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by BJH
Wed Nov 02, 2005 8:46 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Low range or high range on sand?
Replies: 22
Views: 859

I use the same presure as you Utemad 20psi with 31' tyres. Never had to go lower. have done DI once with 38 and i ended up dropping it after half a day. was bogging down and digging holes, still didn't get bogged. the reverse trick is definatly the best way of getting outa a bog!! first thing you ...
by BJH
Wed Nov 02, 2005 10:41 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Low range or high range on sand?
Replies: 22
Views: 859

With my old diesel 60 i have been able to drive anything i pointer her at on Frasier, Morton and DI in High 4 second gear, only time she seamed to not want to pull throgh the sand was when it was cold. the only time i have ever used low 4 was when there was some coffee rock exposed on the beach and ...
by BJH
Fri Oct 28, 2005 7:46 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: hill starting a diesel with no elecrtics
Replies: 9
Views: 320

I had one of the fuseable links go on me one night :cry: it was raining and i first noticed it when i was slowing down for a corner clutch in and the elec's turned off then the motor died!! I was probablly doing 15km and released the clutch in second and it all started again. After i stoped it ...
by BJH
Fri Oct 28, 2005 11:29 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Lame interior question...?
Replies: 10
Views: 643

I have had the vinyl outa my 60 a few times, you do need to get teh seats out and the trimming around the doors. you can put a slice in the vinyl and get it out without removing the seats but it would be better pulling the seats out first so you can find the best place's to run the cuts. i have a ...
by BJH
Tue Oct 25, 2005 10:02 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: HJ60 Exhaust Setup
Replies: 22
Views: 6045

I got mine done a couple of years ago (in Brisbane mine you) paid $610 for the hole job, new headers (don't know the brand but they are blue) and a 2 1/2 inch system that was mandrel bent. makes sooo much difference!! i was struggling up hills on the highway at around 80k b4 the new system got ...
by BJH
Wed Oct 19, 2005 4:31 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Servicing a Diesel Cruiser in Brisbane HELP!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 674

Thanks guys!! i got about 2500 to drive b4 i put my new truck in somewhere.. might try David @ 4x4 Excellence first up. its nice and close, Homer i don't mind you asking a question like that in my thread!! it relates to what i am asking for so go for it:) Also on a side note, what do you guys reckon ...
by BJH
Thu Oct 13, 2005 7:40 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Servicing a Diesel Cruiser in Brisbane HELP!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 674

Yeah Caboolture is a bit far, I have been told about a place at newmarket that is ment to be good. i don't have the name here at home but its on my email at work so will post it and see if someone here has used them b4. won't be till tuesday though casue i am taking a break ;)

cheers all!!
Brandon.
by BJH
Tue Oct 11, 2005 7:50 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60, 62 and 80 series interiors
Replies: 21
Views: 1092

Yeah ok.. I am pretty sure this truck is standard from Toyota with teh interior but its got cloth seats, vinal floor. FULL Sized Tacho and Aux fuel on the roof. It is a 96 though and i was told by the guy i am buying it from that it has the last dash for the 80 series.. Would be interested to find ...
by BJH
Tue Oct 11, 2005 7:10 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60, 62 and 80 series interiors
Replies: 21
Views: 1092

ok.... do you know if someone put it in afer? I have heard all models have the wiring for it so it should be an easy mod. i was looking at a std 96 b4 i found the 96dx i decided on and it didn't have a taco? the DX does, but its a full size taco opsite the speedo. If Nev and others are interested i ...
by BJH
Tue Oct 11, 2005 6:19 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60, 62 and 80 series interiors
Replies: 21
Views: 1092

The 80-84 (i think) don't have the little pics of the truck showing you the angle your driving on. Std trucks don't get a taco either. I have a std 82 and can post some pics if you like? I can also get some of a 96 DX as i will be picking up my new ride tomorrow arov!!!!! :)
by BJH
Tue Oct 11, 2005 9:23 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Servicing a Diesel Cruiser in Brisbane HELP!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 674

umm ok thanks for the info guys!! i really would like some options on the north if someone can give them to me!!

Should be pciking up my new Beast tomorrow night I can't wait!! no more leaf springs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by BJH
Mon Oct 10, 2005 2:28 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Servicing a Diesel Cruiser in Brisbane HELP!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 674

Servicing a Diesel Cruiser in Brisbane HELP!!!!!!!!!!

