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by Brauer
Sat Oct 22, 2005 8:09 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Brisbane trip Sunday 30 October
Replies: 11
Views: 342

Yeh should be free on that weekend, as 4x4xmore said make sure you can make it. Should be a good chance to have a look at the bum crack.
PM me closer if your sure you are going.
by Brauer
Sun Oct 02, 2005 6:54 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Bicycle carrier
Replies: 12
Views: 614

I picked up a second hand tow-bar for $50 and only use it for carrying bikes and recovery point. I only put the tow-ball in when I need to otherwise slip the bow shakle in for recovery. The only thing you have to watch is making it past your spare tyre. Singl bar carry rack is best and try to get a ...
by Brauer
Sun Oct 02, 2005 6:48 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Would any Brisbanites be up for a trek?
Replies: 15
Views: 410

Nics pic's at LCMP. ;)
by Brauer
Sat Oct 01, 2005 10:23 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Feroza Rocky parts and cars for sale.
Replies: 1
Views: 117

Feroza Rocky parts and cars for sale.

Would it be posible to create a Sticky Post for Parts and Vehicles for sale.
Also one for Photo's of your greatest moments. If you think it's a good idea please post your support.
by Brauer
Sat Oct 01, 2005 8:43 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Would any Brisbanites be up for a trek?
Replies: 15
Views: 410

Hi, Welcome aboard, I hear blackduck is quite a good track. There is also a new 4x4 park opening at Beaudesert if not there's Crystalvale 4x4 park. I was planning to go to Crystalvale this weekend with Ferozaman but knowone could make it and my family got crook. So still trying to plan next trip ...
by Brauer
Sat Oct 01, 2005 8:20 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Knocking Noise in front end
Replies: 2
Views: 149

Knocking Noise in front end

Hi all, This problem has been giving me the sh**s fo a while know. Every time weight transfers in the front end, forward, backwards or sideways there's a knocking noise. Sounds like it's coming from the lower control arm. I'm thinking where the torsion bar enter's the control arm. If anyone has a ...
by Brauer
Fri Sep 30, 2005 10:26 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: onother one bites the dust
Replies: 4
Views: 215

i to have updated my feroza, just not enough space. i got a surf riding on 33's with 6" of lift all up inc body lift. sad to see the feroza retire as many a good time wheeling in it.

I think you better keep the Feroza for bush bashing the Surf looks to good to take out in the bush. Let me know ...
by Brauer
Fri Sep 30, 2005 9:45 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Interested in a Feroza locker?
Replies: 20
Views: 1311

I'm very interested in finding a locker. My inlaws just had their front diff welded, haven't tried it yet going for a run this weekend. So far this has been the only way to get more traction. Hope this all works out because I don't really want to trade in for a bigger 4x4. The feroza is a good ...
by Brauer
Sun Sep 25, 2005 10:32 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: hey guys
Replies: 21
Views: 538

Re: hey guys

Just wanted to see how all the projects were comming along!

Well, I got some new Nology HotWires. They have a capacitor built into the wire and give about 300 times more spark than standard wires. And some Denso Iridium plugs. I can now burn 87 octane with no knock...And some red silicon vacuum ...
by Brauer
Sun Sep 25, 2005 10:30 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: hey guys
Replies: 21
Views: 538

well i had a quick 4wd last weekend and got bogged, tried my winch for the first time and it chewed its gears out. So my new project is to get a new winch....

Ive seen those cheap 900kg ones on ebay, would they be ok for such a light car? what is the minimum dead pulling power would one need?
I ...
by Brauer
Sat Aug 27, 2005 6:43 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Front Suspension Mods on 93 Feroza
Replies: 9
Views: 422

I 've beeen told that you do not have to change torsion bars unless they break, maybe put the money to something else.
by Brauer
Sat Aug 27, 2005 6:34 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: sway bar removal
Replies: 37
Views: 2048

I removed mine a while ago, notice a bit of difference on road but nothing to complain aboutt. Regarding extra wheel travel you do not get any extra. The only way to maximize wheel travell is to remove bump stops. Once you have the front wound up you can see how much travell you are going to get ...
by Brauer
Thu Aug 18, 2005 8:04 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: heater prob,s
Replies: 6
Views: 213

Stop whinging it's just a heater put up with it, it's only the wife's car :twisted:
by Brauer
Thu Aug 18, 2005 1:26 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: FUEL CONSUMPTION
Replies: 19
Views: 951

