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by Leprecaun
Fri Mar 25, 2005 1:19 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: TJ Tow bar rating
Replies: 12
Views: 787

I have a XJ and I can tow up to 2200kg according to the hayman reese on the back!
by Leprecaun
Fri Mar 25, 2005 12:52 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Best CHEAP*** 2'' lift for an XJ
Replies: 6
Views: 539

With the add-a-leaf would that compromise the handling, making it a little bit rougher?
by Leprecaun
Sat Nov 27, 2004 1:45 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: New Jeeper
Replies: 2
Views: 359

New Jeeper

Hey guys,
Well I did it and now have a stocko Jeep XJ. How hard is it to install 3" lifts into these and does anyone know where to get the parts for the lift in brisbane ?
Cheers :D
by Leprecaun
Fri Aug 27, 2004 4:08 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Hit an Run in Brisbane
Replies: 6
Views: 522

Hit an Run in Brisbane

Hey all, this was given to me and asked to post up. My appologies for it being so long. Subject: Matthew Coley This is from the brother of the man that was hit on his bike last week on Kelvin Grove Road..... Please circulate. Dearest Friends, This is one of the most difficult things that I have ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jul 20, 2004 4:06 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Choose my 4x4 in 2005 for me...
Replies: 31
Views: 786

I personally like the Nissan coil cab, capable enough, 4wd monthly review on it was good as well. A damm side more comfy than the rangie and a few more of the extras than the hilux, still you either get a toyo or nissan.... The landie has the better towing ability and is quite capable off road(not ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 19, 2004 10:25 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Newbie hopes this is home for him
Replies: 4
Views: 1134

What suspension lift yopu put in ?
A 2" body lift will allow you to fit 32" :D
Good vehichle to majorly modify :D
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 19, 2004 10:22 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: interior panel replacement
Replies: 28
Views: 1643

Will post mine up shortly, I did mine in Chqer Plate 1.6mm. Been a little bit of a bitch because of the rounded curves, but it looks pretty good now. I made a new panel which holds all my switches for lights, lockers, winch when I get one , spotties, etc... Did it in lighted switches so that even ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 19, 2004 10:12 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Shifting on the fly
Replies: 9
Views: 378

You didn't state if yours was manual or Auto. With a manual your gearing has to syncro in time as your enagaging different gearing ratio. Most will allow you to transfer from anywhere up to 80km but thats also vehichle specific, Autos have an easier time shifting between H4, L4 and normal. For a ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 19, 2004 10:00 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: ARB Suspension advice
Replies: 6
Views: 387

The law in QLD now states that you can only have a 2"body lift and a 2"suspension lift. Most people have more as they had these modification before this law came into effect. As Bazzle said if you get a heavy rated loading springs/shocks you will actually sit higher than the 2" mark but that itself ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jul 06, 2004 3:35 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: dimensions (height,wheelbase,width etc.etc)
Replies: 12
Views: 343

Make: Nissan Terrano 1 Mods : 2" suspension lift Tires: 31" BFG Muds Wheelbase: 2600mm Width: 1500 Width from outside of tyre : 1800 Height (Roof): 1670mm Lowest Clearence point other than Diff is: 280mm Rear Diff Clearance: 230mm Front wheel Travel : 800mm Rear wheel Travel : 850mm I agree cool ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jul 06, 2004 3:11 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: mav/gq shorty factory sunroof
Replies: 3
Views: 252

Because thats Nissan, you will find that unless you know a glass place or Glazier that will make a custom piece for you, you will have to hunt the wreckers to find one and even then both options cost, just not as much as what Nissan charges. Personally if you have the perspex, its cheaper to ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 05, 2004 3:55 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Making an LSD work?
Replies: 19
Views: 1084

Likewise here Xterra, by applying the handbrake I can force the real LSD to rampl load and if I tap the foot brake I can do the same with the front wheels as well, basic form of locker at the expense of brake pads. Best thing though is to tighten the Lsds up at a shop. Mine got done when I took the ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 05, 2004 3:48 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Let's create the Nissan truck/SUV bible...
Replies: 38
Views: 2096

Hey guys, I own a terrano 1 which is the hybrid of a pathfinder and navara. D21 series, will start posting everything I have on the three vehicles as I have been amassing a pile of info, due to the possibilty of converting the torsion bar setup to a live axle system as in the patrols. Do you guys ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 05, 2004 3:16 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Factory Fitted Sunroof
Replies: 3
Views: 242

Got a factory sunroof in my Nissan, same style and handle system that Marin mentioned. Its not too bad to get the sunroof back in but the handle can be a pain in the rear esp. at night time with little light. The red just means that the glass is able to be moved and lon longer locked in place. Yes ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jul 05, 2004 3:12 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Thinking of changing coils
Replies: 3
Views: 160

You'll probably want to compare prices. You can go to a place like Thomas Marsh springs and see how much they will charge you for a set or you can make new retaining clips for the wider springs, depends on how much wider they are in comparison to what you have at the moment. It will probably be ...
by Leprecaun
Thu Jul 01, 2004 3:36 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Avalibility of engine braking with auto trans.
Replies: 63
Views: 3488

