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by Mikey
Sat Jun 28, 2008 12:21 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: my new 4wd.... kinda
Replies: 8
Views: 979

Re: my new 4wd.... kinda

Nice fourwheeler - looks like it will go bloody well offroad. I have a couple of Honda quads and I am interested in using them a bit more offroad instead of just on the farm as the price of fuel is starting to diminish my enthusiasm for using the truck on trips. I'm quite interested in the lockers -...
by Mikey
Mon Dec 17, 2007 7:46 am
Forum: 4WD's Forsale / Wanted
Topic: 1992 Toyota Landcruiser For Sale
Replies: 13
Views: 2498

oldblue wrote:What is a "cross lock"


I imagine he's referring to cross axle diff locks :)
by Mikey
Tue Nov 27, 2007 6:19 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Canterbury 4x4 Safari
Replies: 31
Views: 3554

This one sounds mint i might have to go.. What do they mean high clearance vehicles though? My 70 isnt lifted but its on 33s... For fundraisers like this, the term "high clearance vehicle" is usually used to distinguish between 'soft roaders' and proper full sized 4wds. Your Cruiser will be fine :)
by Mikey
Tue Nov 27, 2007 4:59 pm
Forum: Having problems?
Topic: mike what is this
Replies: 10
Views: 1635

I was just about to ask the same thing :?:
by Mikey
Mon Nov 26, 2007 6:50 pm
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: Hi all !
Replies: 7
Views: 1209

How are you guys? - it's Mike from the club here. Hows that new Cruiser going?
by Mikey
Tue Nov 06, 2007 4:30 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 3-4 november
Replies: 72
Views: 6559

Have you done a bit offroading in the states NJV6? - would be keen to hear your experiences as I'm heading over to the US at some stage next year and I'm extremely keen to do a bit of offroading while I'm there.

Cheers
Mike
by Mikey
Mon Nov 05, 2007 11:41 am
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: GQ V8
Replies: 14
Views: 1240

I will second Steve on the Pics :) - sounds very cool.

Also welcome to the forum.

Mike
by Mikey
Thu Nov 01, 2007 7:10 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1377

For the money do you think a 3.0L turbo Navara would be a better bet considering it will be used as a farm truck and mainly, as well as the odd 4wd trip. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/auction-105484136.htm?key=640100 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/auction...
by Mikey
Thu Nov 01, 2007 6:04 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1377

Now you mention it I'm not sure - but I think the one we had at a place I used to work was a NZ new 2001 and pretty sure that was a 3 litre turbo... If its just the 5L motor then its still going to be nice, but probably not worth the $$$ Steve Yeah it is still a little pricey - after doing a bit of...
by Mikey
Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:57 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1377

ah, cheers NJV6 - just pipped me. I didn't think it would have been turbo.

Cheers
by Mikey
Thu Nov 01, 2007 5:54 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1377

They are nice to drive and go really well with the 1KZ 3 litre turbo-diesel in them. It will be IFS tho... Still - with $24k for the truck and $5k for the SAS it's got to be a really good truck for under $30k :) Steve Cheers Steve - I cant help but imagine a Solid Axel in it either :) - but are you...
by Mikey
Thu Nov 01, 2007 4:16 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?
Replies: 10
Views: 1377

2001 Toyota Hilux Single Cab - Thoughts?

Hows it going guys? - Just after your thoughts on the 2001 Toyota Hilux as the old man is looking at buying this: http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/90/52112890_full.jpg http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Toyota/auction-123451671/k-134103.htm To me it looks like a nice tidy truck and...
by Mikey
Sun Oct 28, 2007 3:19 pm
Forum: Trip Reports, Trail Reviews, Reports and Information
Topic: Taupo 1000 on TV3 now
Replies: 27
Views: 3152

kaney wrote:good excuse for study break :D


Know how you feel :D - There is historic aussie muscle car racing on Channel 1 so I'm torn!
by Mikey
Fri Oct 19, 2007 8:44 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: petefj40 is going soft
Replies: 63
Views: 7042

I now have a spare FJ40 for parts. Pick it up later today. :bounce: NO No NO :shock: You can't wreck it! :shock: ! Its waaaaaaaaaay to tidy.... When you need new bits for yours get fiberglass guards etc.... I second this - do not wreck it! - it way to tidy for such an undignified death :( - Start a...
by Mikey
Fri Oct 19, 2007 9:48 am
Forum: 4wd Safety
Topic: Man drowned crossing river in 4WD
Replies: 2
Views: 1326

Man drowned crossing river in 4WD

Just came across an article about an elderly man that drowned attempting to cross the Orari river in his 4wd - http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10470844&ref=rss No doubt the Canterbury guys will know more about this than I do but just thought I would post it up a...
by Mikey
Thu Oct 18, 2007 9:11 pm
Forum: Diesel Engines and Modifications
Topic: TD27 leaking diesel
Replies: 7
Views: 2467

Once again, thanks Guys. THe wealth of knowledge and expirence on this site never fails to impress :D meatc, Its good to hear it can be done at a reasonable cost because replacing them myself is just a bit past my skills. and smurf182, I was hoping that would be the case;and that just a couple of se...
by Mikey
Thu Oct 18, 2007 8:45 pm
Forum: Diesel Engines and Modifications
Topic: TD27 leaking diesel
Replies: 7
Views: 2467

billyvanboheman wrote:If it's TD27, then yes, it's Zexel VE rotary.

