HIGHLY MODIFIED N70 SAS'D TOYOTA HILUX! Detailed walkthrough | solid axle swap | engine | suspension

A detailed walkthrough of Kaito's highly modified solid axle swapped Toyota Hilux.
MODIFICATIONS
Engine
Factory unopened 1KD-FTV 3.0L turbo diesel (275,000ks)
Garret G series turbo with internal waste gate removed
Turbo smart 40mm external gate
Turbo smart boost T
3 inch exhaust with Cat
GnL performance high mount manifold modified to suit garret
in house fab in-line maf sensor
psico front mount intercooler with custom hot and cold side pipes
custom made airbox with unfilter pod
4 inch fabulous fab snorkel
30+ injector caps
custom intake plenum
secondary fuel filter
HPD coolant and power steering reservoirs
Alloy rocker cover
clear timing belt cover
EGT / BOOST gauges
ECU-SHOP MMKD and doctor diesel tune
Tuned to 240hp / 650nm on 35” tyres, roller dyno
Driveline / suspension
SAS conversion by Mechfab Industries (engineered by Blake’s engineering Rutherford)
GU patrol front and rear diffs (4.3 ratios)
GU patrol steering box
custom radius arms, alloy drag link, tie rod and panhard by mechfab industries
2.0 12” profender coilovers front (changing to radflo 2.5 x 12”)
profender 2” hydro bump stops front
RG leaf with 190mm phat bars shackles rear
2.0 12” remote res superior shocks rear
superior engineering steering stabiliser
80 series bump stops rear
kzn165 gearbox with right hand transfer drop
ARB air lockers front and rear
dirty life DT1 beadlocks with 35x12.5 dick cepek mud terrains
Exterior mods
SEQ fab muzzbar
mits alloy 1600 tray with 60L water tank
V60 ute mart flairs with custom sheet metal inner guards
mechfab industries rock sliders
dans custom headlights with twin RGB rings
Terralume spotties and rock lights
Interior mods / 12v
GME XRS UHF
PVS 200 carbon wheel
scan gauge
Toyota 86 seats
125 lithium battery
redarc 12/40 charger
kicker 12 inch sub + 800w amp
simarine display and shunt
billet automotive buttons switches
complete sound deadening front to back with
FUTURE MODS
3 rotor fuel pump
50+ injectors
modified pistons / full motor rebuild
retune for 300+ hp at 35s
rear mounted 120L fuel tank
37” play tyres
scrub bars and rear tube flairs
gearbox conversion to something that doesn’t blow up :)
centre console fridge
triangulated 4 link rear
rear hydro bump stops
torsion rear sway bar
raise lift 1-2 inches for up travel benefits
re-engineering for all modification changes
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MODIFICATIONS Engine - Factory unopened 1KD-FTV 3.0L turbo diesel (275,000ks) - Garret G series turbo with internal waste gate removed - Turbo smart 40mm external gate - Turbo smart boost T - 3 inch exhaust with Cat - GnL performance high mount manifold modified to suit garret - in house fab in-line maf sensor - psico front mount intercooler with custom hot and cold side pipes - custom made airbox with unfilter pod - 4 inch fabulous fab snorkel - 30+ injector caps - custom intake plenum - secondary fuel filter - HPD coolant and power steering reservoirs - Alloy rocker cover - clear timing belt cover - EGT / BOOST gauges - ECU-SHOP MMKD and doctor diesel tune - Tuned to 240hp / 650nm on 35” tyres, roller dyno Driveline / suspension - SAS conversion by Mechfab Industries (engineered by Blake’s engineering Rutherford) - GU patrol front and rear diffs (4.3 ratios) - GU patrol steering box - custom radius arms, alloy drag link, tie rod and panhard by mechfab industries - 2.0 12” profender coilovers front (changing to radflo 2.5 x 12”) - profender 2” hydro bump stops front - RG leaf with 190mm phat bars shackles rear - 2.0 12” remote res superior shocks rear - superior engineering steering stabiliser - 80 series bump stops rear - kzn165 gearbox with right hand transfer drop - ARB air lockers front and rear - dirty life DT1 beadlocks with 35x12.5 dick cepek mud terrains Exterior mods - SEQ fab muzzbar - mits alloy 1600 tray with 60L water tank - V60 ute mart flairs with custom sheet metal inner guards - mechfab industries rock sliders - dans custom headlights with twin RGB rings - Terralume spotties and rock lights Interior mods / 12v - GME XRS UHF - PVS 200 carbon wheel - scan gauge - Toyota 86 seats - 125 lithium battery - redarc 12/40 charger - kicker 12 inch sub + 800w amp - simarine display and shunt - billet automotive buttons switches - complete sound deadening front to back with FUTURE MODS - 3 rotor fuel pump - 50+ injectors - modified pistons / full motor rebuild - retune for 300+ hp at 35s - rear mounted 120L fuel tank - 37” play tyres - scrub bars and rear tube flairs - gearbox conversion to something that doesn’t blow up :) - centre console fridge - triangulated 4 link rear - rear hydro bump stops - torsion rear sway bar - raise lift 1-2 inches for up travel benefits - re-engineering for all modification changes

