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Server Crash PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Saturday, 17 October 2009 00:00
Our hosting provider had a server crash and they moved our site and broke it in doing so. Given that the software was outdated, I have taken the opportunity to upgrade everything -- so thank you for your patience as things will look ugly before they look better. If someone is willing to help me create or modify a Joomla 1.5 template for the new site, that would be greatly appreciated.
Last Updated on Sunday, 08 November 2009 00:49
 
Where can I find Daihatsu Parts? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Thursday, 10 April 2008 09:26

You can still order brand new factory parts from Daihatsu!  Check the distributor list.  If you aren't sure what you need, contact Leon at Daihatsu Help.

To save a money check with your local salvage / parts / junk yard for parts or post on request on the classifieds section of our forum

Last Updated on Thursday, 10 April 2008 10:02
 
Videos from YouTube PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Sunday, 13 January 2008 19:21

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Artificial Raingutters PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Saturday, 03 January 2009 00:19

Artificial Raingutters really help if you want to but a roof rack on your Daihatsu Rocky / Feroza / Sportrak.

Installed with closed window

You can buy an aftermarket system like the Thule 542 Artificial Raingutters Companies like Thule make generic ones. They will work, but expect some water leaks.

The other option is to make a custom one!

Last Updated on Saturday, 03 January 2009 00:26
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UPDATED: Engine Rebuild PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Ross Mclean   
Tuesday, 24 October 2006 16:00


 

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Power Modifications PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Mike Hennessy   
Saturday, 11 June 2005 17:23

MORE POWER!!

This is one area where nearly everyone wants to improve on - the endless search for more power !! More HP in your Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak  is pretty easy to do - especially if you can turn a spanner a bit yourself - The secret to getting more performance out of the engine is to improve the efficiency of the air getting in & the air getting out. ( ie: helping the engine to ' breathe ' better. )

Last Updated on Wednesday, 30 November 2005 15:08
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Suspension Modifications PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Mike Hennessy   
Saturday, 11 June 2005 17:20

The suspension on the Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky is probably best described as solid & reliable - it is not technically innovative & doesn't have huge wheel travel, but is built to take a beating & is easily modified to a certain extent. The main areas most 4wder's are trying to improve on is Ground Clearance & Wheel Travel & in this section you will find ideas on how to improve both on your Feroza.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 30 November 2005 15:13
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Home Made Snorkel PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jayson Burlz   
Wednesday, 23 November 2005 14:44

Courtesy of: http://dougfreeze.com/daihatsu/burlz/index.html

This is a home made snorkel using 70mm pvc plumbers pipe.

 

Last Updated on Thursday, 09 February 2006 14:36
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TeraFlex Revolver Shackles PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Monday, 07 November 2005 09:29

The unique shackle design hinges and rotates to allow leaf springs to flex and compress without additional spring stress. TeraFlex Revolver Shackles are self-supporting and fold against themselves on level ground.

Because the shackles are a bolt-on kit, they can be installed easily with aftermarket suspension systems.

Last Updated on Thursday, 15 December 2005 17:52
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Custom Winch for your Feroza / Rocky! PDF Print E-mail
Written by Ross Mclean   
Tuesday, 25 October 2005 13:46

Having made excuses on lack of supercharger progress because of the winch, thought I would include a Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak winch progress photo.

final product

Last Updated on Friday, 25 November 2005 12:32
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Aftermarket Headers / Extractors PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Thursday, 20 October 2005 09:31

Included are some photos of the Aftermarket Headers you can buy from MRT Performance and Genie Headers.  If you own a Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak you are well aware that the stock OEM exhaust manifold has a tendency to crack -- eventually they will all crack.  So instead of replacing the thing that broke with another thing that will break, consider spending a couple extra bucks and getting a header / extractor system.  At the time of this article was written stock exhaust manifold were $175 USD while MRT Performance were $220 USD and Genie Headers were $288 USD (Refer to manufacturer for pricing; these prices do not include shipping).

Exhaust System 

Why do the original exhaust manifolds break?

Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak exhaust manifolds break due to all the stress that is on them since there is no flex joint in the system from the engine all the way back to the tip of the tail pipe.  As a result the exhaust manifold bears all that weight.  Some might consider this a design flaw :)

Last Updated on Sunday, 30 November 2008 08:38
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4WD Battery Upgrade PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Ross Mclean   
Tuesday, 22 November 2005 11:36

As a result of extra electrical loads the standard battery was looking decidedly undersized so an "upgrade" was investigated. As the diesel model uses a larger battery as standard there seemed hope - and on further investigation this is some unused space.

