1995 Montero SR Build

[LaOutbackTrail]

Your SR, even with the challenges you've had with it, is inspiring. Thanks.

Thanks. It's been fun. Can't wait to start exploring in the truck!

[LaOutbackTrail]

Hey guys, just an FYI!

Chilton's manual 50500 1983-1995 Mitsubishi Pickups and Montero.

I wrote in the correct sequence.

[off-roader]

You know you can download the factory service manual for free right? See Mitsubishilinks.com and use that POS for fire starter/kindling instead unless you're trying to discover their many errors...

[LaOutbackTrail]

Dude, see my other post.

YES, I know about the digital FSM, but I also have a printed version. The FSM IS NOT CLEAR about firing sequence, and the daggum Chiltons has a big *** diagram showing it plain as day. Trust me we're pretty pissed about it as it caused too much undue stress. The Chilton was a secondary reference only, that i paid $3 for.

[LaOutbackTrail]

So, after a couple of bone head moves the truck is purring nicely after a full rebuild.

Bone head move 1) whoops no plug in radiator.
Bone head move 2) plug wires in the wrong spot. Misfire.
Bone head move 3) vacuum lines crossed. No brakes and high idle. Switched and she's good to go!

1 and 3 were errors in haste. Everything else was by the book, using the FSM's torque specs and details. There wasn't a clear answer in the FSM regarding the firing sequence (that we found anyways) so resorting to the Chilton's manual, we used the plain as day firing sequence. R-O-N-G!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sheesh! After pondering scenarios, we decided to check the sequence again. Uncle google was our friend so we found several analogous diagrams and gave it a shot. Try two was better but still missing and not full power and then switched the wires again as we weren't certain what the current order was. Sure enough full power and not missing...and high idle! And..... still no brakes.

After scratching our asses for a bit we had a look and the vacuum lines coming from the intake plenum, and thought maybe two were backwards. Sure enough we switched them and a purring she went!

But, the crossed vacuum lines caused one major issue... too much crank case pressure causing the brand new rear main seal to leak. We're hoping that it didn't force the seal out of its seat, as that will cause another day of work that we DO NOT want to do. I'm hoping and praying that its now fixed as now that the vac hoses are right and not over pressuring the case. We'll see.

Before I can start driving the truck more, I'll need to check all of the fluid levels one more time. By the way we did the transmission flush as well with brand new Mitsu ATF, aka RED GOLD!

We're all excited to have the family adventure wagon in top running order and ready to take its inaugural voyage soon!

[1911]

... the truck is purring nicely after a full rebuild.
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We're all excited to have the family adventure wagon in top running order and ready to take its inaugural voyage soon!

Congratulations Scott, good job!

[LaOutbackTrail]

Thanks Lee. I know your situation at the moment is sketchy for trips, but we're looking at doing Thanksgiving week in Big Bend, if you're interested we'd love to have you!

I'm hoping to pick up a second hand Safari Snorkel this week and will begin the process of painting the truck. I'll also be installing a set of hood louvers and maybe a hood scoop. I have access to several Magnahelic gauges to test air pressure and will give it a go to see where its most beneficial to install the louvers and if i would benefit with a hood scoop also.

[off-roader]

How much were the ARB HD springs you bought previously? I may be in line for a set in the not to distant future since I'm sure my stock springs will begin to sag at some point.

[LaOutbackTrail]

I don't remember the exact $ amount, but I think mine were less than $200. Give Jacque at TRDParts4u.com a call he'll hook you up with a fair price. Tell him I sent you. 866-233-4305

[LaOutbackTrail]

I removed the plastic trim in preparation for paint. This will be the last pic you guys see for a little while.....