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Ok, the nomenclature you typed makes more sense and makes it easier to discern between the two.I've seen the Evo 3 described that way in a couple other places over the years and I think it just stuck in my mind and I kept calling it that, even though it didn't seem right or necessary.One of...

Ok, I’ll save my money then.Thank you both for the information and the help.

Yeah I’ve had that thread bookmarked and I referenced it in the past when I was researching how to determine what turbo is what based on the numbers stamped on the compressor cover. That’s how I knew which model 16G each of these turbos was. “42” on the Big 16G, “47” on the Evo 3 16G, like you...

I totally agree, I always opt for real vs. fake.Both the turbos I'm referring to in my original post are Genuine MHI, I'm wondering if there is any theoretical advantage of any sort to running the regular Big 16G as opposed to the Evo 3 16G? I already own the Evo 3, so if not, I would pass on...

I am looking at purchasing a used, good condition Genuine MHI Big 16G (Non Evo 3). However, I'm not sure I need it as I already own, but have not yet installed, a genuine MHI Evo 3 Big 16G and also an MHI small 16G. When I do make the upgrade from the 14B I'm currently running, it will be along...

Thank you for the reply, there is a lot of good info contained within. It definitely gave me some knowledge/insight into the ins and outs of our 4G63 heads.

Thanks for the replies. Coming from you guys, that’s enough reassurance for me to feel fine about reusing them.I’m not sure where I originally read that they shouldn’t be reused, I think it was in the product description for aftermarket 4G63 keepers, so that should obviously be taken with a...

I pulled the head on my Spyder to upgrade cams, springs, valve seals, lifters, etc.It looks like the valves and valve seats are in good shape so I’m going to just clean them both up and reuse the valves. Originally I was thinking about putting in NEW valves while doing all this work but am...

Thank you for the reply, as always.I was thinking the aluminum head vs. steel cam would work in my favor, so thank you for that reassurance.I was hesitant to hit it with any abrasive for fear of making it worse, but if I do, I'll go with the 1000 grit like you suggested.Thank you again

Upon removing my valve seals for replacement it appears I nicked the edge of a cam cap. It is really hard to get a good picture of what I am referring to, but I tried. The nick isn’t on the contact surface of the cam cap, but rather the “edge” that forms a 90-degree angle between the surface the...

It looks like Rock Auto has an option for the passenger side:https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=700143&cc=1205806&pt=1380&jsn=373

Ok, that’s good news, thank you guys for the input.

I just pulled the head on the 1996 7-Bolt that I took out of my Spyder GST. Upon doing so, I found the exhaust valves had an uneven white crusty substance on their faces as well as a white substance on the valve stems, viewable through the exhaust ports when the exhaust manifold is taken off...

Ok, thank you for the replies. That pretty much confirmed what I was concerned about possibly happening in regard to oil past the piston rings and into the combustion chamber, and also into the valve cover baffles from the valve train. Those likelihoods coupled with the introduction of air into...

Would it be a problem to rotate my mostly assembled long block upside down on my engine stand and leave it like that for roughly 24 hours while I reseal the oil pan?The oil is drained out and I would drain the rest of the coolant remaining in the block prior to doing so. I am, however...

Yes, since you won’t be using an EGR valve, you won’t need your factory MDP sensor anymore. If you’re running ECMLink you can use the now free MDP input and and an adapter to log a MAP sensor instead (or something else).You’ll also need to figure out how you’re going to mount your ignition...

I’ve never owned an A/T DSM, but I do believe the difference is that radiators that are specified for A/T have provisions for a trans cooler, whereas the M/T radiators do not.

Hello,As the title states, I’m trying to determine if 2G ABS Hydraulic modulators are interchangeable. I have a 96 Spyder GST with a Bosch ABS ECU and coinciding Bosch ABS Hydraulic Modulator (the box that sits behind the driver side headlight).I’ve determined the motor in the modulator is...

Agreed this is old technology and integrating Blu-Tooth via the means you suggested for $130 is certainly easy enough. I was more suggesting a way to integrate it into the OEM unit internally via a cheap $10 Blu-Tooth module by figuring out solder points on the head unit’s internal PCB, etc...

It might not be too hard to do or figure out either. Soldering to 12V and Ground inside the Head Unit is easy. Then I guess you would solder from the Audi-Out on the module to a mode you were willing to forfeit in the Head Unit (AM Radio). There’s probably a few more things to address, but...

This seems feasible, and like a cool project.It looks like the module is only $10 on Amazon right now:

Thanks for the info, and good tip on plugging the O2 sensor hole.I was concerned that the ECU would continue to power the “Rear O2 Heater” pinout, thus keeping the “hot” wire inside the O2 plug under my seat energized and creating a fire hazard.

