Search found 349 matches

by MihiT
Sun Aug 07, 2022 2:09 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Lost Left headlamp, short to ground. GQ/Y60
Replies: 1
Views: 1493

Re: Lost Left headlamp, short to ground. GQ/Y60

Yeah well. Didn't find the short. But ran new wiring.
by MihiT
Sun Jul 31, 2022 7:15 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Lost Left headlamp, short to ground. GQ/Y60
Replies: 1
Views: 1493

Lost Left headlamp, short to ground. GQ/Y60

As title...does anyone know if there's a common failure point on this wiring?

The haynes shows that the RH is directly earthed, but the LH is earthed through a "dip/dim module"... any clues where I might find that?
by MihiT
Mon Jul 25, 2022 1:31 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Project PAJ (Kermit)
Replies: 41
Views: 13563

Re: Project PAJ (Kermit)

Ah, correction to my initial post. It is the turbo engine. Was reading about the harmonic balance delete. What is the real benefit? From what I have read, just removing the balance belt, would: a) possibly increase engine vibration but b) reduce resistance for the motor That's pretty much the gist ...
by MihiT
Sun Jul 24, 2022 6:58 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Project PAJ (Kermit)
Replies: 41
Views: 13563

Re: Project PAJ (Kermit)

Looks pretty tidy. Those engines benefit from deleting harmonic balance shaft, EGR, and adding turbo!
by MihiT
Tue May 03, 2022 2:22 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: WTB Hilux panels
Replies: 0
Views: 6857

WTB Hilux panels

1999 LN167

Drivers door and front guard. Mint would be good but minor repair OK.
Wanted around whangarei, can travel within reason or pay shipping.
by MihiT
Tue May 03, 2022 6:56 am
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: WTB: GU rolling body for resto. And/or MK/MQ
Replies: 0
Views: 10246

WTB: GU rolling body for resto. And/or MK/MQ

Ideally diesel rego on the GU. SD33T on the MK.
Just if anyone has one spare...
by MihiT
Tue May 03, 2022 6:53 am
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: TD42 Clutch job
Replies: 0
Views: 9072

TD42 Clutch job

Placeholder Thread for a writeup. Basically, got the donk out and swapped the 32 year old OEM clutch (riding rivets :shock: ) for a nicely paddled and very bitey 4-terrain. But have since lost tail and cluster lights, and wipers. So into the column and relays today to hunt the evil electrical gremli...
by MihiT
Tue May 03, 2022 6:49 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: What so the 2 temperature senders attached to the radiator do?
Replies: 1
Views: 1722

Re: What so the 2 temperature senders attached to the radiator do?

Couldn't tell ya, I have no such senders on the TD42.
I'll have a nose through the manual and see if it mentions.

Presumably one tells hot and one tells cold, could be for intercooler/turbo/EGT sensor, or the lower one a water level alarm or...?
No loose wires/plugs there that look like they fit?
by MihiT
Tue May 03, 2022 6:43 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: My 80 matey restore
Replies: 36
Views: 13557

Re: My 80 matey restore

Nice Job man. Shame it was wasted on a toyota :P

I've got a nissan that needs that kind of love...you're inspiring!
by MihiT
Wed Nov 11, 2020 7:18 pm
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...
Replies: 5
Views: 3099

Re: Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...

Just a massive thanks to BlakeNZ. Took the time to go and have a look and wouldn't even accept a box of beers for the effort. Top bloke.
by MihiT
Wed Nov 11, 2020 7:16 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: what type of 2 post hoist to get???
Replies: 2
Views: 2358

Re: what type of 2 post hoist to get???

Deciding on a 2 Post hoist. Jeez wish I had your problems :D A pit/ramp pit will be a whole lot cheaper and easier and may even fit where you are. You'll need a good foundation for a hoist. I wouldn't expect you could bolt it to the average garage floor. Second hand 3ph gear I would generally expect...
by MihiT
Sat Nov 07, 2020 8:31 am
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...
Replies: 5
Views: 3099

Re: Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...

hey that's close to me, can check it out. Might take a patrol mate with me, who knows these rigs. The description sounds pretty honest, and obviously hasn't put you off, so what exactly do you want checked? Test drive, motor, cooling system, suspension? I doubt it is totally flogged out , given pre...
by MihiT
Fri Nov 06, 2020 6:14 am
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...
Replies: 5
Views: 3099

Palmy Northians?: '88 Saf on TM...

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars ... 2847508134

Anyone here close?
Price is a bit above the odds, but vehicle is basically what I'm looking for. Would have to fly down and drive back, so wouldn't mind if someone could give it the once over before I do...
by MihiT
Sat Sep 05, 2020 10:34 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: which Terrano to buy
Replies: 3
Views: 2800

Re: which Terrano to buy

ZD is a nono.
QD not bad. More of a car engine than proper 4x one.
Pretty hard to go past the old TDs.
by MihiT
Sat Sep 05, 2020 10:33 am
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Problem with Redarc Battery Isolator / Secondary Battery
Replies: 3
Views: 2142

Re: Problem with Redarc Battery Isolator / Secondary Battery

12.7 is low and may be drawing down too much current, causing voltage drop tripping out the cutoff.
Primary side should be 14.4 when running.
by MihiT
Mon Jul 27, 2020 4:50 pm
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: on behalf. 90s Long Chassis Utes.
Replies: 0
Views: 7597

on behalf. 90s Long Chassis Utes.

