Thanks both Picasso and Rojie

With you guys help parts ordered being delivered Tuesday and mechanic fitting Wednesday 

Have a great weekend and thank you.

Brian 

Hi Rojie

Thanks for taking time to reply.

Just back from mechanic and he looked at back wheel and sensor rod is broken,he also pointed out that you cannot adjust headlight aim from adjusting the headlights as part of that is missing,he has suggested to save costs to try identify the rod and sensor from eBay or such like because being an import he will fit the parts but cannot order them bec ause it being imported vehicle.

Any suggestions on where to order those from?

Sorry to trouble you 

Thanks 

Brian 

Hi Rojie

Thanks for your info.

The MOT tester/mechanic asked me was there a switch or roller wheel inside the cabin to adjust as thought that there should be.

However I will be going back to discuss with him at the weekend.

Myself I have never seen a switch inside the Alphard that adjusts the lights is there meant to be?

Picasso has mentioned the level sensor which I will get a price for a replacement also.

The adjustment screws that are from back of lights do not seem to adjust manually either so guess it is totally dependant on the electric adjustment from the motors under the headlights itself.

Thanks for your response though very helpful.

Brian 

Alphard 2.4 petrol 2007 reg

Can anyone help with how to adjust the headlight aim as mine is far too high,guess this will need distance and height measurement please also.

Thanks in advance any help appreciated.

Hi BigNev

Thanks for your message and apologies for delay in getting back to you.

I am reasonably happy with Apec red but heard from a few mechanics now that Brembo were far better just that when replacing discs the pads would have to be replaced also.

It is always good getting opinions on such like from folks with the experience.Will be ordering in the next few days so at this stage my thoughts are my van is not a racing machine but in the event it can stop a few yards quicker safety is possibly bettered.Recently our mechanic suggested put Brembo discs pads at front and at rear less important as 75% breaking power is all on the front in general.

I am no mechanic and like to get opinions as money is not something I can afford to waste.

Will let you know but no complaints about Apec red they are possibly all that is needed.

Thanks again 

Hi Picasso 

Thanks am getting pricing on a few and will be ordering later this week all you guys help  is appreciated.thanks

If you get a chance could you let me know if there is a place prefer 2nd hand a indicator lense clear part for my headlamp and cluster at back and reflector 

Photo attached 

As a club does someone have a master catalogue on said spares so all can view for easy ordering perhaps.

No problem and will do 

Apec Red is what is on now but if discs are needed want them same brand

Apec blue are seemingly not so good as Apec Red but looking too compare and listen to other folk like you for guidance.

Don't mind paying a little more if better but obviously don't have money to throw or waste.

Will let you know how I go thanks

Many thanks Steve

Appreciate your help 

Brian 

Replacing front and rear discs and pads lots of different manufacturers out there are any better or are all alike.

Any advice welcomed.

Thanks in advance.

Original from Toyota a lot more expensive are they worth it?

Toyota Alphard 2.4 2007 petrol

Hi Guys.Hope all keeping well and looking forward to another year.

I too have a cracked/broken lens see photo,indicator still working.

Do I have to replace whole mirror, any second ones available or can the lense be replaced on its own trying to keep costs down.Any help appreciated colour silver passenger side Alphard 2.4 2007

Reg TK07PDC 

Hi Michael 

Thanks for all your efforts and time,this was very kind of you to try and help.

We will keep our eyes open and for next year hopefully we will find something suitable.

Have a safe journey if coming to Scotland but watch out for snow as I heard it is coming soon.

Again all the very best for now and thanks for your time and efforts.

Best regards 

Brian 

Hi Michael 

Thinking about something for additional living space and don't want to go into Megabucks.

Would be happy to buy second hand if one for sale and happy to pay extra for carriage.

Lovely campervan for my wife and I and our dog but extra space would be great.

Our van has the side kitchen fitted.

Look forward to hearing from you with any more info, thanks in advance.

Brian Campbell 

Looking for an awning for 2.4 petrol Alphard 2007 model have a Fiamma F45s wind out canopy but would like some kind of full awning new or second hand any suggestions on where I could try or if anyone has one for sale please lete know.

Thanks,Brian 

Thanks Kev1839 and Pipsyp

Most appreciated 👍

Hi Pipsyp 

Thanks for all your help here you have been fantastic, thank you.

I have no idea what oil is in van but the one I intend going with is as below.Should I do a oil wash or just drain and leave plenty time to drain out before putting this in.

Got this one from the site you suggested, spoke to a guy there and he said that A5/B5 is all good with the info you gave me earlier.

Trouble is you don't really know what garage puts in to your car.

But do take your comments on mixing oils but whether drain time should be flushed out at same time is a point, any comments welcome.

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1 hour ago, pipsyp said:

It'll be fine Brian, so long as that's what it's filled with already.  The important thing really is not to mix the two (semi and fully), in very small amounts not a problem but anything larger than a top up between oil changes it could be problematic.

 

The reality is that fully synthetic oil is more modern and will always outperform a semi synthetic (for one as it degrades less quickly).  I don't know for sure but whilst it's possible semi synthetic may have been the recommendation when these cars were new, I'm pretty confident any garage you took it to nowadays would put (or recommend to put) fully synthetic oil in it, I'd expect including most Toyota dealers (those that would service an Alphard).

 

Hope that makes sense?

 

 

Hi Pipsyp

In book I am told it says semi synthetic, 5-30.

Toyota garage said semi.

Not changed it yet but beginning to have thoughts on which is correct now.i have a bottle of Toyota 5 30 but is semi and am unsure now.

Hi Pipsyp

In book I am told it says semi synthetic, 5-30.

Toyota garage said semi.

Not changed it yet but beginning to have thoughts on which is correct now.i have a bottle of Toyota 5 30 but is semi and am unsure now.

Thanks for reply very helpful, Cheers 

Hi All

Just curious on what is best for a 2007 Alphard Reg 2007 2.4 petrol E5 or E10 fuel.

Also is it advisable to use Redex and if so how much and how often to use please.

Any guidance welcome

Thanks 

Hi Pipsyp

Many thanks for reply it is helpful.Have been told by some folks 5w-30 semi synthetic and add a bottle of redex every month and every 5k miles change oil.

So will take you Alphard guys advice fully synthetic it will be, as matter of interest you say good oil would you recommend one.I notice some are C2 and some are C3.Thanks again.

On 1/16/2024 at 1:02 PM, Charlie Brown said:

The handbook states to use oils compliant with API SL/EC, SJ/EC or ILSAC GF-3. In the moderate climate we have in the UK SAE 10W-30, 5W-20 or 5W30 viscosities are recommended. Actually these days most reputable oil manufacturers will be on ILSAC GF-6 and API SP standards. In my opinion an oil from a reputable manufacturer, probably of 5W-30 viscosity would good to use.

 

I believe the recommended oil change interval is 15,000 kms but am happy to be corrected on this. I think this is very conservative.  Again, in my opinion, I think 15,000 miles between changes is more realistic.

 

I hope this helps.

 

 

Many thanks Charlie 

Many thanks Picasso

Hi, Can someone clarify for me as what engine oil is best for the petrol Alphard 2007 2.4 please.

And how often too change.

Any help here most appreciated.

Thanks Rojie

Hi All

Just a quick introduction my name is Brian and have over the last few months got our Toyota Alphard 2007 campervan 2.4 petrol.Am really enjoying our time in it and a great comfortable drive.