2000 Chevy Tracker 2 door Mods

[@chrisheider7688]

I also have the smaw two door and put the manual lockers on. It's nice to always have 4wd when needed

[@MrSputnik1988]

the front shock is stock with a spacer in the top for the lift. the rear is a set of monroe sensitracs that are 2 inches longer than stock. they are for a mustang and bolt right up

[@senoro7474]

i'd love to see more on how you did that engagement ring mod.

[@MrSputnik1988]

I will eventually make one. I didnt make one before cuz I didnt know how durable the mod would be. Since I bolted in the engagement ring on the carrier, I have had zero problems with the front diff. It works very well and I no longer have to worry about the air pump failing or one of the air lines being damaged... just lock in the hubs and go. I really would have liked to replce the carrier with one from an older geo, but the axle ends are smaller on them

[@MrSputnik1988]

yes, and you need 2 camber bolts on both steering knuckles to get the camber back to normal

[@copedipper25]

i have those on my stock tracker with no lift or spacers haha

[@MrSputnik1988]

I am currently doing a full rear axle rebuild, but when i finish, I will try to get one made. basically, I just cut out the stock muffler and welded in a glass pack that fit, I do not know the exhaust pipe size off hand. I then welded on an exhaust tip that flared out to 4 inch

[@HomesteadOC]

Tell me more about the air pump that engages the front wheels. Im trying to tow my 2000 tracker and warn locking hubs says they dont work for front axle disconnect systems. Is that air pump device what they are talking about?

[@MrSputnik1988]

The lockouts work wether you have the air pump system or not. Even if you still have the factory 4x4 air pump system for the front diff, it is still recommended you install lock outs to keep your CV axles and differential from wearing out. When you shift to 4x4, the air pump kicks on to push 5lbs of air to the front diff. This basically engages the CV axles to the driveshaft. The CV axles are always turning with the wheels (stock system) and the front driveshaft only turns when the transfer case is put into 4x4.

[@HomesteadOC]

@@MrSputnik1988 thanks for the quick reply, it makes total sense to me with that explanation. I just dont know why warn says theyre not for use with the air actuated system. Maybe redundancy, and they dont want people blaming them for their 4x4 not working?

[@WolveXD]

Wow I love the video but I love your tracker *-* I got 2000 one but it's not yet nice as yours

[@racerzl1]

Since you removed the carpet and put the bed liner in, how's the road noise compared to before?

[@MrSputnik1988]

It's a little more noisy.. it's a soft top, so it was never quiet lol

[@absgarage8724]

Will the tire rub with the fender when flexing becuase of the wheel spacers?

[@absgarage8724]

So it would be better with these shocks? I'm Asking because im getting my tracker lifted so soon and I want to do it right

[@spidey1170]

How did you end up bending that steel? Did you have it professional bent or have a setup to do it? Looks great, thanks for sharing

[@MrSputnik1988]

Hello, if you are referring to the skid plate, I had it bent to my specs at local fab shop

[@spidey1170]

@@MrSputnik1988 Okay, that makes sense, thank you!

[@KaiserVonKrieg]

You think 2 inch spacers for the wheels would be too much?

[@KaiserVonKrieg]

and do you think 1 inch spacer is too little?

[@MrSputnik1988]

As long as they are good quality spacers and you torque the correctly, you shouldn't have many issues with a 2 inch spacer.. just know that your wheel bearing will have more wear on it.. your minimum wheel spacer width is determined by how long your lug studs are

[@crazykuup9271]

Looks like mine back when I got it!! Lol I loved driving that thing! It was like driving a side by side to the construction site everyday! Lol I have a serious question tho....... it’s been sitting at my parents farm for a yr and I got in it to start it the other day and when I pressed the clutch in it was like somethings broke so the clutch just stays down and and I can just move it up and down like it’s not hooked up??? Please help I’m very sick with Lyme disease so haven’t been able to figure it out

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Crazy Kup hey, well it could be a couple things, low clutch fluid, bad master/slave cylinder, or broken clutch fork

[@crazykuup9271]

MrSputnik1988 cool, thanks for the help and I’ll look at those things

[@MrSputnik1988]

no, they do not rub on the fenders

[@doughnutguy82]

came across your vid and am quite impressed. nice and functional and not over done. Question for you is, are you certain that you have 5.12 gears? Ive got a Grandvitara with the same style of drivetrain, and im looking for deeper gearing, as I have 4.88's factory. Ive found a few people that have used the drop outs from a sidekick sport, with a stick and it works, but id like to have the factory original style parts just for certainty of compatibility. thanks for your time, and help. very much appreciated

