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  1. Saw a set of side steps on a 2005 Kluger at Rathmines Wreckers last week. At lake Macquarie.
  2. Hey mate, I got an Ultra Racing sway bar for my 2006 Kluger. Not the same model Kluger as yours but it's likely UR will have one to suit. It's a PITA but to find aftermarket stuff for the earlier Klugers you need to cross reference using Highlander (overseas name for the Kluger) and sister brands or models and troll through different forums. I got a heap of info off the Toyotanation forum in the US. For example the 2003 to 2007 Kluger uses much the same platform and the same engine as the Lexus RX330 and the Harrier. Ultra Racing Australia didn't know the cross compatibility until I enquired. I also put a set of Eibach lowering springs. There will be differences in part numbers between the AWD and FWD so something to be aware of. All the best!
  3. Yes there has been an increase in fuel consumption which I am attributing to the wheel/tyre combo. I also have a 60mm lift which can apparently also lead to an increase in fuel consumption. I'd say stick with 225 or 235 at most. Wider wheels are not always better and can be worse in the wet and dirt roads from what I understand and another reason why I want to go back to 225. My aim is dirt roads, easy fire trails, and beaches, and the highways to get there. No 4WD tracks needing low range. Yes they aren't the most sexy wheels around but a tyre with a more aggressive tread and a slightly bigger diametre might help the aesthetics much like mine. Of course fuel consumption will be worse ...much like mine lol. At least with a 2.4 engine you spend less on fuel than I do. .
  4. Hi mate, got your PM. I'm pretty sure it's a positive offset of 35 but happy to be corrected by a member here. What I do know is that all 1st and 2nd gen Kluger wheels (except one subversion) have an offset of 35 (model years 2000 to 2013) and are straight swaps. Later generations and years have an offset of 30 (except one subversion) and so are also straight swaps as they will be further away from the strut by an extra 5mm (35-30=5). The offset of 50 you got brought the wheel 15mm closer to the strut. Have a look at this website for all models - https://www.wheel-size.com/size/toyota/kluger/2004/ My wheels are 17" x 7.5" with an offset of 35 and come off a 2nd generation Kluger. I also use a larger diametre and wider tyre (245/65R17). I'm currently trying to source a lighter set of wheels (in an offset of 30) as I want to reduce fuel consumption which is my current gripe. For the same reason I'll drop back to 225 width tyres but will maintain the bigger overall diametre. You can go to 18", 19" and even 20" wheels but you're getting into rubber band territory with the tyres. The ride will get more and more harsh especially if you go onto a dirt road. Have a look at the Lexus RX300 and RX330 wheels which come in 17" and 18" and an offset of 30 or 35. It's practically the same car with most of the chassis and engine parts the same or interchangeable. I've used a rear aftermarket Lexus swaybar for my Kluger. Use this calculator to get an idea of wheel, tyre and offset combinations - https://www.wheel-size.com/calc/ There's a huge forum at Toyota Nation where the Kluger is called the Highlander. Heaps of info and mods over there.
  5. Looking for Roof rails for Toyota Kluger MCU28R. Can swap with the roof channels I have for those who want to do a roof rail delete. Sydney based.
  6. Looking for Roof rails for Toyota Kluger MCU28R. Can swap with the roof channels I have for those who want to do a roof rail delete. Sydney based.
  7. Hi Marllon, I'd be interested to know also for reference though things are usually a lot dryer here in Australia. What wheels and tyres do you have on your car? I'm usually on the Toyota Nation Gen 1 Highlander forum which is more active for our cars. You might get more responses over there.
  8. Just got back after driving 600km on freeway and very bad country road (aptly named the Buckets Way) while towing a boat. There's very slight rub from the front right wheel on the plastics and on the frame(?) when at full hard lock turning left (see photo). It could even be the whiskers on the new tyres which are rubbing and not the tyre itself as there are no marks on the tyre. There's about 20mm gap between the tyre and plastics on the front also at full lock (see photo).
  9. No. I'll try and get some pix soon with clearances.
  10. Here you go. Just got this done. Tyre size is 245/65/17.
  11. In reply to my own post I got a set of 17" rims off a 2nd gen Kluger. Everything matches including offset. The rims came with 265/65 AT tyres which fit on the front of the car but touch the base of the lower spring perch of the struts on the rears. (Seems the rear struts are about 2" shorter...)Anyway I didn't want to have tyres that wide so will go to 245/65.
  12. In reply to my own post I took my car to JM Autoair solutions in Campsie. They found the issue which only required a new compressor rather than a complete repalcement of the whole aircon system as suggested elsewhere. Saved me about $1,500 so very pleased.
  13. Bad news...due to a worn or damaged inner bearing the AC compressor should be replaced on my Kluger. There may be some fragments in the condenser so its recommended to change that too. All up = $$$ Would a fellow member have a recommendation for an AC specialist for Toyotas in Sydney? And then a recommendation for one which is gentle on the cost? On a previous car I had a remanufactured compressor installed and that worked great for 8 years. I'll do the same or just a second hand one. The alternative is to do it myself by sourcing the parts and then have it regased by a professional. I have the time and can deal with nuts and bolts but reading the Haynes manual it states the system is under high pressure and to discharge the system first. I have no wish to spread pollutants in the air or on the ground. I'm assuming special tools are required which makes the work beyond my capacity? Cheers
  14. I've just got myself a low km 2006 Kluger with the 16x6.5" basic steel wheels. I've been looking for a set of factory alloy wheels in either 16" or 17" to replace them and found a set from a later model Kluger in 17x7.5". The PCD is the same but I haven't gotten my head around the offset requirements so am unsure if the 17" will fit? I was hoping a member might be able to clarify for me, or otherwise refer me to a resource on the net? Also would the 7.5" width be to large for the car I have? Thanks!
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