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  1. MoabRefugee

    Fuel economy and odd auto tranny behavior gen 3 montero

    Have you run and injector/fuel system cleaner? A can of BG 44k did wonders for pepping up my 01 after purchase. I still sent my injectors off for cleaning/spray pattern/volumetric testing, however, it proved unnecessary according to the results. He sends pics of the spray patterns, and I had...
  2. MoabRefugee

    Anyone looking for a very clean set of 17" Gen 3 Montero wheels?

    Decided to choke down the cost of Evo Corse Dakar Zeros...can't have a Rally Raid replics Gen 3 without the right wheels. GLWS
  3. MoabRefugee

    Anyone looking for a very clean set of 17" Gen 3 Montero wheels?

    I may be interested in these in a few weeks. I am in Steamboat, so I would just blast down and grab them. I will PM you as I get closer. These will be for a set of "highway tires", so the price swayed me into considering 17's. Will advise.
  4. MoabRefugee

    Gen 3 Brake Upgrade / Replacement

    Using different compound pads is an easy way to play with brake bias. Although the fronts, ultimately, are capable of greater braking force due to forward weight transfer(braking/downhill/etc.) using a more aggressive pad in the rear, does still increase overall braking performance up to the...
  5. MoabRefugee

    Gen 3 and tire noise

    I agonized for nearly a year over tires, and ultimately chose KO2's in 265/75R16. Despite being Load E, the ride is great, and noise levels are actually quite low. Having replaced a RR Wheel Brg/Hub, I realize how trully quiet the tire is. G3's are "boomy", all the more so with 3rd row...
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    Gen 3 Brake Upgrade / Replacement

    IMO, drilled rotors are a no go for overlanding, and slotted rotors' only advantage in our application is quicker "clearing" of the pad, which might be an aid for wet/muddy conditions. I have a complete set of Centric Premium rotors and Akebono Pro ACT pads stacked in the corner of my shop, just...
  7. MoabRefugee

    Fun Time w/ Gen 3 Brakes

    Sabre has an excellent tutorial on replacing the HBB accumulator. To clarify, I did not replace or remove the HBB system, merely the accumulator, the grenade shaped object on top of the HBB assembly. It is tis component which is charged by the HBB motor/pump assembly. These make a very...
  8. MoabRefugee

    Fun Time w/ Gen 3 Brakes

    Did the piston move freely in the bore? About to do fresh rotors/pads and wheel bearing hub assemblies at all corners. I noticed a marked increase in pedal effort prior to my HBB accumulator making the dreaded "quacking duck" sound. After HBB replacement (10 min) and fresh fluid(only at the...
  9. MoabRefugee

    03 Montero Rotella T6 Question

    Yep, the blue bottle(which has changed recently in shape/label)....21.97 all day long at WM and $21.36 Amazon Prime. 3rd change on Rotella, and I have no desire to switch oils. As stated previously, the Monty (Gen3 w/ 3.5l) just "likes" it...
  10. MoabRefugee

    Help me price our Gen3

    3K ON the 60K service...57K to go before service is due again.
  11. MoabRefugee

    Making Skid plates for my Gen 3

    I was ready to pull the trigger on your Mid Plate, but held off as I had concerns about compatibility with complete sets (Boo's), as I would like the additional coverage. Will you be offering these shortly through ADD? If so, I am in. Am I better off ordering both simultaneously? I have been...
  12. MoabRefugee

    Gen 3 4.9 Gears (01 w/LSD) What to know?

    Nearly ready to go the 4.9 and Ft. Locker route. Any concerns with "clutch pack" on the rear LSD prior to transfer? I have been running M1 75-90 LS since purchasing the truck, with what I feel have been great results. Some folks swear by Mitsu oil, but the M1 (diff), BG Full Synthetic...
  13. MoabRefugee

    Adventure Driven Design Gen 3 Montero Skid Plate

    That is a solid looking piece for sure. I finally got around to estimating shipping on one of these...FREE!. I have to say, that was enough to tip me into going this route. I get to support a forum member and American manufacturing, rather than Australian's and international shippers. As...
  14. MoabRefugee

    Question: Gen 3.5 Ltd 3.8L vs. 255-85-R16's

    About to install some IKEA cutting board 7mm spacers front/TJM 66320 20mm FJ80 spacers rear. No lift coils until I have a better idea of fully laden weight. I have maybe 800 miles on KYB strut mounts, upper spring insulators and GaJ's For now, this will work, but Lovell's/Bilstein would have...
  15. MoabRefugee

    EyeInTheSky's Gen 3 Budget Build Thread

    Glad that you got it sorted. Stoked for you, and way to see "it" through to a running vehicle! I know that I am enjoying the Monty so much more, not just the change in performance, but because I KNOW everything has been done properly. I respect the mechanic profession enormously, as...
  16. MoabRefugee

    Question: Gen 3.5 Ltd 3.8L vs. 255-85-R16's

    Agree on the neutered thing with 265/75's, but the KO2 look surprisingly aggressive in person imo. Ultimately, I just couldn't accepts the idea of 59# tires, as tire weight has such a dramatic effect on everything, wear, accel,decel. Plenty of Gen3 folks love them, and I think that having the...
  17. MoabRefugee

    EyeInTheSky's Gen 3 Budget Build Thread

    I was just in mine 2 weeks ago, and I have all of my takeoff parts handy. Happy to snap a pick and or assist as best I can.
  18. MoabRefugee

    Question: Gen 3.5 Ltd 3.8L vs. 255-85-R16's

    Load D in the 255 might be a bit flexy under a Monty's 5200# +. Surprisingly, am incredibly pleased with KO2's E rated ride quality on the highway, and trusting the construction doesn't hurt. I was strongly considering load C, to give you an idea how concerned I was about ride quality...
  19. MoabRefugee

    Question: Gen 3.5 Ltd 3.8L vs. 255-85-R16's

    I think it depends largely on what you are currently running, their weight, and how often you are at altitude. I drove an 02 onroad at 8100 feet in NM, with a fresh rebuild, and it was a dog, particular with wind. By that I mean, you aren't passing with a 20 mph headwind. Maybe the 3.8 is...
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