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by luxtce
Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:43 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: How to work out towing capacity on older cars?
Replies: 16
Views: 424

redbook might have it if you look at the spec sheet
by luxtce
Tue Mar 06, 2007 2:10 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Flywheels - Cast V Billet Steel ?
Replies: 5
Views: 224

The main difference in fly wheels is weight and friction. Friction can effect how well the plate grabs intially and how much torque it can handle before slipping. I doubt there is much difference though and the clutch material is the more import factor Weight, the lighter the flywheel the less low ...
by luxtce
Thu Mar 01, 2007 3:32 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: My new Big Haul
Replies: 21
Views: 773

Where did you get the winch at that price? I'll be getting myself another one soon, enjoyed it so much the first time.... They are $360 at the 4WD Service Center in Taren point (Sydney) and they gave me a 10% discount, most likely as I had problems with a fuse box they ordered, it was cracked in ...
by luxtce
Thu Mar 01, 2007 3:27 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: My new Big Haul
Replies: 21
Views: 773

the gun wrote:check in the handle for a spare shear pin, thats where mine was. U have to pris one of the plastic gromets out. ;)
Thanks it rings a bell now you mention it. I saw that in the manual the other day when I had a glance. I will check it out otherwise I would have probably bought to many spares
by luxtce
Wed Feb 28, 2007 4:21 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: suspension brands?
Replies: 24
Views: 1219

I know they are expensive etc but if available bilstein's are basically good for any type of motor sport and are rebuildable
by luxtce
Wed Feb 28, 2007 4:16 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: My new Big Haul
Replies: 21
Views: 773

Thanks again for the advice. You can not beat experience. definetly add some more to my list. Planning on an electric winch also but chose a hand wincg for the mean time due to the mentioned fact that they can pull any direction. Got some shackles and a snatch strap already just needs really a tree ...
by luxtce
Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:34 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: turbo leaking
Replies: 5
Views: 340

Thanks mate, good luck with it
by luxtce
Tue Feb 27, 2007 2:33 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: My new Big Haul
Replies: 21
Views: 773

Cheers everyone for the advice, I think the point about securing it properly is very handy.

As mentioned I am not keen to give it a try but might setit up one day for fun just to test it out
by luxtce
Mon Feb 26, 2007 1:36 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: My new Big Haul
Replies: 21
Views: 773

My new Big Haul

Just pick up my first part of off road gear and am getting a little excited http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/Winch2.jpg http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/Winch21.jpg Got it for $324 not a bad price from my knowledge, looking forward to using it or not having to use it either ...
by luxtce
Mon Feb 26, 2007 1:31 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: turbo leaking
Replies: 5
Views: 340

You should take it to a company called CGC turbos or call them west of sydney and they might be able to match an aftermrket flange for it. realistically you should be able to get a new turbo for less than $1500 if you find the right place. I remeber my mates dad going through this with his patrol ...
by luxtce
Mon Feb 26, 2007 12:55 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: turbo leaking
Replies: 5
Views: 340

Water leaking pretty muck means it needs a rebuild or replacement, from memory the patrols are not cheap turbos to replace. Oil could be blow by (is you dads car running stock boost), turbo seal failure or represent another engine problem such as a broken ringland. A compression and leak down test ...
by luxtce
Mon Feb 26, 2007 12:51 pm
Forum: Rover
Topic: Bilstein Shocks - Where are they cheapest?
Replies: 13
Views: 772

Straight talk Suspension Has some good prices
by luxtce
Thu Feb 22, 2007 3:52 pm
Forum: Rover
Topic: Exhaust Gasket or silicone??
Replies: 4
Views: 271

It is a good idea to use both, this is what we used in track motorsport, you are pretty much garuanteed it will never leak. I used always use High temp silicon on my gaskets and it is ok by itself. Make sure you get Hi temperature silicon though from an auto store, it comes in little tubes. And if ...
by luxtce
Thu Feb 22, 2007 3:46 pm
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Cleaning wire prior to soldering
Replies: 26
Views: 2594

I used this stuff to solder on battery terminals ring fittings on and I crimped them as well. Hi luxtce, usually either soldering or crimping by themselves, will give you a good secure connection but if you want to do both, you must crimp first then solder. The reason for this is that if you solder ...
by luxtce
Thu Feb 22, 2007 1:58 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: dual batterys wire
Replies: 6
Views: 260

I used 32mm square cable, rated at 255amp max, not sure what gauge that is.

Used on TJM kit and can be linked for winching
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 5:28 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: cleaning diesel from tank
Replies: 7
Views: 208

I agree with what has been said to some extent

IS it a new engine in the car?

