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  1. plh

    GEN III water pump and the such

    yea, at 90K miles since last timing belt, water pump, tensioner service you are due again. Actually I think the second and beyond belt is service interval at 60K miles each. $1004.87 is in the realm of normal pricing. I paid about $1200 at the Mitsu dealership about 5 years ago on the '05...
  2. plh

    265 or 285?

    with no lift installed stick to: 265/75/16 KO2s
  3. plh

    2008 Land Cruiser 65K miles for $12K

    Can this be imported to USA? Guessing not. Not sure if the Canadians worship the LC as much as peeps in the USA.
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    1997 Land Rover 4 door pickup with the steering wheel on the correct side $150,000

    how did this get registered in the good 'ol USofA!?! Doesn't meet the 25 year import requirement. Oh never mind, its a chopped up NAS D90
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    DIY 12v Low Voltage Cutoff with battery monitor

    great idea. Quicky link to the LVD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018TW0KN2/ref=asc_df_B018TW0KN25392805 Too bad that 12.1 disconnect switch isn't 12.25 (approx AGM 50% SOC limit), but might be close enough.
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    Samsung Galaxy Tab A & GPS without WiFi

    I have the Tab A 7" and it works perfect offline. I've had it for probably 3 years, maybe the newer models don't?
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    Amayama Mitsu OEM parts A cautionary experience

    Agreed. Thailand has a very stable skilled workforce. After the costs of manufacturing became too expensive in Japan, the Japanese moved (or expanded) their manufacturing businesses to Thailand.
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    Amayama Mitsu OEM parts A cautionary experience

    There are varied competencies across the globe including in the USA. I certainly would not expect your comment to be all encompassing for every or even most Chinese (automotive OEM tier) companies. I work for an automotive tier 1 and have lived and worked in China for an automotive tier 1, and...
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    Amayama Mitsu OEM parts A cautionary experience

    Vehicle OEMs actually "make" very little for their cars. Most components and sub-assemblies and system assemblies are engineered and purchased thru automotive tier 1 subcontractors and assembled by either the OEM or (hold your breath) their subcontractors. Tier 1 subcontractors have global...
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    GEN 2 DOHC 3.5 Intake Plenum fix

    wow, huge score on that find, and great write-up
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    Drivability of 33s on a SWB '92 Pajero (4D56T)

    I have 33" tires on my '88 with a 4D56T intercooled transplant. Its fine. Not a speed demon, and wasn't with the G54B either.
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    Any Pro's and Con's regarding SuperWinch versus Warn

    I also have a Warn HS9500. Bought it used more than 5 years ago, guessing its 15 years old or more. Awesome winch, don't think they make them any more. Old used ones go for $850, but be careful, they are stupid fast. I also have a Superwinch 8000 something - works fine, not half the winch the...
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    Will Automakers Get the Market and Make Simple Vehicles Again?

    Depreciation, happens fast on new cars too. Almost as fast as you can make a lease payment!
  14. plh

    Google Project Fi

    I did this method as well for 18 months as my primary phone. It was a Moto X Pure which is really similar to the phones at the time that Google was selling. I have since moved to a Moto X4 (from Google). The pluses that I have noticed is seamless switching between carriers where-as if I ran...
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    What are some of the most reliable old vehicles?

    Or even an early Gen 2 Montero. Up thru '93.
  16. plh

    3rd Gen Montero Roof Rack Rail Replacement

    I thought the Gen 3 rails were more than that. 220 lbs sticks in my head. I'll look in my owners manual when I get a chance.
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    part time hubs

    I'd pass on any except real Superwinch, real Aisin or real Mitsubishi China (Changfeng). I have experience with several Chinese copies, and found them not to be worth the hassle.
  18. plh

    3rd Row?

    The kids will need to be climbing over the second row or coming in from the rear gate and climbing over the 3rd row to get into those seats in a Gen 2 with car seats in the middle row. Also as the kids grow, there isn't too much leg / foot room in the 3rd row in either a Gen 3 or Gen 2. I'm...
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    4WD Not Dis-Engaging. Is it Safe to Drive on Hard Surfaces?

    Could actually be engaging to 4HI and out to 2WD being most of the system is mechanical, and the sensors that turn on the lights need exercising, cleaning or replacing.
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