98 Eclipse Rs Questions

[Chris2fer]

I have a few questions about a 98 eclipse rs
First off how would i go about putting on OEM side skirts onto it from a GS? Is it even worth the hassle or would it be better off just left with no side skirts?

Second where can i buy 420a 5 speed Shifter Cables? Ive looked everywhere and cant find anywhere that has them for the 420a, just the turbo which the ones for the turbo are different.

Lastly in the process of putting on new front and rear OEM bumpers a few of the Bolts holding it on, the hex head twisted right off resulting in the threads of the screw stuck in the hole still. Whats the best way of going about getting them out, ive already tried soaking in wd-40 to no avail, im guessing ill have to drill them out. Then i read somewhere that it would be better to pop rivit the bumper back on instead of getting new bolts. Just looking for imput from more experianced people. Thanks in advanced

 

[WES_393]

Putting sideskirts on the RS would be the same as putting sideskirts onto a 2gb Talon (they also came with no skirts). It does require some drilling, but it would be worth every bit IMO. Especially if you went with 2gb Eclipse or 2ga Talon "Swirly" skirts. So check out this thread:

2gA sideskirt installation on my 2gB *Writeup* - DSM Forums: Mitsubishi Eclipse, Plymouth Laser, and Eagle Talon Forum: DSMtalk.com

 

[dsmcrzy]

Side skirts just take you time with making a template and drilling the holes out. When I did it I think it took me about a whole day but the came out perfect with no leaks ect.

Shifter cables try eBay or miller import parts (I believe that is their name)

Whe I did the 2gb bumpers I had the same issues you are now having. I drilled them out are remapped holes if you have a mig welder just grind the nuts off and weld new ones on. Pop rivets may work but I dunno id rather do it the right way.

Good luck!!

Found these on eBay for you.

This is the item number

370620026353

 

[Chris2fer]

Thanks for finding those shift cables, i was searching everywhere for them, there hard to come by, and the link was very helpful looks like i have a weekend project coming up when i get back to the car, now all thats left to do is find some skirts to put on it, thanks again