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What probs do i look for in luxes
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2005 4:24 pm
by suzidisco
Looking at buying a lateish model dual cab hilux to replace the disco
It will be mostly touring and moderate offroad 4wding
What problems do i look for and what are the engines like, petrol vs desiel and is the ifs any good and to what height can you raise them.
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2005 10:13 pm
by +dj_hansen+
IFS... no good, max susp lift is bout 2", without going into braket/spacer work..
Newer engines have a bit more stink than the older, id be looking at the 5L-T (3.0l turbo diesel)
front diff is relatively weak as it is a small (7.5") centre...
Id keep the disco... or trade it in for a TD5 disco/TD 80 series
Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2005 6:24 pm
by TOPLUX
i drive a hilux (97), its good all over except for the IFS and lack of power engine wise, 2.4 petrol!
the new 4lt v6 might be worth a go, but lifting them isn't worth it due to the IFS
Posted: Fri Dec 16, 2005 4:31 pm
by Yumsylux
What are you doing defecting to Toyota? I'm a hilux driver myself. I love the lux but only cause I can't afford a TD5 defender. and cause I've wanted a lux since i was 17. You're taking a step backwards if you went a lux for touring.