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**speedin southwest** · 6 February 2006, 20:08

Go for it, chuffed to bits with ours. Tried Veg oil for the 1st time today, seems okay so far!

**Chillitt** · 6 February 2006, 20:19

and the codlord came forth with answers to smooth the furrowed brow... http://www.showmesome.info/hilux/info/faq.htm
and yea there wasnt much wailing or gnashing of teeth..
if your mates just got a 2.4, imagine how great you would feel with a 3.0 ltr..

**stormforce** · 6 February 2006, 20:20

Originally posted by newsurfboy

Evening all!!!

Hello all... i'm Rob and have just fallen arse over *** in love with my mates new Hilux surf 2.4!

What a machine!!!...ouch! Anyway, I'm green and keen and need any advice anyone can offer! I've been reading lots on overheating, dodgy heads on ceratin models, large insurance bills, low MPG etc....any of this true/false......whatever happenbs am still totally commited to getting one ASAP.
Don't really know what to ask...or what i need to know....but hence why i've registered.....i want one!!!!! I've got a few months grace to learn as much as i can, so any help would be most appreciated!

All i know is i love the Hilux surf 2.4,Diesel, Automatic,....just like this fella:
http://sis.virtual-showroom.co.uk/(mnsogs45qrhdmb45pu3g3145)/templates/stockListD/stockItem.aspx?clientCode=Vine Place&mode=search&stockID=8213 |2582

Also..think of converting to veg oil.....any comments most welcome!

Many thanks in advance for your time.

Hope to hear from someone/anyone..soon.

Cheers

All the best

Rob

http://www.hiluxsurf.co.uk/forums/sh...ad.php?t=15893 take a look here for using veg oil plus if you do a search for the insurance you will find a list of companies that will insure you.i got mine insured for about �320 fully com.
the surf isnt the best motor for fuel economy but then it's a 2ton truck.just get 1 and enjoy it.all you really need to know is in previous threads or just do a search.Welcome to the forum by the way and anything else you need to know just ask and someone will point you in the right direction

**newsurfboy** · 6 February 2006, 20:22

many thanks

Speedin ...many thanks.

any idea what the difference is between SSR and SSR-X......is that right?......oh dear...i'm so green!

Cheers

NSB

**stormforce** · 6 February 2006, 20:24

Originally posted by newsurfboy

Speedin ...many thanks.

any idea what the difference is between SSR and SSR-X......is that right?......oh dear...i'm so green!

Cheers

NSB

there isnt much differance in the models as the japs put all the little extras on apart from the ssrg which has recaro seats

**newsurfboy** · 6 February 2006, 20:27

many thanks to all

many thank to all...lots of reading to do i guess......well worth it though....damm that truck is a fine machine!!!!!

**M35A2** · 6 February 2006, 20:42

Welcome to the mad house.

If I was you I would consider the 3.0lt version. There are more around, do roughly the same mpg, but have more power.

I've got the SSRG. Has hard/soft suspension, sports mode, cruise control, recaro seats, air con etc, etc. How nuch money are you planning on spending? Have a good look at lots before buying one, and a test drive is a must. Coz once driven, always bitten.

Cheers.

Look at some of these.

http://www.algysautos.com/Pajero_LWB.html

**newsurfboy** · 6 February 2006, 21:21

a word about the budjet!!!!

dear all...ta for posts.

i forgot to say that my budget isn't massive......ideally �2,500- �3,000 to �4,000 max

not much i know........wish it was vastly more......such is life!

I guess i'm looking at an early 90's the bottom of the range 2.4 ssr model?

Any recommendations?

NSB

**That Ruddy Squirrel** · 6 February 2006, 23:23

Originally posted by newsurfboy

dear all...ta for posts.

i forgot to say that my budget isn't massive......ideally �2,500- �3,000 to �4,000 max

not much i know........wish it was vastly more......such is life!

I guess i'm looking at an early 90's the bottom of the range 2.4 ssr model?

Any recommendations?

NSB

I have a recommendation - take a look at Pop's fine vehicle, going for �2,500 - see the for sale section.

It's also on Fleabay

Trev

**mud skipper** · 6 February 2006, 23:35

Originally posted by stormforce1067

there isnt much differance in the models as the japs put all the little extras on apart from the ssrg which has recaro seats

recaro seats are not a plus point i dont like mine, to firm and low.

dont know about your area but around here there are loads for sale ranging from �1850 to �9000.
within a fifty mile range of me there must be something in the region of 25 surfs for sale, possibly more
good luck
you wont regret it
ITS NOT MILES PER GALLON---- ITS SMILES PER MILE

**Pete** · 7 February 2006, 00:05

Originally posted by newsurfboy

dear all...ta for posts.

i forgot to say that my budget isn't massive......ideally �2,500- �3,000 to �4,000 max

not much i know........wish it was vastly more......such is life!

I guess i'm looking at an early 90's the bottom of the range 2.4 ssr model?

Any recommendations?

NSB

With �4k you should find a decent 3.0. Look in Autotrader for an idea of prices. It's a buyers market at the moment.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/
Pete

**newsurfboy** · 7 February 2006, 09:58

Many thanks to all who posted!!

Many thanks to all who posted!!

I'll get busy. Can't wait to part with those pennies!!!!!

NSB

**DaveD** · 7 February 2006, 10:46

Vince already posted codlord's site, also pore over Morr's FAQ
http://www.emptyearth.com/

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