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6.JPG] this is my 1984 l300 van im doin up into a camper i started with 2 vans and one was very rusty but it was a starwagon so had the high roof so i used that chasey and the roof and used another body pritty big job to change the roof but i got it and came up good then i started on the wheel arches i lowered the front wheel arch 50mm with a slight fare and i dropped the back 100mm so the rim laps the guard will look good with 20s im paintin it black so alot of work to get the body straight as with black you see any little dint but the body work is on hold because im doin work on the engine bay as im putting a cordia gsr turbo in it so there is alot of work pipe work involved to do that i hope people do send replys to tell me what they thing or even any quiestions or ideas hope to have more pics soon

hey guys i have an 89' L300 express with an 1.8 4g62 engine im in desperste need of a workshop manual for it any leads would be welcomed cheers

adam

link

http://enviroimports.com/technical_downloads.html

The 2L is a 4g63 and they are guttless but we are use to larger engines from fords and what not. Had baby and no room in sedan and too much stuffing about to put a dickie seat in wagon and there is an age restriction on it. We got an old starwagon and its reliable and has plenty of room, we got dvd player in there and gps and few other mod cons that are cheap now days. Oh got pod filter and gave it more power and they are so restricted and how they suck air i have no idea. Biggest problem is the design of front it hits air and it looses so much power, i use to own a sigma many years ago and a triton and the motors nearly look the same. The idea is to put a bigger motor without a big expense and v6 is a nice idea but its 600 just to have engineer say its ok to have it in there and then there is the engine 2k for good one then exaust and so on 5k tops for conversion.
i can buy a sigma engine for 200+ and not have hassle of cutting this and that and getting engineers (vic roads are dumb just grind numbers and change to 4g63 (currently installed) and what i want to know is
the exhaust the same?
the gearbox bolt up?
the enginer mounts same? i think i read somewhere on this web site they are
has anyone done it or know how easy it can be done? or what parts i need?
any ideas about the conversion? must be low budget?
thinking of doing a quick reco of engine like gaskets and check engine for wear and change rings and bearings
i had a look on ebay and radiators look nearly identical so radiator be same but sump the same? it clears the steering?
the battery is on the same side no idea on the starter motor to know if bell housing the same
air con in same place the whole thing looks identical just it not have plastic timing cover

dave
i am sure someone out there has done it oh and L300 same as a starwagon? love to get power steer back wife wants mags like the young kids do to vans

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Kia Ora
Having a few problems with my 1995 van, thought i got most of them sorted then.. central locking not working. Can hear click coming from under the steering wheel, fuses look alright can anyone suggest anything?

i have just finished my conversion of a vr4 4g63. the thing runs sweet not a problem except how ive mounted the throttle body it knocks the underneath of the passenger seat witch ive fixed by belting the crap out of the seat pan and using double nuts and all thread on the seat to raise it. Got it dynod today and it makes 129rwkw witch is pretty decent for a stock 9psi gonna put it upto 13 and get a microtech soon. one quik question tho i cant work out how to hook up the tach its a starwagon cluster i put in with the tach and it was plug and play with the old carby motor so the wire i assume was that white wire of the coil but i cant work it out. any help would be appreciated and ill get some picks up of my van soon

Hi all, are there some wider rims available for the L300 Van (1988 2.0L Petrol)? Id like to buy some wider maybe 8" rims and tyres but dont know where to buy them. Im In the ACT , Australia. thanks Wishbone.

Since having so many electrical issues with my starwagon, I am considering buying/borrowing a diagnostic scanner.

Has anyone used one with any success with the L300/L400/Starwagons?
If so, where do I plug it in?

Just got a 1991 2wd L300, Want to lower it and put a set of 17inch rims on it, just want to know how wide a rim can be while clearing suspension and things? I have been looking at a set of 17x7.5 BBS alloys with an offset of 46+... can anyone help me?
thanks

My wife's Mitsubishi Starwagon has been causing us endless headaches with electrical issues for months. Every time I think I have it nailed it plays up again.

1st problem was getting a flat battery frequently, so I replaced the battery with a better one. Problem went away for 4 weeks or so, then came back. Discovered that the Alternator was draining the battery intermittently after turning off the car. Fitted a relay to switch off the alternator from the battery when the keys are out of the ignition. All good for a few days.

