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by pampoen
Wed Nov 09, 2011 12:21 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Have you seen a white v8 SFA hilux in durban / toti
Replies: 14
Views: 3605

Re: Have you seen a white v8 SFA hilux in durban / toti

it is now black and in pieces.will post pics when finished.You didnt buy your lux from a guy called simon bruton did you?
by pampoen
Fri Oct 21, 2011 4:54 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Have you seen a white v8 SFA hilux in durban / toti
Replies: 14
Views: 3605

Re: Have you seen a white v8 SFA hilux in durban / toti

That Hilux ,Does it tow a boat? Does it have an ARB Bullbar with a bonnet scoop and running boards?If so than youv'e seen none other than Ballitos coolest hilux(soon to be dethroned by mine of course)i'll try get some pics,The guys running a Ford 351 with Turbo450 i think.
by pampoen
Mon Aug 15, 2011 9:28 am
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Adaptor Plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2205

Re: Adaptor Plate

no,,pink actually.
by pampoen
Tue Aug 09, 2011 7:47 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Adaptor Plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2205

Re: Adaptor Plate

Gerrie by bru guess what colour im painting thor?
by pampoen
Sat Aug 06, 2011 2:11 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Interesting read
Replies: 2
Views: 777

Re: Interesting read

Theres a hell of alot of evil in this world man! :thumbdown:
by pampoen
Sat Aug 06, 2011 10:31 am
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Adaptor Plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2205

Re: Adaptor Plate

I spoke to them, said they would build me up a dyna bellhousing,flywheel,clutch kit and adaptor to my old hilux box.The guy also said the old box is plenty strong if you dont push it.He quoted me R9000 for all.Also apparently tou cant use the GM powerglide box with it being 2 speed and the 2 gear be...
by pampoen
Mon Aug 01, 2011 9:09 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Adaptor Plate
Replies: 6
Views: 2205

Adaptor Plate

Who does adapters?Im looking for someone to machine an adapter for my hilux 4x4 lowrange box to my powerglide
box,both male splines different amount of splines though? :problem:
by pampoen
Fri Jul 22, 2011 12:32 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: SFA Built-up.....and a few mods
Replies: 21
Views: 3936

Re: SFA Built-up.....and a few mods

wish i had two hilux's just lying around!! :crazy: :thumbup:
by pampoen
Wed Jul 20, 2011 4:25 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Re: Hilux mod
Luke as far as I know it is a custom built adapter...


No one makes an adaptor like that do they?Hows your v8 conversion going?
by pampoen
Wed Jul 20, 2011 3:47 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

I have a 305 chevrolet with a turbo 350 box,the engine mounts are no problem ,does anyone know if they make an adaptor from the autobox to low ratio 4x4 box

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by pampoen
Tue Jul 19, 2011 4:43 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Hi guys tommorow i buy my v8!! a 305 chevrolet with a turbo 350 box,does anyone know if they make an adaptor from the autobox to low ratio 4x4 box ? ive sorted all my rusted holes out by putting NS1 Rust Buster followed by two coats of red oxide,then i rivit an aliminium plate on either side and fib...
by pampoen
Tue Jul 19, 2011 12:12 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2year project
Replies: 15
Views: 2290

Re: 2year project

Dusty,,,pics my bru! when its done.Might go that way too.
by pampoen
Wed Jun 01, 2011 11:49 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Does anyone know when the next 4x4 compo will be in KZN
Replies: 4
Views: 897

Re: Does anyone know when the next 4x4 compo will be in KZN

Anyone actually they usually have them in the petermaritzburg area,sometimes in Ballito too,last year we went to the landrover vs toyota compo.
by pampoen
Tue May 31, 2011 2:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Does anyone know when the next 4x4 compo will be in KZN
Replies: 4
Views: 897

Re: Does anyone know when the next 4x4 compo will be in KZN

Just for the record your shortened front bumper idea on boggom inspired me to do the same on Thor :thumbup: thanks,thought i might let you know.
by pampoen
Fri May 27, 2011 12:48 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Anyone From Honeydew area coming down to Durban?
Replies: 0
Views: 828

Anyone From Honeydew area coming down to Durban?

