Welcome to all owners of Toyota Fortuner [continued]

[servantguy]

1.Hi im looking to replace my current rims with 20" black rhino karoo matt black
Is black rhino good brand for after market rims?
2.Also looking for suggestion for decent brands of after market rims around 40k to 60k price range
3.also how the ride of a 2017 fortuner with 20" rims?

Hi,

1) Rhinos are a good brand, a little too rugged looks wise for my taste but that's their market it appears.

2) Lenso and Concept One come to mind for other good brands in that range. A set of Lenso 20s are about 60k. There are OEM look rims floating around that cost less as well, if you're into that bigger wheel, stock look philosophy.

3) As for the ride, you'll have to see what you and your passengers can tolerate. You won't be able to beat the "less rubber on 20s vs 18s means less cushioning" truth, but that doesn't mean moving up to 20s is a deal breaker for you. If you can get a feel for a Fortuner with 20s before you buy, which I admit is a luxury many of us may not have, then better. Many are ok with it, but then there are also many who say it's too uncomfortable for their families.

Happy hunting!

- servantguy -

[servantguy]

tire lock? for the spare tire?
i buy the cheap bike lock from the mall.

in my opinion, the main function of these locks, is deterrence.
if the thief wants really, to steal your tire, he will succeed, given enough time.
the lock is just to tell him, "this will take more time; am i willing to chance it?".

100% agree dr. d. Same reason fire safes have a time rating and are never "undefeatable". Make it hard and make them think twice.

p.s. I think OP and I were using the term tire lock for an undercar tire cover, as his post later on would convey That's my bad. I wanted to cover my tire and lock it, hence the suggestion.

- servantguy -

[Pilgrim]

This 12 yo diesel engine unit has served us well and I plan to keep it. Can you advise on the practicality and sources maybe of the following things I want to do with it
a. A fresh coat of paint. Change color
b. Change head lights - yellowing and cloudy
c. Seats - cracked leather. Where can I buy 'fresh' non-leather replacements?
d. Remove floor carpet and replace with plastic type for easy cleaning.

Will appreciate any feedback.

Rico

[jaggerx3]

This 12 yo diesel engine unit has served us well and I plan to keep it. Can you advise on the practicality and sources maybe of the following things I want to do with it
a. A fresh coat of paint. Change color
b. Change head lights - yellowing and cloudy
c. Seats - cracked leather. Where can I buy 'fresh' non-leather replacements?
d. Remove floor carpet and replace with plastic type for easy cleaning.

Will appreciate any feedback.

Rico

Where you from?

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[waver]

Hi guys, am not that experienced with cars hence i tend to listen to casa (mistake?). SA told me you cannot change headlight bulb unless its the proper wattage, or same wattage as OEM. Would anyone know the wattage of fortuner 2010 low beam? I really want to change to something a bit stronger maybe phillips/osram? (Ive been searching the web and all i see are HB3s, HB4s.. which i dont understand). Any help appreciated. Thx

[dr. d]

Hi guys, am not that experienced with cars hence i tend to listen to casa (mistake?). SA told me you cannot change headlight bulb unless its the proper wattage, or same wattage as OEM. Would anyone know the wattage of fortuner 2010 low beam? I really want to change to something a bit stronger maybe phillips/osram? (Ive been searching the web and all i see are HB3s, HB4s.. which i dont understand). Any help appreciated. Thx

the owner's manual should show the various bulb designs and the wattages of the car's lights, po.
increasing wattage also increases heat generation. something might melt, if the housing and wiring are not upgraded to handle the heat.

[waver]

Thanks dr. d.. after searching and searching all it says is H11, Type A, W 55 (whatever that means hehe).

[Pilgrim]

Santa Rosa Laguna Sir.

Where you from?

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[benjieg]

You can consider changing bulbs to another type of the same wattage such as the Osram Night Breaker. It is noticeably brighter and since it's the same wattage as stock, it's safe for your wiring and housing.

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[waver]

You can consider changing bulbs to another type of the same wattage such as the Osram Night Breaker. It is noticeably brighter and since it's the same wattage as stock, it's safe for your wiring and housing.

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Thanks benjieg. Im assuming the 55 for W stands for 55watts.. Hopefully naman alam din ng mga nagbebenta which size and wattage would be safe and useable.

[DHomeyyzz_03]

Sirs We might take a look at purchasing a 2nd Gen Fortuner vvti gas. Totoo po ba na malakas sa Gas?? Mga what po ang estimated KM/l ang mileage?? Nakikita kasi namin na baka pag diesel ay matipid nga kaso pag maintenance na, doon na sasakit ang ulo natin. Especially with the faulty D4d engines of that Fortuner generation and our dirty diesel fuel here. Nasa Suburbs lang naman kami nakatira. near boundaries of Metro Manila, Cavite and Laguna so SLEX lang ang madalas daanan papunta Metro Manila and a little bit of NLEX if going on weekend vacations.

We already have a Diesel car which is a Pajero FM. so baka yun na daily car namin because it's very reliable and we might think of having gas car para may choices sa paggamit incase Our FM breaks down like calibration/aircon Problems kasi yun ang common na sakit niya.

[waver]

2010 fort.. i travel city driving only Makati to Makati 3.5 km lang one way. Average ko is 3.9km/l (as per info sa dashboard). Masyado malakas sa gas bro, i want to change it i just cant yet..

[norelco]

+1 sa diesel, alam ko lahat ng gas station dyan sa atin euro 4 na, so ok na siya unlike before[emoji1]


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[waver]

2010 fort.. i travel city driving only Makati to Makati 3.5 km lang one way. Average ko is 3.9km/l (as per info sa dashboard). Masyado malakas sa gas bro, i want to change it i just cant yet..

*Dhomeyzz_03: Updating stats per dashboard. I reset the counter. Taking skyway everyday now.. average is up to 8km/l skyway driving. But once you reach the city, after few minutes baba kaagad sa 6.9km/l... not sure if thats good enough for you to get gas over diesel

[Iceman2275]

Hi newbie here, I've just reached 1000 km. What type of oil should I use mineral or synthetic and how much would it cost me for the 1000 km pms at the casa? Thanks

[JMS12]

Hi newbie here, I've just reached 1000 km. What type of oil should I use mineral or synthetic and how much would it cost me for the 1000 km pms at the casa? Thanks

mineral oil ka na dont go on synthetic kasi papalitan din nila yan sa 5000km mo.. less than 5k yan

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[June R.]

sory for the post.

[jagnostic]

Anung brand ng power steering fluid nyo? 1st time ko kasi kung mag tatop up. TIA

[aycayc]

hi guys,

does anyone have a super/freedom white fortuner and had it painted white pearl? will lto mind if i do that? how much kaya abutin?

[dr. d]

hi guys,

does anyone have a super/freedom white fortuner and had it painted white pearl? will lto mind if i do that? how much kaya abutin?

lto determines color, based on the primary or basic color. it does not differentiate among the various shades that fall under "white".
i see no problem.

in my old car, the factory color was jamaican green, but in truth, it is better described as blue-green. lto listed my car under green.