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 Side step removal
#834047
09/04/07 07:19 PM
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Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 49
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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Hi there everyone...I am so happy, I got to take the Monte out on Argentine Pass here in CO over the weekend and do some wheeling! I did have one gripe that was pretty annoying...the bang from these steps laying down on some of the rocks <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/zombie.gif" alt="" /> lol!! Is there anything special I need to consider when I take these SOB's off? I am thinking of just leaving them off for now... Thanks! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />
2002 Montero Sport 3.0L LS AWD, 130K - Stock
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 Re: Side step removal
[Re: carlover626]
#834048
09/04/07 07:41 PM
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Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,892
Web Wheeler
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You can probably use the MontyMcV method...just hang your truck off a biga$$ rock and peel them off. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
They should just be bolted on...they are on the GenIIs.
- '92 LWB V6 3.0 5 sp 33x10.5 BFG M/Ts & Bouncy seat - '95 LWB V6 3.0 Auto (Scrapped) - '05 Montero Limited. Bone stock <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: carlover626]
#834049
09/04/07 07:52 PM
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Joined: May 2003
Posts: 2,049
Body Damage is Cool
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just some wrenches sockets ratchets and maybe an extension or two, basic tools and basic wrenching skills
97 Montero SR w/Mitsu Adj Shocks & Rear Diff Lock ARB Front Diff Lock 4.9 Ring/Pinion 3.15 transfer box 43:1 crawl ratio 2" suspen lift 2" body lift 2" Gas Tank Lift 35x12.5 MTRs 15x10 Wheels Rock Sliderz ARB front bumper w/12k winch Custom rear bumper
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: carlover626]
#834050
09/04/07 07:56 PM
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Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,607
Roll Me Over
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Is there anything special I need to consider when I take these SOB's off?
Just make sure they don't fall on your head when you take the last nut off <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> Scottie has got you covered. Easy job <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
'97 Montero 'LSR' - 4.6 gears & factory rear locker, 33" Procomp muds on 15x8 steelies, 50mm coil spacers, T-bar crank, Airlift, sans rear sway, 50mm rear frame & fuel tank lift, Aisins, ARB front bumper + 10k lb winch, 50mm DIY body lift, rock sliders, cut rear quarter panels...
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: Mad_Scientist]
#834051
09/04/07 08:29 PM
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Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 49
OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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Thanks guys, I was concerned I would miss something. I'll be sure to watch out before they fall on my head! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/notooth.gif" alt="" />
Do I need to cover the holes that it is bolted up to, in case of rust or anything to that extent?
2002 Montero Sport 3.0L LS AWD, 130K - Stock
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: carlover626]
#834052
09/04/07 08:38 PM
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Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,607
Roll Me Over
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Do I need to cover the holes that it is bolted up to, in case of rust or anything to that extent? No 'cause they sit on threaded studs under the body. You will just need to remove the nuts. The threaded stubs will stay on the truck so no holes to fill <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
'97 Montero 'LSR' - 4.6 gears & factory rear locker, 33" Procomp muds on 15x8 steelies, 50mm coil spacers, T-bar crank, Airlift, sans rear sway, 50mm rear frame & fuel tank lift, Aisins, ARB front bumper + 10k lb winch, 50mm DIY body lift, rock sliders, cut rear quarter panels...
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: Mad_Scientist]
#834053
09/05/07 01:15 AM
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Joined: May 2007
Posts: 553
Rock Warrior
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14mm I think for the nuts
... good.. bad.. I'm the guy with the gun.
94 Spacegear 2.8 - Build is on
89 Montero - Project
92 Pajero Exceed - Gone to a good home
92 Delica Chamonix - Gone to a good home
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: carlover626]
#834054
09/05/07 05:11 AM
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Joined: May 2007
Posts: 435
Mudrunner
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Of course, once you remove the steps, you've got NOTHING between your rocker panels and granite.
1990 Monty LS 3.0 A/T LWB. KYB front shocks, OME rears and coils. 33x10.5 BFG Muds. 5.29, 2.85, RD110, RD46. 2 bouncys. Aisins. Monte Disco swaybar disconnects. GenII t-arms, idler arm, UCA's, V45W front brakes. 2in BL.
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: DirtDriver]
#834055
09/05/07 12:31 PM
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Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 4,479
Roll Me Over
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That gives him the ability to do what the other Gen3 guys are doing and developing rock sliders for it. I gotta say, this is really cool seeing Gen3 guys proving the Gen3 isn't a car with big tires. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
Richard E 1989 Montero - Stock-ish 1989 V6 Auto Raider - 5.3 Vortech Swap. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion 2.6t, soon to be 3.5 1983 Honda XL600R 
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Re: Side step removal
[Re: stony-man]
#834056
09/05/07 01:28 PM
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Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 7,356
Trail Leader
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You can probably use the MontyMcV method...just hang your truck off a biga$$ rock and peel them off. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
Mine are still on the LWB, just a little mangled. For those without sliders, we call the steps "buffer zones." <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
Big Truck: 00, 3.5, Endeavor, 5-Spd drive line in hand! Little Truck: 87, 2.6T I/C, MT, LSDs, Tonneau Top Her Truck: 03, 3.8, 20th Anniv, 65k Daughter's: 06 Eclipse, Keeping it Mitsu! FSMs: MitsubishiLinks.com
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