Outer Limits 4x4 Board

hey guys

just picked up a 1990 hilux from a friend who i used to 4b with a bit when i had my blue rangie. his truck was a beast and when i heard he was letting her go i had to get her as i have been in withdrawls from real 4bing for a while.

this is what shes got

• 2.8 diesel with extractors and 3 inch exhaust
  locked f+r ARB
  dual transfers
  32 inch BFG muddies near new
  custom rear tray
  snorkel
  battle scars

he also told me there is another hilux i can get a drop box from for the front and long travel rear suspension. he also has some 36 inch simex for it also for a good price

the car was taken off the road due to defects in Qld but i am looking to see what it needs for NSW. otherwise she will be turned into a truggy for play and some comps.

as i was a rover man and still am ive always liked the hilux as there a tough rig but this means i dont know the pros and cons which im sure to find out soon.

i would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions for this truck and i will keep pics coming

had a play today with it

ripped of gay bar if anyone wants it let me know

ripped out the seats and gave it a good scrub. brother inlaw bought a sweet chopped cruiser and is donating the seats to me. he also has a set of 35 MTZ but im thinking the simex 36 would be better.

other then that went and flexed it up a bit to see what she could do and will post pics soon but it was good.

the only other things that need a look at are
body vibrates a bit when in idle
no carpet or insulation in doors but as thinking of getting some rubber matting
needs a paint job
service all oils
if i get the 36 tyres i will sell the 32 muddies on it now
start bending up and welding exo cage

pics coming it is happening also any suggestions im all ears

Sounds like fun !

Do ya reckon it has enough power with the stock diesel ? I know last time i drove one it nearly turned and ran the other way at the sight of a hill

not sure this is my first diesel however i do have a rover V8 in the garage if it doesnt want to play the game just gotta figure how to mount it

heres some more pics of it now. not much just got rid of the bar and tidyed up a bit.

been doing some research and there some good info here.

things i want now are
- track bar for the back bot sure if i should make it or buy one
- updated CVs or i have a dana 44 with a locker i could chuck in or sell for cvs
- exo roll cage
- and i have a the choice of 36 simex ET or 35 MTZ and im not sure which one i like the simex as its more comp but i cant decide
- paint job missus wants to paint it hot pink but not to keen i was thinking canary yellow or something

it should be pretty capable and a fun truck for comps and to share with friends.

pic time


IMG_0449 by dan keski, on Flickr


IMG_0450 by dan keski, on Flickr


IMG_0451 by dan keski, on Flickr


IMG_0452 by dan keski, on Flickr

looks like a good project mate what size tires are on it in the pics?

witchetty grub 4x4 wrote:looks like a good project mate what size tires are on it in the pics?

they are 32s but i have a set of 36s for it also. i just want to get it out to play but need to truck or trailer it places.