Postby MISHI » June 3rd, 2012, 9:39 pm
Body parts etc are getting harder now as it's at least 16 years since they stopped the bodystyle...
Parts are interchangeable with the Libero (up to front doors) CK lancer (some suspension) and Proton Wira (engine/ suspension)
Fuel wise they aren't bad as it's a DOHC 1.5 but is that EFI of carb as the EVO was over 105BHP while the carb was around 90BHP and also the carb tended to use more fued especially if the carb needed servicing.
If EFI u shouls have a 4 speed transmission (Overdrive button type) and they do work pretty well, however you should change the transmission oil and filter on/ before time to keep it runing well. Parts wise mechanically you will find at most car part places and forign used placed for engines, transmissions etc. Things like oil seals tec tend to be generic along the lancer range so you shouldn't have a problem with getting em. also CV joints etc.
Also if you have contacts away you can get parts away as the american equivalent (92-96 mirage) still have parts available though the dealership (bear in mind Specific RHD parts or 4g91 parts would NOT be available)
Interior wise, CK lancer seats will work in your CB, also EVO 1-6 seats will directly bolt up, except for if you have folding rear seats, then the evo rear will not work unless you fabricate some hooks...
(issues to look out for: )
CB (and up to CK) lancers suffered with roof rust: the roof brackets used a sealant that trapped moisture and caused most to have terrible rust. If you see any bubbles on the roof, have it sent to a PROPER repair shop IMMEDIATELY!
Also, the rubber stabalizer bushings tend to wear out fairly quick and changing them is not a simple task, so a good idea is to get some stronger poly bushings and have em changed. Also the link bushings (little round rubber rings: 4 on each corner) tend to go bad quicky too (rubber) and can give the car a wallowy ride. Again change to poly bushings (energy suspension sells these) and firm up the car.
Check the trunk and especially around the trunk rubber for rust: this was also a common rust spot for these cars.
Mounts especially the lower front and rear mounts tend to burst faster than the others: if you find that the engine rocks heavily when you put it in drive or reverse or if you put it in drive and hear a big knock when moving off you should look at em and change what is needed to.
CB lancers center air vent/ radio surround is a piece of flimsy cracking crap... talk done
that's all I can think of for now...
