MontyTX
New member
Hey Guys, new to the 4WD scene. Looking for some direction on my RIg.
98 Montero 2.5 - 171K
1. Runs great, shifts great but did have the timing belt/pump kit done immediately for peace of mind - 2nd owner didn't have history but also suggested it.
2. Sitting on 33x12.5/15s - will stick w that size
3. Came w Snorkel
Looking at :
1. Want to do a 1.5 - 2" body lift but can't find any part numbers or kits. Don't need a suspension lift. Any help on BL kit? - although not urgent
2. Can a winch be installed on the stock bumper and what would I need?
3. Want to update/upgrade some suspension/steering - will try and tackle the upper/lower control arms/ball joints, inner/outer tie rods, pitman. I'm confident to do this work then get professional alignment. Anything else that I'm missing/suggestions? I understand that these $100 kits from 1aauto, rockauto are frowned upon - any input on those.
So far
1. Timing Belt, Water Pump kit, Plugs/wires, valve cover gaskets - done by mechanic
2. Changed engine oil/filter top off fluids
3. Slowly replacing Trans Fluid - about 4 qts in - 2 qts at a time to not shock the tranny. Will eventually do filter and fluid in pan.
4. Took out the front seats and power washed the front half(cut it across for ease) of the carpet and cargo area carpet. - came out ok but better.
5. Took off/painted roof rack and then installed new cargo Arsken roof rack on top of the factory - will buy new cross bars from HF and reinstall for more stablilty.
Needing -
1. New stereo and speakers - going to run new 6x9s, 6.5 components, new wire for the speakers and new head unit.
a) currently have aftermarket - factory harness was cutoff, terrible install, terrible setup. Don't see amp so just gonna run the new HU and 4 speakers w Noico matting - delays in shipping due to the Rona!
2. Need new driver side Fog Light Lens Cover - not urgent
3. Will install some LEDS add on bar lights.
4. MAJOR NEED - will have to replace/repair Heater Core later on
5. Also doing the rotors/pads soon.
PS - Just came across ADD and they have BL kit any others out there
also - anyone tried the Harbor Freight Winch Plate mount
So much to do
Any help appreciated - wife was not mad, but not happy about this purchase but now she's coming around - understands that our boys gotta be boys and they are enjoying tooling around w our little family project vehicle.
Everyone be safe w this COVID-19
Danny T.
98 Montero 2.5 - 171K
1. Runs great, shifts great but did have the timing belt/pump kit done immediately for peace of mind - 2nd owner didn't have history but also suggested it.
2. Sitting on 33x12.5/15s - will stick w that size
3. Came w Snorkel
Looking at :
1. Want to do a 1.5 - 2" body lift but can't find any part numbers or kits. Don't need a suspension lift. Any help on BL kit? - although not urgent
2. Can a winch be installed on the stock bumper and what would I need?
3. Want to update/upgrade some suspension/steering - will try and tackle the upper/lower control arms/ball joints, inner/outer tie rods, pitman. I'm confident to do this work then get professional alignment. Anything else that I'm missing/suggestions? I understand that these $100 kits from 1aauto, rockauto are frowned upon - any input on those.
So far
1. Timing Belt, Water Pump kit, Plugs/wires, valve cover gaskets - done by mechanic
2. Changed engine oil/filter top off fluids
3. Slowly replacing Trans Fluid - about 4 qts in - 2 qts at a time to not shock the tranny. Will eventually do filter and fluid in pan.
4. Took out the front seats and power washed the front half(cut it across for ease) of the carpet and cargo area carpet. - came out ok but better.
5. Took off/painted roof rack and then installed new cargo Arsken roof rack on top of the factory - will buy new cross bars from HF and reinstall for more stablilty.
Needing -
1. New stereo and speakers - going to run new 6x9s, 6.5 components, new wire for the speakers and new head unit.
a) currently have aftermarket - factory harness was cutoff, terrible install, terrible setup. Don't see amp so just gonna run the new HU and 4 speakers w Noico matting - delays in shipping due to the Rona!
2. Need new driver side Fog Light Lens Cover - not urgent
3. Will install some LEDS add on bar lights.
4. MAJOR NEED - will have to replace/repair Heater Core later on
5. Also doing the rotors/pads soon.
PS - Just came across ADD and they have BL kit any others out there
also - anyone tried the Harbor Freight Winch Plate mount
So much to do
Any help appreciated - wife was not mad, but not happy about this purchase but now she's coming around - understands that our boys gotta be boys and they are enjoying tooling around w our little family project vehicle.
Everyone be safe w this COVID-19
Danny T.