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by dctecho
Sun May 18, 2008 10:03 pm
Forum: Range Rover / Land Rover
Topic: Series 3 / Rangerover Hybrid for sale
Replies: 3
Views: 849

Series 3 / Rangerover Hybrid for sale

I have given up on this project and need the cash to fund another, may be of interest to someone on here
Also the swampers in the photo are for sale (34x950-15) PM me if interested

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motor ... 104094.htm
by dctecho
Wed Jan 31, 2007 8:34 pm
Forum: Petrol Engines and Modifications
Topic: Non starter
Replies: 12
Views: 1902

If there's no spark spark at points and the coil heating up check the wiring from the negitive side of the coil (ie the wire to the distributor)also make sure the conection on the points has not turned and shorted to earth, or the insulation were the wire comes into the dissy is worn.You can check ...
by dctecho
Sun Jan 07, 2007 11:12 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Anyone know whats causing my electrical problem?
Replies: 5
Views: 884

I would check the fusable links, Either at the positive battery terminal or off the starter main terminal.The low voltage may not be effecting the starter because it is energised off another relay.I'll have a look at work tomorrow for a wiring diagram and see if I can find anything else.In the ...
by dctecho
Tue Jan 02, 2007 5:29 pm
Forum: Drivetrain / Suspension
Topic: charge issue
Replies: 4
Views: 778

I'd say the regulator in your alternator is blown,check if this was changed when the stator was done,If so should be under warranty, Although if it's been in deep mud or water they way not warranty it. 18 volts plus is normal for shorted regulator.Let us know how you get on.
Cheers
Scotty
by dctecho
Sat Dec 02, 2006 4:21 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Mysterious Brakes....
Replies: 1
Views: 550

I had a similar problem with a rekitted master cylinder once, It turned out to be the back piston seal I had been supplied was a fraction to big and when the piston was returned to rest ie(foot off the pedal) the seal blocked the small port that lets the fluid return to the resivoir, basically the ...
by dctecho
Thu Nov 30, 2006 7:57 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: No electrics
Replies: 2
Views: 793

It's been a while since I worked on a 40series, But I think the main positive supply to the ignition switch and fuse box comes from main battery stud on the starter solenoid so that's the first thing I'd check along with all the earth cables ie(battery to chassis and body). Also some toyota's have ...
by dctecho
Thu Oct 26, 2006 7:12 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Project SURF-O-DORE
Replies: 13
Views: 2561

I've just finished the wiring on the same conversion, 3.8 VP motor into LN65 for a mates truck ,I was impressed with finished product. He used the marks adapter kit to join holden trans to toyota transfer,it's not cheap but very well made.If you need any help with the electrics let me know.
by dctecho
Thu Jun 01, 2006 8:21 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: warn winches
Replies: 5
Views: 1403

do you know what part of the motor is stuffed?.All the individual parts are available through the warn agents ,fully equipped, I have replaced an armiture in one for about $180 two years ago.If the armiture and field coils and brushes are all stuffed its probably beyond economical repair.I dealt ...
by dctecho
Sun May 28, 2006 6:34 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: warn winches
Replies: 5
Views: 1403

check out this link
http://www.pirate4x4.com/tech/billavista/8274/
It has wiring diagram and lots of info the warn winch
hope this helps
cheers scotty
by dctecho
Sat May 20, 2006 10:28 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Glowplug Problems
Replies: 8
Views: 3161

By running with a dead alternator and low battery voltage your relay has probably welded it's contacts together,to test your glow plugs you can measure with a multimeter resistance should be less 1ohm (approx ) The easiest way is to pull them out and connect across a battery and make sure the tip ...
by dctecho
Thu May 11, 2006 9:41 am
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: Terrano Tappets
Replies: 9
Views: 3278

The rust problem in these vehicles can be major,but if the rust is only minor around the seatbelt anchor points then a support bar can be added, all the relavent info on this site.m just thought i'd mention this i know of one of these purchased for $800 as the previous owner was told the floor ...
by dctecho
Sun Apr 02, 2006 8:25 pm
Forum: Tyres
Topic: what are the pros and cons of super swampers
Replies: 16
Views: 3167

The pro's are, awsome offroad ,old tread pattern but excelent grip and side lugs,strong side walls.

The con's are,Price and they really are just an off road tire,crap on sealed roads


I have 34 950 15's and love them.
by dctecho
Mon Mar 13, 2006 8:30 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Terrano Injection pump
Replies: 7
Views: 1504

maybe a silly question but did you reconect the wire to the electric stop solenoid on the pump??? just a thought.
by dctecho
Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:19 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Series 3 LR Hybrid
Replies: 111
Views: 17851

Hi Mike, I have just incounted a problem that might be of interest to you,as you know I had tack mounted all my outriggers and I was planning to modify the rangie steering coloumn to suit ,but I just recieved the 90 defender steering coloumn I bought off trademe and although this bolts directly to ...
by dctecho
Wed Jun 29, 2005 9:38 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: toyota 6m-ge wiring info needed
Replies: 5
Views: 1540

Ive just looked through some toyota stuff ive got here the only wiring diagram ive found with the 10 18 24 pin plugs shows the knock sensor in the last pin on the 18 pin plug and the oxygen sensor in the first pin on the 24pin plug, dont have a scanner but could fax it to if required.
cheers scott
by dctecho
Mon Jun 27, 2005 8:00 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Toyota 1kz-te alternator options
Replies: 7
Views: 3746

