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by pampoen
Sun May 21, 2017 2:28 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 22R Carb Emulsification Tube
Replies: 0
Views: 1278

22R Carb Emulsification Tube

Hi all, I am looking for one or more emulsion tubes for the 22r standard Toyota Hilux carb. If you have any lieing around or want to sell please let me know as I will come and see you anywhere in CPTN. I will even buy old 22r carbs.

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by pampoen
Sat Apr 29, 2017 9:10 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE
Replies: 8
Views: 2434

Re: Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE

Finding a good Kz is getting very hard. To convince the owner to sell is virtually impossible!! Injectors is quite cheap - should be way less than R5k per set. I would rather fork out to have the original pump reconditioned than bastardise the truck. Each to his own. I agree Thabo! Thanks for the fe...
by pampoen
Thu Apr 27, 2017 1:58 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE
Replies: 8
Views: 2434

Re: Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE

Thanks Luke, And for the ZA guys what does a set of 4 Injectors go for? Also I do know that the fuel pump is ECU controlled and can give issues, I read somewhere on this forum, that Hoppy does a colt diesel pump conversion, does he still those?

Thanks in advance
by pampoen
Thu Apr 27, 2017 11:54 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE
Replies: 8
Views: 2434

Need Some Advice Choosing A KZTE

Hi guys I am looking for a good condition 4x4 DC KZTE. What should I be looking for when it comes to these vehicles, specifically the engine, any weak spots I would need to know about? Most of the bakkies I have looked at are over the 200 000km mark, how many more KM would I expect from a KZTE at th...
by pampoen
Sat Feb 25, 2017 11:55 am
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: 7MGE to SFA (talk about keeping it old school)
Replies: 16
Views: 7069

Re: 7MGE to SFA (talk about keeping it old school)

Sven, Just my 2cents worth from someone who has owned and driven SFA's with both motors, yes the 7m is older but so is the 4y, if youre looking for an engine that is well matched with the SFA's handling and brake capacities the 7m is a true gem, you can actually cruise at the the speed limit, I used...
by pampoen
Mon Nov 28, 2016 3:21 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: new project.....she needs a name...
Replies: 25
Views: 6398

Re: new project.....she needs a name...

Looking good cres. Are you going to keep the old rad?
by pampoen
Tue Jun 14, 2016 10:15 am
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: 7MGE stall's ever so often....
Replies: 28
Views: 9768

Re: 7MGE stall's ever so often....

I am just clutching at straws here but once you've tried all the above, give the throttle body a clean or possibly replace to see if it makes a difference. It could be a calumniation of a variety of things.
by pampoen
Tue Jun 07, 2016 6:17 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption
Replies: 5
Views: 5880

Re: 2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption

Any advice for high mileage engine?
by pampoen
Fri Jun 03, 2016 5:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption
Replies: 5
Views: 5880

Re: 2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption

Do they run rubber or chain timing belts? I cant remember.
by pampoen
Thu Jun 02, 2016 6:20 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption
Replies: 5
Views: 5880

2.4 diesel 2.8 diesel hilux fuel consumption

I've been doing some research looking for a good older(cheaper) work bakkie. I would like to know what fuel consumption I can expect on the old 2.4, 2.8 diesel motors. What should I look out for? Any weaknesses? I have been looking at the KB diesel range but cannot bring myself to buy a bakkie I wil...
by pampoen
Tue Mar 08, 2016 8:41 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: '87 Hilux DC Re-build
Replies: 229
Views: 65367

Re: '87 Hilux DC Re-build

Well Knupple even though your journey is not over yet. Thanks for sharing with us. It made the loss of my Hilux a little easier to deal with. Keep up the pics! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
by pampoen
Thu Dec 31, 2015 5:25 pm
Forum: Any Other Vehicle
Topic: 1973 Chev Constantia V8
Replies: 84
Views: 18818

Re: Need help with Chevy 308

Check your timing again. Open and clean carb pro around properly. It's always the small things that mess you around.
by pampoen
Thu Oct 15, 2015 5:30 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: new project.....she needs a name...
Replies: 25
Views: 6398

Re: new project.....she needs a name...

Keep those pics coming! :clap: :clap: :clap:
by pampoen
Sun Sep 27, 2015 7:02 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZ-TE Fuel Tank protector wanted
Replies: 6
Views: 1413

Re: KZ-TE Fuel Tank protector wanted

What if you weld it? Probably the cheapest option.
by pampoen
Sat Sep 26, 2015 10:10 pm
Forum: Pictures Only - Post a pic of your Hilux
Topic: New to me '99 Surf
Replies: 23
Views: 8218

Re: New to me '99 Surf

Swaziland and Lesotho are your best bet for snow down here. Welcome! Is your Surf running the 2.7i petrol motor? If so its a dam fine piece of engineering, perfect for Africa where maintenance is almost never done, slightly heavy on juice though. We have a 2.7 at work that's pushing 700 000km and st...
by pampoen
Wed Sep 23, 2015 8:21 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus V8 Solid Information
Replies: 44
Views: 8002

Re: Lexus V8 Solid Information

Hi Crazy G, where did you pick your motor up from? Any issues since youve started? Whats your ave km/l? How did you wire the engine up for manual? Was it a case of simply removing the auto harness? Also considering your post about the proper preperation of your motor before installation, where would...
by pampoen
Tue Sep 22, 2015 8:59 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Hilux autobox brake question.
Replies: 2
Views: 2911

Re: Hilux autobox brake question.

