im getting excited

[hondajunkie01]

guys ive just ordered enough stuff to hopefully make me love this car that much more

list:
tokico hp springs and struts from PG
mazdaspeed lightened flywheel from CS
Exedy Stock Replacement Clutch from PG
twm short shifter from PG
weighted shift knob from EBAY
urethane shifter bushing from PG
simota cai from Protephile
CORKSPORT 'Power Series' Intake Duct
*************** custom header
MP3 ecu from SpicyorangeMSP(ordering friday)
and last but not least ...............
some new skins FALKEN AZENIS RT-615 from buddy

i dont know if you can tell but im going the happy dance (wiggle)(cabpatch)(breakn)(dance)(eekdance)


i think im going to end up happy with all of this from my daily driver..and a weekend warrior

im open from suggestions and comments


NOW I JUST HAVE TO PUT IT ALL ON(help)MEEEEEEEEEEE

[cwaitt11]

if you dont know how to do all that ill take anything off your hands for free :cool:

[hondajunkie01]

haha i know how to do it just not looking forward to doing the work just reeking all the benefits mwwuuuuuuuhaaaaa haaaaaa haaaaaaaaa

[Lewis7789]

If you lived in Ohio I would definetely come and help install those parts. The install is the best part! All that hard work and busted knuckles pay off. Are you going to install everything at one time or one at a time?

Let me know how the MP3 ECU transaction works out. I'm very tempted to do that too...

[raserx]

I'm about to do the Tokico's all around. I'll post pics of the install.

[hondajunkie01]

im doing all the parts at one time...and you should just come out to CA haha its not that far....
i really dont mind doing the work either it get me away from the wife for a while haha

[ucMP3]

i really dont mind doing the work either it get me away from the wife for a while haha

(headbang)

[hondajunkie01]

between shooting/hunting and cars hell you dont have to spend too much time with them....

its just shitty when you buy a gun they like
word of the wise dont buy 9mm hand guns women love shooting them...just buy a 44 mag they will hate it haha

[P-Funk!]

You have a good list there - well thought out. You will defl'y see some gains!

[NRRfrogmanP5]

looks fun! enjoy

[hondajunkie01]

thanks guys i have already put on the azenis ,those things made so much of a difference i dont get that scary understeer from my old cheap tires and today i got some packages so when i get home i will have some more stuff to do

[hondajunkie01]

ok so add obx pulley to the list i just bought it for 100$.....

i just got payed today so i have like 1000 to spend

so i think im going to order a carbon hood, front lip , and whoooo knows what else haha

[probin94]

get a fidanza lightweight instead of the mazdaspeed one from corksport

[widgit117]

Wanna get some eyelids?

[Lewis7789]

I would suggest a rear sway bar from Progress and new end links, because you'll probably need to cut off the stockers because they'll be rusted. That's a cheap purchase and really improves handling. And easy to install!

I'm jealous of your shopping spree. Your P5 is going to feel totally different from all the mods! (cabpatch)

[goodfornothing]

How about you save up your money, sell the p5, and get a faster car. (sssh)

[hondajunkie01]

How about you save up your money, sell the p5, and get a faster car. (sssh)

cuz i like the p5 and i dont want a race car just something im happy with

[hondajunkie01]

get a fidanza lightweight instead of the mazdaspeed one from corksport

this is a daily driver a 7 lbs flywheel would not be fun plus i already bought the other one





I would suggest a rear sway bar from Progress and new end links, because you'll probably need to cut off the stockers because they'll be rusted. That's a cheap purchase and really improves handling. And easy to install!

I'm jealous of your shopping spree. Your P5 is going to feel totally different from all the mods! (cabpatch)


i will have to look at it...dont be jealous i took out a 4k loan to help build my credit and most of it just happened to go to the p5 haha

[hondajunkie01]

ok guys just got done with this the car feels way better got it to chirp 2nd with a slipping clutch im pretty happy

http://i404.photobucket.com/albums/pp125/hondajunkie01/IMG_0110-1.jpg

[probin94]

this is a daily driver a 7 lbs flywheel would not be fun plus i already bought the other one


mine is a daily driver with a fidanza....id say it actually improved my daily driving. i drive easily 3-450 miles a week and i love it with the fidanza. get it its worth it. and its 7.5 lol.

[jamesk]

Good job cleaning the header buddy and avoiding random fingerprints everywhere like I had, lol.

If you want my honest advice, you have a great list except for the mazdaspeed flywheel. You are not going to see a difference with stock and it is not worth the price. The fidanza flywheel is very light and with that, you can burn out in first gear.

And drive ability is fine. I have the exedy oem clutch with the fidanza flywheel in my car now and theres no chattering or anything. Defiantly return the flywheel and order the fidanza flywheel from PG. Take my word for it and you will not regret it.

[probin94]

Good job cleaning the header buddy and avoiding random fingerprints everywhere like I had, lol.

If you want my honest advice, you have a great list except for the mazdaspeed flywheel. You are not going to see a difference with stock and it is not worth the price. The fidanza flywheel is very light and with that, you can burn out in first gear.

