Hands Up Kiwi VR-4 Owners [Archive]

Brind

04-07-2003, 12:00 PM

I wouldn't hold your breath on a huge responce, many people still haven't filled in this poll: http://www.clubvr4.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=510

Welcome to the site Tunes if I haven't said so already :)

MentalDev

04-07-2003, 12:17 PM

Yep me too, North Shore, Auckland, 97 Legnum VR4, white.

Cheers, Jason

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1997 Mitsubishi Legnum VR-4
18 inch Volk III wheels
Pioneer CD stacker
Blitz DATT
Blitz DC Boost Gauge
Tints
HKS Super Flow Pod Filter

-LegnumVR4-

04-07-2003, 09:24 PM

Yup!

97 Twin Turbo Silver Lounge Suite :)

mossy

05-07-2003, 05:34 AM

-LegnumVR4-

05-07-2003, 07:39 AM

When you say 'dealer' are we taking Mitsubishi or the company who you brought the car off?

mossy

05-07-2003, 10:05 AM

we're talking "mitsi" dealer baby...i'm going to try your olden days "brake and clutch mechanic" as opposed to the dealer "technician" for the brake problem

Ultra VR-4

06-07-2003, 09:58 PM

Black VR4 sedan >>> Auckland

plastic maori

07-07-2003, 08:52 AM

Me toooo

I have one, Rottenrua, 96 Legnum VR4 pearl white.
On the brake subject i had a bit of travel and a soft feel to my brakes, I had the discs machined and new pads all round and it came right.

Cheers
PM:beerclash

4me

14-07-2003, 12:35 PM

Yup. Me to.

97 Silver Legnum VR4

hedonist

21-07-2003, 09:06 AM

White debadged type s legnum, 18" chromes.
Bay of Islands

hobbit

29-07-2003, 02:45 AM

Does being a wanna be VR-4 Blue 1999 legnum owner count :cool1:

Pay that student debt off and its gonna be mine...i might let my wife drive it occasionally.

bastrd

29-07-2003, 09:22 AM

yip and i have one too .....

Pescha

29-07-2003, 09:31 AM

Hey guys, you don't need to actually own one of these beasts, just as long as you have a passion for them!

Cheers,
Pescha!

matata_legnum

05-08-2003, 08:09 AM

i got 1 too 96 vr4 legnum and i luff it to pieces hehehe:D

jtfleming

05-08-2003, 08:45 AM

not quite vr4 but close

matata_legnum

05-08-2003, 08:48 AM

wat do u mean not quite?

jtfleming

05-08-2003, 08:50 AM

Well it is a Legnum and I love it, couldn't afford a VR4 but maybe soon.

Pescha

05-08-2003, 08:50 AM

He means that he hasn't quite got there for a VR-4, but hes aiming for one! Correct me if I'm wrong!

Pescha!

matata_legnum

05-08-2003, 08:52 AM

riiiiiiiiiiight!! i see

jtfleming

05-08-2003, 08:54 AM

You're right, but I still think all Legnums look the part!!

Pescha

05-08-2003, 08:58 AM

Yes I agree! Owning a legnum and being a VR-4 is AWESOME..!!!

Cheers,
Pescha!

P.S Thanks for posting guys, it's great to hear from you!

matata_legnum

05-08-2003, 08:58 AM

you're right there bro they all do look the part, AWESOME hehehe

Spirit

05-08-2003, 05:21 PM

Originally posted by matata_legnum
i got 1 too 96 vr4 legnum and i luff it to pieces hehehe:D

Like your front skirt on this mate - did you fit it ? Who makes it ?

Cheers

Pete

matata_legnum

06-08-2003, 07:13 AM

im not sure who did it bro, it was on wen i brought it

Spirit

06-08-2003, 07:14 AM

Looks well smart mate :D

matata_legnum

06-08-2003, 07:23 AM

das a nice car u got too mate, AWESOME:D

hobbit

16-08-2003, 02:47 AM

I have heard of car clubs who carry around business type cards and put them under the windshields or attached to the drivers window jammed in the crack So to speak advising them of the site and club and asking them to say hi/join?