Hi all, i know this has probablly been asked Heaps b4 but i did do a search and didn't find anything. i may have been doing the search wrong but this kinda stuff changes from time to time anyways. I am about to take delivery of my second Diesel Landcruiser (moving up from a 82-2h to a 96-1hz). i use ...
by BJH
Fri Jun 10, 2005 10:18 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series Problem:(
Replies: 11
Views: 635

Thanks Brighty!! i will give that a go latter in the week. did you get your seal kit from Repco or somewhere? i have seen them on Ebay for around 120 but you said that you paid about 40 for them?? Thaks heaps to all for the help, as soon as i get the chance i will give it a go and take some photo's ...
by BJH
Thu Jun 09, 2005 10:59 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series Problem:(
Replies: 11
Views: 635

Sounds like its going to be fun :cry: i haven't given it any attention for hte last few days, been busy with work and other things, i might just top her up over the next weekend and then look at it next week sometime. i did the water pump awhile ago with some help, do you think the reseal kit for ...
by BJH
Wed Jun 08, 2005 9:44 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series Problem:(
Replies: 11
Views: 635

Thanks for that info Sambo!! i am actually having problems with my power steering system:( its been leaking for some time now, i have just been topping it up, not looking forward to the expencive repair cost of the pump. i did fill it up the other day so that shouldn't be a problem but the belt does ...
by BJH
Mon Jun 06, 2005 5:57 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series Problem:(
Replies: 11
Views: 635

I checked for bits of belt around and in the pullies, nothing. i would have tested without the belts on but the noise dosn't happen till the truck is driving. its isn't slipping its a werring noise, and it only happens at the top of each gear or (being a 4spd) around 80k but then softens till 100 ...
by BJH
Mon Jun 06, 2005 1:02 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series Problem:(
Replies: 11
Views: 635

60 series Problem:(

Hey all! I have an old 60 series cruiser that busted a alternator fanbelt the other weekend. i was luck enough to have an old spare and installed that and was on my way. although after this happened i have been hearing a wouring noise at highish rev's and only when its under load. i drove like this ...
by BJH
Fri Sep 17, 2004 1:18 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: buggered Clutch or not??
Replies: 3
Views: 196

Thanks guys! I have one more thing to look at now, was talking to a mechanic about prices and found out that i might just have to adjust something on the slave cylinder? anyways i will let you all know how it goes when i try it this weekend :)

Brandon
by BJH
Fri Sep 17, 2004 10:28 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: buggered Clutch or not??
Replies: 3
Views: 196

buggered Clutch or not??

Hey guys!! I have a HJ60 cruiser with the 4 speed and i think the clutch is going in her:( it started to make excess noise druing gear changes and is now slipping in 4th doing 60ish up hills! is this a definate clutch issue? or could there be something funny within the gearbox? i haven't ever had to ...
by BJH
Fri Jun 18, 2004 11:12 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Sweet landCruisers
Replies: 129
Views: 8269

Kewl!! got some great pics of sixty series trucks there was over moreton on the weekend and took a couple of shots of mine again! had to cross over some coffie rock on the eastern beach just past camel rock. was fun!! I haven't done alot of rock/bush 4x4in' but found it fun! not sure how special the ...
by BJH
Tue Jun 08, 2004 3:24 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Sweet landCruisers
Replies: 129
Views: 8269

Nice pic!! but techinally thats a 62 series :P

found this pic of one getting air on the web ages ago!! quite a good shot ;)
by BJH
Tue Jun 08, 2004 2:08 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Sweet landCruisers
Replies: 129
Views: 8269

Oh come on guys!! i reckon the 60 series is one of the "better" looking 4x4's on the road Besides at least it dosn't have noberly bits all over it!! not saying the 40's are fugly though, just know what I would prefer to have (and thats not a 60 series!!, want to get a nice 80 series one of these ...
by BJH
Tue Jun 08, 2004 2:05 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Sweet landCruisers
Replies: 129
Views: 8269

Yeah!! I wanta see more 60 series Cruisers!!!

Not just because thats what I have :P lol

Heres mine if it works!! nothing special but a 60 series anyways ;) and a good stock shot of articulation from a 60 series :lol:
by BJH
Tue Jun 01, 2004 9:08 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Land cruiser power stearing loss through water.
Replies: 9
Views: 282

Yeah ok.. the steering dampener problem sounds like it might fit! I checked my belts and PS fluid's last night and they both look good. I had changed all my belts about 1.5 years ago and the fluid at the same time. but my steering dampener is old and a little battered (not from me!!) so that might ...
by BJH
Mon May 31, 2004 4:51 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Land cruiser power stearing loss through water.
Replies: 9
Views: 282

Sweet!! a couple of realy quick replys there!!! thanks everyone I will check for water contamination but don't think this is it. has happened a couple of times over the last month or so. and it only takes like 20 seconds to come good if that!! its almost as though when water is around the PS box it ...
by BJH
Mon May 31, 2004 4:42 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Land cruiser power stearing loss through water.
Replies: 9
Views: 282

Thanks for the quick reply!! I wasn't sure that it was the belt cause I couldn't hear it slipping, but I guess when its wet it dosn't make that god awful sound!! but.. I will check the tension of the belt and check out what protection I have under her. I know its got a huge steal bit under the trans ...
by BJH
Mon May 31, 2004 4:19 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Land cruiser power stearing loss through water.
Replies: 9
Views: 282

Land cruiser power stearing loss through water.

Hi guys!! this is my first post so I am sorry if its put in the wrong spot, or been looked at b4. I have a HJ60 cruiser (82 4 spd model) and whenever i drive her through a creek or any sort of water crossing I lose some of my power steering! its very bizarre as the power in the steering seams to ...