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  1. BayMonty

    TRQ 12-Piece Steering Kit...Any Good?

    https://www.1aauto.com/chevrolet-gmc-steering-and-suspension-kit-12-piece-set-trq-psa58721/i/1asfk01099/931354/1997#product-reviews-content Just picked up a 97 K1500 Suburban. Pitman and Idler arms are definitely shot. Steering very lose. Could possibly need more front end parts (tie rods, ball...
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    Suburban vs Excursion for Family of 8

    I’ve read about the legendary 7.3. I’ve also read about the common issues in the X, like the electrical systems, brakes, and suspension. I’ve read about the 8.1, and it’s common GM issues. This rig will be the daily family hauler, but will also serve as the adventure/overland vehicle. Will...
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    Aftermarket Gen 2 Brake Master Cylinder Options?

    I've had the brake light on since I purchased the Montero in February. I've changed the cap and diaphragm, the float, replaced reservoir fluid, bled the brakes, etc. Nothing has helped. E-brake was also inspected and the contacts/sensor is fine. Don't know what else it could be so thinking about...
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    Help! Issues after running over metal object on highway.

    On the way to work this morning, I ran over a metal object on the highway going about 70mph. The car in front of me was about 4-5 car lengths ahead and veered to the left and I unfortunately didn't react in time. I ran over the object with my front right tire and immediately the orange...
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    HELP! SoCal Gen 2 Montero’s Get Us Seat Covers from CoverKing!

    Just reached out to CoverKing about Custom Leather Seat replacements. They replied and said if there is a Gen 2 Montero in SoCal that they can borrow for 4-6 hours to take measurements, they’d be able to offer it in about 4-6 weeks. SoCal Gen 2 Montero’s...please help out!
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    Seafoaming the Montero

    Would you seafoam your Montero right after a major maintenance service and tune up? I was always told to do it right before changing the spark plugs...but totally forgot.
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    BayMonty's 1997 Gen 2 Montero LS

    Just got the Monty back from the shop and just swapped in a used set of 31” BFG KM2’s on 15” AR23’s in a satin black. Just completed today: Timing Belt Water Pump Idler Pulley Updated Crank Bolt OEM Thermostat with O-Ring Valve Cover Gaskets Intake Plenum Gasket PCV Valve Upper/Lower Radiator...
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    Picked up a 97 LS - First Things First

    A few years ago I sold my 2000 Montero Endeavor to make way for the family Suburban as we were expecting our 5th child. I was finally able to start looking for another Montero about two months ago and found this 97 LS on Facebook Marketplace a few days ago. There have been several Montero's...
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    Front CV Axles - Factory OEM vs. RockAuto ???

    CV Boots are ripped on both left and right sides. No clicking yet. Has anyone had a good experience with the CV Axle shafts from Rock Auto? I could get both for around $100. Mitsubishi wants close to $1700 for factory shafts! I could do a lot with the money saved. Or is OEM the only choice...
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    New Gen 2.5 Monty Owner

    Just picked up this Endeavor today. 121k miles! I've wanted one for a long long time. It was between this and a Sequoia. Having owned a Sequoia in the past (great vehicle BTW), and wanting some different, I'm glad I finally found one - and in this condition.
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