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by MEX
Mon May 14, 2012 8:48 pm
Forum: Rover
Topic: series 1 disco manual
Replies: 2
Views: 855

Re: series 1 disco manual

http://www.landroverresource.com/docs/D ... Manual.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by MEX
Mon May 14, 2012 8:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ/MAV REAR AXLE OPTIONS
Replies: 2
Views: 329

GQ/MAV REAR AXLE OPTIONS

Hello all,
I have a maverick which originally had a limited slip rear diff which was replaced with an air locker. I am now taking out the diff center including the air locker to sell. I have replaced the diff center with an open diff center that I had lying around and am now struggling to get the ...
by MEX
Sat Apr 17, 2010 12:14 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: STANDARD DIFF RATIO - 89' FORD MAVRICK/GQ
Replies: 28
Views: 2869

STANDARD DIFF RATIO - 89' FORD MAVRICK/GQ

Hello all,

I have a rear diff center out of a 89' Maverick (GQ) which I want to sell. But first I need to know what ratio it is. I can't find it stamped on the center anywhere.

Can anyone help me out?

Cheers Mex
by MEX
Mon Sep 28, 2009 1:43 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: AUTO TO MANUAL CONVERSION. REVERSE LIGHTS NEED WIRING UP.
Replies: 1
Views: 278

check your email
by MEX
Sat Aug 29, 2009 10:00 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: WINCH OPTIONS
Replies: 17
Views: 1224

WINCH OPTIONS

Hello all,

I want to install a winch on my GQ and have some questions regarding the different options. I'm hoping that those of you who have a winch can awnser my questions and add your opinion regarding the advantages/disadvantages. I would like to spend my money correctly the first time.

The ...
by MEX
Fri Jul 31, 2009 3:41 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Raising shock mounts in GQ
Replies: 8
Views: 736

hello all,

I'm interested in doing this also. What sort of bushes are you going to use in your front & rear axle arms to cope with the extra articulation?

Cheers Ian
by MEX
Fri Jul 24, 2009 3:10 pm
Forum: Mitsubishi
Topic: TRANSFERCASE CHAIN - 92 NH PAJERO. V6 3 LTR
Replies: 1
Views: 507

TRANSFERCASE CHAIN - 92 NH PAJERO. V6 3 LTR

Hello all,

Asking for a mate.

Where around Brisbane can I get a non genuine transfer case chain for a
92 NH MITSUBISHI PAJERO. V6 3 ltr

Thanks Ian
by MEX
Tue Apr 21, 2009 9:27 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: AUTO LOCKER OPTIONS - GQ REAR DIFF
Replies: 4
Views: 529

Contacted Detroit. They don't make one for the rear.

Any other options?
by MEX
Thu Apr 09, 2009 6:30 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: AUTO LOCKER OPTIONS - GQ REAR DIFF
Replies: 4
Views: 529

AUTO LOCKER OPTIONS - GQ REAR DIFF

Hello all,

I am trying to get a auto locker for the rear diff of my 89' GQ and am not having alot of luck. So far I have discovered that Lokka, Aussie Locker & Powertrax Lock-Right don't have a unit for my vehicle. Does anybody know who manufactures one and where I can get it.

Cheers Ian
by MEX
Tue Apr 07, 2009 7:20 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LOKKA DIY INSTALLATION
Replies: 4
Views: 576

thanx
by MEX
Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:19 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LOKKA DIY INSTALLATION
Replies: 4
Views: 576

LOKKA DIY INSTALLATION

Hello all,

Looking at putting a lokka difflock into the front of a GQ. Was wondering if there are any special tools required other than your standard spanners etc.

Cheers Ian
by MEX
Mon Mar 30, 2009 1:38 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: LPG on GQ - How much?
Replies: 5
Views: 565

I paid $3000 3 years ago for a shorty gq. It included the custom made fuel tank that is required for the shorty's. Long wheelbase gq's can be cheaper depending on where you want the gas tank. If you don't mind puting it in the cab it is cheaper because you are not buying another fuel tank. If you ...
by MEX
Mon Feb 09, 2009 10:39 am
Forum: Mitsubishi
Topic: INLET & EXHAUST VALVE CLEARANCES - 2007 NS PAJERO,3.2 DI
Replies: 0
Views: 313

INLET & EXHAUST VALVE CLEARANCES - 2007 NS PAJERO,3.2 DI

Hello all,

Looking for the correct settings for inlet & exhaust valve clearances for the 3.2 litre diesel, 2007 NS Pajero.

Cheers Ian
by MEX
Fri Jun 27, 2008 10:20 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: "A" FRAMING A VEHICLE - REQUIREMENTS & LEGALIT
Replies: 27
Views: 1462

Found QLD requirements. Page 7 onwards.

http://pan.search.qld.gov.au/search/cli ... on=qld-gov
by MEX
Fri Jun 27, 2008 6:37 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: "A" FRAMING A VEHICLE - REQUIREMENTS & LEGALIT
Replies: 27
Views: 1462

thanx.