[@MrSputnik1988]

Hello, yes I have 5.12 gears for certain. I have pulled both diffs and counted the teeth

[@MrSputnik1988]

And btw, thank you for the compliments! I am going to make another vid, I got a lot more done to it since this vid

[@doughnutguy82]

awesome! now I can look for gears from that model of tracker too. thanks for the reply, itll be a great help to me. Look forward to the new vid

[@MrSputnik1988]

I will use my spare front diff to guide people on how to do this mod cuz it would prolly be too much of a pain to pull the working one out of the tracker lol

[@allthefamily1885]

Where is the vid for this

[@mitchwheeler4995]

Did you have to order the new soft top or did you just get new windows in it cause I have a 99 tracker and alot of things are going bad on it its a working process but I need a new soft top

[@MrSputnik1988]

I got the whole 2 pc soft top

[@chrisacree4324]

What was the cost on the4x4 mods

[@will934]

When you put the aux swith in for the lights how did you fill that gap?

[@MrSputnik1988]

i didnt have to fill any gap in the center console for the switch. the switch that came with the lights was small enough that it fit with no problem and left some plastic on both sides of the switch for it to grab and stay

[@nikiyahaire2552]

When you were looking into lockers, did you ever come across selective lockers for 2nd gen trackers? I'd like lockers but the tracker is my daily driver in the winter and I need it to be predictable. So a manual locker would be my preference.

[@nikiyahaire2552]

Specifically electric lockers. Cause like you said air pumps are a pain

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Nikiya Haire I have only come across 3 lockers for the 2nd gens; arb air lockers, lock rights, and mini spools. I would love to see a elocker be manufactured, cause that would be the cat's meow lol

[@nikiyahaire2552]

So with the air lockers it sounds like you said they engage with 4WD. Is there any way of having them completely independent? Or maybe engage only in 4lo? I live in Canada so I'm in 4hi for a good part of the winter and like I said I need that reliability. Pretty easy to be thrown sideways with the short wheelbase, although mine is a 4 door it's still pretty tiny lol

[@nikiyahaire2552]

And ya I got my hopes up for an elocker cause I noticed they made one for Vitaras, but unfortunately only for 2005 and onward 👎🏼

[@mark97722]

Did you have to change the spindles? The lockouts I bought will not work.

[@MrSputnik1988]

+mark97722 nope, drive flanges came off and the lock outs bolted right up

[@yakobyard5293]

Why is your voice in surround sound?

[@mark97722]

What lockouts did you use, for what year model, and what what vehicle? I can't find where to order them for a Chevy tracker

[@MrSputnik1988]

Lockouts are from low range offroad. I believe they will fit all trackers. If you purchase warn, do not get the standard ones show in the video, get the premiums. I blew both of these out

[@TheMode541]

So the larger spacer actually goes in the rear? I bought a cheap kit and there was no info.

[@MrSputnik1988]

Yep, larger in the rear

[@absgarage8724]

Whats about the shock absorber?

[@absgarage8724]

When you lifted it did you get a positive camber?

[@allenmckinney9533]

Anyone know where to hook up a oil pressure gauge on a 2.5 v6?

[@DylanPaw]

how did you get it alignment i have a 2'' spacer lift on my tracker and the camber is so far off?

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Xshr3aderX you have 2 options. 1st is take a die grinder and slot the struts to correct camber. The 2nd option is to purchase 4 camber bolts, 2 for each side. They are cam bolts that take the place of the strut/knuckle bolts

[@DylanPaw]

MrSputnik1988 thank you i think im going to the 4 camber bolts

[@lelandeggleston1041]

love your mods, can I ask what year mustang shocks did you use for the rear?

[@MrSputnik1988]

dont know for sure. monroe part # 5968

[@MrChappyJunior]

Where can i get more info on the vacuum pump delete?

[@MrSputnik1988]

Check out "Chevy Tracker Club" on Facebook.... Plenty of people there have done the delete and will gladly help you out. I have a video on the delete, but I haven't had time to edit and upload it yet. So in the meantime, Facebook would be your quickest means if information

[@jessadams5927]

did you have to cut the studs on the hubs for the spacers

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Jess Adams nope, they were just bolt on

[@jessadams5927]

thanks man

[@TheMode541]

I hate to keep bugging you but since the larger one was put on the front what I'd be able to put a 2 and a 1/2 on the back to compensate Or try to get a 2 1/2 inch taller Spring

[@MrSputnik1988]

This is prolly a little late, but first make sure the front is not lifted more than 2.5 inches from factory height. Any more than 2.5 inches up front will have accelerated wear on the ball joints, tie rods, and the CV axles won't last. As for the rear, you can go as high as you want as long as the pinion angle is good, the driveshaft slip yoke is not pulled out of the transfer case, and all your lines and cables reach

[@TheMode541]

MrSputnik1988 well the front got the spacer that was supposed to be in the rear. So i believe its 2 inches.