We could look at doing that here with the number of Legnums/VR4's downunder!:cool1:

Pescha

16-08-2003, 04:11 AM

I use to do that for the charger club, even followed chargers around the streets till they stopped... I don't know how true this is but I heard from other clubs INSERT INTO post VALUES (can't remember which though) That owners drop these cards all over the carparks and management of which ever company ie 'the warehouse' contacted the president of that car club and gave them what for... Good idea though...

Cheers,
Pescha!

jtfleming

17-08-2003, 09:58 AM

Anyone from Wellington?

tunes

17-08-2003, 10:42 PM

Sorry Aucks here....

Finally have some pics of my Wagon up:

http://www.clubvr4.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=960

http://www.cardomain.com/id/tunes

jtfleming

18-08-2003, 01:00 AM

Tunes, your car looks great!!!:cool1:

tunes

18-08-2003, 09:15 PM

Thanks bud... I'm very happy with the exterior so looking to start on the engine next.

KiwiTT

01-09-2003, 10:13 PM

Isn't it great. When we mention VR-4 to the Aussies all they can think of is their Magna/Verada 4WD.

Our Galant is one hell of a sleeper. It will even give their new XR-6T a run for its money, especially on the twisty bits.

jtfleming

02-09-2003, 12:14 AM

Hey KiwiTT have you had a go against a XR6T? Would be an interesting comparo, those new Falcons are mighty fast!!!:devil3:

KiwiTT

02-09-2003, 01:31 AM

I wouldn't have the driving skill to do a real comparison. I do remember when the Nissan GTR did Bathhurst in 1m55s and the current Falcons and HSVs still took over 2m, sometimes 2m10s. The 4WD really handles the twisty bits better.

I did have an hot Falcon Ute tail me for a while. I entered the twisty bits with AYC at 3 bars and he was no where to be seen.

Later, I had to turn off and he came up behind me at the stop. He then revv'd up his motor as he went straight ahead. I suspect he was mighty annoyed/surprised.

Emma

09-09-2003, 12:10 AM

Hey I'm new but I have one :) Saloon 96 Twin turbo VR4, 2 Tone white and gold - North Shore, Auckland

Ultra VR-4

09-09-2003, 12:32 AM

Hello, welcome to the club Emma!

tunes

09-09-2003, 04:14 AM

Welcome aboard Emma... Good to see a number of women out there who aren't scared INSERT INTO post VALUES (not that there is anything to be scared of) to mix it up with the boys!

Spader

22-09-2003, 02:26 PM

Yet another new owner. Bought yesterday 96 VR-4 Sedan 5 spd manual, Leather AYC etc. Not looking to mod it for a wee while....mortgage is getting me down.

question: Has anyone had any issues with the turbo's on their cars? Just wondering for future thought. Will be getting a BoV for it though INSERT INTO post VALUES (quiet one) just to help the life of the turbos.

Oh yeah umm I'm in Whangaparaoa...for those that dont know wtf that is its just before Orewa about 30k's north of Auckland

Brind

22-09-2003, 07:21 PM

The turbos are pretty robust, unless you abuse the car there should be no reason why they won't last the lifetime of the car.
Assuming again if you service the car regulary, change oil, let the turbos warm up and cool efficiently.

Pescha

22-09-2003, 08:19 PM

Hey Spader, welcome to the VR-4 family. As you can see there are a number of us kiwi's here at this site. Please feel free to ask any questions, as the only question that is silly is the one that isn't asked! Also we have a picture department, remember us humans love photos photos photos!:D

Hope to see you in the chat room sometime....

