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Yes, you should be able to, but, of course, I am not referring to replacing the head unit; but just providing an input to the existing one from a discrete DAB radio. Also, there are DAB units, in another thread, that fit into the cigar socket and transmit their output to the FM receiver in the head unit. I am sure some members have fitted replacement Kenwood head units; just be careful you don't inadvertently loose camera and steering wheel functions. More reading required on your part ! Search for Radio Replacement or Head Unit on this Forum.

Which headunit do you have ? Do you have a VTR input (RCA type) at the rear of the console between the front seats ?

Hello, and welcome to the Forum. I know a craftsman that will undertake bespoke work, including fitting a pop top if required. Side or rear conversions are available but he is located near Exeter. hardly close to you ! Send me a PM if you need further details.

There are lots on ebay and Amazon. Make sure you get the software too !

I don't know for sure, but your unit probably supports Bluetooth for phone. Check Eightseaterbloc.com And some Alphies have a VTR input in the rear of the front centre (between the seats) console;; that should take an audio input.

Hi Chris, Yes, I always wanted to keep my camper as a stealth too. I will check my rear fog lights to ensure they are switched off by the ignition. Not as good as your new stalk implementation, but I am less confident than you when it comes to mods and upgrades. If not, I'll look into your method, but mine is a Gen 1 facelift

Please note, that the link Chris has so kindly provided is downloadable to your own email address for safekeeping.

You are absolutely right. I cannot remember when I last used any rear fog lights on any of my vehicles.

Hello, and welcome to the Forum. You may wish to consider fitting a leisure battery. Good luck with the build, it will be worth it.

Looks great, but some of us wanted those rear reflectors (above your fog lights) but with fog lights within. Most, not necessarily all, do not incorporate reflectors (despite what the ebay or Amazon descriptions say!)

Ben Hau, in Birmingham, can update your current unit to run ApplePlay etc; retaining all the current camera and steering functions. It is a popular mod. But so is installing an 'English' unit. You can also get, and fit, a radio frequency extender which will give you most of the UK FM stations. There is loads of info on here. Try searching Headunit or Radio Replacement. Your current unit will record your CDs automatically to the HDD too. A feature I think is great. Good Luck.

Hello Dazman, Welcome to the Forum.

Hi Kevin, Welcome to the Forum. Happy Motoring.

Hi Raoul, Those part numbers appear to be for switch assemblies; not the rear fog light cluster.

I am glad it ended happily. Enjoy your weekend. And, thanks again Picasso.

Hello Stuey, Welcome to the Forum.

How many miles has your Alphie done ?

I am currently in discussions with a UK manufacturer of gas struts. I am looking to replace my tail gate struts as my gate operation is rather jerky and does not open fully. I have a Gen 1 facelift. I have supplied approximate dimensions, and received an estimated price. I would be extremely grateful if any member could provide me with an unwanted strut. I'll pay the postage. Condition is not important, but the item needs to be dimensionally intact. In my opinion, although these are not as inexpensive as some sourced from a well known foreign ebay type business. They are considerably less costly than Toyota OEM parts. Feel free to send a PM if you prefer. I will not be selling these items, or acting as an agent; but will disclose the supplier (if it all pans out).

Both Starider and I have facelifted Gen1 though. I assume the size is different, nice id they are identical sizes. I need to look at the rear of a Gen 2.

Hi Nigel, Sorry to hear this problem still persists ! If the 'smoke' is white, and not blue (or darker) it is almost certainly steam. Some exhaust systems seem to retain water, or moisture, in the pipework, probably overnight condensation. (You haven't got any local mischief makers with a water pistol, squirting water into the tail pipe). As the engine warms up, it boils off quite quickly. The colder the temperature the more steam you will get as, of course, the engine is breathing air and any moisture therein. I am not a mechanic, but if this white smoke does not persist after the engine is fully warm I would not worry about it. If it does persist, or is present when starting a warm engine, I would start to worry about a head gasket. However, the garage three result seems to confirm that a head gasket failure is not the problem. Did garage three test all six cylinders for pressure ? The new E10 fuel, I have read, can 'deposit' small amounts of water in the bottom of the petrol tank; but mainly when the vehicle is left for some period of time unused. You could try E5 after running your tank quite low. I am not aware of how to rid any water from the tank! Have you held your hand very close to the exhaust pipe outlet. BE CAREFUL. What, if anything, gets deposited on your hand, or GLOVE. These 3.0L engines are, I have read, very fussy about their oil, otherwise gelling can occur. Nov's video above deals with this. Frequent oil changes are necessary. Did I ask you your current mileage ? I can't see why you should not be changing your oil and filter. You will need 4.7L of oil for both filter and sump. Is your oil pressure OK. Red light should be on before you start engine, and should go off immediately engine starts, and it should stay off; no flickering. It is proving quite a mystery !

Hi Starider, No, sorry. Nothing to say other than there are some threads on here discussing this. I am looking at small tents but only so I can 'unload' on arrival at camp sites. Hopefully, some awning users will respond to your enquiry.

Hi Chris, Nice to hear from you again. I have my doubts about these, but if I needed one, I'd go for the first. It's only £20, plus postage!

Hello and welcome to the Forum.

Hi Picasso, Do you have a suggestion where Andy could get this work done ? Thanks in advance

Toyota part number – 08886-81210 £16.00 for a litre. I think it is the same as ATF, auto transmission fluid, but do check before using as I may be wrong.