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by skidmark
Sun Mar 13, 2016 7:16 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Knock off parts strike again.. didn't want to cough up for genuine wastegates at time of build (should have ) and found both wastegates have slow leak from diaphragm into the exhaust valve,but one seized in the shut position..appears to have a steel bush the plunger moves in. Looking In to genuine r...
by skidmark
Fri Mar 11, 2016 10:37 pm
Forum: Drivetrain / Suspension
Topic: radius arm mods
Replies: 27
Views: 9303

Re: radius arm mods

if you are lucky enough to have some spare funds these are meant to be good. not sure what axels you are using but they have them for a range of axels http://www.superiorengineering.com.au/radius-arm-super-flex-standard-height--performance-series-20005?search=super%20flex&page=2 If its for a st...
by skidmark
Fri Mar 11, 2016 7:37 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Went for a drive out to parents lastnight to test my lights/just go for a drive..a couple small issues, beadlocks definitely need a balance/balance beads something anyway. Found a small oil weep from one of the turbo oil feeds..will have a looksie this weekend.. Also need to sort the boost issues ou...
by skidmark
Fri Mar 11, 2016 6:17 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

We are passed! Now just wait a couple weeks for cert plate to arrive. Stoaked! Bloody awesome.. well done too :) Just a note with the superflex arms.. have they been noted in the cert report ? as this should show up in the lvvta database.. as I did ask about them about a year ago.. and they had not...
by skidmark
Thu Mar 10, 2016 9:33 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Cert plate fitted check
Wof check
Reg check

We are legal.
by skidmark
Mon Mar 07, 2016 3:16 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: WTD 35 spare tyre
Replies: 6
Views: 854

WTD 35 spare tyre

Anyone got a 35 x 15 spare no longer required?
Closer and cheaper to Hamilton the better haha
Let me know

Cheers Alistair
by skidmark
Mon Mar 07, 2016 11:27 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Congratulations! That thing is going to be a barrel of fun! If you are ever over Rotorua way shoot me a PM & I'll show you around my local test track - Porter rd. Cheers Clint Sounds like a plan to me...rotorua isn't far from hamilton! Will try get a couple shakedown runs but closer to town the...
by skidmark
Sun Mar 06, 2016 9:45 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Cheers certainly a relief!Neil was telling me we made it through just before he had to start implementing some new paperwork to send back[/quote] Im not far behind either but as I keep changing things that takes longer to get ready for cert so i'll be at the mercy of the lvvta gods when the time arr...
by skidmark
Sun Mar 06, 2016 9:35 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Lchundy wrote:That's awesome!
Hopefully not far behind


Cheers certainly a relief!Neil was telling me we made it through just before he had to start implementing some new paperwork to send back
by skidmark
Sun Mar 06, 2016 9:32 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 185 surf lift
Replies: 8
Views: 2748

Re: 185 surf lift

I have OME in mine, shocks are stiff. Feel alot of the bumps etc..throw some weight in the boot or a trailer and it's much better
by skidmark
Sun Mar 06, 2016 9:00 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

We are passed! Now just wait a couple weeks for cert plate to arrive. Stoaked! Bloody awesome.. well done too :) Just a note with the superflex arms.. have they been noted in the cert report ? as this should show up in the lvvta database.. as I did ask about them about a year ago.. and they had not...
by skidmark
Sun Mar 06, 2016 8:59 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Double post
by skidmark
Sat Mar 05, 2016 9:46 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

We are passed! Now just wait a couple weeks for cert plate to arrive. Stoaked!
by skidmark
Thu Mar 03, 2016 9:34 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Dropped truck off for a recheck this morning and Neil mentioned there's the new draft rules coming through to do with lifts and body lifts etc. Also has some extra forms for the next few 4wds to go back to lvvta for info on 4wds for them.. So I think I managed to get through in the nick of time.but ...
by skidmark
Sun Feb 28, 2016 8:06 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Basically sorted my to do list,have speedo to recalibrate but will do that on the way back to work.. Also need Window to replace yet ,but gunna organize that for when it's at work before it goes back to certifier.. He wanted a Xtra x-member on the original ifs diff mounts, had to tuck it up flush so...
by skidmark
Tue Feb 23, 2016 9:18 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: hdj81 cruiser build
Replies: 177
Views: 50064

Re: hdj81 cruiser build

For bump stop spacer how about a body lift block? People on trademe selling them in different diameters?