Cheers,
Pescha!

sharesm

27-11-2003, 08:21 AM

ive just brought a 2.o vr4 luv it more than da old vpss im just outa hamilton nz

Xeroid

28-11-2003, 09:17 AM

Hi Guys, we got a 96 VR4 Tiptronic INSERT INTO post VALUES ( best compromise ever ) in Auckland.
No Mods but kept pristine, it's the wifes shopping basket and work hack ... Yeah Right !!
Awesome drive but eats the gas, needs a lot of TLC INSERT INTO post VALUES ( read money/service) and has the turning circle of a small locomotive. Absolutely beautiful car to push through those twisty bits, love that AYC !!!
We also belong to NZMMC, NZ Mitsubishi Motor Club, whhich are big on all Mitsi's although EVO's are the flavour. Lots of nice guys & gals there if you want to chk them out. NZMMC (http://www.nzmmc.co.nz)
You're going to have to call a meet and cruz somewhere soon so we can compare beasts.
NZMMC run drags and are busy incorporating so they can do MANZ licensing etc so you may want to chk hem out sometime.

Freddy

01-12-2003, 07:04 AM

White Legnum, "VR4" Stealth mode INSERT INTO post VALUES (don't know what hit em)

Sometimes the 5" tail pipe gives me away though.:rolleyes:

Freddy

01-12-2003, 07:11 AM

Image

OSiRiS

24-06-2005, 02:43 AM

1998 Legnum Super VR4

Auckland :)

AllBeItMine

24-06-2005, 10:17 AM

.......here in balmy palmy although not today...3degC and snow on the hills
ive got a manual 1996 vr4...pic attached
can anybody help with sources to get the ecu remapped or replaced...
can it be done...
where...?
costs...?

also my brake pedal is soft and hellishly long in its travel..
dealer has bled the lines several times, replaced the fluid, checked the ABS and we've gone back to the genuine vr4 pads...all made little difference...any suggestions?
look fwd to getting some info

talk to Andre at speedtech. $1200 would get you a SAFC installed and tuned. would get rid of fuel cut and allow you to run more boost while sorting out the ****ty fuel ratios on these cars.

$2500 would get you a basic ecu installed and tuned to do fueling and ignition and boost. these are the figures he gave me while chatting to me at autosalon.

pagan

25-06-2005, 10:14 AM

pearl white legnum vr4 1997 type-s
north-east of christchurch

pretty standard, just aftermarket air filter, HID lights coming

newborn baby & morgage - not much is left for car tuning :)

p1_

25-06-2005, 12:03 PM

I'm a kiwi too, just cos I was born in the UK and emigrated here 3 years ago, you shouldnt hold that against me, NZ is my home now :happy: Sweet (see I have even mastered the lingo)

Freddy - you and I will have to compare tailpipes mate, think mine is slightly bigger, aiii.

Spader - welcome, Im in Red Beach, must have seen you around in my travels????

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/pacmanz/VR4/Eyelids2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/pacmanz/VR4/VR-4160405Small.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/pacmanz/VR4/Legnum-VR4-BootSmall.jpg

chris g

25-06-2005, 12:24 PM

Well it does not have a vr-4 badge but I think it has all the right bits

95 7g Galant Sports GT now residing with our MR2 in Rototuna, Hamilton

Will be taking both to Pukekohe for trackday

Tyres are not the best you can have - 205-60-15

Any suggestions for a decent tyre in that size?

Not ready to change wheels yet

Freddy

29-06-2005, 08:24 AM

P1, you will win cause I changed down to a 3.5" tail pipe recently. Found the big pipe to much of a boy racer magnet.

p1_

29-06-2005, 12:21 PM

P1, you will win cause I changed down to a 3.5" tail pipe recently. Found the big pipe to much of a boy racer magnet.

Hehehe - saw your other thread :thumbsup: Guess it looks more at home on a Howitzer :joker:

i3ooyah

29-06-2005, 12:48 PM

give me your 5" tip, i wouldnt mind going bigger :D

NAUSED

04-07-2005, 03:23 AM

VR-4 all the way, Black 94 Mitsi Galant on the mighty North Shore

v8killa

04-07-2005, 07:26 AM

I got one.
1996 VR4 type S Legnum
Dark Green
No Mods yet - completely original

Waikanae - 50km north wellington

kornstar

04-07-2005, 07:31 AM

i got one aswell, check my sig for more info

97_Legnum

04-07-2005, 07:38 AM

Yep, got one, had 2 before. Looking at getting yet another when the right one comes along.

