Does anyone have any info on these I have just bought a 1989 4wd diesel and would like an owners manual or service manual. Our a location of people in the know.
regards
alan - (#2679) alan foster, 8 Apr 02
Alan
I think it's doubtful you will find a manual for the same reason us Townie owners have problems. As for a similar site you would have to scour the web but the HIACE import is a lot more rare than the Townace so again it would be doubtful. What should be in your favour is the fact that there is a UK spec HIACE van and has been for many years. Hopefully many of the parts are interchangeable with your bus.
Good luck
Ian - (#2680) Ian Dunse, 8 Apr 02
You'll find the 4x4 'box and axles match the townies'and the engine is similar to hiace and hilux - (#2685) david miller, 8 Apr 02
Hi Allan,
If you need any help regarding problems you may have with your hi-ace then get back to me, I am now a near expert, I have had nearly everything go wrong with mine in the 15 months that I have had it, and have now got it sorted 100%. if you have the 2.4 turbo diesel in it then I have a toyota workshop engine manule for a hilux, as this is the same unit, it is very comprehensive, the top end my my engine was rebuilt on the strenght of it. The garage I use is a long time mate, his name is Dave Davis, I highly recomend him, he's located at Salisbury, phone 01722 743366 he has done all my work on my hi-ace.
- (#3116) Ian Root, 25 May 02
Does anyone have any info on the HiAce Super Custom 8 seater Turbo diesel imports? I've seen one I like the look of but am cautious about buying it. Any info would be a help. Cheers.
- (#10410) Trev, 26 Aug 03 18:59
I have a 2.8ltr non turbo. Very much 'horses for courses' and 'each to their own' but if you like the look take it for a drive.
Like any vehicle you need to determine if its had a hard life or not but for me these vehicles are the best going. Its age will mean you will need to give it a very thorough servicing and it will take a while to get accustomed to the maintainance side - you have a lot of bits of machinery/equipment in a small package and it takes a while to work out how to access bits in the engine bay etc.
People often comment how large they are but park it the supermarket car park and the floor space it takes up is only that of a large family car.
The running costs will be more than that of a family car though but worth it for the flexibility.
I say if you like it - get it while you can, as there are not loads of them to choose from. Forecourt prices are fairly high - but if you want one its the price you pay.
If you have any specific questions feel free to e-mail direct as I am a big believer in these vehicles - I'll try to answer what i can
- (#10411) chris turner, 27 Aug 03 9:46
Trev. As Chris says
'It's horses for courses'and depends on what you use it for? I have a 1990 2.4D Turbo S.W.Base 7 seater. I paid alot for it and despite minor things - as well as a good service - I have not regretted it. It has become somewhat of a hobby; what with contacts on the web, a good parts manager at Toyota who gets whatever I need; no breakdowns; comfortable on long hauls and good looking into the bargain. You don't get that with many of the later vehicles these days! However, go on your gut feeling; when you drive it, if it feels right in the first instance, then, it should be right,as,feelings don't lie - only people. Best of luck with your decision. p.s. Chris's knowledge of Wagons is quite extensive and genuine. Tony
- (#10412) Tony Knight, 28 Aug 03 10:34
I don't entirely agree with you Tony - Feelings absolutely Do lie.
I think it would be more correct to say if you don't feel good about it, then don't buy it. If you do feel good about it, the get it checked by someone who at least knows diesels.
We can all get caught up in the moment and the excitement, and do something that feels good, but turns out to be a bad decision - That's why people buy old FIAT's and Lancias. Drive one and the feelings will fly, own one and the feelings will fly away!
As to the HiAce - I own a petrol Japanese Import, with a 2.0ltr engine. The van is very useful - we use it as a little bus because we have 11 seats. Very reliable, very useable, perfect for our needs.
The engines I think are basically the same as those in the Hilux Surf Imports, so there is some info, but Chris seems to know a lot about them too.
Really you need to decide if you want something quite that big. As Chris says they actually don't take up much more room than a big family car, but they are still big.
If you want something like that, the TownAce etc is very similar, but smaller, better on fuel,etc.
My wife loves our MasterAce, but hates the HiAce - but the Hiace doesn't have power steering, and that's one of the big things for her. With power steer I am sure she wouldn't mind it. And she can drive it O.K.
If you really need something that big, they are great, if you can get away with something smaller the TownAce is great.
Interestingly, my petrol seems to be a bit better on fuel than Chris reports for his diesel, but I don't keep fuel records for the HiAce, so I don't really know.
Drive it, check it, buy it. It will be fun, and you can practice cricket in the back when it's raining!
Dave
- (#10413) DaveW, 28 Aug 03 21:48
the hi ace does have power steering there great mate i have a 2.4 1991 super custom turbo diesel .did 350 miles 0n £40.00 not bad .
- (#10414) p.walsh, 29 Aug 03 1:46
Sorry, didn't mean to indicate that none of them have power steering, just that mine doesn't - sloppy grammar I guess!
Yes, they are available with all the options that the smaller TownAce have, including 4X4, and the cooler box.
They also have a model that has a more powerful turbo diesel engine that would probably make it faster than the TownAce.
Think Bigger TownAce, and everything you want is available, in a bigger package.
Sorry for the misunderstanding.
And I agree, even our HiAce without power steering is great.
And if you are wanting to make a camper they are perfect, much better than a Townie for that!
Dave.
