Recent content by Rich2112

I have an automatic. A manual would be nice though because they are fun to drive. But, back to topic, sort of, I couldn't tell you what type of Protege 5 I have. All I know is that I love it. I rarely punch it from a dead stop. When I bought it, the dealer said that is the quickest way to get it...

Hmmm...well another day I learned something. So a sway bar is not a good thing? Or are you saying it I need a special one?

OK. Thanks. Well, I don't have a clutch, unfortunately. I assume that means I don't have to worry.

???? Launch your car? What does that mean?

No more shaking after bumps Just passing this on. Everytime I'd go over little bumps, the front end suspension, or whatever it was, would shake and rattle quite a bit. It was very annoying so I finally took it in to the shop. I'm not very car savvy, but they said they replaced the sway bar...

Thanks to all for the friendly greets!!! :) Well, I am currently living in Knoxville, TN but I am moving up to Syracuse, NY to be closer to family. I'm a long time Upstate NY'er but I forgot my snow driving skills. I think the Protege5 will handle the snow, but not sure. Any insight? My...

Hi all, Just got my P5 Friday, 2002 model w/ 49K miles. I love it so far. Lotsa pep and it looks brand new! :) Anyway, I'll poke around here for comments and such, but perhaps I could get some quick direction on how to replace the factory stereo myself. I've installed a car stereo on my old...