Just Leased Mazda 3 GT AT

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Mazda 3 Hatch GT AT
hey guys, just leased a mazda 3 hatchback gt automatic, just curious what are some good upgrades i can do to a lease as for as performance goes that wont void anything i personally was thinking cold air intake, cat back exhaust, and header ? would that void? and what product recommendations for those parts. I called up aem they said they did not try there cai on the 2007 engines yet but i am pretty sure they are the same as 06.
 
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chops13 said:
hey guys, just leased a mazda 3 hatchback gt automatic, just curious what are some good upgrades i can do to a lease as for as performance goes that wont void anything i personally was thinking cold air intake, cat back exhaust, and header ? would that void? and what product recommendations for those parts. I called up aem they said they did not try there cai on the 2007 engines yet but i am pretty sure they are the same as 06.

You check Mazda's site, under accessories, to view upgrades that won't void your warranty.
 
automatic?? save the money....dont waste on any upgrade....


chops13 said:
hey guys, just leased a mazda 3 hatchback gt automatic, just curious what are some good upgrades i can do to a lease as for as performance goes that wont void anything i personally was thinking cold air intake, cat back exhaust, and header ? would that void? and what product recommendations for those parts. I called up aem they said they did not try there cai on the 2007 engines yet but i am pretty sure they are the same as 06.
 
It's my understanding that you can't modify a leased vehicle, but I could be wrong. Don't listen to anyone who says automatics are lame. I walk all over MTX owners with my auto, it's a matter a preference and knowing how to use your ATX.
 
^^ yeah it's a matter of preference, but no matter how you use an auto it shifts much slower, doesn't allow arbitrary selection of gears, doesn't allow true engine braking, and uses a very inneficient fluid torque converter that saps power.

Not hatin on the autotragics (lol) just puttin that out there. Automatics have their place, though I do think they should all be replaced with DSG.
 
i dont know about u guys....i have heard many loud exhaust from automatics.....that sound so stupid....and u know its a automatics the way it sound.....if you are gonna get a automatics....just leave the darn car alone...and floor it....thats all u need to do....dont get exhaust and cai to think you will get a big performance gain.....its hopeless

Kansei said:
^^ yeah it's a matter of preference, but no matter how you use an auto it shifts much slower, doesn't allow arbitrary selection of gears, doesn't allow true engine braking, and uses a very inneficient fluid torque converter that saps power.

Not hatin on the autotragics (lol) just puttin that out there. Automatics have their place, though I do think they should all be replaced with DSG.
 
chops13 said:
hey guys, just leased a mazda 3 hatchback gt automatic, just curious what are some good upgrades i can do to a lease as for as performance goes that wont void anything i personally was thinking cold air intake, cat back exhaust, and header ? would that void? and what product recommendations for those parts. I called up aem they said they did not try there cai on the 2007 engines yet but i am pretty sure they are the same as 06.

If you are going make some performance in your car, just do it!! If this will make you happy dont stopping because some advisors say no its useful.
Good luck, send me link if you done something

PS; CAI is same 05, 06, and 07
 
udontknowjack said:
i dont know about u guys....i have heard many loud exhaust from automatics.....that sound so stupid....and u know its a automatics the way it sound.....if you are gonna get a automatics....just leave the darn car alone...and floor it....thats all u need to do....dont get exhaust and cai to think you will get a big performance gain.....its hopeless

You think you will get a bigger performance gain from an exhaust or cai with a manual but not an auto? If I were you I would watch out for any modded dsg gti's in your area, they'll own you.
 
jadonP5 said:
You think you will get a bigger performance gain from an exhaust or cai with a manual but not an auto? If I were you I would watch out for any modded dsg gti's in your area, they'll own you.

those aren't really automatics, they're just sophisticated computer-controlled manual transmissions.
 
alrite im wrong u are right...just spend all the money u want on exhaust and intake and watever u want....whatever makes u happy....i will just laught at you if i see you on the road...with that lame exhaust tone when u step on ur gas.....do what make you happy...lmao....but i just dont understand why would anyone modd a lease car??? isnt it the point....just lease the car for few years and get another one.....but oh well...thats just me


Kansei said:
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(I'm all alone in mazdachat :( )
 
first off my fault i typed leased i meant financed. i have always leased cars i didnt realize what i was typing.a car sometimes in a household is used by more then one person like, my wife who can not drive a manual. if i had a choice i would drive manual, i have a 1970 nova ss that is manual and that is the only way to go, so i understand limitations of auto vs manual, but performance gainers of any type will improve engine dynamics no matter what. i was just looking to free up air in the engine just far a little bit more of power.
 
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sorrie i skip couple of my english class.....broken english is all i speak....but i have 3 cars(including my weekend car 2007 ms3) all paid off....and i own my own house as well....not renting....hmm...it is pretty funny......a chinese dude with broken english living the american dream.....and u have to come up with that to make fun of me!? haha.....sad

jadonP5 said:
We will be happy and laff @ GrammAR
 
last i check...gti is with a turbo....!? and u dont call those auto....its computer-controlled manual transmissions.....and the masta-debata have to make fun of my english cuz u hate on me i have a brand new ms3....dont hate....


jadonP5 said:
You think you will get a bigger performance gain from an exhaust or cai with a manual but not an auto? If I were you I would watch out for any modded dsg gti's in your area, they'll own you.
 
Why would I "hate" on you? I was just trying to defend some poor guy's thread who you deemed to be stupid for trying to gain performance out of a car that he enjoys. My comments were all jokes, looks like you're the one who got your panties in a bunch. I would love for this to go back on topic now.

chops- check out protegegarage also for mods...

click on link in my signature.
 
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