Whats up guys? Im a noob to the forum, just puchased my first Mazda yesterday!
I've owned a few GM's with mixed emotions (Loved my 88 Caddy), **** Dodge & Chrysler!!!
but in my "tireless" search for a new vehicle i stumbled upon this nice lil mazda..
2003 Protege 5 with 50k miles 100% STOCK! at a price you couldn't shake a stick at (after some haggling of course)
Some of the posts i've read have been very informative (Thank You) and im looking forward to getting to know some of you as i get to know my newly acquired vehicle...
Couple Questions, im sure they've been addressed i looked around a little but like i said im new i've been a member for like an hour take it easy on me they're just questions!
My backlighting on my cluster BLOWS it has the black gauges is this NORML?
~also looked at Replacement and can only find like Blue Reverse Glows anyone know where i can get like red or orange (blue isn't the color scheme im shooting for) Or should i just get some LED's and light it from the front?
Can i get 18x8 +42mm offset wheels on this with out any body mods? and Has anyone attempted to put 20's on a P5 and how much work does this take?
Also Tuning up in the next couple of days saw NGK plugs were recommended anyone use e3 plugs? Preference? wire preferences Welcome too! (Should i remove the EGR just to see if it needs cleaning?) any other personal tune up rituals?
Cold Air - K&N? Ingen? Preferences?
Also would Like to know some or your preferences on Suspension, with personal exp. of brands to stay away from and personal favorites.
i was also a little disappointed to see no real options in aftermarket lighting such as projectors/Halo's and LED Tail Lights if anyone knows where i can find a broader selection on these items it would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks Guys Looking forward to hearing your responses! (jerkit)(evil)
P.S. i'll try to get some Pix up so you can see what she looks like now before i start Jazzing her up a bit!
I've owned a few GM's with mixed emotions (Loved my 88 Caddy), **** Dodge & Chrysler!!!
but in my "tireless" search for a new vehicle i stumbled upon this nice lil mazda..
2003 Protege 5 with 50k miles 100% STOCK! at a price you couldn't shake a stick at (after some haggling of course)
Some of the posts i've read have been very informative (Thank You) and im looking forward to getting to know some of you as i get to know my newly acquired vehicle...
Couple Questions, im sure they've been addressed i looked around a little but like i said im new i've been a member for like an hour take it easy on me they're just questions!
My backlighting on my cluster BLOWS it has the black gauges is this NORML?
~also looked at Replacement and can only find like Blue Reverse Glows anyone know where i can get like red or orange (blue isn't the color scheme im shooting for) Or should i just get some LED's and light it from the front?
Can i get 18x8 +42mm offset wheels on this with out any body mods? and Has anyone attempted to put 20's on a P5 and how much work does this take?
Also Tuning up in the next couple of days saw NGK plugs were recommended anyone use e3 plugs? Preference? wire preferences Welcome too! (Should i remove the EGR just to see if it needs cleaning?) any other personal tune up rituals?
Cold Air - K&N? Ingen? Preferences?
Also would Like to know some or your preferences on Suspension, with personal exp. of brands to stay away from and personal favorites.
i was also a little disappointed to see no real options in aftermarket lighting such as projectors/Halo's and LED Tail Lights if anyone knows where i can find a broader selection on these items it would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks Guys Looking forward to hearing your responses! (jerkit)(evil)
P.S. i'll try to get some Pix up so you can see what she looks like now before i start Jazzing her up a bit!