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Top tips: mechanical diesel engine tuning guide
Got a mechanical diesel that’s feeling a bit sluggish? Read through our mechanical diesel engine tuning guide to get more grunt and go from your old rig. There are a billion and three guides on how to squeeze more performance…
Safety recall for over 28,000 Toyota LandCruiser and Tundra 4x4s
A safety recall has been issued for certain Toyota LandCruiser 300 and Tundras. This is for units that were built between 10th December 2021 and 12th January 2024. This recall will impact what we believe will result in 28,400 vehicles in…
Diesel tuning and remapping your four-wheel drive – why you shouldn’t be afraid of a safe tune
There’s no denying, that performance tuning your 4×4 is one of the most rewarding upgrades you can make to how your vehicle performs on and off-road. Not only can you increase the horsepower and torque figures. But often you can…
10 things you didn’t know about biodiesel
Let’s face it, things are only going to get harder as far as the environment goes. Whether you subscribe to the idea it’s all a Greenie push to make money, or that we’re just starting to realise our impact on…
8 things to do when your engine overheats
We’ve all been there. You’re cruising down the track enjoying the scenery when you happen to glance down at the dash and see your temperature gauge needle is right up at the wrong end, and your 4×4 is now overheating.…
How to install diff breathers and why they’re so important
When was the last time you gave a thought to your diffs? Here's how to install diff breathers and why they're so important
Ford Ranger 3.2L – Problems and Solutions
The PX Ford Ranger 3.2L has cemented itself as one of the most popular dual-cab 4x4s on the market, but it’s not perfect. Here we explore some of its problems and their solutions. BY DAVE MORLEY: Take a look around…
Breaking the kettle – A must-read cooling guide for TD42 owners
We bring you nine ways to keep your TD42 from boiling itself to death and get the best out of the cooling system, plus a couple of things you’ll read on the forums that just don’t work! The venerable TD42…
Does the Terrain Tamer Air Filter Insert fix the LandCruiser airbox issue?
There are a fistful of factory, inbuilt oddities and design failures with the 70 Series LandCruiser line-up. Let’s forget the lack of cupholders, the rear track dimension and update the supposed air cleaner issue whereby it lets dust into the…
Everything you need to know 4×4 drivelines and how to upgrade them
Knowing how something works is the best step forward when it comes to preservation. Let’s take a closer look at what makes your four-wheel drive, well… a four-wheel drive.
Gear Guru: Everything you need to know about 4×4 gauges
With all of the electronic wizardry inside of your engine these days, it’s more important than ever to keep a close eye on things. With your stock 4X4, you’re lucky if you even have a simple temperature gauge. Maybe an…
Wait, you can now maintain Ryco Fuel Water Separators with an app?
Last time I checked, my iPhone was pretty useless at mechanical tasks, so Ryco must have come up with something special to make this claim
Bendix releases brake upgrade range for 300 Series LandCruiser
We know that many owners of the 300 Series LandCruiser will tow. As such, they are putting additional stress on the factory braking system
Diesel Care expands Dual Catch Can and Diesel Fuel Filter kit range
Save space, and protect your turbo-diesel engine at the same time
Toyota has fitted a catch can to the 2024 70 Series LandCruiser – here’s why you should too
In the last week, Toyota has announced pricing and specs for the 2024 70 Series LandCruiser. You can read all about that here. They also revealed that the 70 Series models powered by the 1GD 2.8L 4-cylinder motor, also found in…
