Hi guys
Does anyone know what the red light on the dash cluster that has a symbol like an exhaust with 3 wavey lines coming from it means??
DDD

Hi guys

I am new to the forum, and new to the GTO/3000GT aswell...

just purchased the car..... finally have one now

Description of the Car:

1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT/GTO 3.0 Twin Turbo
4WD/4WS/Active Aero/Active Silencer (changed)/Traction Control/ABS/ECS/
and all the normal bits and bobs.

Mods:
HKS Turbo Gauge
HKS Sequential Dump Valve
HKS Map (i do not know what that means, dealer told me)
HKS Twin inlet Air Induction Filters
Apexi Air Flow Converter (dont undersatnd how to operate it)

Problem1: (please remember it used to run perfect when i got it 10 days ago)
my rev counter does not stay constant at 750 rpm. it drops down to 200 and then comes back up to 900-1200 rpm and then goes back to 750 rpm and then after 30 or 50 seconds does the same again......... but does not cut out.

noticeable when the car is at optimum tempreture. otherwise when sitting in the car it feels like a misfire or lite jerks every so often. now you can imagine the engine cycle and movement according to the revs....

i have ordered new sparkplugs and ignition cables waiting for the delivery.........

i cannot understand why would it just start happening out of no where......
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Problem2 (SINCE DAY 1):
Is it normal to get the engine started you have to crank it 3 times.
first 2 times i cant start it untill i crank it for 4-6 seconds first crank and it starts.
however
if i crank it for 3 secs first time
then 3 secs second time
and then 2 secs third time and it STARTS at the third try...
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please help???
m3

P.S. will post a video very soon.

i am looking into purchasing a 3000gt. i found a good deal on one but i only want to buy it if it is an easy RHD conversion and JDM engine swap.

i have also found a JDM front clip of a 3000gt that i would purchase to do the conversion.

so is it like the old subaru imprezas where the RHD holes are already there?

Hey i just bought a 1991 3000GT SL. with about 96000 miles. It is my first car so im not too upset that its not a turbo- even though id be much happier if it was .... but yeah reading your posts, a conversions it too costly and id be better off just trading in and buying a Turbo.
SO im gonna work on this car and be satisfied!.
it doesnt run right this second, i havent really got a good chance to look at it, been busy and what not. but driving it from the guys house i bought it from (2 blocks away) the car would seem to wanna stall.
were convinced it might be the converter, or the air filter? not sure.
Besides that all i need is minor repairs, and a new winsheild : | lol
i do want a new center council though mines, not really intact, and someone slapped some shitty leather on it in an attempt to make it look better---FAIL might i add.

SO basically i got myself a project car, with no clue on what to do to this car
lol
ideas i do have, Make it look nice. I wanna paint it, probally sometime in the spring. i wanna make it Jet black with a metallic flake paint.... hows that sound??
Im gonna get myself a set of rims eventually,but i dont know what to look for, if i want them chrome, if i want them black, but i do know i dont want them white
im adding a system. whats a car without a system?.
uhhhhh
eventually add a new intake system?
Yeah other than that i think the cars stock-like i said i havent had a real good look at it...
i do need window and lock switches
the guy stole them ? wtf is he going to do with them...: | besides frustrate me

YEAH so if anyone has any suggestions, ideas....feel free and id appriciate the guidance and opinions!

Hi there guys
My 1991 Mitsubishi GTO TT's fan is on every 2minutes, is this normal?
I looked in the reservoir & it was well rusty,so i drained it & flushed it then filled it with fresh coolant & water but it is still quite rusty in colour,does the engine need to be running when you are flushing?also are there any bleed nipples on this engine?
Any help would be appreciated
DDD

A friend of mine has a Dash Hawk for his Speed3. It gives you pretty much any information you could want to know while driving. Is there something like this out for our cars? I have a 95 3000GT SL.

I've finally gotten the pictures from our summer picnic posted.

Michigan 3SI Summber Picnic - 8/9/2009

I want to thank our good friends at Xcellerated Performance Automotive for hosting this event for us this year.

A good friend of mine on the M3 boards is organizing a drive through SE MI. All Makes/Models are welcome.