Dirka, thanks for the reply. I couldnt exactly put down what i had in mind so thanks for understanding. So its a Lexus vvti with 5spd box and standard ECU and Gearbox controller. I haven't fitted this engine yet (in a few weeks though) and i was wondering. The reason i was worried though was because...
by pampoen
Mon Sep 21, 2015 6:32 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Hilux autobox brake question.
Replies: 2
Views: 2911

Hilux autobox brake question.

Heres a question for you guys, i'm running a v8 with autobox in a hilux, how can i find a work around so that i dont have the engine and vehicle weight all pushing as i brake to a stop. Just thinking of taking my van to Durban from Johannesburg has got me really exited but with 4 people and a small ...
by pampoen
Mon Sep 21, 2015 3:17 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus V8 Solid Information
Replies: 44
Views: 8002

Re: Lexus V8 Solid Information

Demon, are you affiliated with Lexus v8 solid? If so do you have any customer reviews or numbers i can call to get some more info?
by pampoen
Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:08 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: '87 Hilux DC Re-build
Replies: 229
Views: 65367

Re: '87 Hilux DC Re-build

Can i suggest that if you're looking for a lexus v8, to go for the vvti with original ECU to keep things reliable and running as they should, also large gains can be had over the non vvti v8 with fuel economy. Google v8 solid, or lextreme.co.za, you can pick up a unit complete with gearbox controlle...
by pampoen
Sat Jul 18, 2015 9:35 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus V8 Solid Information
Replies: 44
Views: 8002

Lexus V8 Solid Information

Hi guys, i want to know if Lexus v8 solid is a good move to go for. Does anyone have any information on them? Are they legit? Has anyone bought from them? I'm considering buying a unit from them but i first want to make sure they are who they say they are.
by pampoen
Sun Jul 12, 2015 9:58 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Spare a thought
Replies: 19
Views: 2495

Re: Spare a thought

Dearest Condolences Chris, death is never easy.
by pampoen
Sun Jun 28, 2015 7:04 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1uzfe help!
Replies: 3
Views: 1212

Re: 1uzfe help!

Ok in case that didn't make sense, the engine is hunting, i started it just now and from cold the vehicle hunts. Ive checked all vacuum and nothing. Lexus okes, sound familiar?
by pampoen
Sun Jun 28, 2015 3:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1uzfe help!
Replies: 3
Views: 1212

1uzfe help!

So on my way home on Thursday night, the engine goes from running beautifully to hunting so badly that i have to keep my foot on the throttle just to keep it idling. So now, once warm the vehicles rpm will drop from 900 to 500 and then go up to 900 and then down to 200 till it dies. What could it be...
by pampoen
Thu May 14, 2015 12:17 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1uzfe timing belt
Replies: 1
Views: 650

1uzfe timing belt

I phoned Gemini to get a price on 1uzfe timing belt and they told me that there are two timing belts with a different number of teeth. Is this true? I thought it could be different between the 1uzfe and the 1uzfe vvti. Any help would be greatly appreciated. And if there is a difference, how can i te...
by pampoen
Wed May 06, 2015 4:48 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time
Replies: 6
Views: 1603

Re: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time

Ok so i just figured out how to post images. So heres pics of my new old truck.

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by pampoen
Wed May 06, 2015 4:32 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time
Replies: 6
Views: 1603

Re: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time

Hey Kaspaas Yup it has been about 3 or 4 years since i sold my old hilux with the 7mge. I just bought a 1987 SFA double cab with a lexus v8 2 months ago, so ust getting her shipshape. I want to put some piccies up actually. Must just work out how to sync my iphone to windows to upload. Anyways it go...
by pampoen
Wed May 06, 2015 2:09 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time
Replies: 6
Views: 1603

Re: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time

Just a stupid question, i have the idle control, just not the idle control plug. Could i make one up? And can someone tell me where to plug into in the ECU, im using the Spitronics Venus ECU with EMU computer for autobox. I do have the spitronics wiring diagrams but unsure which one to use. Any help...
by pampoen
Mon May 04, 2015 12:59 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: What Is The Correct Battery To Use For 1UZ
Replies: 1
Views: 934

