Recent content by 00MazPro

Thanks for starting this thread! I've got a '00 LX and getting a clunking sound when I go over bumps as well. The sound is coming from the front passenger side of my car. I'll be taking a closer inspection this weekend.

Oh ok! I switched to Reverse yesterday afternoon, and noticed more punch to the bass. I switched back to Normal until I knew exactly what this was for first. Because of the extra punch in Reverse mode, I probably have to change the phase from the Normal position. Now, if this is the case, then...

Alright all you audio gurus! I've never been able to figure this out, and to be honest, have never seeked to find out what it was, but what is the difference between selecting Normal or Reverse as the subwoofer phase? I recently purchases a brand new Pioneer HU for my '00 Protege and installed a...

Well, I got home and check things out. I started dismissing the bad coil idea since it really only did the sputtering at low RPMs, figuring that if they were bad, I still had some time. I pulled the coil pack and wires out...number 4, dry...number 3, dry...number 2, same...number, wet. There was...

I got you.

Should I stay away from places like Auto Zone for this, or will I be better off contacting my local dealer for the coils?

Hey everyone! I've mentioned this before already, but it's probably a good idea to do it again since I'm still relatively new on the board. I purchased a '00 Protege LX with a 1.6L (automatic) from my mother-in-law back in July of this year. The car had seen better days, but fortuneately the...

I'll make note of this. I haven't had this problem, and I have the same exact car as you. The only difference with mine is that I have almost 108,000 miles. I had the transmission flushed and filled, and the filter replaced back in July.

Me: Yes, sir! What seems to be the problem? Officer: You were doing 75 mph in 60 mph zone. Was there a reason for that? Me: I thought you wanted to race? Officer: No, why would I want to do that? Me: I don't know. But since I won, you know that means that I don't get a ticket, right? Officer...

Great question! I too would like to know.

I'm in the same boat as you groovy! I too have a 1.6L LX, however I have been able to find some aftermarket performance parts for it. Don't know about you, but I have an automatic transmission and from experience, they don't hold up to well once you start putting down gobbs of power. Thanks...

I went ahead and purchased a brand new Pioneer HU and a pair of 6x9s for the rear. I was looking at the stock ones and the surround are about 60% gone. There isn't anymore bass response out of the rear speakers. I'm keeping the stock 6x8s for now as they are still in good shape. I will, however...

Here's the deal. I have a '00 Mazda Protege LX that I've been trying to "revive". I plan on picking up a new stereo this weekend and installing it soon after. I love music, and while I only spend on average about 30% of my day in my car, I still want something that sounds nice. Something I'll...

I have an opportunity to build a turbo kit for my '00 Protege, but I've been hesitant in taking the chance since I have an auto tranny. Exactly how much power can the auto tranny take in these cars? I'm not looking to build a beast, but just something modest. Maybe 8-10 PSI tops. I know Lentech...

Yeah, belt dressing didn't work for me. I have a feeling in my gut I'll need to have the compressor replaced. I'll likely replace the belts too since I'm sure my mother-in-law has never had them replaced, or if she has, it's been a long time. You know, on my old '96 Accord, I used to switch to...