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This past winter I noticed my speedometer became less and less reliable in the cold, often jolting around, on top of LOTS of "flapping/clicking" noise coming from behind the dash while the vehicle is in motion (this was a very annoying mystery for a long time, but finally one day the sound...

Hi Guys! I've upgraded the turbo is our 1991 L300 from the stock TD04-09B to a TD04-10T. We do quite a bit of driving over mountain passes here in Western Wyoming. I had a mechanic in Flagstaff install the turbo, and a buddy drive it up. Once arrived the entire engine bay and undercarriage was...

So I have the Quick Glow system. Also have the default 6V Glow Plugs. For the past year at times I would hear sporadic clicks of the relays. It never caused any problems starting but writing was on the wall. A quick overview of how the system is suppose to operate based on my research (& thx...

I fixed one of my middle-row captain’s chairs that was a bit wobbly. I followed directions found on the Mitsubishi Delica Owners Club UK thread here: http://www.mdocuk.co.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?t=602 Thanks to Mark and Bruce on that forum! The photos have disappeared from that thread, so I...

I'm replacing all the burnt out T1 bulbs in my dash switches. Pulled the switch to the lower right of the steering wheel for the rear HVAC fan On/Off and discovered that its bulbs are slightly larger than the T1 size used in the fog lamp, door lock/unlock, and rear defroster. Anyone know the...

I’ve searched the forums with no results; however, anyone successful with finding a store that can duplicate ignition keys?

I think that's correct- right side rear sliding window run channel. There's some confusion here. L300s came with two different style of windows: sliding windows, and leaf windows. They use different seals. Sliding windows: Sliding windows are usually fitted to the left and right front...

Replacing your cylinder head? Be sure to buy the correct type. Recognising the differences: Early 4D56 engines (1987 to 1993-ish) have a protruding valve head: the valves stick out from the head surface when closed, like so: Around 1993 the engine design changed slightly, and heads from...

First, find your van's chassis/frame number (not the VIN, if you have one). (Where to find it and what it means post here). Example: P25W-0514652. If your van has a VIN then you'll need to get the chassis number from the build plate that's under the carpet flap.) Then enter that frame number...

Totally stolen (backed up? ;-)) from Mystery Machine's post on MDOCUK. Anyone wishing to identify their Japanese Domestic Market Delica, here is the definitive way to do so. Some other markets made up their own naming conventions and/or used a VIN (looking at you, Australia), but much of this...

Lower transmission mounts are still available from Mitsubishi at a reasonable price*, but if your upper mount bushes (the ones that connect the crossmember to the chassis rails) are sagging, replacements are only available from Mitsubishi if you buy the entire crossmember assembly. For about...

Thinking of fitting a brand new Hyundai D4BF to your Delica? No? Take a look at these photos and you'll change your mind: SO. SHINY. The D4BF is a 4D56, made under license. It even says 4D56 on the engine block. It says "Hyundai" on a bunch of other parts, but I don't mind. Hyundai make a...

Recently replaced the upper ball joints on my 91' L300. The upper ball joints are the same part on both sides, I bought mine from Febest on Amazon, part number Mr241623 and they did come with grease point fitting, which I was surprised by. Overall I would say this is a pretty simple task in...

I need to replace the oil line to my vacuum pump, according to Apex Auto and the looks of it. The lower bolt looks easy to access, but I can't see up to see how accessible the upper bolt is. From what I've read on other forums, it looks like I should be able to access it during an oil change...

A few people have asked for this. Here is my experience with some photos (for some reason it will only let me post 10 photos maximum, sorry). OVERVIEW The Star Wagon features 2 rear speakers of 5.25" and 4 ohm impedence and 7 watts. These speakers honestly did not sound horrible, but given I...

If you've changed the fuel filter or worked on the injection pump or injectors you'll likely need to bleed the air out of the fuel lines. If you changed the fuel filter: Wrap a rag around the fuel filter- this will be messy. Loosen the bleed port bolt (10mm), press on the primer pump until fuel...

FAQ: "I've heard modern diesel fuel doesn't have the lubricity required by our older injection pumps, and we have to use additives"? TL;DR: Diesel made in the USA and Canada since 2005 is fine to use in your fuel pump without lubricity additives. (I don't know anything about cold weather...

I'm on the first leg of a big 2,000 mile trip and this chime is slowly boring a hole through my eardrum. I found a thread on the Delica Canada forum that mentioned it was right behind the instrument panel, but I looked for quite a while and couldn't find it. Does anyone have a photo of the chime...

I jammed screwdrivers in this rear-view mirror cover from all directions and can't figure out how to remove it. It's chewed up the edges a bit and am worried I'm going to bust it in half if I give it any more torque. Does anyone know where the tangs are on this thing and the best way to remove...

My first attempt at a write-up here. So I'm starting easy. Apologies this is after the fact. 20 minute thermostat replacement (petrol engine) Overview: The thermostat regulates the flow of coolant through the radiator and engine to maintain optimal operating temperature. For all the advanced...