I bought (actually traded some stuff) it knowing the condition. Interior and exterior are in fair condition, but it'll be fine.
The options I'm considering, whenever I finish setting up the Montero, are:
Rebuild/replace the 3FE and install 4spd or 5spd Toyota manual. H41/42 or H55
Tune an OM617 Mercedes diesel to match or exceed HP and Torque values of the 3FE, mate above transmissions to OM617.
Chevy 5.3L (327) to above transmissions or (haven't researched this) a chevy transmission.
I may begin collecting the parts for this soon... once I weigh the options. Time to get the dry erase board out!
The options I'm considering, whenever I finish setting up the Montero, are:
Rebuild/replace the 3FE and install 4spd or 5spd Toyota manual. H41/42 or H55
Tune an OM617 Mercedes diesel to match or exceed HP and Torque values of the 3FE, mate above transmissions to OM617.
Chevy 5.3L (327) to above transmissions or (haven't researched this) a chevy transmission.
I may begin collecting the parts for this soon... once I weigh the options. Time to get the dry erase board out!