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13 hours ago, cjlawes said:

Hi, all after extensive searching last year we found our dream MPV the Alphard after trying many others no comparison. Didn't give it a thought at the time but we are going to live in France for most of the year and the French won't transfer plates etc over. This I need after a year. So it is with regret that I sell or part exchange her. It was imported in 2022 and has done 97klm 52k approx everything works and it's had a full UK stereo touch screen with working reversing camera not added original camera. it's a 2003 but looks near new our 2020 grandland X looks older. I paid 6k but offers sub 5k would be accepted. Or part ex for something maybe. Cheers Chris 

Hello Chris,

Welcome to the Forum,

Sorry, I have moved this to the For sale section, where it needs to be.

Hopefully you will get some interest soon.

I have moved this to the For Sale section

13 hours ago, Derek B said:

Hi just purchased alfard 2007 2.4. the foot brake pedal reserve is very low resulting in a near failure to stop it has an mot and just been serviced prior to my purchase it comes with a 6 month guarantee any ideas? Derek B

Hello Derek,

Welcome to the Forum.

Take it back to your seller.

Assuming it was a business sale, they should fix it under warranty.

Was  the seller the garage that 'service' it ?

Presumably, you have checked the fluid level.

Does the braking improve if you repeatedly 'pump' the brake pedal ?

9 hours ago, dezufo said:

Any double din unit will fit you just have to measure the width, they are fairly easy to fit but to use the steering wheel controls you need an adaptor loom, see Dynamic Sounds Ltd, the exist cameras are 6volt so you need adapters or change them for 12v ones which will be a better quality

Hi Pete,

Do the Gen 1 facelift vans have 6v cameras?

Where are the 12v cameras available from, as I could use more clarity from the front cameras ?

As they east to fit ?

9 hours ago, NickC said:

Greetings from NickC. How have I ended up here? Having experienced a lifetime of camping in one form or another, my wife and I decided to get a SWB Motorhome with the intention of going on day trips and short trips away. After a few days of excessive rain, a very wet and dirty dog (we were in the New Forest) and nowhere to dry the multitude of towels combined with the lack of space, my wife decided enough was enough. We still wanted to go on day trips and have a bit of comfort with room to move around. This is when I spied an Alphard recently purchased by a neighbour and my interest was raised. 
My wife and I began to look into owning one ourselves, put our campervan up for sale and found a local dealer specialising in Jap imports. Looking around we decided on a Vellfire and as the van was not yet sold went away and delved deeper into the pros and cons. With the possibility of the van being sold (a very interested buyer !) I joined this forum to find out further information. Having read a number of the threads and the guidance on what to look for when purchasing a vehicle, all of which was extremely helpful…..thank you. 
Result, viewed a number of Vellfire’s and will be picking up a 2012 Vellfire 3.5 GGH25W on Saturday.

My wife has ordered a decent suit and cap for me already…….I think that she believes I will be acting as her chauffeur while driven around in luxury (laughing!!)

Hello Nick,

Welcome to the Forum and your impending Vellfire ownership.

As a Gosport Grammar School 'boy' I have progressed through life, without too much regret.

My wife travels by train to London several times a year and I collect her from the railway station.

Although we have a choice of vehicles to choose from she always prefers our Alphie MZ G.

Although I have the regalia, cap, trousers, etc., she prefers that I not to wear it !

However, as I arrive, and glide to a halt, and the rear side electric door slides open with a whisper, exposing all the beige leather. she smiles her beautiful smile.

We both feel like a million dollars !

"Welcome home" mutters our Japanese guide, as we serenely move away towards our home.

I forgot to mention Tye, our extremely energetic Sprollie who is extremely excited to be reunited with 'Mum', and is going absolutely bonkers with total disregard for the surrounding luxury.

Enjoy your new van, I am sure you will.

3 hours ago, kazarp said:

Can anyone tell me how to programme a new remote key fob with a transponder please.

Hello Karen,

You will probably (almost certainly) need an auto electrician.

Are you located in South, Mid or North Devon?

I can recommend one in South Devon.

You will need a Master key, and 80 to 100 pounds !

2 hours ago, Torq2u said:

I am looking for someone in the Exeter(ish) area who can fit a roof aerial to give my DAB+ a better chance. I have a stick-on screen variety at the moment and DAB isn't much cop in these 'ere parts.

 

Also, I'm not convinced about the effectiveness of the FM aerial in the rear windows - I often lose signal momentarily or get interference. So I'm happy to try a roof aerial for both formats.

 

Apologies is this is an incorrect post. Happy to be redirected / have hand slapped.

Hello Graeme,

When you speak of FM reception, and the window aerials, are you using an OEM Head Unit ?

If so, are you aware that the OEM units will only receive Radio 2 on FM (analogue) without a band expander ?

4 hours ago, kazarp said:

Hi My toyota alphard 2007 won't start, turned the key, lights came on, mirrors folded and everything went off. Nothing working now. Went out in it on Friday bit stop start journey, it was parked up for a day then tried it Sunday and this happened, any ideas? Help

Hello Karen,

Flat battery, probably.

