RPM "oscillating"..intermitent high idle 3.5 V6 '98 Jackaroo
Hi, havent been on for a while, as my Jackaroo has been trusty, and working on some other project cars Some time ago I noticed that my early '98 3.5L V6 petrol Jackaroo would intermitently commence...
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Progress on Injector Sleeve Removal Tool
The "Jackarooter" is born. A bit more refinement yet, but it works http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdpLZZgjZ48 Attached Thumbnails
View ArticleK&N air filters
I know they aren't supposed to be great off road, but while I'm commuting to work and around town I thought I'd give one a go. Second measured tank comes out at 10.1L/100k first one was 10.3L/100k. My...
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Top end overhaul
Hi guys, Thought you might be interested to hear about my recent dramas with my normally extremely reliable 4JX1 Jack. I drove it to work without a problem and the next time I started it, it ran...
View ArticleABS light 2000 Monterey...
Have the ADS light on and the code shows that the ABS unit is stuffed. GMH are quoting a ridiculous price, of course. Advice in relation to refirbishment is that it often doesn't provide a long term...
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for sale: 6VE1 and 4L30e + parts
98 6ve1- good condition, 200,000km's - $300 4L30e - stuffed - spat it's teeth i think - $10 or a good story ecu, immobiliser, all relevant cabling, $5 cat converter, $20 2 1/4" cat back exhaust with...
View ArticleWhat rims will fit on a Frontera?
Hi Guys, I am looking for some 15x7 rims for my 01 Frontera LWB. Am I correct that the short wheel base Frontera came out with 15x7 and will fit on mine. Will rims for 01 Rodeo's fit? Any help would be...
View ArticleGood Adelaide mechanic or help with my 4JX1
Hi All, I am handy with the tools but am struggling to get my recently purchased Jack reliable.. giving me the *&^'s... Does anyone know a reasonable mechanic in Adelaide I can trust that can work...
View ArticleWhere to get magnetic sump plug
Has anyone bought a magnetic sump plug for a RC Colorado? What size and where from? Would like to confidently buy one prior to removing the stock one so i dont have to work out how to get to super...
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Fronty Lift
Ok update on progress. Rear springs fitted (Thanks Grant) got about 2 "there, torsion bars tuned up Fitted a mates 31"s from his troopy but the front scraped a little (thinking because the offset is a...
View ArticleCar runs poorly at mid throttle except after cold start
Hi Wondering if anyone can provide any ideas or have experienced this. When I start it from cold, it runs alright. As soon as I stop it and start it again that day, it runs rough and hesitates/surges...
View ArticleRemoving 4JX1 injector sleeves - THE MOVIE!
Hi, Thought you might like to see the actual removal of the injectors and sleeves on one of my vehicles.. this is the YouTube link if you're interested: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFUhY39E_nY...
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4JX1 ORPS diagnosis and replacement
Recently had to do the old oil rail pressure sensor replacement job on my Jack. I was a bit apprehensive tackling it without instructions, so thought I'd throw together a little how-to for anyone in...
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HSV JACKAROO
G'day all, just new here. did a quick search and found no mention of HSV Jackaroos. I got myself a 94 HSV Jackaroo which seems rather unusual. all the references i find on these says that HSV did...
View Articlecant find air leak
4jx1 replaced manifold gasket yesterday thinking it would solve my problem. Wrong Fair enough it took the map sensor code out of the trouble codes but I still have an audible air leak around that area....
View ArticleIs there one or two pins in the pressure control valve.
my 99 jackaroo td has had its issues and when I pulled the pressure control valve out for cleaning I think I may have dropped and lost a small pin. I still have one in there but want find out if there...
View ArticleRPM "oscillating"..intermitent high idle 3.5 V6 '98 Jackaroo
Hi, havent been on for a while, as my Jackaroo has been trusty, and working on some other project cars Some time ago I noticed that my early '98 3.5L V6 petrol Jackaroo would intermitently commence...
View ArticleChanging O2 Sensors
Hi I have a 2004 Holden Rodeo V6 3.5L Isuzu (Petrol). The fuel economy has gone out the window so I'm doing plugs, air filter & O2 sensors. Gone from 500kms a tank to around 350kms a tank. Engine...
View Article"Check Engine" light. Arrrgh
Recently bought a 98 Jackaroo SE. Love it to bits. Am really impressed with it - Until - on the weekend the Check Engine light came on. When it's started cold all is fine, then after about 10 minutes...
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1985 Jackaroo No Headlights Troubleshooting
Hi Guys, A newbie here and I am trying to help out a friend who's got an 1985 Jackaroo which currently has no headlights. The high beam works okay. Usually, I would think it was the relay but I...
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