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The rack itself does not know it is sitting in the extension. The only concern with extensions is that the leverage is greater on the hitch so if you are towing a heavy trailer this would effectively put "more weight" on your hitch. Given that 3-4 bikes would top out at perhaps 30lbs per bike (steel bikes) this would only equate to 120lbs. A class III hitch on the Montero can carry 500lbs at the receiver so you would be well within the capabilities of the rack/hitch in this configuration. I dont know what the heck those guys were trying to tell you.
I am currently exploring something called the Hitchfork, see this link.
http://www.yakima.com/products/dynamic/8002579_2.html
You could also take off the rear tire cover and use a rear tire mounted bike carrier if you didnt mind leaving your painted cover off.
I am also considering similar sytle racks from Seras and some others that allow you to carry the bike on the back but the tires can stay on the bike. This is usually best for speed, convience and you dont need to figure out where to put the front tires.
I am considering a top rack for a space case and canoe holder as well now that my new garage is an 8 foot door.
Here is the Yakama site as well
http://www.yakima.com/products/bikes/index.html
I would look at other bike rack sites too to see what final configuration suits your needs
Thanks!
http://www.outdoorwire.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=forum&f=69
http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/tech/minutemods/lifter_noise/
General Montero Mods: http://www.4x4wire.com/mitsubishi/tech/
I used a drw tight I think but there are many class 3 hitches out there I would imagine. That is not going to be your concern.
What you need to decide is if you will ever tow, and then what type of plug to install. If you are not going to tow then a plug is not needed and installation of the hitch should be very inexpensive.
Unfortunately it seems that Mitso did not offer and no aftermarket company at the time of my install provided an electric kit that would just plug into the rear break lights to make the wiring easy. As such, some might charge a little more to "hard wire" by splicing into your trucks lines. This is what I did and it is fine as long as you have a good shop do it.
Probably a Uhaul in your area that does hitches could give you some estimates.
If you tow you need to think if you will need a 4, 5, 6, or 7 pin plug.
It was a deal that I couldn't pass up...
2001 Limited, black on black, 24K miles for $23,500 + tax & lic.
I got it from a small dealer in Riverside, Ca. He buys from the Mitsu. auctions. The one I bought had been repossessed
The Monteros had been selling well but it slowed down recently and he had 3 sitting on the lot for a while so he just wants to move them. He says that he is only making $500-$800 on them and is losing money on one. He wants the money out so he can buy what's selling now.
I guess that means that he only paid around $22,500 for them. Interesting considering the dealers around here are charging 28k to 32k for the same cars.
If anyone is interested he has 2 more limiteds for $22,990. One green and one gold. About the same mileage. They are very clean. The one I got was a little more but I like the black.
Here's his ad:
http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/vdetail.jtmpl?car_id=106955571&dealer_id=10165035
I am not affiliated with him in any way. I thought someone else in So. Cal. might be interested.
Keep the posts coming on the modifications like different wheel/tire combos and good info on hitch bike racks.
http://www.cars.com/carsapp Click on "All New for 2003" under "Bying guides" in the left column and select "Mistubishi"
I was shocked to learn from your link that only around 26,000+ Montys were sold last year. That's up from the first year but still.. that has to only be US sales. I read today that Ford will be dropping the Excursion in 03 or 04 due to poor sales in the 20K per year range. Their break even number was 40K... twice what they've been selling. Why didn't I drop my Ford stock when it still had some value?
Drew
I don't think the price will go up much if at all. They may get some more sales with the molding being toned down. I think they made it look more bland, I'll keep my 02', wouldn't mind the bigger engine.
Anyone done PolyAir with their suspension, and where can I get a performance CatBack Exhaust?
Hey Mitsu, loose the grill. Loose it on the Outlander too.
As far as the 3rd row for a baby seat... not a great idea. If you've ever seen the reports on what happens to occupants back there, you'd likely never place a baby there. I don't beleive there are any anchors for a baby seat back there anyway.
Drew
Tell us more about the LATCH system and how it works with the Montero, I have an 01 and a 2.5 yo girl who loves "the bumpy roads". Just read about this LATCH system last night and wondered what I need to get to make it work.
For those of us using the cargo area a lot, they are a major inconvenience. They could have easily been recessed into the floor to avoid being an obstruction but that would have taken some thought I guess.
Drew
Anyone taken advantage of the 000 plan? If so, are you liking it, or do you regret it? Also, last question, any ideas on why there are so many 01 and 02 models on used car lots? The two Mitsu dealers in my area have 13 used 01/02 Montero's between them. Does Mitsu do that many 1 year leases, or are people getting rid of them due to some reason, or can they just not make payments....
I don't recall ever seeing the last generation Montero at rental agency's. I'm guessing the biggest reason was that the previous version was so much more expensive.
Drew
000 was sooo tempting, but being able to pickup a used 02' that depreciated almost 15k from sticker, offset the finacing savings.
Bob
I am very happy with the amount of lift with about 1.5 inches up front and 2.5 in the rear. The ride is still soft, in fact, higher dampened shocks would have been fine with me.
