Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Has anyone fitted LPG to a Sierra. Where did you put the tank?
I haven't fitted LPG but I looked at a SWB that had been converted for Cape York.
It had the standard tank in the useual place + a full width LPG tank in the back just in front of the tailgate...it almost had room left over to carry ...

ljxtreem wrote:WA Sux

No point of bringing it to QLD either, as unfortunately no way it will get passed here.

Just took the instrument cluster out of the Maruti WT ute, because i can't find glass for it and i have a NT Sierra sitting there with a much better cluster.
The plugs look the same on the back. It couldn't possibly just be as easy as pulling one out and putting the other one in could it? Will the ...

When I did an engine mount (Driver Side), I didn't realise that it was in two pieces.
You dont need an engine crane, just a floor jack under the sump.

The vibration could also be a universal in the driveline.

I would try a few litres of petrol slopped around...and then poured out...repeated several times.

If it still has flakes coming out after a few goes, then I guess it will need to be steam cleaned.

If you weld front & rear, then you just leave one front hub unlocked (and run around in 3WD) until it gets really difficult....works fine.

intens wrote:try this site http://www.dgtuning.com/

they do a kit

thanks for the info.
when you factor in the exchange rate it isn't inexpensive!

Does anyone know whether a Sierra Transfer box fits into a Jimny?

want33s wrote:I don't plan to put a 2TG (twin cam) head on my 3T

I might be wrong, but maximum capacity in a Sierra to pass QLD Transport is 1.6 litres.

want33s wrote:

Drover_Pete wrote:What size is a 3T motor?

A 3T is 1800cc . From T-18 & Celica. Single cam in block but can be converted with 2TG (1600cc) head to make double overhead cam. jas

With the double overhead cam, that would be an interesting conversion ... as long as QT approves it.

What size is a 3T motor?

intens wrote:the fuseable link is next to the batt + looks like a wire and sometimes red and about an inch in lenth, you can replace it with just wire (temporaraly only) if you have no electrical faults

Nev it does sound like the Fusible Link ... is yours an Nt or WT - it should be the same on both.

lay80n wrote:Feroza would be step backwards as far as driveline. You would not be able to get the gearing options available.

But if you used the Feroza motor / gearbox you would still have the Suzuki transfer box and diffs...and therefore the gearing options?

I run a corolla radiator with a 3A motor, without shroud - no problems.

A thermo fan would be a good move.

I have a 96 Coil Sierra with a 4AGE 20v on 30's. The wheels combined with the different toyota gearbox mean that for acceleration on the road, things just aren't that special. 2nd gear doesn't rev out until 90k/h which is great for people who want top speed, but sucks for acceleration.

The Coily ...

qld zook wrote:Is there any reason to put it back on?

Only one - Qld Transport
I wouldn't throw it out, as you will need to put it back on if you get defected.

Not sure if coily dash is the same as NT dash, but there is one behind the ashtray.
Also, have you freed the wiring harness?

A welded rear is easy to drive, but a bit dodgey in the wet.
If you drive it every day, or do a lot of road driving you will need a locker or open rear diff.
Also QT are a little anal about locked rear diffs

tiny bit more body roll on a sierra...hardly notice it though,

I agree with Nev and others - bodyroll isn't that bad with 2inch lift...decent shocks and springs will have as much effect.

I put my swaybar back on last week temporarily to measure the difference - I lost 2.5cm of "wheel drop" in ...

I have used the weaker cable type K50 behind a 100kw 4AGE in my Sierra for years now and has held up surprisingly well. I would have no trouble using the T50 behind an 88kw engine in a lightweight Zook.

Before you change motors I hope you realise how much work you are lining up for...great ...

There is another issue: as you are in Queensland you have to consider QLD Transport - the EXO isn't a problem, whereas any internal cage has to be engineered as it is in the "headspace"...gets worse if it is a 4 seater.

I'm about to fit an EXO after having internal rollbars and they are definitely ...

Nice work Pete.
Where's the spare?

no way in hell would you drive on road with a locked in front diff which was locked. extremely dangerous..
It is illegal, but not too bad on the road...except in the wet.

i'm having difficulties with my welded front. although a welded front diff is worth its weight in gold, the weight of the ...

Congratulations on coming over from the "Dark Side"

Do you want it to be legal, and is it your daily driver or a weekend toy.
Remember QT patrols are fairly anal.

1) A transfer box with better gearing would be a first step
2) diff locks - Airlockers or auto lockers or welded (illegal but very ...

Why not go to a non-injected 4A (1600cc) or a 3A (1450cc) with a cable toyota gearbox(K50). It is an easy conversion but the exhaust is on the RH side. Depending on the model, the 3A can have more power than the base 4A.
I cant comment on the 4A, but the 3A has looks of torque than a Suzuki 1.6 and ...

Nev
I have OME medium in the rear and OME heavy in the front due to the heavier motor. Works fine and has been in there for about 5 years.
Pete

Most things can be fixed!
If not, I am about to replace my F&R welded diffs (that a diff dude adjusted the backlash) with air / lockrite lockers so it can become an easier DD...so I will have some setup welded diffs ready to bolt in if you need them.
cheers
Pete

I have welded F&R with 30's.

On mud the car will tend to pinball from side to side. It can be pretty hard to control.
...I have no idea what your are talking about here Steve?

We have had a number of people try them in the club and there are a couple of guys still running them. they are easy to ...

About $2000 on the Goldcoast with ECU / Loom etc from wreckers / Jap Import companies

Wallace wrote:HEy everyone!

We just went out and bought my brother in law an 84 suzuki sierra.

1L motor, 4speed gearbox, no aircon, no power steering....

Congratulations.
You aren't really intending to add Air conditioning & Power Steering to a 1litre are you?