Team3S: 3000GT & Stealth   Friday, December 20 2002   Volume 02 : Number 030
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 17:08:30 -0500
From: "anthonymelillo" <anthonymelillo@sprintmail.com>
Subject: Team3S: How to brace factory 10cd changer
 
I have a 1997 VR-4 with the factory 10-Disc CD Changer in the rear, and I have all kinds of problems with  the unit skipping like crazy even over the smallest bumps.
 
I took a look at it today, and the unit doesn't seem to have any kind of locking device to keep the unit in  place when it is vertical.  So it bounces around a lot.
 
Is there any way that I can brace this unit, so it is more rigid when in the vertical position so that it  won't skip like crazy ?
 
Any help will be greatly appreciated.  Thanks
 
Anthony Melillo
1997 VR-4, Firestorm Red http://home.sprintmail.com/~anthonymelillo/3000gt.htm
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 14:24:58 -0800 (PST)
From: Roger L <yiotta@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: How to brace factory 10cd changer
 
Anthony,
There is actually a little external switch on the
changer that you can turn with a coin that needs to be
in the correct setting if the unit is in the vertical
position.
Good luck
Roger L
F15DOC
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 18:08:00 -0500
From: songsay@cs.com
Subject: Team3S: tranny
 
I just got my transfer case recall letter up here in the frozen north of Alaska. we will see what mitsu can  do for me. shoot. I just filled the tranny myself about a month ago. it was completely dry for two years. I  was shocked to see this. so I will explain to them what I found. do you guys think they will buy the story.
 
                           songsay
                                92vr4
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 15:24:16 -0800
From: Andrew Woll <awoll1@pacbell.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: tranny
 
Have you considered just draining the TC before you take it in?
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 13:05:43 +1300
From: "Steve Cooper" <scooper@paradise.net.nz>
Subject: Re: Team3S: How to brace factory 10cd changer
 
Usually when CD players start skipping it's because the lens is dirty or the laser needs replacing.
 
Steve
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 18:55:11 -0500
From: IndyStealth <IndyStealth@comcast.net>
Subject: Team3S: Re: [mi3si] Recall
 
- ----- Original Message -----
From: Mihai Raicu
To: mi3si@yahoogroups.com
 
Do you guys think I should take out the AVC-R Electronic boost controller and K&N Filter before going to the  dealer for the recall (if it's going to come in the mail soon)?  I wouldn't want them to find an excuse not  to replace the Transfer Case.
 
What do you guys think?
 
- -MIKE-
95 3000GT VR4
 
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Mike:
 
This is a safety recall, not a warranty claim.  They can't deny it for having any minor mods like that.  I  really doubt they can deny it at all...
 
Yes, Dodge is slower than Mitsubishi at issuing recall notices.  There is another layer of company to go  through.  First, Mitsu tells Dodge, who then must find the original owner.
 
If anyone has a Stealth and hasn't received a recall notice, you can find out if DaimlerChrysler has you  listed as the current owner, and if they have your correct mailing address, by calling 800-992-1997.  Have  your VIN handy when you call.
 
I used to be able to get into the database myself from work, but my access has been limited recently.  They  have clamped down on security.  Damn criminals and terrorists are ruining it for everybody.
 
Roger Roskam
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 19:56:55 -0500
From: Vinny <vinman3@comcast.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: 1st gen Headlight Recommendations
 
I have the Sylvania silverstar on my 93 VR4 and I like them.  They are WHITER than stock but not really all  that much brighter. I think to get full output out of them we need a higher gauge wire harness.
 
Vinny
 
- ----- Original Message -----
From: "John Sheehan" <johns@kyso.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2002 12:41 AM
 
> I am in need of new headlights for a 1st generation  VR-4 and am
> looking for recommendations on what to get. Some time ago some one had
> mentioned a Ice White XENON HID headlamp made by "Wagner". Any input
> or ideas would be greatly appreciated ! These last ones were Sylvania halogens,
> ok, but not great.       Thank you ! John
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 20:09:56 -0500
From: Bill Ma <BillMa@FLAGCOMM.com>
Subject: FW: Team3S: Re: [mi3si] Recall
 
Mike,
 
I just took my 92 VR4 to Colonial Mitsu in Danbury, CT and it looks like I'll  be getting a new transfer  case and I have a Super-AFC, DSBC, a-pillar gauges, etc in my car and they didn't say anything about it.
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 19:32:26 -0600 (CST)
From: Geoff Mohler <gemohler@www.speedtoys.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Re: [mi3si] Recall
 
Depends.
 
1) It would be a Federal Crime for them to deny a claim not directly caused by your stuff
 
2) It might just prevent an "issue" you would have to fight later.
 
On Thu, 19 Dec 2002, IndyStealth wrote:
 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Mihai Raicu
> Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2002 5:44 PM
>
> Do you guys think I should take out the AVC-R Electronic boost
> controller and K&N Filter before going to the dealer for the recall
> (if it's going to come in the mail soon)?  I wouldn't want them to
> find an excuse not to replace the Transfer Case.
>
> What do you guys think?
>
> -MIKE-
> 95 3000GT VR4
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 23:16:44 EST
From: GoblinyTwin@aol.com
Subject: Team3S: timing belt
 
Where can I get an after market timing belt for my 94 tt.  I want something stronger and better than the  stock one.  My stock one slipped and now I have to reset the timing.
 
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Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2002 23:17:35 EST
From: M3000GTSL84@aol.com
Subject: Team3S: Recall question
 
Hey guys-
 
When searching the web I came upon this site-
 
http://www.alldata.com/TSB/39/97392640.html
 
It tells you all the recalls and such for each individual car and year. I
bought my 97 SL used, so how do I know if these recalls were done. I certainly
would like to know about the "selective piston replacement." Can I just go to
the dealer and ask? what do they all mean?
 
- -mike
97 SL
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 01:03:32 -0600
From: "cody" <overclck@satx.rr.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: timing belt
 
I would dare to say if you don't have more than 50K miles on the timing belt that it may have been installed  incorrectly to start.  Generally, the auto-adjuster, or tensioner is installed improperly leading to t-belt  slippage early on...
 
The timing belt itself is very robust, and generally never breaks, but stretches over time (this happens  even with chain driven camshafts), and it's a thing you do every 60K miles... if it's quicker than 60K, see  my previous statement - it wasn't done properly the first time...
 
- -Cody
 
- -----Original Message-----
From: GoblinyTwin@aol.com
Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2002 10:17 PM
 
Where can I get an after market timing belt for my 94 tt.  I want something stronger and better than the  stock one.  My stock one slipped and now I have to reset the timing.
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 09:01:24 -0500
From: "Ryan Coffren" <rcoffren@hotmail.com>
Subject: Team3S: Possible Electrical Issues:
 
Hey, '93 VR-4, 120K miles
Recent owner of this car, Had an Eclipse GSX for 4 years, traded it for an SUV, and regretted it ever since.   So, when this car became available, we got rid of the wife's car, because she likes the SUV..  anyway...
 
I found the ABS light comes on and stays on.
Upon further investigation I noticed it only
comes on when I use the brakes while in motion.
(Suspecting a speed sensor, especially since there is
a TSB).
What is strange is that I noticed the front washer spray works until the ABS light comes on. Other things  that aren't working (Fog lights, Power mirrors, rear wiper).  With 120K miles these may be normal wear and  tear the previous owner didn't take care of.  It sat for a few months, although it was started at least once  a week.
 
There is a little play in the ignition switch, and a garage mentioned it may be the cause, but I find it  hard to believe there is any fuzzy logic in the switch that allows some things to work and others not to.
 
Any ideas?
Thanks,
Ryan
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 07:29:32 -0800
From: Andrew Woll <awoll1@pacbell.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Possible Electrical Issues:
 
I have had the switch out and watched as a locksmith took the whole thing apart. There is nothing in the  switch to cause the problems you refer to Ryan. I have no good suggestions but things like the power mirrors  should be pretty easy to trace. Good luck. Andy
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 11:01:23 EST
From: GoblinyTwin@aol.com
Subject: Team3S: timing question.
 
What is the chance that my engine (94 tt) is still alive.  The timing belt
slipped while I was driving 80 mph, at 4000 rpm. I heard a noise for 2 sec
and the car turned off.  I tried to start it but the starter motor would spin
only.  Is there any security system on the car that would protect the engine
when the timing is off.
 
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Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2002 13:15:03 -0500
From: Rod2414738@aol.com
Subject: Re: Team3S: Possible Electrical Issues:
 
I believe all the things he mentioned though are things that only work with the ignition switch on (I'll  have to check the mirrors over lunch).  The ETACS unit turns the lights off after the key is removed (or is  it turned off and a door open), wiper would only work with the key on, etc.  There is a "key in ignition"  signal to the ETACS from the ignition key switch that activates the chime and I believe prevents the doors  from being locked while open with the key in the ignition.  I have the diagram at home so you could probe  that line to the ETACS and see if wiggling the switch causes the level to change.  I do believe a bad  ignition key switch could cause the problems the owner is having.
 
- -Rod
'93 Stealth R/T TT
 
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