[@Hirthirthirt]

nor do I get these front-antennas

[@kaitosutton]

Thanks for havin us on Tyler 😄👍🏼 probably missed a few things or said a few things wrong, I’m not an expert or mechanic, just Havin fun, hope Yous enjoy ✌🏻

[@newport5504]

Hope you guys cleaned up after ya party last night going out for a drive with the lads to check it out

[@kaitosutton]

@@newport5504 not my party ? I went out there with some mates late last night, had nothing to do with organising etc.

[@newport5504]

@@kaitosutton not your party and leaving rubbish are completely different things bud, If I go camping with Mates we all make sure everything is kept clean l, wouldn’t wanna wreck ya dads campaign about cleaning up after ya self

[@kaitosutton]

@@newport5504 I didn’t leave any rubbish? It wasn’t a mates camping trip, last night I went out there with a few mates hung around a while then we went up the road and camped then left this morning. Where we camped there was no rubbish, don’t try to say some random bush party was me and my mates camping and making a mess 😂 we stopped by, then we left and camped up the road.

[@newport5504]

@@kaitosutton my bad, sorry I just jumped to a conclusion, just know you and your old man have a big thing with rubbish and me to, cars awesome by the way

[@paulholyoak]

what a rig. thoroughly enjoyable listening to kaito telling us about his pride and joy.

[@TylerThompson90]

Cheers mate, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@narg87]

mate this is how a modified episode should be done, lots of photos and footage. Great work!

[@simoncampbell9391]

Best hilux build I have seen. Well done kaito for putting in the hours and making exactly what he wants.

[@jonahwigley3313]

How passionate is he. You learn so much when you love what youre doing. Love it.

[@TJANDMAC]

Absolute weapon

[@darrenc4096]

An absurd money pit. In saying that, its the best hilux I’ve ever seen. Great job. It’s definitely a keeper. 👍🍺

[@4west7]

Kaito's knowledge is amazing..... He certainly knows his stuff. Now I've got a headache!

[@anthonybristow8459]

That kid has a pretty smart head on his shoulders.

[@TylerThompson90]

Yep super cool build!

[@kaitosutton]

Thanks mate ! :)

[@anthonybristow8459]

@@kaitosutton hopefully see you soon dude, will need a basic setup in the back of the JK soon. Or maybe catch you at the Watagans someday 👍

[@donrakers6225]

Thanks guys! Arguably one of the best , informative and entertaining rig rundowns I have seen. Kaito you have definitely inherited your dads passion and enthusiasm for the things you love doing. Well done both of you!!

[@francoisrossouw1656]

This young man is super knowledgeable and good research done!

[@Wolf4wdadventures.576]

Hey Tyler, thanks for showing Kaito's Lux... It's a beast. It's not crazy overboard in mods $$$ but it's built tough for its purpose... Love it 🙂👍

[@007oli]

Absolute weapon! If my N70 ends up 1/4 as good as this I will be happy!

[@liamguzman7542]

The car has alot of character and you could argue more presence than a modified 79. unique build hopefully there will be a rig run down #3 in the future . Cheers for the vid was well worth the listen.

[@OffroadTouringLife]

Almost done watching it this latest update. Definitely well thought out!

[@havoc9499]

This thing is insane. I love it. Good job boys

[@high_lyfe8546]

I'm the same work on my hilux in the weekends, your lux is a weapon

[@IndyHepburn]

wow what a weapon of a N70 Hilux, not a huge Hilux fan but this is such an epic buildup, and great to see Katio have such passion for 4wding and his Hilux

[@neilheyward2599]

Welcome back Tyler, I was getting worried. That's a Hilux I want to go for a run in, awesome. Great interview mate

[@TylerThompson90]

Thanks mate!

[@travelsolo2677]

Well done Kaito, appreciate the work done in engine bay. Alloy fab looks great for a first timer👍👍

[@kaitosutton]

Thanks mate! Lot harder then it looks, getting better at it :)

[@maxv8442]

Go the N70's. Keep doing what you enjoy doing Kaito!

[@ledermanrobert]

That is one capable rig! Impressive.

[@stuartkcalvin]

Great piece thanks! We have more than several coppers in our extended family, they're all focussed on first impressions - PAT: pass the attitude test; FAT: fail the attitude test and they'll go by the book or throw it at you. If you get really tetchy and abusive, they'll cut your seatbelt and haul you out the window - fun facts.

