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by Bluey74
Sun Sep 10, 2006 9:22 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 2H injector pumps
Replies: 9
Views: 942

I found on my 60 series Sahara that the shut down on the pump is via a electrically operated vacumn solenoid that moves the rack to the no fuel position. When I lost the alternator belt, I lost the operation of the vacumn pump that is mounted on the back of the alternator, so the result was a very ...
by Bluey74
Sat May 27, 2006 9:44 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Opinions on Part Time Kits on Full Time GXL 80 Series
Replies: 45
Views: 2031

Okay. Everyone has said that it is an advantage to have the part time 4WD but what is envolved with modifing the T-case? Is it just a case of fitting freewheeling hubs after mody the T-case?
by Bluey74
Fri May 27, 2005 6:28 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Turboing 1HZ with std manifold
Replies: 8
Views: 519

heat treating the manifold with the coating would help keep the exhaust gas hotter for longer? By using the std manifold I will keep the cost down as most other items needed can be easily manifactured. The reason I am following this method is because A company in brisbane uses this method as well ...
by Bluey74
Thu May 26, 2005 8:54 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Turboing 1HZ with std manifold
Replies: 8
Views: 519

Turboing 1HZ with std manifold

Turboing 1HZ with std manifold in 1985 75 uterous.
Is there enough room to mount the turbo on the stb exhaust manifold with out placing it too close to the ground. What would be the recommended boost with out an intercooler. I plan to manufacture an adapter plate to mount the turbo to the std ...
by Bluey74
Thu May 12, 2005 11:00 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Best oil for a 2H
Replies: 19
Views: 3279

I am using mostly castrol oils and still burn a lot of oil. Not noticeable in the rearview mirror but a big drop between services. Maybe the turbo is burning the oil as it does come out a little thick when changed cold.
by Bluey74
Thu Apr 28, 2005 9:38 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: no go turbo
Replies: 1
Views: 270

no go turbo

I have a turboed 2H and auto in a 60 series. Turbo is a Mike Vine turbo setup from Brisvagas. Is anyone familiar with this setup and can I get some info on std boost, injection timing and maybe a typical fuel consumption. Standard tyres are used. My fuel consumption is terrible, approx 19 litres per ...