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  1. 1G CAS clearance + crank/cam sensor options for 4G64/63 hybrid (RWD / Starion)

    Hey all,I’m putting together a 4G64/4G63 hybrid for a RWD Starion swap and have a few CAS / trigger questions that I haven’t been able to find a clear, first-hand answer to.Setup:Wide-block 4G64 (Asia-sourced short block) 1G 4G63 DOHC head (bare head) RWD application (Starion chassis)...
  2. 1G Ignition terminal

    Hello fellow DSM'ers. Can someone pls explain to me how to set ignition timing CAS(1G N/A). Mine is set all the way clockwise(advanced) and engine works much better(It was in the middle before). The car struggles and blows black smoke when pushing acceleration pedal. As far as I know - I need to...
  3. Jacob5se

    2G Random misfires when driving, goes away after turning ignition switch off and back on

    Hey guys, After switching to a Prius COP setup, I’ve run into another problem. While driving, the car will randomly start to misfire. The only way to fix it is to turn the ignition switch off and back on (usually it goes away after the first try). It doesn’t matter whether the car is cold or...
  4. roadtrip_69

    Resolved 99 GST Ignition issue...No power to nothing...

    So was having transmission/clutch issues a few months ago. And while attempting to start the car, a odd thing happenend. All the dash lights went out, but the DOOR open light. And the RPM gauge would move. But aside from that no power to any ignition component. But due to the transmission issue...
  5. 1G Ignition Lock cylinder goes all the way and won’t spring back after crash

    To keep it short and simple, I ran over a big metal block or something on the freeway and it broke my transmission and another thing we noticed was the ignition lock cylinder would go all the way to start and stay there. There’s normally a spring that brings it back. It also won’t start with the...
  6. Missing Ignition Lock Cylinder

    Hello! I recently purchased a 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX and have been working on repairing it. One problem I have run into is that the car did not come with an ignition lock cylinder. I have tried searching to find one online and I have not been able to find any. Is there any other ignition...
  7. Anfurnyy

    Resolved 1G Standalone Link G4+ ECU, Tach signal with COP kit.

    Car is a 93 (so 91+ ignition setup) I'm looking to move to a direct fire / sequential ignition setup using the Brewed Motorsports kit with their wiring harness. I am on a standalone Link G4+ ECU and will use ignition outputs 1-4 for direct fire.My question is if the PTU is deleted, how does...
  8. Jonnychance

    420A Door Lock Ignition

    My car door used to not lock with the key in the ignition. I locked my keys in the car yesterday (scary how easy it is to break into these cars), they were in the ignition and realized that something must have broken when I got back in and tested it out. Anyone deal with this before, know how to...
  9. 2G so confused no OBD2 fuse fusable under hood not working.

    Ok so i did a mistake grounded diagnostic to set idle. here found i dont need to for 2nd gen oof my mistake newbie paying the price now. anyways swapped a relay around got my interior lights to finally come on. radio dash turn signal headlights backup lights ect ect all powers no problem...
  10. sinisa

    420A Not cranking when hot

    First of all car is forged 420a with ms3. I want to get rid of this problem before adding turbo.Engine runs good, idles good and does not overheat or die anytime. Fans run and stop with the temp.After some driving with few pulls and shut it for short time (for gasoline etc..) it does not...
  11. KRVLLSTVTION

    1G Ignition Parts Help For 1G DSM

    So i got a 1990 mitsubishi eclipse 1g dsm na 2.0l non turbo and i need a coil pack and transistor but am struggling finding any so if you guys got any links to those factory parts or kno of any parts that i could use instead of finding the factory parts please feel free to let me kno itll save...
  12. Bentherat8834

    Resolved 1G- 92 Laser No crank?

