5 things I HATE about my Mitsubishi Eclipse (4g 2006 Eclipse GT)

[@jaqlagerra3057]

Really good video..I love the fact that you gave examples and clips of the issues as well. Amazing video

[@4gmce]

Thanks G

[@deltafox8795]

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.

[@4gmce]

That's awesome hope your loving your eclipse !

[@TeamGun]

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.

[@cking3411]

My eclipse is exactly same as yours and can confirm turn radius sucks, and blindspot is awful to. As for the wheel gaps, im rolling on 225/50R18s. Gaps not bad at all, but my odometer is off, running about 3-4 mph slower than what it reads on dash. Overall, I love this car so much. I just wish I could find a gas tank for her. Had to patch 2 small evap leaks from tank bc of rusted pipes from it. I'm due for state inspection but the shops have gotten stricter in my area. I'm afraid they'll see the patch and fail her.

[@KreepaEvoX]

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

[@deltafox8795]

I love this car , you can always make improvements on your own

[@jtsdeals]

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.

[@4gmce]

I'm Glad you love your Eclipse !

[@liuwang2201]

I prefer lowering springs to coil-overs, more suspension travel I also rotate all seasons tires to front in winter

[@4gmce]

I might end up with lowering springs tbh because money 💰

[@liuwang2201]

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

[@4gmce]

I have new monroe struts got em less than 2 years ago bro

[@liuwang2201]

Monroe's will last longer then these tiny coil-overs any day safer to @@4gmce

[@Ridethelightning87571]

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!❤

[@4gmce]

That's awesome you'll definitely enjoy this car !

[@KenCordero-yp5lv]

LOL this is fax dude the wheel gap and turning radius is so ass 😭😭

[@MARS-eb8pt]

I've been thinking about getting a Eclipse 2006 GT. But I got a question, is the big subwoofer only available for the GT?

[@4gmce]

That is a great question that I don't know the answer to

[@MARS-eb8pt]

@@4gmce You have the GS, right? Does it have a big subwoofer in the back. Also, thank you for replying. I really appreciate it

[@4gmce]

@MARS-eb8pt no I have the GT but mine didn't come with the big subwoofer

[@Duz12x]

Is there room in the driver seat?

[@4gmce]

Yes there is plenty of room for the driver shouldn't have any problems there

[@ArtemSpiridonov-u7u]

why you have a дшпре ''service engine soon'' ?)

[@4gmce]

Catalytic converter went bad nothing wrong with the car tho

[@jordanesqueda9707]

What mods are in your eclipse

[@4gmce]

Only thing is axleback exhaust and cold air intake

[@avventi7343]

What exhaust do you have cause me want

[@4gmce]

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.

[@robertlomax543]

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)

[@4gmce]

I actually like the torque steer death feeling but yea it can shake the whole car if your not ready for it !

[@Randis_4g69_fix]

The door handles are $12 on eBay

[@4gmce]

$12 is a steep price rn 😬

[@jarteaga9129]

If you don't like it, sell it😂😂😂

[@4gmce]

let's not talk crazy now 😂

[@jarteaga9129]

@@4gmce the car is good, overall....i have a G4, 2011 and runs beautiffly....i even install a tunner, and added 60 more HP....🙋‍♂️

[@user-xi9ft6zx7w]

Bro I can’t even find a manual transmission one 🤣😭😩

[@4gmce]

Good luck with finding one! I have the automatic and I highly recommend 👌

[@user-xi9ft6zx7w]

@@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

[@4gmce]

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

[@atx_zom8ie887]

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

[@Tonio0412]

Mine is automatic and people tell me to get the GT V6 but I can still put turbo or engine swap?

[@Randis_4g69_fix]

Get some inch and a half spacers

[@4gmce]

Idk maybe in the future

[@rakibchowdhury5273]

Hey u fit for Honda not eclipse

[@4gmce]

OK 👌

[@4gmce]

I like the eclipse better tho 😌

[@4gmce]

Oh and I have both !

[@MichaelVyzourek]

Learn how to drive. It's not the car it's the driver.

[@4gmce]

You sir must have a large penis