If anyone will be traveling from the honeydew area to Durban or Ballito could they let me know?I need a set of springs transported down,and there will be recompense of course :thumbup:
by pampoen
Thu May 26, 2011 3:23 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: A HILUX IS REBORN..... the itch!!!!!!!
Replies: 133
Views: 33592

Re: A HILUX IS REBORN

Good luck buddy!!i know how you feel
by pampoen
Thu May 26, 2011 11:36 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Ruberizing - DIY
Replies: 21
Views: 7113

Re: Ruberizing - DIY

Durabak its the closest your going to get without having to pay R5000 for a proffesional job otherwise hammerite,stuff works like a charm,Also remember its how much effort you put into prep before painting,that determines how long the product lasts.
by pampoen
Wed May 25, 2011 9:22 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrochloric_acid" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by pampoen
Tue May 24, 2011 9:12 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Some pics of the conversion so far.
by pampoen
Wed Mar 23, 2011 8:53 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 2JZGE
Replies: 8
Views: 2117

Re: 2JZGE

And are you running a standard ECU?
by pampoen
Mon Mar 21, 2011 3:55 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 2JZGE
Replies: 8
Views: 2117

Re: 2JZGE

Is that where you got your engine from?
by pampoen
Sun Mar 20, 2011 10:33 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 2JZGE
Replies: 8
Views: 2117

2JZGE

Anyone seen these motors lately at the importers? Toyota supra 2JZGE,Its for a friend. 2JZ-GE The 2JZ-GE is a common version. Output is 220 hp JIS (158 to 169 kW) at 5800 to 6000 rpm and 209 to 220 ft.lbf (283 to 298 Nm) of torque at 3800 to 4800 rpm. It uses Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection, ha...
by pampoen
Mon Mar 07, 2011 6:29 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: How do you get more articulaion?
Replies: 15
Views: 2185

Re: How do you get more articulaion?

or you could fit coil overs?
by pampoen
Thu Mar 03, 2011 10:55 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

will do, you recon pool acid will work?
by pampoen
Thu Mar 03, 2011 7:02 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

The engines been sitting for a couple of years as you can see,ill try get the piston spacing measurements later today.
by pampoen
Thu Mar 03, 2011 6:59 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

finally managed to upload a few pics!!
by pampoen
Wed Mar 02, 2011 9:30 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

I believe the 282 was only a straight six
by pampoen
Wed Mar 02, 2011 7:59 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Ah would be awsome man thanks
by pampoen
Wed Mar 02, 2011 2:35 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Sorry i cant seem to be able to upload pics for some reason.Can someone perhaps help me?
by pampoen
Wed Mar 02, 2011 2:26 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

i picked up this v8 which was supposed to be a 318 chrysler v8 it doesnt make sense though because i took the bore at 90mm and stroke at 95mm which i think gives a total of 4.8 Litres the 318 was a 5.2 litre though!can any of you fundies help an old dog out here?has anyone ever seen an engine like t...
by pampoen
Wed Feb 23, 2011 7:50 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Dont worry i've got cressida seats :cooldude:
by pampoen
Tue Feb 22, 2011 8:22 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

Well heres an update of what im up to,in the past few weeks iv'e picked up a v8 engine and began stripping it,its a 1957 318 5.2 with hemi heads,i picked it up for a song too,although it will need some work.Alot of work actually ia 150% rebuild to be perfectly honest,but i hear these engines are ver...
by pampoen
Tue Feb 22, 2011 8:03 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: ARB TYPE BUMPER DESIGN
Replies: 25
Views: 8548

