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- Fri Jan 01, 2021 1:12 pm
- Forum: L400 Technical
- Topic: Getting ahead of rust
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4422
Re: Getting ahead of rust
I wouldn't grind - wire wheel is all that's really needed. In my experience, this is a wildly difficult and demoralizing job. The open areas that won't rust you can easily clean. The convoluted spots where rust starts are impossible to get at. My last 3 imports I have done a really thorough pressure...
- Mon Oct 26, 2020 5:52 am
- Forum: L400 Technical
- Topic: Save Money on Oil Filters?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 23945
Re: Save Money on Oil Filters?
Thanks! When I bought my first Diahatsu Hijet there was no way I was spending $30 on an oil filter and having it shipped from Vancouver. I took a tap, checked the threads and then went to Canadian Tire and searched until I found a filter that was pretty much the same. $5.99 - and I can buy it with m...
- Fri Oct 16, 2020 11:23 am
- Forum: L400 Technical
- Topic: Save Money on Oil Filters?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 23945
Re: Save Money on Oil Filters?
A filter is a filter is a filter. As long as the threads are the same and it is about the same size so that the gasket seats properly go for it. Doesn't matter what vehicle they're made for, they are all the same inside. Or try fitinpart.sg, I get my diesel oil and fuel filters from there and its li...
- Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:25 am
- Forum: L300 Technical
- Topic: Wiring up the rear cigarette lighter so it always has power
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5457
Wiring up the rear cigarette lighter so it always has power
You can easily wire a 12v socket directly to your batteries with a little inline fuse. The risk is, as you mentioned, draining your batteries with these appliances. A phone doesn't require much power but a fan might. You could do the math and determine the number of amp hours the appliances require ...
- Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:18 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Thoughts on the health of this beautiful Delica.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5919
Thoughts on the health of this beautiful Delica.
Best to bring it to a mechanic for a safety inspection. That is pretty routine in Manitoba, I assume also in Ontario. Here one needs a current safety to register and licence a vehicle and you'll get an impartial view of any issues that need attention. Your going to have to spend that money anyway an...
- Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: L300 sale price inquiry
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3161
L300 sale price inquiry
Have you sold it yet? Are you getting lots of inquiries? That would indicate your price is too low.
- Sat Jul 11, 2020 9:54 am
- Forum: L400 Technical
- Topic: L400 Parts - Cross Referencing part numbers for Napa/Lordco etc?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 15171
L400 Parts - Cross Referencing part numbers for Napa/Lordco etc?
If you're going to order them, you might as well order them directly. I use fitinpart.sg for filters and other wear items - use your VIN number to confirm - fuel / oil filters are about $11-13 each. For "other" parts try partsouq or amayama, again use your VIN number to access the proper o...
- Sat Jul 11, 2020 9:49 am
- Forum: L300 Technical
- Topic: L300 fuel pump failure?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 8332
L300 fuel pump failure?
If you have the part number try partsouq or amayama.
- Sat May 09, 2020 1:24 pm
- Forum: Member Introductions
- Topic: Searching searching searching....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5076
Searching searching searching....
Yes, I've often wondered how dealers are getting these vehicles in and selling them and where the profit comes from. A few thoughts: I need a broker, a dealer may not so there is an immediate saving right there. I'm importing one vehicle - it has to be "the one" ( auction grade 4, minty, n...
- Sun May 03, 2020 5:46 am
- Forum: Member Introductions
- Topic: Searching searching searching....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5076
Searching searching searching....
I doubt you'll save money bringing a Delica in yourself. I just brought in a Nissan D21 four door pick up through Pacific Coast JDM. A rough idea of shipping costs: brokerage $1500, shipping $2000, port fees $1000. I had Fraser Valley Imports pick it up and store the truck $200, then I flew to Vanco...
- Sun May 03, 2020 5:27 am
- Forum: Member Introductions
- Topic: Soon to be new Delica owner
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3095
Soon to be new Delica owner
I very much enjoyed my experience with Pacific Coast JDM. The staff are friendly, responses to emails were quick and to the point. I've imported many vehicles and this was the best experience by far.
Ralph in Winnipeg
Ralph in Winnipeg
- Tue Feb 04, 2020 3:51 pm
- Forum: L300 Technical
- Topic: no cold start without block heater
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8956
no cold start without block heater
A diesel should still start at -5C without glow plugs, not happily though :shock: . Certainly check that the glow plugs work and the battery is strong but I'd suspect the injectors are somewhat clogged. Run some injector cleaner through the system, you should notice a difference. If not, try removin...
- Tue Feb 04, 2020 3:50 pm
- Forum: L300 Technical
- Topic: no cold start without block heater
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8956
no cold start without block heater
A diesel should still start at -5C without glow plugs, not happily though :shock: . Certainly check that the glow plugs work and the battery is strong but I'd suspect the injectors are somewhat clogged. Run some injector cleaner through the system, you should notice a difference. If not, try removin...
- Mon Jan 27, 2020 5:35 am
- Forum: L400 Technical
- Topic: Drive shaft universal joints
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4730
Drive shaft universal joints
Try partsouq, amayama and fitinpart. Use your Vin and see if all three sites agree that's the part. You could also bring a u-joint to a decent driveline shop and they can measure it and find a part that way.
Ralph in Winnipeg
Ralph in Winnipeg
- Sun Jan 26, 2020 6:01 pm
- Forum: Member Introductions
- Topic: Looking to buy 2.8 TD Space Gear from neighbor
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4418
Looking to buy 2.8 TD Space Gear from neighbor
Search the forum, there's tons of information.
Depending on what the out of province inspection turns up, the price is decent.
Ralph in Winnipeg
Depending on what the out of province inspection turns up, the price is decent.
Ralph in Winnipeg