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by sweeks
November 9th, 2006, 6:02 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Mazda B2500 Warranty Question
Replies: 10
Views: 1530

Mazda B2500 Warranty Question

A partner of mine has a B2500 coming off warranty early next year. He wants Southern Sale to check it out, run a defect report if possible and take it from there. He called today and someone told him the warranty is only for 2 years but we know better i.e. it's 3 years or 100 000km whichever comes 1...
by sweeks
November 7th, 2006, 7:42 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: RAV4 fuel filter and fuel pump setup question (1zz-fe)
Replies: 4
Views: 1060

I'll check TTTL next week. The RAV4 has 133 000km and I doubt it was ever changed. Will get it sorted out soon.
by sweeks
November 4th, 2006, 10:07 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: RAV4 fuel filter and fuel pump setup question (1zz-fe)
Replies: 4
Views: 1060

It's the 1zz-fe.... where did you get the filter, o-ring and support ring? Is there a service kit available from Toyota or were you able to source the filter outside. Are there any other fuel filters in the vehicle (for e.g. in the engine bay)? What mileage did you change out your fuel filter at? Ho...
by sweeks
November 2nd, 2006, 10:28 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: RAV4 fuel filter and fuel pump setup question (1zz-fe)
Replies: 4
Views: 1060

RAV4 fuel filter and fuel pump setup question (1zz-fe)

Anyone familiar with the RAV4 fuel system make up?

I believe the fuel filter needs changing but I'm unfamiliar with the RAV4 setup. I think the filter is either made up in the fuel pump and is also found in the gas tank.

Can anyone advise on this?
by sweeks
November 2nd, 2006, 10:16 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: WTK: What RAV 4 Engine upgrades available???
Replies: 10
Views: 2940

What's the original engine? Is it the 1zz-fe?

Does anyone have experience with changing the RAV4 fuel filter or servicing the fuel pump? I suspet the fuel filter needs changing .
by sweeks
October 29th, 2006, 10:44 am
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: SR20DE problem Help.
Replies: 13
Views: 888

sounds like a sensor got damaged or got water in it.... blow out the sensors and make sure the wiring to the sensor good.

Also check to see that the plugs haven't gotten water in it.
by sweeks
October 26th, 2006, 9:14 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Parado engine into a rx70 cressida
Replies: 18
Views: 1242

I doubt it will. It may entail too much modification.

What year is this engine?

These engines can overheat if it's not maintained properly. Be sure to make sure your cooling system works properly wherever you mount it.
by sweeks
October 23rd, 2006, 2:21 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Want to keep my car
Replies: 11
Views: 1155

Tigerlily... you've got advice there.... My last piece of advice is don't change what doesn't need changing. Remember Toyota parts last the longest. E.g. Wheelbearings on Toyota vehicles sometimes goes up past 200 000km. When they go bad you'll know. If they go bad, it might not damage any other par...
by sweeks
October 23rd, 2006, 1:56 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Corolla Fielder rims and tire info needed
Replies: 18
Views: 8048

Good ride quality - stick to the 15 inch and keep your profile 55 and above. Trinidad have too much invisible pot holes. Good quality tyre - Michelins (expensive but most durable) or Sumitomo/Dunlop with the road hazard warranty. There are a couple other good brands to check goodyear/toyo/bridgeston...
by sweeks
October 23rd, 2006, 1:25 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: TD27
Replies: 15
Views: 4984

That doesn't sound like transmission.

I've got a thirsty 1kz-te 3.0ltd and get approximately 400km per 48 litres. i.e $72.00. So your gas consumption doesn't sound too bad.

Have you gotten a qualified diesel mechanic to check this ?

Let us know.
by sweeks
October 20th, 2006, 4:56 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: TD27
Replies: 15
Views: 4984

Dude... how old is the vehicle... have someone check your thermostat....
by sweeks
October 19th, 2006, 10:19 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Want to keep my car
Replies: 11
Views: 1155

Don't worry ...you've got good info above... be sure to check that timing belt (use the original if possible) Corollas are best rides.... hold on to it man.... don't make sense throwing away money (unless you have some extra money hanging around). I'm waiting to see what the 2007 Corolla looks like.
by sweeks
October 12th, 2006, 10:47 am
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: what is the best diesel engine out there?
Replies: 66
Views: 15066

Corn Curls ... I believe the engine in the Prados are the 3.0l TD called the 1kz-te.
by sweeks
October 11th, 2006, 9:32 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Too much vibration when applying brakes........
Replies: 31
Views: 2133

Good advice guys. Tone is Marabella does a pretty good job and he does free front end checks....658-4000
by sweeks
October 10th, 2006, 8:53 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: What all yuh think about Sumitomo Tyres
Replies: 24
Views: 2648