[@guyvanderveken5595]

Incredible breakdown, confident Kaito, well spoken, detailed rundown of engine etc. Excellent Project, open and honest. 12/10 well done Brother, cannot give you enough likes. Cheers

[@philburns7803]

Seen Kiydo on McBrides a few years ago wasn't sasd wish I went up to meet him but , he was with his crew, And ALWAYS MANUAL AGREED 👍

[@stephenhankey688]

Yep when you go back to the beginning of the video the excitement was well very exciting, and yep he will blow it up without doubt, but hey you can't beat his enthusiasm fantastic truck ,thanks for sharing.

[@Fernweh4x4andadventure]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video guys, definitely appreciate the detailed information and the “why’s” to doing things, I’am a mad nerd like that for sure haha.

[@TylerThompson90]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@quinnwarman5139]

That's the best modified I have ever watched didn't miss anything ronny could learn something from this video not just rushed thru great Tyler 👍

[@shaddonaghue]

Well done boys, what a rig. Great job kaito 👍👍

[@nathanm4739]

I miss kaitos old snorkel and bonnet scoop already😢

[@githinji123]

my first thought of the intro: Hmm, nice truck, but is all the right foot show really necessa.... my second thought: ...Dang, this thing's a beast...!

[@renrogers78]

F me, what a weapon of a vehicle he has made that too. Great video upload, and a very good job as always by you Taylor . Keep up the good work bro. From Albany Creek Queensland.

[@TylerThompson90]

Thanks mate!

[@marielachristian8666]

I actually love the colour as well. An I love that birdcsinging in backround 2

[@shaunmccaw2911]

What a weapon thanks for sharing it with everyone 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jayykidd]

Savage build, love watching that Lux tear it up on 24/7.

[@mattcrick2156]

What a weapon, Kaitos luxy is a beast

[@BillieSuit]

Wow ,that's a sick lux guys !! Too much work on it , very serious project ! Congratulations

[@fuzzypumper1971]

This kid knows his shit ,, 💯😎 awesome rig 🖤

[@bigpete1]

Great video Tyler. Vehicle is a credit to Kaito.

[@marksmith3631]

Been following your channel for a while now, and have to say, one of your best. Kaito's done a great job, and know's what he's on about. Good to see he's having a go at some of the stuff himself Ford should be watching your channel, they got caught in the roof rack trap. Doing a recall/offering $$$ in return

[@rollyb5061]

awesome Hilux Kaito, some serious mods and time spent on this beast, job well done

[@darrenmackenzie1645]

Great rig! When you were talking about the cost. All lot of people will say , man that’s a lot of money. It’s not when it is what your passion is and an enjoyment to you. They don’t get it. To me I’m the same way , money isn’t a concern when it’s your passion. I do all the things I can do myself to save some money.

[@craigbarron5620]

Awesome Hilux. It's fantastic to see something different that's done so well.

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

Thats a weapon. Cheers Steve

[@FlatBrokeAdventures]

Cool video with a ton of good info for anyone wanting to do a sas swap or mod a 4wd. Thanks Tyler and Kaito

[@jaynekk1]

Beast! Dream build of many , well done Thanks for sharing

[@rothburger]

That was a 3 stubbie episode 😜🍺🍺🍺Absolutely killer rig, other than it not being a N60🤣🤣 Been waiting 2 weeks for ya next clip and wasn’t disappointed!! Great clip and rundown of the young blokes LUX.. So Basically was said like 384 times😂 Love ya work hope I see ya out there one day😁🍺

[@TylerThompson90]

😂 Cheers mate!

[@kaitosutton]

How about a beer every time so bascially or Um was said mate 😂😂😂👍🏻 ill give the challenge ago this Friday night

[@rothburger]

@@kaitosutton I better put on my drinking shoes🤣

[@ch0pch0p46]

Bloke knows his stuff

[@francoisrossouw1656]

Tyler you must do a trip with him. Awesome Luxie mate. Like to see the Nissan go through that mud hole.

[@kaitosutton]

Hilux and GU take on wattagans I reckon ;)

[@matthewsharpe8168]

awsome rig by the way

[@fergo7010]

Good shit i like it very cool Kaito. Good interview Tyler 👍✌

[@brianwalker1933]

Excellent job on your truck mate, top work on the axle swap and all the other work done, including what you have done too. 👍👍 Another great video Tyler. I really like these videos of other peoples 4WD’s, keep doing them mate, it really is a great addition to your channel, as l’m sure your many subscribers would agree. 😊👍👍

[@RockyGully]

I have the same model but it's kinda lame compared to Kaito's but Im getting there! Great base model for an awsesome and cool off road weapon! Great stuff fellas.

[@willian.direction6740]

Great vehicle thanks for showing us.

