Hilux Boy wrote:I came across this document recently which seems pretty good, will be useful to hear from other members whether this still applies as it dates back to 2005
http://www.toyo.com.au/TechInfoPDFs/Alternative%20Wheels%20&%20Tyres%20%20-%20Regulations.pdf
*When converting a passenger car's wheels and tyres to those fitted to a high performance version of that model, the matching suspension components such as springs, shock absorbers and sway bars from the high performance model should also be used.
pmuscat wrote:Hi All,
I recently followed up the adoption of the NCOP standards in QLD. I was told the NCOP would be adopted and it looks like to be early 2011 (officially). The response I got from the Department of Transport is below.
Thank you for your interest in road safety. The Queensland Government is committed to improving road safety outcomes for all road users and cannot reduce the road toll alone. Everyone in the community needs to take responsibility for their on-road behavior and together we can reduce the number of crashes on Queensland's Roads.
The National Code of Practice (NCOP) is in the final stages of finalisation having completed all public and industry consultation with all subsequent changes made to the document. I am happy to advise you that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (the department) was the first jurisdiction to formally accept the NCOP in writing and once all other jurisdictions provide their letters of acceptance the finalised version of the NCOP will be placed on the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government at http://www.infrastructure.gov.au/roads/ ... index.aspx
Once the NCOP has been published in the finalised form, the department will proceed to implement it into legislation while also accrediting the Approved Persons with the new codes. It is envisaged that the NCOP will be in operation in Queensland in early 2011.
pmuscat wrote:Hi All,
I recently followed up the adoption of the NCOP standards in QLD. I was told the NCOP would be adopted and it looks like to be early 2011 (officially). The response I got from the Department of Transport is below.
Thank you for your interest in road safety. The Queensland Government is committed to improving road safety outcomes for all road users and cannot reduce the road toll alone. Everyone in the community needs to take responsibility for their on-road behavior and together we can reduce the number of crashes on Queensland's Roads.
The National Code of Practice (NCOP) is in the final stages of finalisation having completed all public and industry consultation with all subsequent changes made to the document. I am happy to advise you that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (the department) was the first jurisdiction to formally accept the NCOP in writing and once all other jurisdictions provide their letters of acceptance the finalised version of the NCOP will be placed on the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government at http://www.infrastructure.gov.au/roads/ ... index.aspx
Once the NCOP has been published in the finalised form, the department will proceed to implement it into legislation while also accrediting the Approved Persons with the new codes. It is envisaged that the NCOP will be in operation in Queensland in early 2011.
JYELUX wrote:Here is some info for South Australia..
Please read this Link in full
http://www.transport.sa.gov.au/pdfs/per ... Height.PDF
Vehicle Ride Height
Vehicle ride height can be increased by any combination of the following three methods. However, it is important to note that a total lift of more than 50mm requires prior approval and a report from a CPE.
Tyres / Rims
The fitting of rims with a different diameter to those listed on the vehicle’s tyre placard is acceptable, provided that the overall diameter of the alternative rim/tyre combination is not greater than 15mm over the largest combination or 15mm smaller than the smallest combination specified on the vehicle’s tyre placard.
If you intend to fit rim/tyre combination outside the 15mm limit, then an application must be made to Vehicle Standards for an Exemption from that particular section of the Road Traffic Act and a report from a CPE supplied with the application.
Any replacement tyre fitted to your vehicle must also have a load capacity equal or greater than the minimum specified on the manufacture’s tyre placard.
Suspension
When raising the ride height of your vehicle by changes to the suspension, you must ensure that the original amount of rebound travel is maintained. The rebound shall be limited by the same method as the original manufacturer (i.e. limit straps or shock absorber full extension).
The vehicle ride height cannot be raised by:
•Extended or adjustable shackle plates on leaf springs.
•Relocating a leaf spring on the opposite side of an axle to that of the vehicle manufacturer.
•Spacer blocks mounted above or below the coil spring.
•Wedges or blocks located between the coils.
•Spacer blocks mounted between the top of the suspension strut and vehicle body.
Body Lift
The body of a vehicle can be raised by up to 50mm by the fitting of spacer blocks between the vehicle chassis and body at their mounting points. The blocks must be manufactured from steel, aluminum, or metal of equivalent strength. In some cases the steering shaft may have to be extended as well as longer brake hoses fitted.
If there is any alteration or replacement of the original steering components, then the modification requires prior approval from Vehicle Standards and a roadworthiness inspection upon completion. A report from a CPE may be required
Wheel track (cant find hilux on here but seems to apply)
http://www.sa.gov.au/upload/franchise/T ... 202012.pdf
Application to Modify a Motor Vehicle
http://www.sa.gov.au/upload/franchise/T ... ehicle.pdf
Chartered professional engineers
http://www.sa.gov.au/upload/franchise/T ... b%2010.pdf
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