It is essential in cold weather to keep your battery fully charged.

Also, ensure all your courtesy lights (room lights) are off. The room lights can be difficult to notice during daylight hours.

Halfords or Kwik Fit, or most garages, will be able to test your battery under loaded conditions.

If you need a battery charger take a look at CTEK; good but not cheap.

Alternatively, you could consider a unit that can jump start your van (when) if needed.

They are like battery packs for phones, but much bigger.

2 hours ago, Lina said:

Hello there! 👋 

We are looking for our 1st campervan and have discovered the Alphie which we have decided is the right choice for us but which model, layout etc should we pick? 🤔

Is low mileage mote important than year?

Lots of questions!

So we are looking for something primarily for 2 adults, oh is 6'2" and well built, I'm 5'2" and ehhem, a little well built! 11st

We are wondering how 2 adults fit on a r+r bed? How comfortable are they? 

Should we be looking for a back kitchen to have a bigger bed?

Are the pop tops only for children? Could I sleep up there if needed?

What about the height of the pop top, is it an issue? 

What are the pros and cons of a high top vs pop top?

Do we need 4wd? 

What are the main things to consider?

Any advice is greatly appreciated 🙏 

TIA

 

Hello Lina,

Welcome to the Forum.

Lots of questions, so lots of reading for you to do !

I am sure you will get lots of answers, but mainly the answers are down to your own preferences.

I suggest you consider carefully the use to which you will put your van, as that will allow you to make difficult decisions more easily.

Budget is key. Conversions are not cheap, and a pop top will add considerably to the cost.

My quick summary to your questions.

Rock and Roll beds tend to be narrow, although wider ones are becoming available.

Do you intend to buy a van and have it converted, or buy one already converted?

With a Pop Top consider your ability and willingness to get up into the top.

Pop Tops tend to lift at the front which is not very useful with a rear kitchen.

Coastal car parks (at least where I live) often have height restrictions; a pop top can prevent your access, a high top certainly will.

4wd, depends on your intended use. Imho, not needed; just research your grass pitch campsites well and pray for good weather.

My configuration is V6, no pop top and with a rear kitchen; so I do have a bias.

Others will have an equally valid bias in favour of side kitchens, etc., etc.

Go and inspect a lot of vehicles with different configurations. try not to buy the first one you see !

Good Luck.

As an afterthought. Investigate where you will have the vehicle serviced.

Most official Toyota dealers won't service it as it is an import ! But some will, so it's worth checking your local Toyota dealer.

2 hours ago, Freddyk747 said:

Hey guys hope you well i have 2010 toyota vellfire i dont like the grey key fob can i change to black one or to the new vellfire model key fob.

where can i get them  

please advice?

Hello Fred,

Welcome to the Forum.

22 minutes ago, Alph-bard said:

Happy Friday everyone!

My Alphard has squeaking issues from inside the passenger area. I can't sit in the back and drive, so did some Internet searching, an found a common squeak can come from one or more of the sliding door latches. Has anyone managed to buy these rubber replacement parts? I found a place in Malaysia, but they can't post to the UK. If you happen to know of where I can buy these and have shipped to the UK, please let me know. 

 

Happy weekend all 

Hi Dan,

IF that is the correct part number; have you tried Toyota Direct ?

Or ask Picasso

3 hours ago, Phil Tivney said:

I've recently bought a 2009 Vellfire 2.4, and my battery seems to be draining over a couple of nights, too. Has anyone found a solution?

 

Phil

I respectfully suggest you get your battery tested.

Without regular charging over winter the battery takes a beating.

You should be OK if you drive some distance every day.

Although inconvenient, you can disconnect the negative, or fit a 120 Amp (or more) switch on the negative side.

27 minutes ago, Barie said:

Good afternoon all .  We have had to have our rear brake pipes replaced  following a Mot. The garage are able to bleed the fronts with there sytem by telling it . Its a previa . But are unable to bleed the rear . I understand that you have to remove the abs relay for the fronts and put back in for the rear with toyotas techstream. Other internet searchs bring up disconnecting the 12v aux battery.  And not having the drivers door open or opened while performing the procedure . Any advice . Help would be much appreciated 

 

Barry 

 

Halifax England 

Hello Barry,

Welcome to the Forum.

1 hour ago, Feysal said:

How can change odometer Km to MPH .

toyota Noah 2016 hybrid?

Hello Feysal,

Welcome to the Forum.

11 hours ago, ERNEY said:

Hi, just bought a 3 litre Alphard and wondering what engine oil do I need. 

Hello Rob,

Welcome to the Forum.

10w 30 is fine, but 5w 30 is best for fuel economy.

4.5 litres, or 4.7 litres including oil filter.

To emphasise Larry's point; the further you travel into the South West the more difficult it is to find LPG.

I am struggling to remember, but (I think) BP and Shell (maybe it was Exxon) have already announced withdrawal from forecourt LPG.

I, personally, would not want to rely on the smaller independents.

However, users of LPG are not reporting any significant issues, and, effectively, the installations produce a dual fuel vehicle.

If heading to Devon or Cornwall this summer plan your fuel stops.

