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I have a 93 manual diesel delica that is loosing power right around 3,000 rpms, and starts puffing white smoke right as its loosing power does anyone know what could be causing this? Also has been puffing black smoke while driving at lower rpms

Hello everyone!

Back Story: I have a 1991 Mitsubishi Delica L300 that started to have some alternator squeal. There are two belts on the alternator and when checking the tension, one of them was slightly looser than the other. Based on research on the delicaforums, the alternator pivot mount (made of aluminum) can oval out over time due to vibration going through the steel mounting bolt. This causes the alternator to sit at a slight angle which causes belt tension issues.

There are two ways to fix this:

1. Replace the bracket. Unfortunately this is a pretty big job.
2. Drill the mounting hole from the original 8mm to 10mm. You can either sleeve it back to 8mm or use a later model alternator that uses a 10mm bolt. The location of this mount makes drilling this straight a little sketchy but it looks like it might be possible with a right angle drill.

What is the best way to drill a slightly ovaled 8mm hole to 10mm through 2-3/16" of aluminum keeping in mind the very limited access?

Thanks again for any info!

Ovaled Hole

Pivot Mount in its Entirety

View from above and below of the pivot mount (tight space)

slop in the pivot mount

Hey all! I'm wondering if anyone has any info on getting a new injection pump in the states? My options are rebuild or new pump, and new pump seems cheaper, labor wise. I've seen some online but am wondering if people have insight on what's reputable. A shop in New Westminster is able to do the rebuild but the starting price is $1,500, which feels extreme for just the rebuild. That's not including the shipping to and from Canada, and the labor to take it off to put it back on. Please please if anyone knows anything I'd love some info.

Does anyone have experience with using the 4m40 parts that are still made for the excavators?

Thanks

Hey guys, my transmission just blew on my current car, so I’m officially in the market for something new. I’ve been wanting a Delica for a while now and I’m seriously considering making one my only vehicle for the next 1-2 years.
I know a Delica probably isn’t the most practical choice as a daily, but I work from home and honestly don’t drive that much. I probably only have to go see clients 3–6 times a month, and those drives can be anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Other than that, most of my driving is pretty minimal.
I ideally like to stay around $20k, but I have some room in the budget if it’s a really good example. I’ve also been looking at Nomadic Van, and I believe they have some around the $30k+ range that have been refurbished and gone through their maintenance process. I’m considering spending more upfront for something that’s been properly sorted rather than buying a cheaper one and immediately dumping money into it. So my budget is up to 33k.
My plan would be to eventually buy another daily driver in a couple years and keep the Delica as an adventure/road trip vehicle.
For those of you who own L400s or 300, Are there any good ones currently for sale that you know of? I’m looking for something with relatively low mileage, preferably a diesel, and ideally something that has already had the major reliability/maintenance items addressed.
Also, am I crazy for considering this as my only vehicle for the next couple years? 😂

Title: Looking for opinions on a few Delica options
Hey everyone, I’m seriously contemplating buying a Delica and I’m currently looking through a bunch of different listings.
I’ve narrowed it down to a few options I’m considering. If anyone here has experience buying/importing Delicas, I’d really appreciate it if you could take a look at some of these and let me know what you think.
I’d especially love to hear thoughts on the condition, mileage, trim, price, and whether any of these stand out as a particularly good or bad choice.
Here are the ones I’m looking at:

https://sp.beforward.jp/mitsubishi/delica-starwagon/cd919300/id/15876742/

https://sp.beforward.jp/mitsubishi/delica-spacegear/cc163083/id/14180487/

https://www.goo-net-exchange.com/usedcars/MITSUBISHI/DELICA\_SPACE\_GEAR/700055107030260704002/

https://www.goo-net-exchange.com/usedcars/MITSUBISHI/DELICA\_SPACE\_GEAR/700100290730240124003/

https://www.goo-net-exchange.com/usedcars/MITSUBISHI/DELICA\_STAR\_WAGON/700102067530260725001/

https://www.goo-net-exchange.com/usedcars/MITSUBISHI/DELICA\_STAR\_WAGON/700115038130251219002/

https://www.goo-net-exchange.com/usedcars/MITSUBISHI/DELICA\_STAR\_WAGON/700102067530260110006/

Would really appreciate any opinions or things you guys notice that I might be overlooking. Thanks!

Hi Everyone,

I am looking at importing a 2026 model Delica into Melbourne, Victoria. I have been told it needs to be converted into a campervan for SEV compliance and then I can convert it back, what has everyone done to make this as cheap as possible? What are the stipulations of making something a camper that will make it compliant? I don't want it to be a camper, I would like it to be original as possible, thanks!

I’m planning to drive to Tukyotatuk (on the artic sea , farther north you can get by road in Canada), and I’m trying to find the right vehicle.

The challenge of this road is the last stretch is rough (Dempsey hwy), and there is NO support whatsoever. So you need something that is reliable and can handle the rough.

I’m looking at several options. Delicas are cheap (compared to a Land Cruiser or truck) and big so you can sleep inside comfortably.

Now, I m hesitating between go a L400 or a D5. The L400 will handle the rough easy. It’s easier to fix, but I also won’t find parts up there. Also it will be 5 to 10 years older than a D5 so it needs constant maintenance (meh).

The D5 is a « modern » platform , outlander engine will be easy to source, but it’s harder / more complex to DIY. It can handle some rough as long as things don’t get messy (like large puddles of mud).

Did I get that right ?

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