That’s also why it’s no surprise that some of the toughest, and most performance-oriented aftermarket exhaust systems for the Hilux are manufactured in Australia. Aussie engineers are under no illusions about how to draw out the best qualities from an exhaust system. They know it takes more than just shiny pipes to withstand Australia’s extreme climate, and what they’ve come up with for the Hilux are a series of exhaust solutions that convincingly live up to the Hilux’s unbreakable reputation.

Trust Aftermarket Hilux Exhaust Systems for Undisputed Reliability

Let’s be honest: while it’s tempting to think of aftermarket exhaust systems strictly in terms of output when you’re talking about an upgrade for the world’s toughest 4WD, you also have every reason to expect it to be the hardest-wearing system in the world. This is where premium aftermarket Toyota Hilux exhaust systems distinguish themselves from all others.

High-quality, Australian-made systems don’t just flow better: they do it with the hardened reliability that Hilux owners demand from their vehicles. You only have to look at the range of Hilux models that exhaust systems are available for to understand just how committed the Aussie aftermarket is to live up to these heavy-duty Toyotas’ standard for durability.

You can buy durable aluminised, or stainless steel Hilux exhaust systems for each of the following models:

• 1997 – 2005 LN147, LN167, and LN179 3.0L diesels;
• 1999 – 2005 KZN165 / 1KZ-TE 3.0L turbo diesels;
• 2005 – 2015 KUN26R and KUN16R 3.0L turbo-diesels;
• 2005 – 2017 GGN150 V6 4.0L petrols; and,
• 2015 – present GUN126R N80 2.8L turbo diesels.

Top quality, ADR (Australian Design Rule) compliant Hilux performance exhaust systems are manufactured in 2.5“ and 3.0“ diameters, and are available in both full, and cat-back configurations. And while the best of these aftermarket Hilux exhaust system upgrades can increase your engine’s output by as much as 10%, it’s their ability to withstand Oz’s environmental extremes that makes them the perfect complement to the Hilux’s undisputed stellar reputation for reliability.

Superior Exhaust Engineering For Hilux Performance and Reliability

In spite of their straightforward construction, exhaust system designers are all too aware that in order to maximize an engine’s output, it also has to be more effective at expelling spent gases. It’s a process that’s quickly complicated, however, by awkward exhaust tube radiuses, turbulence inside the tubes, and even the tendency for hot, less dense air to want to linger inside the system. And it’s no coincidence that these complications will weigh just as heavily on the system’s reliability as they do on engine performance.

Performance, reliability, and durability all come down to how efficiently a system is able to remove spent exhaust gases. That’s why Aussie-engineered Toyota Hilux exhaust systems naturally eclipse the performance of less capable aftermarket systems when it comes to:

• Scavenging as much hot spent exhaust gas away from the engine and through the system as possible;
• Creating as much flow velocity to evacuate spent gases through the system as quickly as possible; and,
• Eliminating the root causes of backpressure that restrict exhaust gas movement.

Make no mistake: when it comes to tubing configurations that are designed for the lowest possible restrictions under the harshest possible conditions, Australian-made, fully mandrel bent, and TIG-welded Hilux exhausts are as unbeatable as the rest of your vehicle is unbreakable. And with their optimized flow characteristics, including high-flow mufflers, these Toyota Hilux exhausts deliver an array of benefits that are perfectly aligned with the Hilux’s rock-solid repertoire of performance when it comes to:

• Snappier throttle response and acceleration;
• An increase in high RPM horsepower; and,
• A reduction in fuel consumption due to less back pressure.

Although some commercially available aftermarket Hilux exhaust setups are intended strictly for off-road use, they’re all crafted with materials and coatings that are designed to take on the roughest environmental conditions that Australia has to offer.

Materials That Are Consistent

No matter where you look on a Hilux, it’s obvious that materials deserve a lot of credit for their resilience. With its near bullet-proof powertrain, and a steel chassis that’s constructed to endure the most crushing impacts, there’s little question about the Hilux’s unyielding durability. It’s also the same rugged reliability that aftermarket exhaust manufacturers in Australia build into their Toyota Hilux exhaust upgrade packages.

Heavy-duty aluminised and stainless steel stock are the hands-down preference for sturdy, affordable Hilux tubing; and together with their thermal coatings and excellent heat transfer properties, both metals also offer a core of critically rugged benefits that include:

• Low weight and superior tensile strength;
• High resistance to heat cycling and excessive vibration; and,
• Exceptional resistance to rust and caustic exhaust gas corrosion.

And if you do damage an aluminised or stainless steel exhaust, they’re easily repaired with simple welding. It’s a reminder that no matter what your vehicle is subjected to, you can be confident that your aftermarket Hilux exhaust upgrade is just as unbreakable as the rest of it.

The Final Word

At the end of the day, when it’s time to upgrade your Hilux’s exhaust, a standard aftermarket system just won’t do. You want a system that’s as rugged as your vehicle, and that’s precisely what you get with a genuine Aussie-engineered solution.

You can trust a premium, Australian-made Toyota Hilux exhaust system to give you the performance you want with the durability you expect. They’re the systems you can trust to uphold your Hilux’s unbreakable legacy.

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When shopping for the right motorbike tyres it’s important to know the basics of all available types, including off-road, cruising, sport, track and touring. Moreover, knowing the right size of the tyres your bike needs and becoming familiar with the different numbering systems is also of utmost importance. Knowing all of this will save you a lot of money and time, not to mention that will keep you safer while on the road. Here are in brief the features of all motorcycle tyre types available.

Race Tyres

• Allow you to corner tight angles
• Accelerate quickly from a standing position
• Are durable on the track use
• Speed when coming out of turns

Off-road Tyres

• Best for off-road (dirt) riding
• Knobby design
• Secured with rim locks, preventing tyre from spinning on the rim in rough terrain

Sport Tyres

• Radial pattern for better road grip
• Made for fast action on roads
• Extremely durable
• Offer great handling in wet and dry conditions

Touring Tyres

• Long distance use for all seasons and weather conditions
• Incredible stability and driver control

Cruising Tyres

• Superior grip on different road surfaces
• Improved stability control
• Great grip for wet weather uses

Once you decide which type you want to go with, the next thing to consider is the size. Things to think about are aspect ratio, rim diameter and width. The first number represents the width. The width is the measurement in a straight line, from the outside of one to the outside of the other sidewall. The tyre aspect ratio shows the tyre’s cross section profile in relation to the height. The number given on the tyre represents the percentage of the height to the tyre’s width. And lastly, the rim diameter is the measurement of the rim upon which the tyre sits. It’s usually measured in inches and it can be found by measuring the insides of the rim lip on one side to the inside of the rim lip on the other side of the rim.

And lastly, consider the manufacturer of the tyres – the most popular ones at the moment are Michelin, Pirelli, Dunlop, Avon and Bridgestone, choose a good one.

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