Hi Bill' sorry about the delay,I haven't had any luck matching those numbers but have been told the A13512 110amp alternator in the link i gave you should fit you just need to change the 3 pin plug wiring ,you should be able to confirm this using the dimensions on the site ,that unit is fitted to ...
by dctecho
Mon Jun 20, 2005 7:37 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Toyota 1kz-te alternator options
Replies: 7
Views: 3746

Hi Bill I dont have any info for you yet,Ive been through a couple of cross reference books but they dont identify the 1KZ-te motor,an alternator number would be good, or check out the toyota section on this link and see if any are similar,In the meantime I'll keep looking ,what year is your prado ...
by dctecho
Thu Jun 16, 2005 8:24 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: Toyota 1kz-te alternator options
Replies: 7
Views: 3746

Hi Bill I'll take a look at work tomorrow,I've got all the info on mounting sizes and output ratings,would make it easier if you can find any part numbers on the alternator some of these jappas can have multiple listings for one model, you are right about the factory dual battery fitted vehicles ...
by dctecho
Wed Jun 15, 2005 7:44 pm
Forum: Range Rover / Land Rover
Topic: Replacement smoke for landrover electrics
Replies: 0
Views: 893

Replacement smoke for landrover electrics

check this out
must have addition to the toolbox for landrover owners
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 4554570060
by dctecho
Mon Jun 13, 2005 7:42 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Alternator
Replies: 9
Views: 3281

unfortunitly having the vacum pump on the back limits what you can fit,there is a universal replacement alternator to fit these 12volt 70amp output with the pump included but there quite expensive (about $450-$500)your alternator shares the same mounting dimensions as the early patrol TB42 motor ...
by dctecho
Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:27 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Alternator
Replies: 9
Views: 3281

I just need a bit more info late 95 is a change over year for the alternator,some have the vacum pump on the back and run a multi rib belt and I think the later one has no pump on the back and a standard vee belt setup. My shiney truck is a 96 td27 turbo and the later type and im running a 100amp ...
by dctecho
Mon May 16, 2005 7:20 pm
Forum: Toyota
Topic: horse power for landcruiser?
Replies: 7
Views: 1901

Toyota 3F stock motor is 155 BHP,manufacturers specs
by dctecho
Sat Apr 30, 2005 7:42 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: A couple of new projects on the go, can you help??
Replies: 13
Views: 3428

hi pete, I think I can help you with the fuel pump ,check out walbro usa range of pumps a mate recently purchased one that is around 255LPH for about $320 from a company in auckland called petroject . I just done google search "walbro fuel pumps" and there is plenty of agents all over the country so ...
by dctecho
Sat Feb 26, 2005 7:04 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: Series 3 LR Hybrid
Replies: 111
Views: 17851

Hi Mike, Great to see another Hybrid project under way keep us all posted with the progress. If you are working off the measurments on ashleys web site for shortening the chassis you may find they are incorrect as I did, but it is easy enough to work out for your self. I have just recently mounted ...
by dctecho
Wed Jan 19, 2005 5:59 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Best after market clutch for a Patrol
Replies: 5
Views: 2081

If your looking for an awesome clutch setup I would definitly recomend these guys http://www.clutch.co.nz/index.htm they have helped me in the past with some big horsepower appliications. they can supply off the shelf or custom made for any vehicles.

cheers
scotty
by dctecho
Sun Oct 31, 2004 9:14 am
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: LPG
Replies: 14
Views: 2476

Hi sam, It sounds to me like you may have a problem with a gas saftety relay,Usually when you turn the ignition on this relay supplies a power feed to the blue solenoid on your gas reg then shuts off after a few seconds.Once the engine is running (ie the relay is getting an input from either the ...
by dctecho
Mon Oct 11, 2004 8:00 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: LPG
Replies: 14
Views: 2476

Hello again, The small thing in the second photo with the copper pipes coming out is the lpg solenoid/filter if you turn the main gas valve off at the tank and unbolt the small bowl you should find the filter I metioned in the last post. I would also chek that your getting power to that solenoid and ...
by dctecho
Sun Oct 10, 2004 9:45 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: LPG
Replies: 14
Views: 2476

hello It would be helpful to know what brand lpg regulator your using, as they are not all the same. most units have a solenoid that requires power to allow gas flow but normally they wont run at all if this is not powerd up. First of all I would check If your unit unit has a filter (usually either ...
by dctecho
Sun Aug 29, 2004 7:16 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: 24V winch to 12V system
Replies: 14
Views: 5293

No the solenoids will have 24volt coils to energise them so you will need to get 12volt ones,I wouldn't buy the warn supplied solenoids ,In my experience the heavy duty solenoids that are designed for hydraulic truck taillifts etc are cheaper and last longer (higher current rating) most auto sparky ...
by dctecho
Thu Aug 05, 2004 9:11 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: 24V winch to 12V system
Replies: 14
Views: 5293

Gidday Rat I am an auto sparky and I contemplated doing the same thing as you when I found a 24volt winch at a good price. You could run a 24volt charging system and tap all your 12volt requirements off one battery ,but that is not ideal as one battery will be under more load from the 12volt starter ...

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