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by Mike4r
Wed Aug 15, 2012 7:47 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: SURF INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.
Replies: 5
Views: 503

Re: SURF INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.

I did the same thing to my DX model 4Runner, but a long time ago. As the surf cluster runs a different wiring card at the back of the cluster I found it easier to use my existing cluster. I removed the extra two gauges from the surf cluster and screwed them into my original and using the surf's blac...
by Mike4r
Sat Nov 20, 2010 1:59 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Thoughts on ex mine vehicles
Replies: 19
Views: 1408

Re: Thoughts on ex mine vehicles

I've seen a GU Patrol and 100 Series Landcruiser both from the mines in a wrecking yard. Both were full of dust inside the chassis rails.
Can't be good long term for rust and must also add some extra unnecessary weight.
by Mike4r
Sat Nov 06, 2010 9:05 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 3RZ+T + R150F into Hilux
Replies: 8
Views: 559

Re: 3RZ+T + R150F into Hilux

I've got a R150 box from a 2LTE Surf that I was planning to bolt to my 3RZ.
My bellhousing is around 175mm.
It looks like you need the short shaft box to match your 2TR bellhousing.
by Mike4r
Sun Oct 10, 2010 5:40 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: engine conversions in 4 runners
Replies: 13
Views: 669

Re: engine conversions in 4 runners

There's plenty of info on:
http://www.toyotasurf.asn.au/forum/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
under the topic Engine conversions.
Another common conversion for the 4Runner is the Lexus 1uz V8.
by Mike4r
Thu Sep 23, 2010 5:49 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Can anyone identify this diff?!?
Replies: 6
Views: 352

Re: Can anyone identify this diff?!?

Hi folks. When I bought my 92 v6 4runner 8 months ago it came with a bunch of parts one of which was by the looks of things a rear diff. I never got round to checkin the thing out till now but need a hand identifying what it is?! Ratios etc... I may be mistaken but is it locked?! When I spin the dr...
by Mike4r
Mon Sep 20, 2010 9:31 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: wreckers in sydney area
Replies: 11
Views: 727

Re: wreckers in sydney area

I've used Mr Spares in Smithfield as my first choice for the past few years and haven't had a problem with their service. I also found East Coast in Chipping Norton pretty good but they seem to do more mechanical work and engine rebuilding lately. Other than that I end up going through the yellow pa...
by Mike4r
Mon Jan 18, 2010 6:59 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 3RZ conversion...
Replies: 19
Views: 1324

Thanks for reply guys, dillza why do u use a 2wd bell housing? and i was going to get complete new exhaust made up as it runs down opppsite side right? Johno, No body lift trying to keep it low to shot out of, so i might be needing a hand, ill supply grog. Also guys what radiator is best to use? I ...
by Mike4r
Sun Jan 17, 2010 9:16 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 3RZ conversion...
Replies: 19
Views: 1324

Re: 3RZ conversion...

Just wondering what the differences in the 2wd and 4wd sumps are? I used a 2wd one, but fitted diff drop spacers, those that come in the ball joint lift kit. It gave me about an inch and a half clearance, and also sits the cv's pretty much horizontal, so worked well. Front driveshaft angle increase...
by Mike4r
Sun Jan 17, 2010 9:27 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 3RZ conversion...
Replies: 19
Views: 1324

Re: 3RZ conversion...

Did the same thing in a RN130 4runner. If it is a ifs 4x4 then you will need to use the 4x4 sump from the RZN169 to clear the front diff. I didn't need a body lift, but am only running 31" rubber. Had to change to the v6 handbrake to get clearance from the egr plate. I moved the battery over to...