Recent content by parobellum

Thanks - I am in Chevy Chase.

We are right outside DC in MD. Any good mechanic recommendation? I want to get some engine work done - plugs, seals, etc. I would like to think I should/could tackle it myself but I see my montero in pieces in the garage for months. I also have a nice garage for someone to work out of. Thanks

Thanks so much. Could anyone help me on the ATF questions?

nwoods - thanks - I actually started another thread on where to fill the AC because I cannot figure it out from the service manual - post july 1997 builds it says use the refrigerant recovery station - I have no idea what that is - I just see this

The FSM says for my vehicle I use the "refrigerant recovery station" to recharge but I cant see where this is shown in the FSM. In my vehicle I have this staring at me - which looks like the right connection

This is my new 1999 w/ winter package. Car is running great, 178K miles, timing belt done 8 months ago, still trying to understand what else was done then. Crazy nice exterior and interior, 4 different tires which I am remedying today with a set of 33x10.5 BFG AT KOs. I am not totally...

Thanks so much - not reproduced, though I am sure a valve seal job would be helpful.

My 1998 gen 2.5 fronts are pretty beat up. I can get a nicer pair of 2002 seats locally - any idea if they work? I have been looking at the manuals and cannot tell. I am going to keep searching for info as well and I will be driving out there this afternoon and physically check.

OK - thanks - I will try today

Thanks. No - I pulled two feet forward. Maybe it was just the revving of the engine to get over the hump sending exhaust up by the tire.

Just got my 1998 Gen 2.5 w/diff lock and adjustable shocks. Drove it home 140 miles today with mildly troubling shaking at speed, though this is likely due to the fact that the tires are all different brands and the fronts are 30x9.5x15 on one side and 260/70r15 on the other, with different...

I have read the other threads and I think they will work - but I am looking at a set of: 265/65 R 16 Duratrac tires on Mickey Thompson Classics - 16" x 8" 6x5.5 Looks like 4.5 backspacing and 0 offset They came off a 1996 Tacoma. The setup is very new and I can get them for less than a...

Well, I think I have read all the threads. I am torn though - sub 100K 1995 SR, well maintained or a 150K 2001 Limited - both about the same price, neither modified. I have 5 kids (ages 4-11) and I want to use this for some trail riding, camping, taking the kayaks places and snow duties during...

I am near Washington DC, would like to spend around $5K, looking for a Montero, Land Cruiser - something that has been already modified for trail/expedition (understanding my price point). I got very attached to a truck on here that got sold, now I am just eager to buy. I can arrange shipping...