Official Introduction Thread

[Vitamin E]

Hi

I'm Eddie from Ruffin, SC (near Charleston, SC).

I've always been intrigued by the DSMs (1G the most) and how they can make so much power out of just 2 liters of engine.

I started like most in V8 RWD cars. First was a '85 Crown Vic ex-police car with a 351W. I then got a '93 Yamaha FZR 600 motorcycle and got my first taste of real speed. Got married and had to compromise for the baby and talked my wife into a '71 Plymouth Duster 340. She later got upset learning that seat belts were optional in those days. But, she let me keep it and later after some racing I got some knocking and decided to do my first engine swap.

I swapped in a 360 Mopar crate motor. That thing was crazy after that, but kept breaking motor mounts from the torque so I ended up selling it. I then got a Dodge Avenger ES with a 2.5L V6 and was pleased to learn that the 2G Eclipse shared some parts with the Avenger. Depressed when I found out that the base model came with a 420A and a 5spd which I didn't have.

I then decided on something different. I picked up a '02 Pontiac Sunfire SE that came with a crappy 2.2L OHV. Yep. You heard me right. A 4cycl with OHV technology from way back when. Raced it anyway until it knocked. Got inspired after seeing someone else do an Ecotec 2.2L DOHC swap and shave 2 seconds off thier time with a stock engine. I followed and it went well, but I was soon day dreaming about DSMs again.

More now because a friend at work owned a 1G Eclipse 5spd that he was looking to sell. It was primered flat black and ugly. I waited to see how low the price would go because it was running a 4G37. I got it just a few weeks ago for $380.

So, now I'm here. Dsm problems solved, but now I need power. Since, I've done a couple of engine swaps already, I figure what's one more? I've scanned a couple posts and have seen from someone that has done it that I only need 4 or 5 things. Which is less than it took with the Ecotec (engine, ECU, harness, radiator, trans, clutch, flywheel, motor mounts).

I came here to learn more about this group of cars and plan on turning this car into my full time strip car. I was running high 15s in the Ecotec, so I'd be happy with 13s. From what I've seen on here a 4G63T shouldn't have a problem getting me there.

Anyway, glad to finally be a part of the DSM crowd and hope to be faster soon.

[Meklo_4G63t]

Originally Posted by Vitamin E

Hi

I'm Eddie from Ruffin, SC (near Charleston, SC).

I've always been intrigued by the DSMs (1G the most) and how they can make so much power out of just 2 liters of engine.

I started like most in V8 RWD cars. First was a '85 Crown Vic ex-police car with a 351W. I then got a '93 Yamaha FZR 600 motorcycle and got my first taste of real speed. Got married and had to compromise for the baby and talked my wife into a '71 Plymouth Duster 340. She later got upset learning that seat belts were optional in those days. But, she let me keep it and later after some racing I got some knocking and decided to do my first engine swap.

I swapped in a 360 Mopar crate motor. That thing was crazy after that, but kept breaking motor mounts from the torque so I ended up selling it. I then got a Dodge Avenger ES with a 2.5L V6 and was pleased to learn that the 2G Eclipse shared some parts with the Avenger. Depressed when I found out that the base model came with a 420A and a 5spd which I didn't have.

I then decided on something different. I picked up a '02 Pontiac Sunfire SE that came with a crappy 2.2L OHV. Yep. You heard me right. A 4cycl with OHV technology from way back when. Raced it anyway until it knocked. Got inspired after seeing someone else do an Ecotec 2.2L DOHC swap and shave 2 seconds off thier time with a stock engine. I followed and it went well, but I was soon day dreaming about DSMs again.

More now because a friend at work owned a 1G Eclipse 5spd that he was looking to sell. It was primered flat black and ugly. I waited to see how low the price would go because it was running a 4G37. I got it just a few weeks ago for $380.

So, now I'm here. Dsm problems solved, but now I need power. Since, I've done a couple of engine swaps already, I figure what's one more? I've scanned a couple posts and have seen from someone that has done it that I only need 4 or 5 things. Which is less than it took with the Ecotec (engine, ECU, harness, radiator, trans, clutch, flywheel, motor mounts).

I came here to learn more about this group of cars and plan on turning this car into my full time strip car. I was running high 15s in the Ecotec, so I'd be happy with 13s. From what I've seen on here a 4G63T shouldn't have a problem getting me there.

