New Mitsubishi Montero Sport [ARCHIVED]

[N T Y c E]

hi everyone,

i'm planning to upgrade the rims and tires of my coming MS 4x2 as soon as I get it from the dealer. Where can I find a good selection of 20's? Can I trade the almost brand new set from them and for how much?

thanks for the very informative discussions. I was trying to backtrack and can't find the pages where there were photos of nice shoes for the monty.

good day.

Pls explain? You weren't able to see nice rims on the monteros you've seen so far? Or did you mean you didn't see a good source for where to get rims? Cause if its the 1st reason.. OUCH! Tinamaan ako dun ah.. hehehehe

[WenG2]

Pls explain? You weren't able to see nice rims on the monteros you've seen so far? Or did you mean you didn't see a good source for where to get rims? Cause if its the 1st reason.. OUCH! Tinamaan ako dun ah.. hehehehe

now, you need to increase the size of your signature photo to see them 24s. your fans is getting bigger

[stubby]

My Montero is a GLS 4x2 variant. Just to confirm, is the tank on the left hand side of the engine compartment (when facing the engine) just a reservoir / reserve tank for the coolant?

There are two etched marks stating full and low on the tank and the coolant level seems to be below the half way point (it's a bit close to the low mark for me to be comfortable). I don't know much about these types of engine and their coolants. We will be going to a long trip this weekend and I'm wondering if i should refill it? More importantly, what should I use to refill it?

I checked all other reservoirs, all of which are at the "full mark". TIA

sir i noticed this too on my reservoir. it was at half full. i just added radiator coolant thats pre-mixed already and ready to pour. if im not mistaken the brand is prestone. they're known for brake fluids but they do radiator coolants as well. bought it at ace hardware. since you'll be on a trip, i suggest you do the same to be sure. happy motoring!

[Darwin_cd]

for the chrome lights I bought it here in iloilo for 3 plus.. I think its only 1+ there in banawe..

aside from back light chrome, thus it have also for in headlights, signal lights and doors handle chrome? 3T for good quality, 1T in banawe for low quality / imitation.. thanks sa info.

[Pinoy Discus]

Hello guys,

I finally gave the downpayment for my new monty and it will be released this Friday according to my SA. Real excited about it... I got the 4X2 Sedona Red model... I was really eyeing the black one but none were available and I didn't want to risk the price increase...

I was backreading this thread and I saw that the honeycomb grill costs around P6K from Winterpine... I asked the parts dealer at the dealership and was quoted P8.6K! Quite a difference!

There were quite a few accessories already including spoilers which cost around P13K if I remember correctly...

I might just cruise around the aftermarket shops to see if I can get better deals... The profit margin of the dealership is quite substantial, even my SA advised me against getting from them... That's what I call a good SA....

Well I just wanted to share some info and I hope I can become a member of the soon to be formed Montero Sport Club...

Thanks!

[arbe]

aside from back light chrome, thus it have also for in headlights, signal lights and doors handle chrome? 3T for good quality, 1T in banawe for low quality / imitation.. thanks sa info.

I don't have headlights and signal lights chrome...


here's my door handle chrome:





I forgot how to name this one

[stubby]

I'm glad you were not affected by the increase. That would have been awful if they let you wait for more than two months and still slap an increase on your Montero. In the end, glad it all worked out well and the frustration of waiting is over.

We've decided to get our seatcovers at Sureseats (Alabang) but will wait until we get our 1000k PMS. We'll just be getting a plain black leatherette seatcover. We will be going to a trip down south this weekend and after that will be our 1000k PMS already.

After the seatcovers, we might choose to avail of the Optiguard new car paint protection program of Big Bert's at Araneta Ave. Not sure yet though, still deciding.

i'd recommend it if you're the type who wants to maintain the luster of your new car paint but doesnt have the time and effort to polish and wax. where it usually requires about 2 weeks gap between waxes, the sealant they apply is good for 3 months. thats why you go back every quarter for reapplications.

i had mine 3 days after i got my monty from the dealership. ive had my 2nd application already. so far, very satisfied! with a keen eye, you can see the difference in luster between one with and one without the sealant.

hope this helps sir!

[j@sto]

Not sure exactly, I just happen to read about it. Haven't really inquired how much it would cost. If the quotation on their website is correct, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport falls under size qualification of "Large", the program will cost you Php6500.

I asked for a simple summary of the program,
The optiguard paint protection program is a multiple session program which includes: [SIZE=2]Three (3) Quarterly acrylic paint protective sealant maintenance sessions and One (1) paint detailing session for light to moderate surface defect removal. These session are scheduled every 3 months. Sessions usually take 3-4 hours depending on the paint's condition.[/SIZE]

Optiguard:
http://www.bigberts.com/optiguard.htm

Prices:
http://www.bigberts.com/prices.htm

you might want to consider the diamond gloss from ziebart, though it is costly on the first application but very much worth it. it's about 9.5K for the initial and 50% off after a year and thereafter. It comes with warranty for your paint.

They have a cheaper one which is probably the equivalent of the Big bert's optiguard. They call it paint protection and i think it is more or less 6K for the initial application; 50% year after year re-application.

Personally, i have been using diamond gloss since 1995 (way back my first car) and have been very happy with the way diamond gloss protects the paint and maintain the wet look condition even without waxing for a year (which, waxing, is really not necessary).

[j@sto]

sir i noticed this too on my reservoir. it was at half full. i just added radiator coolant thats pre-mixed already and ready to pour. if im not mistaken the brand is prestone. they're known for brake fluids but they do radiator coolants as well. bought it at ace hardware. since you'll be on a trip, i suggest you do the same to be sure. happy motoring!

i had no chance yet to check if there is a notation on the engine hood regarding the coolant as this is my first mitsu car. however, for my other toyota cars, there is a big warning there that never open that coolant reservoir not until 100,000 KM is reached (not sure if really 100,000 KM).

I supposed mitsu should have that warning sign there as well. No need to add coolant as the radiator system should be completely sealed. If it is sealed, coolant level should remain at that level.

It is a big NO to open the system, as far as i could remember. For those who has Toyota cars, you can check it yourself. Later today, i will check the montero hood if there is a notification like that as well.

[toronegro]

just want to share photos of my MONTYS weekend taste of unpaved road