    Washed the engine bay and noticed a spark from the coil pack grounding to the motor, previous owner had a piece of cork between them to try and insulate it. And the car had a skip on the 4th cylinder 😂 I replaced the coil pack and still had a skip. I pulled the plug out to test it and grounded...
  13. LSM

    2G Please help me with my C.O.P. setup

    Ok so bare with me here. I had finally just purchased another 2G after 20 years of not having one and my knowledge is still somewhat stuck in the early 2000's! So I bought a set of Spark Tech C.O.P.'s a while back to replace the spark plug wires, but after several hours of searching I still can...
  14. Jim Brevikdal

    AEM AEM ems series 2 does not start

    hi, i need some help. Has an Eclipse 1998 GSX. have bought me AEM ems, have installed it. then I have MAP sensor and AIT sensor and 850 FIC. I'm attach some pictures so you can see how it's done. Have tried to get it started but it does not want to. hear it sparks incorrectly.Need help getting...
  15. 420A 2gNT Cranks but no start

    Hi guys. I just bought a 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS off a close friend of mine. Long story short, it was his high school car that he junked about 5 years ago and I thought it would be funny to buy it and bring it back to life. No laughs yet, just cries I drove it from Yuma, Az to Los Angeles...
  16. eclipsedx

    2G Engine not starting. Missing Plug?

    Hey, i drive a D30 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse non turbo and I am having problems after rebuilding the engine. I had a bearing failure, so I took the engine out to rebuild it. After I installed the engine back in my chassis, i tried to start the car, but the Car did not start.The engine did crank...
  17. 1999 GS-T Restoration Questions

    For those who are or have already restored a 2G,Now that they've stopped making parts for these cars, how do you handle replacement/repair of: Sunroof Airbags Ignition system Transmission and clutch ??In particular,I have a leaky stock sunroof due to rusting between the glass and the...
  18. Tyler’s_DSM

    2G Crank But No Start, PLEASE HELP!

    I have a 1998 GS-T, stock 7-Bolt. Only external ,mods are exhaust manifold, not sure what brand due to was already on car, STMTuned air filter, HKS BOV (Recirculated), Megan Racing test pipe, Thermal R/D Catback, Walbro 190, running brand new plugs just replaced them like an hour before this...
  19. Dom Torreto

    ECU maybe?

    So I have a 1995 talon that's been my project for over 2 years now. I've done a lot of work to her as far as replacing all of the engine sensors, MAP, IAC, TBPS, Cam, Crank etc. Replaced the fuel filter, and ran some BG though the system, also replaced the ignition switch. I've taken the...
  20. AustinGST98

    2G ACC Switch Bypass

    Basically, one of the previous owners of my current GSX decided for some reason to bypass the ACC switch, so that the radio, cigarette lighter, etc. would stay on.Does anyone know the reason behind this, as well as the easiest fix? I have no intentions of using the cigarette lighter, but I...
  21. Colin Bodkin

    1994 Eclipse GS

    Hey guys, new to this site and hopefully I can learn a lot here. My name is Colin and I just got my first car, a 1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS. It's only a FWD and a 1.8L, but eventually I plan to rebuild this thing into something nice. For now I'm just going to daily drive it. If I can, that is...
  22. RT-AWD

    1G ARC-2 CDI Questions

    Spark notes: Installed arc-2 Tach not working Car breaks up really bad Its a 1991Hello all, Last night i spent a solid 3 hours wiring up this CDI box to hopefully fix an occasional breaking up issue (spark blowout). I got everything wired correctly and noticed right away my tach wasnt...
  23. Falcon91

    Battery/starting issue

    hey guys, is it possible that my battery could be weak enough to not allow my car to start? Hooked up a charger for awhile at 10amp rate and it wouldn’t turn over, turned it up to 50amps for Awhile and it turns over very roughly but won’t fire. I’m getting fuel but haven’t checked spark (getting...
  24. 420A ISO: 98 N/T Manual ECU Pin Out

    Long story short had wires short in my car. Finally said screw it im done wire fishing and im going to run my own relays. Need to know what wires turn on my ecu to trigger it to turn on. Searched for the last day and a a half on how to do it. help much appreciated!!!
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