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I stumbled across a video on youtube, of a vehicle failure on the Canning (posted this month).
So what? Vehicle failure on the Canning is a regular occurrence, although this failure is more severe than most. But it was the discussion that caught my eye, and the contributions of one person in particular. Lots of information - I haven't read all of it, and I'm still digesting the bits that I have read. Like the following advice to the poster of the video, about his Hilux:
As I said, posted for discussion. One man's opinion offered to a Hilux owner, it may contain points for us all to consider. Or not.
There are more posts from the above author in the comments to the video, for those who are truly interested.
Shall we discuss?
I stumbled across a video on youtube, of a vehicle failure on the Canning (posted this month).
So what? Vehicle failure on the Canning is a regular occurrence, although this failure is more severe than most. But it was the discussion that caught my eye, and the contributions of one person in particular. Lots of information - I haven't read all of it, and I'm still digesting the bits that I have read. Like the following advice to the poster of the video, about his Hilux:
Advice...hmmmm..
1. Fit a Ryco oil catch can kit to avoid blocking the PCV system with oil, and minimising the the oil misting that contaminates the inlet manifold, restricting airflow, generating inaccurate MAP sensor readings that confuse the ECU into thinking the engine is still cold, thus instructing the injectors to hold open for an extended period causing rich running situation and excessive soot production, which will long term cause backpressure throughout the exhaust system. Long term, if this situation is not rectified, engine oil will become extensively contaminated with abrasive soot, which will cause excessive engine wear and sludge the motor. Do not use mineral oil, always use fully synthetic, preferably Penrite due to superior chemical technologies designed for Australian conditions, and do not exceed 10k service. No oil currently on the market is designed to exceed this distance, especially in daily drivers that contaminates build up in due to the oil never reaching operating temperature.
2. We remove the standard Toyota oil filter system, installing a dual bypass system, again supplied by Ryco, and utilising the recommended disposable filters. The bypass system giving the assurance of complete and sustainable filtration if the primary becomes restricted, and enters bypass mode. You will not know if this occurs with the factory system allowing contaminates to continue to circulate. The aftermarket system offers a telltale light system to indicate bypass.
3. Fit a radiator coolant filter to minimise solid particular contamination injection thru the expansion tank due to cap sealing failures. There is nothing available on the market so we engineered our own system that involves adding a bypass to the top radiator hose and the use of a Cummins diesel coolant filter remote mount. Simply, bypass a restricted amount of coolant from the top radiator hose, thru the filter and return back into the system thru the bottom radiator hose. To achieve this we use Davis Craig low coolant radiator hose adapters, modified to accept 3/4 " BSP fittings. This allows the entire coolant volume to be filtered every 2-3 hrs, depending on coolant flow and any other restrictions.
4. Fit a Redarc coolant monitoring system, install a screamer siren and flashing light into the vehicles interior via the external output, and add a 10-20 second timer within the circuit to shutdown the vehicle when activated. The timer allows you to take evasive action to move to safety. The system we install incorporates a safety implementation that will not allow the engine to be restarted until coolant is replaced. There is a over ride system known only to our mechanics.
5. Carefully inspect all mounting hardware of the radiator/condenser as they are prone to failure induced by reduced torsional rigidity engineering with the front radiator structure, resulting in excessive pressure application at attachment points, both on the vehicle and components.
6. Update wheel studs as a Toyota supplier subsituted poor grade high tensile studs for a lower grade, the difference is in the metallurgy. Place with grade 8 mining spec.
7. Carefully inspect Sunraysa rims for rust hidden behind the silicon band that seals the open joint between the rim and centre. Moisture will quickly degrade the surfaces as the area is unpainted, withholds moisture in a warm atmosphere and reacts with the piwdercoating, causing corrosion to spread via osmosis between the substrate and coating. Failure is usually catastrophic. Always use mine spec fully galvanised heavy duty rims to assure this will not occur. These can be powdercoated without chemically destroying the galvanic properties.
8. Springpacks, bushings, and mounting points are all recognised areas of failure due to excessive body flexing caused by overloading, uneven positioning of storage facilities, excessive speeds over corrugated roads, and lack of close maintenance. Fracturing around points of contact are common due to body flexing but rarely fail. Take close notice of damage to underbody sealant near attachment. This can indicate extensive flexing. Please dont take this as gospel in your situation, as all situations are unique. Vehicles on mine sites are in the most extreme environments imaginable and failures not recognised in the civilian world are common. This is why Toyota has developed their mining packs for Hilux and Landcruisers over the past 40 years. Developments and failures onsite ensure the civilian version is virtually indestructable. And for the ultimate off-road vehicle, look to a mining pack as your next purchase. With over 2000 improvements over the civilian versions, and factory fitment of such equipment as extra remote mount batteries and axle portals, they are possibly the ultimate off-road vehicle.