Now I just have to find the equiv for QLD!
by MEX
Thu Jun 26, 2008 4:53 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: "A" FRAMING A VEHICLE - REQUIREMENTS & LEGALIT
Replies: 27
Views: 1462

"A" FRAMING A VEHICLE - REQUIREMENTS & LEGALIT

Hello all,

I want to tow a suzuki behind my patrol with an "A" frame arrangement and need to know the requirements for QLD & NSW for doing this legally. QLD Transport don't seem to know anything so I was wondering if any of you had the required info.

I would imagine there would be requirements for ...
by MEX
Mon May 26, 2008 1:04 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: auto to manual
Replies: 1
Views: 318

I did mine at christmas time and it was relatively straight forward. Wiring harness from the auto is the only sticky bit. You have to get a new harness made up for your reverese lights and I still need to get my speedo/taco working (currently using my GPS). The existing automatic pedal box (brake ...
by MEX
Mon May 26, 2008 12:44 pm
Forum: Competitions and Events
Topic: Springs 4x4 Grilla Night Run
Replies: 5
Views: 854

Went on this on the weekend and it was exellent. Just thought I would give Ian at the Springs a plug for organising it.

Hope there is more.

Cheers MEX
by MEX
Tue May 13, 2008 2:43 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: REMOVING WINDOW TINTING
Replies: 5
Views: 395

thanks guys. I wouldn't have thought of using heat. :lol:
by MEX
Tue May 13, 2008 2:23 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: REMOVING WINDOW TINTING
Replies: 5
Views: 395

REMOVING WINDOW TINTING

I have got cheap stick on window tinting which is starting to peel. I'm trying to remove it completely and have tried every solvent I have without any luck.

Have any of you done this before? If so what did you use?

cheers MEX
by MEX
Tue Apr 15, 2008 7:46 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: how do i get more travel out of the front suspension?
Replies: 35
Views: 3139

Which has more articulation? The X-link or the 5-Link.
by MEX
Mon Mar 17, 2008 3:07 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: ENGINE WATER TEMP - HOW HOT IS TO HOT?
Replies: 5
Views: 662

ricduza,

Thanks for the advice. I have another question.

I want to install AU thermo fans which are temperature controlled. Obviously the "switch on" temperature will be set higher than the thermostate opening temperature. Where should the "switch off" temperature be set?

Would it be a couple of ...
by MEX
Mon Mar 17, 2008 1:30 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: ENGINE WATER TEMP - HOW HOT IS TO HOT?
Replies: 5
Views: 662

ENGINE WATER TEMP - HOW HOT IS TO HOT?

Hello all,

I have installed an aftermarket temperature guage to my tb42 maverick so I can see what is going on. What I need to know is how hot is to hot?

What should be a normal running temperature on a hot day & when should I be getting worried.

I don't believe I have issues unless I'm towing ...
by MEX
Tue Mar 04, 2008 10:11 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TB42 TEMP SENDER THREAD SIZE?
Replies: 6
Views: 383

Thanks for the help everybody. I've now ordered the inline adaptor that fits in the top radiator hose. Speco part number 547-13.

Cheers MEX
by MEX
Mon Mar 03, 2008 4:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TB42 TEMP SENDER THREAD SIZE?
Replies: 6
Views: 383

TB42 TEMP SENDER THREAD SIZE?

Hello all,

I have bought an aftermarket water temp guage from speco and their sender unit has a different thread so I need an adaptor to screw into the head to accept the new sender.

Problem is I cannot find out what the nissan thread is (its not listed in the manual and the nissan service people ...
by MEX
Tue Feb 26, 2008 7:39 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Mount Jerry Can Holder On small Rear Door (Have Photos)
Replies: 21
Views: 5554

So if it is illegal to carry fuel in a jerry can mounted on the back of your vehicle where are you allowed to carry them? Are the only legal options inside the vehicle & on a roof rack? and are you allowed to carry fuel in those side mount positions that are so common on camper trailers?
by MEX
Fri Sep 07, 2007 9:38 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TO ALL CHEV 350 OWNERS
Replies: 21
Views: 2504

I've been talking to an engineer & queensland transport regarding the 350 swap and if I'm to keep it dual fuel I will need to pass the IM240 emissions test. Have any of you had to pass this and if so what did you require (cat ?). Remamber this is a carby engine.

Cheers Ian
by MEX
Mon Aug 20, 2007 1:06 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TO ALL CHEV 350 OWNERS
Replies: 21
Views: 2504

Thanks for the info everybody. I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go along.
by MEX
Fri Aug 17, 2007 7:52 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: TO ALL CHEV 350 OWNERS
Replies: 21
Views: 2504

TO ALL CHEV 350 OWNERS

Hello all,

My tb42 has done another head and the engines lower end is well worn as well so I'm looking at my options regarding engine transplants.

I have a impco gas system (mixer on carbie) which I would like to keep with minimal modification for the new motor. The chev 350 seems to be a common ...
by MEX
Mon Jun 25, 2007 7:17 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Nissan Work shop manual
Replies: 6
Views: 690

For my GQ I bought a full breakdown manual including the automatic suppliment for $10.95 from ebay. It comes in the form of pdf files on a computer disc and has the equivilant hard copy value of about $250 if I bought it through a book store. If you search on "GQ" you will find him to ask about the ...