[@MrSputnik1988]

Good deal man

[@TheMode541]

MrSputnik1988 got taller springs for rear off an 05 focus wagon and it helped but still not quite there.

[@MrSputnik1988]

Cool. I'm running old man emu springs all the way around now. You can order them in all kinds of lengths and spring rates. I have #955 and a 1 inch spacer to get 3 inches in the rear

[@TheMode541]

What year ford mustang are the shock off of?

[@MrSputnik1988]

I honestly can't remember, it's been a few years. I have since ditched them and went with doetsch tech shocks through lowrangeoffroad. You can order in any length you want and any configuration and much beefier. Also not much more expensive.

[@alexandregauvreau1270]

did you remove the front grill to remove the front bumper

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Alexandre Gauvreau I honestly don't remember... I would say probably yes. They are pretty easy to pull

[@alexandregauvreau1270]

MrSputnik1988 Ok what did you do with the plastic things over the tires (I dont know what they are called) but after removing the front bumper they kind of hang loose

[@MrSputnik1988]

Alexandre Gauvreau if you are referring to the plastic inner fenders, I trimmed them up in the front with a Dremil

[@mark97722]

And by chance do you remember how long the 6mm bolts were

[@MrSputnik1988]

+mark97722 I don't know off hand... maybe an inch... I'll have to look in the morning and get back to ya

[@MrSputnik1988]

if you are referring to the bolts that are used b for the lock outs, they are 8mm x 25mm

[@AliAariyan]

hey, any cv issues with the lift?

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Ali A I have since moved to a 2.5 inch spring lift, and I do not have any cv issues

[@aleenolivares3453]

Hey. What air intake are you using?

[@MrSputnik1988]

I'm just using a spectra cone filter that fits right on the M.A.F. sensor

[@MrSputnik1988]

The reducers and 90 are just bits from auto zone's diy intake parts

[@unionalgodoneravadodesanta308]

I NEED HELP TO LIFT MY TRACKER 2003 4X4 2 DOORS

[@adriennearaiza5033]

What lift kit are you using now?

[@adriennearaiza5033]

Would you recommend Rocky Road or just mustang shocks with spacers? Depends what type of ride you want and dependability?

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Adrienne Araiza either or would do ya just fine. I'm running deutcha tech (prolly not spelled right ) shocks and they seem to work well off road. If it's just a daily road machine, prolly mustang

[@MrSputnik1988]

+Adrienne Araiza right now using old man emu springs and spacers to achieve 2.5in suspension lift and running a 2in body lift. I got a newer video out as it sits today

[@adriennearaiza5033]

I have a 2001 4 door auto Tracker with 2.0L. Was wondering if Monroe 5968 would fit or if that's just for the smaller 2 door.

[@klorden240sx8]

Do you need the lift to put those tires on ?

[@MrSputnik1988]

+BG Rexzz 235/75's do not require a lift, although it you have fender flares, they might need some trimming

[@davidwhocares3293]

how do you like those wranglers ? do you run them at 26 lbs ?

[@MrSputnik1988]

The Wrangler radials were a decent highway tire and were ok and light offroading.. more geared towards a daily driver. I'm now running 31 inch Wrangler Authority's and much better suited for snow/mountain driving

[@quiffy876]

Can u put up the link for the lift?

[@MrSputnik1988]

quiffy876 I actually don't have a video on the lift, just a summery video on my mods. I believe my second mods video has a little more information... Anyhow, I just swapped all the springs and spacers to an old man emu lift, so I will be putting out a new video shortly on budget lifts for the 99+ trackers/vitaras including the old man emu lift, body lift, and the budget spacer lift

[@MrSputnik1988]

MrSputnik1988 if you just want a link to buy the lift, just get onto lowrangeoffroad and look under suspension and you will see the spacer lift

[@MrSputnik1988]

it doesn't necessarily have to be these shocks, its just preference, and I happen to like them. they are pretty quiet. i do not know the part number off hand. just do a Google search and u will be able to find out which shocks people use for lifting these trackers. also check out lowrangeoffroad(dot)com, they might have some.

[@maddocter1]

I put mod on face book page all some rig

[@glasstree1986]

great vid

[@kikosmith2088]

Why is that 4runner so short?