2nd Problem, the alternator intermittently failed to charge while the engine was running. Replaced the 90A Alternator which was fitted with what every parts place was telling was the correct item, a 60A Alternator. It fit and worked fine.

3rd Problem, Before all this started we occasionally experienced a loss of power when taking off at lights. After the alternator change this went away for a few days then started back more frequently accompanied by a loss of RPM indication on the Tacho.
This is now at the point where we cannot run any electrical item such as radio, aircon, fan, indicators etc, or we lose complete instrument indications, digital odometer dies, clock fades and the loss of power is extreme. The car actually went from 50km/hr to a virtual stand still, saved only by downhill motion. This lasted for about 2 minutes.
On top of this, We had the car running in the driveway for about 15 to 20 mins with radio on and fans running, and then went to reverse out only to have the power completely die and stalled it. Couldn't start the car as the battery was dead.

Other problems which may or may not be contributing/related:
Drivers electric window motor is on the way out and intermittently fails to operate.
Heater Core is leaking coolant into the front cabin floor.

So my limited Electrical theory tells me that the current draw while driving is more than the alternator can put out, which will drain the battery and drop off electrically powered items such as the Tacho and Speedo. Why it happens intermittently and why it kills power from the engine has me baffled. Is it possible a bad earth in the window winder motor is causing the problem? Why does the new alternator intermittently drop output voltage?

Is there anyone with Auto Eleco experience who can help?

i have a 4g62 in my van would like to fitt a vr4 is the gearbox the same or what model l300 would i need the gearbox out of thanks

have myself a 91 l300 4g63 rwd, the old owner destroyed the current diff, still runs but has a constant knock on decelleration. Have found a lsd from a 95 camper but am unsure if it will fit, anyone know if this will? am also contemplating a 4g63dohc tutrb conversion as the engine is tired, anyone have any info regarding this? bar from all the wiring that will need to be done, any modification to parts to make it fit?

heres the link for the lsd, any info would be awesome

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Mitsubishi/Diffs-axles/auction-268950914.htm

HELP!, i have a 84 L300 i have put in 2 brand new alternators and both have died then last one with out even leaving the garage, the first new one work fine in the garage charge was good etc, but after driving down the hiway for about 10km the charge light came on, tested alternator buggered no output, install alternator No. 2 van did not even leave the garage i was sitting in her watching the charge light in the dark and it slowly cam on after about 20 minutes now its on full. what could be causing the alternators to fail, the wiring looks good and the is no short to ground etc?? HELP!

G'day Folks,

Recently purchased a 1983 4WD L300 camper. Am intending to upsize to Sunraysia 15 inch wheels. Couple of questions please.

My current standard rims are 14 * 6. I am finding 15 * 6 rims difficult to locate in the Sunraysia style. Any suggestions as to where I might locate some.?
Are there any issues re fitting the 15* 7 rims that are readily available.

I am looking at fitting Toyo 215*70*15. Has anybody got this tyre size on the 15*7 rim or for that matter a 15*6?

..and did you have any problems with the tyre hitting the dreaded rear corner of the the wheel arch?..i.e. creative panel beating with the plumbers friend ?

and finally....does anybody know what the offset is on the standard 14 inch rims ?..and what would be the biggest offset difference on a new set of rims that would be acceptable..
( a lot of the 15*7 available rims are +10 offset )

....any other info. re pros and cons re this increase in rim and tyre size would be most appreciated...

thanks Ian

I am trying to track down a rear door and/or glass for my '87 4X4 van. The struts failed and it slammed shut but unfortunately my ladder was in the way.....

hi guys, 95 starwagon 2.4L. i have a sound like a low decibell horn coming from passenger side undreneath vehicle near fuel tank. seems to be mainly be after long trips but sometimes after short trips aswell. stays on for various lengths of time, sometimes while driving but mainly after turning car off, 5 secs-15secs. seems to switch on and off. also combined with a surge type idle (revs drop to 300-400rpm then back to 700-800 rpm then down then up and so on. idles normal again when given a little gas. thinking it might be faulty fuel pump if these are located near fuel tank. ran rear air con,which is also located near fuel tank but didn't make a difference. so i would appreciate (a) location of fuel pump/filter ( opinions on possible causes © should the fuel pump be activating after car is switched off, eg re pressurising system/ re priming
thanks

