Forum: 380 DB Series I - Series III

I have a coupla Q's re the 380: 1. Is it like the 3rd gen in that 3 plugs are easy to change, and 3 need the plenum to be removed? 2. Does the plenum have to come off during a timing belt change? Advice from 380 experts much appreciated.

Hi brains trust. I have a new car coming in May, so it will soon be time to move the 380 on. Just wondering the best way to do this. It’s a very low km manual 380 sports. It’s in great nick mechanically and interior, but the clear coat has failed on the roof/bonnet/boot. Do you think it’s...

Just bought a 380, brilliant car. It seems faster, smoother, quieter than my TW Magna, and much more powerful. But the clock isn't lit so i can't see it at night. Is this a fault, or how it comes? Thanks

My TW magna has a buzzer warning in case I leave the headlights on. MY new (to me) 380 does not. It's only a matter of time before I come back to a flat battery. Is this a fault in my car? Or just the way it comes? Thanks

Belt changed at 63,000 Now at 93,000, And 6 years later, Do I need to change due to age ?

Howdy Looking for some advice, bought a low click (115,000KM) 2005 380 VRX Auto and i have run into a problem When you first start it in the morning, as it fires and starts you get a shudder through the vehicle and steering wheel and when under acceleratrion, i get a vibration and growling/...

Has anyone changed the final drive ie diff ration ... as they have a 10 bolt carrier apparently you can use bits fron an evo

Hi all Sorry if this has been asked before but I can't find any info. How do the real world economies of these 2 cars compare. Just the auto 380 vs the magna. The magna can be either auto or manual. please state gearbox type. The magna 5 speed auto appears to use more fuel the the 4 speed, on...

I'm thinking of doing a 6G75 conversion on my Magna. Rockauto in the US has cheap parts for their Galant 3.8 V6, will these fit? If anyone has tried this I'd be grateful to know of your experience.

Hi all, just wondering if it's possible to put aftermarket head units in 380's or are they like a BA Falcon I once drove ? Unable to put a different stereo in without massive mods to the dash. I have heard of "OEM Bluetooth".....was that an option ? Peter

Hi guys, troubleshooting a drama im having with my 2007 VRX done 195,XXX kms. I just got back from holidays (left it sitting at home for a week) and she started running warm (2/3-3/4) when it never normally goes over half. My family mechanic replaced the thermostat and flushed the radiator, but...

Does anyone know the exact location? I have looked in the workshop manual, it has it there but not where its located. Cheers

Hi all, I'm really struggling to find an aircon transistor as I think mine has gone. Testing: Relay kicks in, aircon is working when moving at speed (cold air blows in), fan out and apply 12volts works OK, fuses checked and intact. Is it possible to use either a US Gallant version, or...

Whats the difference between manual & auto axles are both different or just one

Recently I have noticed a few helpful tips on parts for the 380 power seats. First, there are 3 types. 4 Way (tilt only) driver's chair 6 Way (tilt and slide) driver's chair 10 Way (tilt/slide+power lumbar & memory) driver's with 6 Way power passenger (tilt & slide) The 380 uses switches,...

Hi all, After reading about some members having trouble starting their 380's due to a faulty switch, next thing it happened to mine so I went and picked up the part straight away and today I swapped the parts over. Here's a brief write up...... First, start with a 380 ...

On holiday at The Gold Coast and went to Toowoomba Saturday night to see a friend. On the way I spot a nice looking TMR 380 cruising along. Just wondering if it was a member here. I was in a crappy rental but I was keeping up to check it out on the road, looked good. The 380 does look...

Hi all Just replacing the side engine mount on my 2008 Mitsubishi 380 following a timing belt change and have noticed that the replacement mount (Kelpro MT9266) doesn't have a bolt hole for the engine mount stay. Repco insists its the right part and every other brand of side engine mount...

G`day , Where is the OBDll port located ? Cheers Wilyum.

From what I can tell the left hand driveshaft is the same for manual and auto. I'm not finding any specifics on the right hand driveshaft though. Anyone know the story here?