Hilux or L200, maybe Narvas or Mazda Bs
Ideally tray will accomodate full sheets of ply/GIB but we can frame up a wellside.
Rough OK within reason, WOF/Reg required.
by MihiT
Thu Jul 23, 2020 6:06 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm
Replies: 5
Views: 3207

Re: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm

FWIW I run a K&N washable/oiled filter in mine. Spend a lot of time on gravel, and manage to pick up all kinds of road grime sludgy crap as well. When performance (such as it is :P ) drops off I generally give it oil and filters.
by MihiT
Thu Jul 23, 2020 6:03 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm
Replies: 5
Views: 3207

Re: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm

What's the IP? Once this gets too technical I need to seek professional help but it's worth trying a few obvious things first :D Injector pump. Is one banjo bolt on the fuel feed into it, spring and mesh filter underneath. Easy enough to get to. Need fairly fine hook/pick to pull the screen out. Si...
by MihiT
Sun Jul 19, 2020 9:41 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm
Replies: 5
Views: 3207

Re: TD42 missing at 1800 rpm

If it's auto, I blame the box.

If not. How many KM since: Air cleaner? Injectors?
Check rubber lines/connections for vacuum leaks
There's also a secondary gauze filter atop the IP. Remove and clean.
by MihiT
Sat Jun 27, 2020 9:08 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Towing with auto 80
Replies: 3
Views: 2678

Re: Towing with auto 80

One of the many reasons I avoid Autos.

Definitely keep it in lower gear. And If you can fit a trans-cooler, that's even better.
by MihiT
Tue Mar 05, 2019 2:28 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: WTB: Saf front
Replies: 0
Views: 4122

WTB: Saf front

Y60. Based 40km North of Whangarei but will obviously pay shipping.

Grille and clips, L+R corner lights, LH quarter guard.

Any one with parts? or I'll just go trademe, or lube up and go see Dave :shock: :lol:
by MihiT
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:03 am
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: loud crack from front hub area
Replies: 6
Views: 4159

Re: loud crack from front hub area

Screwdrivers, hex wrenches, circlip pliers.
Kero/petrol wash and grease to re-lube.
by MihiT
Sat Feb 23, 2019 2:48 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: loud crack from front hub area
Replies: 6
Views: 4159

Re: loud crack from front hub area

Yup sounds like sticking hub. In the olden times you would have to reverse off them. 93 shouldn't be an issue though. Tearing them down isn't hard and if they haven't been done since 93, probably overdue.
by MihiT
Sat Feb 23, 2019 2:45 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: how do people turn off and on a digital speedo
Replies: 19
Views: 26368

Re: how do people turn off and on a digital speedo

My wagon isn't fast enough to need a speedo :/
by MihiT
Sat Feb 23, 2019 2:44 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: THUMP felt on acceleration
Replies: 5
Views: 4304

Re: THUMP felt on acceleration

I know you discount backlash, but check it. Jack the back, 4th gear, have your apprentice turn it forward, then back. Look for slop in the uni's, loose hangers, if it's in diff then it'll have to be felt through the hub.
by MihiT
Sun Nov 11, 2018 12:49 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Leaking GQ diesel pump
Replies: 19
Views: 10237

Re: Leaking GQ diesel pump

Sounds like time to start adding 2T to your fill ups - will keep the seals lubed and swollen. I also run Lucas upper cylinder cleaner/lube every few tanks.
by MihiT
Fri Aug 31, 2018 9:39 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: running wires through firewall safari
Replies: 4
Views: 3892

Re: running wires through firewall safari

The above is good advice, except they tend to rust on seams, not so easy to drill! There is a drain/bung/breather behind carpet on passenger side footwell (also exhaust manifold side) which you can poke wires through if you're precious about drilling. I can't remember if you have to remove the heate...
by MihiT
Thu Aug 16, 2018 7:54 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: Cromoly tube
Replies: 4
Views: 3175

Re: Cromoly tube

Why chromoly? Which chromoly? Would stainless work? What's the application? a 12ga pistol? are any of the given dimensions optional, ie are you just matching existing, or could it have thinner wall? Does it need to be seamless? A bit pedantic, but specifics never hurt... 4140 is prety common in engi...
by MihiT
Mon Jul 02, 2018 9:48 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: WTB rag-top setup for Series 3 landy
Replies: 0
Views: 1932

WTB rag-top setup for Series 3 landy

As title. Anyone got anything can email or pm or reply here. Cheers.
by MihiT
Sat Jun 09, 2018 10:38 am
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Need to get thread tapping done (18mm x 1.5 LH) - Auckland
Replies: 4
Views: 3209

Re: Need to get thread tapping done (18mm x 1.5 LH) - Auckland

cheers guys. Have access to a lathe but not skilled up enough on it so don't want to make up such critical parts. Besides wouldn't you need a very specific cutting tool to give the right pitch etc (cutting internal thread, FWIW)? Might cost more than thread taps? . Bits can be ground easily enough ...

Go to advanced search