Proper Introduction from a Newbe

Woodbert · 01-28-2003, 12:31 AM

Greetings All! Although I'm new to the forum, until recently I had a 93 Hilux 3.0L V6 that I just loved. The infamous headgasket blew and I decided it was time to buy a new one.

I live in Japan so I bought the Hilux SSR-G 3.4L V6, which I believe is the equivalent of the Limited model in the states. I get it from the dealer on February 7th.

Anyway, this seems like a pretty active board with lots of helpful responses. So Hello everyone and I hope I can contribute something to the board.
2003 Hilux Surf

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RTdawgs · 01-28-2003, 04:05 AM

welcome

nice lookin surf

SLC Punk · 01-28-2003, 06:23 AM

Welcome to the forum!

Now its time to import us some accessories

phong · 01-28-2003, 06:25 AM

I find it interesting that they're still using the 3.4L V6 in the 2003's in Japan.

Oh yeah, welcome Woodbert

Woodbert · 01-28-2003, 08:05 AM

I think it has to do with the Kyoto Treaty and the enviromental regs. The V8 is definately not available.

I couldn't even get the factory hitch receiver available in the states and no one has one yet.

Thanks for the welcome!

Dr. Zhivago · 01-28-2003, 09:35 AM

Welcome.

I hope you enjoy your stay here.

Peace!
Dr. Z

butnut · 01-28-2003, 09:53 PM

Welcome Woodbert-san. I believe you are the first member from Japan. Congrats on your new 4th gen Surf. Don't be suprised if you get emails asking for those kool Japan only parts.

I have no idea why Toyota USA won't bring anything in...

butnut

Woodbert · 01-28-2003, 11:00 PM

Butnut-san,

Aloha,

hey bra, you da kine? I have alot of nisei friends here so I have a pretty strong local connection for a haole boy!

I tell ya man, I tried to get Toyota of Japan to get me the hitch receiver available on the stateside models and they might as well be from two seperate planets. If you can get me a 2 inch receiver hitch I'll send you all the Japanese parts you want. No one has one yet, American or Japanese and I'm stuck. Can't pull my Jet Ski without a hitch.

Anyways, thanks bra..

Paul H. · 01-29-2003, 07:50 AM

Greetings from North Carolina and congrats. on your purchase.

tomus1000 · 01-29-2003, 08:40 AM

Welcome to the forum. Everyone here is a little bit crazy so you should fit right in. I am sure that you are the first member with a '03 Hilux. Do you have access to the TRD goodies like we do?

Woodbert · 01-29-2003, 10:39 AM

Yeah, they have an entire TRD package you can get when you order the truck that includes suspension, and exhaust along with some body mods. Quite a bit available.

Woody

butnut · 01-29-2003, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Woodbert
Butnut-san,

Aloha,

hey bra, you da kine? I have alot of nisei friends here so I have a pretty strong local connection for a haole boy!

I tell ya man, I tried to get Toyota of Japan to get me the hitch receiver available on the stateside models and they might as well be from two seperate planets. If you can get me a 2 inch receiver hitch I'll send you all the Japanese parts you want. No one has one yet, American or Japanese and I'm stuck. Can't pull my Jet Ski without a hitch.

Anyways, thanks bra..

Hey man, you from hea? Sounds like it...I'll be glad to help you out with the hitch. Let me know all the info (PM or email me) and we can work out the shipping. I thought you was one bobola

using one of those translation things...hehe , should have known Woodbert sounds like one haole name.

I even get a discount on Toy parts so mo cheap. Let me know. Aloha

FattyCBR · 01-29-2003, 07:58 PM

Woodbert-

I sent you a private message about looking for a hitch. Drop me an email if you get a chance.

Thanks,
Milan

mheath@utk.edu

01-28-2003, 04:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
RTdawgs Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,066	welcome nice lookin surf __________________ Ryan New: 2008 4Runner Sport. Mild, not wild. Old: 2000 4Runner 305s, Locker, TJM, Warn, Skids, Sliders, SC

01-28-2003, 06:23 AM	#3 (permalink)
SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	Welcome to the forum! Now its time to import us some accessories __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

01-28-2003, 06:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
phong Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Manchester, CT Posts: 215	I find it interesting that they're still using the 3.4L V6 in the 2003's in Japan. Oh yeah, welcome Woodbert __________________ 2000 4Runner SR5 4WD Retrofit Electric Locker Rear \| Detroit TrueTrac Front & 4.56 gears \| 32" A/T Revo's 2003 Nissan Maxima SE 6MT Front Strut Bar \| Rear Sway Bar \| Short-shifter kit

01-28-2003, 08:05 AM	#5 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	I think it has to do with the Kyoto Treaty and the enviromental regs. The V8 is definately not available. I couldn't even get the factory hitch receiver available in the states and no one has one yet. Thanks for the welcome! __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

01-28-2003, 09:53 PM	#7 (permalink)
butnut Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: The Aloha State Posts: 989	Welcome Woodbert-san. I believe you are the first member from Japan. Congrats on your new 4th gen Surf. Don't be suprised if you get emails asking for those kool Japan only parts. I have no idea why Toyota USA won't bring anything in... butnut __________________ Brian B like dat den... 2006 DuB CaB Tacoma Speedway Blue TRD Sport

01-28-2003, 09:35 AM	#6 (permalink)
Dr. Zhivago Away Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,589	Welcome. I hope you enjoy your stay here. Peace! Dr. Z

01-28-2003, 11:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	Butnut-san, Aloha, hey bra, you da kine? I have alot of nisei friends here so I have a pretty strong local connection for a haole boy! I tell ya man, I tried to get Toyota of Japan to get me the hitch receiver available on the stateside models and they might as well be from two seperate planets. If you can get me a 2 inch receiver hitch I'll send you all the Japanese parts you want. No one has one yet, American or Japanese and I'm stuck. Can't pull my Jet Ski without a hitch. Anyways, thanks bra.. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

01-29-2003, 08:40 AM	#10 (permalink)
tomus1000 Contributing Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Wallingford, Ct Posts: 1,595	Welcome to the forum. Everyone here is a little bit crazy so you should fit right in. I am sure that you are the first member with a '03 Hilux. Do you have access to the TRD goodies like we do? __________________ -Noel- 2002 Tacoma Double Cab Impulse Red w/ color keyed package...2nd generation supercharger...TRD off road package...TRD boost guage...TRD tranny cooler...Borla exhaust...Speed Liner spray in bed liner

01-29-2003, 10:39 AM	#11 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	Yeah, they have an entire TRD package you can get when you order the truck that includes suspension, and exhaust along with some body mods. Quite a bit available. Woody __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

01-29-2003, 07:58 PM	#13 (permalink)
FattyCBR Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Towson, MD Posts: 524	Woodbert- I sent you a private message about looking for a hitch. Drop me an email if you get a chance. Thanks, Milan mheath@utk.edu __________________ Milan _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ Support our troops! '98 4R Limited '82 Toy 4.3, SM465, D20 <- Sold

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