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by 4wd_pig
Tue Apr 12, 2011 9:27 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ 4.2D warning light problem and not charging
Replies: 4
Views: 255

Re: GQ 4.2D warning light problem and not charging

i checked the earths and they seem all good. i took the power feed line of the back of the alternater and started the car, there was no read outon the multimeter. does that mean that ithe alternator is stuffed or could it be something else thats simple.
by 4wd_pig
Mon Apr 11, 2011 4:52 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ 4.2D warning light problem and not charging
Replies: 4
Views: 255

Re: GQ 4.2D battery power problem

i checked the fuse link and all the fuses in the drivers foot well. i also checked all the fuses that are next to the big fuse link. there doesnt seem to be any damage under the bonnet from the charger what so ever, the postive and negative clips were still attached to the second battery. and the ...
by 4wd_pig
Sun Apr 10, 2011 7:55 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ 4.2D warning light problem and not charging
Replies: 4
Views: 255

GQ 4.2D warning light problem and not charging

hey guy, need help with a issue with my truck, its a 89 GQ 4.2D. when i turn the car on none of my warning light on the dash light up (engine, battery etc) except for the glow light. it seems that its not getting any charge either. it all started yesterday when i had the battery charger seating in ...
by 4wd_pig
Thu Dec 09, 2010 11:07 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: td42 won't rev past 1800 ????
Replies: 13
Views: 908

Re: td42 won't rev past 1800 ????

check your fuel filter
by 4wd_pig
Sun Oct 10, 2010 7:32 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: turbo on 3lt 5L motor
Replies: 12
Views: 687

Re: turbo on 3lt 5L motor

any more suggested turbos to use?
by 4wd_pig
Wed Oct 06, 2010 7:47 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: turbo on 3lt 5L motor
Replies: 12
Views: 687

turbo on 3lt 5L motor

hi all,

im looking to do a turbo kit on a 1999 3lt 5L hilux diesel. i am wondering what turbo people have used in the pasted, im not looking for big horsepower and big boost. ill only want to run about 8 psi but want to know what turbos people have used before. all input would be great.
by 4wd_pig
Wed Aug 18, 2010 8:42 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: rear sway bar bolt size? GQ
Replies: 4
Views: 224

Re: rear sway bar bolt size? GQ

i tried a metric fine thread but had no luck. ill run a tap through it tomorrow if i can get my hands on one.
thanks for your help.
by 4wd_pig
Wed Aug 18, 2010 4:06 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: rear sway bar bolt size? GQ
Replies: 4
Views: 224

rear sway bar bolt size? GQ

I'm after the bolts size and length for the bolts connect the rear sway bar to the bracket on the diff?
i have tried all different size bolt from metric, unc, unf etc and nothing fits the tread for the square nut that is welded on the inside.
by 4wd_pig
Mon Apr 19, 2010 11:04 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: should i or shouldnt i
Replies: 3
Views: 419

air locker mate, way more control of what you want your 4wd to do. ive got front and rear airlockers and wouldnt go back ever.
by 4wd_pig
Tue Feb 16, 2010 10:45 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1998 hilux 3L non turbo
Replies: 3
Views: 293

is the 1998 modeks a mark 2?
by 4wd_pig
Mon Feb 15, 2010 9:43 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1998 hilux 3L non turbo
Replies: 3
Views: 293

1998 hilux 3L non turbo

hey guys, ive just purchased a 98 3L hilux, is there anty info i should know about the trucks. mine is a dualcab, are they proned to rust if so where should i look and clean after taking on the beach etc.

