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    2012 MS3 Total Stereo Replacement

    Please help!!! I live in L.A. and you'd think here definitive answer would be easy to come by, but not the case. I've had my brand new 2012 MS3 for 2 weeks now and everysphop I've been to has given me a different answer. I have an entire stereo system from my last car. I'm dying to get it...
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    Loose valve problem???

    my 02 protege 5 just started to make this annoying rattle, i have gotten this checked out and i was told it was a loose valve, but after looking at some videos and not finding a similar sound well im not sure. the sound is similar to a loose manifold,( not the problem ) the rattling only...
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    New member w/ '02 Protege 5, looking for input...

    Hey guys. Im new on here and this last friday my wife and I bought an '02 Protege 5 with 91k miles, and I wanna do a little modding on it. Before I get started I would like a little feedback from people that have already done some of these things. Should I go Cold Air intake or short ram...
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    Upgrades?

    Just wondering if anyone that's had a "2" for awhile knows of any readily available mods? Have found a rally suspension from D2 Racing that looks interesting, and a co-worker found a body kit available at a local independent shop that looks pretty good. Mostly what I'm after is a little extra...
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    audio issues

    hi. when i'm driving and put on the brakes or accelerate the bass seams to go away. the bass is -6 on the knob, but almost does not exist sometimes. any idea whats up with the audio?
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    Wastegate opening too early

    So, i have the forge WGA and the 5-10psi spring (green). And it'll hold boost until WOT, and just really low boost after. Weak spring, or upgrade spring? any ideas?
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    Top end rebuild. Need help locating parts.

    '07 CX 7 DOHC 2.3L Turbo charged is my project. Needing to find an online website to locate the following: Pistons and Rings, Timing Chain, Head and Intake Gaskets and all the little stuff. Did a brief search of forum so forgive if I am duplicating. Any assistance is appreciated. Thanks...
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    Will a 98 626 2.0 fit in my 03 mazdaspeed protege??

    Hey i have 2003 mazdaspeed protege and was wondering if a 1998 mazda 626 2.0 engine will fit since i was told it would plus the engine is only 200.00,any help would be greatly appreciated,Thanks
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    Air Box Modding

    I've been reading alot regarding the various ways to mod my intake system. I'm new to modding and don't want to spend too much money to begin with. One option I am looking at is what's referred to as the "swiss cheese" air box mod. This involves drilling holes in the lower portion of the air box...
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    Need Help

    I have been having problems with my 2000 1.6 liter mazda protege and have discovered that the plug to one of my ignition coils was broken. All I need is the plug with a few inches of cable correctly attached to it and I'll be set to jet. I have found that it is nearly impossible to find a...
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    2002 Mazda protege 5. need help!

    Basically, I'm having an issue. My engine seized up due to a flood in my area. The bottom end is destroyed; However, the head is ok. Is there any other motors that I can use in my car other than 2001-2003 protege 2.0l fs? I can not find one around my area anywhere. Or will another complete...
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    Help with 2005 Mazda 3 S stock GPS

    Hello, I am new to this community, basically as of today I am the proud owner of a 2005 Mazda 3 S. Anyways my problem is that the stock GPS has a "voice" button near the gearbox, and the issue that I am having with it is that I pushed it in, and now it is stuck in and the GPS no longer works. I...
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    Head Unit Lights Staying On When Everything Else is Off

    I realized that I posted this in the wrong place but didn't know how to move the original, so, sorry for the repost. So, as of two nights ago I've noticed my head unit's lights are staying on all the time - even after I've turned off the lights, exited the car, and locked the doors. . . ...
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    e manuals and eom part numbers

    Hey everybody, I have recently aquired a login to all data diy, which shows break downs and trouble shooting procedures for the mx6 2.0 fs series cars. i will not give out my password but i am willing to give out e copies on any and all subjects that one might want. all i ask in return is that...
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    Turbo Help

    I am an owner of a blue MP3. I am looking to convert the NA engine to Turbo engine. I would like to kindly ask if anyone can give me a complete list of what I need for a turbo conversion. also do I NEED a different ECU tune. Thanks alot.
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    Body kit question.

    I am currently thinking about getting a VIS racing front bumper because I had a deer run into me about two nights ago and mutilate my driver side cosmetics. All the parts I see say like 04-09 hb. None specifically say speed. Will the regular 3 hb bumper and hood fit up with the speed? I assumed...
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    HELP!! Spooling sound from engine

    So I first noticed this last night. in my 03 NA P5 From the passenger side of the engine bay there is a spooling/whining sound. I took a look and its either the pulleys, alternator, or something from that area. Its only noticeable from 3+ rpms but so far hasnt effected any performance of the...
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    HEEELLLPPPP!!!!! w/ '02 Protege5

    Hey guys. i have a prblem.... out of the sudden after a tune up and a waterpump/timing belt change...my RPS are going crazy... first let me tell you that my timing its "on" its place, i had it inspected by two mechs....here is the problem: whe driving, and all of the sudden the light turns red...
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    Sedan or Hatchback?

    Looking to buy a Protege and having trouble choosing hatch or sedan. Any insight, opinions, suggestions?
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    Two questions..

    Does anyone know the torque specifications for spark plugs on a '02 Protege 5? I've done a little searching and haven't had much luck. Also, I'm looking to remove the roof rack that came with my car. Does anyone know where I can buy the seals to replace the rack? Thanks!
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