Hey guys.
does anyone have a definitive answer on whether or not a 95 surf with a 96 1uzfe swap needs a cat test during its mot?
just need some legislation I can point to, as I know Vince never used cats, but my tester seems insistent it needs one. I though it would just...
No content found
Please log in to your account to view your subscribed posts.
| Directory | Topics | Posts | Last Post | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HILUX SURF FORUMS - GENERAL INTEREST/CHITCHAT | |||||||||
|
FAQ about Surf's
Frequently posted threads eg Insurance, ECT, That little red button etc- No posting
Topics: 12
Posts: 14
|
12 | 14 |
|
||||||
|
The Sticky Threads
Threads you need to read
Topics: 13
Posts: 909
Last Post:
Toyota Original Part Numbers
|
13 | 909 |
|
||||||
|
General
General chit chat
Topics: 47,194
Posts: 567,664
Last Post:
Personalised number plates - Best and worst
|
47,194 | 567,664 |
|
||||||
|
Build logs
Here is where you can log your builds! If you've done an interesting build or restoration of an entire truck (eg something start to finish), then create a thread in here :)
Topics: 8
Posts: 230
Last Post:
1994 4Runner V6 3.0 aka The Beast..
|
8 | 230 |
|
||||||
|
Spotted out 'n' about
Spotted someone out and about, post it here
Topics: 678
Posts: 2,006
|
678 | 2,006 |
|
||||||
|
New Users - First time posts
For new users posting for the first time your first thread/post must be made in this section. It will then be moderated, made live and moved to the correct section. Once this is done you will be able to post anywhere on the forum.
Topics: 369
Posts: 821
Last Post:
Hilux Surf KZN185
|
369 | 821 |
|
||||||
|
Jokes
All Jokes should be posted here - please no really off colour jokes (I think we are all adult to know what is acceptable) as this is a Forum open to all with no minimum age.
Topics: 3,552
Posts: 8,514
Last Post:
Palm Pilot and DVD Writer
|
3,552 | 8,514 |
|
||||||
| HILUX SURF FORUMS - TECHNICAL | |||||||||
|
2.4 & 2.8
Technical problems on 2.4 engined Surfs
Topics: 5,611
Posts: 42,493
Last Post:
Sold!
|
5,611 | 42,493 |
|
||||||
|
Technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and engine manuals
Manuals for surfs and pickups, 1KZT/E engine, 1KZ/T engine, 22-re engine, 5L-E engine, wiring diagrams and more
Topics: 8
Posts: 20
Last Post:
Toyota Surf Owners Manual
|
8 | 20 |
|
||||||
|
Sub-Forums:
| |||||||||
|
3.0 Turbo Diesel
Mechanical problems on later KZN130, KZN185 and newer Surfs
Topics: 4,091
Posts: 30,695
Last Post:
little gremlins in my ECD?
|
4,091 | 30,695 |
|
||||||
|
Petrol Engine Surf's
Technical problems on V6 Petrol engined 4 Runners
Topics: 240
Posts: 1,906
Last Post:
MOT emissions failed
|
240 | 1,906 |
|
||||||
|
Technical - Mechanical - General
Mechanical Technical problems not specifically related to engine type - e.g. suspension, chassis etc.
Topics: 5,388
Posts: 36,359
|
5,388 | 36,359 |
|
||||||
|
Technical - Electrical
All Electrical Discussions.
Topics: 2,848
Posts: 18,865
Last Post:
1993 Hilux Surf 1KZ-TE Fault Codes
|
2,848 | 18,865 |
|
||||||
|
Engine Transplants
Fitting different engines in the Surf
Topics: 211
Posts: 5,919
Last Post:
MOT advice (Catalytic converters 1uzfe swap)
|
211 | 5,919 |
|
||||||
|
Modifications
Modifications
Topics: 983
Posts: 12,998
Last Post:
PCV Reroute
|
983 | 12,998 |
|
||||||
| OFF ROAD | |||||||||
|
Byways - BOATS - RUPPS etc
everything you need to know about Byways - RUPPS - BOATS etc
Where you can & can't go and when you can and can't go on them.
Topics: 51
Posts: 166
Last Post:
Wokingham byways may need some help
|
51 | 166 |
|
||||||
|
Sub-Forums:
| |||||||||
|
Off Road - Centres
Experiences / discussion at off road centres.