Why are you using a diesel tank?

The only reason I ask is that the extra lubrication from the diesel could affect breaking in a new motor?

If this is the case I will explain more
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 5:05 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Question about engel Fridges - not what you think
Replies: 11
Views: 434

I have 2x 40L I use 1 as a freezer and 1 as a fridge I have 2x 80amp hour bats and they will be dead over night from running both of these. gee they suck a lot of juice mate ,my evakool last 2 days or more on a fully charged battery I was thinking the same, I guessing your batteries are a few year ...
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 1:04 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Advice on buying products ? What do I do ?
Replies: 19
Views: 670

Tell him to remove them from the rims and put back the originals. Take them somewhere else to get it completed and try to recoup travelling cost related to his lying through Fair Trading. Make sure you let him know this is what you will be doing.
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 11:13 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 06 Hilux build up
Replies: 2
Views: 333

I am going to run a anderson plug at the back and then a removeable plug board in the tray for when I go away.

Also fitting fuses under the bonnet for other things, lights, UHF etc.

New cars suck.... as there is very little room to mount anything
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 11:09 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Dual Batteriers
Replies: 4
Views: 471

This would have cost me under $900, not the easiest or the cheapest but seems to work very well

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/viewtopic.php?t=99954
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 11:06 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Winch wiring and battery charging
Replies: 3
Views: 340

Not the cheapest or the easiest but it definetely works well

TJM IBS

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/viewtopic.php?t=99954
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 10:16 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Dual Battery System 06 Hilux
Replies: 3
Views: 420

Here is the battery hooked up http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/CopyofSV400014.jpg The relay that separates the batteries http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/SV400015.jpg And the controller, It seems quite accurate really. I am getting it readiung 12.8 when the batteries have a ...
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 10:15 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 06 Hilux build up
Replies: 2
Views: 333

Here is the battery hooked up http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/CopyofSV400014.jpg The relay that separates the batteries http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/SV400015.jpg And the controller, It seems quite accurate really. I am getting it readiung 12.8 when the batteries have a ...
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 9:57 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 06 Hilux build up
Replies: 2
Views: 333

06 Hilux build up

A few months ago I finally departed with my much love 200kw atw WRX (260kw at the flywheel) after 3 years of ownership for this.... http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b43/blkrex/NetnoPlatside.jpg I must say the 200kw was wasted as a daily driver and being a safety concious driver, it wasn't really ...
by luxtce
Wed Feb 21, 2007 9:39 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Cleaning wire prior to soldering
Replies: 26
Views: 2594

I used Resin cored solder on my new dual battery setup. It does require a lot of heat but pruduced some very solid joints. I am not very experienced when it comes to soldering but I used this stuff to solder on battery terminals ring fittings on and I crimped them as well. But I think they would ...
by luxtce
Wed Feb 14, 2007 6:07 pm
Forum: Suzuki
Topic: 3.8 commy conversion
Replies: 75
Views: 2697

nicbeer wrote:Subaru engines are not a good choice as from a previous thread as they are v/wide. + boxs are weak.
Not in all models, the 6 speed is basically indestructable and torque would be on tap.

The is guy running over 300kw atw (around 370 flywheel) with these standard boxes
by luxtce
Wed Feb 14, 2007 6:05 pm
Forum: Suzuki
Topic: 3.8 commy conversion
Replies: 75
Views: 2697

would something like a subaru engine work like a liberty or wrx engine??? if you want poke look at some street cars as doners like the Lexus v8 is sweet for a hilux so you might want to look at the smaller ones! liberty engine http://cgi.ebay.com.au/RECONDITIONED-SUBARU-EJ22-ENGINE-WITH-ALL ...
by luxtce
Sun Feb 11, 2007 6:46 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Dyno day: results
Replies: 63
Views: 3306

by luxtce
Sun Feb 11, 2007 6:41 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Dyno day: results
Replies: 63
Views: 3306

I haven't seen a big dyno graph on this forum!!!

Bring it on

Do I need to producea 2.5l WRX engines going over 300 atw, more like 370 kw plus at the fly......

:twisted:
by luxtce
Sun Feb 11, 2007 6:12 pm
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Dual Battery System 06 Hilux
Replies: 3
Views: 420

Thanks Mate I am going to do a full build up thread, if it gets moved I will alter it as can be. This is a recent model so any feed back is good for the members IMO (in my opinion). The engine will stay stock for the mean time, I promised my wife!! Hopefully I can find a program to retune it myself ...