I get asked a lot about how I did my battery relocation. While there are many many different ways you can do it with various amounts of different parts and products, I believe my way is one of the simplest. But, I chose to go the way I did because it worked with my wire […]
A 2G MAF is a very quick, cheap, and easy modification on a 1G. The 2G MAF is much larger than the 1G MAF. The wiring is pretty straight forward but there are two ways you could do this. 1- Hard wire the 2G MAF plug onto the factory 1G wiring but cutting off the […]
I am always seeing on the forums or on the facebook groups, people asking questions about how the cam caps are to be installed. Torque specs, cam cap direction, mis-matching caps, etc. So while I replaced my head, I figured I would take some pictures and clear the air on this topic. First off, you […]
This write up is from my experience of installing an Innovate LC2 Wideband in my 1G DSM using the DB gauge. The install will be very similar on a 2G DSM and I will point out any differences. INTRODUCTION: First things first, there are two main parts of the wideband; the controller and the gauge. […]
This is a write up written by red97rum, a member on DSM Tuners. I was granted his permission to post his exact documentation of the Kiggly Manumatic Mod that he shared with me via private messaging. By red97rum, I used a Hurst Promatic II shifter, picked it up on ebay for $85. I used the […]
This write up is for the 2G turbo DSM, but also applies to the 1G’s. Tools Needed: 3/8 Drive Ratchet 12MM Socket 12MM Wrench 14MM Wrench 10MM Wrench Parts Needed: Clutch Master Cylinder (I HIGHLY RECOMMEND USING AN OEM MASTER CYLINDER AND NOT A PARTS STORE/REMAN MASTER CYLINDER) Step 1: Remove these (2) 12MM bolts […]
So you just replaced your clutch/transmission/flywheel/all the above and now your car won’t go in gear? Or maybe you are dealing with a DSM that has sat for a very long time and it won’t go into gear with the engine running. I am here to help. Diagnosing this problem isn’t all that hard to […]
This write up is for a 2G, but also applies to the 1G as well. If you have installed a new aftermarket clutch, or changed out your master cylinder and are experiencing clutch issues with engagement/disengagement this is for you. Tools: Slave cylinder buddy 12mm wrench 14mm wrench pliers if applicable Step 1: Push your […]
If you still have a stock or moderately modded 2G DSM, you should first look into all the free mods available for your car. Free mods, are generally just removing unnecessary parts or gadgets. Some you have never put in use before. Why do the free mods? There are several. Whether it be weight savings, […]
This may be very beneficial for newbies as well as some of the experienced DSM’ers. 1G- First Generation DSM’s (90-94) 1GA- 90-91 DSM’s 1GB- 92-94 DSM’s 2G- Second Generation DSM’s (95-99) 2GA- 95-96 DSM’s 2GB- 97-99 DSM’s ABS- Anti-lock Braking System A/C- Air Conditioning AFPR- Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator AFR- Air Fuel Ratio AWD- All […]
Here’s how to install a full stainless clutch line in a 2g 4g63 DSM. ExtremePSI is a great vendor to buy one of these kits and it includes the banjo bolts and brass washers. Step 1: Locate your master cylinder and slave cylinder. Start at the master and unbolt the clutch line. Have a pan […]
This is a tech article on how to check your timing on the 7 bolt 4G63. This will apply to the 6 bolt engine as well, but the timing marks on the crank are different between the two engines. Here we go. Step 1: Put your car in neutral and apply the emergency brake. Step […]
I figured I would do this write up to help the large amount of people with this issue or who may have this issue in the future. This is just a simple FAQ that will hopefully solve/find the culprit for your hot start problem. 1) EGR Valve- Sometimes the EGR Valve will fail on our […]
This write up will show you how to set base ignition timing using an adjustable timing light. This applies to all 1G 4G63 engines INCLUDING non turboed 4G63’s, with an adjustable 1G CAS (Cam Angle Sensor). Tools Needed: *3/8″ drive ratchet *12mm socket, 3/8″ drive *3″ extension for a 3/8″ drive *Flat head screwdriver *Adjustable […]
The following content is copied from the Taboo Speed Shop. All credit goes to the Taboo Speed Shop. It shows diagrams and information regarding the removal of the emissions and vacuum lines. I’ve noticed a few threads with people looking for these pictures since the website is no longer available. A wiseman suggested that I […]
I can’t stress how important it is to NEVER under any circumstances use an auto tensioner from the parts store. I found out the hard way back in 2012 after doing a 6 bolt swap in my 2G. I bought the auto tensioner from Advance Auto. After I completed the swap, I was staring at […]
So you just spun a bearing in your motor and aren’t sure what to do. This write up will tell you what your options are. Before you can have any option, you need to determine the damage done or lack of damage done. And to be clear, throwing new bearings in it is NOT an […]
A manual boost controller (MBC) is one of the first modifications done on the turboed DSM’s. This is the reason I decided to do this write up. What does a manual boost controller do? Easy. It allows you to raise the boost. Doing this can give you a lot more power by increasing the boost […]
Many of us 2G guys like to put a 1G CAS in our 2G’s. Whether it be due to the fact that the 1G CAS is adjustable or for the simplicity of replacing the CAS. Especially the 2Ga guys that don’t have a CAS on the head at all. This can be done, but I […]
Evo 8 and 2001-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse with 4 cylinder engine and manual transmission.