Re: ARB TYPE BUMPER DESIGN

Bro get your front suspension raised first!!unless you've done it already.But when i saw you down at the landy vs hilux compo your front suspension looked unable to carry the winch and bullbar OEM setup.Just my 2cw Got full OEM suspention in the workshop hilux is going to be totally redone might st...
by pampoen
Thu Feb 17, 2011 1:38 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: ARB TYPE BUMPER DESIGN
Replies: 25
Views: 8548

Re: ARB TYPE BUMPER DESIGN

Bro get your front suspension raised first!!unless you've done it already.But when i saw you down at the landy vs hilux compo your front suspension looked unable to carry the winch and bullbar OEM setup.Just my 2cw
by pampoen
Fri Feb 11, 2011 12:39 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod coil suspension

http://www.ehow.com/how_4739671_build-jeep-suspension.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; a bit of interesting info.Flip those yanks can build stuff! http://s10racer.com/board/showthread.php?t=541" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; in paticular look at...
by pampoen
Fri Feb 11, 2011 8:27 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Re: Hilux mod

If i do decide to keep her the 7m will be the first thing to go,iv'e dream t about a v8 few a good many years and a few guys i know down here are running 5.0l hemis and ford 352s.Simple and cheap especially the 350 chev motors cheaper than the 7mge to rebuild actually.But first before any rebuild ha...
by pampoen
Fri Feb 11, 2011 7:11 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Hilux mod
Replies: 32
Views: 4285

Hilux mod

Hi guys im in the process of deciding whether i should sell my van or keep it,as im sure alot of you know ive had quiet a few problems with my 7mge conversion and so im considering doing a complete over haul on her inclding changing the suspension to coils.What do you guys think is the best system t...
by pampoen
Tue Jan 04, 2011 10:40 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 5VZ-FE (Prado V6) Engine Conversion for SFA!
Replies: 38
Views: 9043

Re: 5VZ-FE (Prado V6) Engine Conversion for SFA!

So you finally cracked ey!:)bulldog will now go as well as she looks!
by pampoen
Fri Dec 10, 2010 9:41 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Bad Conversions!!
Replies: 12
Views: 1796

Re: Bad Conversions!!

Now that would be flippin awsome to see:)All the times stuck by the side of the freeway,the thousands spent on parts and the moments were it all works so beautifully!!
by pampoen
Fri Dec 10, 2010 9:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE overheating
Replies: 9
Views: 1674

Re: KZTE overheating

Ya there has to be a prob with your cooling system.Does your radiator have antifreeze?if not your pipes will rust inside causing a blockage?Do you perhaps have something in the way winch,bullbar ETC,blocking cooling air from flowing over the radiator?Check your thermostat too,often they get rusty an...
by pampoen
Fri Dec 10, 2010 9:32 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Bad Conversions!!
Replies: 12
Views: 1796

Re: Bad Conversions!!

If the engines set up to run the way it should than you should relatively speaking have very few problems.
by pampoen
Fri Dec 10, 2010 9:29 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Rear dics brake modification of a SFA
Replies: 20
Views: 4222

Re: Rear dics brake modification of a SFA

Yes please show us how?Did you keep your original master cylinder?Did you use the disks meant for the front?
by pampoen
Tue Nov 16, 2010 8:39 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: new tires
Replies: 4
Views: 575

Re: new tires

im looking for the best quality reagardless of road, all terrain or mud no retreads!!any ideas?
by pampoen
Sat Nov 13, 2010 10:25 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Vote for it: Import SFA vs Local SFA
Replies: 50
Views: 4392

Re: Vote for it: Import SFA vs Local SFA

i like hilux :yahoo:
by pampoen
Fri Nov 12, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: new tires
Replies: 4
Views: 575

new tires

Im looking for a good set of 32 inch tires for Thor im looking at spending R1000 a tire or less what could you guys recommend?
by pampoen
Sat Oct 09, 2010 7:03 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 2 Horrible Things we must never look at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1428

Re: 2 Horrible Things we must never look at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OOOOMS wrote:You are 100% correct!

