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09-16-2024, 11:41 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Video/pics: New Mirage MIVEC continuously variable valve control mechanism in Engines & Transmissions

Rats - it’s now a dead link. Too bad I didn’t save more info from that page.

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09-16-2024, 11:33 PM

Eggman replied to a thread MIVEC kick in in Engines & Transmissions

Oops! Reading is hard (from post #4 in this thread): Video/pics: New Mirage MIVEC continuously variable valve control mechanism It’s one of...

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09-16-2024, 04:52 PM

Eggman replied to a thread MIVEC kick in in Engines & Transmissions

If I remember correctly the MIVEC actuator uses a simple electrohydraulic solenoid to control oil pressure to the MIVEC cam. I don’t think that...

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09-15-2024, 01:00 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Front Wheel bearing in Wheels, Tires, Brakes & Suspension

You'll have to let us know!

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09-13-2024, 11:08 PM

Eggman replied to a thread What did you do to your Mirage today? in General Discussion

Ask your dealer to pay you for the advertising.

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09-13-2024, 01:24 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Its official, Mirage is dead in the US per Car & Driver in Mirage / Space Star News

Do either of you have any evidence that you rode a superbike at 176 mph? Any time slips? Anything?? I mean, that’s a pretty big claim.

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09-11-2024, 10:19 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

Those are great numbers. So what did you inflate your tires to? I would run 45 - 50 psi on the Enasaves. More pictures in its native habitat...

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09-11-2024, 10:16 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Its official, Mirage is dead in the US per Car & Driver in Mirage / Space Star News

I'msorryIgottacallBSonthis Unless there's video.

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09-10-2024, 04:17 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

Question about this: did your insurance agent specifically say that the increase in insurance premium cost was due to the specific make and model...

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09-10-2024, 12:07 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

If you're not interested in using multiple websites for recording what you do to your Mirage, you can use your forum Garage entry too. Just make a...

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09-09-2024, 12:10 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

I’m not sure I’m following this correctly. Is there something to avoid with Viscosity Index Improvers?

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09-09-2024, 12:06 PM

Eggman replied to a thread What did you do to your Mirage today? in General Discussion

Consider using the forum Fuel Economy Log to track (and brag about) your numbers. Be sure to check out the results of others.

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09-08-2024, 11:09 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

Not many. That's why I suggest Grumpy's experience in lubricants might have changed opinions here. I was a proponent of 0W-20.

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09-08-2024, 10:34 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

Shoulda had this insight ten years ago. Imagine how many Mirage engines (and owners) might have been saved from wear, scuffing, noise, etc...

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09-08-2024, 03:27 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Raven :: 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ES (Garage entry) in Mirage Garage Discussion

This is a good point about the 'strength' of a Mirage - its economy. I changed my driving habits to maximize this economy, and it responded like no...

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09-07-2024, 08:54 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Our "heat" wave in The Lounge

Okay, but what's the make & model?

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09-07-2024, 06:04 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Our "heat" wave in The Lounge

It's a cheap, down & dirty form of geothermal. Gotta keep the critters & waters out of the pipes though.

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09-07-2024, 05:17 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Our "heat" wave in The Lounge

Is that fan supposed to ventilate the whole house? Those fans are great so long as it's not too humid although the thermostat should be mounted in...

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09-07-2024, 04:10 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Mirages/Space Stars spotted in the wild (pics! Not your own car) in General Discussion

Does it make you miss the good old days yet?

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09-07-2024, 10:08 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Our "heat" wave in The Lounge

What's the make & model?

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09-06-2024, 01:46 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Cheap used Mirages you've seen for sale? in For Sale / Wanted / Web Finds

Good thing you didn’t bite the hook.

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09-04-2024, 09:12 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Start and stop doesn't work on brand new Space Star in Technical Discussion

Hello Anthik and welcome to the forum. Sorry to hear you had to deal with this but I think this might be the first time we've heard of this on...

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09-04-2024, 09:08 AM

Eggman replied to a thread Identification of sensor to nowhere under rear driver side seat? in Technical Discussion

Good post! I didn't know there were so many antennas for the F.A.S.T. system. Thanks for looking this up for us.

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09-03-2024, 06:11 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Transmission Upgrade/Swap in Engines & Transmissions

Here’s your blueprints: Forkenswift: an inexpensive, DIY, medium-speed electric car Thanks Darin for all your work on this forum and related...

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09-03-2024, 05:36 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Identification of sensor to nowhere under rear driver side seat? in Technical Discussion

I’m pretty sure it’s not a receiver. As far as I know the F.A.S.T. key receiver antenna is located on the hatch. Could be wrong but it’s identified...

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09-03-2024, 05:34 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Fummins New Career? in The Lounge

Not for another $5/hr. Double that, and only when they beg.

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09-03-2024, 05:27 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Not yet owner in Introductions

Proceed with caution - these little cars are very addictive. Before you know it you will be obsessing over little details such as choice of...

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09-03-2024, 08:59 AM

Eggman replied to a thread How much did you pay for your Mirage? in General Discussion

You'll have to tell us more about your second 2015. What trim level? I'm going to guess you meant 125K on the odometer. :)

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09-01-2024, 11:12 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Transmission Upgrade/Swap in Engines & Transmissions

Hello Mirage-y-do Karate and welcome to the forum. DirtGear has probably done the most with his setup.

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09-01-2024, 02:04 PM

Eggman replied to a thread Problem shifting into 2nd gear on my 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage in Engines & Transmissions

Have you adjusted your clutch cable? HOW TO: Adjust clutch engagement point - Mitsubishi Mirage / Space Star This might also indicate a damaged...

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