Anyway, glad to finally be a part of the DSM crowd and hope to be faster soon.

Eddie nice to meet u on here my name is Dee. Im from the area and im digging deep on my knowledge about these cars. Well Im willing to help u out on some things and Im moving back to the Southeast this summer. PM me if u have any questions on things

[DSMDANNY]

Hey guys i just wondering if any1 lives in/near avondale who wants to cruise to the meet up and coming one

[Gogglez]

Hey wut up. I'm Amber. I'm 18. I reside in Converse, TX. I have a 97 Eclipse RS. There's a lot of work to do and I have pretty much no experience with cars, but I really want to get into making it a beast. Anyone interested in talking and helping me out let me know. Right now I need... driver's side headlight, sunroof cover, and I have no radio or speakers. Anyway any info let me know. Hopw to hear from y'all soon!

[drewvr4]

Originally Posted by Gogglez

Hey wut up. I'm Amber. I'm 18. I reside in Converse, TX. I have a 97 Eclipse RS. There's a lot of work to do and I have pretty much no experience with cars, but I really want to get into making it a beast. Anyone interested in talking and helping me out let me know. Right now I need... driver's side headlight, sunroof cover, and I have no radio or speakers. Anyway any info let me know. Hopw to hear from y'all soon!

you can try first off either ebay or Mitsubishi Graveyard

[Bud92gsx]

Hi Im from Wisconsin. I moved to Laramie WY. Learned about DSM Tuners.
I'm 22
I Own a 92 GSX
Hate turbo lag!
I'm a student at Wyotech! Just passed 1st class with perfect atendance!!yay!!

[The Butcher I]

Hello my name is David
This is my second dsm, I used to owned a 92' fwd tsi...had to sell after second speeding ticket ...
I now own a 90' AWD and love it much more than the FWD...
I do all of my own work...
Also own a 02' Grand Prix GTP, its my daily driver but its still fun

[95blackGsTurbo]

I'm up in Surprise but down in that area once and a while. I might be up for cruising if I get the Galant or finish the Talon this weekend.

[Kahunaking]

Just got my first dsm project car for 100 bucks. Its a 91 talon TSi AWD. All it needs is a motor and trans. Im 18 and from Arizona.

[4G GSX]

Hey Guys whats up iam new here! I didn't know where to post this but i may be in the right place if not then you guys can move it. i've recently have been thinking about getting a project car. i orignally talked about getting a evo but then i decided i should go with something cheaper maybe a 98-99 Eclipse GSX AWD 5 speed. what are something i should look for. i know some stuff about the 4G63 but not to much. I am trying to stay away from honda as much as possible i currently drive a 2003 Nissan Maxima GLE. its nice but its a automatic and i want stick.

[cruisintalonawd]

well if you buying a "project car" just buy one with a blown motor or one with no motor

[younggunz88]

wats up guys. drive a 98 eclipse rs. heres a pic

[cruisintalonawd]

Dam thats sexy

[whoyodaddy125]

hi my name is arnold and this is my daily POS

[jaday]

Originally Posted by whoyodaddy125

hi my name is arnold and this is my daily POS

Yeah, POS ... Looks nice Arnold, welcome to the site! Take a minute and fill out your profile so we can all see what all you've done to it.

[younggunz88]

Originally Posted by whoyodaddy125

hi my name is arnold and this is my daily POS

that shit is a POS lol.

[duckie_tt]

I finally got myself a DSM....a 95 Eagle Talon TSI fwd...
at the moment, its an auto....in the process of getting a frontclip, so that i can convert..just wanted to introduce myself....also on florida3s......
anyone in florida? preferably N.E...Jax area..
would love to figure out where the dsm meets are...



any help and advice appreciated.


Shaun

[SheriffJFS]

I also just recently picked my first one up. A 1993 Eagle Talon DL. This is my first non muscle car.

[DenverDandB]

Hey there all,
Finally back in the dsm game again. Lost my last 1g due to budgetary reasons last year, now 3 cars later im back again. Usuall on RMDSM.org but decided to expand my horizons a bit. My current daily driver is an 08' civic si coupe, lightly modded with some suspension, trans and intake work. The real gem of my cars lately is my new DSM though. 1g 92 tsi, cant wait to get going again. Hope to see some poeple around the denver area as well.
-Paul

[Locke]

Welcome to DSMtuners.