Ok a bit of an update.
Firstly the oil cooler although had same milky yougart looking stuff as the radiator did, it doesn't seem to bad, but will still most likely replace the oil element anyway.
but after disconnecting the LPG heater unit, and looped back well water just started to bubble out...
Disconnect front sway bar permantly? Or just when 4WDriving?
If removed permantly how will that effect general driving, guess there would be a lot more sway (body roll) I take it
So should I get 4 inch springs and remove the spaces?
would that help?
also I do understand crawling, what is...
I'm new to this suspension stuff, and whilst reading I'm just getting more confused. so a few questions.
Firstly my current setup. here is what I know
I have a 4 inch (100mm) lift
Springs and dampers to suit
Springs 50mm raised and fitted with 50mm spacer between spring and chassis
Front axle...
Ok, I've just read an article regarding a 4WD (don't remember what make) on using 2 transfer cases.
4WD was running oversize tyres 33' or 35' tyres
1st transfer case was running stock gears
2nd transfer case was running rock crawling gears
He could use them indepedantly at two different ratios...
I bought mine in OZ with LPG already, I wouldn't have bought one unless it had one due to the fuel costs here.
It costs about $3000 over here to have one installed and you have to be licensed to install it and work on them.
Quick question, is it most likely just the gaskets that will oil allow to go into the water system, or could there be some metal damage that could be replaced in this area?
Not looking like the HG as done CO2 test and has come back clean, mechanic this is the first place to look at, with silcon...
Hi all, just caught up on this thread,
Thought I would post this link
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/492206-reversing-camera-monitor-setups-locations.html
this is my link in the 80 section, as at first I was asking best location and setup within and for an 80 series.
However you...
Other forums allow it, but I just wanted to add to it, not completely change it.
IE blown head gasket suspect, wanted to add CO2 test down come back OK or something like that
Hi all,
Just wondering if the title can be changed to something different.
Well In this case, just wanted to update the title with a few extra words so anyone looking can see an updated review on whats happening.
Jas
Blown Head Gasket Suspect! Update!
Ok just to let everyone know, I've had the CO2 test done on the radiator and so far so good, it didn't change colour it stayed blue.
The mechanic said it could still be the in the head where the oil port and cooling port are close, but nothing from combustion...
Further more, based on a receipt I have (trying to confirm that it was done on my 80) 2 years to almost the date a reco head has been put into the car.
Now what is the likely hood that a motor with that recent head work done would have another HG blow?
Now I read in another thread that even a...
Thamks, that HG leak detector looks good, hope I can get one in Australia.
Second test "Old Fashion way" link doesn't work for me
So not sure how that test is done, if you have a better link, would much appreciate it.
just looked at my car, and appears to be a fair bit of oil on top side of...
So it is possible that, as I don't seem to have water in the sump as yet.
And the car still has plenty of grunt and go, Not that I have tested this this round.
It could be contaminated where oil is cooled by water on the side of the engine block? and if gets worse, will most likely get water...
Thanks for the info.
So your saying it may not be a head gasket at all, it could be this section on the bottom of the motor, what from the transmission?????
ie the link you gave me?
It's a manual is that any different?
So let me get this right, It could be transmission oil contamient into the...
Hi all,
Just would like to introduce myself, My name is Jason Liddell (would like to change my username to liddell if possible), I bought this 80 series a few months ago for $12,000 Aussie dollars, 4 inch lift, 33' tyres, and a whole bunch of other accerories.
Compared to other 80 series out...
wow that's a nice rig, love the slee rear bar (if that's what it is?) would love to add that to mine, though not sure you can get them in Oz.
I think if I get the op, I would buy an LX450 or sahara model, I certainly like the extra features.
Of course if its standard, I'll just move everything...
I don't think so, but it's still so new I will try to pay better attention mostly cause I haven't used much at night. I do find it not worth using whilst driving at night, to much glare from lights coming up behind you plus the monitor just so bright when it happens, better to use as a mirror at...
As much as it sounds good, I don't think the transport costs to Australia would be wise....although if it isn't to dear, I certainly would consider it
bedliner black would've been fine.
Looks much better with Toyota Nameplate