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by 5inchgq
Sun May 01, 2016 6:58 pm
Forum: Rover
Topic: Maxidrive upgrade for ser 1 disco.
Replies: 2
Views: 1574

Re: Maxidrive upgrade for ser 1 disco.

Grimace, thanks man. I had the parts car sold out from under me which pissed me off no end seeing as it had MD axles frontand rear, MD locker in the front and a arb locker in the rear... Anywho I recently spoke to the resident rover guru in this one horse town and he assures me I'll be fine. So I'm ...
by 5inchgq
Thu Apr 21, 2016 7:36 pm
Forum: Rover
Topic: Maxidrive upgrade for ser 1 disco.
Replies: 2
Views: 1574

Maxidrive upgrade for ser 1 disco.

Ok, I've been away from here for quite a while, but have just scored a series one turbo diesel disco. Having owned patrols and cruisers I'm a little concerned the about breaking driveline bits. I have found a parts car that has a set of maxidrive axles in it. It's cheap so contrary to what my mrs ...
by 5inchgq
Fri Apr 26, 2013 9:14 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: fitting a dickie seat
Replies: 5
Views: 536

Re: fitting a dickie seat

3rd row of seats.

Where abouts are you located OP ?

I fitted one to my GQ and only required a blue plate for the seating capacity change.
by 5inchgq
Wed Feb 13, 2013 10:20 pm
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: 100 series electrical gremlin.
Replies: 5
Views: 1571

Re: 100 series electrical gremlin.

Thanks mate. There is a small fuse panel behind the passenger side kick panel it all seems ok and there is wiring in the drivers side kick panel as well, again it all sems good. From what I understand it is a semi common problem. The fuse panel behind the kick panel is probably supplied by one or ...
by 5inchgq
Wed Feb 13, 2013 8:44 pm
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: 100 series electrical gremlin.
Replies: 5
Views: 1571

Re: 100 series electrical gremlin.

Thanks mate. There is a small fuse panel behind the passenger side kick panel it all seems ok and there is wiring in the drivers side kick panel as well, again it all sems good. From what I understand it is a semi common problem.
by 5inchgq
Wed Feb 13, 2013 10:21 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: 100 series electrical gremlin.
Replies: 5
Views: 1571

100 series electrical gremlin.

Righto Outers, long story short roof rack bolts have leaked and let water run down A pillars into the vehicle. It lost all power, was towed home and sat in the drive way for a day before I looked at it, put key in ignition got working windows, engine starts and runs as per normal, headlights, tail ...
by 5inchgq
Sat Feb 09, 2013 8:51 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: S/S Brake Pistons for GQ/GU
Replies: 7
Views: 786

Re: S/S Brake Pistons for GQ/GU

What sort of tolerance are they machined to ?
by 5inchgq
Sat Sep 08, 2012 5:29 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: cost of high powered td42
Replies: 32
Views: 4270

Re: cost of high powered td42

If your in Qld, talk to Swafftec, they seem to be a leader in power ups. How deep if your wallet? Now known as Diesel central. http://www.whitepages.com.au/business/diesel-central/gracemere-qld/B%7CQ02W%7C70d9a06e%7CDiesel+Central" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Seems they don't have ...
by 5inchgq
Sat Sep 01, 2012 6:00 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: 4.2 into a 1998 2.8 Wag
Replies: 3
Views: 459

Re: 4.2 into a 1998 2.8 Wag

Pinion flanges on the diffs will be different....
by 5inchgq
Tue Aug 21, 2012 9:53 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: go kart project?
Replies: 24
Views: 2375

Re: go kart project?

Ok totally out of left field and probably more work than anticipated but what about an outboard motor with a CVT style transmission ? Two stroke could be an advantage IE no sump or oil levels to worry about..........


Just a thought.
by 5inchgq
Tue Aug 21, 2012 9:17 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Which wheel bearings?
Replies: 2
Views: 479

Re: Which wheel bearings?

At a guess I'd say the earlier style, could you pull the locking hub and check ?
by 5inchgq
Sun Aug 12, 2012 1:02 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: do you need adjustable panhards with three inch lift?
Replies: 15
Views: 1336

Re: do you need adjustable panhards with three inch lift?

bhundi wrote:hey turps u mention longer stronger rods.What length are they and where do u get them.cheers pete
Superior engineering do a range of extended panhards.
by 5inchgq
Sat Aug 11, 2012 8:43 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: do you need adjustable panhards with three inch lift?
Replies: 15
Views: 1336

Re: do you need adjustable panhards with three inch lift?

turps wrote:You dont need adjustable. But longer solid ones will do just as well.
This is what I should have said.......
by 5inchgq
Sat Aug 11, 2012 7:30 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: driving belts ford maverick
Replies: 3
Views: 308