BOSCH BN70ZX Navigator 4WD battery

Rather than doing it the easy way I decided to fit the largest battery "easily" possible.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 22 November 2005 11:46
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Strange Brake Sounds PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Ross Mclean   
Thursday, 27 October 2005 09:29

As I bought my Daihatsu Feroza (aka Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak) second hand it came with the usual array of "odd" noises.  After new suspension bushes/bearings etc etc I was left with two separate noises that turned out to be the same thing.  Having a bit of a thing about metal on metal noises meant that I had to track them down...

Tools needed: None for initial test, Jack, Axle stand ( or similar ) and Wheel Brace for visual inspection ( please don't work under a car solely supported by a jack ! )

Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 15:39
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Fluctuating Idle PDF Print E-mail
Written by Ross Mclean   
Tuesday, 25 October 2005 17:18

A little technical info that may assist others.

My F300 Daihatsu Feroza (aka Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak) had an unstable idle when purchased - it would change RPM about every two seconds by about 150/200 RPM. The previous owners advice was "they all do it". Don't know if its true but.......

Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 November 2005 15:47
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Cruise Control Installation PDF Print E-mail
Written by Kevin Stoelb   
Saturday, 25 June 2005 20:21

So, you are interested in putting cruise control in your Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak. A friend and I came up with this installation through experimentation, common sense, and good knowledge of the layout of the rocky/feroza. If you feel you have improvements on the design, please feel free to email me This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . I would be happy to include another point of view in the documentation.

 

Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 15:42
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Thule Rack Installation PDF Print E-mail
Written by Kevin Stoelb   
Saturday, 25 June 2005 20:24
So, you are interested in putting some roof racks on the Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak. Through a little experimentation, I came up with this setup. The only drawback, you need to find another daihatsu owner who wants to do this as well, otherwise it can end up costing about US$80 more than you want to spend...
Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 15:41
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Valve Adjustment PDF Print E-mail
Written by 1992 Daihatsu Rocky Service Manual   
Monday, 13 June 2005 16:50

If your Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak valves aren't adjusted properly you can suffer from one of two things.  (1) The valves are too tight and it will cause them to wear (or burn out) quicker or (2) The valves are too loose and you will experience a loss of power. According to the service manual you should check your valves every 15,000 mi. or every 18 months, which ever comes first.

WRU90-EM019

Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 14:53
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Buying a Used Engine PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Sunday, 12 June 2005 11:56

You can purchase used engines for your Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak online from Japan.  For a list of vendors click here.  Original engines will have an 'HD' on the engine block just behind and below the exhaust manifold.  Another common engine used is the Daihatsu Applause, which is almost identical.  The only difference between the two is the size of the cam (but not much) so the applause has a bit more upper rpm range grunt.

Original Rocky/Feroza/Sportrak engine

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Replacement of Spark Plugs PDF Print E-mail
Written by 1992 Daihatsu Rocky Service Manual   
Wednesday, 15 June 2005 18:11
According to the Daihatsu Rocky (aka Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Sportrak) Service Manual you should replace your spark plugs every 30,000 mi or every 36 months which ever come first.

WRU90-MA013

Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 15:52
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Exhaust Leak PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Sunday, 12 June 2005 16:39

If you have an exhaust leak somewhere, you should be able to hear a burbling sound as engine rpms climb.  Locating the leak is easier done with two people, one to rev the engine, another to feel along the exhaust line for air coming out.  Similar to checking a bicycle tube for air leaks, run your hand along the exhaust about an inch away from the pipe.  (WARNING: Do not touch the exhaust it is hot and you can severly burn yourself.)

Here is how to fix a leak inbetween the front pipe and the catalytic converter...

Last Updated on Thursday, 24 November 2005 17:06
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Leaking Gear Oil PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jonathan Morrison   
Sunday, 12 June 2005 15:52

If your Daihatsu Feroza / Daihatsu Rocky / Daihatsu Sportrak is leaking gear oil ("40 weight") one of the things you might want to check for is if the yolks on the propeller shafts are ok.  While it isn't too common, it also isn't too rare for the seal to fail on them.  Mine failed because the bolts holding the transfer case to the mount on the cross member fell out.  The extra movement of the transmission and transfer case caused a hydraulic pressure that broke the seal.

Last Updated on Monday, 31 October 2005 15:52
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