Never........look! You will regret it....
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I did........... :silent: :silent: :silent:
:banned:
by pampoen
Fri Oct 08, 2010 10:09 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 2 Horrible Things we must never look at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1428

2 Horrible Things we must never look at!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The sun! and..............................................................................................



































Landrovers!!!!!!!!!!!!! :silent: :thumbdown: :silent: :thumbdown: :shh:
by pampoen
Thu Oct 07, 2010 8:05 am
Forum: Out in Nature
Topic: Open Season for Poachers
Replies: 186
Views: 94256

Re: Open Season for Poachers

Why not go to the source though! Create rhino poaching awareness in Asia , give the facts, big posters of dead animals maybe.Show them that rhino horn doesn't really work , 9 times out of ten these substances don't work,just like the muti trade here in sa,but if you can snub it at the demand level t...
by pampoen
Tue Sep 14, 2010 4:56 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Where could i get new springs?
Replies: 12
Views: 1442

Re: Where could i get new springs?

if the axle is out of allignment 10mm surely it would mess with the alligning that quickfit and all these okes do?
by pampoen
Tue Sep 14, 2010 1:05 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Where could i get new springs?
Replies: 12
Views: 1442

Re: Where could i get new springs?

Oh ya would wanna definitly straighten spring perches and move front axle foward,any notes on that?
by pampoen
Mon Sep 13, 2010 10:34 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Where could i get new springs?
Replies: 12
Views: 1442

Where could i get new springs?

My springs are sagging quite badly now after 19 years of use im thinking of replacing them or modifying them to give me a little more lift than standard and preferably give a softer ride.Do you guys have any tips?could i get someone to make me a set as my budget is as slim as Angelina Jolie at the m...
by pampoen
Fri Aug 20, 2010 1:25 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Please advise
Replies: 7
Views: 779

Re: Please advise

Shor mr b will have a look!
by pampoen
Fri Aug 20, 2010 12:59 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Please advise
Replies: 7
Views: 779

Re: Please advise

Dictator ECU
by pampoen
Fri Aug 20, 2010 8:04 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Please advise
Replies: 7
Views: 779

Re: Please advise

Mmm i thought so! :dance: but seriously this is quite irritating! so anyone who could help is most welcome :D:
by pampoen
Thu Aug 19, 2010 11:16 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Please advise
Replies: 7
Views: 779

Please advise

When cold the power really comes on late and theres alot of spluttering,surely it shouldnt be so bad that your passangers comment on it?and even when warm theres like a dely of 1 second before the power comes on,not after spluttering! could has anyone had this prob?
by pampoen
Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:19 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Best laugh I had in a long time...
Replies: 9
Views: 1220

Re: Best laugh I had in a long time...

Love the guy falling off the bank :mocking: :mocking: :goodjob:
by pampoen
Tue Aug 17, 2010 11:24 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 7mge starting issues
Replies: 2
Views: 981

7mge starting issues

Can anyone help me here? ive just taken the engine apart and put a new steel headgasket and timing belt, the time came to turn key and it just spins,it doesnt sound like it should,like NAH NAH NAH so i dont know if the timings out or something , ive got a dictator box connected and i know fuel is be...
by pampoen
Wed Aug 11, 2010 10:10 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Timing belt replacement
Replies: 2
Views: 836

Re: Timing belt replacement

7mge
by pampoen
Wed Aug 11, 2010 6:14 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Timing belt replacement
Replies: 2
Views: 836

Timing belt replacement

So guys i decided to replace the head gasket . Flip what a mission to do alone! anyway i decided to change the timing belt cos i have one anyway could someone help me? how do i remove that metal cover at the bottom to slip the belt off?Remove the crankshaft?!!!!! :acute: it seems something was a mis...

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