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=295293

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TSE Michigan Road Trip/Picnic
TOUR SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
September 20th

Over the last week or so a few friends of mine have been organizing a long spirited drive through Michigan to see some of what our beautiful state has to offer. In an effort to make this a really great event we are trying to have a caravan of at least 20 people, the more the merrier. The details are as follows:

TSE Michigan is a driving event that covers around 90 miles of Michigan roads between Milford, Brighton, Pickney, Ann Arbor, and Livonia. We cover the route in a spirited fashion, stopping once for a short break and ending at a parks area to have some pizza, wings, chips, and soda.

Meeting up will begin at 9am and at 11am we start driving.

-Starting in W. Bloomfield
The large public parking lot in front of the Gamestop, near the rear of the Meijer Lot
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=42.548...,0.004128&z=19

-Ending at a picnic site in Livonia (Hines Road Parks)
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=42.343...,0.004128&z=19
There are other parking lots in the area that we have planned as backup just in case this one is full or closed on the day of the event.

-All makes/models welcome
-Please RSVP if you intend on attending
-Food will be funded by the whole group. If we have a decent sized group everyone can pitch $5-7 and we should be able to get a bunch of pizza, chicken, soda, etc.
-Feel free to PM me if you have any questions

1.RichardG
2.Brandon K. (m3forum.net)
3.MojorisinM3 (M3post.com)
4.joyride08 + a couple other makes/models
5.GoldieE46
6.Jonathan M. (legacy GT board)
7.Adrian C (3000gt/Stealth boards)
8.
9.
10.
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If your are interested let me know and I'll have him add you to the list.

thanks

So as I posted under "sad site", my timing belt slipped while I was messing around under the hood - the ENGINE NOT RUNNING.... so ever 60K guide I read talks about lining up the timing marks and making sure that the cams don't move. So, my cams are moved... I'm no where near the timing marks.... how do I get my cams lined up and the crank lined up - I imagine I could mess up the valves even turning the engine manually ....

hello everybody i bought a 1992 mitsubishi 3000 gt sl one year ago from my dad who hasnt drove it in 3 yrs. he said it ran kinda bad when he parked it as it had a hard time wanting to idle but wasnt sure why. i do know that the ecu was replaced back in october of 2003 and it was a used ecu from a dealer. i also know that after the years he has put a 200 amp battery charger on battery with cables still hooked up to the battery from car.. the car does not have any spark and the fuel pump dont want to come on for some reason. another weird thing is the radiator fan as it sometimes comes on when you turn the key on and sometimes it does not. any ideas anybody?? im thinking the ecu

Just noticed this on Craigslist in Michigan. Looks like the body is decent. The whole timing chain worries me.
If the timing chain goes, doesn't that bend the valves?
93 3000gt

Hello all, I have a bit of a problem and I hope someone can help

I have a 1992 Dodge Stealth R/T non turbo.. (Same as 3000GT) Well the damn thing will not pass smog...

Here is what I have done to it and still will not pass..

* New Cat
* New Timing Belt
* New Injector O' Rings
* Cleaned the Cylinders
* New Idol Control Censor

My car doesn't only fail smog, it fails it bad... It does fine at 25mph but the 15mph test gets me.. Like everything is way over what it's suppose to be at...

Now anyone have any idea on what else it could be?

Hi im new here and new to the 3000gt. i just got it in a trade a week or so ago. i traded my 94 camaro that i bought for 850 for it, the guy wanted 2800 for the mitsubishi but did a straight up trade. since having it iv noticed a few things. i know it needs a new engine mount on the front end. theres a few things im not sure about what to do. whenever i try to start it it wont even make any noise the first couple of times, then it will try the 4th or 5th time and finaly start. it idles around 700 rpms when it does, its also has a knock in the engine and im not sure where its comeing from. im new to all this and would really appreciate any ideas and help anyone could offer. Im Also wanting to mod it at some point and make it run and sound better if anyone has any ideas on what i should do that would be much appreciated as well. Also one other thing, whenever i drive it and hit a bump, i feel it major and the car seems to skip to the side some to. did i do right by tradeing for it

I think I damaged my e-brake cable this weekend when I parked my car. I pulled up with a little too much enthusiasm. It didn’t break off, but it feels funny now. The lever doesn’t go down loose, but it does go down. I have to pull it up a bit to fully engage.