The Dunlop and Sumitomo brands are the same.
by sweeks
October 9th, 2006, 7:19 pm
Forum: FORD
Topic: WTK - Turbo Timer For Ford Pick Up
Replies: 14
Views: 3537

Fair enough... it's up to you (keep it under 80kmh) for the last minute or so and gradually slow down.
by sweeks
October 8th, 2006, 9:55 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: WTK: Nissan Frontier
Replies: 34
Views: 6887

I read somewhere where these vehicles were common rail.... and could be problematic because of the quality of the diesel, hence the delays in bringing them in. These new pickups are really expensive though... Not sure if I would spend that much on a pickup. Then again that's only my opinion. Back to...
by sweeks
October 8th, 2006, 9:36 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: thinking of getting a vehicle, what's good/bad?
Replies: 22
Views: 1849

Let me know if you're interested in RAV4. Got two available for sale

2001 - Foreign used $105 000

2003 - Local 2.0 $150 000 (just got to 60k service from Toyota)

Both vehicles are well maintained and in very good working conditions.

777-3077
by sweeks
October 8th, 2006, 9:20 pm
Forum: FORD
Topic: WTK - Turbo Timer For Ford Pick Up
Replies: 14
Views: 3537

Bleeding freek....That's right... you got to leave the vehicle in neutral.
by sweeks
October 7th, 2006, 5:41 am
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: filters
Replies: 21
Views: 912

Where can I get a reasonably priced K&N for a 1kz-te engine?
by sweeks
October 6th, 2006, 9:46 pm
Forum: FORD
Topic: WTK - Turbo Timer For Ford Pick Up
Replies: 14
Views: 3537

Call Jerry's (St. Augustine) 663-2231 during the week, even better check him. He'll advise you.
by sweeks
October 3rd, 2006, 6:44 am
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: WTK: Paint Job
Replies: 17
Views: 2394

Fellas, does Lall also do plastic welding?

Anyone know of any good reasonable priced painters in the Couva area??
by sweeks
September 28th, 2006, 12:09 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: WTK: Nissan Frontier
Replies: 34
Views: 6887

Bleeding Freak... the cd player issue is easily solved. The automatic and speed well that's another story... I also miss the manuverability of a smaller vehicle especially when trying to park in a tight spot.

Fellas, any idea when the Navara gets here? I saw a couple Tritons. Looks pretty good.
by sweeks
September 24th, 2006, 9:04 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: what is the best diesel engine out there?
Replies: 66
Views: 15066

2L with a 5 forward gearbox. Real durable engine, non turbo but stress free. The safest thing is to buy a pickup up though. The weight of the diesel engine will kill your suspension.
by sweeks
September 23rd, 2006, 10:31 pm
Forum: Trucks & Pickups
Topic: WTK: Nissan Frontier
Replies: 34
Views: 6887

Ray2Cool are you looking at a new vehicle or used? The new frontier (Navaro) got pretty good reviews when compared to the Hilux IMV. Unfortunately they haven't arrived yet. I've heard there was a couple problems/rumours with the Frontiers. Fuel pump, tyres cutting and a pull to one side. I can't say...
by sweeks
August 31st, 2006, 10:11 pm
Forum: The Car Park
Topic: Pickup prices
Replies: 17
Views: 2055

$165000 for the Hilux fully loaded?
Is this true?

Yes Mark, but that might be basic.... fully loaded will run you over $200 000 and you still have to order and wait a couple months. Toyota really made a mess of this i.e not being able to supply the local market....
by sweeks
August 31st, 2006, 9:59 pm
Forum: The Car Park
Topic: Unbreakable Hilux video...
Replies: 4
Views: 661

4 Real .... however they don't make them like they use to ... the new ones are out of Thailand (not Japan) and way over priced... Hopefully they'll hold up... time will tell.
by sweeks
August 31st, 2006, 9:42 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Land Cruiser Brakes question....upgrade??
Replies: 4
Views: 627

Original... guaranteed stress free. Those on ebay looks pretty good but I'd play it safe.
by sweeks
August 12th, 2006, 9:49 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Toyota Long Life Coolant
Replies: 7
Views: 1176

Toyota Long Life Coolant

I called Toyota to find out what they were using. They said castrol coolant. (I didn't even know castrol had a coolant) I know they were using Shell glycoshell a few year ago. Now Havoline.... I guess based on their service schedule (20 000km) you can use almost anything. I came across another websi...
by sweeks
August 11th, 2006, 7:53 pm
Forum: AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Topic: Toyota Long Life Coolant
Replies: 7
Views: 1176

Toyota Long Life Coolant

Does anyone sell Toyota Long Life Coolant locally? I called Toyota and they didn't have any.

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