I would like to suggest we start some form of a part number repository for items we have found that have a specific benefit above and beyond the 'mass merchandiser' stuff you would get at AutoZone, Pep Boys, or Advance Auto Parts.

We should keep it simple:
What it is
Part number
Manufacturer
Where to get it
Why it's better

Things like head gaskets, oil pump gaskets, shocks, oil filters, etc...this could be put into a spreadsheet or database for all to access.

I have some OEM numbers I will put in tomorrow.

Rob in Hell

PS: Any chance we could make this a 'sticky'? Seems I can't do that (there's no radio button)

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2.5" Longer KYB Shocks for Gen I v6 Montero/Pajero/Raider
Front: KG5603a (only stock shock needed)
Rear: KG5483 ~2.5" longer (10/5/07: KYB changed part number to KG54320)

Notes:
(1) The longer rear shock was originally designed to fit the front suspension on an 87-92 Ford F-250 and the front of an 85-92 Ford F-350. If you prefer other shock brands such as Tokiko, Rancho, etc. you should be able to use the shocks they make for these trucks in your montero/pajero/raider as well.
(2) You will need to drive out one of the inner metal spacers on the rear shock in order to use it on a Montero.
(3) If you will be wheeling your Monty with the longer shocks, it is very highly recommended that you either reinforce your trailing arms as outlined in this 4x4wire technical article or replace the stock traling arms with Gen II trailing arms.

How about longer KYB's for GEN II's?

The following is an estimate from a performance engine machine shop for a 2.6 turbo with part #'s for some of the sexy stuff - see note at bottom on gaskets.

VAT CYLINDER BLOCKS 95.00
BORE AND HONE CYLINDER PER CYL. 4@19.00 76.00
DECK BLOCK PER DECK SURFACE 1 95.00
INSTALL CAM BEARINGS 1 32.00
CUT JACKSHAFT OIL GROOVE 1 62.50
MODIFY BLOCK (REMOVE #3 CRANKCASE "WALLS"
1 62.50
MOUNT PISTON 4@13.00 52.00
RESIZE ROD 4@25.00 100.00
GRIND CRANKSHAFT PER JOURNAL 9@20.00 180.00
BALANCE WORK 185.00
SUB TOTAL LABOR 940.00

CYLINDER HEAD
HIGH PERFORMANCE VALVE JOB 150.00 PRESSURE TEST 45.00
SURFACE HEAD 45.00
INSTALL STEEL GUIDE 8@6.25 50.00
WELD CYLINDER HEAD 175.00 PORT WORK BY THE HR. 2@62.50 125.00
SUB TOTAL LABOR 590.00

PARTS
8389+002 GUIDE 8@4.09 32.72
H3210 STERLING HYPER CH 1.365 (PISTONS)
4@22.72 90.88
E439KC S/P (RINGS) 65.38
CR4466AM KING (ROD BEARINGS) 18.48
M13546AM KING (MAIN BEARINGS) 28.20
1805M FM AUX SHAFT BRG 15.97
KT1013S TIMING SET FM 100.04
224-41914 OILPUMP FM 81.18
160-1079 VS SBI (VALVE SEALS) 8@3.345 26.76
10145 INTAKE VALVE 4@5.99 23.96
10146S stainless EX VALVE 4@13.62 54.48
HS877OPT1 FP (HEAD GASKET SET) 63.12*
CS8770 FP (FULL ENGINE COMPLETER GASKET SET) 38.37*
2074202 ARP HEAD STUDS 88.04
107-6003 ARP ROD BOLTS 30.13

*note: this is not the best head gasket for a 2.6. The best is HS9112PT FelPro, not the 8770.

Oil Pump Gasket MD060521
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? Reinforced at critical edge where cracking and loss of oil pressure could occur

Flexplate bolts MD952234 (6 reqÆd)
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? Crankshaft vibration weakens bolt strength. Should be replaced in conjunction with torque convertor bolts if removed.

Torque Convertor bolts MD950120 (6 reqÆd)
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? See above, and replace in conjunction with flexplate bolts.

Oil Pan Gasket MD020232
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? Gasket is æhardÆ, and resists crushing/cracking better than compressible paper gaskets

Exhaust Downpipe Nuts MB059333 (3 reqÆd)
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? Nut has self-locking flange at cone end.

Head Gasket MD115646
Model: 2.6L Engine
Why? Head gasket for turbocharged engines resists failure better than standard gasket

More to come.

Rob in Hell

1989-1991 Brake Master Cylinder Rebuild Parts.

MR307964 - Master cylinder kit.
This is the 15/16's inch master cylinder on the V6 models. The kit contains the piston assembly and C clip.
Model - 3.0l

MB238309 - Seal.
This is the seal between master cylinder and reservoir (you need two of these).
Model - 3.0l or 2.6l

MB895813 - Diaphram
This is the diaphram between reservoir and cap.
Model - 3.0l or 2.6l

MB895999 - Reservoir cap.
Model - 3.0l or 2.6l

All you reuse is the master cylinder body and the reservoir.

<small>[ February 25, 2003, 11:54 PM: Message edited by: MarkG ]</small>

part number: MD712012
rear output shaft oil seal (where rear drive shaft enters transfer case) -replacing torn seal during rear leaf SOA
model: '88 Mitsubishi Montero 2.6L 4-cyl manual transmission
price: $9.49 at local Mitsu dealer
[edit: Advance Auto Parts sku# 3260380, mfg# 223608, barcode# 59429 is the same part for $6.50 ... it's good to have an extra on hand while offroad testing rear drive shaft mods <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />]

part no: MB309700
transmission mount that goes on cross-member
model: 88 Montero 2.6L 4-cyl manual tranny
mitsu dealer $44.53

part no: MB007137
transmission mount that goes on driver's side
model: 88 Montero 2.6L 4-cyl manual tranny
mitsu dealer $11.93

part no: 602-1634 Napa Auto Parts, 22.59 each
motor mount
88 Montero 2.6L 4-cyl manual tranny

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