I get about 400 - 450 out of a tank running Caltex Vortex with 30" tyres.
I think what you are getting is reasonable
by Brauer
Fri Aug 12, 2005 9:24 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: It's Official - Another Feroza bites the dust
Replies: 15
Views: 733

What accessories can still be of use.
by Brauer
Wed Aug 10, 2005 7:32 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: ormeau
Replies: 3
Views: 285

Jason, Had alot of fun out there with you guys, you'll have to post some pics and I wouldn't mind getting some video votage off you. I have to replace CV boot this weekend and Idler Arm bush's. I'll keep in contact.
by Brauer
Tue Aug 09, 2005 6:06 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: swapping tyres
Replies: 9
Views: 387

I just put a set of BFG Muddies on last weekend 30' x 9.5. Went for drive out to Ormeau and they worked excellent. The only thing is if you get really stuck they dig good holes.

Happy Touring
by Brauer
Mon Aug 08, 2005 9:48 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: CV Joints
Replies: 3
Views: 236

Thanks for the tip. Where can I download the manual from.
by Brauer
Mon Aug 08, 2005 1:40 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: CV Joints
Replies: 3
Views: 236

CV Joints

Has anyone out there replaced CV Joints or Boots. I have a ripped boot so I was going to do it myself for future experience. So if anyone has done one or knows how to your advice would be nice. :lol: I priced boots for $16.50 each so it doesn't seem reasonable to pay someone $50-$100 to do it. It ...
by Brauer
Wed Aug 03, 2005 9:47 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: tyre brand
Replies: 33
Views: 1872

I think BFG or Coopers I don't thimk nothing else compares
by Brauer
Tue Aug 02, 2005 8:18 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Reedy Creek Pics
Replies: 1
Views: 210

Reedy Creek Pics

Here are some pics at Reedy Creek near the Gold Coast
by Brauer
Mon Aug 01, 2005 8:54 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Sticky Gears
Replies: 17
Views: 477

Yeh, I just priced some today $111 for 4 litres, they also said you could run it transfer case aswell as front and rear diffs. I am going to do it this weekend. Thanks for all the advice I'll let you know how it goes. :lol: :lol:
by Brauer
Sun Jul 31, 2005 8:42 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: best extractors for torque (value for money is good too)
Replies: 6
Views: 251

I have Lukey 4-1, 2" system I have found that it is a bit noiser than other but better performance in torque.
by Brauer
Sun Jul 31, 2005 7:57 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: FUEL LEAK! GETTING GASSED! feeling dizzy! ERK!! =( plz help!
Replies: 8
Views: 259

I had a similar problem when I went to Landcruiser Park, but the fuel was running down the cahsis. It had me stuffed were the fuel was coming from because i just replaced all rear fuel lines.
by Brauer
Sun Jul 31, 2005 7:53 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: Sticky Gears
Replies: 17
Views: 477

Sticky Gears

When my Feroza is cold it is hard to change gears, is this because the oil is to thick or is there ann underlying problem :?: . If anyone has come across this problem I would appreciate any advice :lol:
by Brauer
Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:33 am
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: suspension question
Replies: 18
Views: 864

Where abouts are you in Brisbane?. The only spring supllies I found were TJM for $235 each and Enforcer for $328 pair from On Track 4x4 in Slacks Creek.
by Brauer
Sun Jul 17, 2005 6:25 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: suspension question
Replies: 18
Views: 864

I have an 88'. The springs sat flat and I also thought they wre no good. I just replaced them with enforcer 5 leaf springs, very sturdy and at least 50mm lift.
by Brauer
Fri Jun 03, 2005 1:30 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: My Feroza
Replies: 19
Views: 720

Hey I just noticed you live in edens landing! Where abouts? It wouldn't be in the units in overland drive would it? I have seen a white Fez with white sunraisers on at those units. There has also been a dark charcoal coloured one in there too? Mr bro-in-law lives just round the corner from there ...
by Brauer
Fri Jun 03, 2005 1:24 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: brisbane owners
Replies: 12
Views: 407

I'm keen but can't do anything until end of June. been to Landcruiser Park, unreal too see how many 4x4's come out on a tow truck.
by Brauer
Fri Jun 03, 2005 12:53 pm
Forum: Ford / Mazda / Daihatsu / Homeless
Topic: My Feroza
Replies: 19
Views: 720

Hey Daniel,

Yes my email address is b.horner@qnc.qld.gov.au

No I haven't been on any real 4wd trips as such. I mainly do beach work at this stage as my Feroza is still stock and I dont want to break anything yet! :)

What size tyres you planning on going for? I would love to see what a 2" lift ...