85 Mitsubishi Turbo Diesel Buildup

[spencevans]

Wow. Looks very stout--shouldn't have any issues with that setup :greg:

Hopefully it's stout. I have had trouble finding the correct flywheel for this conversion, but I think I have found one and it should be here by Thursday. I am hoping it will be up and running in the next two weeks, but who knows, things always seem to come up.

 

[79 d50 dually]

Hey Spence, Is your front bumper the one ARB sells for the Raider/Montero?
How can i get one??????

 

[cruiseroutfit]

And while we are at it, how about an update?

 

[iamsparticus]

I loev the build, disel, solid axles, low gears and lockers, but i think you'll regret not going with 35's

 

[spencevans]

Hey Spence, Is your front bumper the one ARB sells for the Raider/Montero?
How can i get one??????

No, it the bumper that ARB makes for the 1986-95 4runner.

 

[spencevans]

I loev the build, disel, solid axles, low gears and lockers, but i think you'll regret not going with 35's

I looked into getting the 35's but they were only 1.5" taller than the 33's so they would have only given me 3/4" more clearance.

 

[spencevans]

And while we are at it, how about an update?

The transmission and tcase have been installed and they are working flawlessly. My Stinger battery died, so I need to send it back to the manufacturer and get a replacement. I am hoping to have it ready and painted for Easter, but I doubt
I will get it done because I am writing my thesis.

 

[SAMI]

Awesome build, I dig your truck.

 

[ro9beam2002]

nice, any new updates?

 

[spencevans]

nice, any new updates?

It's been on hold because the winters are so cold here in Cache Valley. I hate the cold. I want to move to St. George ASAP. Yesterday I got back on the project. The front yokes need to be swapped out because when the front drive shaft is installed the is significant binding due to the steep angle. But that should not be a big deal to swap out the yokes. After I resolve the front drive shaft issue, I just need to finish the fiberglass fenders and get it painted.

I also picked up a new project vehicle, but this one is a complete budget build. I bought this 1991 Montero. The Montero makes a very competent expedition vehicle. I am really excited to get to work on it so I can get out with the wife and kids over the next few months. You can follow my expedition Montero build at http://www.rme4x4.com/showthread.php?p=752796#post752796

 

[brandonlmb]

Is your truck and or do you live Farmington? I think I had a peek of it in a garage in my nieborhood today.

 

[spencevans]

Yep, we live out on the west side. I heard ya stopped by. It's a one of a kind ride. Feel free to stop by agian and I can give you an up close look.