Outer Limits 4x4 Board

cj wrote:There's more than one type of flare that Suzuki offered but they don't extend a lot, probably no more than 50mm at the most.

Thanks mate. That should be all I need to cover the new 30" Bighorns.

Any advice on sourcing OEM flares?

Can anyone tell me the width of the OEM Vitara flares from the guard?

Thanks for the tips guys. Really appreciate the input.

I have a G16b that I may need to store for a while and was wondering if there is any tips for storing an engine for an extended period, (several months), beyond making sure it is covered and kept dry.

Thanks.

Red is - pretty sure
Green is - not sure

Everywhere any body part could possibly hit ie any exposed bits of cage in passenger area. Double check with an engineer when you get it passed ;).


Another question:

Does the JX or non air conditioned Vitara have provisions (ie holes or pipes) in ...

Re this Kenco stuff...

What's it like on engine plastics and the lawn?

Anyone converted their Vit headlights to HID? Pics or pitfalls would be appreciated. I am also looking for sealed units (ballasts) if anyone has any recommendations. 4300k or 5000k.

No debates on HID's in daily drivers etc please.

Thanks in advance.

Matt Black on the rims and grill etc.

Thanks for the replies guys. Depending on how clean I get the tank I might look at the option Nicbeer is running.

Any tips for cleaning petrol tanks out? I might try the handful of gravel trick but if anyone has better tips or products, I'm all ears.

I also want to run a second fuel filter (the clear plastic type) in the engine bay like on my old Sierra but as the Vitara is injected I was wondering if this ...

Did any of you guys with failed bushes take them back or question the manufacturer?

Super Pro have a warranty I'm pretty sure...

Can't you just run relay's?

Pump definitely dead.

For anyone that wants to know $ for fuel pump - I have ordered one from Burson's for $120.

Thanks for the reply Impulsive.

Thanks for the replies. I will try the hose check tomorrow first thing. I have a new filter ready to go. I might drop the tank out to check the pump and gauge anyway. Anyone pay for fuel pump lately? Prices?

11_evl wrote: have you tried putting more fuel in

Is taking the air filter off and spraying some start ya bastard into the intake be worthwhile test for the fuel pump. My theory is the pump would get fuel up to the engine unless its stuffed.

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I'd be maybe changing the filter, as it could be full of cr@p or maybe listening for the fuel pump as it may have burnt out.

...and drop the girlfriend for stuffing your car... lol

Have listened for the fuel pump but can't hear a thing so you might be onto something. I'd drop her but she has too ...

92 Vitara 1.6L Injected.

Car had run out of fuel (Girlfriend) and now won't start. It will crank over just fine but sounds like no fuel is getting to the engine.

Anyone had similar problems or know of a fix? What can I do to test the fuel pump is working correctly.

I've checked fuses and there ...

The after market shifter sheets are garbage. I ordered a while ago that look like rats have been chewing on them. Poor molding.

Go genuine.

Check the new thermostat actually works. Put in the freezer then drop it in a glass of boiling water and see if it opens.

How have people gone fitting these up in regard to re-enforcing the transfer case, mounts, etc. Is there something similar to a Roctoy ring available? Has anyone installed them and broken a t-case?

This is a Suzuki Surf:

How do these spacers effect your rear suspension geometry ? I cant imagine they would be overly kind to it ..

As far as im aware the a-arm spacer is purely corrective, returning the arm back to its original angle pre-lift. I was more concerned with what the lift itself does to the suspension ...

SiKiD_01 wrote:i have been through a number of ball joints. just like your shoulder, when you dis-locate the ball in the socket...

Thanks for tips.

The spacer helped heaps on my vit after a lift. apart from giving the ball joint its range of motion back it also corrects the functioning of the proportioning valve and apparently helps improve the tail shaft angles(?). I had an annoying hum post lift that the spacer corrected

What size spacer ...

My A-Arm is stuffed and due to be replaced, so firstly if anyone has info on a cheap stockist that would be great. Is there an option with a replaceable ball joint? I haven't pulled mine of yet but I assume its a one piece deal.

Secondly I have read the previous a-arm info posted by Sikid and ...

joeblow wrote:if its on the drivers side it is a removable item.

Is and Thanks.

I'm guessing this would be a genuine only item...

Recently bought Vitara had the usual Suzuki problem of battery tray rusting out. It had been replaced with a plastic tray that the battery tie downs attach to. This means moving battery. Not good.

The question is: are the stock battery tray's removable items, (ie replaceable), or are they spot ...

MightyMouse wrote:Range of Suzuki Manuals available for download...

http://forums.bauchan.org/portal/viewdo ... php?dcid=9

includes

Grand Vitara JB416/JB420

Vitara

Jimny

Sierra ( Samurai )

Thanks for the link