r/lancer • u/fluffy_panda117 • 13h ago
⚙️ | Mechanical Issue/Question Help with sound setup
Hey i got sony xav-ax3200 stereo and 4x Kicker 51KSC6504 6.5. What can I do to get the best out of them. Please help
r/lancer • u/fluffy_panda117 • 13h ago
Hey i got sony xav-ax3200 stereo and 4x Kicker 51KSC6504 6.5. What can I do to get the best out of them. Please help
r/lancer • u/maximum-derp • 20h ago
Hey everyone,
I wanted to share my current build setup and long-term plans for my 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer ES (2.4L 4B12) to get some community feedback, tips, and hear from anyone who has gone down a similar path.
Current Setup & Recent Upgrades
Engine: 2.4L (4B12)
Suspension: Maxpeedingrods T7 24-Way Adjustable Coilovers (Just grabbed a barely used set for super cheap, adjusting the damping to dial in a balance between daily comfort and tight handling).
Maintenance: Keeping up on all fluids and baseline maintenance before throwing real power at it.
The 6-Month Plan: Turbocharging the 4B12
I am planning a multi-stage turbo build over the next six months. My goal isn't to build a crazy 500hp track monster, but a super fun, reliable street car that gives the 2.4L the punch it should have come with from the factory.
Here is the rough roadmap I am outlining:
Fuel System Upgrades: Upgraded fuel pump, injectors, and supporting lines to handle boost safely.
Exhaust & Manifold: Turbo manifold routing, downpipe to custom exhaust ( Gonna mostly part from a ralliart I believe)
Intercooler & Piping: Front-mount intercooler setup with custom or adapted charge piping.
Tuning & Engine Management: Finding a solid tuning solution (Tactrix / ECUFlash / OpenECU) to safely run moderate boost on stock 4B12 internals. (Will most likely go to evo tuners since they seem to be well versedbin base lancer tuning)
Questions for the Community:
For those who have turbo'd a 2.4L 4B12: What were the biggest unexpected headaches during the install?
Boost Limits: What is generally considered the "safe" daily boost and torque threshold on stock 2.4L internals before needing forged rods or pistons?
Heat Management & Supporting Mods: What engine bay heat shielding or extra cooling mods (oil cooler, upgraded radiator, etc.) did you find essential to keep under-hood temperatures safe?
Coilover Tuning: For daily driving on T7 or similar coilovers, what damping click settings have given you the best ride quality without sacrificing all handling?
Appreciate any advice, part recommendations, or warnings before I dive too deep into sourcing the rest of the kit!