What did I do? Is it going to be a pain to fix?

there is two red lights and one green light in this picture. i do not know what they mean. i plan on buying a 3000gt but i havent yet so i dont know what they r. help so i can know if one is a CEL.

About a month ago I replaced my down-pipe (1995 NA). I had been driving around with the factory original - prior owner had it patched / welded.

(the cat was slightly welded to the rest of the exhaust system - both directions - that was a major pain when I repaired the post cat exhaust this spring)

So, I was sick of having a headache from the leaky down-pipe, and I scored a stainless steel / chrome downpipe on eBay for $75 w/shipping. (opted not to drop $750 at the dealer for another rust magnet).

I was really happy with the down-pipe. It fit perfect, and I've been saving on advil.


Last week I hit a pot-hole and heard a noise like a nut bouncing off a metal surface. Later that day, I had to bring my son 3 hours from home to pickup a car he scored on Craigs list. Half way there, the exhaust started getting louder and louder. 4 hours of driving later, I was virtually deaf.

What happed was the hanger just before the cat tore off, leaving a dime size hole in the pipe. (I guess that's what I get for spending only $75). So, I put a square I cut out of a coffee can over the hole, and put an exhaust clamp over that. Nice and quiet, and it doesn't look as bad as the description (coffee can and all)....


So my question is - is somthing else going to break if I drive with no support there? there is no hanger anymore.

-AA

Hello, I'm new to these vehicles and had a question. I have a 1994 GT SL with 5speed, 132000 miles. just had the heads rebuilt because they warped. My Brother in law hooked up the plug wires and hooked up #2 and #4 backwards. Anyway I had to lift the intake manifold, relocate the plug wires and put it back, now no start!? theres fuel pressure and spark. I take the plugs out and they are wet with fuel though. ? Any help is greatly appreciated. Trevor.

I have a '98 3kgt auto. The auto shifter gap seal in the console is broken. I need to raise or remove the console. The back is no sweat, but it is solid around the shifter. I can see screws but I can't get at them. Answers?

I have a 97 3000gt SL, and I am getting transmission fluid and motor oil blowing back out of the breathers.

What can I do to fix this problem?

Spotted this today... rough shape, but price to match... http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/1340534141.html Wish I held out - my wife will kill me if I bring another car home though

Hi Guys...and gals.

Hello from a new GTO owner

I 've just bought a 1993 GTO non turbo automatic. Pretty standard apart from a Blue Flame exhaust.
I have a feeling the car isn't performing to it's capabilities. The engine hardly exceeds 6500 rpm at full throttle. I know it's an automatic but I just feel it should be quicker than it is now. It runs very smooth though. Had a full service incl. new timing belt & tensioners etc 3000 miles ago. 83000 miles.
Any ideas?

http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-c...QAdIdZ146966834


my freinds say its not even worht a grand...needs rear left tire to pass safty i belive


200k miles


..what do you guys think....think i should by or waste of money? i dont have ajob all i can afford is 2k for now nutil i find a job

So two weeks ago at 2:30am I stop at a stop sign and see some smoke rising up from under my hood. I pull into a hotel parking lot, open the hood and see that the smoke is coming from the approximate location of the water pump. So this last weekend me and a buddy put a new one in and a new timing belt as well. I followed Tema3S's walk through http://team3s.com/60k.htm . Everything seems to be running fine now, but I am a bit paranoid since this was the first time either of us has dealt with a timing belt. Is there anything I need to keep an eye out for? If we were off by one tooth would it be a very noticeable thing?

