Thanks, always good to get reasoned first-hand knowledge.
Many years ago, I had a Lite Ace van with the venerable 1800cc. Toyota petrol motor. The thing rattled and pinged under ordinary loads, till one day I had a light bulb moment and changed...
gas55
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Joined: 06-04-15
Location: Morayfield
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Is Oils ....OILS?
Just wondering what members thoughts are about Gulf Western oil.
Have always used Penrite, but this crowd claim to be totally Australian as well and meet all certifications.
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Wow!! Seems like a lot of work.
I'm getting too old to be lying under a car for hours.
There are 'channels' running from the foot well on either side of the cabin, thru' to the wheel arch covering behind the second row seats.
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I am quite happy to leave the sump drain for half a day, with a cheap tarp under the sump and then put a half litre of fresh oil in the new filter.
The oil light goes off quicker.
Then tip waste into 10l drum for the tip vat.
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Does it have to be on the South side ?
Can't go past 'Totally Automotive' at Morayfield....Leave a comment:
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Agree with your statement about skimping on an engine that may cost 8-12 thousand to replace.
So I change the sump plug washer every time.
Contacted both Nulon and Penrite and was recommended to use 15w/40 semi/full synth. for an NW in Queensland...Leave a comment:
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You would think it would be wear.
As previously, the pin in mine was not jammed in under huge pressure, as tho' nothing had changed.
But because of the huge torque, I guess even the slightest wear allows for that tiny bit of take-up.
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Gave myself an uppercut: 'hub nut'.
Haven't seen many castellated wheel nuts!
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Could not agree more.
We have a single axle full van with 190l fridge, 200l water (not always full), shower, etc.etc. Weight is usually around 2200kgs. and ball weight of about 170kg. King springs and air bags and no WDH.
Never had a problem....Leave a comment:
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And ring you for your birthday!...
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Thanks, you reminded me that when the car was recalled a few years ago, was told by MM that the chain guide assembly was improved.
When I checked out this business their blog had a few examples of 'interesting' jobs they have had over the years,...Leave a comment:
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Having valves adjusted shortly by a very reputable shop directly opposite Transport office, North Brisbane.
Quoted $490, asked for manifold clean as well, another $300.
Have to see what condition the chain guide is in also.Leave a comment:
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Clunk in drive-line
Finally had a win!
Have had a slight clunk in my Auto NW when moving off, forward or reverse, and if coasting down a slight hill with no load, clunk occurred when accelerating again.
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I replaced rear springs with normal ride-height Kings at 150,000 and the insulators were history.
Replaced with Poly insulators despite all 'horror stories' about noise etc. and certainly glad I did.
Ride is great with/without caravan, and...Leave a comment:
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G'day Nik. You will find this is one of the best forums ever.
So many knowledgable contributors.
p.s. you aren't back here because of the three strikes policy ?
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As I understand it, in fly-by-wire the pedal is connected to a transducer, or potentiometer, (I ain't no technician), so that as the pedal is pushed in there is a corresponding increase in the voltage induced and sent to the ECU and accordingly, more...Leave a comment:
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Been down that road (no pun intended), actual weight of un-loaded new van was 180kg. over what was stated on the plate.
Got it re-rated by a certified engineer for another 250kg. New plate and up-dated with Transport.
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Absolutely spot on. What I said to the dealer when I got mine.
Works ok. but still hits my handbrake on the caravan if coupled.
Some genius in Japan thought "Ha! Why they put spare wheel off centre"?
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