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by rayndeb
Sat Aug 21, 2010 6:55 pm
Forum: Drivetrain / Suspension
Topic: drive shaft's too short???
Replies: 3
Views: 512

Re: drive shaft's too short???

circle track engineering on parkhouse rd
by rayndeb
Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:31 am
Forum: Tyres
Topic: what psi should i run in my buckshots ?
Replies: 10
Views: 1191

Re: what psi should i run in my buckshots ?

I run 30 in both my cruiser and hilux. If you need to let them down a bit for offroad .Ive got 33 bucks on the hilux and it drives good
by rayndeb
Sun Aug 15, 2010 9:12 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 14-15 Aug
Replies: 17
Views: 2518

Re: 14-15 Aug

Fired up the welder today and made this http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm120/pulltits/4x4/Image0062.jpg And this for my damper , Since we put cross over steering in it didnt work. So i made up some new brackets .Bolt on tomorrow http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm120/pulltits/4x4/Image0064.jpg...
by rayndeb
Fri Aug 13, 2010 9:31 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: my wedding hahaha Waipara
Replies: 211
Views: 19034

Re: my wedding hahaha Waipara

Im keen for a look if your keen
by rayndeb
Thu Aug 12, 2010 9:27 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Excessive play in drag link
Replies: 1
Views: 329

Re: Excessive play in drag link

I had the same problem .So i bit the bullet and did crossover steering .Best mod so far
by rayndeb
Tue Aug 10, 2010 7:27 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Hilux Cross over steering
Replies: 7
Views: 2252

Re: Hilux Cross over steering

We welded the fish plates on after a trial fit . http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm120/pulltits/4x4/Image0048.jpg Did a tape measure wheel alignment. Bolted everything back together radiator etc .Filled the ps fluid bled system . http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm120/pulltits/4x4/Image0054-1.j...
by rayndeb
Sun Aug 08, 2010 8:38 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Hilux Cross over steering
Replies: 7
Views: 2252

Re: Hilux Cross over steering

We started by removing all the stock steering . Bolted the new arms on.I had done a hub rebuild kit 2 weeks before . I broke a brake line taking the old rods off. sat the tie rod on the arms then saw that not enough clearance under the sump.About 10mm. I bought the ute with the suspension already do...
by rayndeb
Sat Aug 07, 2010 7:32 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Hilux Cross over steering
Replies: 7
Views: 2252

Hilux Cross over steering

Ive got a Ln 65 Hilux .We've just put a trail gear high steer kit in it.got it all hooked up off members of offroad express . Image
by rayndeb
Fri Aug 06, 2010 10:06 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 6-8 Aug
Replies: 25
Views: 3841

Re: 6-8 Aug

Finally got my mig welder sorted.Have to make something now to see how it goes.New front bar maybe
by rayndeb
Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:49 pm
Forum: Product Reviews / 4wd Service
Topic: Tony's Tyre service...
Replies: 28
Views: 5903

Re: Tony's Tyre service...

I got some tyres stripped at tonys blen road ,They told me the tear in the bead was already there .After looking properly I noticed that there was no lube on the beads.I worked in the tyre game for 3 years and know when a tear is new.Bit pissed off but too late once damage is done.I hate when you ri...
by rayndeb
Sun Jul 25, 2010 10:46 pm
Forum: Drivetrain / Suspension
Topic: Lada Niva Diff Swap
Replies: 5
Views: 812

Re: Lada Niva Diff Swap

Should be like any other diff.have a look at some Niva forums.Should find answers there.
by rayndeb
Sun Jul 25, 2010 10:21 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 24th - 25th July
Replies: 27
Views: 4673

Re: 24th - 25th July

Me And Toms Off road Put a hi steer kit into Hilux.Set it up but needed more sump clearance so we made a new front spring hanger. Build thread to come.Picked up some rear springs for front.Looking for some new shocks to suit now a 4 inch lift instead of a two.Piss really cause front shocks aren't th...
by rayndeb
Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:24 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Where to put stands to work on front springs
Replies: 5
Views: 551

Re: Where to put stands to work on front springs

I just did my front bushes .Put stands where you say just lifted back a bit worked fine.I wouldnt get under it though
by rayndeb
Thu Jul 15, 2010 10:33 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: calling 80 series owners
Replies: 15
Views: 2189

