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  1. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    2G Suspension bolt thread size

    Hey everyone, Im currently rebuilding my suspension and need to get 2 replacement bolts but I need the thread size to order the right bolts.I have the part numbers according to another thread but it doesn’t state the thread size.I need the following bolts40388C - M12x60 bolt 40388D -...
  2. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A Engine sputters after car is turned off

    Hey everyone,So I figured I would ask this while I’m going to have the engine out but when I turn off the car it sputters for a second or 2 before finally turning off. Any ideas what could cause this?
  3. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A CRUISE CONTROL REMOVAL

    Hey Everyone,Im pulling my engine out to add a turbo to my 420a and want to remove the cruise control setup, anyone have any write ups or pics on how to do this?I actually found this write up after posting this up...
  4. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A transmission pops out of gear in 3rd

    Hey Everyone,Another issue to add to my wonderful DSM rebuild haha, So my transmission is now popping out in 3rd gear. If i put my hand on the shifter and hold it in 3rd gear it runs fine but if i try to put it in 3rd and let off the shifter knob it pops out of gear.Is this a sign of the...
  5. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Door won’t stop locking

    Hey everyone,I have an issue where my drivers side door will not stop locking, I hit the unlock button and the door auto locks a second later, it also seems to sometimes not unlock 100% like half way.Any ideas how to fix this?
  6. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A Rear Motor/transmission mount

    Hey everyone,So from a previous thread I posted how my transmission cable retaining clip kept popping off and I couldn’t figure out why.A previous member recommended for me to add a washer to the cable bracket as the rubber washers on the bracket can get compressed and cause the bracket to...
  7. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Vacuum hose size

    Hey everyone,My vacuum hose from my egr to the back of the intake has become brittle and snapped in half.what size vacuum hose tube does this use so i can pick some up?
  8. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    2G Brake Lights Won’t Turn Off

    Hey everyone,So went to my eclipse and the battery was drained. Once I charged it I found that my rear brake lights stay on now at all times.any ideas how I can fix this? I unplugged the lights from the rear but battery still drained
  9. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Strut Piston Bolt Removal

    Hey Everyone!I was trying to replace my blown out shocks today and had a total fail! I was able to get the drivers side done without a problem but on the passenger side is where i ran into the issue.The center bolt in the strut the one attached to the strut piston will not loose up at all...
  10. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    How to tell ecu year

    Hey Everyone,I just picked up my son a 95 RS eclipse and it runs and drives fine but i noticed a burning smell coming from the car, Lifted up the hood and a portion of the engine harness has been melted, Looks like the previous owner rerouted the wiring where the aftermartket header came into...
  11. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A Shift Cable retaining clip

    Hey Everyone,So for some reason I keep having the same retaining clip pop off on the engine side of the shift linkage cables, the first time it happened it caused the shift cable to tear the boot and the cable ended up getting frayed.i replaces the shift cables and got another set of...
  12. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Power Steering Noise When Wheel Turned All The Way

    Hey Everyone,Just ended up replacing my power steering belt with a brand new continental belt and got a new tensioner from the junk yard as i had suspected my old one in my car had an issue with one of the bolts on it.I now have an issue that when i turn the wheel all the way to either the...
  13. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A Knock Sensor Connector and Oil Pressure Connector

    Hey Everyone!So my oil pressure light came in and i purchased a replacement as i read on here that they tend to go out from time to time.Once i got under my car to replace it i noticed that the connector itself for the oil pressure switch popped off and landed on part of my exhaust...
  14. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A P0300 error code

    Hey everyone,So driving back on the freeway today I had my check engine light turn on, checked it whe I got home and it’s the P0300 code.I changed the spark plugs with ngk plugs, ngk spark plug wires and an msd Ignition. Car runs great no issues at all, no loss of powers or anything.The...
  15. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Idle inconsistency

    Hey Everyone.So I have been driving my 98 eclipse with a 420a in it for a few days now and the idle is so inconsistent. It hasn’t shut off or stalled out on me but some days it hasn’t problems and says around 900 rpm without ac 1k with the ac turned on. Other days it wants to stay at 1.5 to 2k...
  16. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    How to check a used engine

    Hey Guys!I found a long block engine for my sons 1996 eclipse that we picked up. Im going to look at it this weekend but was wondering what i should look for or how to turn it by hand to make sure its a good motor. Its been pulled and guy claims he just did the timing belt and all the...
  17. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Check engine light blink

    Hey everyone,Was finally able to take the car around for a bit and after about 150 miles to check engine light came on but it also blinked once or twice.There’s no loss of power or any issues car runs fine. I will note that the previous owner has the car straight piped and I’m wondering if...
  18. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    PS AC Belt Keeps Slipping Off

    Hey Everyone,Another issue to add to my many fixes ive been doing on my 420A! I purchased the car without an ac or ps belt, i purchased a duralast belt and within 5 mins of driving it just got tore up and spit out in pieces. I got a warranty replacement and so far this one has slipped off 3...
  19. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    420A High Idle Issue

    Hey Everyone,Ive been having an issue where my idle stays around 1.5k and if i turn the ac one it will want to die out for a second then go up to 1.5 and the idle will go up and down. Where should i start to try to find the source of the issue?Heres some info on my car 420A with a cold air...
  20. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Shifter Bushings

    I tried searching for the answer to this but couldn’t come up with anything. Now that I fixed the previous issue with the shifter linkage I was wondering if there’s a replacement or if I’m missing a part on the end of my shifter cable. I included a pic where you can see a large gap between the...
  21. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Shifter won’t go into gear

    Hey Everyone!I picked up some new shifter cables since my last ones were missing when I got my car and the car was shifting fine untill today where it won’t go into any gears. Its like the shift linkage won’t engage at all or even allow me To go into reverse. Here are some pics. I believe I am...
  22. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    2G 2gNT Positive Battery Cable Multiple Terminals

    Hey Everyone,Working on my engine connections and engine bay and need some guidance on if this is factory or just a hack job. My positive battery terminal has all these connections attached that won't even fit on a battery terminal clamp. Theres so many i can't even tighten down the wing nut...
  23. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Recommended tune up for car that was sitting 1 year

    Hey Everyone!Working on my first DSM and the car had been sitting under a tree for a year. Owner said that it had started fine when it was parked but due to a bad transmission cable he just parked it and never tried it again.I checked the engine oil and it looks clean no issues i can tell. I...
  24. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Hood, Fender and Bumper Gap Issues

    Hey Everyone,Started doing the bodywork on my 2g Eclipse and when i got the friend end back on i got some major gap issues with the hood and bumper. The passenger side has a large gap between the hood and fender and the drivers side is fine till it gets to the end of the hood where its right...
  25. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    2G Windshield Rubber Molding Replacement

    Hey Everyone!Was wondering if anyone knows where i can purchase a replacement for this rubber seal that goes around the windshield, its starting to lift on the 2 top corners of my windshield. I can probably just use some sealer/adhesive to hold it back down in place as the windshield doesn't...
  26. RJ_IS_BATMAN

    Daily GS Turbo Build

    RJ_IS_BATMAN submitted a new DSM Profile :Project BatmobileRead more about this vehicle here...
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