Once again I didnt get a Mirage

[Cobrajet]

Wait. $300 for an engine? But I'm assuming there were labor costs involved?

Yep. Engines for these cars are not hard to find for $300-$400. Of course, shipping costs are a bummer...but hey, it's an engine.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Mitsubi...BZHmA~&vxp=mtr

[Eggman]

Wait. $300 for an engine? But I'm assuming there were labor costs involved?

He did the swap himself due to a failed head gasket.

Engine swap this weekend.

I was wrong - he paid $700 for the entire drivetrain (engine & transmission.)

[IwantaMirage]

Here is an installation checklist for anyone with a failed engine that is buying a used engine:
- Determine why the original engine failure occurred and make appropriate repairs.
- Insure this engine is the same application as the one being replaced.
- Clear all computer diagnostic codes from the vehicle prior to installing.
- Exchange the oil pan and pick up tube.
- Inspect and replace gaskets & seals (front seal, rear main seal, valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets).
- On crankshaft bolts that are drilled through sealant must be applied to avoid leaks.
- Install new thermostat & gasket (warranty will be void if engine heat tab is melted or removed)
- Replace the timing belt.
- Remove all 'cap-plugs' orifice covers.
- Replace water pump.
- Install replacement sparkplugs & wires.
- Exchange the flywheel and bolts.
- Exchange attached accessory items to insure proper fit (mounts, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, distributor, sensors).
- Disable fuel/ignition before attempting to start engine. This will allow the oil to prime as indicated by the manufacturer.
- Replace engine oil, oil filter, air filter, fuel filters, coolant-antifreeze.
- Drain excess oil and coolant from exhaust system.
- If equipped with an engine oil cooler the radiator or external cooler must be replaced.
- Insure the cooling system is flushed and functioning properly.

[Madison320]

$300 for en engine. $1,250 for shocks???

[Eggman]

$300 for en engine. $1,250 for shocks???

Sure - used v. new. No surprise to me. It's why I asked if you checked wrecks for availability.

[Madison320]

Sure - used v. new. No surprise to me. It's why I asked if you checked wrecks for availability.

It doesn't seem worth the cost of installation to get used shocks. I saw some on ebay but they were expensive.

It's not that bad, I can buy the shocks online for $500 and have someone install them, I'm guessing for $200-300. So $700-800 total. I'm going to wait as long as I can before I do it, maybe I'll get lucky and someone will come out with some good aftermarket ones.

[Daox]

FYI, today I sent a message to Monroe, KYB, Gabriel, Sachs, and OSC to see if they have any plans to make struts/shocks for the Mirage. They have all made suspension parts for other/older Mitsubishi's. If you guys can think of any other manufacturers who make such parts, I'd be happy to contact them.

[Marklovski]

FYI, today I sent a message to Monroe, KYB, Gabriel, Sachs, and OSC to see if they have any plans to make struts/shocks for the Mirage. They have all made suspension parts for other/older Mitsubishi's. If you guys can think of any other manufacturers who make such parts, I'd be happy to contact them.

How about Megan?

[IwantaMirage]

FYI, today I sent a message to Monroe, KYB, Gabriel, Sachs, and OSC to see if they have any plans to make struts/shocks for the Mirage. They have all made suspension parts for other/older Mitsubishi's. If you guys can think of any other manufacturers who make such parts, I'd be happy to contact them.

Bilstein and Superlift.

[Eggman]

Why Superlift? Don't they specialize in off-road suspensions?