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by gtir300
Tue Feb 16, 2010 3:15 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: SPECS FOR NEW 10000LB FAST RECOVERY WINCH
Replies: 148
Views: 9727

Does the comp spec winch still have that load limiter device? Have had issues with mine (My winch is about 18months old, so generation one version I think), where it has not let me release the load on the winch, first time i was anchored to a tree recovering a mate on a rocky track, winch would not ...
by gtir300
Mon Dec 14, 2009 2:03 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Sway Bar for Super flex 80
Replies: 2
Views: 471

I believe Superior will be looking at this next year, just not sure when. Sorry doesnt help you at the moment, but may be worth talking with them and 1madengineer (the design engineer) to see what can be done? On another forum, 1madengineer has stated that guys in NSW have got the SF arms engineered ...
by gtir300
Mon Dec 07, 2009 5:43 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: What replacement Radiator?
Replies: 7
Views: 744

Had a similar problem in the last few weeks and despite filling my fan clutch with new silicon fluid the fan clutch was not working properly. Fitted a replacement fan clutch from Don Kyatt ($235) and can now hear fan roar and temps are now controlled, maxxing at 95deg C on a big hill climb towing my ...
by gtir300
Sat Dec 05, 2009 11:43 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: AFM Cleaning (1fz-fe 80 Series)
Replies: 4
Views: 606

Have used CRC MAF sensor cleaner and it started after the clean :D The idle prob is weird and only very occasional, couldnt find any cracks in the intake or any other leaks. I did find a Hiclone in the intake and have taken that out, more to see if it has an effect on the running (and economy) of ...
by gtir300
Mon Nov 30, 2009 5:27 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: AFM Cleaning (1fz-fe 80 Series)
Replies: 4
Views: 606

AFM Cleaning (1fz-fe 80 Series)

Had a problem yesterday of the car hunting badly at idle, so bad that it would stall. Engine temp at about 95degrees on a 28degree day after a heavy hwy hill climb whilst towing our camper. Can anyone tell me if I can clean the AFM on my 1994 landcruiser 80 series? Car has 230,000kms on the clock ...
by gtir300
Fri Aug 21, 2009 10:12 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: end of year group buy for HID kits
Replies: 46
Views: 3274

H guys, We have sent most of the kits out now even though we are still waiting for a couple of late payers. ( We will pm you this week if you haven't paid as a reminder.) but we have had some issues with Aus post. So if you have paid and haven't received your kit by this weekend. Please pm us so we ...
by gtir300
Thu Aug 13, 2009 8:57 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Waterproof 1FZ
Replies: 14
Views: 897

there are two holes on the dizzy, one on bottom and one near the adjustment bracket on side.

i have fitted breathers to both holes up to the firewall as mine use to drop cylinders but ever since (touch wood) the donk has survived the water.

new leads and dizzy cap (and gasket) will also help!
by gtir300
Thu Jul 23, 2009 10:53 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: end of year group buy for HID kits
Replies: 46
Views: 3274

No worries Steve,

have sent a few PM's over the last week and left a voicemail on your mobile. I understand how frustrating it is when the PC falls over!!!! :x
I am still interested in purchasing my kits.

Cheers

Nigel
by gtir300
Wed Jul 22, 2009 12:43 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Welder deals on at the moment?
Replies: 58
Views: 2459

was looking at the same unit the other week as it can run off a 10amp house supply (i think) I would have bought it if I found anywhere that sold it at this sort of prices (I needed it in a hurry). In the end I just got a el cheapo 140amp arc welder (10amp supply as I dont have any 15amp supplys at ...
by gtir300
Sat Jul 04, 2009 12:11 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: end of year group buy for HID kits
Replies: 46
Views: 3274

Spoke to Steve on Wednesday, very helpful with what i was looking to do, just waiting on the invoice email now. He did say he was getting ready for Cliffhanger so no doubt pretty busy :P
by gtir300
Wed Jun 24, 2009 12:53 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: end of year group buy for HID kits
Replies: 46
Views: 3274

i would be interested if you could do a plug n play setup for the XGT's in 35watt internal ballast or preferably 55watt. I dont want to drill the housing.

let me know if you are able to help ;)
by gtir300
Tue Jun 16, 2009 9:48 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: LS2 into an 80 series
Replies: 73
Views: 6387

LS2 has been fitted to an 80 series Offroad race car here in WA, dont know how it was done http://www.flatoutoffroadracing.com/ get in touch with Frank via his website, he might be able to help you out and answer some questions
by gtir300
Fri Jun 05, 2009 10:16 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Group buy from hidrus.
Replies: 69
Views: 4179

Hey Steve

Are you gonna be running another Group Buy anytime soon? :lol:

Also hows the testing of the internal ballast 50watt kits for the XGT going? any details? ;)

Cheers
by gtir300
Sun May 03, 2009 7:18 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Toyota LC 76/79/80/100 Superflex Radius Arms
Replies: 77
Views: 9697

Great result, question though regarding the tie rod. How close does the ties road get to the new passenger radius arm? In one of the pics it looks close i.e almost touching? I note that you have what looks like the solid tie rod on the test car (is this the same OD as the original unit?), just ...
by gtir300
Tue Apr 07, 2009 8:16 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1fzfe extractors
Replies: 5
Views: 601

running pacemaker extractors on my 80 1fzfe, i got the 105 series version fitted to relocate pipe inside of chassis. Mine is a 2.5" system which is great, a bit throaty but not too bad on long journeys. Be careful going to too large the 1FZFE can be a noisy engine if you go too large on bore and too ...
by gtir300
Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:40 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: caster plates on a 3" lift
Replies: 13
Views: 736