I used a length of conveyer belt to make my rubber flares and mudflaps
by skidmark
Sun Feb 21, 2016 9:06 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Mattman wrote:Nothing unfixable in that list.

What's the problem with the windscreen?

I was quite happy with the list considering the mods
Windscreen has a couple large chips in it
by skidmark
Thu Feb 18, 2016 6:13 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

It's because I wired compressor up to a switch to pump up air tank,it's either connect compressor to ign so it comes on automatically or change horn out to electric. The standard air horns that come with the little elec compressor would be fine.Mine was the truck type with a solenoid drawing air fro...
by skidmark
Thu Feb 18, 2016 6:03 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: PRADO 120 gear change issue
Replies: 2
Views: 819

Re: PRADO 120 gear change issue

Kzj120 meaning 1kzte engine yes?
If so have seen a few 1kzte ecus in the earlier surfs fail causing late shifting and o/d issues.

Alistair
by skidmark
Thu Feb 18, 2016 5:02 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Got it back today My list 1 drivers seat to adjust 2 change toggle rh dash 3 fuel filler issue 4 electric horn 5 brake line every 300mm 6 tidy weld panhard brace 7 bentsteering shaft? 8 windscreen 9 wheel alignment sheet 10 steering tierod fouls on superior plate, 11 replace some rear susp bolts 12 ...
by skidmark
Tue Feb 16, 2016 2:24 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Called in today at certifier,have made it through bumpsteer tests a small ish list of things to cheak and sort a few Heatsheild attach the brake like every 300 mm (I ran it inside but not attached every 300) Adjust steering stop. Somehow balance my silvys. Speedo is out of adjustment but that's just...
by skidmark
Mon Feb 15, 2016 5:02 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: hdj81 cruiser build
Replies: 177
Views: 50064

Re: hdj81 cruiser build

That's not too bad . I was wondering how yours got on. hopefully that means I get my list shortly haha
by skidmark
Thu Feb 11, 2016 5:42 am
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: 2001 Pajero SWB with V8 Lexus
Replies: 63
Views: 26150

Re: 2001 Pajero SWB with V8 Lexus

Good to see its still being built.
by skidmark
Wed Feb 10, 2016 9:23 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

The 4th possible problem child is the filler is inside passenger compartment,either have to move it outside which could be a problem due to tank height or install a vapor proof barrier... Doesn't sound like a "possible problem", more of a "definite problem" Double cab conversion...
by skidmark
Wed Feb 10, 2016 4:11 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Dropped it off this morning,had 4 issues already before I left,3 are easy to solve 1. Change horn to electric 2.fit seat rail to driver's seat 3. Heatsheild above rear exhaust incase of fuel leak The 4th possible problem child is the filler is inside passenger compartment,either have to move it outs...
by skidmark
Sun Feb 07, 2016 6:52 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Tentatively say I think it's ready for d day

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by skidmark
Fri Feb 05, 2016 8:22 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Will try if possible.. that's the problem it comes down to cert man's interpretation of the rules.
by skidmark
Fri Feb 05, 2016 7:10 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

Big wrote:Keep us posted on the super flex arms..very interested in what happens there

In regards to getting them certafied? He was the one that suggested them.his words were as I asked as long as there made my reputable company/branded etc no worries for cert.
by skidmark
Fri Feb 05, 2016 7:08 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

(He) did suggest moving panard down 10mm or so tho. Really? 10mm? How long is your panhard rod? like 700mm? If so then 10mm means a 0.8 degree change? The dude is tripping balls. The thing probably swings though 25 degrees over full bump to full droop so we are talking about a 3% change. I guess if...
by skidmark
Fri Feb 05, 2016 6:46 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: first surf build.
Replies: 458
Views: 106695

Re: first surf build.

There certainly solid, the factory arms are around 9.5kg the long side superflex is over 15kg...
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I think they improved front flex a bit not heaps amazing from what I can tell in my shed.

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Sitting on the massive 32s atm.
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