View Profile: defensivetackle88 - Mitsubishi Mirage Forum (also G4 sedan, Space Star, Attrage, Dodge Attitude)

Yesterday, 10:15 PM

Mark replied to a thread Wife's G4 just had the battery light come on again after 2 years. in Technical Discussion

I agree the 175/55r15 tire size is about as rare as the 165/65r14 tires. Just for reference sake (anyone reading this) - 175/65r14 (23"...

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Yesterday, 07:21 PM

Mark replied to a thread Wife's G4 just had the battery light come on again after 2 years. in Technical Discussion

"Happy wife happy life!" :) I'll throw a few things out there, too! You may have explored this already - If the dealership is desperate...

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06-23-2022, 12:30 PM

Mark replied to a thread RIP Sway Bar in General Discussion

The UR is a solid smaller diameter bar, but I have seen those busted on a Mirage, too. The bar will bust off the end plates. May be able to have it...

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06-23-2022, 12:27 PM

Mark replied to a thread Discuss! cylinder deactivation & GM's "skip shift" system in Fuel Economy / Gas Mileage

Honda used cylinder deactivation on the 2005-07 Accord. The fact that Honda dropped that technology says something in itself. Honda is the largest...

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06-23-2022, 03:42 AM

Mark replied to a thread RIP Sway Bar in General Discussion

Paint, rust, & weld are not the issue. The pipe itself can't handle the force of the twisting. The weld didn't break on my first sway bar. The...

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06-23-2022, 02:51 AM

Mark replied to a thread Discuss! cylinder deactivation & GM's "skip shift" system in Fuel Economy / Gas Mileage

I think Mitsubishi as we know it is almost dead! The revolving door of Mitsubishi presidents is a huge red flag for the company. I watched...

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06-23-2022, 02:41 AM

defensivetackle88 replied to a thread FS: Android Auto/Apple CarPlay OEM audio system with mic and Leather steering wheel in For Sale / Wanted / Web Finds

How much are you asking for the black leather stitch steering wheel?

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06-23-2022, 02:30 AM

defensivetackle88 replied to a thread Looking for original steelies$$$ in For Sale / Wanted / Web Finds

Too bad you're not near me. My set of steelies with OEM tyrea have 2k miles on them and I'm already looking to get an upgrade.

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06-23-2022, 02:21 AM

Mark replied to a thread RIP Sway Bar in General Discussion

My first edition broke in the exact same spot. I don't want to say much about the last edition on my Mirage, because it might jinx it! Those...

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06-22-2022, 02:18 PM

Mark replied to a thread "2020 Spark is terrible but at least its better than a Mirage" - CR /Motor Biscuit in Mirage / Space Star News

Even when I stated "where are the 2022 Mirages" yesterday, I didn't realize it was as bad as it is. If I do a 250 miles radius search for a new...

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06-22-2022, 01:39 AM

Mark replied to a thread "2020 Spark is terrible but at least its better than a Mirage" - CR /Motor Biscuit in Mirage / Space Star News

It will be interesting to see what Mitsubishi will do in the next few years. Will they produce any new models, or will they just become an extra...

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06-21-2022, 09:12 PM

Mark replied to a thread Wife's G4 just had the battery light come on again after 2 years. in Technical Discussion

The dealer not disclosing that the engine had been replaced prior to you purchasing the car is where the disappointment begins, and some of these...

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06-21-2022, 04:45 PM

Mark replied to a thread Wife's G4 just had the battery light come on again after 2 years. in Technical Discussion

Dirk - I am really sorry to hear that you are still having A/C issues with the G4. I don't blame you for being frustrated about it. I hate having...

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06-21-2022, 04:24 PM

Mark replied to a thread "2020 Spark is terrible but at least its better than a Mirage" - CR /Motor Biscuit in Mirage / Space Star News

Mirage's only true class competitor's lifespan in the States is coming to an end soon. Time is running out! "Chevrolet has made the decision to...