Ant can you keep posting your comments about this, i am interested in doing this mod as a few days ago went up a 30+Degree hill which was washed out loose dirt. Got up fine using the loud pedal but going down the hill was a experience, using the techniques outlined and which every auto 4wd driver ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jun 15, 2004 9:55 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Early 90s Navara - Petrol or Diesel / Auto or Manual?
Replies: 9
Views: 690

Without the turbo it goes (slowly) still has power but with the turbo and running at 14psi it has constant power, you get used to the turbo whistle Acceleration is very quick. You need to set the pressure to work though in mid to high range rpm settings, which is ideal for crawling and takeoff, and ...
by Leprecaun
Wed Jun 09, 2004 12:55 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Need some tube bent - Brisbane
Replies: 7
Views: 291

Ummm can we say good observation skills here :D Thanks for the info though as it helps others like me who are making snorkels :D
by Leprecaun
Tue Jun 08, 2004 9:49 am
Forum: Jeep
Topic: DIY Dying breed?
Replies: 26
Views: 1394

As i started getting into my 4wf, I am now doing more and more myself and with some on my hands, often get my hands dirty either replacing a radiator or repacking the hubs. I want to learn how to weld though and I have to admit that if it wasn't for others around me I'd be taking it to a mechanic to ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jun 08, 2004 9:45 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Aussie Premium
Replies: 21
Views: 520

Like Ruff, I'll support an aussie business first, but as the case may be, the cheapest and only parts might have to come from elsewhere so I'll buy where I can but I also believe in shopping around, moneys too tight thesedays to pay for premium markups. Wooders people might just be browsing the ...
by Leprecaun
Tue Jun 08, 2004 9:40 am
Forum: Jeep
Topic: 5 tyre rotation.....
Replies: 7
Views: 603

Thor, seen them work, and they go well, cordless, handy and quick, granted nothing on a air tool but they go well, for a decent one. One of the members of the Logan club has one and he swears by it.
by Leprecaun
Mon Jun 07, 2004 3:28 pm
Forum: Suzuki
Topic: vitara fuel tank
Replies: 11
Views: 250

Re: vitara fuel tank

well i finally managed to puncture my fuel tank yesterday so while i've got it all apart i want to lift it a couple of inches seeing as i've got a bodylift. so does anyone have links to sites with where and how they've done it? and i'll also be getting a tank protector Where did you get the hole in ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jun 07, 2004 2:26 pm
Forum: Mitsubishi
Topic: She's almost finished boys...
Replies: 7
Views: 625

Well done man, nice engine fitment. At least you didn't blow it up :D seen that happen before :)
by Leprecaun
Mon Jun 07, 2004 2:24 pm
Forum: Mitsubishi
Topic: 31" muds
Replies: 6
Views: 410

Seppo, like you I have a torsion bar system on mine, I had to replace my suspension in any case but 31" muds fitted with ease, to go bigger you need a body lift plus the suspension lift as well.
by Leprecaun
Mon Jun 07, 2004 2:21 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: 5 tyre rotation.....
Replies: 7
Views: 603

I grabbed this off the net. I rotate all 5 of mine to give then an even wear. 5 Tyre Rotation If the vehicle owner has a regular tyre as a spare tyre and wishes to include it in the tyre rotation process, the proper procedure is to use the appropriate rotation pattern shown for 4 Tyre Rotation, BUT ...
by Leprecaun
Mon Jun 07, 2004 8:54 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Early 90s Navara - Petrol or Diesel / Auto or Manual?
Replies: 9
Views: 690

OK - I am now the proud owner of a 96 Dual Cab DX Navara, 2.7l Diesel. Thanks for the heads up Toonfish. Any other Navara owners got any tips for upgrades, maintenance, pics etc? Eventually I'd like to install a turbo for the diesel, lift kit, side steps, flared guards etc- but one step at a time ...
by Leprecaun
Thu Jun 03, 2004 12:57 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: NISSAN GQ 4.2 TURBO DIESEL STOLEN
Replies: 3
Views: 473

Do you have any pics so that at least someone might recognize it. Granted we might not all be in the same state but it won't hurt either, to see what was stolen and to keep an eye out for it.
by Leprecaun
Thu Jun 03, 2004 11:40 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: volts???
Replies: 2
Views: 320

I had on the nissan 4 spotties at one stage and the alternator couldn't charge it, bear in mind I hadn't put relays in it ran about 9v. I did the same setup with relays and I was getting just over 13v. With no spotties, but upgraded wiring loom and high powered headlights as long as the engine is ...
by Leprecaun
Thu Jun 03, 2004 11:36 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: New rig for modification???
Replies: 46
Views: 995

I went with the LWB Zook, cheap car, easy to get parts and fairly easy to match other parts into with a bit of bootie fab engineering.
by Leprecaun
Thu Jun 03, 2004 11:34 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Warn Winch Service
Replies: 2
Views: 157

This has been discussed before, check this thread out!
http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/PHP_Modul ... hp?t=18535