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by crustybj60
Mon May 31, 2010 8:25 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 wider fibreglass flares???
Replies: 29
Views: 1649

http://www.frp.com.au./prodimages/80%20 ... lector.jpg

from the FRP website. 125mm

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Fri May 14, 2010 12:47 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Car stereo for soft top
Replies: 18
Views: 1041

in the glove box mate, then lock it. outa site, outa mind. x2 on the tuffy. i thought fusion had some sort of water proof boat head unit. http://www.fusionelectronics.com/australia/marine-audio-2/product-packs-12/mscd60combo-119-product.aspx or this one, it's a bit flash... http://www ...
by crustybj60
Thu May 06, 2010 2:13 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 40 series odometer
Replies: 8
Views: 563

cruiser60series wrote:fixed it self
it won't last long ;)

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Thu Apr 15, 2010 1:35 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: American Parts Vendors
Replies: 14
Views: 539

i thought that Australia had more 4x4's per population than any country in the world, second only in total number to the US? work out how many of those 4wds ever need 4wd accessories, and you have part of your answer. there maybe a 50,000 sold, but 10% are actually used for 4wding. fair enough, but ...
by crustybj60
Thu Apr 15, 2010 11:31 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: American Parts Vendors
Replies: 14
Views: 539

One thing that seems to be common in this thread, is wanting the response and stock on shelf of a big well run company, overstaffed, with call centres taking your call within 3 rings etc, whilst wanting the overhead margins tacked on pricing of a small after hours run from the garage operation ...
by crustybj60
Thu Apr 15, 2010 9:04 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: American Parts Vendors
Replies: 14
Views: 539

price and service. it's currently MUCH cheaper to import your own goods than buying the same American made product from an Australian distributer. the strong dollar helps. a lot of TG crap is made overseas, and they don't ship USPS (lots of other American vendors who sell TG at the same price DO ...
by crustybj60
Mon Mar 29, 2010 12:14 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Marks Adapters Reduction gears in 60 transfer???
Replies: 24
Views: 1420

twisty, right on the money with that! with a toybox (4.7) and auto t-case gears (2.28 IIRC) and some diff gears. 4.84 x 4.7 x 2.28 x 4.88 = 253.1 top speed would suck with 4.88 diff gears and 4spd. find yourself a set of NA market 3.73 (cheap, plentiful and strong) diff gears and get better top end ...
by crustybj60
Wed Mar 24, 2010 10:06 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Marks Adapters Reduction gears in 60 transfer???
Replies: 24
Views: 1420

from your first post i would guess you have a 40 series trans/transfer set up. if your t-case looks like the orion, it's an early 40/55 t-case. later 40 and 60/70 series have a "split" t-case. i would guess you have an H41 trans. H55f=5spd different years of 4spd trans have different output spline ...
by crustybj60
Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:59 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Marks Adapters Reduction gears in 60 transfer???
Replies: 24
Views: 1420

looks like you'll have to make a list of all the options and combinations, to compare cost/effort and results. add everything up, like propshaft mods, new crossmembers, axle replacement etc... you'll quickly get a good idea of what it will cost. most common transmission ratios can be found on the ...
by crustybj60
Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:48 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Marks Adapters Reduction gears in 60 transfer???
Replies: 24
Views: 1420

you CAN get a toybox for H55F or H41/42 cruiser trans, i have one ;). problem is marlin has NONE in stock, and who knows when they will have more. you could look at replacing with and orion t-case. http://www.advanceadapters.com/ cruiser gearing options=$$$, so get ready to spend some money. the ...
by crustybj60
Thu Mar 18, 2010 4:06 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: cheapest place to buy ARB air locker for solid hilux
Replies: 3
Views: 291

online... shipped from the US. really.

HTH'S
cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Wed Mar 17, 2010 11:44 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

What exactly are you trying to engineer as a lot of stuff just can't be like bigger tyres, big lifts etc uhhhh, not really helpful mate, but thanks anyway. i'm very aware of the limitations of vehicle modifications here in QLD (and oz, in general) and i am looking for an approved engineer in ...
by crustybj60
Tue Mar 16, 2010 9:22 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

Talk to Darren or Jamie at TJM. Cris well after repeated phone calls and email, nothing! looks like TJM don't want my $$$. they have displayed some of the WORST service (or lack) i have ever experienced in Australia. period. i would not recommend TJM in coopers plains, but YMMV. meh, whatever ...
by crustybj60
Wed Mar 03, 2010 12:42 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 40 series starting problem.
Replies: 22
Views: 626

starter contacts ;)

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Sat Feb 27, 2010 12:33 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: BJ40 Full-floater axle stud question...
Replies: 21
Views: 1313

ARP is good. genuine is also good, but if there is an upgrade for similar $$$? an up grade is always an upgrade. i am finding that even genuine/quality aftermarket is FAR cheaper to order from overseas. really... waaaaay cheaper. http://frontrangeoffroadfab.com/nfoscomm/catalog/product_info.php ...
by crustybj60
Fri Feb 26, 2010 7:59 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: BJ40 Full-floater axle stud question...
Replies: 21
Views: 1313

some good info here:

http://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-te ... issue.html.

