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by SiNH
Mon Oct 15, 2007 8:34 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: fitting a Pertronix to a GQ
Replies: 102
Views: 19753

Excellent, thank you for the picture. So just to confirm, all those black earth wires there, you just folded them up and taped them off ( except for the short earth that screws into the Pertronix base plate ) so its as easy as undoing the tape and revert to the points and condensor setup again? None...
by SiNH
Mon Oct 15, 2007 11:22 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: fitting a Pertronix to a GQ
Replies: 102
Views: 19753

Any chance of someone posting a picture of how the 1762LS Pertronix looks installed? I am going to give this a try myself since the 1762LS doesnt require any grinding and cutting. But to confirm can someone who has fitted the 1762LS tell me if I am not correct? I wasnt planning on removing anything ...
by SiNH
Thu Oct 11, 2007 8:06 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: fitting a Pertronix to a GQ
Replies: 102
Views: 19753

Hi,

Has anyone been able to find someone in Sydney to supply and fit this Pertronix at a reasonable price? seems like anyone who knows anything about the Pertronix resides in Victoria.
by SiNH
Mon Aug 27, 2007 12:54 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Headlight combo switch
Replies: 27
Views: 3689

Is this a DIY job? will I just require a set of screw drivers and some pliers or will there be soldering and cutting wires involved? ooppss no cutting or soldering required! just a couple of screws, and unplug! Easy DIY! cheers Thank you for all your help guys, saved me a bucket load of cash if I w...
by SiNH
Thu Aug 09, 2007 2:46 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Headlight combo switch
Replies: 27
Views: 3689

Is this a DIY job? will I just require a set of screw drivers and some pliers or will there be soldering and cutting wires involved?
by SiNH
Thu Aug 09, 2007 2:02 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: ford maverick
Replies: 6
Views: 669

Re: ford maverick

[quote= A headwind if the diesel isn't turboed. :lol: The indicator switches usually only last 10 to 15 years but are very cheep to replace.[/quote] Mines faulty I think, I have to flick and play with the lights for my drivers side headlight to work. It often doesnt come on when I turn the indicator...
by SiNH
Tue Apr 03, 2007 2:47 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Often not able to run LPG switching from petrol
Replies: 4
Views: 337

Often not able to run LPG switching from petrol

My problem has been progressively getting worse. I have a 1993 TB42 Dual fuel. I used to be able to crank the engine and start the truck with half a turn of the ignition. This had been the norm for ages. Then it used to take an extra crank to get the engine started. It then started to take several a...
by SiNH
Thu Mar 22, 2007 8:20 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Power Windows Repairs?
Replies: 8
Views: 636

Ended up taking it to a local autoelectrician and he managed to get a 2nd hand regulator from the wreckers and it worked out to be $180 all up.

Abit steep for a 2nd hand unit but at least the window is working again.
by SiNH
Tue Mar 13, 2007 8:16 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Power Windows Repairs?
Replies: 8
Views: 636

More then likely it will be the plastic piece of shit cog that goes between the motor adn the winder cog on the window frame. Both mine have shagged out and its just a matter of getting them from nissan or elsewhere and putting them in Nah that piece is still in perfect condition, the fault is defi...
by SiNH
Mon Mar 12, 2007 8:27 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Power Windows Repairs?
Replies: 8
Views: 636

Have you checked for power at the motor. Not had bother with mine but they must be controlled by a relay somewhere. Put a meter or test bulb on the connection and earth to check for power. Alex Nah motor is fine, no problems there. Its with the knob that goes into the door skin, the other end must ...
by SiNH
Mon Mar 12, 2007 7:15 am
Forum: Auto Electrical
Topic: Power Windows Repairs?
Replies: 8
Views: 636

Power Windows Repairs?

Hi All, My drivers side power window is not functioning anymore, whats worse is that they are almost all the way down. Can anyone recommend a power windows specialist in the Sydney SouthWest area for me to take this to get repaired? I have a 1993 GQ. I have tried removing the door trim and manually ...
by SiNH
Thu Mar 08, 2007 7:54 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?
Replies: 10
Views: 669

Re: Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?

At best case scenario I have a blown head gasket. Oil is milky and slow loss of coolant. Oil cap is caked in white sludge. I took it to my local mechanic and he cant tell me without taking the engine apart weather if I have cracked my heads in the process and if I had then its going to cost a minim...
by SiNH
Tue Mar 06, 2007 1:21 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?
Replies: 10
Views: 669

Or you can pull the head yourself and shoot it off to a specialist Head Reconditioner (or just buy a new casting). I did mine and, to be honest, it was pretty straight forward. Saved about $1-$1.5k on the repair. If you need any help, feel free to PM me. Thanks for the input guys. I pour 2 bottles ...
by SiNH
Mon Mar 05, 2007 11:01 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?
Replies: 10
Views: 669

That would be ideal but I would assume freight from Melbourne to Sydney might be abit too complicated. However I got a quote from Mannell Motors recommending I chuck out the TB42 and put in a 5L Commodore engine, drive in drive out for approminately $15,000 I could buy a GU for that price. I guess a...
by SiNH
Mon Mar 05, 2007 9:00 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?
Replies: 10
Views: 669

Cracked Head TB42 Workshop Recommendation?

