Forum: AWD Magna / Verada

Like my other thread about transmission and TC oils; I now want to understand what the recommended engine oils are and the pros and cons. The AWD is coming up for a service and I notice that the oil is dark black. I'm surprised because I had this done only about 8000 kms ago just after I bought...

Hey all, Awd tl owner here. My one owner car has 182000 ks on it now, and I'm starting to experience a few minor issues as it ages. The car has always been serviced every six months, with bits replaced as soon as needed. It's general condition is good and it is garaged and well cared for...

Hi guys, my next mod is a rear sway bar, and I can't see a Sway Bar thread in the AWD section, so maybe this can become a repository for valid info - eg: opinions, experiences, sources of products and prices. Below is my story, but first some specifics which I hope to update with latest...

Hi guys, just after some advice. Our TL AWD, which we've had for more than 10 years, occasionally stalls when idling e.g. waiting at traffic lights. It just cuts out and you need to re-start it, but it re-starts straight away. We had some issues a couple of years ago with stuttering while...

It's been a while since I've been here, have been without a Magna/Verada for a few years now, but very likely to get into another soon. I've been looking at 2 VRs, both 03 TLs, both AWD. One has the white fascia cluster with AWD motif, black cloth trim, standard non leather steering wheel, no...

One difference i noticed immediately between the FWD Verada and the AWD is the perceived loss of power, (due to all the extra weight on the AWD I believe). Most of the time it's not very noticeable but occasionally, such as when overtaking, it's really apparent. I'm interested in any simple mod...

I'm not a young man, and probably emblematic of the Magna driving caricature. As I look back my big regret was trading my AWD for a VZ Monaro, it was a fine car but wrecked by coilovers, from a suspension company known for getting things wrong. The ride was so awful on the Monaro it was replaced by...

Hey guys Is there a reason mitsubishi never made the awd models avaliable as a manual? Is it possible to do a manual conversion on any/all of the awd models? What if any problems/downsides are there to doing so?

Attention all "AWD's" if you use a different brake pad other than standard, coul you please tell me the characteristics of the pad, also brands and part numbers. Looking to get something not as dusty as the ferodo's to suit the new 4000 series slotted rotors l recently acquired. Thanks heaps.

Hi peeps, I have to get 4 new tyres and im wondering would it be cheaper just to get tyres or would it be better just to get new rims and tyres, plus maybe safer because lower profile etc. Thoughts?

This road test report is a bit basic, but better than nothing. It has some useful facts & figures. https://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/xrt_magna-awd.htm

EOI for AMC////AWD stickers! I've asked maggie3.5 if he could get some AWD stickers like the AMC////380 and state ones. I know of at least 3 WA members who would want a pair each, we need at least 10 to make the order. So post here if you would like some :)

Exciting news; I've decided to upgrade the KL with a 380 motor. Well, exciting for me anyway, lol. The new 380 motor has only 41k's on it, but thats not the reason for the swap. If you've read my past posts you will know that I've found the 6G74, 3.5 engine struggles a bit with shifting the...

What is your average fuel Consumption on your AWD magna/Verada. I looking at replacing my FWD manual TJ with a Zen purple AWD TW VRX and would like to know what people get on average City/Hwy or tank wise All help would be great thanks Brett:happy:

Last time I had to get two new tyres for the front, the only guys I have found to be reliable locally informed me that the Pirelli P7 tyre that I have used for around ten years now, is no longer available and I need to find a replacement. But I have no idea what to go for. The only tyres they had...

How are you guys finding oil consumption on average. Any of you's owned a FWD third gen magna before and can giv input

Hey all, first time poster here. So i've recently had a 6g75 conversion done for my KW AWD Gtvi and am looking to get more out of it. I've read HM headers are a good option, how hard is it to find a set these days? Iv'e tried HM headers website but it seems to be down. If someone could point me...

Has anyone had any issues like gearbox or drivetrain problems with this series magna(TJ-TL)? Thanks lads!

How to change a low-beam headlight bulb in a Mitsubishi Magna TJ AWD Sports: - Read up on forums and car handbook on how to change low-beam light-bulb. - Go to Repco. - Get new TJ Magna low beam bulb from Repco (H4). - Note need to remove washer bottle.

Questions for the AWD members who've had 380 cams fitted. I'm considering this as an easy way to improve performance. Already did the HM headers and a better exhaust. Not looking for "hot" cams or a special ECU tune, just a simple 380 cam install. I'm just not sure whether the benefit will be...