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New tire time will also include a set of OME HD Shocks to prevent uneven tire wear that worn shocks can cause. If I can handle the cost, I will also get the OME rear coil springs and sway away torsion bars.
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I am still torn between Revo-AT and G051-MS tires. See the comparisons here:
MS:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?typ- - - e=HAS
AT:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?typ- e=ORAT
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My tire needs are quiet performance handling and smooth ride along with snow traction because where I live there are no snow plows and it is hilly and some dirt roads. I go off road very infrequently because my wife and kids do not want to go along and I am a family first guy.
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My favorite tire store and free rotation / balance place is a http://www.DiscountTire.com which carries the Yokohama Geolander HTS G051, the Bridgestone Revos would be a special order. A set of 4 Geolanders would be about $100 less than the Revos.
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So, what do you recommend another round of Revo-AT or try the Geolander G051-MS this time? Thank You
I found the Nittos to be smoother running than my previous Scorpions, with great traction and were supposed to have a 500 wear rating (never got to find out how long they lasted). The LT load rating was desirable for me, as I go off road occasionally - stronger sidewalls compared to P rating.
Something to consider since they may be cheaper and seem to also be a very good tire.
Has anyone heard whether the Axiom has the same oil-burning issues that Trooper has. They share the same engine design except for the D.I. one don't they?
I see ISUZU has a sales drive going now....$6500 rebates yada yada yada.
Consumer tire reviews have to taken with a grain of salt since there are far too many variables that come into play (experience / skill of the reviewer, initial impressions vs. long-term usage, type vehicle, service duty, personal predjudices, etc.). There are only a few magazines I somewhat trust on their reviews based on personal experience (CR is not one of them).
The GO51's & / or Nitto's may meet your needs just fine but I would talk to someone you trust who runs them for their input - pro & con.
Of all the tires I've used, only 2 models would I ever consider buying again or have bought more than once: BFG KDWS's on my Gen III SHO (2 sets) & Bstone A/T Revo's for my Troop - intended service dependent. The OEM Geo 900's on my '04 Forester XT will not be put back on but I will consider other Yoko models.
http://www.bridgestonetire.com/dpp/sizespecs.asp?passproductid=10- 55
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Geolandar HTS G051, G052, G053
G051 is regular sized P rated tires
G052 is skinny rubber for tall rims
Go53 is the load ranges D E etc..
http://www.yokohamatire.com/pdf/004205.YOK_GeoHTS%20bulletin.pdf
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Interestingly: G051 are all slightly lighter and at the same time slightly larger than the same sized Revos.
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Also in the 255/60R16 size the G051 are rated 112s compared the the Revo 109s. Original Equipment Trooper tires call for 106s.
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I am going to stop thinking about which tires to buy and start thinking about saving up for them and the OME shocks to protect my tire investment.
-mike
I bought a 2-door Tahoe for now. It's fun having a V8! But I am keeping an eye out for a 93 Trooper RS for a wheeling vehicle. If you don't know, an RS is a 2-door and is 17 inches shorter than the 4-door. Makes a nimble little wheeling vehicle! But 93 was the only year they imported RS 2nd gen Troopers to the US, so they are somewhat rare.
1. Fuel link, O2 sensor code
2. Trans Run switch code
3. Brake Switch code.
The service guy told me. The check engine light problem may come from a bad fuel link, so he recommend me to got a new fuel pump ($600) and a new fuel filter ($50). But he still not sure it is the cause of the problem (as usual.)
Anyway, it is annoying. And my wife confirm again that she want a Toyota next time.
A question that my fellow Trooper fan can answer:
How much does it cost (not at dealer) to install a new fuel pump and/or a new fuel filter?
Is it possible to do it by myself?
Thanks a lot!
Peter
The fuel pump changeout is quite an ordeal. You have to drop the gas tank, because the pump is inside the tank. I would leave this to the mechanic, an independent one you have confidence in. It will cost a couple hundred $$ even at that. BUT, if the engine will run, the pump is getting fuel to the engine and I doubt the fuel pump is a problem. The filter is likely the culprit, check the old one after you remove it. Test it by blowing air through it to see how stopped up it is. This could cause a back pressure on the pump that makes it work 'hard' and will shorten it's life if left that way. Otherwise, once the filter is replaced, and the truck still runs, the pump shouldn't be a problem.
Just installed some cleaned-up Aisin manual hubs on my '99 Trooper. I'm hoping for a little bit better gas mileage. For those of you considering this conversion, it is really simple. I took the hubs apart, cleaned them up good and regreased them, and then bolted them on. Now I've got to find a machine shop that will machine those chrome hub covers so that I can bolt them back on and still engage the hubs when I need to.
Overall, a pleasant process and one you should consider if you want the option of disengaging the front driveline.
