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Search found 18 matches

by tracks
Sat May 26, 2012 6:49 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: consule for 98 hilux
Replies: 2
Views: 374

consule for 98 hilux

Hi, I'm fitting 2 single after market seats to my 98 single cab hilux, any idea what consule would fit in, going to have a look around the wreckers but need to know what to look for, thanks for any help...
by tracks
Tue Aug 16, 2011 6:37 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: Hilux loud 'Humm'
Replies: 6
Views: 396

Re: Hilux loud 'Humm'

Bent valve stem, prob from over reving..
by tracks
Wed Aug 03, 2011 3:40 pm
Forum: Hilux
Topic: TURBO MY 3.0L DIESEL HILUX?????
Replies: 9
Views: 533

Re: TURBO MY 3.0L DIESEL HILUX?????

Good move, I had a AXT turbo fitted, intercooler and mandrel 2.5" exhaust,,,to my 1998 5L, outstanding performance, about $2500 all up and worth every cent...
by tracks
Tue Apr 26, 2011 6:58 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: 5L Hilux turboing
Replies: 12
Views: 902

Re: 5L Hilux turboing

Hi, Thought I would let those who replied to this post what I ended up doing.....ok I went to AXT Turbo in Dandenong Vic, had their intercooled turbo fitted along with a 2.5" exhaust, all I can say is wow, should have done this mod years ago, done about a 1000 klms now and am very happy with it, A ...
by tracks
Fri Jan 07, 2011 6:49 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: 5L Hilux turboing
Replies: 12
Views: 902

Re: 5L Hilux turboing

Sorry guys, it's a 5L not 5LE so the chip is out, and my real question is what is the best turbo for it, do I have to do any other mods to the engine, or should I just keep it for the farm and go buy a Patrol 4.2TD tray,,, I got myself a boat which is pretty hard going towing with the Lux...thanks ...
by tracks
Wed Jan 05, 2011 6:31 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: 5L Hilux turboing
Replies: 12
Views: 902

Re: 5L Hilux turboing

It's a 98 3ltr 5L, can anyone recommend or advice me what to use, thanks..
by tracks
Tue Jan 04, 2011 9:41 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: 5L Hilux turboing
Replies: 12
Views: 902

5L Hilux turboing

Guys, I'm looking into turboing my 5L Hilux or throw one of those chips in it, don't know where to start looking I've done some searches on here but still can't find what make or where to get it done, Can anyone can point me in the right direction, I'm in SE Melbourne area, thanks...
by tracks
Sat Dec 25, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: headers/extractors
Replies: 2
Views: 225

headers/extractors

Hi, need some advice with a set of headers for my diesel Hilux 5L (3ltr) non turbo. what are the pros and cons,, will they help with a bit of low down torque when I towing up hills and, or am I dreaming if they are going help..thanks
by tracks
Tue Sep 28, 2010 2:05 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Engine missfireing Hilux
Replies: 9
Views: 336

Re: Engine missfireing Hilux

Burnt valve maybe
by tracks
Mon Sep 13, 2010 7:03 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: clutch problems
Replies: 4
Views: 214

Re: clutch problems

Thanks, not sure what brand it was but I am sure that bearing was replaced, do you know what causes it as I don't flog the hilux, I do tow a small tinnie though,,,,
by tracks
Sun Sep 12, 2010 2:12 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: clutch problems
Replies: 4
Views: 214

clutch problems

Hi Starting to get a little worried about the clutch on my 98 5L hilux, 140,000klms on the clock new heavy duty clutch installed at 105,000 klms,,when I disengage the clutch to change gear (pedal down to the floor) I get a distinct clicking noise coming from the bell housing, this has been happening ...
by tracks
Thu Aug 19, 2010 6:06 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: led reverse light/ work light proformance
Replies: 4
Views: 457

Re: led reverse light/ work light proformance

Try this mob in Melbourne http://www.brightlightautoparts.com/index.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Got a good range
by tracks
Sun Aug 15, 2010 2:42 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: rubber door seal
Replies: 1
Views: 124

rubber door seal

Hey guys anyone know where I can get a full drivers side rubber door seal for a 98 Hilux , tried the google thing with no luck, I'm in Melbourne if that's any help..thanks
by tracks
Sat Jul 24, 2010 8:14 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: ironman shocks ?
Replies: 11
Views: 533

Re: ironman shocks ?

Yeah I put a set of foam ones on about 5000 klm ago, I'm really happy with them better than the OME's I had before...great improvement on and off road..
by tracks
Sun Mar 20, 2005 5:49 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: leaf spring sag
Replies: 4
Views: 364

leaf spring sag

Ok this what happened on my 98 hilux single cab tray back, ifs, driving along with about a half tonne (maybe more) of stuff on, for the tip, went over some good rough pot holes on the way in and heard a bloody great bang come from the rear end, didn't think much about it until I noticed when I got ...
by tracks
Thu Feb 10, 2005 7:28 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Split rim help?
Replies: 6
Views: 173

I use my high lift jack to break the bead, lay the wheel down and under the bull bar stick the foot of the jack on the bead and crank her up piece of piss, I use a couple of long hd screw drivers, stand the wheel up with the split on top, about a 1" or so to the right of the split there is a slot in ...
by tracks
Mon Sep 27, 2004 4:23 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: F*#ckin Supercheap Ezyouts :mad:
Replies: 74
Views: 2344

The only way to drill into that ezy out is to use a die grinder with a straight end cut burr..small a possible..
by tracks
Wed Sep 22, 2004 4:34 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: michelin tyres
Replies: 22
Views: 626

Give Total Tyres a call in Oakleigh, I overheard the salesman there bagging Mich. tyres saying quality has gone down hill and they are putting out a inferior product..