95-99 eclipse gsx

[GSXtùrbø92]

I'm 17 and will be getting a 95-99 gsx by this summer I hear they're high maintenence cars that break often? I learned how to drive manuel on a maxima a year or two ago but I'm afraid if I get a manuel it will need more repairs more often then a automatic, can anyone give me advice what to do? When I get it I was thinking of getting a greddy or hks exhaust I'm also brand new to this site sorry if this thread isn't good or will get deleted, I'm just trying to find someone to give me advice on a car they really know cause idk anyone who knows about eclipse gsx's after I get the car checked what are the first mods I should put?

 

[DaltonDSM]

not to get off topic but jesus.. 3 dsm's and 2 awd turbo in 2 years of driving. that is ridiculous. and GSXturbo92.....SEARCH button. all i can say.

 

[DSMDriver69]

Ok ... you're all making me feel really old now.

haha man me too

 

[eazy2g]

haha man me too

you mean you're all not 17? j/k

 

[Rengar18]

Hey dude dont get discouraged, if you have any questions no matter how basic I dont mind you PMing me. Ive learned quite a bit since ive had my DSM and I caught alot of bullshit asking questions abt the basic shit but everyone has to learn somewhere. Luckily I have three good friends (two have there own gsxs) and a great local community. (Desertdsm.com) You can learn A LOT off this site, just read here when you have some spare time and I promise you will learns tons valuable information about dsms.

For sure though as said many times, maintenance is key to driving these car successfully, they give very little slack when it comes down to that. When/if you get your car, if the owner claims anything make sure they can supply RECEIPTS for what they claim(if need be, give the establishment a call to confirm). If they cannot just assume the worst and mark that on your list of things to replace. Keep on it and you can breathe free with a fast daily driver.

 

[Nati0nalxCrisis]

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double clutch is a ricer term, if im not wrong.

Sorry to say double clutching is not a ricer term though, anyone can double clutch, its just not needed on newer cars because the synchros compensate for everything. Like the other guy stated above, for older cars, although you can still use it. Its kind of a nifty fun little trick and is effective.

 

[Achelea]

Original Poster:
"Play it again sam."
Nothing against you man. Every month or so we have a wave of new DSM owners that hear about the site, and register. But most of them don't bother to actually read the rules, they just click "I Agree". Then they introduce themselves, and ask a question that is answered in the FAQs, and a search would have answered easily. The front page has links for upgrade paths, Frequently Asked Questions, and so forth.
What ends up happening is a new tuner comes on, asks a obvious question, old timers, having heard this question about once a month, start making snappy remarks. New tuner think that DSM community is stuck up. Stops posting because they don't feel welcome.
All we ask as a community, is that you put effort into using the information on the site. After 21 years, there is Almost NO question that has not been asked. Lurk, think of random topics and just read read read.
And no, this isn't a rant at you, it's just giving light to the cause for the frustration.
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"You gotta walk before you run, lest you trip and fall on your face"
1.) REPAIR Fix what's broken!
2.) MAINTENANCE Make sure all the maintenance is up to date!
3.) SUPPORTING MODS Supporting mods will save you from expensive mistakes later!
4.) UPGRADE Upgrade, but in the right order. Doing the wrong order will empty your bank account faster than a CEO's Golden Parachute.
A slightly more expensive supporting mod will make the cheaper mod later on a LOT more effective.
IE a $50 Manual boost controller can crank your boost up high, but can blow your motor if you're not safe. Then you gotta save to rebuild.
But fuel wiring, logger, and such, and you can see what your car is doing easier.
Waiting til after you get a more free flowing exhaust, your boost will build quicker, and make better use of the MBC higher boost, and more fuel.
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How much would you like to spend today?
As for Manual vs Auto: You have to remove the transmission in order replace a clutch in any car. But replacing a clutch in a manual is cheaper than having an auto rebuilt. But if you plan on doing races at a local track, an automatic would work great after you've set it up for it.
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Get what you paid for.
When you buy parts, some parts can be bought from any auto store. Others, you HAVE to buy from the dealer.
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The Fastest Way to Improve Lap Times is to Tighten the Nut behind the Wheel!
Regardless of what car you drive, what modifications you do, how much you spend, patience and experience will do more for you than can be said. Research 3 times before you ever lift a wrench. Get a manual and read it front to back and FOLLOW directions.
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Respect is earned, Not given.
When you see people who have been members for a few years, Listen. Their experience will save you time, money, and heart ache. Be respectful to those around you, and play nice. Nothing will put you at odds with the community quicker than not reading the rules, the Faqs, and then starting to complain about not getting help.
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TL;DR
Read the Rules.

 

[NiKKUH_BOViCE]

Lets just say that a GSX isnt the best choice of first car as a 17 year old. All you will do is turn up the stock boost to keep up with honda kids from your school, and when shit is gonna break, and it will, you wont know wtf is going on or what to do. DSM's require as much maintenance as any other turbo car, and since you will probably beat the stink out of it, it will break alot more since chances are the prev owners beat on it too. Also, good luck finding a 2g GSX in our area.

 

[Achelea]

DSMs by their nature need an owner that will do the required maintenance. They need the same attention to detail of cars 10 times their worth of similar age, if not more.