ShadyNZer

04-07-2005, 09:09 AM

96 galant VR4 type v,
silver...
couple of mods....

bluey

04-07-2005, 10:42 AM

96 legnum vr4
blue
chromes
next step - under that damn bonnet!
:thumbsup:

matsondawson

04-07-2005, 06:19 PM

Me got one. Clutchy no worky :(

5Rich5

05-07-2005, 04:09 AM

97 Galant VR4 (Sedan)

spy

05-07-2005, 07:07 AM

Ive got one,
97 Legnum VR4
Blue
Bigger intercooler
Mines ECU
6 Puck Brass button clutch
3 inch exhaust
:thumbsup:

to4garret

06-07-2005, 02:50 AM

i've got one too,

E84A,
HD Clutch
600x300x76 Front Mount
2.5" Zorst
Super Low Kings, New KYB Shocks
17" EVO R's with Eagle F1's
Custom Single Turbo (Yeeeyaaa)
:thumbsup:

kornstar

07-07-2005, 11:45 AM

^^ nice car buddy ^^

to4garret

08-07-2005, 02:16 AM

^^ nice car buddy ^^

Thanks :smug:

just wish the car was over in perth with me, poor baby is stuck in the garage until i sell it or find the funds to ship her over :embarasse

spy

09-07-2005, 12:03 AM

Hey to4
how much you wanna sell it for?

to4garret

11-07-2005, 02:38 AM

looking around the 11g ono mark,

Link: V6 Mitsi's sound awesome with vented wastegates :) (http://justwebmail.com/vids/dynovideo.wmv)

Kenneth

11-07-2005, 03:09 AM

looking around the 11g ono mark,

Link: V6 Mitsi's sound awesome with vented wastegates :) (http://justwebmail.com/vids/dynovideo.wmv)

Is it legal in NZ to just vent the wastgate to atmosphere? if so /Hmmm

OSiRiS

11-07-2005, 03:49 AM

Of course it's not! We do it anyway though LOL :P

Depends who you get your wof with though...

Kenneth

11-07-2005, 04:10 AM

Of course it's not! We do it anyway though LOL :P

Depends who you get your wof with though...

lol thats about what I thought...

anway, i shouldnt thread hijack.

Laichzeit

14-07-2005, 09:24 AM

Hand up!
96 Legnum VR4

http://www.deutschemusik.net/photos/beast4.jpg

pezza

14-07-2005, 09:41 AM

i've got one too,

E84A,
HD Clutch
600x300x76 Front Mount
2.5" Zorst
Super Low Kings, New KYB Shocks
17" EVO R's with Eagle F1's
Custom Single Turbo (Yeeeyaaa)
:thumbsup:

V Nice looking motor! Bet its an animal! :thumbsup:

nutrok

14-07-2005, 09:48 AM

im 17 and i pik mine up on sat.
only two days i cant w8
it gona be choice
it a 96 Vr4 Legnum
trigger mauve
standard till sat nite

KiwiTT

14-07-2005, 11:56 PM

Just in time, nutrok join us at Pukekohe on Sunday

i3ooyah

15-07-2005, 12:05 AM

Might have to wash the car for a look on sunday

97 Legnum
pics on the left there <====

to4garret

15-07-2005, 02:37 AM

V Nice looking motor! Bet its an animal! :thumbsup:

yea, it goes very well... from what i can remember, its been about 4 months now since i've seen her in the flesh :bigcry:

it managed 217bhp @ 7psi before i left, just wished i had more time to play with her, i only got to drive her for about 5 weeks after all the conversion work was completed :bigcry: