Great video bro, just a few thoughts: So that wheel gap, a lot of that has to do with your car having the smaller GS wheels on it for some reason, get some GT wheels and it'll fill in a bit better. The turning radius is large because the chassis is the same as the Galant sedan in the 4g, so it's essentially a sedan turn radius. Those interior door handles are the worst part of the car honestly, but you can buy some solid ones or build some and they'll just bolt in. It is a really wide car but I kind of love that, makes it feel a bit exotic. Nice car man, make sure you keep up with the timing belt and water pump so the engine doesn't kaboom on ya. I've done the timing belt / water pump on a 4g GT and twice on a 3g GT, it's not as bad as on the 3g but still a pretty hard job but well worth it to ensure the car continues to live on.
The turn radius plagued Mitsubishis and some other cars from that era: my Lancer Ralliart, My friends Evo 8, my Galant Ralliart have ghastly turn radi. If you think the Eclipse is big, my same period Galant is a damn Bus... I almost get hit daily by other cars. The wheel gap thing is bad with my factory 18s, those 17s make it way worse. About the interior trim, my Galant's door interior trim kinda warped in a way that it doesnt line up right, lol. But damn it are they fun cars
I have the 2008 gt spyder. Agree with everything you brought up, especially the turning radius and door handles. On the spyder the porthole back window is crazy. I'm glad they added a backup cam on the later models but backing up and changing lanes on my car i have to like triple check before i commit 😁. Also the top center dash squeak is annoying as hell. Love the car though.
I bought 2nd owner 2006 Coupe GT. I ❤it. I haven't had muscle cars in a long time. 1995 was my last muscle car 1982 Pontiac Trans am 2 barrel carburetors. I bought this 17! Year old Eclipse yesterday June 3. 2023!! In mint condition it's A CruiZer!❤
your struts are shot I went with adjustable KYB AGX Strut in front $50 Walmart's in back then you have to buy strut seats and bushings $$$$$ but it will ride nice @@4gmce
You missed the worst attribute of the 4G. Torque Steer!! ( any votes?) Better have your seat belt on tight because you will be watching the road to make sure the torque steer doesn't run you off the road when suddenly (BAM) the rev limiter causes the engine to cut out and and the sudden loss of force on your body from the loss of the acceleration (F=MA) will make you feel that you are about to go through the windshield. Did I describe that correctly? Anyone got a better description of what it feels like? (I'm never claimed to be a good writer)
Lol I'm not sure how many srt 4 or those ss were made but I do know that this 4th generation eclipse had terrible sales and I'm pretty sure most models were made with an automatic transmission as well
I have the rre Mangnaflow axleback exhaust from autocityimports.com but If I could go back or in the future i plan on getting a catback exhaust system with louder sound and a little bit better for power gains.
I just bought an 06 gt manual 10 days ago , i changed all the belts ,timing belt , timing cover changed plugs its in very good condition for an 06.
That's awesome hope your loving your eclipse !
Great video bro, just a few thoughts: So that wheel gap, a lot of that has to do with your car having the smaller GS wheels on it for some reason, get some GT wheels and it'll fill in a bit better. The turning radius is large because the chassis is the same as the Galant sedan in the 4g, so it's essentially a sedan turn radius. Those interior door handles are the worst part of the car honestly, but you can buy some solid ones or build some and they'll just bolt in. It is a really wide car but I kind of love that, makes it feel a bit exotic. Nice car man, make sure you keep up with the timing belt and water pump so the engine doesn't kaboom on ya. I've done the timing belt / water pump on a 4g GT and twice on a 3g GT, it's not as bad as on the 3g but still a pretty hard job but well worth it to ensure the car continues to live on.
The turn radius plagued Mitsubishis and some other cars from that era: my Lancer Ralliart, My friends Evo 8, my Galant Ralliart have ghastly turn radi. If you think the Eclipse is big, my same period Galant is a damn Bus... I almost get hit daily by other cars. The wheel gap thing is bad with my factory 18s, those 17s make it way worse. About the interior trim, my Galant's door interior trim kinda warped in a way that it doesnt line up right, lol. But damn it are they fun cars
LOL this is fax dude the wheel gap and turning radius is so ass 😭😭
Really good video..I love the fact that you gave examples and clips of the issues as well. Amazing video
Thanks G
I have the 2008 gt spyder. Agree with everything you brought up, especially the turning radius and door handles. On the spyder the porthole back window is crazy. I'm glad they added a backup cam on the later models but backing up and changing lanes on my car i have to like triple check before i commit 😁. Also the top center dash squeak is annoying as hell. Love the car though.
