Gen 1 w/leaf spings Montero Spoert axle swap

[northernmonty]

Hey I'm new to the forum. I have an 87 Montero and I've read that the axle from Montero Sport circa 98 is a direct swap. I can't find any specific info on the project, tho. Anyone have advice or a link?

 

[jeep-N-montero]

Did you try google yet?

 

[Toasty]

Basically a bolt in if you use your original springs, if you upgrade to sport springs you will need to open up the front hangers a bit so they don't squeak. You will need tools, a grinder, a drill and knowledge to work these tools and the job takes a couple hours start to finish. Look for a Montero Sport axle with an air locker and disc brakes to make the swap worth doing.

 

[Toasty]

Also I have a thread somewhere on 4x4wire.com titled "1988 Montero Turbo Diesel" something or other with the swap info and if you're lucky some pictures. Google it.

 

[northernmonty]

Thanks for the quick response Toasty. The reason I posted here is because I could not find anything on google specific to the project, jeep-n-montero, but thanks for your valuable insight. Lots of people with 3.0s and sr swaps. Just looking for verification that it is a thing before I get too into it.

 

[Toasty]

sneakyninjaaction on photobucket is where my pics of this swap are. you can get an idea of what's involved