yes lowered & manual. what is the size of your rim? how do you lowered your dmax rear suspension? block,bench press or new leaf spring?

hey vic mind to clarify more?

mind asking how about the fuel consumption?

hello guys.. just wanna know what u guys think about Typhoon Common Rail Diesel Tuning Box? 

my cousin tried it, and it actually does increase the power. anyone knows the selling price.. the offer i got was RM1800.

Pls feedback.

Commonrail tuning kit for RM1800 is considered cheap as the market price for the item is around RM3000

sifus,

how to check my 4wd still working?

Hi guys, Fortuner 2.5(M) owner here~~

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Added on February 26, 2011, 8:29 pm

Hi, you seriously can leave out the fortuner unless Malaysia bring in the 3.0 diesel version. currently driving the 2.5 fortuner everyday. The car FC is good, but when you travel through highway, climbing mountain and mild offroad you will actually wish that you need more power than what the car produce.

Hi, my dad is interested in buying a Navara Manual 4x4, any good/negative feedback on this vehicle ?

Hi guys/gals,

I'm looking at buying a 4x4 pickup, kinda made up my mind to get the Hilux 3.0. As far as my research has taken me, the Hilux 3.0 seems to top the list of my options. Only 1 thing still holding me back: THEFT! (as well as Carjacking).

I live KL PJ area and have tested the Lux 3.0 as well the Triton and Navara. I'd like to share some info based on my research and hopefully get some feedback in return. (Pls note that bcos I've never owned an SUV (currently drive Vios), my opinion may not be accurate or may be flawed, so pls dont hold me ransom on my views ya).

Firstly, a little bit about WHY I choose a 4x4 pickup, HOW i intend to use it and WHERE I will be using it.
I'm almost 40 and have always liked trucks or anything that grunts (i'm not gay). Between speed and torque, I'd go for torque. Anyways, I figured if I dont buy one now, in a few years time, I'd be unlikely to buy any cos my bones will start creaking n climbing 2 high wont b n option.

I intend to use it mostly (98%) in the city, and 2% when I hit the gravels in KKB or Hulu Langat and the likes. I like to go overnight camping trips, away from the city about once or twice a year to smell the jungle n taste the rivers. The place where i work has some pretty narrow lanes whr my good Msian friends like to 'illegal' park due to lack of parking space (i dont blame them, i blame the developers and the local council for poor facilitation).

Ok, (so cheong hei n still not get to the point yet)...

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TEST DRIVE:
Tested Triton about a year back: nice power, generally drives much like a car except higher, superb turning radius, good rear seats (relative to 4WDs). Only problem, looks kinda sissy with all those curves if you know what i mean.

Navara - 2 weeks ago: Good power but hell of a noisy (bad sound insulation), ugliest interior I've ever seen in this day and age, sunglass holder on cockpit ceiling dropped as I drove, the quality of the interior is nowhere near the Hilux or Triton. The biggest turn off are the rear seats, that was the final nail in the coffin for me. Its so steep, u might as well use it as a trunk. And the 2WD/4WD is a little switch like an air cond switch on the dash console???!!

Hilux 3.0 - 2 weeks ago: Good power, ugly ICE, a little short on space for accessories although if you really do a count, you'd find NINE cupholders inside the cockpit. Seriously, NINE!! Rims at 15"!! Ok, i can deal with 15", but with 0 offset?? That I cant deal with. Looks like chicken legs (for those who do bodybuilding, u guys get the picture right?)

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ON THE NET RESEACH:
For FORD Lovers, the good ol' Aussies have come out with the latest design for the Ranger, comes in 2.2 and 3.2 variants. Production starts this year, but not sure when it'll hit Malaysian shores. 2012 is my guess. Google 'Ford Ranger 2011' and you'll see what I mean when I say 'sexy'.

I've been looking around at various forums and have not yet stumbled on one that has complete details on questions I needed answers from, e.g. when someone asks 'where's the best place to get 4WD parts?' Simple question, but never answered. Forumers will add irrelevant stuff into the thread until the question gets lost in mid air without any solid and reliable answer.

So, bcos of that, I went to check out a few places:

PHYSICAL SHOP HOPPING
1. 4WD shop in Sea Park PJ (few doors away from Corezone Adventure Shop). - got alarms, bull bars, bumpers, read hoods, lifting kit, body covers, etc. but range in the shop is not very large.

2. 4WD shop in Batu Caves (No 2, Jln SBC 4) - the boss name is Ivy. Better range in the shop than the Sea Park shop a little. Got front grille, lights, side rails, rims (but no tyres), bumpers, hoods, lights, suspension and lift kits.

3. Port Klang 4x4 (6330 Psrn Raja Muda Musa - from Federal Hwy, just go straight all the way). Boss is Mr S H Lim, nice man, owns a lot of 4x4, organises 4WD events and has won quite a number of challenges. I saw from some forum that he got 'cut throat price'. When I visited his store (really huge with stuff all over the factory-size shop), he admits his stuff is a 'little pricey but are of high quality'. I'm not sure if the quality is different, but I can swear the Hilux front grille that he quoted for RM900 looks kinda similar to the Batu Caves one at RM500. In terms of range of products, that I will say he wins hands down over the 2 shops above.

