Repair Help

We have made it easier to explain how to correctly install the rear axle half shaft seals onto the retainer collar for ABS and NON-ABS models.  With ABS ring fitted. Without ABS ring fitted. Seal fitted correctly; 1. Correct depth in axle casing. 2. Fitted square in axle casing. Do NOT use excessive force on fitting inner seal. 1. You...

This breakdown explains how to dissemble and refit a new rear wheel bearing for Toyota 4x4 rear axles. It is very common for the correct procedure to be ignored which can often resolve in a damaged half shaft. Incorrect fitment and positioning of the retainer collars and inner seals can also cause the half shaft to leak by not setting the correct depth...

Is your car due an oil change? Probably. If you want to save a few pounds, then why not make the switch to semi synthetic? Synthetic oils are specially designed to offer high-quality, consistent performance. The benefit of using these oils is that your engine is protected over a greater temperature range, compared with using standard mineral oil. Synthetic oils...

How to install 30mm wheel spacers on a Toyota 4x4 Hilux pickup. This video explains the best procedure from start to finish of fitment. We cannot stress enough to NEVER USE AIR TOOLS when fitting any aluminium wheel spacer. Click here to view all Wheel Spacers for your Toyota 4×4.

Winter is when your Toyota most often produce those unexpected problems, but with a careful bit of preparation you can help prevent your vehicle from letting you down at the coldest time of the year, and more often than not, in the worst place, at the worst time! My following tips should help ease some of that burden. This especially applies...

Are you experiencing overheating, water or coolant evaporation on your Toyota Hilux Pickup, Hilux Surf or Land Cruiser? If you are you’re likely to be a victim of the dreaded cracked cylinder head. This article will walk you through the simple steps you will need to follow to identify a cracked cylinder head. What are the most popular cracked cylinder head areas? The most...

Measuring shock absorbers for your 4x4 couldn't be easier! RoughTrax explain the correct procedure of measuring shock absorbers for 4x4's. Click here to view all Shock Absorbers for your Toyota 4×4.