Hi All,
I have a 1986 L300 4x4 original Safari Pop Top campervan. It is in very good condition but I need some advise on some modifications. I want to fit A/C. I also want more torque as the van is a real slug on inclines and very thirsty. I weighed it and it weighs 2100kg with a full tank of fuel... The engine is in good cond and 170,000km. The spot for the A/C is there on the crank pulley for the belt and there is space for the parts. Just not sure what to fit or from what model Mitsubishi.
There are others things I need help with;

Wheel upgrade to 15in or 16in (any ideas)

Suspension upgrade (any recommendations)

Brakes upgrade *again, any help with info)

Engine upgrade (4G63 work, 4G62Turbo, Holden V6, Pajero TDI?)

I want to keep this van long term as it has been in the family and I love it. Just want to modernise it for some big trips.

Cheers,

96 WA Starwagon makes a buzzing sound like a loud relay, but lasting longer than a relay, when the car has been driving and shut down.

This happens on and off for several minutes, especially after a long drive.
Could this be the computer, as suggested for a similar fault on an eclipse?

IF anyone has had similar happen and found out what it is, please let us know.

Hi everyone, you have a very cool forum here.

I bought my 2005 WA walk thru last friday afternoon and Sat morning it died. The timing belt was replaced at 105000 km (Now at 110000) by the last owners mechanic who, it seems forgot to tighten something up in the timing case. I can only assume the small piece of mangled metal was once a pointer to help align the timing or something like that. What ever it was went around with the timing belt and allowed the belt to jump 7 teeth and bend all the valves. I trailered the van to my mechanic who contacted the previous mechanic who says he will fix his mistake.

I helped my mechanic to reset the timing so that we could do a compression test and it was then I realized how little i know about E.F.I and all the other electronics on this van. Does anybody have a workshop manual or any idea where I can get one?

Thanks in advance
Marc

Happy new year all!!

I am the (mostly) proud owner of an aging 1983 l300 4wd camper. Since I bought said van (september 2009) the engine died, as a result we discovered the worn clutch, knackered gearbox and uterly useless radiator!!! Its safe to say the good lady was not too impressed with my choice!

You guys have proved very useful with several minor issues that Ive been able to sort myself after reading past posts and cross-referencing those with the delica club forums BUT......

I have a nasty rattle coming from the front drivers side when ever I drive over a bump/drain cover/stone. While tightening the wheel bearings last night I noticed that the drive shaft that services the rattley wheel has a lot of movement in and out of the cv boot which has the same sound as the rattle I hear when driving. I would greatly appreciate any advice from you knowlegable bods hera at MF.

Happy driving

see earlier post for details all thasts changed is the price has rego too

Anyone one know where on the Sunshine coast I could buy one of these, mine is buggered (snapped, taped back together, and threatening to fall off.) I've looked at Super Cheap Auto and Repco, but all I can find are the ones for the older models.

Here's some pics so you know what I mean.

I need this kind I need.
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And all I can find is this kind.
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Hi,

Does someone could tell me if it's possible to put a L 300 2.0 4wd 1st generation extractor to a 1991 2.4 L 300 4wd without any changes in the exhaust line?
I know that i will have to remove the catalytic converter but my concern is more about how to adapt the muffler.

I have noticed coolant spitting from the aircon/heater unit in the front cabin between the driver and the passenger. Leaves a horrid mess on the carpet. :0

I assume its the heater core/heat exchanger.

Has anyone ever replaced one in the WA models? I would appreciate any advice that can be offered, as I know these can be a pain to replace in some cars.

Regards,

Starwagondad

can someone tell me the difference between the 8.5:1 and the 9.5:1 4g63 fitted to the l300. is it in the piston or the head that gives you the highter compression ratio?

Hi everyone,

This my first post in this forum. As recommended, I have been searching and reading for over an hour now to see if any of the issue I have had been covered before but couldn't really day they have been. So I apologise in advance if it is a repeat.

First Intro:
I am from Melbourne, not mechanically knowledgeable, but wished I was and don't have any "appropriate tools" to really try to DIY.

