GB AWR baffled oil pan (3rd gen Pro) [Archive]

chiefmg

11-01-2005, 03:18 PM

I'm going to try posting this here, if I do it wrong please let me know. There is a group buy for AWR's baffled oil pan being organized over on mazda3.com. Here's the link: http://www.mazda3club.com/showthread.php?t=40949 Price will be $375 shipped which is a good deal compared to $399 list plus shipping. Yes I have a vested interest becasue I am on the list! Five people minimum are needed. More info is on that thread.

vindication

11-01-2005, 03:32 PM

there is finally a baffled oil pan out for us. nice

Scotty878

11-01-2005, 03:57 PM

I am also on the list! One more to go and we can start sending in the money to get them shipped out! Now I know some of you over here may be a little skeptical of Matty for whatever reason, but note this from Matty...."Just FYI I just completed a $4500 GB on our SHO forum for clutches without a hickup. Everything was paid for via money order and everyone is happy."

So I know a lot of people wanted one of these, now come through, put your money down, and we can all have a nice baffled oil pan!

Scott.

Brian MP5T

11-01-2005, 03:58 PM

Holy Cost Batman!

chiefmg

11-01-2005, 07:10 PM

Yeah, it's expensive, but not as much as a new engine. I love taking corners fast, and I prefer not to have to worry about grenading my engine while doing it. It is from AWR and their products are great. Plus you have a choice of the standard silver powdercoating or gold zinc plating at no additional cost.

Scotty878

11-02-2005, 12:36 AM

Yeah, it's expensive, but not as much as a new engine. I love taking corners fast, and I prefer not to have to worry about grenading my engine while doing it. It is from AWR and their products are great. Plus you have a choice of the standard silver powdercoating or gold zinc plating at no additional cost.

Bingo! Your first reason is basically the same as mine...It's certainly better than a new engine!

Bump.

nonameheroes

11-02-2005, 04:16 AM

so....call me stupid or whatever...but whats the difference between this and the stock pan?

Captain KRM P5

11-02-2005, 04:20 AM

the design of the pan internally prevents oil starvation in individual cylinders when you make very hard turns.
so....call me stupid or whatever...but whats the difference between this and the stock pan?

Dexter

11-02-2005, 04:24 AM

where was this when i wanted to blow money. damnit.

Captain KRM P5

11-02-2005, 04:27 AM

its long overdue as a mod for this car, thats for sure

nonameheroes

11-02-2005, 04:30 AM

cool. gotcha...thank capt

jrodhotrod

11-02-2005, 06:15 AM

Subscribes for details... Mazda3club.com is down for me right now.

Brian MP5T

11-02-2005, 06:30 AM

Too bad Mazda did not copy Porsche's 20 year old design. I agree that this will be a #2 Mod after the motor mounts for the die hard Auto-X Protege driver. Long overdue... Thanks Tony for making stuff for us Protege Owners.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Brian%20MP5T/Porsche%20-%20%2821%29.jpg

chiefmg

11-02-2005, 07:52 AM

This is the first post in the thread over on mazda3club.com for those who are having trouble getting on that site:

"This is an AMAZING investment for anyone that wishes to drive their protege the way it's meant to be driven (hard and fast in the turns).

For those that don't know, the protege oil pan is not baffled and under lateral G's oil will slosh away from the pick up tube and dry lock the motor. This is VERY common. AWR is a very well known ESTABLISHED company that specializes in mazda performance parts. Quality has never been an issue on any AWR products I've ever seen. I use their front and rear motor mounts. I've seen their custom headers. They are first class all the way.

This GB is for 5 buyers. MSRP is $399+shipping. The GB will go for $375shipped for 5 buyers. They have 9 units in stock. Any more than 9 will be on the "second list". The "second list" will still pay up front but will be about 3 weeks delayed due to AWR's participation in the SEMA show. I would need to place the orders before hand so they could build them immediately after they return. So 9 are ready to go but #10 on is going to have an additonal wait period. The placement on the buy will be done by payment recieved date.