The tire issue: I am concerned about what to do with the spare. You would have two different sizes if you still want to mount under the existing cover
I ordered the stiffer front coils and the regular rears. I will be carrying more weight in the front after installing an ARB bumper,(the ARB will help out with the angle of approach, something the stock monty is lacking.) and eventually a winch.
I looked at tires yesterday, I should not have a problem using 285's once I lift the truck and replace the front bumper. I don't think it would be possible to go that wide with the stock bumper, it looks like it might rub when turning, but I don't know, I have not even lifted it yet.
I got rid of the spare tire cover shortly after getting the vehicle, I did not like the way it looked. Still, I don't even know if the spare mount will take a tire that wide with 7" rims, it does not look like there is much room to spare behind the tire with the stock 265's. Also, going up to 75's it looks like the bottom of the spare tire might rub on the bumper. I plan on checking out the spare situation as the tires are being installed.
http://www.cam.hi-ho.ne.jp/sakira/pajero/aki's%20pajero/index.htm
Thanks
The tires shown are the Geolander M/T and I am thinking of the A/T. Not sure I need the extra mud ability and would probably give up too much road quality. The A/T's rate very well.
Look close at the front fender, it looks like he had to cut it out a little. The 285 probably hit when turned. I figured that there is a reasonable inch of room to work with so anything greater than a 1 inch diameter over stock (265/75-16 will give one inch greater diameter) MAY be too close, especially if you plan on heavy mud or chains.
The force of water into the lens while your driving will allow plenty of moisture to get through. If the seal of the lens appears solid, I'd say you have some small crack and a replacement needed.
Drew
The lift on the picture, up front, seems much higher that the OME suspension. I have the next higher spring rate from stock, not the one for adding a front winch, bumper, etc. The front is about 1.5 inches and rear 2.5 inches now that it has settled a bit. This makes the front about an inch lower. This is something that you can see when standing back. Also, I think it is something you can feel driving or I am hallucinating again. I had the wrong spring plates at first and my front sat higher, like the picture. I think is drives better with the front down a little but the difference is minor.
Also, I would check out the length of the brake lines to be sure there is enough there for articulation. I am no 4wd expert but I think longer lines might be needed. No big deal, in fact, a good excuse to put on braided lines.
I would love a front bull bar and extra set of lights. That JAOS stuff looks real nice. Well, there is always x-mas. Perhaps I could get it for my wife
The lift on the picture, up front, seems much higher that the OME suspension. I have the next higher spring rate from stock, not the one for adding a front winch, bumper, etc. The front is about 1.5 inches and rear 2.5 inches now that it has settled a bit. This makes the front about an inch lower. This is something that you can see when standing back. Also, I think it is something you can feel driving or I am hallucinating again. I had the wrong spring plates at first and my front sat higher, like the picture. I think is drives better with the front down a little but the difference is minor.
Also, I would check out the length of the brake lines to be sure there is enough there for articulation. I am no 4wd expert but I think longer lines might be needed. No big deal, in fact, a good excuse to put on braided lines.
I would love a front bull bar and extra set of lights. That JAOS stuff looks real nice. Well, there is always x-mas. Perhaps I could get it for my wife
The lift on the picture, up front, seems much higher that the OME suspension. I have the next higher spring rate from stock, not the one for adding a front winch, bumper, etc. The front is about 1.5 inches and rear 2.5 inches now that it has settled a bit. This makes the front about an inch lower. This is something that you can see when standing back. Also, I think it is something you can feel driving or I am hallucinating again. I had the wrong spring plates at first and my front sat higher, like the picture. I think is drives better with the front down a little but the difference is minor.
Also, I would check out the length of the brake lines to be sure there is enough there for articulation. I am no 4wd expert but I think longer lines might be needed. No big deal, in fact, a good excuse to put on braided lines.
I would love a front bull bar and extra set of lights. That JAOS stuff looks real nice. Well, there is always x-mas. Perhaps I could get it for my wife
http://www.jaos.co.jp/web_jaos/of.html
Steve
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traction control and stability control standard.
More HP/torque...good
Less Ground clearence....bad
Stability and traction control...it depends on how they designed it, if it ends up like the Sequoia system that will be real bad. If they make it so it can be completely turned off in 4wd situations other than snow/ice it might be a good thing. Has anyone been able to get their Montero stuck yet. I sure havent.
Alternatively I could dump the rear plastic and go with a nice leather/vinyl cover with the larger tires.
My son got a Holden "Jackaroo" cover for his Trooper. Makes people take notice, if you care about such things.
I also need information on jacking the vehicle, could I jack under the rear diff carrier then place the stands on both sides? Or should I jack under the trailer hitch brackets? What about the front?
Brillmtb, once I have finished the lift I will get my new tires. I did decide on the tire I will buy. Les Schwabb is still having a sale on Wild Country tires. I will go with the TXR model either 285or265/75. These tires a rated very good for wet road traction/snow and excellent off-road with a very aggressive tread pattern. Here is the link. http://www.lesschwab.com/w3lsnet/businesslines/tires/suvpickup/WildCountryTXR.asp
I doubt you could fit a larger diameter tire under the spare cover, it is a pretty tight fit as is, just chuck it like I did