[@paulgriffiths7399]

Absolutely epic build video. Well done Kaito on such a detailed and interesting build. You can really see the passion. I must say though when talking about no other dual cab ute options when choosing to convert you could of just gone an LN106. Best 4wd ever made 😊. Too old for your liking perhaps.

[@kaitosutton]

Ln's are great! but back when i bought the car i didnt know where i was heading, i got accepted for a 20k loan and this showed up at 19 so i went for it. turbo diesel manual dual cab was all i knew about it haha.

[@noahjeffries373]

Great vid, maybe should have filmed inside the cab to show how the noice cancelation works

[@mikemorgan4670]

That is one cool truck and owner. Well done.

[@spiked3875]

Thanks for showing us the rig awesome👍

[@craigbowles8822]

Tyler - maybe you should have bought a GU in the first place... The looks on Kaitos face would have been priceless 😆

[@Average1212]

Love the multi camera work, just need to do some color grading to make the transitions from cameras smooth.

[@shanestaff6307]

What a way to start the video ❤️👌🏻

[@jayhamiltonwild]

Beast! Great opening scene!

[@KrisH-mc8hd]

What a machine Kaito 👍

[@shanestaff6307]

Loved it it’s a weapon. 🤙🏼

[@Patty-kf4rv]

Great interview what a beast

[@OffTheBeatenPathAus]

Another great video, question is will these be even more watched on your channel than the last one you did with Kaito? Top job to both of you!

[@geromicdanna1615]

52:57 this comment is enough to convince my Dad over an N80

[@jonno5562]

My absalute dream rig. awesome work mate

[@TylerThompson90]

👍

[@Macka.]

Fantastic content ... awesome rig ... great episode ... bugger all else i can say LOL

[@marielachristian8666]

Aww wow that's a deadly mission ther n bloody gold

[@sandbox2752]

Sounds like a Victor mower going through that bog hole😂

[@hawky_y]

best luxy in aus awesome stuff

[@jzila9900]

woah it sounded like a lawnmower in the lil puddle

[@melissapaterson7685]

Loves it!

[@heavyduty4010]

beast...good work

[@kcc3892]

Sounds like a lawn mower starting up sick rig tho

[@RedWazzies]

Great vid guys. Thanks 🙏

[@dsw9670]

Can sum it up in one word “PHAT” 👍🏼

[@mickeyblackice3694]

Beast of a rig. Go kato

[@qeull]

Great build that. Funny how everyone wants to turn their car into a GU.

[@brokenlimitsnjm]

Pretty sik setup. Awesome work…

[@rael6_4wd]

Beautiful machine.

[@explorethebush]

Certified Mc Beast

[@downthetrackaustralia]

Comfability - I'm adding that to my dictionary.

[@TylerThompson90]

😂

[@naikvanderW]

Tyler do something about your front bar work which can optimize spaces

[@philfoote829]

So good and so much fun

[@danhopkinson2811]

after seeing this lad on the 4wd 24/7 episodes he always seemed to look a bit nervous and in need of directions in the driving seat. bit of a frightened expression on his face at times as if he was new to offroading. after watching this i've changed my mind, the guy seriously knows his stuff and has really done some research. absolutely awesome build with heaps of thought gone into it. look forward to seeing the 4 link rear. one question though, here in England we have alot of people with defenders and Discoverys built with winch challenge parts which are easy to get from suppliers. there's heaps of suspension kits that give insane flex, but one thing people do alot is use the tubular wings, tray backs and full tied in external roll cages. is there laws in Australia that prevent people doing that? as we don't have to go through all this "engineering" hassle or worry about police pull over's all the time.

[@jcbfeather]

very nice rig

[@prex345]

Not afraid of the skinny pedal.

[@24fifty_everythingelse]

B.E.A.S.T !!!

[@mitchellemmett1780]

If you close your eyes and listen to the first 90 seconds, it sounds like someone mowing there lawn 😂😂😂

[@TylerThompson90]

🤣

[@mat8009]

Would love to see that thing on 4wd 24/7

[@marielachristian8666]

Hey kaito I'm in love wit Ur sassd luxxy m8. Bit like u sassd up bloke. An u rock m8. Ur a bloody ledgend have sum bloody fun 2 xx.

[@tonesbones502]

Another great vid Tyler. Hey Kydo, are you going to do a recorded trip in that thing?

[@blakebissett7758]

Yeh take it on a trip with 4wd 24/7

[@suurim_1392]

Lawn mower spec 👌

[@doggit5362]

What’s lawn mower spec mean.

[@dylanfawcett2821]

Dream rig

[@the_boatswain]

BADASS™

[@fourbyforester]

Man man man! x 1000

[@aarongrady7354]

Great video

[@TylerThompson90]

Thanks!