Mitsubishi Eclipse - Revision history

Pmf73 at 21:34, 8 January 2010

2010-01-08T21:34:31Z

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	*[http://www.club4geclipse.com/ Club 4G Eclipse]		*[http://www.club4geclipse.com/ Club 4G Eclipse]
	*[http://www.2gnt.com/nuke/index.php 2G non-[[Turbo Engine\|turbo]] site]		*[http://www.2gnt.com/nuke/index.php 2G non-[[Turbo Engine\|turbo]] site]
			*[http://www.Sovadsm.com/ Southern Virginia Club DSM]
	*[http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/04/pics-aplenty-2009-mitsubishi-eclipse-gt-andeclipse-spyder/ Pics Aplenty: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and Eclipse Spyder]		*[http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/04/pics-aplenty-2009-mitsubishi-eclipse-gt-andeclipse-spyder/ Pics Aplenty: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and Eclipse Spyder]
	*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories		*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories

Max: /* External links */

2009-09-10T16:18:19Z

External links

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	*[http://specs.amayama.com/mitsubishi/eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse Specs]		*[http://specs.amayama.com/mitsubishi/eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse Specs]
	*[http://www.dsm.org/ Club DSM]		*[http://www.dsm.org/ Club DSM]
	*[http://www.team-2g.com/ Team 2G]		*[http://www.team-2g.com/ Team 2G Mitsubishi]
	*[http://www.2GNT.com/ 2GNT non-turbo 2G Eclipse and Talon]		*[http://www.2GNT.com/ 2GNT non-turbo 2G Eclipse and Talon]
	*[http://www.club3g.com/ Club 3G]		*[http://www.club3g.com/ Club 3G]
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	*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories		*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
	*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]		*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]
	*[http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/112_9609_1995_mitsubishi_eclipse_gst~~/index.html~~/ 2G Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]		*[http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/112_9609_1995_mitsubishi_eclipse_gst/ 2G Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]
	*[http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ DSM Tuners forums]		*[http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ DSM Tuners forums]

Max: /* External links */

2009-09-10T16:14:07Z

External links

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	==External links==		==External links==

	*[http://www.mitsubishimotors.com/ Mitsubishi Motors US web site]		*[http://www.mitsubishimotors.com/ Mitsubishi Motors North America web site]
	*[http://www.cardomain.com/MakeModel/Mitsubishi/Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse car pics] (CarDomain)		*[http://www.cardomain.com/MakeModel/Mitsubishi/Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse car pics] (CarDomain)
	*[http://specs.amayama.com/mitsubishi/eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse Specs]		*[http://specs.amayama.com/mitsubishi/eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse Specs]
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	*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories		*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
	*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]		*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]
	*[http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/112_9609_1995_mitsubishi_eclipse_gst/~~specifications~~.html/ 2G Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]		*[http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/112_9609_1995_mitsubishi_eclipse_gst/index.html/ 2G Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]
	*[http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ DSM Tuners forums]		*[http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ DSM Tuners forums]

Max: /* External links */

2009-09-10T00:33:48Z

External links

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	*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories		*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
	*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]		*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]
			*[http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/112_9609_1995_mitsubishi_eclipse_gst/specifications.html/ 2G Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]
			*[http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/ DSM Tuners forums]

	This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsubishi_Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mitsubishi_Eclipse&action=history contributors].		This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitsubishi_Eclipse Mitsubishi Eclipse], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mitsubishi_Eclipse&action=history contributors].

Max: Added content to "Reliability" section

2009-09-10T00:21:07Z

Added content to "Reliability" section

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	===Reliability===		===Reliability===
			Although generally considered as reliable cars, Mitsubishi Eclipses (most notably the early 1G and 2G models) have their share of mechanical problems. Both early 4G63-powered models share a weakness of the engine, though the second generation 2G models seem the greater affected of the two. The issue in question with the otherwise sound four-cylinder 4G63 engine is a phenomenon that manifests itself as “Crank walk.”