Because of problems in the past I'm going to request all payments be made via money order directly to me. This is a safe way to send payment for buyers as it's easily traceable. Also it helps me keep track of names/addresses etc.

Matt Mullis
p.o. box 224
Maylene, AL 35114"

You can go to AWR's website to see a picture of the oil pan. It's pretty! As of now we have four people signed up, we need a minimum of one more for this to happen.

jrodhotrod

11-02-2005, 02:52 PM

Are there any pictures of this installed? I want to make sure it's going to clear my downpipe from my ION exhaust.

chiefmg

11-02-2005, 06:58 PM

The only pictures I have seen are the ones on AWR's site, just the pan. I asked these questions on the other thread since I figured people would want to know. Here are the responses:

1) What is the capacity of the pan?
2) Will it clear headers, suspension pieces, etc?

"I believe it is 6qt, but I'll ask just to verify 100%.

I'm not 100% positive it will clear exhausts and what not but I do know it's used on their proteges using their header. And their header bolts up to the stock exhaust so by association I'd have to say "yes" it'll clear."

You could probably e-mail or call AWR directly to confirm this, if they don't have the info on their site.

chiefmg

11-03-2005, 03:42 PM

Bump.

chiefmg

11-04-2005, 08:17 AM

Bump.

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 08:21 AM

Why BUMP..

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 09:22 AM

BUMP to see if it fits with exhaust.

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 10:53 AM

BUMP to see if it fits with exhaust.

It was probably designed with that in mind...

Why not call Tony at AWR if you need to know that bad. He fucking makes it..

http://www.awrracing.com/store/contents/image.php?sizex=200&sizey=150&image[0]=images/products/deepsump.jpg

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 11:09 AM

It was probably designed with that in mind...

Why not call Tony at AWR if you need to know that bad. He fucking makes it..

http://www.awrracing.com/store/contents/image.php?sizex=200&sizey=150&image[0]=images/products/deepsump.jpg

ok dickhead.

azeli73

11-04-2005, 11:11 AM

BLEH!

<TABLE class="" id=mm cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=au style="COLOR: #00681c">Tony Woodford <TD width="100%"><TABLE class=rc cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0><TBODY><TR><TD><awrracing@aol.com> to me
</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TD>More options <TD align=right> Oct 27</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<SCRIPT></SCRIPT>I have not heard of a clearance issue. As long as the new set up clears
well enough. At least equal to the original it should not be an issue at
all.

awr

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 11:14 AM

ok dickhead.

No Not Dickhead.. His name is "Tony"

706-598-9782

2244 South Santa-Fe
Unit C8 Vista CA
92084

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 11:17 AM

BLEH!

<TABLE class="" id=mm cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=au style="COLOR: #00681c">Tony Woodford <TD width="100%"><TABLE class=rc cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0><TBODY><TR><TD><AWRRACING@AOL.COM>to me

</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TD>More options <TD align=right>Oct 27</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
<SCR ipt></SCRIPT>I have not heard of a clearance issue. As long as the new set up clears
well enough. At least equal to the original it should not be an issue at
all.

awr

Thanks!

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 11:18 AM

No Not Dickhead.. His name is "Tony"

(hah) Haha....that's funny....(thumb)

chiefmg

11-04-2005, 12:57 PM

Why BUMP..

I guess since someone asked I misunderstand the concept. I thought "bump" was used to keep a thread at the top of any listing. I have seen lots of people asking about this type of oil pan on both forums I go to and since I want to get one (vested interest!), I wanted to make sure everyone had the chance to see it (since there is so much traffic on here and things get moved down the list quickly). Sorry for the screw-up.

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 01:02 PM

I guess since someone asked I misunderstand the concept. I thought "bump" was used to keep a thread at the top of any listing. I have seen lots of people asking about this type of oil pan on both forums I go to and since I want to get one (vested interest!), I wanted to make sure everyone had the chance to see it (since there is so much traffic on here and things get moved down the list quickly). Sorry for the screw-up.