I bought a whole dual exhaust kit for 380$ with the a 3inch piping on it some nice blue tips and stuff so i went to get them installed and when i went to pick the car up i thought it was gonna b a really good sound u know loud and deep but it really sucks like bad it sounds only a bit deep then how i had the stock ones so yeah they were really bad so now im back looking for some really good ones that sound really good can someone help me out the brand i got are called TYPE RS

hi, just letting anyone interested know that i am forced to sell my stealth vr4 tt at auction in ligonier pa 15658 on august 22. it has 79,000 original miles. black on black. auction details can be found on auctionzip.com
thanks, ben

my 94 3k threw up an engin code saing im running to lean
how would i ajust it to = out

My GTO automatic transmission is having a slight problem. Now I brought the car cheap because the transmission was faulty but the car drives fine. Here's what happens:-

All gear selections work, but you cannot go into reverse from P or N but if you go from Drive straight into reverse, it engages and works. In drive, the the gears select in the correct order and downshift correctly but the gearbox clunks from 3rd to 2nd and second to 1st, but if you go all the way up to fourth gear it then doesn't down shift at all and I get stuck in that gear all the time. If I stop the car and put it back into Park mode and switch off the ignition, when I start it up again it drives as normal from 1st upwards. Now I dont think the gearbox is knackered as it wont drive at all but it must be the selector or something thats broke cause like I said, the car drives fine apart from all that.

Any idea's or has anyone else suffered from the same issue?

Regards

Rob

ok another problem with my 3k is the motor mounts
the rear and frunt mount are gone
and the passanger mounts bolts got riped out of the tranny

im going to buy the poly Motor Mounts INSERTS ONLY from 3sx
how would i put them in

and for the striped out tranny tranny bolt hole
i would have to retap it right ?

So on my beautiful car - there is one item that didn't seem to work (red aero light on). 94 VR4. The active aero. I start pokin' around, and see the fuse has been removed. Okay - then I wonder why. Get under the front and see the active aero piece itself looks pretty chewed up in one area. Ok - so I find a new one a kid never installed and buy it for 60 bucks. Things are going good so far. Go to my local Autozone and by the 30 amp fuse. Put said fuse in and turn the key to accessory and voila - the red aero light on the instruments goes out with the AA button in the off position. I'm thinking wow - this may not be too bad.

Turn the AA button on, and I here a healthy noise up front, and a thump in the rear. Get out and the front attachment (the arm that connects to the control bar) for AA is all the way back (towards the engine) and the rear wing is full down (front of wing is pointing down towards the hatch). I think ok - it appears the system works. Go and turn the AA to off - and nothing happens, everything is stuck in that position - AND the damn red aero light comes on again. Shit, here we go again except things are stuck now in the present position, which is not a neutral position. Removed the fuse, nothing - everything is locked in position. Put the fuse back in and the aero light is still illuminated, and everything is still locked. Not positive - but I think everything is locked as if it was in going fast mode.

AAANNNNNYYYYY suggestions with this scenario??? I have not put the new AA piece back on - maybe I should have put it back on before I checked the system??? I don't know.

I should have just put the new piece on and called it good, but I hate having a red light on. Any thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated. And I know about the "simulator" thing at 3sx. I figure if your going to go to that trouble, why not just fix the thing properly.

Thanks guys/gals

Hi Guys,
I looked around on the board and could not find this topic. Does anyone know where to get replacement shift knobs? Also, does anyone know how to correctly remove and replace the shift knob? Does it simply screw on and off?

I'm going to replace my plugs and wires soon. I have an after market air filter on there, in the process of de-catting it, and have a throttle body spacer. I was wondering what wires and plugs to get.

It's a 1993 Non-Turbo 3000gt. I want to get it a little faster, but I understand that it wouldn't get near the Twin Turbo models.

Plugs and Wires

Is an10.2 MM wire too much for my car? Should I stick with an 8.5MM? All I've seen on 3SX are the 8.5s. But then I noticed a 10.2 on E-Bay.

I'll be honest, I don't fully understand the wire size in correspondence to more horsepower. I think it has something to do with a better burn, but not too sure.

Thanks for your time,
Eric Martindale.

hi guys, how hard it is to replace the rear power steering lines on top of the rear end on the 4WS ? being a 92, i know a few VR4 and R/T has the same problem, the lines just rustted out and leaks, looks like i will have to lower the rear end down by take the 3 bolts of the big bracket that holds the rear end up, that will give me more room to get to the lines right ?

ok so i saw this 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 Gt VR4 and they r selling it. The car itself look really good and the miles in it r even better. The car has about 35k miles on it but they are selling it for 25k. I think thats a lil too expensive what do u ppl think? is it good or around what price would b good to pay for a car like that?