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06-21-2022, 01:32 AM

Mark replied to a thread Hello :) in Introductions

Mohammad - you should share a list of your Mirage youtube.com clips. You may get another subscriber, too! :) I think it's good to promote what...

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06-21-2022, 01:27 AM

Mark replied to a thread "2020 Spark is terrible but at least its better than a Mirage" - CR /Motor Biscuit in Mirage / Space Star News

You should be on a Spark forum. They would appreciate you slamming the Mirage more! :)

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06-20-2022, 10:39 PM

Mark replied to a thread Does anyone wish they had bought Chevy Spark instead? in General Discussion

My parents (age 79 & 81) had COVID last week. My dad was sick for a few days first, and only my mom got tested when she got sick a few days later. ...

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06-20-2022, 05:35 PM

Mark replied to a thread What is your greatest annoyance about the Mirage? in General Discussion

If one is shopping for 165/65r14 tires, the Kumho Solus TA31 is sort of today's benchmark in my mind (because of its 60,000 mile warranty). It's...

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06-20-2022, 05:00 PM

Mark replied to a thread Does anyone wish they had bought Chevy Spark instead? in General Discussion

The older 2.2 L Subaru engine was super reliable. I've heard some mechanics claim one of the best engines ever made. Sadly, that didn't carry over...

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06-19-2022, 10:59 PM

Mark replied to a thread Average MPG in General Discussion

I did an approximately 7 hour round trip yesterday. I used the A/C going there, because of my cargo. I was delivering an older puppy that cost more...

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06-19-2022, 08:09 PM

Mark replied to a thread Cheap Dunlop Enasaves you've seen for sale? in For Sale / Wanted / Web Finds

That's a huge steal! You couldn't buy a single Dunlop Enasave for that price let alone a set of 4 with really nice alloy rims. Are you...

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06-19-2022, 05:06 PM

Mark replied to a thread Does anyone wish they had bought Chevy Spark instead? in General Discussion

I know someone who had an engine replaced in his Optima, and the service manager admitted he was getting the same faulty engine (because they have so...

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06-19-2022, 04:11 PM

Mark replied to a thread What is your greatest annoyance about the Mirage? in General Discussion

I agree that low profile tires on a truck look absolutely stupid! For anyone reading this thread - A 175/65r14 tire (23" diameter) on a 14"...

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06-19-2022, 03:47 AM

Mark replied to a thread Does anyone wish they had bought Chevy Spark instead? in General Discussion

"Kia redesigned the Optima for the 2011 model year. And, as is often the case, the redesign had its teething issues. CarComplaints ranks the 2011 Kia...

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06-19-2022, 03:12 AM

Mark replied to a thread What is your greatest annoyance about the Mirage? in General Discussion

A 2017-22 Mirage & G4 may have 14" or 15" wheels depending on the trim level, but trim levels have also changed during that. For example a...

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06-17-2022, 08:17 PM

Mark replied to a thread Average MPG in General Discussion

My 2017 ES came with the OEM armrest added at the factory. It's very small. I am about 6' 1", & I cannot rest my elbow on it while my hand is on...

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06-17-2022, 07:45 PM

defensivetackle88 replied to a thread Average MPG in General Discussion

I took my family of 4 for a 130 miles trip one way via 100% hwy at 65 mph w/ cruise control on ( only 1 stop half way for quick restroom break) and...

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06-17-2022, 04:34 PM

Mark replied to a thread Does anyone wish they had bought Chevy Spark instead? in General Discussion

Anyone who buys a GM product these days is a much braver man than me! If I didn't fit in a Mirage, I would be looking @ Toyota, Honda, or Mazda...

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06-17-2022, 04:29 PM

Mark replied to a thread Vancouver gas prices...highest ever in North America?!? in The Lounge

Ford = Mustang Chevrolet = Malibu & Spark (last year) Buick = ? Dodge = Charger & Challenger Chrysler = 300 That's not an impressive car line...

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