off-roader
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Ahh, I just let it play and dont worry about the interface...
Eurosonic's Montero 2.5Gen Build Thread
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eurosonic
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On Sunday me and a buddy decided to make a nights trip to Barney Riley Trail which is located in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
We left at around 7 pm got there a little past 10. Sierras had some wild fires burning for past couple of weeks so it was still kinda hazy.
Morning.
What roof top tent..
Love birch trees. Reminds me a lot of Russia when I was growing up as a kid.
The trail is very scenic. Perfect place for some moderate offroading and exploring.
Getting close to the Carson river,
River was about 1-2 foot deep. This time I took off my shoes and walked in half way to see the depth. No one to pull me out if Im stuck.
Eventually got to the hot springs, which were so refreshing. Im coming back with the wife next time!
Took this pic after we filled it up which took about an hour.
Or course,
back home,
Smoky
On the way back there were couple of challenging spots going up hill. I got caught high centered on a boulder and was freaking out for a while. My locker wasn't working again for some reason! This time I know the pump is good but for some reason it wouldn't turn on. Eventually with some HiLift efforts we got over it. I was too stressed to take pictures. Nevertheless it was an great trip.
We left at around 7 pm got there a little past 10. Sierras had some wild fires burning for past couple of weeks so it was still kinda hazy.
Morning.
What roof top tent..
Love birch trees. Reminds me a lot of Russia when I was growing up as a kid.
The trail is very scenic. Perfect place for some moderate offroading and exploring.
Getting close to the Carson river,
River was about 1-2 foot deep. This time I took off my shoes and walked in half way to see the depth. No one to pull me out if Im stuck.
Eventually got to the hot springs, which were so refreshing. Im coming back with the wife next time!
Took this pic after we filled it up which took about an hour.
Or course,
back home,
Smoky
On the way back there were couple of challenging spots going up hill. I got caught high centered on a boulder and was freaking out for a while. My locker wasn't working again for some reason! This time I know the pump is good but for some reason it wouldn't turn on. Eventually with some HiLift efforts we got over it. I was too stressed to take pictures. Nevertheless it was an great trip.
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eurosonic
Expedition Leader
Thanks. I'm at 155k.
Current issues, not sure weather it's mileage related or not.
Heater core leaking for the second time (currently bypassed)
Rear locker has a mind of its own, engages/disengages in 2WD. Doesn't turn on when I want to, turns on when I don't. Will trying changing diff fluid.
Doesn't idle steady when parked - jumps from 500-1300 rpm. No CEL.
That's about it for now
Current issues, not sure weather it's mileage related or not.
Heater core leaking for the second time (currently bypassed)
Rear locker has a mind of its own, engages/disengages in 2WD. Doesn't turn on when I want to, turns on when I don't. Will trying changing diff fluid.
Doesn't idle steady when parked - jumps from 500-1300 rpm. No CEL.
That's about it for now
eurosonic
Expedition Leader
Haven't posted in a while,
Here is some stuff that I did to the truck over last few months.
Rear tire was hanging too low for my liking so I modified the tire carrier mount and moved the tire up few inches by switching the mounting position.
Cut away a from the bottom to move the rim upward.
Before
After
Moved the high lift up on the rack by fabbing up some bolt mounts. I dont really like having it up-there, but have no where else to put it so this will work for now. One day will have on swing away maybe. Also made shovel mounts.
Action poser shot!
Bought these foglights a while back so finally retrofitted them into the ARB bumper.
Here is some stuff that I did to the truck over last few months.
Rear tire was hanging too low for my liking so I modified the tire carrier mount and moved the tire up few inches by switching the mounting position.
Cut away a from the bottom to move the rim upward.
Before
After
Moved the high lift up on the rack by fabbing up some bolt mounts. I dont really like having it up-there, but have no where else to put it so this will work for now. One day will have on swing away maybe. Also made shovel mounts.
Action poser shot!
Bought these foglights a while back so finally retrofitted them into the ARB bumper.
Going back to the beginning of the thread . Do u recall the backspacing on the raceline wheels? Gives a great stance with both 33 & 35" tires
I was thinking a H3 rim might make a good for with some 33" but it may have a Backspacimg that's too deep.
Awesome rig btw. Looked at a 98 tonight based on your build thread
. Do u recall the backspacing on the raceline wheels? Gives a great stance with both 33 & 35" tiresI was thinking a H3 rim might make a good for with some 33" but it may have a Backspacimg that's too deep.
Awesome rig btw. Looked at a 98 tonight based on your build thread
eurosonic
Expedition Leader
Going back to the beginning of the thread
I was thinking a H3 rim might make a good for with some 33" but it may have a Backspacimg that's too deep.
Awesome rig btw. Looked at a 98 tonight based on your build thread
They are 8 inch wide with 0mm backspacing (4.5 inches)
off-roader
Expedition Leader
So when are we gonna go wheeling? Carlos (cap510) is talking about doing a day run to Frank Raines OHV (http://www.co.stanislaus.ca.us/er/parks/off-road-park.shtm) over the thanksgiving holiday. Don't recall all the details though. Wanna come down for the day to wheel?
eurosonic
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off-roader
Expedition Leader
I'll ask him. What ended up being the problem with your locker?