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    The Faster ,The speed, The Bigger ,THE MESS

    Interesting video...is it me or did the girl sitting on the wall look like "Posh" Spice? It's either her or someone who strongly resembles her.
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    squeaky rear of car

    Don't bother replacing the oem bushings with another set of oem bushings. They wear out prematurely due to their placement/location on the swaybar. I bought a set of urethane bushings (20mm) from AWR. I used to get those horrible squeaking sounds getting out of my car which have now stopped...
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    Stock looking flip-out head unit?

    Yes, when the display stopped working, the face still flipped/flips over. It plays fine, but no display now. I thought it was a "glitch" in the unit because it happened before, but the display has not come back to life like it did previously. I may still look into having it repaired when I...
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    Stock looking flip-out head unit?

    I recently replaced my stock headunit with this model: Kenwood Excelon KDC-X591. No, it doesn't have a flip down face. But, I can confirm it uses the stock harness (in the MSP). It's just plug and play. It also has a usb cable (routed to my glovebox) so you can play music files right off of...
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    Rims need some feedback

    Sweet rims. Heck, I may even buy a set with my Christmas bonus. You can get an offset of 48mm and keep the stock tire size for the MSP. Here's the link: http://maxspeedperformance.com/xcart/home.php.
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    Black Lug Nuts

    I bought some from Amazon.com if you can believe it. I thought I got a good deal. Here is the link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AM2E9S/sr=1-5/qid=1156494101/ref=sr_1_5/002-6689453-9278442?ie=UTF8&s=automotive.
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    help....open suggestions to upgrades

    If you are looking for performance enhancements, I would recommend hardpipes and an upgraded SMIC. According to the dyno, it's good for roughly twenty more horsepower. I got hardpipes and will be purchasing a upgraded SMIC in a month or so. You could get a Samco intercooler "hot-side" pipe...
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    Retracted Regsignation

    I would do what 210_ZOOM suggests. The company you work for doesn't sound too stable at all. You have to look out for your own welfare and interests. Just from my own personal experience, upper management and the top executives will sell you out in a heartbeat for their self-preservation. It...
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    Samco IC hose installed

    It's much cheaper than a set of hardpipes. I'm far from an expert, but the "hot-side" pipe replacement is supposed the make the most difference. Also, the properties of silicone enable it to handle heat better (doesn't get as hot as the oem pipe).
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    Alejo's Pulguero (flea market)

    Hey, I received the heat shield and the cargo net today. (The package may have arrived a day or two before, but I just checked my mail today.) Both items are in great condition. I would purchase items from you again without a second thought. You have one very satisfied customer here. Thank...
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    I got hit - Nobody fessed up.

    I'm betting the damage is going to be at least $1000.00 (probably more). It'll be classified as a "Hit & Run." You'll have to pay your deductible, but you'll be covered under collision. I would recommend filing an incident report with your local police. It may not help much, but it...
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    Help: MSP Windshield Part #

    Yes, the regular 2003 Protege 4dr will fit the MSP just fine. That's the windshield I requested when my original one cracked due to a rock hitting it. (If I remember correctly, the Mazdaspeed Protege OEM windshield was not factory tinted at the top of the windshield.) I replaced mine with...
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    HELP! Computer wont load windows

    Use this free tool: Darik's Boot and Nuke. Well, you will have to have access to another computer to make a useable disc, but I can personally verify it works well. It'll wipe the drive clean, then you can reinstall Windows. I suggest you use a disc imaging program such as Acronis TrueImage...
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    Mazda wrecked my MSP.

    I doubt your vehicle will be a total loss. I would demand they replace your vehicle with one of comparable value or give you one extreme discount on a model of your choice. If they won't budge, call corporate or use the media. If this dealer does major business in the San Diego area, the...
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    Love Hurts...Period (Rant)

    I wouldn't advise you to "lay down the line" to her. In my experience, woman don't generally respond well to ultimatums (kind of like "Daddy" telling his daughter what he doesn't to want to see her doing and you know what happens next...). I would suggest you tell her that you want a break for...
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    Love Hurts...Period (Rant)

    I agree with what you state here. But, give her some space and let your actions/behavior be determined by what you want. Do what is best for you. If she is there in the end, then fine. If she isn't there in the end, then you still did what was best for you and finding happiness in your...
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    my accident

    Well if the estimated costs of repairs is close to 80% of the total value of the vehicle, then it will most likely be totalled. Also, estimated damage is is calculated from a visual inspection. If you had collision coverage and the car were actually tore down, I would bet more hidden damage...
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    my accident

    I'd would say that's a "total loss" if you had collision coverage. I happen to be a casualty adjuster and could almost guarantee a total loss adjuster would be calling to talk to you about a settlement after they figured out the current market value of your car. You'd be able to keep the...
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    Badge

    Check here: CorkSport and look on page 2. Probably get one for my Speed.
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    Racing Beat catback installed

    Where did you get the "Familia" emblem? ...would like one myself.
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