I bought a 1992 GL Starwagon 2.0l, Carb, Automatic in September this year from what turned about to a shonky second hand dealer on the other side of town. The van was fine at test drive but after I took took possession of it I took it back for them to repair an oil leak and I don't know what they did but they really stuffed the car up. Anyway, my wife and I are happy with the van but do need to address some issues and hope that someone here can assist.

Issue 1: Choke doesn't seem to be working
At first start up in the morning or after long periods of the engine being switched off I need to keep my foot on the accelerator for a minute or so to prevent the car from stopping. I don't know if this means the choke needs to be adjusted or it needs to be replaced. Has anyone overcome the same problem and how? Also if I move off without the engine having sufficiently warmed up I get a misfire from the exhaust.

Issue 2: Headlights
I can't seem to be able to adjust the headlights (the high beams are working fine). I took it back to the bloke who gave it the roadworthy and he keeps on telling me it's fine but the lights barely light up 5 metres ahead. I did some country driving for the first time the other night and will not do it again until I know I can clearly see. Where are the screws to adjust it?

Issue 3: Really poor performance (power)
Not so bad on level roads but huge drop in power when climbing bridges etc. even only with two people in the car. Has anyone been able to improve performance of their own vehicle that may help me with mine? There is also a noticeable drop in power when the air-con is on. I'd hate to be climbing a hill at the same time.

Issue 4: Uneconomical?
In city driving I get about 230km from one tank of unleaded petrol. The one time I went to Sunbury (approx 180km return) and back I nearly went through 3/4 of a tank of petrol when I thought country driving was meant to use less. The interesting thing is that I bought high octane petrol on Saturday drove to Taylors Lakes (approx 120km return) and it went through 20litres. I feel like crying help!! . Any ideas?

Issue 5: Conversion to Gas ?
Given the poor performance I am reluctant to have the van converted to Gas. What do you all think? Is it likely to make that much difference? Am I likely to just end up going backwards down a hill one day coz the van doesn't have the power to keep going? Are there specialists in converting Mitsubishi vans to gas? What are the things I should definitely take in to account?

Issue 6: Change engine to 2.4l EFI?
Is it possible to mount a 2.4l EFI in the same space as the 2.0l engine? Will I need additional electrical work installed to account for the EFI? Has anyone done this? Can anyone help me with an approx cost to do so?

Issue 7: Burning smell from side of van
After I drive the van there is a burning type smell that I detect coming from the side of the van and not from the engine. Could this be the catalytic converter or is it more likely to be the exhaust? Can the catalytic converter be replaced? Is it expensive to replace?

Thanks for taking the time to read the post and thanks in advance to those who reply.

Hello again,

where can I find the auto transmission fluid refill cap? Photo would be appreciated.

Ok, here's my L300 Express, it's the first van and Mitsubishi I've owned, and I love this thing, it may not be the faster or most fuel economical thing on 4 wheels, but it really does have character.

Ok, in this picture you can see my spotlights (thanks guys for the help with the wiring)
Tyres are Front: Remington Steeltrak 65 P215/65R14 93H Radial
Rear: Classic 65 215/65R14 94H Radial
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View from the rear, don't know if you guys can see it, but there is a reverse camera mounted in the plastic on one side where the door handle is.
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Inside from the tailgate, I've installed carpet (just old house carpet) in the back to cut down on road noise, and also to make it a little more comfortable, also some pocket organisers on each side to put things, rubber mat so things don't slide around in the back. Can't see them in photo, but pioneer 6" speakers either side just in front of pocket organisers, not sure on model but they are 170 watt.
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3/4 bench seat installed (yes it is properly certified), Kingsley sliding window
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Rear fan, some more pocket organisers, 4 port cigarette lighter sockets, Also the wife and daughter at the front door.
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GPS, reverse camera display, Sony CDX-R3410S Mp3 Headdeck, GME TX3220 UHF with local police/Ambo/Fire/SES/Forestry frequencies programed in. Volt Gauge (lets just say I've had issues in the past with flat batteries from the amount of electronics that I install in my cars. Seat massager/heater on drivers seat (you can see the controller near the handbrake.
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I'm soon installing 2 small subs in the back along with an amp and 2 6x9's in the tailgate.

So tell me what you guys think, also things I can do to improve looks, comfort, perfomance (I already have extractors installed) on a budget.