Topics: 377
Posts: 6,800
Last Post:
Scottish Offroad driving Centre
|
377 | 6,800 |
|
||||||
|
Off Road - Green Laning / Expeditions
Hard and Soft Core off road experiences and discussions.
Topics: 860
Posts: 19,724
Last Post:
green laning north wales possible routes
|
860 | 19,724 |
|
||||||
| FOR SALE & SWAPS | |||||||||
|
Topics: 667
Posts: 3,031
|
667 | 3,031 |
|
||||||
|
Parts For Sale
Accessories and parts for sale, swap etc.
Topics: 1,063
Posts: 13,170
|
1,063 | 13,170 |
|
||||||
|
Anything else for sale
Anything not Surf related
Topics: 16
Posts: 95
Last Post:
Range Rover Classic / Discovery 1 bits
|
16 | 95 |
|
||||||
|
Forum Swap Shop
any item you want to swap
Topics: 254
Posts: 1,794
Last Post:
4.1 lsd. I have under armour...
|
254 | 1,794 |
|
||||||
| WANTED | |||||||||
|
Topics: 484
Posts: 3,378
|
484 | 3,378 |
|
||||||
|
Topics: 4,391
Posts: 18,507
|
4,391 | 18,507 |
|
||||||
| Gear Reviews | |||||||||
|
Tyres
Reviews of Tyres used by forum Members.
Topics: 253
Posts: 1,913
Last Post:
Nortenha tyres
|
253 | 1,913 |
|
||||||
|
General Accessories
Discussions on accessories that are not specifically off road add ons.
Topics: 162
Posts: 1,229
Last Post:
Roof Bar - near sunroof
|
162 | 1,229 |
|
||||||
| PICTURE OF THE MONTH COMPETITION | |||||||||
|
RULES
Please read the rules before posting in this section
Topics: 1
Posts: 1
Last Post:
The Rules
|
1 | 1 | |||||||
|
Topics: 350
Posts: 1,837
Last Post:
27 Years old, still turns heads !
|
350 | 1,837 |
|
||||||
|
Topics: 244
Posts: 627
Last Post:
My House in Winter Wonderland
|
244 | 627 |
|
||||||
|
Topics: 297
Posts: 1,085
Last Post:
My pal, Hudson.
|
297 | 1,085 |
|
||||||
|
Topics: 172
Posts: 583
Last Post:
Gambling question
|
172 | 583 |
|
||||||
| DEALER REVIEWS | |||||||||
|
Dealer Experience
Discussions relating to dealer experience good or bad.
Topics: 211
Posts: 918
Last Post:
3rd Gen Dealer/Importer
|
211 | 918 |
|
||||||
|
Non Surf related off road things
For Surf owners with other off road interests
Topics: 266
Posts: 3,076
|
266 | 3,076 |
|
||||||
| TECHNICAL ARTICLES | |||||||||
|
Maintenance and Repair
Technical Articles on Maintenance and repair.
|
|
||||||||
|
Sub-Forums:
| |||||||||
|
Modifications - Cosmetic
Other modifications not specifically off roading e.g. Stereo, lighting, Roofracks, In car electronics like TVs, GPS etc.
|
|
||||||||
|
Modifications - Hard Core and Off Road
Hardcore technical modifications e.g. Suspension, Engine etc.
|
|
||||||||
There are currently 436 users online. 1 members and 435 guests.
Most users ever online was 1,975 at 18:33 on 12 August 2023.
-
9 July 2025, 12:53
-
Lots to talk about but anyone know if US 94 4Runner tie rods and wheel bearing kits are interchangeable with 94 Hilux surf? I have the Y-KZN130 japan right side drive 1KZNTE 3.0 Diesel motor.1 July 2025, 10:11
-
Yes I know, about as easy to get as dragon scales, however, I found this and ordered one.
UAB ELART
Eisiskui pl. 36
Vilnius LT-02184
Lithuania.
The gasket fits the whole range of 2L engines and is manufactured by the German company Fruedenberg ( I worked for...28 June 2025, 13:54
-
Hey guys.
does anyone have a definitive answer on whether or not a 95 surf with a 96 1uzfe swap needs a cat test during its mot?
just need some legislation I can point to, as I know Vince never used cats, but my tester seems insistent it needs one. I though it would just...9 July 2025, 12:53 -
There are some really cringe-worthy ones out there. Worst I ever saw was:
Bravo One Six November Oscar Bravo
B16NOB
What a c*ck!19 May 2013, 17:18