Not a screw up. No Worries. Just figured that Tony would probably not build it with any clearance issues. It would make it a dificult part to sell.

PaulMP3

11-04-2005, 01:08 PM

does this hold any more oil, compared to stock?

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 01:12 PM

Sure looks like it...

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 01:43 PM

Not a screw up. No Worries. Just figured that Tony would probably not build it with any clearance issues. It would make it a dificult part to sell.

Hey Brian, sorry that I sounded like a jerk...I just wanted to make sure it fit and don't see why asking on the forum is wrong.

Brian MP5T

11-04-2005, 02:33 PM

Hey Brian, sorry that I sounded like a jerk...I just wanted to make sure it fit and don't see why asking on the forum is wrong.

BITCHN'

Rawyzf

11-04-2005, 02:39 PM

Coo.....just don't want to hate. I like make-up sex.
BITCHN'

azeli73

11-04-2005, 04:24 PM

It holds 1.5 quarts more oil

Scotty878

11-04-2005, 06:13 PM

B-u-m-p.

boomergt

11-04-2005, 06:18 PM

I am also wondering about the clearence for the exhaust.

I have the GHL 3" Downpipe, which right now the flex pipe section of the exhaust rests on the oil pan.. I am wondering if it will fit..

I have emailed Tony but no response yet....

TIA..

chiefmg

11-04-2005, 06:47 PM

From the info posted on the other board, AWR used this pan on their Protege racer with their exhaust. So clearance shouldn't be an issue with their header at least, and given space constraints there aren't many paths other headers can take. I can't say for sure but I would venture that there will be no problems. I just checked the AWR site and the only picture is one shot looking at the top of the pan.

chiefmg

11-05-2005, 05:40 PM

Come on folks, I know it's coming into the holidays and everyone has to budget for presents, but you can always use the argument for buying your own presents. And think of the looks on your friends' faces when you can go hurtling around corner after corner without the worry of your engine dying of oil starvation. I know the interest is out there from what I have seen on this very board. Here's hoping for at least one more person...

Scotty878

11-06-2005, 10:51 PM

Common people, I know a bunch of you were asking for this! All the sudden people just arent interested!?

justanotheradikt

11-06-2005, 10:55 PM

oh i would LOVE to have this....but $$$ is an issue since the holidays are comming up...i would be very interested after the holidays

boomergt

11-06-2005, 11:07 PM

I am very interested in this, But I need my previous question answered first. I have emailed AWR but he has not got back to me. If he doesn't get back to me soon I will try to call him.

Common people, I know a bunch of you were asking for this! All the sudden people just arent interested!?

Brian MP5T

11-07-2005, 05:51 AM

Tony is best reached at 10:00 AM

Scotty878

11-09-2005, 04:07 PM

Bump....Still need only one more person!

chiefmg

11-11-2005, 01:05 PM

Holiday bump.

Moonman8

11-11-2005, 01:35 PM

Would you guys say that this would be a good investment for just a daily driven, not really auto-crossed P5?

AznXstazy

11-11-2005, 05:16 PM

i doubt it would help u in the long run.... i think a lightned flywheel would do much more...

chiefmg

11-12-2005, 05:52 PM

My two cents...a lightened flywheel is a mod designed to increase performance. A baffled oil pan is a mod designed to allow your engine to continue to perform by keeping it lubed no matter what type of driving you do. While you are probably more likely to need this type of pan if you are autocrossing, the stock oil pan for our cars is a known Achille's heel. Why take the risk that you will be enjoying bombing around a long curve someday only to have your engine seize from oil starvation? I know it isn't as cool to say you have a baffled oil pan as a lightweight flywheel, but you can always get the gold zinc plating for the bling factor!

Scotty878

11-15-2005, 12:22 AM

Bump

JCell

11-15-2005, 12:27 AM

subbin

justanotheradikt

11-15-2005, 12:46 AM

whats up jamie? how are things down there? (sorry for thread-jack)
PM me

chiefmg

11-16-2005, 07:07 PM

Hump day bump!