2 hours ago, koolK said:

Just got my Alphard but the lock unlock beep is driving me mad. Tried a uTube remedy that required the key to be inserted, removed, inserted for 10 seconds, removed and button pressed twice - didn't work. Anything else I can try? TIA

Hello Karen,

Welcome to the Forum.

2 minutes ago, nik strode said:

I am loving my second hand japanese import. Aphard 2010 model.

 

Very comfortable to drive, smooth and quiet.

 

Just having a few problems with the japanese stero.

 

The Sat Nav SD card is for japan. I was thinking that if I buy a European/UK sat nav Sd card it might allow me to use the sat nav in the UK.

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Has anyone tried this theory out please?

 

I appreciate that it will still probably talk to me in japanese (which is fun and does not bother me at all) I would just be nice to see the UK roads on the screen.

 

 

Hello Nicholas,

Welcome to the Forum.

1 hour ago, Chris Stringer said:

Hi there from the Isle of Wight. My wife (Sarah) and I have been owners of a Toyota Alphard since November 2022. She (Penelope) was originally registered in 2010 and has been converted by North Star Conversions in Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

Looks great.

Welcome to the Forum

Some other brands call them mood lighting.

As Dan says, it just provides a dull illumination

1 hour ago, Alph-bard said:

Hello everyone 👋

 

I have joined your club, so to speak. This week I collected my first Alphard. It is in great condition and works/drives fabulously for a 2007 vehicle. 

 

As I cannot ride and do up motorcycles at the moment (Wife, Kids, Work, Dog etc.) I am turning my attention towards my Alphard. Has anyone modified or pimped their Mk1? I am particularly interested in body kits and LED rear clusters, and upgraded headlight units.

 

I already have a few internal upgrades on he way. However, the most visible will be on the exterior. 

 

Once I find a kit, or components, along with front and rear modified lighting. I will have the Alphard wrapped, as it is far cheaper and more efficient than paint. 

 

Be great to hear from anyone who has already modified their Mk1, or anyone who knows where to source front and rear light upgrades and body kits. 

 

I have seen a handful so far on the Internet, although all appear to be for the Mk2. 

 

Cheers 🍻 

Hi Dan,

Welcome to the Forum.

Welcome to Alphard ownership too

3 hours ago, J888 said:

Hi sorry for the late reply - yes I received your PM but was still unable to reply with photos. The options simply aren’t there compared to a public post where there’s an ‘add files’ and ‘other media’ tabs under the reply box

I have sent you another PM.

Please send me one so I can reply to it and test the facility

The rail looks very much like the rail Dometic sells for windbreaks.

3 minutes ago, Kernow Rob said:

Hi Picasso, thanks, appreciated - but not keen to post registration. Can you help from the model please?

 

3ltr, V6, 2004, Alphard G

Send Lee a personal message.

Personal Messages are private.

Click on the Picasso circle and then Message and send him your registration number.

Lee has a system for finding part numbers for the exact vehicle.

It's up to you, but I can vouch for Lee.

3 hours ago, AdilFX said:

Hi all,

Im new to this forum but since purchasing my Toyota Alphard 2.4 Hybrid last year (after months of hassle with shipping delays, then DVLA delays and god knows what else..!) i have an issue which others have faced, today 3 warning lights went off, bottom right red colour car with exclamation mark, top right VSC and top right yellow colour Circle with exclamation mark, im based in London and took it to a place that deals with Hybrids, they said its likely the Hybrid-battery, after completing a diagnostics-test they concluded that it is the Hybrid-battery, now the battery itself is rather pricey.

The options they gave is 1) Brand new £2400 with 2-years warranty or 2) used for £1200 with 6-months warranty, im not experienced in cars (couldn’t tell the difference between the screen wash and oil filter) and contacted two firms from google who repair hybrid batteries, theyre far from London, ones in Torquay and the other in Glasgow, they can repair the existing battery for 3) £1000 with 12,000 miles warranty which is a reconditioning process for 25 hours or 4) the chap will replace the 30 cells with Gen-3 batteries thus giving it a much more higher performance at £1550 with 3-year warranty.

 

Im ultra confused and dont have a high budget to use on this car, any thoughts or guidance? i added the diagnostics report. 

 

The car is 2004 model, its on 80k miles, used for social/ private (no camper), outside of this its been a real dleight to drive this last year, no trobles at all, except for the costly fuel.

thanks so much

 

 

Hello Adil,

Welcome to the Forum

1 hour ago, Kernow Rob said:

Hi, hoping for some advice please...

 

Our nearside sliding door cable has lost it's rubberised coating, rusted and frayed on our 2004 Alphard. The door motor works fine, but the door jams on the cable so we've had to stop using it. 

 

Is this the correct correct replacement part please:

 

https://gt4-play.co.uk/shop/alphard-power-sliding-door-cables-genuine-toyota

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/314117006249?

 

 

Is it possible to just replace the external cable somehow? Or, do I need to buy the part as above and replace the lot?

 

Many thanks in anticipation

 

Rob

Hello Rob,

Welcome to the Forum