At best case scenario I have a blown head gasket. Oil is milky and slow loss of coolant. Oil cap is caked in white sludge. I took it to my local mechanic and he cant tell me without taking the engine apart weather if I have cracked my heads in the process and if I had then its going to cost a minimu...
by SiNH
Tue Dec 19, 2006 9:09 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Electronic distributor? Snorkel? Extractors? Worth doing?
Replies: 14
Views: 735

Re: Same Same

Can u post some more info on the electronic dizzys? Who sells them in NSW. Sydney - Newcastle areas? Are they easy to fit yourself? Are there any tricks? MD Have you got an update on this? I am also having problems finding someone from Sydney to supply and fit this for the $275 mark. The last place...
by SiNH
Tue Dec 12, 2006 9:30 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LPG and Carby Rebuild?
Replies: 6
Views: 387

My local mechanic isnt a LPG mechanic so I was wondering if I could get him to replace the coils and points? Im sure he can replace it, however if my memory serves this process will stuff up the timing? Once the coils and points are replaced do I need to tell him exactly the right timing setting? i...
by SiNH
Tue Dec 12, 2006 7:20 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LPG and Carby Rebuild?
Replies: 6
Views: 387

My local mechanic isnt a LPG mechanic so I was wondering if I could get him to replace the coils and points? Im sure he can replace it, however if my memory serves this process will stuff up the timing? Once the coils and points are replaced do I need to tell him exactly the right timing setting? if...
by SiNH
Mon Dec 11, 2006 10:22 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LPG and Carby Rebuild?
Replies: 6
Views: 387

LPG and Carby Rebuild?

Hi Guys, I am starting to have problems with my 9 year old IMPCO 300A dual fuel system. I have a 93 LWB GQ TB42 Over the last 6 months or so it would be very very hard to start the car on LPG. When I bought the truck about 2 years ago it would start with half a twist of the key, it was beautiful wit...
by SiNH
Mon Jul 10, 2006 9:15 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: How to get right amount of coolant in GQ TD42?
Replies: 6
Views: 416

Thank you all for this thread.

Completed this excercise on the weekend and it was spot on.

Managed to pour almost 12L into the radiator after draining the block.

It was actually a 14mm bolt under the exhaust manifold and yes water pissed out everywheres.

Thanks again.
by SiNH
Tue Jun 27, 2006 9:06 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: How to get right amount of coolant in GQ TD42?
Replies: 6
Views: 416

Sorry to dig out an old thread but would this be the same for the TB42? I too have experienced the same thing, I bought 3 x 5L pre mix and I could only pour in just 1 and a half bottles only. Rechecked the manual and it did say its a 14L of coolant. Please advise me before I start undoing 12mm bolts...
by SiNH
Wed Feb 08, 2006 2:58 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Impoosible Sump Plugs to remove!!
Replies: 20
Views: 665

Ill try some heat on the weekend. I have a decent breaker bar. Its the actual square recess thats giving way not the breaker bar. As I said the square hole will turn into a circle hole at this rate. No good ont he WD40, there is a rock hard paste between the thread of the plug and the thread on the ...
by SiNH
Tue Feb 07, 2006 2:09 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Impoosible Sump Plugs to remove!!
Replies: 20
Views: 665

? It needs a oil change after 239,000km. Would hope its been changed many times in that timeframe.. :shock: Ive tried using the breaker bar, it just ended up kinda rounding the plug square hole.. take for a drive in mud and crap, then take it to a shop to get it done just this once. if it stuffs up...
by SiNH
Tue Feb 07, 2006 1:19 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Impoosible Sump Plugs to remove!!
Replies: 20
Views: 665

Ive tried using the breaker bar, it just ended up kinda rounding the plug square hole.

Yeah there shouldnt be any kinda glue there, but there is. Ill take some photos to show you guys.
by SiNH
Tue Feb 07, 2006 12:09 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Impoosible Sump Plugs to remove!!
Replies: 20
Views: 665

Impoosible Sump Plugs to remove!!

Transfer case, front and rear diff sump plugs. Im trying to change the oils in the front and rear diff and transfer case. I can not for the life of me remove the filler plug. Ive tried the ratchet, Ive tried air rattle gun and tried the 12V rattle gun. All with the same result. I end up rounding the...
by SiNH
Fri Feb 03, 2006 10:25 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Part Numbers
Replies: 142
Views: 14949

Any chance of getting the breakdown of the transfer case please?
by SiNH
Fri Jan 20, 2006 9:24 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Crap in LPG Tank
Replies: 4
Views: 291

I think I have the same thing happening to me. 93 TB42 Dual Fuel. Ever since I bought the car 2nd hand its always sputters and " misses " when I accelerate, even worse when driving uphills. If I didnt know better I would come to the conclusion of it being a miss, however it rarely happens ...
by SiNH
Mon Nov 07, 2005 4:17 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Gas/Petrol TB42 Overheating on LPG
Replies: 2
Views: 247

GQ Gas/Petrol TB42 Overheating on LPG

Hi All, First time since I had any problems LPG related since I bought my truck a few months ago. 234K on the clock. Recently I noticed that when the truck is running on LPG the temperature needle would hit just below the over heat mark on the temp gauge, I then would need to switch it over to petro...
by SiNH
Wed Oct 12, 2005 12:25 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: There must be SOMETHING wrong!?!?!
Replies: 29
Views: 1305

Hmms 93 LWB TB42 with 75L petrol tank getting me 410km dry.
90L gas getting me 390km dry.

OT: Is it really bad to run either tanks dry? I do this all the time before switching to the alternative fuel.

Standard height with 32s AT
by SiNH
Fri Jul 22, 2005 8:51 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ Timing Chain
Replies: 11
Views: 541

Erm..I thought the TB42 was gear driven.....of course ive been wrong before OK complete noob here, if it was gear driven what would this mean then? Does it mean it should last the life of the engine? Im planning on touring and with over 232,000km on the clock already I would want to replace timing ...