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Possible T-case replacement? #473696 07/08/04 12:20 AM
Joined: Jul 2000
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skidplate98 Offline OP
Mudrunner
I would really like to totally replace the T-case on my 98 Montero Sport with 2.85:1 or 3:1 or 4:1 Where do I start?

I have a laughable low gear of 1.925:1 <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />


98 LS Montero Sport
32" MTRs
2" shackle lift
ARB bumper
Custom Rock sliders
Custom rear bumper
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: skidplate98] #473697 07/08/04 01:21 AM
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PartyTruck Offline
Body Damage is Cool
I think 99% of us Monty owners have the same crappy low range ratio. I'd rather add a extra t-case than simply replacing it. Nothing fits without an adapter plate so a crawler gear with a 2.69:1 or a 3:1 is enough for us who aren't doing any serious competition rock climbing.

Loosing that full-time 4WD is a shame. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />


1987 SWB Pajero 2.5 TDI on 31" rubber waiting for a hip replacement and bigger shoes
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: skidplate98] #473698 07/08/04 02:40 AM
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Lloyd Swartz Offline
Web Wheeler
Quote
I would really like to totally replace the T-case on my 98 Montero Sport with 2.85:1 or 3:1 or 4:1 Where do I start?

I have a laughable low gear of 1.925:1 <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />


Start with emailing Frank for some 2:85 low range gears. There are the only thing available, and quite a bargain compared to custom, one off ideas no one has ever tried. They are easily good for 35" tires, with no moe stalling <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


1996 SR From the Area 51 Skunk Works. 37"BFG Tires, 5" lift, Rock Track 4:1 Case, Tom Woods Drive Shafts, Oasis Air, Front ARB, lifted gas tank, T-max winch and lots of stuff that cost too much.
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: Lloyd Swartz] #473699 07/08/04 04:09 PM
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skidplate98 Offline OP
Mudrunner
Thanks Lloyd, <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />

Do you have his e-mail?

How much did you pay for your 2.85 gears?


98 LS Montero Sport
32" MTRs
2" shackle lift
ARB bumper
Custom Rock sliders
Custom rear bumper
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: PartyTruck] #473700 07/08/04 04:25 PM
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Posts: 388
skidplate98 Offline OP
Mudrunner
I have a 98 MS. So I don't have full-time 4WD.

2.85 gears would be a vast improvement from 1.925.

I just figuer if you are going to spend all that money you might as well do it right and get 4:1 gears. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/coolg.gif" alt="" />
But that won't be happening for some time. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Steve

Quote
I think 99% of us Monty owners have the same crappy low range ratio. I'd rather add a extra t-case than simply replacing it. Nothing fits without an adapter plate so a crawler gear with a 2.69:1 or a 3:1 is enough for us who aren't doing any serious competition rock climbing.

Loosing that full-time 4WD is a shame. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />


98 LS Montero Sport
32" MTRs
2" shackle lift
ARB bumper
Custom Rock sliders
Custom rear bumper
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: Lloyd Swartz] #473701 07/08/04 06:02 PM
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MontyMcV Offline
Trail Leader
Are 2.85s for the MS available?

Mark's email is budzol@hotmail.com...


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Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: MontyMcV] #473702 07/08/04 06:55 PM
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Lloyd Swartz Offline
Web Wheeler
I think there going for 850.00, Franks email is <frankyz@austarmetro.com.au> . Would lower gears be nicer? I dont know, certainly not 4:1, thats too low for me, even with 35s, and the cost to get a custom one off job is in the 4-7K neighborhood, and I dont live their! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> 2:85 stops all stalling, and allows limitless crawl potential with an Auto and 35s, more with smaller tires obviously. 3 or 3.5 might be nice for a little more downhill compression braking on vertical surfaces, although like at the upcoming Colorado rally as an example the 2:85s take away the need for brakes alltogether. Oh, and I cant wait to see how the 5:29s add to it on the same trails this year <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


1996 SR From the Area 51 Skunk Works. 37"BFG Tires, 5" lift, Rock Track 4:1 Case, Tom Woods Drive Shafts, Oasis Air, Front ARB, lifted gas tank, T-max winch and lots of stuff that cost too much.
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: skidplate98] #473703 07/08/04 08:35 PM
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,121
PartyTruck Offline
Body Damage is Cool
Full time???? Active Track???? Super select????
I was refering to the 4H on the t-case wich isn't a 50/50 split between back and front.

I thougt the Montero Sport had the same T-case as the full size. My mistake. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif" alt="" />


1987 SWB Pajero 2.5 TDI on 31" rubber waiting for a hip replacement and bigger shoes
Re: Possible T-case replacement? [Re: PartyTruck] #473704 07/08/04 10:22 PM
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 388
skidplate98 Offline OP
Mudrunner
I think some of the newer MSs have Full time 4WD. But I'm not sure.

Steve

Quote
Full time???? Active Track???? Super select????
I was refering to the 4H on the t-case wich isn't a 50/50 split between back and front.

I thougt the Montero Sport had the same T-case as the full size. My mistake. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif" alt="" />


98 LS Montero Sport
32" MTRs
2" shackle lift
ARB bumper
Custom Rock sliders
Custom rear bumper
Re: Possible T-case replacement? won't fit ... [Re: Lloyd Swartz] #473705 07/09/04 03:45 PM
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 388
skidplate98 Offline OP
Mudrunner
Well, I guess it back to the drawing board. The 2.85 gears won't fit a auto. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/angry.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Here is what frank said.
" If it is the 5sp with the 1.925 low range they will fit if it is the auto
version with 1.90 low range they won't."

Steve

Quote
I think there going for 850.00, Franks email is <frankyz@austarmetro.com.au> . Would lower gears be nicer? I dont know, certainly not 4:1, thats too low for me, even with 35s, and the cost to get a custom one off job is in the 4-7K neighborhood, and I dont live their! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> 2:85 stops all stalling, and allows limitless crawl potential with an Auto and 35s, more with smaller tires obviously. 3 or 3.5 might be nice for a little more downhill compression braking on vertical surfaces, although like at the upcoming Colorado rally as an example the 2:85s take away the need for brakes alltogether. Oh, and I cant wait to see how the 5:29s add to it on the same trails this year <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


98 LS Montero Sport
32" MTRs
2" shackle lift
ARB bumper
Custom Rock sliders
Custom rear bumper
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