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by shanegtr
Wed Aug 05, 2009 5:35 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Length to extend LSPV link
Replies: 3
Views: 277

theres a thread on offroad80s about this: http://offroad80s.com/lspv-adjustment-after-lift-t2422.html I tried putting a bracket in after my lift but the lspv arm needed to run right where the upper control arm is. So I ended up lowering the lspv valve itself 6mm -worked a treat and didnt have to ...
by shanegtr
Fri May 22, 2009 2:28 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: PART TIME 4WD kits Questions
Replies: 22
Views: 2190

Q1) If I fit these kits I loose Centre Diff lock on both Cars and the vehicles is then just a AWD vehicle and not a dedicated 4WD. Centre diff lock function is replaced for part time function. An full time 4wd with the centre diff locked is exactly the same as a part time 4wd when 4wd is engaged ...
by shanegtr
Mon Oct 27, 2008 10:35 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Buying;80series-need some help and info on purchsaing one?
Replies: 5
Views: 532

If its just for offroad use I'd look at a petrol. Cheaper to buy in the first place and its not as if your going to require the range of a diesel. The 1hz without an aftermarket turbo would be hopeless at turning 35s or larger tyres (mine isnt the best with 33's :x ) There is a common rust spot on ...
by shanegtr
Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:38 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1HZ Feul Economy
Replies: 27
Views: 2814

I've got a 1hz 80, running on 285/75's. With an empty roof rack sitting on 110 I can count on around 15l/100. Loose the roof rack and sit on 100 and I'll do around 12.6l/100. I have been averaging around 14.33L/100 for about the past year or so, but I've just had the injectors serviced so Im ...
by shanegtr
Thu Jul 17, 2008 5:11 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60series slowely rusting away?
Replies: 25
Views: 2000

vSAHARAx wrote: Hey Dan
Unfortunetly i rebelled from the religion at the end of last year and bought an 80 series. I knew i was going to regret it, But such is life!
Someone regretting getting an 80, almost as belivable as flying pigs :lol:
by shanegtr
Tue Jul 01, 2008 7:32 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Whats your honest economy figures ?
Replies: 57
Views: 4255

I've got a 1hz 80 series. Currently running 285/75 rubber and returning around 14L/100km. With the factory size tyres I can drop 2L/100 off that easy
by shanegtr
Wed Jun 18, 2008 5:30 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1HZ Timing Belt
Replies: 10
Views: 821

every 100k for a change. I heard somewhere along the lines that the newer 1hz's where every 150K :?:
by shanegtr
Tue Apr 01, 2008 2:19 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: show us your pics of your cruiser
Replies: 72
Views: 6868

My 80 series
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by shanegtr
Sat Feb 02, 2008 12:37 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 60 or 80 series for touring?
Replies: 14
Views: 707

I'd go an 80 series, just that little bit more comfortable in stock for for touring, but theres nothing that cant be changed in a 60 to make it comfortable also
by shanegtr
Wed Jan 30, 2008 10:25 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: guys i need your advice
Replies: 62
Views: 3533

Re: buying

Turbo42 can I assume that this is the gear box for sale? http://www.offroad80s.com/viewtopic.php?t=985 For those that can not access the site here is a copy of the add. Now if I have read the thread right and with my limited mechanical knowledge should you have mentioned the modification to the ...
by shanegtr
Fri Jan 18, 2008 7:23 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 series extended shock mounts after body lift...
Replies: 6
Views: 477

nice effort with that flex, would love to see some pics of your rear shock setup
by shanegtr
Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:54 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: ****WANT FREE STUFF???****
Replies: 12
Views: 1224

Shifta wrote:How about free stuff for 80 Series :lol:
Now we're talking :armsup:
by shanegtr
Wed Nov 21, 2007 1:40 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Disconnecting 80 Series Sway Bars - Any Issues??
Replies: 12
Views: 542

I dont think removing your front sway bar will improve articulation at all, the radius arms would limit your articulation long before the sway bar has a chance to
by shanegtr
Sun Nov 18, 2007 9:37 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: hows this for a hilux
Replies: 6
Views: 542

I bet trying to stop the thing at any speed would be an issue, stock looking brakes with 49" tyres - not my idea of fun
by shanegtr
Tue Oct 02, 2007 3:44 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: What engine RPM @ 100 kph?
Replies: 58
Views: 1649

