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  1. Suspension upgrades by cost

    I'm looking at options to upgrade the suspension on my street boxcar. It will likely not see the track, and if it does it's just for sheets and giggles. Options for the stock setup are thin with either KYB or KYB, cheap coilovers, or expensive coilovers.I've gone to the KYB route (AGX), and...
  2. Check your shift linkage

    After 235k miles, I've decided to rebuild my shift linkage. Turns out, 2 sets of bushings have been missing from the shift linkage. Funny thing is, this car has been in the family since new. The car was bought as the demo for the dealership. Unfortunately, my father who bought the car, has...
  3. Mediocre s16g, so now what??

    I have a S16g that doesn't want to make more than 15psi though a EBC. This is a cheap ebay turbo that's probably 10-15 year old that I suspect has a cracked housing, and I'm mildly surprised it has done as well as it has.Before I replace, is there a way to confirm that the turbo is my issue...
  4. No crank/no start

    I thought I had a dying battery, but it isn't quite that simple. For the last few weeks, the car has been turning over lazily. I let it sit on the battery charger, and then it started more enthusiastically. But especially when it's warm, it turns over slower, and then today it decided not to...
  5. Another sunroof issue

    My sunroof has one side that is somewhat lame. It doesn't prop up when closing the roof, and doesn't pop up when trying to vent. I've done some research, and it appears that a plastic pin or something has probably broken, and that this situation was at the time unserviceable.Is this still the...
  6. Good 4WS alignment shop in So Cal?

    I'm getting heavy wear on the outside of my two fronts.I dont think my local shop is doing something right with the 4 wheel steering (still active), as I've read that can cause similar issues.Anyone know a place in So Cal that wont treat it just like "any other car"?Live in Ventura County...
  7. Need ECMLink mentor in So Cal

    I live in Southern California (Ventura County), and I'm looking for a ECMlink guru/mentor to help guide me.I've got 'link and a WB working correctly. I've watched many videos. I've posted on the ecmtuning.com forum page with mixed results.I'm running the EVO 8 fuel and timing maps, but...
  8. Any one got an V3 ECMLink cable?

    The following was cut and pasted from my posts on the ecmtuning forums. If someone has an idea of what to look at, that would be awesome. If you have a ecmlink cable that I can borrow, that would be equally as awesome!It's been a frustrating day.I was rechecking the ISC and TPS...
  9. I need to borrow a stock air filter can

    Registration and smog are coming up, and for the life of me I can't find my stock air filter can. I have an EVO MAF with an open generic air filter, which won't fly with the smog refs.I have the original MAF. If someone can help me out with the stock air filter can for a couple of days, I'd...
  10. PSA - check your fuel filler hose

    Less than two years ago, my OEM fuel filler hose sprang a leak. I found a thread on here that gave a great tutorial on how to replace it using stock diameter elbows (1 5/8"). I bought mine from fuelfillersupply.com.Lately, I've been smelling gas when I exit the vehicle. I suspected the fuel...
  11. Sun visor clip

    I broke my sun visor clip, passenger side if it matters. Any one know of a source or what vehicles share our parts? I did a cursory view of Eclipse clips, and they appear to be different.
  12. Brake pads suggestions

    I know it's been covered before, I haven't seen any recent posts that include Hawk HP Plus Sports - Enhanced Compound clickAnyone have experience with the "new and improved" compound? I can't recall what's in there right now (cross drilled rotors and wheels are stock size), but they do get...
  13. Didn't bench bleed brake master cylinder... Now what?

    My brakes are not working right. It started after sitting for a few days, and my brakes would randomly go most the way to the floor. But then they would work correctly most the time. There did seem to be a correlation with downhills and soft pedal feel.So I decided to swap out the master...
  14. Source for knock sensor

    Anyone have a resource for knock sensors? I've checked Orielly's, Napa, AZ, Pepboys, PerformancePartout, Andy's autoparts, Partsgeek, Rockauto... no joy.OEM part number I think is MD141510Mitsubishipartswarehouse.com price is $10000, too bad it's not available...Amazon says they have...
  15. Ecmlink experts in so cal

    Does anyone know ecmlink who lives near Ventura county? The car runs, and I can travel to you. I can't get to closed loop, and I'm confident it's operator error.Thanks in advance.
  16. WBO2 no closed loop - RESOLVED

    Link Noob needing help.Everything seemed to be well on my mostly stock car. I swapped out the known good NBO2 for a LC2, and the thing now wont get into closed loop. It does generally start at .2V, and then moves to .8V and stays there. The gauge for the wb works, I have the simulation in...
  17. ECMLink question - Idles like crap

    I'm confident that this is operator error.I was all excited to put in my new ECMLink .... and the car that earlier today idled great now idles like crap.My O2 never budges off of .04v, and my timing at idle is all over the place. I didn't drive it, this is all at idle. I have a wide...
  18. Fiberglass hood insulation available!