And drive ability is fine. I have the exedy oem clutch with the fidanza flywheel in my car now and theres no chattering or anything. Defiantly return the flywheel and order the fidanza flywheel from PG. Take my word for it and you will not regret it.

+1 amen

[hondajunkie01]

i bought the flywheel cuz mine is fried and ill see man i already received the mazdaspeed one...

[hondajunkie01]

ok so i put the simota cai and the CORKSPORT 'Power Series' Intake Duct on the car now....i also had a exhaust leak from the new header and the midpipe and i fixed that........

all and all this thing is a different car for sure(it kinda feels like my old honda when i first put the b20 in it)..shes goes though the rpms way fast and has some good power now

im just waiting for a few more parts and then im going to put the rest on and im hope that this thing i feel alot better

[xJAZx]

so............pics?

[hondajunkie01]

im at work right now but when i get home for sure

[stdntDrvr]

cams. take that 1K you have and spend some on cams. you'll really love it.

[SpooledupRacing]

WOW.. hell of a list.. good to hear about your progress!

[hondajunkie01]

i have looked into cams.....

once i get the mp3 ecu im thinking i might be done with the motor for now

cuz i still have to put the lightened pulley and the mp3 ecu on ...and with what i have now and those i think ill be happy...

im looking into either cf hood/front lip or some rims

[stdntDrvr]

rims...something gold would be nice

[hondajunkie01]

ive been looking at either gold or black with a red right or lip...i think either would look good on a white p5

ok i just ordered the mp3 ecu and i should get my pulley tomorrow

does one of the mods want to change this to "hondajunkie01 build thread" haha cuz its turning out that way

[BoostedPR5]

I think we all say we're done with the motor then want MORE power! I know I do haha

[hondajunkie01]

well when it come down to it im an addict...so ive learned when i have to stop haha...plus this is my first car i have had to make payments on so im trying to be nice to her

but for now im down with motor and want to start doing a few interior and exterior things

[Lewis7789]

Did you buy your MP3 ECU from Spicy? Let us know when you get it and how if you can tell a difference. I'm getting an OEM MP3 ECU next week but if the deal falls through I'll hit Spicy up. I'm just a little weary, though he seems legit.

This is a great thread to read. I'm still jealous. Haha

[hondajunkie01]

yeah i am getting the ecu from spicy and i will let you guys know how it goes....and i was weary too but i know with lots of other cars it is very possible to reflash ecu ....

dude don't be jealous not only have i taken out a loan for 4k but i work for NASA so i get good pay and i still cant do all the things i need to do and want to do......
its cuz guns and shooting is my main hobby , and then its my car...which just happens to be the 2 most expensive hobbies you can have haha

[Lewis7789]

NASA? Sweeeet! You should make your OWN parts and put NASA stickers on them. Haha!

I hear ya about having an expensive hobby, I'm a musician... I used to buy basses left and right at $2000 a pop. I could've had a few turbo kits by now! Well, this is a great thread to watch and I'm sure your P5 will become one of the best.

[hondajunkie01]

NASA? Sweeeet! You should make your OWN parts and put NASA stickers on them. Haha!

I hear ya about having an expensive hobby, I'm a musician... I used to buy basses left and right at $2000 a pop. I could've had a few turbo kits by now! Well, this is a great thread to watch and I'm sure your P5 will become one of the best.


oh yeah dude i have a bass and a couple of guitars too haha i need to find cheaper hobbies.... and the nasa parts has been done

[hondajunkie01]

ok guys im putting in the short shifter/bushings and the pulley ill have pics when im down wish me luck

[hondajunkie01]

UPDATE....

just got done putting the short shifter,bushings,and lightened pulley on

i just took it for a drive and the butt dyno didn't notice a difference buuuuttt...now when im in first and gun it i can get the tires to spin....and when i shift into 2nd i can get the tires to spin pretty hard

also after the header and new intake my gas mileage has gone up quite a bit i have gone 180 miles on 1/4 take im pretty happy

now this weekend i am going to do the clutch and the struts and shocks and on Monday ill hopefully get the msp ecu

now heres some pics

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[MazdaSpeeder]

Wow, that engine is super clean. Is it a replacement? Nice set of mods...is the Corksport "Power Series Intake Duct" that thing that replaces part of the undertray in front of the driver's side wheel? I've always wondered if those were a good idea because of the water that would come right in during heavy rain or moderate puddles...just a thought.

[Lewis7789]

Looks great! Where did you find your *************** header? How much was it if you don't mind me asking?

I've been thinking about the CorkSport ducting too, but I live in Ohio where it rains and snows. Boo.

[hondajunkie01]

Wow, that engine is super clean. Is it a replacement? Nice set of mods...is the Corksport "Power Series Intake Duct" that thing that replaces part of the undertray in front of the driver's side wheel? I've always wondered if those were a good idea because of the water that would come right in during heavy rain or moderate puddles...just a thought.

the engine is the original one the car has had only two owners and we have kept the car super clean plus it only has 45k miles on it and you are right about the intake duct and i live in so cal so its not a problem with the rain


Looks great! Where did you find your *************** header? How much was it if you don't mind me asking?

