Mitsubishi Eclipse Performance Parts
The Mitsubishi Eclipse was launched in 1989 in the North American automotive market. It was one of three cars, along with the Eagle Talon and the Plymouth Laser, produced by Mitsubishi Motors. The Eclipse was manufactured by Diamond Star Motors (DSM) in Illinois. It was front-wheel drive and was a 3-door hatchback with a 1.8-liter inline four-cylinder engine. The main characteristic of the Eclipse was its sporty and aggressive appearance. The Eclipse has undergone numerous performance changes and body changes for more than two decades and is now widely available in North America, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, China, and South Korea.
The 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse came in three variants, RS, GS, and GT. The RS and GS come with a new standard 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, rated at 154 hp. The GT sported a 3.0-liter V6 engine, with an output of 205 hp. In 2001, the Eclipse underwent a facelift and emerged as the Spyder convertible, available in GS and GT variants, with the same engines as the hardtop coupe. The 2001 RS and GS sported a 154 bhp 2.4 I4 with 5500 rpm and 163 pound-feet with 4000 rpm performance. The GT variant sported a 205 bhp 3.0 V6 with 5500 rpm and 205 lb.-ft. with 4500 rpm performance.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Performance Parts: Modifications
With the right modifications, you can expect to generate between 300 and 600 hp from a Mitsubishi Eclipse. Racers live to get the maximum power out of the car and often use extreme engineering to achieve more than 800 hp. Turbochargers are frequently used to increase the vehicle’s initial stake by making strategic modifications to:
* Exhaust systems
* Intakes
* Clutch
* Fuel system
* Wheels
* Suspension
Mitsubishi Eclipse Performance Parts: Troubleshooting Exhaust Systems
The Eclipse is a four-seater sports coupe, and because of its appeal, manufacturers have always included an exhaust system that is easy to remove and fix. Here is what you can do to troubleshoot basic problems:
* Look for fuel or air leaks in the pipe that connects to the turbocharger
* Check the color of the exhaust fumes. If the color is white, there is refrigerant in the cylinder. If the color is blue, there is oil in the cylinder.
* Examine the exhaust pipe for rust or corrosion.
* Check the Eclipse spark plugs, cylinder head and ignition cables for heat damage.
* Check for oil leaks on the heat shield around the motor.