First post. I've done some basic stuff, need to get rid of the bumpy noise in the front. Looking for a parts list. I prefer the upgraded parts, suggestions would be appreciated. Here is the latest pic.
When do you hear the bumpy noise? whenever it's moving, or just when turning? determines what to consider. I could be the worn sway bar bushings. It may also be the front suspension simply needs to be lubed. The FSM (Factory Service Manual) shows you all the lube points. There are over a dozen so make sure you hit them all.
If you have a shop lube it, don't rely on their knowledge. I keep copies of the lube point (zirk fittings) page in the FSM in my rig and hand it to the local lube place that does my oil changes. Yes, I can do that myself but I'm lazy, don't want the mess or having to dispose of the oil, and can afford the $30 or so to have them do it. I also check that the motor oil spec either matches or supersedes the original spec. I don't use oils that 'exceed' the spec. In marketing speak, simply 'exceeding' a spec means they probably haven't actually tested & certified the oil to meet it.
BTW, if you haven't already, visit mitsubishi links dot com and download the FSM for your rig.
off-roader should chime in soon. He has a mound of knowledge on the SR.
LOL, not sure about that mound. If it is a mound it potentially cr_p LOL!! I will be the last to say I'm any kind of expert. Over the past decade of owning several I have read/learned a lot of things about mitsu 4x4's (Montero's & Raider's mostly... not so much Montero Sports, Mighty Max's, etc.) and mostly from forums like the old vmag forums, 4x4wire, and ExPo.
betting the clunk is worn sway bar links or bushings.
Good suggestion. Definitely worth checking out. The last I recall those bushings are only ~$20 from a dealer/stealer. Not worth 'upgrading' them to poly bushings since the original ones lasted longer than you'll probably own the vehicle.