I've been thinking about the CorkSport ducting too, but I live in Ohio where it rains and snows. Boo.

i got the header from *************** and it was 185 and the corksport ducting is awesome i really like how much it helps

[stdntDrvr]

don't forget to run premium once you put in the ecu. also, search for 1.8L coils...there's a conversion you can do that will help smooth out your powerband a little.

as far as the corksport duct thing, if you look at the part it replaces, it has an angled part you could have just cut out to make the same thing.

i have expensive hobbies just like you guys...guns, music and cars. i usually invest in one of them once a year. car was last year (90% of my mods), gun was this year (browning 625 field) and i hope to get a new guitar next year...either custom lakewood or taylor...i've spec'd them both and they're around the same amount...i've owned quite a few taylors and i love the way they play...never owned a lakewood, though...not sure if i want to invest that kind of money into something that unknown...but who knows.

[Lewis7789]

Did *************** go out of business or something? Their website seems like they're gone and they are only selling two pieces for an RX-7 on eBay... I'm looking for a header and was looking for something better than an OBX. Where did you order your header? Thanks in advance.

[hondajunkie01]

don't forget to run premium once you put in the ecu. also, search for 1.8L coils...there's a conversion you can do that will help smooth out your powerband a little.

as far as the corksport duct thing, if you look at the part it replaces, it has an angled part you could have just cut out to make the same thing.

i have expensive hobbies just like you guys...guns, music and cars. i usually invest in one of them once a year. car was last year (90% of my mods), gun was this year (browning 625 field) and i hope to get a new guitar next year...either custom lakewood or taylor...i've spec'd them both and they're around the same amount...i've owned quite a few taylors and i love the way they play...never owned a lakewood, though...not sure if i want to invest that kind of money into something that unknown...but who knows.

yeah im going to run 91.....i was going to fab my stock on but i seen that one and was being lazy haha but it works really go......and this year i have done all this stuff to my car bought 5 guns and a Yamaha acoustic haha i have a spending problem i know


Did *************** go out of business or something? Their website seems like they're gone and they are only selling two pieces for an RX-7 on eBay... I'm looking for a header and was looking for something better than an OBX. Where did you order your header? Thanks in advance.


just pm *************** on here man and he will hook you up...he had it sent out pretty fast and it works great

[Lewis7789]

Thanks for the info on your header! How well did the bolt holes all line up on the head and the mid-pipe? I contacted *************** and am looking into getting a header from him, just gotta do some research. You know how it is...

[goodfornothing]

Wow looking good! The mod bug is biting my ass again....But I should finish my cafe racer project first.

I'm also going to look into that header but I have an MSP exhaust. I heard it'll sound ricey if I run an aftermarket header with it. Is this true?

[hondajunkie01]

Wow looking good! The mod bug is biting my ass again....But I should finish my cafe racer project first.

I'm also going to look into that header but I have an MSP exhaust. I heard it'll sound ricey if I run an aftermarket header with it. Is this true?

i have a magnaflow catback with the header and it is pretty deep man

[hondajunkie01]

and thanks for all the support on the build guys

[Sveivo]

Does that header look like an OBX header to anyone? Are they identical or what?

[drgnzadiel101]

*************** headers go for how much?

[probin94]

Thanks for the info on your header! How well did the bolt holes all line up on the head and the mid-pipe? I contacted *************** and am looking into getting a header from him, just gotta do some research. You know how it is...

Get it. I'm probably the first if not second person to run this header. It's a great piece I had no problems with it. It's basically an obx knockoff but dave has a guy that custom makes these for him. It's worth it for the price I'm very happy with it. Dave has been my parts guy for over a year or so now and is great to deal with.

[hondajunkie01]

Get it. I'm probably the first if not second person to run this header. It's a great piece I had no problems with it. It's basically an obx knockoff but dave has a guy that custom makes these for him. It's worth it for the price I'm very happy with it. Dave has been my parts guy for over a year or so now and is great to deal with.

Dave is a good guy the headers are great ...i wouldn't say they are a knock off because they are custom made but maybe a look-a-like

[hondajunkie01]

another update guys

ive been trying to figure out if the udp did anything besides a tiny low end and it did...

it feel like i have almost more power when the ac is on....i know this is not true but it is so nice to turn the ac on and not feel the stupid power lose

[hondajunkie01]

new update

so i received the ecu yesterday and put it on the car...it was really easy to do but it looked like someone already has done this on my car(the more mod i do the more it looked like the guy who owed the car last did too)

after i got it put on a realized i had a 1/4 tank of 87 ...i decided to start the car and see how it ran and see if it would knock...

let the car idle tell it got warm and then took it for a drive everything went great no knock or any sign of wrong fuel ...and she also pulled a bit harder but the power band was way better it was so so smooth....i cant wait to get some 91 in her belly or maybe ever 100 and take it to a dyno