Tom
Tom, how did the manual hubs affect your MPG's?? I'm seriously considering this if there is a gain to be had. Where did you get the manual hubs that you used? How expensive were they?
Tom
Thank you guys for the helps!
Sad part of the story:
My wife insists to trade in the 99 Trooper to get a new car. She would like to keep our 92 Toyota Tercel, which gives us less problems.
Peter
but just cannot find the drain cock by looking
from under the truck.
do I need to remove that metal plate just below
the radiator to find it?
thx for any advice
Tom
Tom
I did some research on this site and have found that my Trooper does not have the V05 option (heavy duty radiator) and am not sure that there is a stock tranny cooler installed. I tow a 19ft boat that weighs up to 4K pounds loaded, and the Troop does fine except for steep up grades. I was thinking of a adding a Tru-cool tranny cooler and wanted your opinions. Is this recommended and any experience with the install?Also, how do I find out if there is a stock cooler already installed? Not sure I trust my local dealer as they are mostly a GM dealer. Thanks for your time.
Towing/transcooler- All Troopers are setup for towing from the factory, add hitch and you are good. Although it has a built in transcooler I would add one on as extra protection. I should/may do it on mine.
Draining, I usually just pull a hose. I haven't done it on my trooper yet but I should before winter do the hoses and coolant drain/fill.
-mike
I am considering purchasing a 22 ft travel trailer and was wondering if any of you have had a towing experience with the trooper and a trailer of that length and weight. The trailer is 4200 lbs. I have a class III WD hitch on my 98 Trooper.
Thanks,
Paul
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I was looking at a large trailer for a few big loads, now I might go with a smaller trailer at max single axle rating for less expensive use of the stump dump.
-mike
Even when carrying heavy remodelling refuse (roofing, concrete block, whatever), I've never come close to 2990# on the scale.
I think you can do just fine with a single axle trailer.
thanks,
Paul
-mike
-mike
I just bought a used 2000 LS wtih 50000 miles and would like to have a complete change of all the fluids(transmission, TOD, front/rear axles, anything else?). Can someone recommend a place in Chicago to have this done without getting ripped off. How much should this cost?
Thanks. Al
Guess no one is Trooping in Chicago right now.
Check out the Edmunds Maintenance Guide for what the recommended minimum service is.
Steve, Host
It seems ISUZU is leaving US SUV market (or they seems to), and the ISUZU dealers now don’t care about customers and sure, this lead to poor service. Yeah, we are on our own now
A couple of ideas...If the motor was just replaced then it could just be oil/gasket sealer/residue burning off the motor (and normal). If the motor is older it could be a wearing belt or oil or something got on a belt and causing it to burn whenn hot?
-mike
Also, our spare is the OEM spare. Never been used, but it is now at least 6 years old. Same size as the other tires, but it's a Bridgestone Dueler 684. Should it be replaced due to age?
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If winter is mild and the roads not too icy, I could go 6 more months easy. But what if winter is very snowy? Then I will wish I had changed them. I will wait for a bad snow advisory and then go get a new set of tires.
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I am torn between the Revos, a new set of LT245/75R16 are as tall as P256/70's but lighter and the LT245/75 has 15/32 tread depth for more traction and longer wear.
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Or the Michelin LTX M/S are a great tire, but expensive $150, and TireRack.com rates the Yokohama G051 $90 better than the LTX, but side by side in the store the LTX look like a better choice. G051 and LTX don't have a 245/75/16 Load Range C with the deeper tread. I am not going with a heavier than 41 lb. tire, that leaves out the LT265 and some of the P265's.
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Then there's Firestone's new Destination AT which is new, it is lighter than the Revo, and has not quite as high tech a rubber compound, but the price is much lower like the G051's.
Thru Oct. 31, Costco is running a special on Michelins - $60 off a set of 4. I haven't priced the LTX lately, but I bet this would drop the price near $400 for a set of 4.
It is peppy, but doesn't have as much power as the trooper. It is also much smaller inside. The seats are narrow and probably only 2 people could fit across. I don't think it is as nice to drive even though it maybe handles a little better.
Overall seems like a fun truck, but I don't think I like it as much as the trooper. It probably is fun to drive on the washboards, but I imagine that means it doesn't have the same suspension travel so wouldn't be as good over the tough obstacles.
I suspect the reason they sell, is because of their low entry price. They are cheaper than a lot of the smaller SUV's like Tribute, Honda CRV, etc.
The Trooper has one of the most comfortable rear seats I have ever been in. I shopped for a lot of SUVs when we purchased our 1999, and all of those pickup based SUVs, 4runner, pathfinder, etc had the very low seats. That was one of the selling points to me, the comfortable interior.
Some people have complained about the driver's seat, but it works well for me. Just wish they had put grab handles on the drivers side too.
How is the handling? Does the 1-2" lift make any real difference?
Would those of you who have put them in, do it again? Or something different?