			“Crank walk” is a term coined for a “walking” crankshaft – that is, a crankshaft that moves too much inside the engine. This is also known as excessive thrust bearing play. The movement is usually due to the crankshaft not fitting inside its bearings correctly. While not bad for the crankshaft, the movement can place excessive or uneven loads on the bearings, causing premature failures. Crank walk is believed to happen more easily to modified engines.

			Many 2G owners have suffered from walking crankshafts. It appears that Mitsubishi built many 2G engines using defective crankshafts, which were machined out of specification and are thus capable of moving around too much inside the block. All 2G model years appear to be affected to some degree.

			1G owners do not generally need to worry, as there are no chronic problems with crank walk in pre-1995 cars. However, it is possible for any engine to experience crank walk if there is a problem with the crankshaft bearings. It has been reported that 4G63 engines manufactured from late-1992 through 1994 on 1Gs are more prone to crank walk than engines manufactured from 1989 to early 1992. However, there can be no guarantees, since big block V8s and all other engines can also suffer from crank walk.

			To fix the problem, Mitsubishi designed several versions of matching crankshaft bearings. This allows the defective motor to retain the crankshaft, yet matches the bearings correctly so as to eliminate the excessive crankshaft movement. Matching the bearings in this manner is tricky and requires exact information about when the crankshaft was manufactured, which may be determined by color markings on the crankshaft itself. The 2G factory manual includes information on how to match crankshafts to bearings. [http://members.shaw.ca/costall/1000Q/answers-terms.htm#whatiscrankwalk]

	===Safety===		===Safety===

Max at 23:55, 9 September 2009

2009-09-09T23:55:41Z

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	[[Image:2009 Mitsu Eclipse 1.jpg\|right\|thumb\|450px\|'''2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse''']]		[[Image:2009 Mitsu Eclipse 1.jpg\|right\|thumb\|450px\|'''2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse''']]
	The '''Mitsubishi Eclipse''' is a two-door, four-seat [[sports car]] that has been in production since 1990. The Eclipse is produced solely for the United States and Canadian markets, where it has also been built as the [[Eagle Talon]] and the [[Plymouth Laser]] through the [[Mitsubishi Motors Corporation]]'s close relationship with the [[Chrysler\|Chrysler Corporation]] (now [[DaimlerChrysler]]) Their partnership was known as Diamond Star Motors, or DSM. Eclipses ~~are~~ popular among racers, and other automotive enthusiasts in part because of the car's low price, high horsepower potential and wealth of aftermarket parts.		The '''Mitsubishi Eclipse''' is a two-door, four-seat [[sports car]] that has been in production since 1990. The Eclipse is produced solely for the United States and Canadian markets, where it has also been built as the [[Eagle Talon]] and the [[Plymouth Laser]] through the [[Mitsubishi Motors Corporation]]'s close relationship with the [[Chrysler\|Chrysler Corporation]] (now [[DaimlerChrysler]]) Their partnership was known as Diamond Star Motors, or DSM. The first and second generation DSM Eclipses remain popular among racers and other automotive enthusiasts in part because of the car's low price, high horsepower potential and wealth of aftermarket parts.

	See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]]'''.		See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]]'''.

Max at 23:53, 9 September 2009

2009-09-09T23:53:26Z

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	[[Image:2009 Mitsu Eclipse 1.jpg\|right\|thumb\|450px\|'''2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse''']]		[[Image:2009 Mitsu Eclipse 1.jpg\|right\|thumb\|450px\|'''2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse''']]
	The '''Mitsubishi Eclipse''' is a two-door, four-seat [[sports car]] that has been in production since 1990. The Eclipse is produced solely for the United States and Canadian markets, where it has also been built as the [[Eagle Talon]] and the [[Plymouth Laser]] through the [[Mitsubishi Motors Corporation]]'s close relationship with the [[Chrysler\|Chrysler Corporation]] (now [[DaimlerChrysler]]) Their partnership was known as Diamond Star Motors, or DSM. Eclipses are popular among racers, and other automotive enthusiasts in part because of the car's low price and wealth of aftermarket parts.		The '''Mitsubishi Eclipse''' is a two-door, four-seat [[sports car]] that has been in production since 1990. The Eclipse is produced solely for the United States and Canadian markets, where it has also been built as the [[Eagle Talon]] and the [[Plymouth Laser]] through the [[Mitsubishi Motors Corporation]]'s close relationship with the [[Chrysler\|Chrysler Corporation]] (now [[DaimlerChrysler]]) Their partnership was known as Diamond Star Motors, or DSM. Eclipses are popular among racers, and other automotive enthusiasts in part because of the car's low price, high horsepower potential and wealth of aftermarket parts.