I went through exactly the same issue with a 3" lift in my 80. Had an alignment that said caster was -2, so bought 5deg plates and eventually got them in. Tie rod ran very close to the radius arms, so much that I got a vibration. Originally thought it was the front diff that was broken, looked at ...
by gtir300
Tue Mar 10, 2009 10:38 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Rockhopper gears for 80 series full time 4wd.
Replies: 13
Views: 1259

Crickets? Where??!! Unfortunately we discontinued this line about 6-8 months ago as we had sold next to nothing. I actually just recently sent them all back to the gear cutter for a credit! Thats a shame, after reading the mag article by Nathan, they are on my wish list (just dont know when that ...
by gtir300
Fri Mar 06, 2009 5:32 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: longfield axles & crawler gears
Replies: 24
Views: 1027

Cant you get rock crawler gears from BBM Motorsports!

Unsure of the price and %reduction though!!
by gtir300
Wed Mar 04, 2009 1:36 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Engineering 35's ... the bad news
Replies: 64
Views: 2803

no doubt its been done to death on many forums, but what a croc!! If the tyre companies are able to produce these to a given standard to be road legal why cant 35's or maybe even 37's be permitted on the road. Its frustrating that these rules are implemented without real consideration of the ...
by gtir300
Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:54 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: will gu coils and shocks fit a 80
Replies: 7
Views: 519

shocks will fit with the use of upper pin to eye converter on the rear. This will avoid side loading of the shock at extreme articulation on the rear of an 80 series i.e. allowing upper and lower shock mounts to pivot! I have heard that GQ/GU owners fit the 80 series front shocks (pin to pin) as ...
by gtir300
Tue Jan 06, 2009 10:18 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Help needed in Perth - Urgent
Replies: 10
Views: 651

Only susggestion would be if it looks dodgy and you HAVE to drive it back to SA make sure you have got RAC/breakdown cover for the journey. May also pay to plan your route and travel times and either fone police station or road houses ahead, that way if you dont get to each stage they may be able to ...
by gtir300
Tue Jan 06, 2009 8:51 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Help needed in Perth - Urgent
Replies: 10
Views: 651

Turkey Get in touch with these guys http://www.hosemart.com.au/ they should be able to sort out your braided hose line. They are in Wangara, approx 10kms from Kinross (my suburb too), make sure you call them before you go, as they may want the old hose to copy from. Not sure how mobile you are if ...
by gtir300
Mon Nov 24, 2008 2:44 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Boss aircompressor
Replies: 33
Views: 1675

RAY185 how did you go with the new unit???? Featherfoot, if your in Perth I wouldnt mind having a look at your install as mine is not as quick as that. If that doesnt work I'll give you a call Hobzee and see if we can work it out over the phone. I'll take a few voltage readings and time it before so ...
by gtir300
Tue Nov 04, 2008 8:30 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: lift kits legalities
Replies: 8
Views: 563

alien, check out WA DPI website, I looked the other day and they do not state any maximum lift now. HOWEVER, they do still leave it as a bit of a grey area by stating that it must handle as per manufacturer and some might say that a large lift (or anylift for that matter) fails against that ...
by gtir300
Tue Oct 07, 2008 4:27 pm
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: 80 Series Alternator Upgrade
Replies: 2
Views: 744

80 Series Alternator Upgrade

Whilst on a night run last friday crawling at idle with hi-beams and XGT's switched on the dash volt guage dipped considerably and my dual battery monitor indicated that no charge was going to either battery. With all lights switched on I have 600watts sucking power :lol: If at 2000+rpm volts would ...
by gtir300
Fri Aug 29, 2008 9:14 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: plug lead upgrade ? 4.5L EFI L/C
Replies: 5
Views: 577

Heres the NGK Iridium plug code BKR5EIX 1159
by gtir300
Thu Aug 28, 2008 9:55 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: plug lead upgrade ? 4.5L EFI L/C
Replies: 5
Views: 577

IMO you will be best going for original toyota spec leads, on other cars when I have tried so called performance leads they have never been as good as OE. I paid about $250 for a set of leads from Toyota You can get NGK Iridium plugs for the 1FZ FE at about $14 each, I got some at the weekend but ...
by gtir300
Tue Aug 26, 2008 9:29 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: need faster 80 series
Replies: 32
Views: 3050

if motor in great condition why not just swap the diff gears to get back the original performance on the 35's, then look at modding the engine if you want.
by gtir300
Thu Jul 24, 2008 11:11 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: New winch pack
Replies: 128
Views: 6945

I would second Paul's efficiency top notch, keep up the good work. :D No good deal on the price, but then my missus didnt ask. Used it last w/e and a mate whose WARN has died will prob get one as a replacement! Others are also interested too. :lol: Just wondering what is the max length of rope you ...
by gtir300
Fri Jul 18, 2008 9:36 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: tigerz winches
Replies: 38
Views: 2344

Fitted one with synthetic rope to my 80 last week. Fitting was awkward but that was due to the Opposite Lock front bar I have and I also mounted the solenoid in the engine bay with a master kill switch and in cab winch control.....so i took my time with it all. The seals appear to be very good (I ...