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**89mightymax** · 04-13-2010, 09:46 PM

hey guys new to pirate4x4 but not new to mitsubishi trucks. i have a 89 mighty max 4x4 macro cab with the 2.6 what all can i do to this truck to get 33s or 35s to fit? any suggestions are apriciated

88mitsu · 04-14-2010, 11:41 AM

2" suspension-torsion bar crank, shackles
3" body lift

some trimming to the fenders.

Spicoli_D50 · 04-15-2010, 07:20 PM

x2

They run the same front suspension as the montes so UCA swap and all thats available also.

I got a set of trimmed fenders, I went mofuckin extreme and cut them at the bodyline for the flare all the way around, they otta clear everything

**89mightymax** · 04-15-2010, 07:49 PM

not tryin 2 sound dumb but whats a uca swap?

4D55 Performance Inc · 04-16-2010, 07:03 AM

Also, if you want to go with 33's or 35's you may want to consider going with 4.88 gears in the differentials to make up for the loss of power you will experience when you go with the larger tires.

XJben · 04-16-2010, 07:10 PM

UCA= upper control arm?

**89mightymax** · 04-17-2010, 08:35 AM

alright thanks for the input guys

4D55 Performance Inc · 04-17-2010, 02:42 PM

If you need a set of 4.88 gears, I have an extra set for sale for $400. They are a must have if you plan on going with 33-35" tires.

Spicoli_D50 · 04-18-2010, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4D55 Performance Inc

If you need a set of 4.88 gears, I have an extra set for sale for $400. They are a must have if you plan on going with 33-35" tires.

Front and rear or one?

4D55 Performance Inc · 04-19-2010, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spicoli_D50

Front and rear or one?

Both front and rear pumpkins for $400 total. They're just collecting dust in my garage. And for all you V6 Monty owners, no I wont just sell the rear for $200. They are a set.

rxinhed · 04-20-2010, 07:04 PM

Another solution for the gearing issue would be to V8 the truck like Baldy did.

Second, I have operated my 87 Raider all over the Sacramento to Tahoe area with 33s and only complaining going up / down hills. The 2.6L runs out of steam bunches at 8,000 feet. The 4-cyl brakes common on the Montys are not a problem with your truck. Swapping to 4.88s would be cool, but will only be noticeable after you've driven for some time with the factory gears. I'd make a deal for you on some 4.625 gears that are common in the Monteros, more easily replaced if broken.

Spicoli_D50 · 04-20-2010, 08:09 PM

Ill do some thinking and some asking around with some folks I know spencer...... youve came down a bit since you originally pulled em.

4D55 Performance Inc · 04-22-2010, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spicoli_D50

Ill do some thinking and some asking around with some folks I know spencer...... youve came down a bit since you originally pulled em.

Hey Kerby, I sent you a PM, I need to move some stuff to make room for my next project, which I am still looking for but I am thinking of rebuilding a 1994 Toyota extended cab pickup with 4wd and a V6.

04-13-2010, 09:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
89mightymax Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Member # 158214 Location: taylorsville Posts: 3	mighty max/ d50 suspension question hey guys new to pirate4x4 but not new to mitsubishi trucks. i have a 89 mighty max 4x4 macro cab with the 2.6 what all can i do to this truck to get 33s or 35s to fit? any suggestions are apriciated

04-14-2010, 11:41 AM	#2 (permalink)
88mitsu Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Member # 125523 Location: الشيوعية المحتلة أمريكا Posts: 1,288	2" suspension-torsion bar crank, shackles 3" body lift some trimming to the fenders. __________________ WHY THE FUCK ARE THERE NO REESE'S PIECES?

04-15-2010, 07:20 PM	#3 (permalink)
Spicoli_D50 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Member # 112495 Posts: 111	x2 They run the same front suspension as the montes so UCA swap and all thats available also. I got a set of trimmed fenders, I went mofuckin extreme and cut them at the bodyline for the flare all the way around, they otta clear everything __________________ Ad Inexplorata

04-16-2010, 07:03 AM	#5 (permalink)
4D55 Performance Inc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Member # 145567 Location: Providence, UT Posts: 207	Also, if you want to go with 33's or 35's you may want to consider going with 4.88 gears in the differentials to make up for the loss of power you will experience when you go with the larger tires. __________________ 1985 Mitsubishi Pickup, 2.3 H.O. Turbo Diesel, Watercooled Turbo, ported and polished 4D56 Head with Roller Rockers, Custom '83 Injection pump, JK Rubicon axles w/elockers and disc brakes, 14" Fox Coilovers, Centerforce II, 5.0 Atlas II, ARB Bull Bar, 33x12.50x17 General Grabber Competition tires

04-16-2010, 07:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
XJben Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Member # 77578 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 140	UCA= upper control arm? __________________ 81 Yota Pickup 4WD, 96 F250 CCSB 4WD 7.3, 77 FJ55 [url]www.simplyomelets.com[/url]

04-15-2010, 07:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
89mightymax Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Member # 158214 Location: taylorsville Posts: 3	not tryin 2 sound dumb but whats a uca swap?

04-17-2010, 08:35 AM	#7 (permalink)
89mightymax Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Member # 158214 Location: taylorsville Posts: 3	alright thanks for the input guys

04-17-2010, 02:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
4D55 Performance Inc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Member # 145567 Location: Providence, UT Posts: 207	If you need a set of 4.88 gears, I have an extra set for sale for $400. They are a must have if you plan on going with 33-35" tires. __________________ 1985 Mitsubishi Pickup, 2.3 H.O. Turbo Diesel, Watercooled Turbo, ported and polished 4D56 Head with Roller Rockers, Custom '83 Injection pump, JK Rubicon axles w/elockers and disc brakes, 14" Fox Coilovers, Centerforce II, 5.0 Atlas II, ARB Bull Bar, 33x12.50x17 General Grabber Competition tires

04-20-2010, 07:04 PM	#11 (permalink)
rxinhed Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Member # 66172 Location: Gerber, CA Posts: 260	Another solution for the gearing issue would be to V8 the truck like Baldy did. Second, I have operated my 87 Raider all over the Sacramento to Tahoe area with 33s and only complaining going up / down hills. The 2.6L runs out of steam bunches at 8,000 feet. The 4-cyl brakes common on the Montys are not a problem with your truck. Swapping to 4.88s would be cool, but will only be noticeable after you've driven for some time with the factory gears. I'd make a deal for you on some 4.625 gears that are common in the Monteros, more easily replaced if broken. __________________ 87 Raider, 87 Ramcharger

04-20-2010, 08:09 PM	#12 (permalink)
Spicoli_D50 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Member # 112495 Posts: 111	Ill do some thinking and some asking around with some folks I know spencer...... youve came down a bit since you originally pulled em. __________________ Ad Inexplorata

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