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Author:  wibblersnatch [ Sun Jun 13, 2010 7:27 pm ]
Post subject:  89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Hi all, I'm new to the site but I've been into DSM's for about ten years now. My friends and I found a good deal on a Mirage turbo that we just couldn't pass up. It has some fire damage but nothing too serious, just some wires, a fender, and a hood. I've got a lot to learn about these things, like getting the dash out lol. There must be some hidden bolts somewhere. There are some pretty big plans for the car but as of now we are putting a 4G63 in it so we can drive it to shootout. Our long term goal is going to be 2.4 and AWD, but thats a ways down the road. So after spending 750 dollars and driving 800 miles in 16 hours here she is.
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After some minor clean up, basically just removing the burnt stuff.
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I'm gonna try scrubbing the balls outta this thing tomorrow and try to get some of that black off. If it comes out good I'll post some more pics.
Author:  typhoon92 [ Sun Jun 13, 2010 8:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo
I have two turbo mirages that I 'm parting out,so if you needs parts let me know?

Both wiring harnesses are sold already
Author:  Turbogt [ Mon Jun 14, 2010 12:19 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo
Ha. There is a colt shell that comes with a complete 6 bolt,harness, and all mounts for 1k OBO right in cincy.... Should have kept your eyes open. Car has been for sale for a good 2 months?
Author:  wibblersnatch [ Fri Jun 18, 2010 3:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo
Did some scrubbing with some Mean Green a scouring pad. Going to get on the burnt stuff soon.

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If the rain holds off I will have more pictures Monday or Tuesday.

Thanks for looking!
Author:  PaulMezz [ Fri Jun 18, 2010 4:13 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Besides that whole "burnt" thing the chassis looks like it is in great shape. If only cars like that were to be found in the rust belt.
Author:  wibblersnatch [ Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Yeah body wise this thing is in great shape!

I just learned that the guy we got the car off is a member on this site. Thought that it was a funny coincidence since we found the car on Galantvr4.org and thought I'd post up a couple of his pics.

Here's the car pre-fire:
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And immediately after:
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Author:  wibblersnatch [ Tue Jun 22, 2010 9:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Well I got some more clean up done in the engine bay today. Pulled the rack and sway bar too. I think I'm done cleaning the engine bay finally. I am going to go over it with a scuff pad and some primer maybe this weekend. We agreed on just painting the bay black. It will help whats under the hood look uninteresting as it will have a black valve cover, intake manifold, and intercooler pipes. We also took the dash out and took ever piece of ducting that we could out, as well as take the frame off the hood too. Anyways, here's some pics!

Thought I'd throw in an old one just for comparison.
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I forgot to get a picture, but since this I scraped the glue spots off and scrubbed the hood.
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We dropped 5 pounds just from that!
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Here's some of the stuff we pulled outta the dash, minus the carpet, battery tray, and master cylinder of course.
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Here is what the dash looks like right before we installed it. Nice and empty!
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That's it for now, thanks for looking!
Author:  Red Sleeper [ Wed Jun 23, 2010 2:24 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
tought that car looked familar.. I have a GOOD, original turbo colt harness.. has 2g injector clips.. $80 shipped. LMK
Author:  biggspeed [ Wed Jun 23, 2010 12:01 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Look here for the story on your car...... http://www.4g61t.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=32744
Author:  gvr4318 [ Thu Jun 24, 2010 9:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
you guys just amaze me :prayer:
Author:  wibblersnatch [ Mon Jun 28, 2010 8:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Quote:
you guys just amaze me :prayer:
Thanks man. Appreciate it. Been busting ass on this car lol.
Author:  wibblersnatch [ Mon Jun 28, 2010 8:52 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
So the engine bay is finished. At least until we take it back apart later on down the road. We decided to paint it a semi-gloss black and clear it. Finished it up today. Heres some pics:

And no. I did not paint over the VIN plate. It is masked off :)
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I painted the underside of the hood too. And once again, I masked off the labels. They're just too bad ass to get rid of.
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The hood isn't that bright. It matches the bay.
Author:  turbomirage89 [ Sun Jul 04, 2010 7:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Wow, what a turn around. Very impressive man... looks great! :supz:
Author:  turbotwin77 [ Sun Jul 18, 2010 11:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
sorry out your loss hope to see her up and running soon some day.
Author:  wibblersnatch [ Thu Aug 12, 2010 10:56 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 89 Mirage Turbo, Clean up and 4G63 swap.
Well it's been a while and I've gotten a lot done. Here's how she sits as of now. It still has a small chance of making it to Shootout tomorrow though. It stared and actually idled. I just need to get a passenger side axle and button up a few things. Well heres hopin:

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