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    ECU Question

    I am looking to perform an swap out on my MP5 to a 2003 MSP engine however I am having a hard time finding the ECU/M. Can anyone tell me which model I should be looking for? These are the options at my local reseller. Elec Cont Unit (ECU), (under R. side of dash), 2.0L, MT, MAZDASPEED, ID...
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    WTB: Protege5 Headliner, Roof Rack

    I need to replace my headliner and need one with the SunRoof/Moonroof peices. And i would like to install the roof rack while the headliner is removed. Thanks, Ben
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    MP5 MSP Engine Swap, any thoughts?

    Guys, I have access to a MSP Engine, is there any reason that this shouldnt be an easy swap into my MP5? Thanks, Grey
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    WTB 2003 Protege5 Roof Rack

    Anyone have the OEM roof rack available? If so reply with cost. Shipped to 08530
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    Painting a P5

    Guys I am looking to paint my P5 from the Yellow to a black or charcoal gray. Does anyone know how much a paint job like this would run me? Has anyone done this? Thanks, Grey
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    NYC Paint Shops?

    Whatsup guys I am new to the NY forum and I am looking to totally change the color of my MP5. Does anyone know of any shops that do good work at a reasonable price? Thanks.
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    Burning Oil

    Guys, I am in need of some help. The tip of my spark plug blew out and apparently scared up my cylinder wall. Now I am burning oil. I would like to fix this but apparently my option is to bore out the cylinders and get larger pistons. OOOOOOOOOOOOr do an engine swap. Any ideas or advice...
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    Custom Sub Enclosure for the Pro5?

    Does anyone have a custom sub enclosure built into their Pro5's? Pictures, designs, who built the box would be helpful. I am looking to tuck a 10inch sub away so I can use the trunk/hatch as intended. Thanks, Grey
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    Offset

    Hey guys, my intention to pick up an MS6/3 died when I saw my payment cuz I am upside down in my MP5. Well anyway, I am looking at rims and wonder what offset you guys are using on 17's. I have a set of 205/45/17's sitting in the dining room with no home. Thanks.
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    WTB: All black 17in rims for Pro5

    Anyone have all black rims they would like to get rid of please let me know. I am looking for 17's that fit a Pro5. Thanks
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    Preping Pro5 for trade-in for MS3 or MS6

    After being on the fence for the past 3 months regarding trading in my Pro5 for either a MS3 or MS6, I have decided its time to get the 5 ready to be traded in. I am lucky however that I have basically no mods. I wil need a replacement factory sub for the spare tire but thats basically it...
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    What wheels should I get for 205/45/17's?

    Hey guys I have been given brand new 205/45/17's off of my cousin's Miata. These are pretty sweet tires with only 8 miles of use from the sales floor to my cousin's garage. I checked Rishie's fitment guide and this tire size is not mentioned. I am looking for the rim fitment specs for this...
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    Please check my thread under rims/ tires/ brakes/ suspension

    Hey guys, Thanks for being helpful in the past, I have come across a private seller that has some pretty sweet rims for sale but they are from europe and I am unsure if the offset will fit my MP5. Im not sure if anyone here is familiar with Euro fitment standards but the offset stamped on the...
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    Protege5 vs. Mille Milgia Action Rims

    I have come across a private seller that has a set of all black Mille Milgia Action rims with a 5x114 lug pattern. The seller is not sure of the offset so I am not sure if I should invest in them and end up with RIMS I cannot use. I currently have 205/40/17 tires that I intend to use with...
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    MazdaSpeed3

    Has anyone drove the MazdaSpeed3? Has anyone priced insurance for the Mazdaspeed3? I have called Esurance, Progressive, and Nationwide without any of them able to give me a quote because the car is so new. Thanks
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    In need of more insight! Lug Pattern Conversion?

    I have fallen in love with a set of rims that are only available in a 5x100 lug pattern. Here in lies my problem. I have a MP5 and have a 5x114 lug pattern. Can my lug pattern be changed? How difficult is it to do? Has anyone ever done it? Please reply ASAP, I dont want to let my...
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    Brakes

    I need to replace my front rotors because I took to long to get the pads replaced. The question is what are the advantages of drilled and slotted Rotors? And if I put them in the front should I also have them in the back? Secondly, any opinions on the type of brake pad to use? Thanks, Grey
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    Turbo?

    Anyone in the group turbo'd their Protege? If so please provide some feed back on cost, and if it was worth the effort. I am a daily driver and the only complaint I have about my Protege is that it deserves more power. :) Thank you in advance, Grey
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    Protege 5 mods

    Whatsup guys, I am a new member to this forum and want to get advice, insite and some direction regarding modifying my MP5. The vehicle is primarily stock besides some MP3 rims, and a kicker sub in the back. I am looking for guidence with modifying my MP5 for speed and handling. I understand...
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