    For those local to Tallahassee Florida, there are 2 stock OEM hood insulations at Mitsubishi Parts now.I ordered the pieces, but once they came in I was informed of an additional freight charge that makes the purchase not possible.Part Number: MB401268Store info: Mitsubishi Parts Now 3106...
  19. Replacing sunroof seal

    I got a new sunroof seal. Before I start pulling the old one off, is there any hints or tips?It looks like it's designed to go in without adhesive. Is this correct?What's the best way to get the old one off?Once I get it installed and I confirm it's the right one, I'll post up part # and...
  20. A simple (I hope) PCV/catch can question

    I know this subject has been covered and covered and covered...I did read PCV info , yet I still have a question.I want to install a catch can in between VC and IM, and if I read the article right the order goes VC -> PCV -> Catch can -> check valve -> IMI understand the reason for...
  21. Wind noise

    I have tremendous wind noise coming from the sunroof, especially at freeway speeds. It seems the weather stripping after 28 years has seen better days. What does everyone do for this inevitable occurrence?
  22. Exhaust leak driving me nuts!

    Short version:It appears that I have an exhaust leak from my manifold to turbo gasket, probably due to my use of nonstock bolts. I know I need 4 MD132656 M10x80 bolts ($10/ each from STM). Is it correct that I need 8 MR187848 conical lock washers (3.50/each), and I ASSUME the open end of the...
  23. WTB: 2G DSM or Evo 3 exhaust manifold

    I'd prefer the Evo3, but I know they aren't exactly common. If you have either one, preferably not cracked, please let me know!Thanks.
  24. 3 bolt lsd

    I got a line on a 3 bolt lsd out of a 1st Gen dsm. I've done some reading, and it seems that I can switch internals and keep my 4ws. Is there something I am overlooking?This is for a long term build project with the end goal being a 400hp build. I know a 4 bolt has stronger axles, but I don't...
  25. Questions about reviving A/C

    398 does not have operational AC, although it did before I did the engine swap. The lines were left open and so I know the dryer is f'ed, and I plan on replacing the expansion valve. I'm refilling the system with R12. These are my questions:Is there a drain plug? I'd like to replace the...
  26. Long term project build - 375-400 whp

    Now that I got 398 running well in mostly stock form, the next thought is of course more power. My target is 375-400 whp on pump gas over the next 2 years or so; nothing mind blowing but enough to get your attention. I intend this to be a DDable, and a weekend toy for track events and maybe...
  27. drivetrain noises on deceleration RESOLVED

    The motor in 398 is fantastic, I'm really happy with it right now. But I get terrible sounds on deceleration. From inside the car, it sounds like the sounds are coming from the front, but I wouldn't swear to it. Things are fine on acceleration, both leisure and aggressive. I have a slow...
  28. Where to find stock fuel pressure regulator RESOLVED

    I'm having a heck of a time finding stock/OEM style 37 pound FPR. The dealership says that have been discontinued with no updated reference number. Any aftermarket one I can find is 3 bar/43 pounds or higher, including the one I got from O'Reilly that was application specific (tested at 46...
  29. Stumble at 4k rpm under moderate load

    You guys are always so helpful. I'm hoping to tap your wisdom one more time... and no, I don't have a logger. ALTHOUGH I WOULD LOVE TO BORROW ONE!I've been getting my dad's VR4 back into DD status, and it seems to be going well with a few nagging issues. When starting from a stop:Gentle...
  30. Smog issue - high HC at idle

    Many of you have been following my progress, and I appreciate all the help. Today I failed my CA smog test with the following numbersRPM %CO2 %O2 HC Max HC Meas CO Max CO Meas Idle 8.0 9.3 120 280 1.00 .14 2500 15.0 .3 140 48 1.00...
  31. Best practices/tips for removing knock sensor?