1hz 80 series on 285/75 100km@2400rpm in 5th
by shanegtr
Tue Oct 02, 2007 3:38 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 series rear axle seals gone.
Replies: 10
Views: 678

I brought this subject up a while ago

http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/phpBB2/vi ... light=seal
by shanegtr
Wed Aug 29, 2007 1:21 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Intercooling an 80 series
Replies: 31
Views: 3108

Have a look here http://www.offroad80s.com/viewtopic.php?t=124 for some pics of a front mount. You'll have to sign up to see the pics but :lol:
by shanegtr
Thu Aug 23, 2007 6:46 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Biodiesel available in Melbourne now
Replies: 23
Views: 754

I have used the B20 blend from gull over here in the west. I was typically getting and increase in fuel consumption of 1L/100 (i drive a 1hz 80, my old mans rodeo gets worse consumption too so at least its not just me). So economically Im better of buying dino diesel especially since you can get it ...
by shanegtr
Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:46 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: GXL sub tank fuel light?? is there one?
Replies: 21
Views: 1309

No low fuel light for the sub on my 80.
by shanegtr
Thu Aug 09, 2007 4:52 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 Series speedo correction
Replies: 23
Views: 1501

Well I've just finished installing the Jaycar unit on my 80. For anyone thats interested I've made write up on the install, have a look at this link http://http://www.offroad80s.com/viewtopic.php?t=482 It works a treat and can be set within 1% up to 99%(thats some big arse tyres :armsup: ) Shanegtr ...
by shanegtr
Sun Aug 05, 2007 1:07 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 Series speedo correction
Replies: 23
Views: 1501

Well I've just finished installing the Jaycar unit on my 80. For anyone thats interested I've made write up on the install, have a look at this link http://www.offroad80s.com/viewtopic.php?t=482

It works a treat and can be set within 1% up to 99%(thats some big arse tyres :armsup: )
by shanegtr
Thu Jul 26, 2007 11:35 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Which A/T tyres?
Replies: 31
Views: 1086

I've just got a new set of bridgestone dueller AT 694. So far Im impressed with them. I brought them after a good run on the dueller AT 693 - but I think these will be better. Wet roads they are fantastic - handle gravel roads really well - Just had a run on freashly graded road last weekend (ball ...
by shanegtr
Thu Jul 26, 2007 11:28 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: New Landcruiser V8 Turbo Diesel - 1VD-FTV
Replies: 21
Views: 3004

Those new cruisers are shit cause the new prado has 410 nm of torque from a 3.0l 4 cylinder, when the 4.5 v8 only has 430 nm of torque. WHAT THE. I read that in 4x4 monthly. But my uncle has one and he says its great but shit house on fuel. True, but I bet the prado doesent hit max torque at ...
by shanegtr
Thu Jul 26, 2007 11:22 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 series turbo diesels in Western Australia (WA)
Replies: 4
Views: 311

Not me, I've got the good old slug 1hz :armsup:
by shanegtr
Wed Jun 27, 2007 8:35 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 1HZ Intercooler Query
Replies: 13
Views: 1687

Have a look here http://www.offroad80s.com/viewtopic.php ... c&start=15

Its on an 80 series but its a good example of what you can do with a front mount[/url]
by shanegtr
Mon Jun 18, 2007 11:41 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 Series speedo correction
Replies: 23
Views: 1501

mine already has the 16" gearset as 16" was standard on my cruiser
by shanegtr
Mon Jun 18, 2007 4:21 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80 Series speedo correction
Replies: 23
Views: 1501

Dragging this post up again because Im getting new 285/75 tyres in two weeks. I've got a 97 HZJ80, so what are some options for correcting the speedo to suit these tyres?
by shanegtr
Mon Jun 18, 2007 8:18 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: 80s with ABS
Replies: 12
Views: 799

All 40th's had ABS, airbags I belive was an option on them as mine dosent have em
by shanegtr
Tue May 15, 2007 12:58 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: cooling a 50L water tank
Replies: 24
Views: 768

Could always use a small transmission radiator and run water lines to that :D Insulate the return line to keep it cool(ish)
by shanegtr
Sun May 13, 2007 11:14 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Toy LSD.
Replies: 21
Views: 1574

Re: Toy LSD.

Dozoor wrote:Any body have a pic of the internal parts ?

And the housing ?


Larry.
I can email you a 4wd monthly article comparing datto LSD's and tojo LSD's when I get to work tomorrow if you like. Has lots of pics and drawings of the diffs