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I know the Galant is assembled in Normal, IL. Now we just have to find the place to send our requests and/or suggestions to headquarters!!!
Oh well, for what it's worth Mitsubishi, I am one customer that would purchase another Galant today, provided it had a manual transmission. Since this vehicle is not available in my area (or perhaps the U.S.), I will purchase VW, Nissan or Honda, as they do provide options for their customers.
The whiter and brighter output is noticeable, and in my opinion a significant improvement though difficult to quantify. I had a difficult time figuring out that you must squeeze the wire socket horizontally, and very carefully, in order to remove the wiring harness. The owner's manual merely says the harness should be pulled straight back, which of course won't work unless you squeeze just right.
After installation I noticed that the cutoff pattern of one light is lower than other, even though I didn't bend or misalign anything. Could be the bulb itself. I'm not satisfied with the cutoff pattern, but that's a Mitsub. design issue. The improved light output of these bulbs minimizes the cutoff and, for me, is much improved (and legal).
Now if I could only figure out how to install better fog lights and daytime running lights --- the dealer has flatly refused to help, even after I offered to pay for either the wiring information alone or for the complete installation. Also, the emergency brake lever/dashboard is still pinching my normal-sized right leg...but I've given up on this. By the way, my gas mileage is 27mpg (2000 V4 ES) in the warm weather with very little highway or city driving.
I'm sorry to say I'm very disappointed with my local service department, but I still like the car and would recommend it.
http://rob_sullivan.tripod.com/fogmod.html
I may very well give it a try, though to be honest what I'd really like is a way to wire either the headlights or fog lights to automatically come on with the ignition, without routing a separate switch into the passenger area. The problem is using a voltmeter, I couldn't find a single hot wire that stays off when the ignition is turned off. Apparently the headlights are also controlled by a timer and/or ECM, as well as by the dashboard switch, which complicates matters.
Thanks again vac23.
And also, I saw a ground package that you can get for 8 hun out of NY. I was going to do just the sides for now and see what it looked like.
the site is www.spoilers.com, this is the only place I've found to have any aftermarket packages.
Mods I've done to mine so far.
1.Taped out the HL with color matching.
2.Color matched the grill, which defines the car more, and left a patch of chrome in the center. almost like the GTZ.
3.Pulled off the Mitsu chrome name and 3 diamond HUGE thing.. (careful, its got holes)
Has anyone put a K&N filter in their Galant yet?
My silver 2000 V-6 ES is at 5,400 miles and received it's first purple heart. One of those "little old ladies backed into me" stories. Dented the front fender and scrapped the front bumper for a total of $850.
Being a consultant myself, I know that any advice (or other consulting) that you get for free is worth the EXACT AMOUNT OF MONEY YOU PAID FOR IT! This is how I value AAA, "Car and Driver" and all that crap. I trust something that I have seen, touched, drove not what I read about. Just by the way, do you know why journalists are sometimes referred as "second most ancient profession" or "professional unemloyed"? Because their job is to write about things they have no idea about.
i just purchased a galant from a dealer who avertised it as 97' but when i checked the VIN no it showed me that it was purchased in the month of DEC 97'.... so how do i know whether its a 97' or 98' model car and is there any difference bet' 97' and 98'...if any can let me know i'll be really happy.
Seriously dude, you need to get a LIFE!!!
As a great man once said, "Son, it's not where you start but it's where you finish." So far Mits has finished with an outstanding product. Next year will be even better hopefully.
The BEST is YET To Come!!!!
MMGC - Millennium Mitsu Galant Club...
Anyone want to JOIN MMGC ??
Check it out!!!
http://www.egroups.com/subscribe/mmgc
1st number = Country (4 = US)
2nd number = Make, E=Eagle, A=Mitsu, P=Plymouth
3rd number = Vehicle Type (3=Car)
4th number = Seat Belts? (B=Manual, C=Auto)
5th number = Line (S=FWD models, T=AWD, etc.)
6th number = Price Class (Higher number=higher trim)
7th number = Body Style (4=Hatchback)
8th number = Engine size (dunno how it's determined)
9th number = A verification code, to verify the other data. (I dunno how that is determined either)
Here's the important one for you...
10th number = Year, A=1980, B=1981. They skipped I and O (probably so they wouldn't get confused for numbers), so J=1988 and P=1993. (so in your case if the 10th number is T, then your car is a '97 and if it's a U, then you have a '98)
11th number = Plant by Make (K = DSM in Normal, IL)
12-17 = Serial Number, Assumably sequintial, but some manufacturers use encoding of more data here, e.g. I think Harley used only even number in even years. DSM may incorporate some such system as well.
For example VIN # 4A3BS44T3PExxxxxx would be aa US made, Mitsubishi, Car, made in 1993 and came out of the Normal IL. plant.
I hope this helps.
- EpiKGTZ
If you ignore these whiners, they will go away. They can't stand being ignored!
And he is thinking about buying a Audi !!??
He has no idea what real troubles are!!
floridian
Take care,
L8_Apex
Sedans Host
Anyway, when i went to the closest shop to fix my tire, he told me that my tire is more than half worn, and that it is got 10K miles left. This is the front right-side tire, I have only 8K on my car, and i am wondering if it is normal.
Other than that, i got absolutely no problems with my car, it runs strong, and i am not sorry that i got Galant.
Just had to defend the good VW/Audi name...:)
Thanks
About tire noice, I have bridgestone tires on my 4-cyl, and no noice at all ...
no complains about emergency brake, lights , rattles, handling, ...
Sorry old man, buy in haste, repent at leasure !!
Floridian (aka killjoy)
VW products have dismal reliability at best. Their record speaks for itself.
But, hey, you're happy and that's what counts!
Now, I like the Galant. Much better than any of the other Japanese brands. It might not be as reliable, but at least it has a little personality. The Maxima does too I guess, but for thousands more. And I will never get another Nissan again......they are so awful to their customers. But I am LOVING that Mitsu financing...
On another note, I just bought a used 1993 Bonneville SSE with 67K for $7000 for my mother and I love it! I find myself wanting to trade in my 1999 Protege for an older Bonneville. Stupid I know, but it's a thought.
Needless to say, knowing all that I don't abuse the vehicle too much. Racing on public roads is stupid and illegal. The only bonus you can get is a ticket or an accident, anyway. Racing a car with an automatic gearbox is stupid and no fun. I don't race my Galant. Believe me, If I ever did it, the poor thing wouldn't be able to survive these 15K miles.
As for the Goodyer tires - we'll see if they will replace them under warranty or not. Usually those Galant owners who don't complain about tires have a 4 cyl. Galant with 15" wheels and Bridgestone tires.
Just a few things to consider...
Brian
so i would say buy extended warranty elsewhere, costs like $600-700 for a 7 year 100,000 miles . I did some insurance comparison, and it is like 500 dlls cheaper to buy with 21th century than Geico
Just my two cents...