    The car has been showing odd hesitation and slow acceleration under boost. I sent my ECU to ECMTuning to rule out an ECU error, and they report that the ECU is in good shape, although they did replace problematic caps and are socketing the EPROM. They suggested that my symptoms are consistent...
  32. Made fuel filler hose

    My old filler hose wore a hole through itself, and I've had to make due with a radiator hose pressed into service. I knew this wasnt going to serve as a long term solution. I ordered a 1 5/8" ID 90 degree elbow, a 45 degree elbow, a stainless coupler, and 4 hose clamps. After trimming the legs...
  33. Stutters and stalls on left turns up hills RESOLVED

    The car runs great putting around, on the freeway, and in the canyons ... most of the time.On uphill lefts in the canyons, it stutters, idles but won't rev, and then sometimes stalls. If I turn the car off, wait 7-10 seconds, and then turn it on then everything is good again. It feels like...
  34. Info about CEL code 11 RESOLVED

    The car runs and idles well, but every time I drive it for 10-15 miles, the darn check engine light comes on, code 11, oxygen sensor.The sensor is new, but I switched out my first new one for a second, thinking there was an issue with the Denso unit.I wired the O2 leads to the 2G sensor...
  35. Info for adjusting TPS ?

    I've searched for info regarding TPS adjustment using a DMM, but the only results I found refer to a .plymouthlaser.com/tps link that is dead.There is a bunch of info I have found for other markets (OZ, JDM), models, generations.... and I'd rather not guess
  36. The right throttle body gasket? RESOLVED

    The intake manifold to TB gasket only has the mounting holes in it, but it looks like the TB has holes at the 12, 2, and 10 o clock position that I assume go ... somewhere. Is this the right gasket? What's tripping me out is that the manifold itself doesn't have any small ports.
  37. Now she runs, but lumpy

    I may post a short video on YouTube so you all have a better sense of what is happening. As the title states, she runs, but it seems lumpy to me. I set the idle to 900 per vfaq instructions, grounding out the number 10 pin inside the cabin and the timing lead. Also set the timing to 5 degrees by...
  38. She runs, but the valves... RESOLVED

    She has a reman'ed long block, and runs quite happily (for a total of maybe 20 seconds at idle), but the valvetrain are terribly loud. Being a fresh build, there is no residual oil. IIRC, the valves are hydraulic and self adjusting. Is this just a case of the valves haven't had time to...
  39. Fuel filler tube RESOLVED

    I've read a lot of old posts regarding the availability of the rubber fuel neck tube, some of which were almost 10 years old now. I'm going to call JNZ just to verify that they are out. Does anyone know the size of the I.D., or a more modern application with a similar tube? I've read...
  40. Vacuum lines and connectors is all that's left RESOLVED

    I just got a free things left to button up, but I'm kinda stuck. There are there things: Front axles are kicking my ass, see other thread I have a black rectangular box with two vacuum lines, one in and one out, which is currently (and most likely incorrectly) mounted near the firewall...
  41. Front axle install RESOLVED

    Is there a trick to getting the front axles to click in place? She's getting dangerously close to running, and while all the bolts on the wheel side line up, the passenger side at least (haven't started on the driver's yet) still seems to slide left and right if I unbolt everything on the wheel...
  42. tstat sensor rewiring and O2 lead RESOLVED

    A lot of my wiring is in dire need of repair. This not only includes replacing wiring with cracking insulation, but also replacing missing or broken connectors specifically for the four Tstat sensors and O2 sensor.If anyone knows of a good source for these connects, I'd greatly appreciate.
  43. Another driveshaft rebuilt RESOLVED

    I've read a bunch of older threads about this subject, most with broken links to jnztuning.com . I hope to update some info and prices, and see if there is currently a better way. Prices are from ExtremePSI, seem to be mostly fair for OEM, and I can get everything from one place.My shopping...
  44. T Stat sensor part number? RESOLVED

    I'm finally swapping motors out of my VR-4. I'm going to need everybody's help identifying some electrical components that have been broken and wires that have been abandoned.Off the back of the thermostat housing there is a single sensor next to a water nipple. I believe this is the...
  45. Newbie frustrated with his '91

    I inherited my '91 from my dad, who left me lots of opportunity to get it back to a reliable status.I'll start with the most pressing issue first. It recently failed smog, after which I found an un-nutted exhaust stud (try saying that 5 times fast). I also ran some Sea Foam through the brake...
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