Paul the Protege Build Thread!

UPDATE

So... ive been gone awhile and had big plans, however I started working full time and just didn't get anything done. Leaving the job now as College is starting soon.

Here's what's happened to "Paul"(boom01)

I ordered a weighted knob for my Ralco RZ short shifter (which I love) and the knob is awesome! It was only $30, give or take a couple bucks. However it was 26 days LATE! But for the price the 340g knob is great!
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Got bored one night and stopped on my way back from work and picked up some engine enamel. Cleaned up and painted the valve cover, turned out pretty good I think. was planning on doing the lettering in white aswell but I got lazy lol
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Ordered some yellow fog tint and it definitely looks sharp! I've fooled almost everyone into thinking they're HID fogs;) (Pic's don't do any justice at all...)
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Last Sunday while the delay was going on during the Seahawks/Niners game, found an ad on craigslist for these 4 wheels with some wear, came with the rubber for only $120 so I swooped them and returned in time to watch my Hawks dominate. (fronts have about 80-90% tread left, while my rears only 50-60)
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So anyways the next day I got my buddies together and we went to work, well lazy fun work haha, plastidipped the wheels, painted my calipers yellow and awaited the release of GTA V! (the bigger tires make my car look slightly lowered;) )
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And heres just some fun pics to look at!

Old but love this picture
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Dirty engine...
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My buddys uncle has an 02 mazdaspeed and is gonna sell me the catback system for it for a good price! was too loud for him. Also want to get a lip, but don't want to spend a bunch. was looking at an 06 WRX lip. Any recommendations?
 
Get a side profile shot of your car with the new wheels! I have the same color as you, and I am quite envious of the condition your car is in. I bought mine with some exterior cosmetic damage and have always felt like it won't be worth the money to fix. However, just seeing your car really makes me want to change my mind!
 
Get a side profile shot of your car with the new wheels! I have the same color as you, and I am quite envious of the condition your car is in. I bought mine with some exterior cosmetic damage and have always felt like it won't be worth the money to fix. However, just seeing your car really makes me want to change my mind!

Tell ya what, I'll wash it this weekend and see if I can get some time to take a decent picture;)
 
Get a side profile shot of your car with the new wheels! I have the same color as you, and I am quite envious of the condition your car is in. I bought mine with some exterior cosmetic damage and have always felt like it won't be worth the money to fix. However, just seeing your car really makes me want to change my mind!

Actually just found this on my phone! not the best picture but its all i have for now!
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Instagram: Pimpecoven
More frequent pics, sometimes non car pics. Don't have to follow but check it out every now and then:)
 
How did you get the emblems off your hatch? I pulled my cover off and i cant tell if i can get them off without breaking them.
 
How did you get the emblems off your hatch? I pulled my cover off and i cant tell if i can get them off without breaking them.

It's recommended to use a heat gun and some fishing line. But I used my moms blow dryer and some dental floss;)
 
that tire size has increased your overall wheel circumference a fair amount over stock, no?

Yes! I'm really only running them because i found a screw dug into the wall of my set of all seasons:/ Looking into buying some 17's though, and then getting a nice drop. Hopefully coils this summer:)
 
I don't. It means winter's coming :(






Kidding on not liking it. Looks pretty neat :)

Like what you've done thus far. I'm wondering how many P5 owners are college aged kids. You, Bastian, and I are, I know that much. Not sure who else though... Heh.
 
I don't. It means winter's coming :(





Kidding on not liking it. Looks pretty neat :)

Like what you've done thus far. I'm wondering how many P5 owners are college aged kids. You, Bastian, and I are, I know that much. Not sure who else though... Heh.

hehehe bring out the steelies! and good question! My build will really begin this summer:)
 
I'm wondering how many P5 owners are college aged kids. You, Bastian, and I are, I know that much. Not sure who else though... Heh.

I am! I'm getting plenty of ideas on what to do from threads like these. Too bad the auto lab on campus closed for the semester, cuz it's too cold to do anything besides take pictures. :/
 
I won my fantasy football draft and side bets! $550 payout;) I'm in the market for new rims, suggestions? looking for silver mainly! 16/17 inch!
 
Looking into 16x7.5 Konig Roller +40, should fit, but a couple fitment sites say it wont? Can anyone who's smart with wheels confirm please?:)
 

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