I have a 95 3000GT but i'm having a problem of keeping idling with the car. the car will just shut off if I dont keep my foot on the gas pedal.. i'm trying to figure out what's the problem with keep my car from idling.. please give me some advices

I can not figure out how to remove the seat belt hanger that is attached to the seat. I am referring to the plastic piece that sits right next to the head rest. Can anyone shed some light on this?
Thanks in advance!

OK, so I live in Arkansas and my guess is that the 3gt has poofed like a dinosaur in my state. I'm looking for an interior piece that comes off the driver side door at the very bottom. It's like a bolt on piece of carpet trim. I'm missing mine and i feel naked so if someone could help me locate this carpet trim, It would be so awesome. Thanks, B.
I also checked every salvage yard in a 50 mile radius. So this is like hunting for some lost treasure or something.

Ok so i have a base 98 3000 Gt and well before it use to waste gas normally so after a while i noticed i had to put more and more gas more frequently until it got to the point where now its like 15 for like a day and a half thats ridiculous seriously all it has is a intake system and thats it what should i do because this is becoming a problem.
(p.s it has a strong fuel smell coming out of the exhaust even when in neutral)

Would like your input on my planned first two phases of upgrades. I have a bone stock almost showroom condition 94 VR4. My stated goal is to initially work my way up to the 375-400HP range through tasteful upgrades. My goal is not to have something that can jump out of its socks from a dig, but something that will be an amazing touring car and a car that will enjoy zestful rides on mountain roads. I also love chrome and SS, so anywhere they can be utilized - it will be. All upgrades will be installed by my local performance/race shop.

Phase 1: Opening the exhaust system

- 3SX SS TT Downpipe + RT 3" Ultra Cat and Test Pipe
- DN Pre Cat Eliminators/Kit
- Custom 2-1/4" Intake Runners to the Turbos
- Hallman Boost Controller


Phase 2: Operning up the intercooler system

- Dejon Side Mount Intercooler + Pipes Kit
- Greddy RS recirc BOV


Also, I have no problems looking at other manufacturers for these items. I am interested in quality parts from quality manufacturers. You may pay a little more, but a known entity with a solid performance history adds value to our vehicles. At some point because of the initial quality of this vehicle - I would like to get involved with entering it in car shows.

Anyway - your thoughts and input is greatly appreciated.

When i got the car a week ago the problem wasn't there but one night i park and in the morn when i go to drive it i noticed its really hard to put it into gear. I push the clutch all the way in but going into 5th and 6th especially is very hard. Reverse is even harder u really have to push it in hard and to get out of reverse you have to really pull that thing out. It almost seems like theres something binding within the linkage im not sure though. The clutch fluid was really dirty so i bleed the fluid with fresh new fluid but still the problem was there.. I dont feel slipping or anything just all in the shifter its really rough. mainly going to the right direction. no signs of leaking from the master.

that was a week ago. Recently its a little smoother going into gear but reverse still really rough and getting out of all gears it feels like theres binding going back to neutral like its rubbin up on something... sometimes when i go to 2nd and 3rd its not smooth feels like its grindin or something is rubbin. then when i put it in gear ill hear a grind for a slipt second because the gear wont go in smooth.

I took it to a tech and he noticed my clutch pedal was really hard to push down and he thought maybe the clutch pressure plate was bad. but as for the shifting he think theres something up in the linkage..any ideas?

year: 98
make: mitsu
model: 3000gt vr4
mileage:78K
trans type:6spd
recent maintenance: vaccum hose replaced by prev owner. and i bleed the clutch fluid
recent modifications: k&n intake + hks sqv bov

Hi everyone, just a quick question.. I have a 1991 Mitsubishi GTO 5speed twin turbo and I need a new transfer case for it.. and I have been asked for a part number??is there such thing and if so does anyone no where i could get that number from.. or is it on the transfer case somewhere? thanx

I want to get an intake for my car but I have seen pics of peoples cars that have the factory hosing and a high-flow filter. I'm guessing i need an adapter and a filter but i'm not looking to spend $200. Auto zone has filters and adapter's but i'm sure they wont work. Can someone help me do this with just a new filter? HELP ME HELP ME

hi guys, any body know what is the function of this controller ? locate on the left front of the interior fuse box if you are in the driver seat, close by the door, part number is MB627893 ? mine's fried.

