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by dasha
Tue Feb 07, 2012 10:48 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: timing belt change
Replies: 7
Views: 351

Re: timing belt change

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction guys.ive done a few timing belts before on petrol cars but not one on a diesel hilux.I read that sometimes the fuel pump pulley can turn backwards throwing out the timing marks so ill have to keep that in mind.Just got to wait for the parts to come in ...
by dasha
Tue Feb 07, 2012 8:26 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: timing belt change
Replies: 7
Views: 351

Re: timing belt change

would i better off changing the whole tensioner and bolt ?
by dasha
Tue Feb 07, 2012 4:55 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: timing belt change
Replies: 7
Views: 351

timing belt change

The timing belt light just came on in my LN106 hilux.Ive never changed a hilux belt before,so ive had a look and read the manual.My question is,would it be easier if i remove the radiator and would it be the go to replace the waterpump while its apart,the old water pump is still ok.Ive ordered one ...
by dasha
Fri Sep 09, 2011 9:37 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Finally got it fixed.My truck had diff location plates that sat under the spring(my diff was moved forward 35mm).with a spring pack of 5 leafs it would have been ok but with 6 leafs it made the spring pack too high .Of all the people that looked at it and couldnt tell what was causing it,i took it ...
by dasha
Mon Sep 05, 2011 8:31 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Also my torque rod adjustment bolt looks welded,so i have to take it off to adjust it,does this look right if so whats the point of the lock nut?
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by dasha
Mon Sep 05, 2011 8:14 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

i Was thinking about the J arm,but was told they will break before they bend.I rang ironman australia and was put intouch with one of there dealers in my area,so ill ring them tomorrow and see where that takes me.Hope they can fix it,i havent been bush bashing for ages and im suffering withdrawals ...
by dasha
Sat Sep 03, 2011 5:33 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

The saga continues.... Fitted a standard drag link,cant even turn the steering wheel left.still hitting the springs.What would you guys think ,of me cutting bending and weilding the bent draglink (the one in the photo above).Ive rang countless people spent a heap of dollars and its still stuffed.No ...
by dasha
Sun Aug 28, 2011 9:26 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

i read on another site that if i adjust the torque rod i might be able to get the clearance i need to fit the draglink.Is this true? If so do i need to tighten it up or loosen it?
by dasha
Fri Aug 26, 2011 11:49 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Ill have to try and get my money back on the repacement drop drag link i just bought last week,$330 and get a short straight one after i do some measurments.Is there anyway of telling if the diff is definatly moved forward without pulling the springs out.It has the adjustable torque rod and pinion ...
by dasha
Fri Aug 26, 2011 6:11 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

I Might have to cut it because i think the diff has been moved forward 30mm(ithink)i dont have a standard one,ill have to ring some wreckers.not many wreckers that have 4wd's around here(Nowra) It also has an adjustable Diff locator/torque rod and a 30mm spacer between the front tail shaft and the ...
by dasha
Fri Aug 26, 2011 5:04 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Yep there flat on the drivers side,do you think cutting and welding a standard drag link would work?
by dasha
Fri Aug 26, 2011 3:09 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Thats the one that i bent,If i remove a leaf or 2 would this change anything in the front end,IE sagging,bad handeling ? or can the standard draglink be cut and welded?
by dasha
Fri Aug 26, 2011 12:26 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

Re: LN106 drop draglink problems

Ok,so would a standard drag link fit if the diff has been moved forward,30mm i think
by dasha
Thu Aug 25, 2011 9:59 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: LN106 drop draglink problems
Replies: 24
Views: 974

LN106 drop draglink problems

Ive got a 93 Ln106 hilux. After fitting new 2inch ironman front springs the drop draglink hit the spring when I turned the steering wheel and hit the shock when I turned it in the opposite direction so I bent the draglink so I could drive it. I bought a new draglink and I cant even get it on the J ...
by dasha
Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:29 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Turning up idle speed
Replies: 1
Views: 168

Turning up idle speed

hi guys i have a nissan Terrano 11. Just wondering how do i turn up the idleing.At the moment the motor idles at around 650 to 700 rpm and feels like its gonna vibrate its self to peices,if i hold my foot on the throttle and bring the revs up to around 800 and its fine.Ive had a bit off a look but ...
by dasha
Mon Nov 15, 2010 8:32 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: drop drag link question
Replies: 2
Views: 196

Re: drop drag link question

I just rang to order a new drop drag link and the guy asked me if the diff has been moved forward,how do i tell if has or hasnt? Standing side on it doesnt look like it.........
by dasha
Sun Nov 14, 2010 10:07 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: drop drag link question
Replies: 2
Views: 196

drop drag link question

ive got a 94 solid front hilux with a 2" body lift and 2" suspension lift.Ive just fitted new iron man front springs and found the drag link hits the drivers side ubolt(flat type) Ive read i need a drop drag link,is this right? Do i need a wheel alignment after fitting the drop drag link?
by dasha
Wed Aug 05, 2009 8:51 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Terrano Snorkel
Replies: 9
Views: 1740

by dasha
Tue Mar 11, 2008 8:15 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Is this manual any good?
Replies: 0
Views: 197

Is this manual any good?

Ive got a 1997 nissan Terrano and was looking for a workshop manual for it and came across this. http://bebrs.pie-dabas.net/Webs/Terrano/R20/fwd.pdf . Its for a european one so the electrics will be diffrent but is there anyother part of this manual any good to me? Also does anyone know of a ...