Apparently Milburn's are worth a try for a price.


Cheers, Thanks for the help guys. Just wanted to be sure before I found someone to have a look at it. Will give Milburn's a call tomorrow.
by Mikey
Thu Oct 18, 2007 7:30 pm
Forum: Diesel Engines and Modifications
Topic: TD27 leaking diesel
Replies: 7
Views: 2467

TD27 leaking diesel

Unfortunately my Nissan Mistral has recently developed a diesel leak while running. I thought I may he got away with the lower sulphur diesel because it is a 96, but apparently not. Can anyone confirm whether they have one of the older VE rotary fuel injector pumps that are prone to leaking or wheth...
by Mikey
Thu Oct 18, 2007 2:32 pm
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: Newbie: Hilux owner in Dunedin
Replies: 6
Views: 1003

Hows it going Seth - Sounds like a nice truck you have there. I'm in Dunedin as well, so might have to do a trip sometime. What club did you join?

Cheers
Mike
by Mikey
Wed Oct 17, 2007 3:53 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: blizzard
Replies: 8
Views: 1401

I bought one tonight. I was fanging through Southland with Timotheus, chasing LN106s when we spied it sitting on the side of the road in Edendale. Apparently it'd been there for 2-3 weeks. I'd seen it myself actually, but stopped to test tonight and brought it home. Will post pics tomorrow maybe? 2...
by Mikey
Mon Oct 15, 2007 10:35 am
Forum: Video Clips
Topic: 4x4 trip in back yard
Replies: 50
Views: 5250

Thought i recognised a shot form this clip and its from this previous thread in which BrentC raised similar concerns - http://www.offroadexpress.co.nz/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=7277&highlight=thompsons
by Mikey
Sun Oct 14, 2007 12:18 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: vomitron....
Replies: 135
Views: 15945

Wondered why I never heard back from you about this truck :? - Oh well looks like it will be a fun truck for you, :D Very cool 8)
by Mikey
Tue Sep 25, 2007 9:53 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Yeehaa its a Hillbilly Roadtrip an a hillbilly partee yeehaa
Replies: 105
Views: 8766

hi i have all 3 books can send if u need, if you are going to queenstown ,further south can do Old man range,whitecoomb road,come out at roxburgh up over into serpentine church,old dunstan roads ,lammerlaw ranges and into dunedin cheers tim I would definitely recommend these being part of any south...
by Mikey
Sat Sep 22, 2007 6:56 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: tras cooler for 94 terrano
Replies: 8
Views: 1025

thanks guys. If its got one from factory then I guess all should be sweet as. Cheers JK Sorry my post may have confused you guys. Your Terrano will have a cooler at the bottom of the radiator like mine did but they are not overly effective so an externally mounted one in front of the radiator is re...
by Mikey
Sat Sep 22, 2007 12:24 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: tras cooler for 94 terrano
Replies: 8
Views: 1025

Your truck won't have one and its a highly recommended purchase if you use your truck offroad or tow with. I have just recently fitted one to my Mistral which is exactly the same as your Terrano, same engine and auto etc.

Hope this Helps

Cheers
Mike
by Mikey
Tue Sep 18, 2007 9:48 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Southland Trials or 4x4 events???
Replies: 30
Views: 4104

1nzsafari wrote:was talk of a winch challenge at waitati 14 oct but not 100% if it still on


It is listed on the local club website so I presume its still on.
by Mikey
Sun Sep 09, 2007 3:07 pm
Forum: Feedback
Topic: Spelling??
Replies: 32
Views: 5135

The newest Internet explorer has a built in spell checker. Works well for me.
by Mikey
Sat Sep 08, 2007 9:31 am
Forum: The Bike Bar
Topic: solid axle
Replies: 9
Views: 1424

At the rear or the front? - plenty of ATVs have a solid rear and a independent front. Although a lot are now going fully independent :?
by Mikey
Thu Sep 06, 2007 4:24 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: bruce mason 's artical in hearld
Replies: 76
Views: 10995

As others have already suggested; I would not respond to this twit, as to do so would give him some form of credit. I believe it will die a natural death, but if it doesnt, and he continues to publicise ideas such as these, then it is time to respond.

Cheers
Mike
by Mikey
Fri Aug 31, 2007 1:57 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: September 1st and 2nd
Replies: 74
Views: 8267

Heading up the Godley tomorrow. First time Ive been in there so I'm really looking forward to it. How did go for the guys that headed up there last weekend?

Cheers
Mike

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