any info about this model will be helpful.
by 4wd_pig
Tue Feb 02, 2010 4:58 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: beach condition
Replies: 4
Views: 436

beach condition

does anyone know what condition the beach at Double Island is like atm? just wondering after all these big tides and sea how much beach is left ther?
by 4wd_pig
Mon Jan 18, 2010 9:10 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: second gear issues
Replies: 2
Views: 326

second gear issues

.i have a maverick/patrol 4.2 diesel. whenever i go to select second gear it grinds and clunks into second gear. every other gear is fine. ive been told to use ATF in my manual box because it is a lighter fluid. will this do any damage to the box or car?
by 4wd_pig
Fri Jan 15, 2010 7:22 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: aircon problem
Replies: 6
Views: 519

how and wear am i bridging ?
by 4wd_pig
Thu Jan 14, 2010 8:17 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: aircon problem
Replies: 6
Views: 519

aircon problem

ive got a problem with my aircon in my gq 4.2 diesel. the compressor will not kick in and the electric fan that should turn on when the aircon is engaged doesnt run at all. ive checked the fuses and there are no blowen fuses. i was wondering if anyone has any suggestions where to start or if someone ...
by 4wd_pig
Mon Jan 11, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: which turbo ?
Replies: 4
Views: 461

denco
by 4wd_pig
Wed Feb 25, 2009 10:17 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

thats a wired and interesting way of getting it regod. is there a simple and more legit way avaible
by 4wd_pig
Tue Feb 24, 2009 6:00 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

thats all good that you can get them over here but can you legaly get in regoed in queensland or any other states in australia
by 4wd_pig
Tue Feb 24, 2009 4:32 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

so can we buy one in nz and ship it over here(australia)?
what would have to be moddified if anything? anyhelp would be welcome.
by 4wd_pig
Mon Feb 23, 2009 8:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

so can you get them in australia
by 4wd_pig
Mon Feb 23, 2009 7:42 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

i did search but couldnt find anything. can someone point me in the right direction?
by 4wd_pig
Mon Feb 23, 2009 7:09 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb GU?
Replies: 56
Views: 5333

swb GU?

i just seen some pictures of a swb GU? is this a custom chop or did they come out somewhere else in the world?
by 4wd_pig
Sat Feb 21, 2009 10:02 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: roof rack cage to suit swb gq
Replies: 0
Views: 142

roof rack cage to suit swb gq

im just wondering what roof cage people are using on there 4wd, is steel or ally better. any brands to stay away from or any brands recomended.
by 4wd_pig
Thu Jan 22, 2009 3:46 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Too late to turbo charge it?
Replies: 13
Views: 790

my 4.2 maverick has done 380,000 and its had a turbo on it for about 6 years know. if you have had the car for a while you should beable to tell if it will take alittle more power. also ive been told that the turbo takes less strain off the motor because its not having to work as hard all the time ...
by 4wd_pig
Mon Jan 05, 2009 3:59 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: clutch slave cylinder push rod length
Replies: 3
Views: 254

i just got a brandnew master and slave but they didnt come with rods and you cant buy the rods separte
by 4wd_pig
Sun Jan 04, 2009 4:39 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: clutch slave cylinder push rod length
Replies: 3
Views: 254

clutch slave cylinder push rod length

i need to know the clutch slave cylinder push rod length for a gq 4.2 diesel. im not sure if it would make any differents but it is a boosted asissted clutch. i have a home made one and thing that its not the right lenght? if someone could measure theres for me it would be very helpful.
thank you
by 4wd_pig
Mon Nov 17, 2008 6:59 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: td42t exhaust
Replies: 10
Views: 958

thanks for the response, so how much roughly would i expect to pay for a striaght though 3 inch system
by 4wd_pig
Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:03 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: td42t exhaust
Replies: 10
Views: 958

td42t exhaust

hey guys, i went wheeling last weekend and ripped off half my exhaust, so im getting a full system. i have a swb gq patrol with a denco turbo on it, what size/setup does everyone recomend. cheers
by 4wd_pig
Sat Aug 02, 2008 9:20 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: SWB GQ Weight
Replies: 9
Views: 1031

i weighted mine the otheer day and it was 2580 kg with me (80 kg) and my fridge(75kg) in it. i also have big wheels, bullbar, custom rear bar, winch etc that would add to the weight. hope this helps
by 4wd_pig
Wed Jun 04, 2008 8:49 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: swb gq patrol diesel
Replies: 1
Views: 337

swb gq patrol diesel

hi guys, im currently looking for a swb patrol diesel. ive got a few questions, is there anything to look for when inspecting the shorty. also how many km is getting too much on a 4.2 diesel engine. also is there anywhere to look for rust or signs of rust? if anyone has one for sale please contacted ...