Hi i have an australian delivered 89 L300 p and im considering transplanting a holden 3.8 v6 engine and auto using a gardener conversion kit , Q has anyone done this before ?do you have any pics? and is it a good conversion, does it really fit or nearly fit?? Any advice greatly appreciated.

Cheers Peter.

i am trying to find out if there is a lsd avaliable for my 84 l300 thanks if someone could help

hi guys, starwagon glx 2.4 95 auto, overdrive button would no longer stay engaged ie. broken so as a quick fix i fitted a on/off illuminated rocker switch, three wires,red yellow and black, red to power,yellow to accessory,black to ground. when i switch on/off overdrive light goes on/off accordingly as does switch light, so i assume is working properly. problem is overdrive does no engage, car is only going into 1st/2nd/3rd no overdrive. i would greatly appreciate any advice before taking it to a mechanic

hey i own a l300 van 4g63 sohc and it wont start it turnes over but sounds like it is struggling.
when it is tow started in 2nd gear it starts eventualy runs like crap and sounds realy bad after it warms up i can turn it off and on with the keyn no problems but when it goes cold it wont start again.

its a 4g63 sohc carbureeted l300 1988 it has done 373,000km
any help would be great
any1 have any ideas??

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gettin rid of my van have done nothing but spend money and time workin on it since i got it now ive started a new job and i dont have the time, new head with port work and roller rockers, new battery, starter alternator, extractors, inlet manifold, carb, works well in 4wd good to get on the road or parts big alloy bull bar, lpg (out of date), would swap for car or bike sms if you cant get in touch i will get back to you cars located in elizabeth sa can be push started runs very well 0416755490

Hey everyone!
Been reading thru these forums for the last couple of hours and would just like to clarify things a little!
I drive an express 97 every day for work(plumber) and my boss has a (94 I believe-edit- ooh found out it's a 98 ) spare express which doesn't get driven anymore and has donated a couple of bits to my work van. He has kindly given it to me so I want to do it up. It just needs a new battery, two tyres and a new headlight lens to be totally drivable.

What I would like to know is....

Can starwagon headlight clusters fit into an express front end?They look to be of similar sizing (and wiring for me is a non issue-I'm electronically educated ) I like the projector style (91 era) or even just the dual element of the other models(just for something different). Or is sheetmetal different and I am wasting my time? Otherwise I will just order those funky jewelled style replacement lights off ebay:)

Secondly, the 5 stud (5x114.3) stud pattern opens up loads of options for wheel choice(saw some nice falcon xr6 rims going cheap). I found an offset for a 14x7 rim as being 1mm pos and 14x8 being 12 pos at roh for the express. Is this the right offset? The rear wheels have a noticeably narrower track for some good dish! What are my size restrictions/options on the express? I want to stay with a cheap tyre size, ie 235/45/17 or something and will be lowering 50mm(torsions wound down, and reset springs at rear). Anyone fitted staggered offset rims? And those of you who have rims that you purchased new, which offset did you end up using and tyre size?

Sorry to ramble and ask heaps, have been having an excited little kid moment looking at mods he he

Thanks everyone who replies!

hello peoples!

I am from Australia and am trying to find workshop manual for my 96 Express Van with 4d55 engine. Seems to be a weird year as haynes and other manuals seem to be non-existent.

Anywhere i can download a manual as 4d55 seem to be a common engine just not in an express van.

Thanks again

Hi,

if any of you have read my previous post then you know that I think my auto gearbox is faulty.

I would just like to know why Mitsubishi built the L300 so it would not engage fourth gear (overdrive) when cold. IMO it just damages the engine revving at high RPM's.

Is there any way to bypass this so overdrive will engage when the engine is cold?

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Hi all, i have just got me hands on a L400 van which i am going to use for work. Has anyone ever boarded one out? I have looked all over the net for companies which sell kits but there doesn,t seem to be any for the L400.......does anyone know of one?

Is there another van with the same body shape which i could use? The same for the racking......

new to the forum, looks great by the way

cheers

It a 2001 model

Hello all,

I had my transmission rebuilt (allegedly) about eighteen months ago.

It has started to feel a bit sluggish at gear change and also in second gear I get a short rev just before or after the change, sometimes the revs fluctuate, normally when cold. Could this be a mechanical or electrical fault. The gearbox oil seems fine and I've had a look but could not see anything loose on the box itself.

