Outer Limits 4x4 Board

I've got access to a hydraulic bearing press and all the drift sizes for common bearings you could possibly imagine.

Probably even got the bearings if they are a common size.

Press is located in Northgate area. if you need a hand just let me know.

Stu

Just has a quick look in my F75 manual and found the wiring for that fuse. I will assume the F78 is the same.
(page BE-7)

The 7.5 amp Gauge fuse supplies:
4wd lamp
oil pressure lamp
.parking brake lamp
.fuel drain lamp
.glow plug lamp
.seat belt lamp
.brake fail lamp
.temp gauge and sender via ...

(if anyone needs parts in Brisbane i work in a Lexus/Toyota dealership so can get cheaper than normal daihatsu bits) :P

thanks!!

Ohh, I'll be keeping that in mind. Cheap parts, cheap parts in Brisbane !!

I'm guessing you got a Feroza and not a diesel Rocky?
I can help you with most things for a ...

Now a clear power increase around 2000 rpm, more responsive - tempting for stoplight dragging ;)


Good to see you are fixing things.
It's a diesel so don't expect to beat anyone at the lights. Even them lowly Ferozas can probably beat you!

However with the intercooler and turbo it will just ...

Check the small vacuum pipe that goes from the top of the injector pump to the turbo charger. It is a small metal pipe with flexible rubber hoses at either end.

Mine had a small crack in the rubber and it made a big difference to the power. Once I found the problem and fixed it, it was just like I ...

Hmmm,
Good suggestion using a prox sensor.
I got heaps of them at work so when the time comes I'll grab one and use it.

Stu

I've often thought about fitting a cruise control.
You could be the first in the world to fit one to a Rocky!

When we eventually sell my wifes car I was going to remove the cruise control from it and fit it to my Rocky.

It's the same brand as the one you're considering. I installed it many years ...

I had a look through the book and I can't tell if there is any behind the flywheel.
I've got a picture of the back of my motor and it clearly shows 2 large welsh plugs at the rear, both located above the gearbox. I presume they are both welsh plugs. I can send you a pic if that's any help.

Stu

Is it true the government is going to make it compulsory for all new 4wd sold North of Mackay to have snorkels fitted?

That way they can commandeer them during times of floods instead of having to use boats.

And in 2009 they are going to turn all of Cairns into a protected marine park. Great for ...

I could give you a hand.
Haven't done one but have done lots of mods to the Rocky.

Stu
Newmarket

Checked me notes and I used a 1/2 inch whitworth socket to get the bolt out.
The thread direction is normal - ie anticlockwise to unscrew it.

Good luck.
Stu

I think the FAQs are the way to go, maybe if they were laid out better.

After looking at the FAQs a lot of topics refer to both Rockys and Feroza so it would be difficult to separate all of them.

Maybe people just have to do a bit more looking at the FAQ before posting.

Stu

Are you sure the clutch is disengaging fully?
How much pedal distance from when the clutch engages to the end of pedal travel?

I had similar problems when my clutch was on its last legs

If you got the service manual go to page EM-74.
The pipe goes to the VSV valve to limit the boost in 1st gear.

Mine is a factory turbo setup and the pipework seems slightly different to yours.

My boost gauge is connected with a t piece in the By-pass valve line, which is that round thing up next ...

Can't help you with a DL-51 but I got all the info on a DL-52 cos I did one 2 weeks ago. If the 51 uses a timing belt instead of a chain they wouldn't be too different.

Did you know the DL-52 tensioner uses long life bearings (4 times the life of a usual roller bearing) and the idler roller uses ...

I'll look forward to seeing this beast when I come down to Melbourne in January. You better have it going by then or else.

Stu

Just for us diesel Rocky owners future reference -

Where did you get the seal kit from and how much was it ?

Thanks
Stu

No, not taking the Rocky to Melbourne this time. Taking my Skyline station wagon.

But about 3 years ago I was working in Melbourne for 12 weeks so I drove the Rocky down there and back again. Only problem I had was blowing a second hand tyre on the rear whilst doing 100 kph. Lets just say after ...

MightyMouse,
Yep I'll be in touch closer to the date and we can have a drink. I'd forgotten about the solenoid.
Got plenty of room for a diff or other things in the back of the car.

Finally after 20 years the kids are old enough to look after themselves for a few weeks while me the the wife go off ...

Well I live in Brisbane and will be driving my station wagon down to Melbourne in early January next year (going to see the Aust open tennis).
I'll be staying near the MCG then at Frankston.

So if you want me to take something down to Melbourne for you let me know.

Stu

You can get one on good old Ebay for $125.
Just do a search on Daihatsu Rocky.

Stu
Presently with Rocky motor and gearbox removed from vehicle and sitting in the middle of the garage floor. New clutch, HD pressure plate, timing belt, tensioner, front oil seal being replaced when the parts arrive ...

I got a Dayco timing belt today from my local bearing shop. Luckily I got a trade account with them so for the Dayco belt it cost me $61.00.

Toyota want $384 for the complete kit including the timing belt and 2 idler rollers. I don't know if just the bearings are replaceable in these idler rollers ...

Thanks,
I'll give them a call.
Stu

Well I've almost got 200,000k on the Rocky and it's due to have the timing belt replaced. Hard to believe I bought it 10 years ago, only seems like yesterday. That works out to 10,000k per year - I told you I only drive it on Sundays!

Are there any aftermarket brands available for the timing belt ...

Yea, I was gunna say all that, but it would have taken me 2 pages and a lot of thinking. I can't even think of any smart comments to make, Damm!!!

Tabrocky - Do you know if these timers are sealed or can they be pulled apart? I fix electronic things from time to time, and especially since I've got ...

There's two types of glow plug pre heating systems they use.
Have a look at the rail that connects all the glow plugs together and see if there is a 'resistor ' located between plugs 3 and 4. It looks like an 'S' shape piece of flat metal with 2 black wires attached to it.
Also have a look at the ...

Well if ever you're stuck in Brisbane and need something fixed you know where I live ......

Stu

If it was a diesel Rocky I would take out motor and gearbox as one unit. Not sure with the Feroza.

If you need a hand just send me a PM. I don't have a engine hoist but I do have a block and tackle. In the last 2 years I have done 1 Rocky, 2 commodores and 2 skylines. My cars are all getting to ...

I got me one of them stock standard intercooled turbo diesels and it runs at 13psi boost. What more can I say.

Stu

After I quoted this 13psi figure from memory, I thought I had better just check it again on a long run. It actually runs at 9.5psi so I must have been dreaming up the other figure ...

I had a similar problem after installing an extra in-line fuel filter.
Damm thing would idle fine but as soon as I gave it a bit of throttle it would die.
I bled it a hundred times and called it all sorts of names but that didn't fix it.
Turned out one of the fuel line fittings was not sealing ...