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Not sure what this build will turn into, but hopefully some of this may provide info for other Gen 3 owners. Although I doubt it will be as cool as several of the builds I have seen on here, I want to make it into a reliable and capable 4x4 for moderate trails that still works as a DD for my...

I just got the Asin kit from rock auto along with a ton of other stuff.

That looks good! I saw the part numbers in the other thread, how did you decide on that specific Bilstein? Are those just stock length and valving? Also how long did it take to get the Lovells springs? Thanks for the help.

Thanks for the links Dave. I did see Lovelles kits, but they seem comparable to OME? Any pros or cons....? Toasty, Do you know if the lifted shocks/struts are the same length as stock? One option I am considering is getting Bistein 5100 or 7100 and then having custom heavier springs made. I...

Im in the process of looking for a lift for my 03 Monty and I have a few questions hopefully some of you can shed some light on. Clearly the most obvious choice is the OME, seems pretty proven and straight forward. If I go this route I am considering doing HD in the rear and MD up front (no...

Interested, sent you an email. So my only concern with adding spacers is that the spring will bottom out on its self before the bumpstop fully stops the upwards suspension travel, which will damage the spring over time. Is this a problem, or am I not thinking about the suspension geometry...

Good call on the cam seals Ill make sure to do those. Are they talking about the front main? Is that a problem on these engines? There was just a write up posted (still on the front page) with a link to a DYI flush for the tranny using a disconnected cooler line. That's the route I'm going...

Nice rig! I really like the white Monteros w/tan trim. Im in the same boat I just got an 03 with 100k. My plan is to change all fluids (trans, transfer case, diffs, etc), coolant flush, all new hoses, air filter, spark plugs, plug wires (but not the coils), serpentine belt, timing belt...

Cool. I'd like to see pictures of the spacers. You just used stock LC 80 front springs, what about shocks and struts? Did the stock ones still work? So is there any advantages to using an actual lift kit with longer springs vs. spacers? I'm going to be installing a lift on my gen 3 soon...

Looks good. I bet shipping would be a lot though. I wish there were some US options. Skid plates and rock sliders is the project for next weekend...!

Although a rookie with monteros I've done a decent amount of engine work. Yes replace head gaskets and bolts. Also a few thoughts, I'd have a machine shop still do a once over and check the used heads to make sure the valves, seats and guides are good and that the heads are level. Replace the...

Disregard, I guess when the battery is disconnected you have to drive the car a bit to reset the traction control. All works now.

I got a new 03 Montero and while driving it back the left front tire blew, taking out the inner fender and it got into the wiring harness. Right after it happened the left front turn signal would not work but everything else was fine. Once I got it home I starting looking and the turn signal...

Haha I think that is where they found the lock, the seat was set up and I never saw the compartment in the dark. Yep I still think it is an amazing deal even with the trouble I had. I still cannot believe how clean the inside of the car is, it really looks like new, about as close to perfect...

Well I got the montero yesterday and I have no doubt the miles are accurate. It is a very clean car. I'd say 9.5 on the inside and probably an 8 on the outside. I just knew there would be some issues when I showed up and sure enough there is an oil leak in the vicinity of the rear of the engine...

Well looks like I'll have a Montero tomorrow. An 03 with 98k. Its in Houston so the drive is gonna suck but really excited...

Haha thanks Toasty. I appreciate the feedback. Ill keep the Gen 3 at the top of my list.

Michael Brown.... Thanks great feedback. Normal Dave... Thanks for the heads up on the one with 85k. The price is up now on auto trader, almost 11k!! Also from the pictures it looks like the clear coat is pealing....? It may be worth it to someone but for that money I can get a nice...

Thanks I did see that one. I really am not wanting over 120k, especially for an out of town rig that may be a let down if I took the time to go up there. This will be my wife's DD/family car and we plan on keeping it for a very long time so I want to get a good one with lower miles. There...