What Is The Correct Battery To Use For 1UZ

The standard old hilux Midas battery i was using has given up the ghost on me. I'm thinking i need a bigger battery since im running a 12000 poundwinch and starting a v8 which must take it's toll. What do you Lexus okes say whats a nice size battery to use?
by pampoen
Mon May 04, 2015 12:31 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to Get 1uzfe to start first time
Replies: 6
Views: 1603

How to Get 1uzfe to start first time

So just wondering if you 1uz guys have had this problem. Regardless of whether my vehicle is hot or cold, i takes at least 4 or 5 turns to start. It's not bad, but i would like it to start first time like all the other Toyota's ive had. Do i need to connect the idle control valve up to the Spitronic...
by pampoen
Fri Apr 17, 2015 10:27 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Hilux 1979 RN46 4X4 Start of restoration
Replies: 33
Views: 11710

Re: Hilux 1979 RN46 4X4 Start of restoration

Jacques i'm just 5 minutes from Hobby Park, lemme know if you need any help with the restore, just PM me.
by pampoen
Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:14 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Changing Lexus v8 timing belt and waterpump
Replies: 2
Views: 951

Changing Lexus v8 timing belt and waterpump

So in a few weeks i want to change my 1uzfe timing belt and water pump. The water pump is not giving hassles yet, but i'm trying to do a bit of preventative maintenance on the motor since its probably closer to 21 years old. Now the question is where is the cheapest place to pick up a timing belt ki...
by pampoen
Mon Apr 06, 2015 5:25 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8
Replies: 21
Views: 7391

Re: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8

So i went ahead and swapped the manifold around. Works like a dream now and i have hooked the snorkle up as well.
by pampoen
Sat Apr 04, 2015 10:05 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8
Replies: 21
Views: 7391

Re: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8

Toybox, in the first photo, i noticed that your handbrake does not exist any more, what did you do to pass it through road worthy? Also i noticed your manifold is backwards, is this so that the cyclonic air filter lines up with the intake?
by pampoen
Mon Mar 30, 2015 6:19 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Stretched SFA
Replies: 24
Views: 4423

Re: Stretched SFA

Is that an H100 bin?
by pampoen
Sat Mar 28, 2015 8:50 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Any Tips For Getting The Best Out Of Your Spitronics System
Replies: 0
Views: 635

Any Tips For Getting The Best Out Of Your Spitronics System

Well its been a few weeks since Ive bought my new old hilux with a spitronics run lexus v8. Reading a few articles on the forum, i see that there are a few folks who are running the same setup as i am. Do you have any tips or must haves you feel you need with type of setup? I must say i don't like t...
by pampoen
Tue Mar 24, 2015 4:48 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1981

Re: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust

It actually smelt like an outboard motor when it ran, i cant think of any reason why it would be good for the motor.
by pampoen
Tue Mar 24, 2015 12:50 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1981

Re: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust

The smoke smelt weird. And the vehicle ran so well i really didn't think it was head gasket.
by pampoen
Tue Mar 24, 2015 12:04 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1981

Re: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust

Just to put an end to this post, it turned out after a lot deliberation, that it in fact was the fuel. I'm not sure what kind of crap was in that tank but it smoked like a chimney when i lit it. Thanks to Mud Dog for your input.
by pampoen
Sat Mar 21, 2015 12:24 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1981

Re: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust

I did a compression test, and the engine runs way to well for a blown head gasket, also no oil in the radiator water either.
by pampoen
Sat Mar 21, 2015 7:55 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1981

Lexus Blowing light grey to white smoke from the exhaust

Here's a question directed to all who might know the answer. Ive checked compression, all's good, no blow by. Ive disconnected the rad and drained all antifreeze. Is there any way that there could be a vacuum hose from auto box to intake somewhere, that sucking fluid?
All help will be appreciated.
by pampoen
Sat Mar 21, 2015 7:51 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: What Autobox oil do you use for your lexus v8 transmission?
Replies: 2
Views: 998

What Autobox oil do you use for your lexus v8 transmission?

I'm looking for the right oil to use in my lexus v8 auto-box. I'm sure its just your normal auto trans fluid, but i just want to confirm.
by pampoen
Mon Mar 16, 2015 7:25 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Does Anyone Have SFA steering box seal numbers?
Replies: 1
Views: 367

Does Anyone Have SFA steering box seal numbers?

I'm looking for the seals to rebuild my power steering box. Does anyone have them? And if so where would the best place be to source them. If no one has, i might do a bit of a tutorial myself, provided i actually get around to doing it. :crazy:
by pampoen
Fri Mar 13, 2015 10:36 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Who Can help me with my Spitronics
Replies: 1
Views: 408

Who Can help me with my Spitronics

Guys i need help to setup my autobox and lexus v8 to be as good as it can be, the person who did the conversion in Krugersdorp area, left a lot of sensors un-wired, now i know that Spitronics is a good brand and more then capable of running the engine as good as the original ECU, so calling on anyon...
by pampoen
Thu Mar 12, 2015 6:25 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: My New Hilux!
Replies: 4
Views: 735

My New Hilux!

