suspension

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    WTB-Exhaust and coilovers

    I need an exhaust new or used for a 1992 Mazda protege. Also a decent set of coilovers would be nice. PM me
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    SpeedProtege Coilovers..?

    Hey everyone, new here, just got my speed protege a few weeks back! And I am thinking about lowering the car. The stock suspensions on its way out, and I wanted too lower the car anyway, so seems like a perfect time to upgrade. The thing is, I'm not particularly wise when it comes too...
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    Help Needed: Rear suspension too low, New struts needed?

    The rear end on my MSP is too low. As well, I have the dreaded CLUNK. So, my questions are; -How should fix the Lazy ass end? new struts or springs? or do i replace them with coilovers? if I am not going to race/track the car, is there any point to coilovers? -HOW DO I GET RID OF THE...
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    MAZDA5 front sway bar?

    Hey guys! Noob here, at least for upgrading my 5. its a 2007, and i'm ordering the BC racing coilovers. with that, I also plan to upgrade the sway bars but cannot find the aftermarket upgrade for the front sway bar. DO i need it? Will it make a difference? I was going to go with Koni Yellows...
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    protege front suspension

    whelp, as much as i dont want to spend money atm, i need at least the front passenger strut So let me know what you have available, since im doing suspension anyways at the moment im considering everything up to full coilovers if theyre the right price
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    MSP Full Build

    I cant find info anywhere. Im doing a full build on my MSP, bore .020, forged crank, forged eagle rods, forged wiseco pistons, stage3 clutch, ARP head studs and bolts, AEM management(replacing SplitSecond), 440cc injectors, possibly 255lph fuel pump. Gonna be looking at about 400hp/380ftlbs...
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    2000 Protege 2in Drop?

    Hey guys, I was wondering what a 2in drop would look like on a protege. Right now I'm sitting at stock height with all original struts etc. I've found some Megan racing springs cheap.They say its a 1.9in drop so I figured It'll be like 2in. Would it also be safe to drive on the stock struts...
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    Will 03 Suspension fit on 99 proteges?

    I have a set of Tokico blues with H&R Springs on stock top hats for the 2003 Mazda Protege5. My friend desperately needs suspension, will my Tokico's be compatible with her 1999 Protege LX?
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    Front suspension noise anyone?

    So I have had my 6 GT since labor day, and it has 600 miles on it. I noticed a couple of days ago that when I go over a speed bump, I hear a clunking noise as soon as the tires meet and exit the bump. I am also noticing the same noise when I go over a larger bump or turn from a dead stop, all...
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    WTB: Stock Suspension Parts

    I am looking to buy stock struts for a 2007-2009 Mazdaspeed 3. PM me if you have a set. Looking to spend around $250 + shipping.
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    Megan Coilover System Issues on an MP5

    I wanted to know if anyone has had or has a remedy to this problem. I have Megan's street series coilovers MR-CDK-MP501. There has been an issue with the top mount bolt loosening about every six months since I installed them 2 years ago. When the issue comes back there is a clicking noise when...
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    99-03 protege coilovers

    Hey everyone I'm looking for a new or used set of coilovers or spring setup. I have a 99 protege lx so let me know if anyone knows of some for sale. Even just lowering springs on stock struts would be fine I'm just looking for a good drop for my DD. let me know thanks.
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    KW Variant 1 Coilovers

    Had a set of KW variant 1 coilovers installed about a month ago and have had some squeaking issues. I took the wheels off the fronts and felt/heard the plastic collar that separates the helper spring and regular one rubbing against the threaded portion. I contacted KW and tried all of their...
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    Uk owner of 323 (protege5)

    Hi guys I've recently bought an 03 mazda 323 here in the uk! These cars aren't as popular over here as they are in the states. So was wondering if any of you guys could help me out? I'm looking at stancing the vehicle (hella flush in the USA) I can find a few vids on YouTube but none with much...
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    Original MSP Struts

    SOLD I have a set of original struts that I took off my car about 2 years ago and have been sitting in my garage. They still compress and rebound fine and have no leaks, I only replaced them because I came across the adjustable Illumina strut/spring kit for $400 and decided it was a sign to...
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    1994 Protege DX Stabilizer Bar

    First things first, I'm Green with auto repair. I have removed both sway bar links however the hole at the end of the passenger side sway bar that mounts to the link bushing has broken. I'm trying to remove the entire sway bar but have no room to just pull it out. It is totally free from...
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    Eibach Pro-Kit "Rear" Springs.

    Brand new set of Eibach pro-kit rear springs. never been installed, or takin out of box. Long story short, i was sent the wrong set, so the guy sent me a new set of rear springs. They are the pro kit springs for the MSP. Sold the car before they arrived in the mail. 60$ takes them, that...
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    WTB: mp5 coilovers

    if anyones got used coilovers, i could definitely use them!
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    Suspension..Noob...Please assist!

    Hey everyone, This is my first post on the forums, and I could use a little help with the precise parts to get to replace my suspension. As of now, my '02 P5 has clunks in the front end, and the handling is crap compared to what it was a few years ago. On sharp corners, the front end bounces...
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    think I found the source of the clunking...

    The clunking from the right rear suspension area of my '01 Pro ES started at about 120k, and the problem revealed itself loudly at 199k... Top: Bottom: I'm replacing both rear upper strut mounts with KYB mounts. Still the Rustoge is slowly turning into dust...
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