Outer Limits 4x4 Board

You sure the noise is coming from the front diff?

Could just be the transfer has not engaged 4WD properly. Fairly common with these transfers when worn (transfer lever linkage bushes, I think). Make sure the lever is firmly into 4H before shifting across to 4L. Easier to ensure proper 4WD ...

Micka wrote:......the decision really is hers..... I really think that it will come down to comfort and/or colour choice.

Bingo!

Why even ask, Micka? We know you'll come home with another bloody Rover! :D

Quick comparison on RedBook shows the two are similarly equipped, with the Prado having the edge with more airbags, 6-stacker, "cooled" glovebox, 8 seats (to carry more mates!), GPS, rack & pinion steering, "hill-holder ...

I have (I believe) an old, somewhat sagged, 2" spring lift in my 60 with standard shackles. No body lift. 35" Centipedes scrub the inside rear wheel arch at full up-travel and the fronts foul on the springs at full lock.

Having said that, I think the rims are probably not the correct offset for a ...

How many k's do you guys have with turbo 2hs?
Chris :)

I have heard (from an engine reconditioner, IIRC) that a 2H is good for 500K stock, but only 300-350K turbo'd.

I had to replace pistons & rings on mine at 330K - according to the mod plate, turbo was fitted about 10 years previously (no idea ...

Clown Boy wrote:and wheel spacers are illegal

As is shaving calipers.....

rowan wrote:everyone raves about goodyear MTRs, but i reckon i'm wasting my time buying them as i never drive mud.

i'm leaning towards the BFG 33x10.5 A/T so i can go for the narrower tyre

MT/Rs aren't great in mud. Good everywhere, else, though. I wish they did them in 33X10.5.

I reckon I've never been able to get much more than 80 litres into my '88 HJ60 tank. I even checked the specs in the handbook, as I was sure it said 90 litres (it does).

I think you can adjust at the slave cylinder (bell housing, driver's side).

But yes, it's probably nearly shagged.

AFAIK, shot peening is performed to relieve stress in metal components - it's also applied around stubborn bolts to assist with removal. There may be other applications I am unaware of.

I can't see it making any difference to how well your engine runs.

It used to be popular to shot-peen at least ...

Bugger!

Apologies for the hijack, brighty.

Hey Ruffy,

I reckon on my 2H, the spring inside the fuel pump opens the rack to the 'overfuel' position if the relay rod is removed. Maybe mine's different (or broken).

I'm not trying to be a smart-arse, but from what I have observed on mine, the test you describe is invalid (or at least any ...

With only mild boost, the 2H will still be a very reliable motor. Add an intercooler and you will add to it's longevity. EGT's kill 'em, but you really only worry about that if you're going for maximum grunt.

Someone once told me a 2H is good for 500K stock, or 300-350K turbo'd - all things being ...

iwanahuma wrote:1. It doesnt rain in Brisbane

Are you locked in a basement somewhere?

Coz it's been pissing down the last coupla days.

Try Terry at Coorparoo Diesel Performance Engineering.

35s will fit with just a 2" suspension lift - just a little scrubbing on the rear at full compression (and on the front at full lock). A little more offset on the rims might just fix the scrubbing. 2" body lift as well would be better (but might not solve the scrubbing - just move where it rubs on ...

Doing rings? Head will have to come off. It can be done in chassis. You will also need to hone the bores as they will be glazed (new rings will not bed in otherwise and you will have to do it all over again).

As far as TDC goes, you should find a TDC mark on the timing cover - when the mark on the ...

I had a mysterious overheating problem, too. Found & fixed several issues to no avail. Became apparent that the rings were stuffed. New pistons, rings, big end bearings, injectors and a hone and no more overheating problem.

I don't know how many Ks are on your patrol, but if they're getting up ...

I checked the exact location of the oil return that is tapped into the sump. Its only about 10mm below the top of sump...so it should be fine. The oil level at the moment is full, so I might just pull the plug off the return and see if oil spills...if there is no spill, well obviously the oil ...

Pretty sure they're not exactly the same.

Reckon at the very least the 12HT pump has a boost compensator, where the 2H pump didn't.

I'm sure one of the diesel or Yota gurus here can list all the differences and advise if there is any degree of interchangeability (yes, just I made that word up).

Awesome weekend!!!

Special thanks to Micka & Harley for letting Manky Dave & I loose with the Rockhammer buggy :armsup: :armsup: :armsup:

Thanks also to everyone involved for making it happen - MMM, ProComp and the land owners in particular. And those who supplied the gear and the skills to weld ...

A 50/50 mix of CT18 & Kero - thins it out enough to use in a spray bottle.

Yup - I've found SMS Diesel Spares at Salisbury to have great prices and are very helpful. Exchange 2H injectors about $395 if I remember rightly. They are suppliers only - no services available.

Just down the road; Rocklea Diesel Injection Service are also very good - they will bench test them for ...

2H was N/A from factory
12HT is factory turbo

Can't help with the QLD mod codes, but I reckon you're right.

I'd say it'd bring about an earlier demise for the ol 2H and be a real slug on the freeway. Steep hills wouldn't be fun at all. Offroad I don't see a problem for you - speeds are lower and most time is spent in lower gears.

I have a turbo'd 2H and find I use an extra 20kPa of boost to maintain 110 ...

bastard wrote:Im there hope no one picks on me just trying to be excepted,

We always make exceptions for you, Bastard!!

them tyres look fully sick on that rockhammer racing buggy... wat are they? size brand etc etc :?: :D

They are free to a good home :armsup:

Found them on the side of the road. Apparenty the guy who bought them doesn't wheel anymore. The rims were free too. There was a white Rangie being parts ...

AnthonyP wrote:Ill be there... SHIRT AND ALL

prob stay up brissy... spend sum time on the deck w00t w00t

Hope you're going to wear more than that....

You know the deck rules - BYO goat?

Sheesha provided

Guys,

Having some intermittent starting problems with the 60. Sometimes (seems to be only when warmed up) when I turn the ignition key to "on", the dash warning lights do not come on. The radio does, and if I hit "start", it will happily crank and fire for a few revs, then die. I've also found ...

Guys,

Having some intermittent starting problems with the 60. Sometimes (seems to be only when warmed up) when I turn the ignition key to "on", the dash warning lights do not come on. The radio does, and if I hit "start", it will happily crank and fire for a few revs, then die. I've also found that ...