I'm new here and I was wanting to see if any of you had some advice for me. I have a 95 3000GT DOHC Automatic. I want to do anything I can to my car but I'm on a budget and shes an auto. Other than some rims and a little audio work, shes stock. I recently removed the cat and replaced with 2.25 pipe. I'm also looking into a ground wire kit. I'm also looking into a new ignition coil but do I just need one ignition coil? I'm open to any suggestions. Remember I'm not dropping much money in at one time so the most bang for my buck is ideal. Thanks.

I'm looking to do a couple of minor mods to my 94 VR4 - it's 100% stock right now. I've read a couple of different things regarding the BOV. Some said the pre 1995's had a 1g BOV that was more than sufficient for a mostly stock set-up and the 1995 and up had a 2g, and doing any mods that increased HP would require a new BOV.

I want to keep my car primarily stock. I'm putting on an air intake, and giving some thought to a higher performing plenum and Y pipe, both for a little increase in performance - plus the "look" of chrome.

The plenum change would be to one that would allow access to the back plugs. Have any of you done this? Is it worth it? Source for the proper plenum to accomplish this?

With those in mind, do I need to be concerned about changing the stock BOV?



Thanks for your help.

All right guys I have decided that I am going to be joining the FWD TT Crowd. Ill be turning my 3000 GT SL into a 3000GT SLuTT The "u" is for Uber cool

I was asked when I made my decision, and well it all happened last week. I stumbled upon some manifolds for cheap (36 shipped) and decided if I won them I was converting. So I forgot all about them and lost to an S2000 got home read my email and it was final. I am giving my self about 11 months to get all the part I will need. See next post for the ongoing list.

So come November of 2008 I will be tearing into my motor and should have it up and running by spring.

Also, if you guys have any ideas or question let me know. I'll take all suggestions and I'll try my best to answer all questions.

Been looking litterally since I bought my SL for a clean VR4. Well, I met with success on lucky #7. Purchased yesterday one owner, 80,000 mile 1994 Pearl White w/black leather interior 6 speed. Gentleman was 60, so needless to say it was bone stock, which to me is a good thing. 9/10 exterior 9/10 interior 9/10 mechanically and maintenance records. Only one person has driven it, and only one dealership has ever worked on it. I found it a 1,000 miles from home and spent yesterday and today bringing my new baby home. What an amazing ride she is. After driving others, I had no idea how smooth the Getrag 6 speed could be - absolutely amazing.

Will post pictures in the next day or so - I'm too tired to do it now. And don't ask what I paid for it - you'd never believe me.

Well, I just sold my 94' SL in order to buy a VR4. Fixed a bunch of little things and learned alot for the whole month I had it and in the end broke even.

Knowing what I know about VR4's and their complexity of parts and systems, and still being a bit of a novice - I'm a bit intimidated/challenged on what to look for. I want to find a pretty stock variety, and have looked at 2 in my area that were absolute POS's. I'm hoping to find a clean 2nd gen, but those seem to be towards the max of my price range, and I can't afford to get bit in the ass immediately after a purchase for something major.

When I find one that seems okay, what are some of your suggestions on items to be keenly aware of - or wary about - when inspecting a VR4 for possible purchase???




I looked back a couple of pages as I'm sure this has been asked and couldn't find anything. I appreciate your experienced input on this.

i am in need of replacing my ecu due to driveability problems causing car to buck and run terrible, i have a single turbo sts style, headers, 360 injectors with resistors, a t3 turbo, external wastgate at 12 lbs, not intercooled an fmu for rising fuel pressure a walbro 255 and an safc for air fuel adjustment. the turbo setup works very well the problem i have is in the ecu.
my question is can i run an vr4 ecu with this setup, and if so do i need to change anything elese?

I Have a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000Gt and i want to fix it up give it more hp and stuff like that can someone tell where to start off?