In the interest of posting the "solution" to this issue I was having, it turns out it must have been the anti-seize on my manifold to turbo bolts that was causing the turbo-area smoking issue, along with whatever else got on there during install.Hopefully this helps someone else possibly...

I am about to install my Innovate LC2 into my 2G Spyder GST. I am going to continue to run the factory narrowband O2 sensor in the factory position, so I will not be simulating narrowband in ECMLink.The 3" turbo-back exhaust system I have installed has an extra bung welded about 24" after the...

Yeah, I was checking the exhaust pipe intermittently for any type of smoke during that first heat cycle, especially blue, but there was none whatsoever.I’m going to heat cycle it again and move it into my garage. I’ll see what happens then, I’m thinking it’s the anti-seize on manifold to...

Thank you guys for the responses/suggestions. They all seem plausible and likely. I did use anti-seize on the manifold to turbo bolts, and all parts involved were handled extensively while getting them prepared. I think I’ll give everything another heat cycle before I pull it apart. I was...

I thought it might be just something burning off too, but it stayed pretty persistent. This is the first startup/heat cycle since the turbo swap. I did a lot of maintenance alongside the swap as well. So the car has never left the driveway or made boost since the 14B was put on. The turbo was on...

As the title states, I just swapped out a T25 for a 14B on my 96 Spyder GST and I’m getting smoke (white, I think) coming from the turbo area.My coolant lines coincide with the attached picture from a 2G FSM.It seems to me that maybe coolant is not cycling through the turbo and just...

I am currently in the process of swapping an Evo 3 intake manifold into my Spyder GST and figured I would share the solution I found for plugging the unused factory anti-lag port on the manifold.I found Mitsubishi part# MB001261 to be the solution. I believe it is a transfer case drain plug...

Thanks again for the info and reassurance.For anyone who may end up referencing this thread, I bought a set of these from Harbor Freight and am going to get a second pair. They fit under our cars well, are a good height, and have cushioned rubber circular pads on top.

Thumbs up on the rear crossmember, that makes sense.However, if I were going to drop the rear subframe, would the points where the rear trailing arms mount be an OK spot as well (pictured)?

I’m sure this has been asked a bunch of times, but I couldn’t find a definitive answer in my research in regard to a safe place to place jack stands under the rear of my Spyder GST.I’m on my 6th DSM, but all have been AWD up to this point. I’m looking to jack up the rear of my Spyder GST to...

I wanted to get opinions on whether it was possible to swap out intake manifolds with the engine still in the bay.I am looking to swap out the 2G intake manifold on the 2G head in my Spyder GST for an EVO 3 intake manifold. However, I’m not looking to pull the motor on this car just yet and...

So my plans have changed. I’m going to try my hand at rust repair, paint, and restoration on this vehicle. I can’t think of a better specimen to get into that on. If all goes well, I will have a legit 1G again and of course I’ll have to start modding it for power.

I started out today by doing a full coolant flush and refill. I've never performed that process on a 7-Bolt before and was happy to find a drain plug for the block. I've always wished my 6-Bolts had that. It also made flushing the system with distilled water in between the draining of the old...

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Thank you everyone for the above replies and opinions. I found a lot of useful information here.I believe I will be going with a full 2G 7-bolt long block, Evo 3 intake manifold, and I’m going to try and hunt down an Evo 3 exhaust manifold.I’m going to keep my 6-bolt motors waiting in the...

Thank you everyone for the informative opinions, that is exactly what I was looking for.I think I might run a 7-bolt with the EVO 3 intake manifold, and keep my 6-Bolt motors as backups.I've heard/read a couple other places that the FP Exhaust manifold might not be ideal for my setup so I am...

450whp might be a little wishful thinking, and that number exceeds what I originally set out to obtain, but you know how it goes. From my research I've somewhat taken away that about 400hp is where you start to see the weak links in the drive train start to break. Obviously I'm sure everyone's...

As the title states, I am looking for opinions on what the "best" 4G63 Block/head combo is amongst the various combinations possible by mixing 1G, 2G, 6-Bolt, and 7-Bolt heads and blocks.I have the parts to pretty much put together any block/head combo possible amongst the various...

Ok, that's what I came up with too (1G 7 bolt), thanks for confirming. I've never had one of these, so that's cool.Thanks for clarifying about the exhaust studs, that's kind of what I was starting to figure as I looked the head over more. I always sort of figured 1G 7 bolt heads had to be a...

Hey Guys,As the title states, I am having trouble identifying what generation this head is. It goes against everything (I thought) I knew about identifying DSM heads. I bought it out of a guy's shed with a whole slew of other random DSM parts from all generations with no real background info...

You were right, I just went to the Enginetech website and sure enough, the part #’s for their 4G63 intake and exhaust valves match the numbers I have here on my valves.Here is a link to their 4G63 catalog in case anyone needs it. I wasn’t aware of this company until now...