- (#10415) DaveW, 29 Aug 03 3:31
Dave.(and any other interested parties)
Whilst you are correct in adopting the widely accepted sensible course of action for the uninitiated, it is'nt fool proof - I know this from past experience - unless, of course, you pay the wack for a full unbiased AA/RAC inspection. Maybe I advised the otption of using 'feelings' prematurely. However, at the risk of offending; which is not my intention
In order to enlighten, rather, I have to assert that 'feelings' do not lie! The problem people tend to have is, how to identify them with what the real object of concern is. If the feeling is attributed to an emotion, then, It will support that emotion. However, standing outside the 'emotion' connected to the experience - which will naturally be biased to an eagerly expected out come - allows one to mentally stand in a space reserved for a reallity check ( this is why some people prefer to sleep on a decision; allowing sufficient time for the emotional aspects to subside). This then allows the subtler senses, connected to the Solar Plexus, to be amplified to a level where they are, then, recognised by the mental faculty; registered as a feeling (not an emotion)requiring identification. This is where the skill of translation and, subsequent, belief is necessary in order to perfect this God given life tool; lost over time yet capable of detecting lies, seeing round corners, through matters we don't fully understand - distance and complexity no object; automatically knowing, through cause and effect, whether the choice we take will bring us genuine satisfaction, or leave us in a state of deficit and dissapointment. This is but an overview of an otherwise much more complicated metaphysical asset which, would require an altogether different web site to explain in full.
In any case, whether you're looking to puchase a Toyota Hiace Wagon, buying a new house or wondering whether or not to go wherever at a particular time, or, indeed at all. . ., with a little practise the awareness of true feelings, devoid of emotion and unfounded expectation, can serve as an emmense protection.
Is this all relevant to the Ace site? Well, if it's about people dealing with people, then, yes! Ask the Japanese; they are well aware of such matters. That's why they are now implimenting what they call "Soft tech" - Technology in tune with people's feelings!
Hope I have'nt hurt yours.
Tony Knight.
- (#10695) Tony Knight, 1 Sep 03 12:47
I can't remember the rest of the words to that song??
Not hurt at all - I don't hold grudges (not for long anyway!!!!!)
I guess that we have slight misunderstanding of terms.
As to what I think most people would consider 'feelings' - I am right, but you call them 'emotions'.
I agree with some bits, dissagree with other bits, but I definitely do agree that there is a difference between feelings and emotions. And people do not pay enough attention to the non-physical things of this world (or 'existence' if you prefer?)
These things are relevant to all aspects of life of course, but probably not of much interest to most people here!
Dave.
- (#10696) DaveW, 1 Sep 03 20:23
Nuff said, Dave!
Kind regards.
Tony
- (#10697) Tony Knight, 2 Sep 03 4:48
hi as a hiace owner for many years i bought 2 years ago a 2.4 turbi diesel custom, fantastic, we sleep in it travel with 8 people to functions all over the country and keep it to 70mph you will get 37mpg .i have now also had the good fortune to aquire an 1998 3.0 turbo diesel super custom g which uses a little more fuel but what a fantastic van to drive, i now have 3 vans i dont intend to part with any having done much reserch in japan any one wanting one just email me and i will put in the direction of getting one
- (#10966) adrian evans, 30 Sep 03 15:33
does antone know where i can buy a set of clocks for a 3.0 1995 granvia ie speedo & rev counter thanks
- (#10967) Dave Coburn, 30 Sep 03 17:40
does anyone know anything about the hiace super custom turbo diesel 8 seater limo van? i've seen one i like the look of but am very cautious about buying one. any info would be useful. cheers.
- (#10416) Trev, 26 Aug 03 18:55
ive seen a lot of superhi-ace here in our place (baguio city, philippines) and i bet that these 4x4 vans are great. Its sliding doors close automatically when left ajar. It has a 2.8li turbo diesel engine, like those ones mounted in Hi-Lux pick-ups.The one that ive seen is equipped with an automatic transmission where driving is really made relaxing -- no clutch pedal to step on. Price ranges here from P350,000-P450,000 per unit, depending on its condition. MOst of these vans come from Japan.Well, I think that's enough for me. GUd day to all readers.
- (#10698) GOB, 10 Sep 03 6:18
hi,
I've just bought one. Every time I get in it I feel like a big kid with a new toy. It's everything my old VW van wasn't. Jap imports range from under £5k for a well used one to £7k for a good one. They also do campers but expect to pay over £9k!
Krebbin.
- (#10699) krebbin, 16 Sep 03 4:52
i have a 2.8litre diesel toyota hiace supercustom 1992 model and i was wondering if anyone knows if it is easy to put a toyota hiace 3litre turbo diesel engine into these vehicles. Regards, Craig
- (#11663) craig, 10 Nov 03 3:35
Certainly possible,
Don't know about easy though or if you would need to source replacement mounts and some ancillaries
If the 2.8 is OK it would be easier to sell vehicle and buy a 3ltr turbo one maybe?
- (#11664) chris turner, 10 Nov 03 12:26
Hi
can anyone tell me where I can get a manual and wiring diagram for my hiace supercustom 2.4 TD
Thanks Trevor
- (#6582) Trevor, 15 Jan 04 12:53
Try
http://au.groups.yahoo.com/group/HiaceSuperCustomWagons/
Click 'view all messsages'
and a link to car handbooks is there
- (#6582) chris turner, 15 Jan 04 20:10
Does anybody have any good information on which of the deisel engines on Hiace Super custom Limited vehicles are good, or are 'boilers' (likely to have overheating problems).
I am looking at buying a 2litre model with electronic injection and turbo 1993. Any advice would be most welcome.
Cheers RON
- (#6582) ron, 11 Feb 04 02:59