[harshmirani]

Hello TBHPian's :)

Firstly, sharing my journey of owning Pajero SWB 2.5L Automatic. It was an impulse buy, back in 2011 from Pune (it was Mumbai RTO registered though). I saw it online and had gone to Pune for work so gave a visit and fell in love prima facie. But the trial gave more clarity obviously and it was not in a good condition, the previous owner didn't maintain it properly.

Still I went ahead and bought it completely trusting my advisor (he had sent someone for trial also). He was like, "harsh abhi le lo apan kuch karte hai". I directly took it to him and he serviced it and made necessary changes.

Fast forward 4 years and in 2015 I decided to go ahead and do major changes. The reason being-

1. No engine power (torque came after crossing 60 kmph), driving in low speed was painful
2. Gear box problem
3. Rusting (windows, rear door)
4. Interior work as sunroof leaking, seat wear and tear etc
5. Tyres

When we started working on it we thought of fixing the existing engine and gearbox. But availability of parts was a major issue which was taking a lot of time, without any result.

So eventually we went ahead and converted it from 2.5 to 2.8, thinking about the future maintenance also being easier. Also shifted from automatic to 5 speed manual gearbox. Few other changes-

1. 3M underbody antirust coating,
2. New carpet after fixing the rust and did antirust coating here also
3. Shut the sunroof (big relief) and have a new ceiling now
4. New seat cover
5. 4*4 works perfect now
6. Maxxis 31/10.5/15 all new tyres and steel rims
7. New color

There are a lot of other minor changes done in the vehicle which I may not be aware as I relied and trusted the garage. I have started using it now and getting to learn slow and steadily. There are no modification wrt off-roading except A/T tyres. Just the basic and most important work done so far.

Recently I came across the idea of putting hybrid clutch, would like to know more about it. If anyone has any experience in their Pajero do share your valuable feedback.

Driving it is luxury :cool: and super fun. People look at it till it's out of sight even expensive car owners stop and give it a glance. I am making a video of the restoration will share it soon till then do enjoy the pictures :loveit.

Have fun :thumbs up

[vigneshkumar31]

Love the extreme restoration!

It’s a beauty in that shade and kudos to you to have taken the pains for a complete engine swap. That’s like a heart transplant !

[Bibendum90949]

Welcome to Team BHP buddy. That's a super cool SWB Pajero you've. Thanks for sharing the story .

I'm little confused by the last two photographs where the car's colour is greenish. Is it some other Pajero?

Originally Posted by harshmirani

Recently I came across the idea of putting hybrid clutch, would like to know more about it. If anyone has any experience in their Pajero do share your valuable feedback.

This video will help you to understand on hybrid clutch. They use the clutch plate of Pajero Sport in the SFX. Benefits are better FE besides arresting the inherent shuddering in Pajeros. The need for frequent downshifting is contained as well.

I'm not sure if your SWB has different gear ratios compared to long wheelbase Pajero SFX. Experienced Pajero owners can chime in. i've just shared this link thread to couple of fellow members who have experience with Pajeros. Hope they can guide you better.

https://youtu.be/-vhdBPfiUZU

[harshmirani]

Thanks a lot. Yes it was indeed a long process but wothwhile

[Amrik Singh]

You could have gone to 16 inch Tyres.

[harshmirani]

Welcome to Team BHP buddy. That's a super cool SWB Pajero you've. Thanks for sharing the story .

I'm little confused by the last two photographs where the car's colour is greenish. Is it some other Pajero?

@Bibendum90949

Thanks a lot!!!

The previous colour was blue (it may look green in the pic) as seen in the last two images. Tried to arrange the pics as those 2 pics were suppose to be the first pics. My apologies being new to the forum still getting used to it. So now it has Dark Grey colour.

This video will help you to understand on hybrid clutch. They use the clutch plate of Pajero Sport in the SFX. Benefits are better FE besides arresting the inherent shuddering in Pajeros. The need for frequent downshifting is contained as well.

I'm not sure if your SWB has different gear ratios compared to long wheelbase Pajero SFX. Experienced Pajero owners can chime in. i've just shared this link thread to couple of fellow members who have experience with Pajeros. Hope they can guide you better.

Saw the video...looks like a good option

Mine has Pajero sfx gear box only so I can think of putting it

Thanks again

Love the extreme restoration!

It’s a beauty in that shade and kudos to you to have taken the pains for a complete engine swap. That’s like a heart transplant !

Thanks a lot!!!

Yes it was a long and painful process but satisfying at the end and totally worthwhile

Now making proper use of it is more important, as its not a mall crawler

You could have gone to 16 inch Tyres.

31/10.5/15 gives me enough sidewall for extreme roads and 16" wasn't really adding more of it so went ahead 15" only. Besides there were many using this size that gave me more confidence

[humbleroadster]

Originally Posted by harshmirani

I am making a video of the restoration will share it soon

Wow!! What an absolute wonder of a restoration Harsh! I look forward for the video.
There’s nothing better than watching an old car getting restored to a pristine condition, and I hope I can have a look at it up close and personal someday!
Brilliant work!

Originally Posted by harshmirani

Dark Grey colour.

What is that colour called? I mean, does it have a specific code? At that lighting and that angle it looks as if nothing would’ve suited the car more! Could you share a few details on it?

Cheers!

[harshmirani]

Originally Posted by humbleroadster

Wow!! What an absolute wonder of a restoration Harsh! I look forward for the video.
There’s nothing better than watching an old car getting restored to a pristine condition, and I hope I can have a look at it up close and personal someday!
Brilliant work!



What is that colour called? I mean, does it have a specific code? At that lighting and that angle it looks as if nothing would’ve suited the car more! Could you share a few details on it?

Cheers!

Thanks

So the main color is from kia international shades and is called Mineral Silver

Sharing the formula for Mineral Silver and glossy black on top. No 1 is the main color and 2nd is black for top and same color but matt clear for mouldings and bumper