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so......
if i find a sr ill be safe taking it from a donor????? just rebuild the insides?
what about the front differential?

Yes.
No, for the rear, you'll want the entire setup from hub to hub and possibly the driveshaft (needs confirmation), plus the mitsu air compressor in the rear (or an aftermarket air source with a low pressure regulator). The rear locker only needs a few pounds of pressure to engage the locker.
The front will require the SR's ring and pinion gears.

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i want to run 33's i have a total of roughly 4" of lift.

Its a Montero and not a jeep so you'll only need a 1-2" body lift for 33's. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

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i want to retain my MPG and better offroading basicaly the upward & downward crawl..
it is going to be a camping backcountry expedition vehicle along as my DD till i get "newer Style" montero for the DD.

Are you looking at doing overlanding (back country exploring) or harder core off roading rock crawling or high clearance 4x4 trails? If mostly overlanding, then I recommend 31's or 32's. You'll get far better mileage and (albeit not a big issue) reduced wear on your engine/drivetrain.

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i have contacted a local shop that specializes in regearing the "WEEPS" and domestic 4x4 and they cant help me. so im stuck


Yeah we know how 99% of 4x4 shops are clueless about mitsu 4x4s. Mirrors the US 4x4 market. Primarily because of Mitsu's Motors N. America's highly effective marketing team... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

HTH <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />


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