hi all

[beastly willis]

Hi everyone i've just joined the forum, i'm getting a hilux in the next few weeks and will need any pointers and advice you have or are willing to give, but this is a message to say hi to everyone out there

[puddlesurfer]

Hello welcome

[budweiser]

[Ploddit]

Hello.

Check for head issues and cooling system integrity.

[Webbo]

Hello and welcome, you are in the right place....

[si tate]

Try & go for a 3.0 either 2nd or 3rd gen, much better than the 2.4.

[BigBobE]

this page might give you a bit of an idea what to look for...

http://hiluxsurf.eu/faq.htm

[BUSHWHACKER]

Try & go for a 3.0 either 2nd or 3rd gen, much better than the 2.4.

2.4s are fine, they make you drive sensibly.
3.0s make you drive like a hooligan all the time because the extra power is addictive.

Welcome on board by the way, enjoy your stay.

[si tate]

2.4s are fine, they make you drive sensibly.
3.0s make you drive like a hooligan all the time because the extra power is addictive.

Welcome on board by the way, enjoy your stay.

I always drive sensibly but it's nice to have that little bit tucked away under your right foot for those rare occasions when it's needed.

[Growler]

2.4s are fine, they make you drive sensibly.
3.0s make you drive like a hooligan all the time because the extra power is addictive.

Welcome on board by the way, enjoy your stay.

So what does that mean for those fortunate enough to have a 4.0

[BUSHWHACKER]

So what does that mean for those fortunate enough to have a 4.0

We have that knowing smile with nothing to prove.

[swampy]

Rear Drive Shaft oil seals.

Hi and welcome,
Look for any signs of weeping oil from the back of the rear wheel drums.
These baby's can blow the oil seals, if the diff breather becomes blocked especially. (that's another thing to keep your eye on when you get your own, you can mod them up to fit a breather pipe routed above the axle.)
Bit of a ball ache to change the seals yourself, but possible.

[Twisted Instigator]

Hi & welcome!

[Rustinho]

Hi there! Welcome to Surfland.

[beastly willis]

thanks guys

Unfortunately im only 20 so can only get a 2.4 for a minute but i will love and make the most of her but thanks and I've taken notes of all you've said and I'll check her over again but i can't wait!