	See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]]'''.		See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Mitsubishi Eclipse Review]]'''.

68.83.73.230: /* First Generation (1G: 1990-1994) */ The first gen FWD turbo car was labeled "GS Turbo"

2009-08-02T03:41:34Z

First Generation (1G: 1990-1994): The first gen FWD turbo car was labeled "GS Turbo"

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	* '''Eclipse GS''': Upgraded FWD model with slightly more equipment		* '''Eclipse GS''': Upgraded FWD model with slightly more equipment
	* '''Eclipse GS [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]]''': Upgraded FWD model equipped with a 136 [[HP\|hp]] naturally-aspirated 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63 non [[Turbo Engine\|turbo]] engine		* '''Eclipse GS [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]]''': Upgraded FWD model equipped with a 136 [[HP\|hp]] naturally-aspirated 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63 non [[Turbo Engine\|turbo]] engine
	* '''Eclipse GS-T''': Top FWD model equipped with a 180-195[[HP\|hp]]* [[turbocharger\|turbocharged]] 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63T engine		* '''Eclipse GS Turbo''': Top FWD model equipped with a 180-195[[HP\|hp]]* [[turbocharger\|turbocharged]] 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63T engine
	* '''Eclipse GSX''': [[All wheel drive\|AWD]] model equipped with a 180-195[[HP\|hp]]* [[Turbo Engine\|turbocharged]] 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63T engine		* '''Eclipse GSX''': [[All wheel drive\|AWD]] model equipped with a 180-195[[HP\|hp]]* [[Turbo Engine\|turbocharged]] 2.0 L 16-valve [[Overhead Camshafts\|DOHC]] 4G63T engine

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	=====Timeline=====		=====Timeline=====
	[[Image:800px-Talon_Eclipse_Laser_production.png\|800px\|<nowiki></nowiki>]]		[[Image:800px-Talon_Eclipse_Laser_production.png\|800px\|<nowiki></nowiki>]]


	==Origins==		==Origins==

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2009-04-02T13:46:29Z

External links

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	*[http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/04/pics-aplenty-2009-mitsubishi-eclipse-gt-andeclipse-spyder/ Pics Aplenty: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and Eclipse Spyder]		*[http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/04/pics-aplenty-2009-mitsubishi-eclipse-gt-andeclipse-spyder/ Pics Aplenty: 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and Eclipse Spyder]
	*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories		*[http://www.eclipse-parts.com/ Mitsubishi Eclipse Store] - Buy Performance Parts and Accessories
			*[http://www.eclipse16v.net/ Eclipse IG]

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Design quirks and oddities

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	==Design quirks and oddities==		==Design quirks and oddities==
	Mitsubishi Eclipses were featured prominently in the films ''Some'' (1995 Coupe), ''The Fast and the Furious'' (1999 Coupe), its sequel ''2 Fast 2 Furious'' (2003 Spyder), and ''The Last Ride'' (2005 Coupe). The Mitsubishi Eclipse was also featured in videogames, including, but not limited to: Need for Speed Most Wanted, Need for Speed Carbon, Need for Speed Underground 2, Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, Street Racing Syndicate, Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo 4.		Mitsubishi Eclipses were featured prominently in the films ''Some'' (1995 Coupe), ''The Fast and the Furious'' (1999 Coupe), its sequel ''2 Fast 2 Furious'' (2003 Spyder), and ''The Last Ride'' (2005 Coupe). The Mitsubishi Eclipse was also featured in videogames, including, but not limited to: Need for Speed Most Wanted, Need for Speed Carbon, Need for Speed Underground 2, Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, Street Racing Syndicate, Forza Motorsport, Tokyo Street Racer, and Gran Turismo 4.

	==Awards==		==Awards==