Re: calling 80 series owners

My windows and wipers are the same.was told its because the rubbers are too hard.the handbrake is because it doesn't have a locker on the adjuster wheel.I have to adjust h brake every couple of months because i have manual so i need it .i still don't rely on it for hills just turn it off and leave i...
by rayndeb
Sat Jul 10, 2010 10:12 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 10th & 11th July
Replies: 12
Views: 2344

Re: 10th & 11th July

Pulled the standard steering set up off the Hilux.Test fit high steer .re assembled steering.get arms back from crack testing next week.Getting excited now.
by rayndeb
Mon Jul 05, 2010 10:10 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Hilux Hi Steer
Replies: 1
Views: 387

Hilux Hi Steer

I am doing a high steer conversion but need a ticketed welder to weld fish plates.I am in culverden so someone close would be good.Will have to a frame truck to you unless you can come to me.Cheers
by rayndeb
Sat Jul 03, 2010 12:10 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: shiny trip
Replies: 8
Views: 1011

Re: shiny trip

No and its a nice trip too.
by rayndeb
Fri Jul 02, 2010 8:02 am
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: shiny trip
Replies: 8
Views: 1011

Re: shiny trip

You could go to lake Tenneson up Hanmer way.
by rayndeb
Tue Jun 22, 2010 10:04 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: High Steer Hilux
Replies: 1
Views: 420

High Steer Hilux

Whos got a hi steer hilux I can come and have a look at in CHCH.Ive got a kit coming and want to see one done in the flesh.
by rayndeb
Mon Jun 21, 2010 8:51 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: 80 series castor correction- what do you use?
Replies: 9
Views: 1324

Re: 80 series castor correction- what do you use?

My 80 has 3 inch lift with bushes and it drives sweet as
by rayndeb
Mon Jun 21, 2010 8:48 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: What is standard height for a Hilux?
Replies: 10
Views: 2710

Re: What is standard height for a Hilux?

I have ln65 dc with What i think is 2 inch lift and run 33 no prob.On full artic and turning it just touches front inner guard.I am on farm and it gets loaded without any problems.Much better ride with33 over 31.My2cs
by rayndeb
Wed Jun 16, 2010 8:33 am
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 12-13 June
Replies: 39
Views: 6178

Re: 12-13 June

finally got picon .Cheers Juz
by rayndeb
Sun Jun 13, 2010 10:03 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 12-13 June
Replies: 39
Views: 6178

Re: 12-13 June

Went for Sunday drive. With my new Hilux and my old Cruiser .At the top of Amuri Basin.Image
by rayndeb
Tue Jun 01, 2010 8:51 am
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 29-30 May
Replies: 34
Views: 5668

Re: 29-30 May

Saturday picked up new tyres and wheel spacers.Sunday fitted tyres and spacers to hilux Along with bull bar and spotlights .Got dark so spotlights for show at mo .Monday wired new stereo into wifes car.Must look after wife :D
by rayndeb
Sat May 29, 2010 9:16 pm
Forum: Tyres
Topic: 35s swap for 32 or 33x15
Replies: 5
Views: 952

Re: 35s swap for 32 or 33x15

To everyone who showed interest in these tyres a deal has been done and i have some33 Buckshots to fit tomorrow .Cheers Ray
by rayndeb
Sat May 22, 2010 1:15 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: WTD Wheel Spacers
Replies: 3
Views: 369

WTD Wheel Spacers

Anyone got any wheel spacers to fit my hilux about 3/4 to 1 inch. Cheers Ray
by rayndeb
Fri May 21, 2010 7:53 pm
Forum: Tyres
Topic: 35s swap for 32 or 33x15
Replies: 5
Views: 952

Re: 35s swap for 32 or 33x15

we have freight trucks for that
by rayndeb
Fri May 21, 2010 9:41 am
Forum: Tyres
Topic: 35s swap for 32 or 33x15
Replies: 5
Views: 952

35s swap for 32 or 33x15

4x 35 inch creepy crawlers to swap for 32s or 33s .About 1/2 2/3rds worn too big for my poor 2.4 hilux.CHCH
by rayndeb
Fri Apr 16, 2010 7:07 am
Forum: Diesel Engines and Modifications
Topic: 1HDT 200k service - what to do, and where??
Replies: 2
Views: 720

Re: 1HDT 200k service - what to do, and where??

Diesel pumps is the man.Highly recomended
by rayndeb
Wed Feb 03, 2010 9:19 am
Forum: Product Reviews / 4wd Service
Topic: Panel beater in Christchurch?
Replies: 11
Views: 2517

Re: Panel beater in Christchurch?

darryl poulsen by the waimak

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