Does anybody have a manual or link available that could help me out?

HI all Im after a coulpe of bits for my 1991 delica exceed 2.5 TD 4 x 4

Looking for the compass pod ( complete unit ) and the square cushion which fits in the rear bench seat
Anyone help plz drop me an email to marknico@ntlworld.com

Cheers

Hi all, can anybody please send me the relevant workshop manual pages on the choke set-up for my L300 van. Its a 1988, Mitsubishi Express, L300, 2.0L, Petrol. Have paid for a service and have bought the van back twice but the choke still dosen't work well when cold, The engine runs fine otherwise. The first start in the morning is difficult but after 10-15 pumps in sets of 5, the engine will start and warm up. The weather is improving now but it can get cold here in Winter and I need the choke to work properly.

Thanks Wishbone. stevengreene78@yahoo.com

Please could someone help me out? i have a L300 1984 4x4 with a 1.8l 4G62 engine, what i am looking for is an exploded view of the front suspension and steering. and a diagram of the vacuum system.

previously ive owned v8 fords, then i had a few mercs, enjoyed the german engineering so i tried a few bmws (great fun little cars!) the last four cars ive owned have been mitsubishi's and none of them have been a pleasure to own, but i love my l300 4x4 so ill keep battling on, anyway gettin to the point of the four mitsi's ive had 3 have had starter motor problems even when a brand new fully charged battery is used they seem to always crank really slowly this is begining to really shit me cos it also drains the batteries really fast, also my van has had the 4g62 replaced with a 4g63 before i got it, does anyone know if the starters are the same? and do any of the other starters fit like off the astron 2.6? is theyre any better starter i could use? cheers again in advance Jaede

HAVE HAD ENOUGH OF OWNING A MITSUBISHI WANT TO GO BACK TO A PROPER CAR (FORD) SO IM GETTIN RID OF THIS THING, ITS HAD THE HEAD AND GASKET REPLACED, NEW STARTER, ALTERNATOR, BATTERY HAS SOME RUST AND OIL LEAKS RUNS WELL BUT STILL SOME MINOR ISSUES TO SORT OUT $1400 WHATEVER YOU WANT TO KNOW JUST ASK CAR IS SITUATED IN ADELAIDE WILL TRY POST A PIC LATER ON ANY QUESTIONS 0416755490 CALL BETWEEN 9AM-1:30PM Jaede

my 1993 automatic starwagon occasionally idles high when at lights etc they want 1000 dollars 4 a idle speed control motor plus fitting could this be the problem or could it be something else had the throttle body cleaned ? and only getting 260km out of 55 litres

had my l300 van 3 or 4 weeks, ive put on a new head, then a few days later the starter died so new starter then she was runnin sweet as was stoked THEN... woke up the other day went to start it and just backfired and ran like crap i decided it was an ignition fault so i replaced, cap, rotor, coil, ballast resistor, plugs, condensor, points basically everything but the leads now it wont start at all, get the odd backfire thru the carb but nothin much more, i move the dizzy while turnin it over but still no go, i love the old 4x4 but startin to think about burnin it! lol someone give me an idea am pretty sure i havnt missed much cheers

Hi and thanks for reading.

This is my first post so please be patience,we bought a 1982 Mitsubishi L300 colt pioneer motorhome/caravan about a month ago,so we could tour the UK next year but we are having trouble with it overheating and with the help of our local garage have narrowed it down to the thermostat which has been removed and the van is now running great,but with the winter coming we need to replace the thermostat but are having terrible trouble getting hold of one as the vehicle is so old.

Would i have to find a exact replica of this vehicle's thermostat or could a universal thermostat do the job?

The mechanic who is doing the work says he may have trouble getting one as its so old,

oh ist a manual, petrol and has a 1597cc engine

Any advice would be welcome and if any other info is required let me know.

Thanks Andrew..

As the topic states, I am looking for 96-2000 Starwagon workshop manual for my wife's 2.4L 96 Starwagon GLX.
I need to work on a few things nd would appreciate some technical data etc.

Does anytone know where I can either download or buy a copy of a workshop manual for this model?
I have tried searching online, at the car shops etc and had no luck.

Cheers.