Good purchase and welcome to the wonderful world of monteros!

Go ahead and give the 4X4 a try. It will probably work without any problems.
SR is a very capable vehicle. You will be impressed. You may have to do a bit more searching when looking for parts. You can't just go to Auto Zone and expect items off the shelf.



1990 Montero LS "Bottom Feeder" LWB, 33's, Cheapass Lift, 2" body lift, Dual BoUnCyS, Dual LSD's, KC's.
1995 Montero SR Complete LS interior swap and a BoUnCy from a 96 SR. General Grabber AT2's 33X12.5. 1.5" Body Lift