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  1. BenjiHoggi

    DIY Auto Headlights with keyless entry

    Hardware Here's an Arduino nano if you haven't seen one. I dug around under the dash until I found the keyless entry module. Just one screw to remove it, and removing the plug obviously. Size comparison with the nano. More later on how I plan to package the Arduino. The module opens...
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    DIY Auto Headlights with keyless entry

    This might get a little nerdy. Mostly documenting for future reference for myself and others. Technical Details I'm using an Arduino nano. Main reason for this is the convenience of the built in voltage regulator which supports an input of 7-12v per the Arduino spec sheet, but according to...
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  10. BenjiHoggi

    DIY Auto Headlights with keyless entry

    I've always liked the idea of adding smart convenience features to an older vehicle. As someone with a background in what boils down to electrical and computer engineering, it's not too challenging of a proposition, depending on the vehicle and desired functionality. And I just so happen to...
  11. BenjiHoggi

    The long road and into the final stretch...

    Dang where'd all the pictures go?? The ones I can see look great though.
  12. BenjiHoggi

    2003 Protege5 FSZE Engine swap issues and options?

    I'm not an expert and I would have to take some more time to find sources for you but I believe the JDM motors, even non ZEs run slightly different compression which can cause pinging. I've heard stories of people in your exact boat that had the same problem. Don't quote me but I believe they...
  13. BenjiHoggi

    What have you done to your P5 today?

    I always hated how flimsy the Protege doors felt when closing, even compared to other crappy cars like 90s Fords and Hondas! I definitely need to do both of these on my P5.
  14. BenjiHoggi

    Mazdaspeed Protege Rear caliper bracket

    I ended up finding a bracket elsewhere, so this can now be closed. A tad bit of info for anyone who might see this: the brackets are symmetrical and are the same on both sides.
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    What have you done to your P5 today?

    I did notice that. I used a pliers to rotate the pistons back and it was super easy. I guess I've heard the MSP calipers have less issues with seizing which is why I went with them. I've gone through multiple new and used P5 rear calipers on both sides in the last couple years and was...
  16. BenjiHoggi

    What have you done to your P5 today?

    Just completed a MSP rear brake swap - calipers, rotors and pads. Pretty straight forward once I had all the parts. Feels really good. Nice to have a parking brake again too. Really hoping this setup lasts longer than the P5 brakes I had on before which kept seizing and causing problems. I...
  17. BenjiHoggi

    What have you done to your P5 today?

    You drive a USDM Protege5 in Japan? That's sick! Couple of people on here with P5s in other countries but not Japan that I've seen.
  18. BenjiHoggi

    Options for replacement Mirrors?

    Very good to know, thanks pcb!
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    Options for replacement Mirrors?

    Question for you all. My stock exterior mirrors on both sides are beat. Driver side folds on its own and I just broke the passenger side while washing the car the other day. I need replacements. I took the broken mirror apart and found that the painted cover can be removed, as well as pretty...
  20. BenjiHoggi

    For Sale 2003 Mazdaspeed Protege Part Out!

    I know it's been a while since this was posted, but would you happen to have brake parts still available? Looking for a rear caliper bracket.
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