Scotty878

11-20-2005, 01:58 AM

Bump.

Greensleeper

11-23-2005, 12:09 PM

Bump?

chiefmg

11-23-2005, 05:31 PM

Okay, this GB is about to be closed due to apparent lack of interest. We only need one more person to make it happen, so if anyone has been waiting now is the time to get in on this!

boomergt

11-24-2005, 03:36 PM

I am building my motor this winter and I am very interested. I have posted a question here and emailed Tony. I have had no response to either. I have been too busy to give him a call. If I can get a chance I will call him next week or maybe he will respond to my email.

chiefmg

11-24-2005, 05:45 PM

I am building my motor this winter and I am very interested. I have posted a question here and emailed Tony. I have had no response to either. I have been too busy to give him a call. If I can get a chance I will call him next week or maybe he will respond to my email.

I can't answer your question about fitment with an exhaust. No one I know on the boards has any info on this since it is a new product. Your best bet would be to contact AWR. I recall someone said they would be going to SEMA, not sure when that is (I'm in the middle of the Atlantic right now) but it may have something to do with why you haven't gotten a response.

boomergt

11-24-2005, 10:46 PM

SEMA was a couple weeks ago. I will try and call Tony Monday and see if I can get any answers.

Thanks

I can't answer your question about fitment with an exhaust. No one I know on the boards has any info on this since it is a new product. Your best bet would be to contact AWR. I recall someone said they would be going to SEMA, not sure when that is (I'm in the middle of the Atlantic right now) but it may have something to do with why you haven't gotten a response.

Dimitrios

11-25-2005, 12:38 AM

My two cents...a lightened flywheel is a mod designed to increase performance. A baffled oil pan is a mod designed to allow your engine to continue to perform by keeping it lubed no matter what type of driving you do. While you are probably more likely to need this type of pan if you are autocrossing, the stock oil pan for our cars is a known Achille's heel. Why take the risk that you will be enjoying bombing around a long curve someday only to have your engine seize from oil starvation? I know it isn't as cool to say you have a baffled oil pan as a lightweight flywheel, but you can always get the gold zinc plating for the bling factor!

Ditto...most anyone that's had a motor go out on the boards (from what I've read) has been due to just "daily driving"..on a curve, winding road, et al.

boomergt

11-25-2005, 06:07 PM

I had a chance to call AWR today. I spoke with Chad regading my questions. Tony will be in tomorrow. I will give him a call tomorrow and hopefully have an answer...

Scotty878

11-26-2005, 01:10 AM

w00t! Hopefully youll be number five! I just found a nice twisty road by me and this will certainly help keep my engine alive!

boomergt

11-27-2005, 02:38 PM

Alright I am in. Tony is unsure if it will fit. But he said I should try. It is hard to tell without the exhaust and oil pan together. If it doesn't fit I will talk with Tony about my options....

I will also post on the other forum...

chiefmg

12-30-2005, 06:18 PM

This GB was stalled over the holidays, right now we are waiting for the post office to delivery one last payment. So if anyone has any holiday moola burning a hole in their pocket feel free to add your name. Go to the first post to get the thread address over on mazda3club.com for all the details.

chiefmg

01-01-2006, 07:05 AM

New Year bump. I know there were some of you who were interested before the holidays, now's your chance to get in on this. Savings of $25 plus whatever shipping would cost you, and you have a choice of silver powdercoating or gold zinc coating at no extra charge.

chiefmg

01-03-2006, 11:34 AM

Bump it up for more viewers.

chiefmg

01-09-2006, 02:19 PM

Okay, we have the necessary number of people and things are moving ahead. This GB is closed. I'll let you all know how it is once I get mine installed.

t3ase

01-09-2006, 06:50 PM

Can one of you mention to roderick that 't3ase' can login but cannot access any pages? I think I may need my activation link sent to me again.

chiefmg

01-10-2006, 02:47 AM

t3ase you have a PM.