Hello all, well it's been a while since i posted here last. I sold my hilux about 3 years ago due to finance issues and swore i would buy one again. Well it's happened! i bought myself a 1987 dc hilux with a lexus v8 engine and autobox(I'll post pics later) Right now because i picked it up for a rea...
by pampoen
Sun Mar 23, 2014 6:47 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Off to her final resting place !
Replies: 58
Views: 6245

Re: Off to her final resting place !

Flip i'm sorry man! :thumbdown: If it helps i did once see you drive past me once and i thought to myself hell i want those tires! Sorry for your loss, i sold mine, and even though it isn't really the same and it must hurt every time you see her you still miss the driving experience. Perhaps its tim...
by pampoen
Sun Mar 16, 2014 1:47 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Looking for the 7M fans.
Replies: 24
Views: 3119

Re: Looking for the 7M fans.

7mge, all the way! Six inline cylinders are the shiz, give me that over any other motor config.
by pampoen
Thu Apr 11, 2013 11:51 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: These are 13 rules of gunfighting everybody should know
Replies: 30
Views: 2843

Re: These are 13 rules of gunfighting everybody should know

Never Ever Give a gun to a man with no legs. :thumbdown:
by pampoen
Thu Jan 31, 2013 10:44 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus V8 running costs
Replies: 4
Views: 1061

Lexus V8 running costs

I am considering buying a IFS hilux with a Lexus V8 conversion that has been done by none other than Mr Allan Venter. Just for interest sake, what are these motors like as a daily driver? What type of maintenance do they need over and above the regular stuff.And what fuel consumption can i expect? Y...
by pampoen
Fri Jan 25, 2013 6:18 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: This Girl for President..
Replies: 13
Views: 1324

Re: This Girl for President..

I know this sounds cliche but, if you look at all the other :slap: governments in the past, they all have one thing in common, they eventually faded to nothing, and burnt themselves out to nothing.If we go 20 years into the future, I'm sure South Africa will come full circle, these things have a hab...
by pampoen
Wed Jan 23, 2013 5:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?
Replies: 6
Views: 1008

Re: Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?

Oh and i almost forgot.Don't ever sell your hilux. I did and i regret it almost every day!
by pampoen
Wed Jan 23, 2013 5:37 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?
Replies: 6
Views: 1008

Re: Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?

I used to dream about the 7mge in a hilux, so i finally saved up and did the conversion,R40,000 later i had my truck the way i wanted, it was sweet! used to kill even the mighty Ford 4.0L. Man i loved that motor,and the sound was beautiful :cry: Than i bought a Chevy 5L 307 and got married.Big mista...
by pampoen
Wed Jan 23, 2013 3:47 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?
Replies: 6
Views: 1008

Has Anyone ever supercharged a 7mge?

Now that would be an engine! I'm thinking if i ever buy a hilux again that will be the engine i use. I've looked high and low on Google and found nothing.Do you guys have any suggestions as to what charger would work for a 6 cylinder?I'm thinking run it at .5 of a bar,i don't recon it will be a prob...
by pampoen
Wed Jan 23, 2013 3:34 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Some Luxter pics
Replies: 26
Views: 2503

Re: Some Luxter pics

:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: Awesome!
by pampoen
Sun Oct 21, 2012 11:28 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: here are some pics of a sport car
Replies: 7
Views: 1487

Re: here are some pics of a sport car

Youve inspired me! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JS8t7HPQ_SE" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by pampoen
Mon Mar 05, 2012 5:48 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: SFA LTD D/C Stripping for spares
Replies: 76
Views: 6479

Re: SFA Spares

Please!! can you let me have that powersteering pump and box!
by pampoen
Mon Feb 13, 2012 10:34 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: A HILUX IS REBORN..... the itch!!!!!!!
Replies: 133
Views: 33606

Re: A HILUX IS REBORN..... THE WAITING GAME!!!!!!!!!!

Aaarg!!! Drool drool, My cab's starting to look more like that, about 10% being fiberglass and the rest... painted rust :evil: .Hopefully as i add more and more fiberglass one day ill eventually have an Mboza body.
by pampoen
Tue Jan 10, 2012 7:48 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: ECUs for 7M engines (Split from the Seatbelt Topic)
Replies: 58
Views: 14312

Re: ECUs for 7M engines (Split from the Seatbelt Topic)

Just my 2 bits worth,having owned 7mge hilux i put together, i would say if your looking for reliable go for the way it was meant to be,original i battled like hell with the dictator unit,i had it re-programed 3 times,i was running just the bear vacuum control though,but rather pay the price and buy...

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