98' Blueberry 🫐

[Nickolision]

This is the Build Thread for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T. Reply below.

 

[Nickolision]

First off is assessing what I need and I don't

 

[Nickolision]

Okay, about 98% have all the parts now. I still need to find what size pistons I would need. Although, the block seems to be in good condition so I'm aiming for a standard bore size.

Couple things i still need are:
-piston set, with rings
-ream the holes for the 7-bolt head.
-6 bolt arp (L19?) head studs.
- Clutch kit, ARP fly wheel bolts, flywheel (FWD 6-Bolt), pressure plate, OEM Throw out bearing, stainless steel clutch line.

I believe this is everything to make the car running. i'll move on next to other systems later on.

 

[Nickolision]

im dumb sometimes so I'll actually use this website how it is intended for

8/9/25 - Just released the beginning parts of this adventure for this GS-T. I'll link videos on my youtube channel to what's going on. But check my updates on the GS-T stuff.

 

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Engine:

Cylinder head is now married to the block! I did have a couple hiccups like the head getting caught in the bolt holes. This is purely because the diameter are not completly true. Installed with the normal ARP headstuds. Fel-pro head gasket!
Timing is going to be set soon, watching alot of videos and forums to gather info.

Chassis:
Carbon fiber hood, and intercooler mocked up.
I sanded what i can with the VIS hood. Carbon weave is breaking and epoxy is cooked. I'm buying a Ravoony PET Carbon Wrap and crossing my fingers. CF isn't for looks but there goes my reclear idea
Intercooler bracket made from a home depot zinc steel bar. Easy pz.

 

[Nickolision]

next video for the ECLIPSE BUILD!

 

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Episode #3 is LIVE! Check out how the build is going.

 

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Getting closer and closer! Episode #4 is posted up!

 

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Finally fixing up this thing agian! Episode #5 is up!

 

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Finished up the legal side of the car, insured and registered! Will be posting soon on some of the updates and how it sits right now!

 

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fixed my wiper alignment, that was intresting trying to fit that linkage assembly in and out the vehicle. had to plug in the wiper motor, then flip the switch on the wiper, so that way its fully at its resting position when you install it.

 

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Delete the balance shaft and honing the cylinders on Episode #6

 

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Working out the kinks on how to fit the 2G head ! Episode #7!

 

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Checking out the refreshed suspension on the DSM! Episode #8

 

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Probaly one of the best spray paint can jobs I've done. Episode #9!

 

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The best Power coating FIRST TIME! Episode #10

 

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The end of the build! Making it to Lake2o! Episode #11

 

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Here are a couple pics taken at Sierra College, Ca! So many positive feedback! Thanks for checking out the build guys!

 

[evileye]

she's beautiful

 

[Nickolision]

Car started to slip clutch I believe. Drove it again this morning, NO SLIP! hmm

 

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Alright we went under the car and looked at this inspection plate. Doesnt look to be spilling out, but the problem could be my axle shaft seals, or the center input shaft in the transmission.
I also looked at the top of the trans. I am missing one of the breather boots i believe its called. Which is a possibilty. from my top valve cover leaks into one of the holes

 

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got the evo 8 brembos! With the bonus GVR4 front knuckles, and stainless steel braided brake lines. going to be doing some powder coating and making them look nice. Let's see if I can do a video on them!

 

[Jacob5se]

Love the color. Need to watch videos, will be perfect for chill evening.

 

[Nickolision]

Just before we tear down for clutch job, brembos, and other things. Taking a quick pic with the new RGB tail lights.

 

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Will be tearing my transmission here shortly for an input shaft seal replacement. I found this out by the leaks transmission.
Thinking it was a rear main. Mine still appears spotless. Upon inspection of the clutch disc. There appears to be a leak where the input shaft area sits. So of course my ACT flywheel is cooked too. Sooo here we are. If anyone has any tips or tricks to it lmk

I know I need the input seal. But I’ll grab all necessarily seals on the way.

Here are some markings on the transmission. Not sure why there is a f5m31 on the center Housing

I’ll update on any progress, yay!!!!