Re: driving belts ford maverick

i dont use the air con and if the power steering wouldnt work until i would change the belt or let it change i just have to put a bit more effort in driving :P ...so get a 13A1145 and only change this one? cheers jonas No change them all, have you ever tried to steer a patrol/ maverick without the ...
by 5inchgq
Mon Aug 06, 2012 9:21 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ chassis
Replies: 5
Views: 612

Re: GQ chassis

Rear spring hats. Superior do a kit for these as well.
by 5inchgq
Sun Aug 05, 2012 6:37 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: td42 clutch swap
Replies: 9
Views: 601

Re: td42 clutch swap

Gearbox can be removed easly using an engine crane through the drivers door and in through the gear lever hole. I've managed this on my own. No smashing the floor pan required. That's exactly what I did when I put a new clutch in my truck. Just be careful when you lift it back up that the arm on ...
by 5inchgq
Fri Jul 20, 2012 7:12 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GU buying advice
Replies: 3
Views: 362

Re: GU buying advice

Mate they are everywhere.... http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid= ... =1&theater" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Get Mrs D to check this out.... unless you have gotten with the times and joined FB. ;)
by 5inchgq
Sat Jul 14, 2012 9:51 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Comp truck wanted
Replies: 20
Views: 3408

Re: Comp truck wanted

WTF ???? This isn't the classifieds......

:fist:
by 5inchgq
Sat Jul 14, 2012 9:50 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Radius arms
Replies: 11
Views: 941

Re: GQ Radius arms

Superior superflex ??
by 5inchgq
Sun Jul 08, 2012 7:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: oil change
Replies: 6
Views: 1183

Re: oil change

My 4.2 TD took 2 filters and pretty much a full 10 litres for an oil change.
by 5inchgq
Sun Jul 08, 2012 9:41 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: maverick bouncing @ 95km/h
Replies: 7
Views: 621

Re: maverick bouncing @ 95km/h

Check all the usual suspects first, uni joints, slip joint, suspension bushes. Also check your wheels for a missing weight that could be throwing it out of balance at speed.
by 5inchgq
Sun Jul 08, 2012 9:38 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: oil change
Replies: 6
Views: 1183

Re: oil change

Mate its the same as a car ie drain oil, replace filter or filters, make sure sump plug has been nipped up and then fill with oil....

What engine ??
by 5inchgq
Wed Jun 06, 2012 8:34 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1FZ-FE coolant leak.
Replies: 5
Views: 486

Re: 1FZ-FE coolant leak.

Thanks mate, it doesn't seem to be a hose, looks like its coming from the area between number one and two cylinders.
Anyone know if there is a welch (sp?) in that area ?
by 5inchgq
Sun Jun 03, 2012 10:50 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1FZ-FE coolant leak.
Replies: 5
Views: 486

1FZ-FE coolant leak.

Righto outers the 100 series has developed a coolant leak which seems to be coming from the head gasket area. Long story short it burst a radiator tank a while ago and the Mrs didn't notice the temp gauge was off the charts :roll: , so I replaced the rad, all hoses and the thermostat filled it with ...
by 5inchgq
Sat Apr 14, 2012 1:10 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TB42E intake onto TD42 turbo???
Replies: 2
Views: 404

Re: TB42E intake onto TD42 turbo???

Machine the top off the factory TD manifold ( search for swaffie ).The factory manifold can be modified for rather surprising results....
by 5inchgq
Wed Apr 11, 2012 5:17 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ rust
Replies: 6
Views: 521

Re: GQ rust

I would just treat the rust yourself. It may not be the prettiest job but it will work, and lets be honest $4800 to fix the rust you have, is money you will never see again. Other places that weren't treated will rust too. Save your money, spend a few hundred on cutting out the rust where possible ...
by 5inchgq
Fri Apr 06, 2012 10:11 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ rust
Replies: 6
Views: 521

Re: GQ rust

Is it a wagon ? Rusting out along the roof gutters ? Is the possibility of a chop viable ? Ie twin cab wellback style ? It is a realistic way to remove ALL the rust from a wagon rusting in the gutters and if you're handy with a grinder and welder, or have mates who are ;) could be done for a hell of ...
by 5inchgq
Thu Apr 05, 2012 7:33 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TD42 GQ Turbo upgrade
Replies: 1
Views: 398

Re: TD42 GQ Turbo upgrade

With the right pump a 30-71 will work well.
by 5inchgq
Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:33 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Info on high flowed turbos
Replies: 28
Views: 1659

Re: Info on high flowed turbos

I have a standard HT18 on my GQ. 3" exhaust and a built GQ pump making a dyno'd 139 rwhp. The pump was built by swaffie and he informs me it will do 170rwhp with the right turbo. 3071.