Builds 94 KZJ78 Prado Build (2 Viewers)

[kgrove]

Ah I will explore the tube route. I rather not permanently cut into anything if I don't have to. I'll still need to have hole for the EGT probe somewhere though...



That looks very tidy The 33s definitely fills up the well nicely. My only concern is the performance (or lack of) going up to 33s, and given the stock is wheel is only 15x7, many tyre options for 32s or 33s do not recommend fitting below 8 or 8.5. I take it you have no issues fitting on OEM? What about when airing down?

Removing the egr pipe was a bear, but the best part about removing it is the blank is an outstanding spot for the EGT probe. Where I wish I had done mine was the exhaust manifold, but it's not easy either... Especially if you want to go the extra mile and remove the manifold so you don't put metal shavings through the turbo vanes (I've heard arguments for and against tapping the exhaust manifold in place, so I'd suggest researching before you form your own conclusion). If you do tap the manifold, you'd also have to create a hole in the heat shield for the probe to go through. This would be the most elegant solution, but was above my skill level.

The 12.5 wide BFGs fit on the 15x7 OEM wheels, so I imagine the 10.5 wide would as well unless BFG has changed their specs in the last 5+ years. I can't answer the airing down question. I never air down... The off-roading I do is just graded dirt roads that will get slick or sloppy from rain, but are never bad enough to air down. In all honesty, I could take a Honda Civic to most of the spots I go off-roading to reach. I just wouldn't look as cool. And a Honda Civic filled with mud and stinky fishing gear is more of a problem than a LC. But mostly they're not as cool.

 

[chap79]

I second @kgrove. Removing the EGR is a PITA. I did mine while replacing the head on the motor. IIRC, I ended up removing the studs out of the head to be able to get the pipe out. I also used blocking plates, rerouted the vacuum lines and kept the VSV. EGT probe in the backing plate as I didn’t want to drill the cast exhaust manifold.

 

[WTK KZJ78]

Carried out a full service last week and had all new fluids including diff oils & filters replaced. PO had also put in a new alternator right before sale so car is running smooth. We popped off the intake manifold to inspect for any build up given its age but turns out it was very clean (I was hoping for it to be bad so I could do a before & after shot, lol) - it was either previously cleaned or it hasn't built up as much as I was anticipating, so all in all good news and given so I may just put this EGR delete on the backburner, and instead just look to put in a ProVent catch can - I've used them on previous diesel cars and always seen results.

I also asked about the 10-blade fan and mechanic mentioned these radiators are large/thick and doubts they will have any heating issues. Also said going up to the 10-blade will increase fan noise so need to weigh up whether it is necessary or not...I'll revisit this one when summer comes around.

After the service the car was brought over to the pits for the inspection and it passed - so it's now finally registered

For the inspection we removed the 50mm wheel spacers, as well as these front sway bar extension brackets (mech said they could also be illegal?). I can't notice any difference when driving after it was removed - are these required with a 2" lift? Mech doesn't seem to think so...