X2 fix it right, or it will come back at the worst time (isn't that the way?)

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Wed Feb 24, 2010 7:10 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: 305/??/16 tyres help me....
Replies: 6
Views: 339

Re: 305/??/16 tyres help me....

Im chasing some tyres to fit to my hilux so that i can get it engineered with the biggest tyres i can. the NCOP states i can go 1.5 times the width of original tyre width and up to 85%of the tyres aspect ratio so that puts me in the 305/85/16 range which equates to 36.5x12.5x16 so the question is ...
by crustybj60
Fri Feb 19, 2010 5:45 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Cruiser Axle Code (confirm please)
Replies: 2
Views: 237

K= 9 1/2" ring gear

08= 4.11 R&P ratio

2= 2 spider gears, open.


as far as i know, LS would have a 4th digit code of 3 or 5 (2 and 4 spider gear LS, respectively)

hope that helps.

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Fri Feb 19, 2010 10:01 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: nipples
Replies: 16
Views: 732

http://www.speedbleeder.com/

http://www.jegs.com/i/Russell/799/639560/10002/-1

the internet... is your friend.

plain old nipples should be available at any reputable shop that sells/does brakes parts/service.

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Tue Feb 16, 2010 7:59 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: PICS PICS new and proud owner of a bj40!!!!!!!!!!! PICS PICS
Replies: 16
Views: 1486

Legal to run without doors too. Probably not all that safe, and makes you a target for other stuff like defect inspections, but definitely legal. really? just in NSW or what? i've seen a few half door 40's running around here in QLD, but have yet to see one on the road with the doors off. any more ...
by crustybj60
Thu Feb 04, 2010 12:06 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: fj45 suspention! Anyone running a good set up?
Replies: 14
Views: 1019

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/index.php

$0.88 AUD today, build your own "kit".

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:31 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: "A" pillar gauge pod holders for 80 series
Replies: 6
Views: 647

midi73 wrote:Im interested in the 3 pod. even for that price.
x2

i have been watching ebay ect... and there is little or no options for an 80.

even at that price, i think it's still better than getting one for a ford/gu/whatever and chopping it up to fit.

three pod would be the go.

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:46 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

If you go through transport do they need to inspect the vehicle. Talk to Darren or Jamie at TJM. Cris i would guess that they would, before any paper work or blue plate would be approved or issued. won't hurt to fill out the form, and see what they say to what i'm planning to mod. i'll see what ...
by crustybj60
Wed Jan 27, 2010 9:23 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

true that!

last thing i want is a bunch of time/money and then find out it's a trailer only rig (just yet :twisted: )

i guess i'll post up as to how it goes/what i can mod.

cheers
crusty
by crustybj60
Wed Jan 27, 2010 7:23 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

thanks, that's the kind of info i'm looking for. i know what i want to do, just need some advice on how to go about it. i've had a read of the QLD vehicle regs online, but there is not much detailed info there. never thought of getting a mod form from transport and having a go that way. i will give ...
by crustybj60
Wed Jan 27, 2010 10:37 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: engineering in brisbane?
Replies: 18
Views: 867

engineering in brisbane?

new to brisbane, who should i call? who have people used with good results in the past? i'm looking to mod the old troopy, but i'd like to keep it legal, it's a pain in the ass, but not looking to get deported either :roll: i'll be doing all my own work, so don't need a shop as such, just the final ...
by crustybj60
Thu Jan 21, 2010 8:58 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series diff into 75-same diff!?
Replies: 19
Views: 1526

There is nothing there that deals with the inner short side U bolt problem. Outboarding springs is not an option for some. http://forum.ih8mud.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=201248&stc=1&d=1199680453 http://forum.ih8mud.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=201247&stc=1&d=1199679321 http://forum.ih8mud ...
by crustybj60
Thu Jan 21, 2010 4:59 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series diff into 75-same diff!?
Replies: 19
Views: 1526

found this, there is some good info on inner axle lengths and WMS dim's etc...

cheers
crusty
http://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-te ... ost1201724
by crustybj60
Thu Jan 21, 2010 10:30 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 series diff into 75-same diff!?
Replies: 19
Views: 1526

Id like to know how people go about moving the spring perches on a 60 housing to make it fit in the front of 40/70 series. cut old ones off weld new ones on just sayin is all..... 60 axles in a 40 won't work like that in the front, you need to out board the spring hangers. not that hard to do. 60 ...