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So i figured like most I'll start this because it'll keep me motivated to keep going with it. Even though i'm a college student I put more money into this car than anything so I'll share the journey. I've already done allot so these recent posts will be from the past to now. Then we'll keep...

I did my parents a favor and it cost me $87 Took an old TV to Best Buy for recycling and found an "open box" special on Pioneer 6x8 4 way speakers for $40.99 plus tax. Also found the last pair that wasn't open box for the same price, as they are having a special. This was on Monday (12-15-14)...

Hey, I just bought a 2009 mazda3 I touring an I am looking to modify it a little. I am thinking of a exhaust system, which brand is best when it comes to sound and price? Also, I am interested in a sound system, is it fairly easy to do? Lastly, should I do a cold air intake, what are the pros...

I've been searching high and low for a 2014 Mazda 6 short shifter kit with no luck. TWM doesn't seem to have it either. Is there a manufacturer out there that makes one? If one does't exist yet, what's the next best thing to minimize the action?

Wiper Switch, Variable Intermittent, WITHOUT Rear Wiper/Washer For Protege sedans, 99-03 Source: 1st Gen Mazda6 sedans (ALL SOLD) $25 ea, shipped Info Threads: http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123740329-Swapping-wiper-stalk-to-intermittent-wipers...

I've been looking around trying to find some information on what to do with my car, but I figure just making a thread would get me the answers I need. --- I've got a 2007 Mazda 3 with the "Premium" Sound System, meaning stock everything. I plan on installing a 12" P3 w/ a 500w mono-class amp...

I recently transitioned from Volkswagen to Mazda, bought myself a 2007 Mazda6 Sport GT-V6, and oh boy is she a beauty, but she has balls too! Definitely a drag queen. Anyway, I've always had this itch to slightly modify every single car I've owned, hence why I'm here. I have absolutely no idea...

What's up guys I just bought a 2002 protege Dx and I've been looking around on here and I've seen some pretty sweet transformations from a basic stock look to something beautiful. I am still trying to figure out exactly what I want to do with mine. I am new to this whole car enthusiast thing...

I am the new owner of a pre-owned 2013 CX-5. It does not have an entry button in the door handle. I see that some 2014s do have this option. People in the dealership seem to have no idea if my car could be upgraded with this option. I would think that all that would be needed would be the...

I've always driven Mazda's as a teen. Now i've finally found one I can call my own! What should I do to her first!? Just putting brand new EBC rotors and Hawk Pads on her this week (for it to pass the safety).

If i put this in hte wrong section Mods please move so all of the mazda community can see this great find please :) I wanted to share some news for all mazdas i have found a few months back. I wanted to wait and see how these brakes hold up before i share with my mazda community. Its...

Hi guys, Anybody know where is the best place in (UK right hand drive Mazda2) the firewall to pass through the power cbale to wire up an amp? I have seen some people on here (USA left hand drive) pass the cable through near to the steering wheel but I cannot see the hole they have shown. Any...

I have a 2002 mazda protege LX base model and I want to do a power window and mirror upgrade. Im getting pretty much everything from a donor car but the parts are going to be shipped to me. Can someone give me a confirmation of what I need to complete this upgrade? Here's a list of parts I'm...

2012 CX-9 seat upholstery replacement Hi, Has anybody tried to replace the factory cloth(or leather) upholstery by yourself? If so how easy were they? THanks!

Hello, new to the forum here Earlier this year i purchased a used 2002 mazda protege es with about 110,000 miles. I havent had any problems with the car until recently the car overheated and got a cel code for misfiring cylender #3, i want to say it was p0303. So first thing i do is replace the...

Hey ya'll I currently just purchased the ebay short ram intake, and it suprisingly sounds good. Anyways though I'm a hundred percent sure i installed everything right but now I got two different check engine light codes. First one was P0300-random misfire, and second time was P0171- bank 1 too...

I need new calipers but I can't find them anywhere. Any ideas of where I can get a pair used or new?

Update-------------------------3-10-2015 The Blue MSP was completely Parted out. But now my Spicy orange MSP decided to throw a rod...... On stock boost! Must have been weakened by the 20k miles with the GT2871rs. She has had a rough life. When I bought her back in 2011, she had some pretty...

Hey guys I was wondering what you guys thought where the ten most important upgrades for racing to an mx-5

I have a CX9 2011 and I'm planning to upgrade the stock audio. My system have a very generic audio with 6 speakers (4 in doors and 2 in the front). We are planning to add a 4 channel amplifier, change the speakers (all) and extra power amplifier just for subwoofer. I purchased a Kenwood slim...