Tyre Shop:
I was looking at perhaps a 31 x 10.5 R15 Bridgestone Dueler AT694. When I was in Batu Caves, I hopped over across the highway from the Batu Caves 4WD shop and stumbled onto a 'Yu Leck Tyre & Auto Service'. This guy Ah Leong quoted me RM360 for each tyre. Not sure if that's a good price or not. The address is 7G Jln SM6, Sunway Batu Caves (03-6185 9912).

Someone told me that there's a Tyre shop in Sri Gombak that sells good priced 4WD tyres as well but I dont have the address so if anyone has that, pls do let me know ya.

WHAT I INTEND TO DO WITH MY HILUX:
1. Change Rim and Tyres: I'll be looking at 15 or 16 inch steel rims (I hope that's a good option) to fit a 31 x 10.5 AT tyres. (I was told this might be a problem for the Hilux if not raised).
2. Add a rear leaf spring softener (Batu Caves have them at around RM600) as the Lux rear is a little bumpy.
3. GPS tracking (around RM2500) - Cobra Connex (fr Cobra TTDI) or equivalent.
4. Pedal Lock - not sure if it's effective.
5. Bonnet Lock (Sea Park 4x4 has them for RM500) - not sure if it's effective.
6. Traditional 'Arm Switch' (RM50?) - some say this works, others say it doesn't.
7. Security Tint Film (around RM2000)
8. 'Coolmax' Seat Covers (RM700?) - the original is fabric and my rokok might make holes in those.
9. Round bar Sidestep (RM750)- the original flat rail is good, but aesthetics is important to me.
10. Front grille - change to horizontal lines (looks a little nicer).
11. Rear Utility Box - (Around RM900).

Optional
- Rear bumper to steel bumper (RM1500 - 2500) - I was told the ori ones will drop too easily.

That's all for now. Comments/criticisms welcomed.

Cheers.

due to expanding business, just got myself a used nov 2008 d-max 3.0 manual. quite satisfy with the outcome but still need further understanding of the engine / car behaviour.
hauling, overtaking and towing capability is just fine. but growing up with another ride of more than 500nm makes me just wonder if this bigger engine of d-max could reach the same amount of torque...
loves the twinpot front brake but just wonder if there are workshops that offer a rear disc conversion.
not sure if this d-max comes with lsp thou.

My bro is using it as daily ride. No problems so far. FC better than Triton MT or Hilux MT any time. Still lose to DMAX MT. However, power is highest among all 2.5L trucks.

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Added on February 27, 2011, 8:51 pm

U made the right choice here.

What is the shop name? And which one can do better on alignment and balancing. Currently my car is floating when go through uneven road. Spent a lot on changing all those suspension parts absobers, lower arm, upper arm... etc. But still haven't fix the problem yet. Recently check my car deeply, found that maybe got accident before. So, is it possible that the car have accident before and make the wheel alignment not equal or balance?

can anybody help me...my uncle wanna to buy a 4x4...the main purpose is to bring crops such as durian and banana from his farm to town....the road quite hilly and slippery...also he would like to used as a main family transport for his family consisting spouse and 2 children...so back seat comfort also a concern here...

his budget is RM50k max and paid by cash...so currently we did a survey for used mitsubishi storm L200 2.5, ford ranger 2.5, mazda fighter 2.5 and hilux sr 2.5...which one is better deal ya???got any better choice than above list??

tq...

My problem haven't solved yet until today. The last thing I am going to change will be all four tires. Thats why I am asking here about tires. Between, can let me know what is the address for the tire shop that sell yokohama geolander for RM 305/each. Changing all those suspension part cost me around 2.5k.

Hi guys, I'm considering a compact SUV as a family car... any recommendations for one that's reasonably priced (not looking at those luxury ones at the moment)

I would like something new within 200-300k range (Tiguan, XC60, X3 or Q5) but finance minister says only within RM150k range

What are my options for both new or used?
No preference on korean, japanese or local as long as reasonable ride and safe.
No preference on Turbo Diesel or Petrol (though I'm quite keen on a Diesel to have better FC)

I don't think that they are much to choose from, right?

Thanks for all your feedback guys!

So long time no come here liao haha. Anyone know where to buy Dmax snorkel? And those steel rear bumper too. Planning to do some bodylift later about 2.5". Just done lift up the rear about 3" yesterday.

i will get my navara next week
my navara is the 2.5 SE 4WD
i wonder if these cars with electronic 4WD shift will last long because i've read reviews on mitsu and d-max where the electronic shifters jammed
not that i will use the 4wd frequently but takut also if it happens when i really need it

No off road la i only 4x2, only "yeng zai" 

4x2 is like an ordinary car, go to muddy area it will stuck easier than car due to its weight. extra torque will actually dig the mud deeper. so watch out.