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Wild_South

Hi guys, I am just holidng myself together as I am fuming. I have tried 2 "reputable 4wd mechanics" to install my Auber gauges. Both have told me it will be done in "x" amount of time and for "x" amount of dollars, and then I call up asking if I can pick up (as it shoul...

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derk wrote:they should be sweet but for piece of mind did you cycle the lifted suspension to make sure any of the brake hoses aren't being pulled tight

Hey Derk, yep sure did! Cheers for the heads up though mate

Wild_South

. NEARLY THERE! It has been a good three months now since I have owned my 1997 Toyota Surf. I have managed to transform her almost "To the T", of what I want in a truck. These characteristics from the start were: a reliable daily driver (i.e. Not a big brut that was laborious to drive arou...

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. TRANSFORMATION INTO AN ADVENTURE RIG RADIATOR INSTALLED After fitting the suspension kit last week which has raised the truck about 50mm, next on the list was getting the new Radiator fitted. This was bought from the team at Silverdale Radiators in Auckland and was on my doorstep just one day afte...

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. SHE'S BEEN LIFTED Yesterday I managed to get the truck lifted with the supposed 50mm (2") lifted suspension kit I bought. After fitting it, the measurements from before and after actually indicate that it's more of a 60mm (2.36") lift - however I assume after a week or more driving it wi...

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. UPDATE #2: THE WALLET IS EMPTYING... Since taking ownership of the truck about five days ago, I must say I am very impressed. It is just so clean and tidy, both cosmetically and mechanically. With my old car finally sold I now have a bit more disposable income to "invest" in my wagon, in...

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. Wild_South's Toyota Surf KZN185 Adventure Rig Build Hi all, welcome to my build thread! I have been lucky enough to own a few modified trucks in the past, but they have all been bought with some bits and pieces on them: some good, some bad. Therefore, I decided it was time to build what I wanted f...

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MSTA57 wrote:Now that is a nice looking ride.
How's it coming along?

Thanks mate. Had a great summer in it - update to come plus a few mods with pics etc.

Cheers

Wild_South

bob_or_jim wrote:Has this thing been on dirty south for sale?

Hey mate, yes had it up there briefly to see if anyone was interested. Was offered some seriously good money but it's just such a great truck I think it'd be too hard to part with it.

Wild_South

Hi all, I am after a Landy nut in Auckland who could kindly have a look over a Discovery for me prior to Thursday (I know, sorry for the short notice :( ). I am based in Christchurch so unfortunately can't make it up with work etc. I am willing to pay somebody some decent $$$ to do it! I know it's a...

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Yeah I was interested in that one, but like you say it's know exactly a Defender. He seems to not be too keen for me to get it inspected which seems odd immediately. Probably ridden with rust and all sorts

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Hi all, I am interested in what EGT's you are getting with your 1KZ's? I have a 1996 KZN185 with a 2.5 straight through exhaust pushing 33's, plus a roof cage/lightbar/awning etc. On a normal day (ie: just me in the truck and no gear), my EGT's are as follows. NOTE: My temp sensor is PRE-TURBO and d...

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Hi all,

A friend of mine is currently after a Land Rover Defender 110 or 90 (not overly fussy). He has a budget of around 20-25k (but anything below that obviously considered!), and is happy to travel anywhere in NZ to purchase.

PM me if you have, or know of one, for sale

Thanks

Wild_South

Cheers guys!

Anyone know a rough cost of a full for wall replacement?

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If you are up to it there's a 110 on TM now that requires welding repairs to firewall or replacement. I would suspect any vehicle in mid 90's at that price will require some work, so yes your budget will be a little unrealistic if you are not prepared to spend additional funds for accessories or re...

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Thanks mate. I was certainly leaning for a diesel. Thanks, I'll keep an eye/ear out

Wild_South

Hi guys,

I am in the market for a Defender (not overly fussy whether it's a 110 or 90), however I have a limited budget of up to about 16k. Is this a realistic price to pick up a tidy mid 1990's one for? Or am I being entirely unrealistic?

Cheers

Wild_South

Just been on the phone to Ilam Toyota here in Christchurch to get an idea of prices. My plan is the following: - New 76 Deg Thermostat and gasket ($29.90 + $13.90 = $43.80 ) - New Silverdale Prado KZJ95 Radiator with 34mm Core ($330 shipped) - New Silicone tube to re-silicone the hub ($20) - New Gen...

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nzhunter wrote:Hey mate,

I just put a MCC bar on my kzn185, looks wicked and of good build quality. You probably won't find a second hand one, I looked for about 6 months then just bit the bullet and got a MCC one, stoked I did in the end.

Yeah, I might do likewise.

Cheers fellas

Wild_South

Thanks for all the input guys - much appreciated!

In terms of the Prado radiator, @floatingkiwi, does that just slot in where the factory radiator sits in the 185's? Are the factory thermostats in the 195's 82 deg ones?

Cheers!

Wild_South

Hi all,

I am after a TJM, ARB or MCC front bar to fit on my 1996 KZN185 Surf. I am in Christchurch but happy to buy from elsewhere for the right price.

Thanks
Scott

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Hi all, I am looking at doing a bit of preventative maintenance on my truck and have decided to get a decent new radiator, and potentially a external trans cooler and a new thermostat. I have done a alot of searching of old threads etc, so please don't cucify me here as I am wondering if there is an...

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derk wrote:what's your budget?

Hi Derk, have a maximum of 10k to spend (for a modified one!). But ideally the cheaper the better as always!

Wild_South

you'll proabably just make another g*y thread about your newest wagon and how awesome it is, but then sell it in a few months because you changed your mind again, so sure ill have a look at it for ya, box of heinekens be great Thanks for your input Mumbls - very intelligent and valuable comment. Be...

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Hi all, I am looking at purchasing a 200TDi Disco here in Christchurch, however having never owned a Land Rover before I am the first to admit that my technical and mechanical knowledge of them almost nil. Therefore, I am wondering if anybody is able to have a look at the truck for me? I can bring i...

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Still in the market for one guys! Hunting actively for one now. In general, are the 200TDi's slightly more reliable than the 300TDi's because of less electrics etc? I have been offered this, and was wondering what you guys think it's market value is? Discovery 200TDi 3dr - Manual 200ks - 33' Maxxis ...

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Hi all,

I am in the market or a Land Rover Discovery TDi - preferably modified but will consider a stock one. I am in Chch but would consider purchasing from around NZ for the right truck

Cheers!

Wild_South

Can anybody recommend a good radiator to put in? Silverdale? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/toyota/engines/auction-767446414.htm Also a transcooler. I think I'll go for this - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/chevrolet/gear-boxes/auction-767494396.htm Soun...

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So a few more cheeky decals arrived today from Ebay, and I went for a bit of a play with the truck - hence why there is a temporary shovel holder on the rear tyre haha I am planning the following over the next couple of weeks, and will need some help from some more "mechanically minded" pe...

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philux wrote:think i saw you the other day out by the airport round abouts. Is this the same truck that was for sale down Marshlands road. It looked real nice!!!

Hey mate, yep that would have been me! And yes, I believe it was down Marshlands Road for sale at some point

Cheers!

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