1. Fit a Ryco oil catch can kit to avoid blocking the PCV system with oil, and minimising the the oil misting that contaminates the inlet manifold, restricting airflow, generating inaccurate MAP sensor readings that confuse the ECU into thinking the engine is still cold, thus instructing the injectors to hold open for an extended period causing rich running situation and excessive soot production, which will long term cause backpressure throughout the exhaust system. Long term, if this situation is not rectified, engine oil will become extensively contaminated with abrasive soot, which will cause excessive engine wear and sludge the motor. Do not use mineral oil, always use fully synthetic, preferably Penrite due to superior chemical technologies designed for Australian conditions, and do not exceed 10k service. No oil currently on the market is designed to exceed this distance, especially in daily drivers that contaminates build up in due to the oil never reaching operating temperature.
2. We remove the standard Toyota oil filter system, installing a dual bypass system, again supplied by Ryco, and utilising the recommended disposable filters. The bypass system giving the assurance of complete and sustainable filtration if the primary becomes restricted, and enters bypass mode. You will not know if this occurs with the factory system allowing contaminates to continue to circulate. The aftermarket system offers a telltale light system to indicate bypass.
3. Fit a radiator coolant filter to minimise solid particular contamination injection thru the expansion tank due to cap sealing failures. There is nothing available on the market so we engineered our own system that involves adding a bypass to the top radiator hose and the use of a Cummins diesel coolant filter remote mount. Simply, bypass a restricted amount of coolant from the top radiator hose, thru the filter and return back into the system thru the bottom radiator hose. To achieve this we use Davis Craig low coolant radiator hose adapters, modified to accept 3/4 " BSP fittings. This allows the entire coolant volume to be filtered every 2-3 hrs, depending on coolant flow and any other restrictions.
4. Fit a Redarc coolant monitoring system, install a screamer siren and flashing light into the vehicles interior via the external output, and add a 10-20 second timer within the circuit to shutdown the vehicle when activated. The timer allows you to take evasive action to move to safety. The system we install incorporates a safety implementation that will not allow the engine to be restarted until coolant is replaced. There is a over ride system known only to our mechanics.
5. Carefully inspect all mounting hardware of the radiator/condenser as they are prone to failure induced by reduced torsional rigidity engineering with the front radiator structure, resulting in excessive pressure application at attachment points, both on the vehicle and components.
6. Update wheel studs as a Toyota supplier subsituted poor grade high tensile studs for a lower grade, the difference is in the metallurgy. Place with grade 8 mining spec.
7. Carefully inspect Sunraysa rims for rust hidden behind the silicon band that seals the open joint between the rim and centre. Moisture will quickly degrade the surfaces as the area is unpainted, withholds moisture in a warm atmosphere and reacts with the piwdercoating, causing corrosion to spread via osmosis between the substrate and coating. Failure is usually catastrophic. Always use mine spec fully galvanised heavy duty rims to assure this will not occur. These can be powdercoated without chemically destroying the galvanic properties.
8. Springpacks, bushings, and mounting points are all recognised areas of failure due to excessive body flexing caused by overloading, uneven positioning of storage facilities, excessive speeds over corrugated roads, and lack of close maintenance. Fracturing around points of contact are common due to body flexing but rarely fail. Take close notice of damage to underbody sealant near attachment. This can indicate extensive flexing. Please dont take this as gospel in your situation, as all situations are unique. Vehicles on mine sites are in the most extreme environments imaginable and failures not recognised in the civilian world are common. This is why Toyota has developed their mining packs for Hilux and Landcruisers over the past 40 years. Developments and failures onsite ensure the civilian version is virtually indestructable. And for the ultimate off-road vehicle, look to a mining pack as your next purchase. With over 2000 improvements over the civilian versions, and factory fitment of such equipment as extra remote mount batteries and axle portals, they are possibly the ultimate off-road vehicle.
There are more posts from the above author in the comments to the video, for those who are truly interested.
Shall we discuss?
so stopped.
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