I'm Glad you love your Eclipse !
I love this car , you can always make improvements on your own
I bought 2nd owner 2006 Coupe GT. I ❤it. I haven't had muscle cars in a long time. 1995 was my last muscle car 1982 Pontiac Trans am 2 barrel carburetors. I bought this 17! Year old Eclipse yesterday June 3. 2023!! In mint condition it's A CruiZer!❤
That's awesome you'll definitely enjoy this car !
I prefer lowering springs to coil-overs, more suspension travel
I also rotate all seasons tires to front in winter
I might end up with lowering springs tbh because money 💰
your struts are shot I went with adjustable KYB AGX Strut in front $50 Walmart's in back then you have to buy strut seats and bushings $$$$$ but it will ride nice @@4gmce
I have new monroe struts got em less than 2 years ago bro
Monroe's will last longer then these tiny coil-overs any day safer to @@4gmce
Fixed the wheel gap today, it’s gorgeous boys. Coilovers
Coilovers are expensive !
Congratulations!
@@4gmce 1k isn't really that expensive. well worth it to drop the car a couple inches.
@wonderduck2345 1k is 1k that's a lot no matter how you put it
You missed the worst attribute of the 4G. Torque Steer!! ( any votes?)
Better have your seat belt on tight because you will be watching the road to make sure the torque steer doesn't run you off the road when suddenly (BAM) the rev limiter causes the engine to cut out and and the sudden loss of force on your body from the loss of the acceleration (F=MA) will make you feel that you are about to go through the windshield.
Did I describe that correctly? Anyone got a better description of what it feels like? (I'm never claimed to be a good writer)
I actually like the torque steer death feeling but yea it can shake the whole car if your not ready for it !
The door handles are $12 on eBay
$12 is a steep price rn 😬
If you don't like it, sell it😂😂😂
let's not talk crazy now 😂
@@4gmce the car is good, overall....i have a G4, 2011 and runs beautiffly....i even install a tunner, and added 60 more HP....🙋♂️
I've been thinking about getting a Eclipse 2006 GT.
But I got a question, is the big subwoofer only available for the GT?
That is a great question that I don't know the answer to
@@4gmce You have the GS, right? Does it have a big subwoofer in the back.
Also, thank you for replying. I really appreciate it
@MARS-eb8pt no I have the GT but mine didn't come with the big subwoofer
Get some inch and a half spacers
Idk maybe in the future
why you have a дшпре ''service engine soon'' ?)
Catalytic converter went bad nothing wrong with the car tho
Is there room in the driver seat?
Yes there is plenty of room for the driver shouldn't have any problems there
Bro I can’t even find a manual transmission one 🤣😭😩
Good luck with finding one! I have the automatic and I highly recommend 👌
@@4gmce bro I’m just confused on how I can’t find em bc they’re not even that old 🤣 compared to the cobalt ss and srt 4 I’m looking at
Lol I'm not sure how many srt 4 or those ss were made but I do know that this 4th generation eclipse had terrible sales and I'm pretty sure most models were made with an automatic transmission as well
Just got a gs 06 yesterday 5 speed the only one I could find found a 95gsx for 2500 running no problems but a throw out bearing rare finds
Mine is automatic and people tell me to get the GT V6 but I can still put turbo or engine swap?
What mods are in your eclipse
Only thing is axleback exhaust and cold air intake
What exhaust do you have cause me want
I have the rre Mangnaflow axleback exhaust from autocityimports.com but If I could go back or in the future i plan on getting a catback exhaust system with louder sound and a little bit better for power gains.
Hey u fit for Honda not eclipse
OK 👌
I like the eclipse better tho 😌
Oh and I have both !
Learn how to drive. It's not the car it's the driver.
You sir must have a large penis