Recent content by JJBroc

Still 25-26 mpgs Well have to say it is very consistant for my car. Just filled up again and 25.3 mpgs is the average for the last tank. I do drive hard so I guess I will have to live with this. Fun Fun car and I am likin' the forum for lots of info. Thanks again guys JJBroc

good feedback Thanks I appreciate all the feedback. Going to change plugs this weekend, they are probably original, noticeable difference?, doubt it. Haven't really messed with the car yet.

why a tranny swap I agree with 12DrivemyP5, if you want a manual tranny its easier just to sell your car and replace it. Probably save you money, not to mention the headaches. Especially if it is pretty much stock. I wish I didn't buy this auto P5 and I am strongly contemplating getting rid...

Thanks Thanks for the replies! Yeah I realize I could slow down a bit and get better gas mileage. But it is a traffic free highway I drive in Rhode Island and I am not to worried about be pulled over. Guess I should try the low 70's, but I still don't see how that would make such a huge...

Low Low Miles Here!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I believe I am in the running for the lowest mileage, I have an '03 with 18,000 original. I bought it last month with 15,100. I dirve crazy miles so I always look for used cars with low miles. I just placed a post with mpg and rpm/mph questions, 11/16/2007...

I believe I am in the running for the lowest mileage, I have an '03 with 18,000 original. I bought it last month with 15,100. I dirve crazy miles so I always look for used cars with low miles. I just placed a post with mpg and rpm/mph questions, 11/16/2007. Please check it out and reply with...

Hi, How is everyone? I have been enjoying my 2003 Protege5 since I bought it. It only has about 18000 original miles on it. Automatic. My question is gas mileage. I thought I would be getting over 30 mpgs with this. Not the case, I am averaging about 25 mpgs. I drive 90% highway and...

Hey, how is everyone. I just bought a 2003 Mazda Protege5 (hatch). My first automatic in years. Color silver. It has leather and the hole in the roof, it was a blast to drive over the weekend. It has 15,000 original miles, everything is like new with the exception of the small dent over the...