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As a technician, I always used a Matco HD booster that I had. Bought it in 2004 and used it until 2007 at which time I sold it and went back to school to get my degree to become an RN. Worked like a charm and never once had a single problem with it in those 3 years. Was a bit expensive but they...

Locker Winch Rock Sliders/ skid plate A garden on your roofrack If you were given a choice of these modifications to do to your rig first and money wasn't in the picture, you already had the other first things that YOU can think of....and all of that.... What would it be of these choices?

I think the H3 came with a rear locker from the factory. At least most of them I think.

You know my answer on this one already. :)

Those last 2 pictures are basically just for the "rugged" look. The nudge bar cannot serve any purpose other than a perfectly good waste of resources. The brush guard has the potential to serve a few minor purposes if used wisely, but as stated it is a damage multiplier and typically just...

That combo to get the Patrol up some will work fine as a start and even for the rest of your ownership to be honest. Be sure to get shocks that are mono-tube in design as they are far superior to a twin tube for off road use. I think the shortening will be just fine as a way to fit 35s. For my...

You shouldn't worry about water getting into the engine bay. Regardless of whether you ford through water and it gets in there or water gets in from a little rain. I shouldn't hurt anything. If you'll be putting up a snorkel the engine should be sealed anyway and it more than likely is...

The style is from a Trans Am ram air hood. I am sure it is non functional and looks like something a crackhead would put on a honda civic that has a coffee can as it's exhaust.(only my opinion mind you) If you can make it functional in a way to remove heat from under the hood and you like the...

Remember the emotional tie I was talking about? I know this looks good, but be careful and take someone with you to spot the faults. If it is in good order, I'd say that it is a good idea. Just don't be too wide eyed when you talk to the guy. :) By god, please find a different hood before you...

I agree with your reasoning fully. Though even as that being the case, the smaller options of those vehicles are available as are much larger options of the Ram. If you compare a king cab Ram, it will be a much different story. To me, that would make the point across in a more relevant manner...

To be honest, I acquired my winch bumper, winch, rock sliders, and high lift all for well under 1500. I did the installing of it all myself though. My vote goes for the winch set up and high lift. If trail gear makes Rock sliders that can fit your H3, they should be fairly inexpensive. Find a...

I know what you mean. Though if he is not a warn winch snob, he should be able to pull it off. There are several great options that are way more cost effective than a warn. As you stated though, he could mount the winch behind the bumper therefore allowing him to focus the money elsewhere. I...

A good free mod would be to pull the useless sidesteps off. Unless you have kids and they need them. If it was my 1500, I'd get a winch bumper and winch. While you're at it you should invest in a high lift jack with a lift mate and base. You've got a good platform, so to be honest all you need...

Sorry but I don't see how that is counter productive.... The kid has questions and is asking for advice/ opinions. As far as the class of these, they are all built for the same purpose and close to the same dimensions. For a 17 year old, I am sure he is not worried about the EPA classifications.

Actually, all of the vehicle mentioned are in the exact same class. Even the lowly XJ.... I say CARRY ON

In stock form-> Heck yes! 4,000 will get you a long way. I know of quite a few examples including mine. But I do my own wrenching as a lot of the Montero folk do or at least have friends that do.

Yes, tools are expensive. Especially if you buy good ones. (most of my stuff is $nap-on and Matco $) Not to mention the materials to perform the work and if you know what you are doing because if you have to pay for labor that just doubles or triples what the parts will cost on average. The...

Very interesting. I have seen so many new wranglers as of late and I can't help but thinking chrysler is making it more car-like. It's a shame really, but the only one I'd own out of the bunch would be the Toyota Tacoma as I do not believe one bit in any chrysler product. It's just my own...

I will second the notion on a 4runner as it will take a good bit of money to make the XJ a sturdy enough vehicle to get to Toyota level. It will be a choice you will not regret. If for some reason you are inclined to pursue a less expensive build that will be along the same lines (except with...

Instead of giving up on the Montero platform why don't you consider a possible GM engine/ transmission fitment. Does anyone know if a 5.3 will fit in our engine bay? I know width wise it would, but length wise would probably be an issue. From what I understand a GM 3.8 and 4.3 fit fairly well in...