inexpensive mazdaspeed modifications

[mazdaspeedlvr]

I am looking for inexpensive modifications that i could make on my car(a mazdaspeed). It would also be nice if it didn't void the warrenty. Does anybody have any suggestions?

thanks

[ELEmental59437]

Welcome to the site.. try doing a search on these things to get more info (theres a search button on the top of every page). I am pretty sure this is what your needing.
MBC, intake, turbo timer, weather stripping

[Black Majik MSP]

Find the $1000 mod challenge thread. It explains so me good cheap mods.

IMO, the best mods are the DIYs.

[MotegiMazdA]

Moved to the MSP section :)

[ping]

Hmmm...

First mod to make with this car (or any other) is to improve the DRIVER. Take a driving school course - it's the best money you can spend, and it's easily transferable car-to-car. Most of the problems with cars occur between the seat, pedals, and steering wheel.... that said...

FREE:
- Remove weatherstripping to allow engine compartment to vent heat.
- AIM THE DAMN FOGLIGHTS! They aren't so bad once aimed, but aiming is a PITA. Aiming the headlights, though, is a breeze - no tools!
- Be sure tire pressure is at spec (32-34PSI) and even all around. Amazing what a difference 2-3 PSI can make. AutoXers usually play with pressure outside that range, but that's a specialized application.

REALLY cheap (under or about $100):
- HSM-type axle back straight pipe. Removes muffler, gives a sweet low sound, nothing the neighbors would complain about, should cost about $50-100 to have a muffler shop fab one up for you, or buy AGR's old one if he hasn't sold it yet. Sounds better (lower and quieter) than an SRT4, but similar in sound. NOT raspy like Honda farty exhausts.
- Shift knob, pinstripes, decals, other personalization
- all-weather bulbs in the fogs
- turbo timer: Allows the engine to idle/cool down after a run automatically
- boost gauge and pillar pod
- Joe P boost controller: Buy this AFTER putting a boost gauge on, and only if you want to take the risks associated with playing with boost.
- air/fuel mixture gauge: Gives a good light show
- Intercooler sprayer: Get thee to a salvage yard, get a windshield washer fluid reservior and pump, and rig it up! COoler, denser intake charge means more power (ugh ugh ugh)

Over $100:
Ask someone else, I'm a tightwad!
Personal list:
- c/f hood
- FMIC: Front Mount Intercooler
- BBS wheels (for me - others want different things)

Have fun with the car!

[funnylittlman]

Hey Mazdaspeedlvr,

have we met before? Please register in the Virginia Section :D

And cheap mods:
Joe MBC (Manual Boost Controller) $45
K&N Panel Filter: $35 bucks

Best "Bang for the buck" mods :D

[ping]

OH - almost forgot - DaveB gauge rings! They're the BEST. Every time I look at the dash I'm glad I spent the $38 for these things. 5 minuites to install and the gauges look more Lexus than Mazda. Dave and Kelly are the BEST to deal with, too.

[YellowMSP4KP]

Where can I get these gauge rings?

[Tunnel_Rat]

yer where:confused:

[Black Majik MSP]

NGK BKR7Es http://www.protegemp3.com/vbb230/ubb/icons/icon14.gif

http://www.sparkplugs.com/results_cross.asp?pid=BKR7E

single DIN triple gauge panel (if you want a nicer looking setup than the A pillar gauge pods)

*they also have gauges on here that you can buy to go with it*

http://www.42draftdesigns.com/mk4tgp.htm

radar detector

www.radartest.com

Group Buy: Blitz Full Auto Turbo Timer DC II-$78 shipped

http://www.protegemp3.com/vbb230/showthread.php?s=&threadid=33091

[jrodhotrod]

(hi) Welcome to the board! I hope you stick around and enjoy your time here.

There have been some great suggestions for getting started, but once you start you won't be able to stop (laugh)

Read the sticky threads at the top of this section and you'll get some more ideas for mods, especially the Mazdaspeed aftermarket guide.

DaveB Gauge Rings info:

email dave: DKBODDE@AOL.COM and tell him you want to order a set.. he has brushed or polished/chrome .. but you'll get the details in email .. $30 plus $3.85 S&H = $33.85 total (shipped in US).

Also see this thread: http://www.protege5.com/vbb230/showthread.php?s=&threadid=22050&highlight=daveb+gauge+rings

Lastly when in doubt check out the search button if you think it's a question that might have been asked before and if you have no luck ask away and lots of friendly people will give you a hand.

Enjoy the Mazdaspeed! :D

[SpicyRay]

i like the gauges in the spare DIN spot, but that little thing is soooo perfect for holding my CDs!

[Black Majik MSP]

Originally posted by SpicyRay
i like the gauges in the spare DIN spot, but that little thing is soooo perfect for holding my CDs!

Yeah, but how many does it hold? Just get one of the visor holders like me:

http://www.cleansweepsupply.com/pictures/standard/cclg9240.jpg

[funnylittlman]

Mazdaspeedlvr,

Here is a pic of my daveB Gauge Rings :

/members/funnylittlman/gauge ring edit.jpg

It will go well with your car :D

-Fnny

[NoVaMSP]

cheap mods that shouldnt mess with warrenty
look below

[jred321]

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0837601606/qid=1065040277/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_1/104-5883250-0769517?v=glance&s=books&n=507846
best first mod, only $24.47 + shipping :)

[jersey_emt]

Originally posted by jred321
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0837601606/qid=1065040277/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_1/104-5883250-0769517?v=glance&s=books&n=507846
best first mod, only $24.47 + shipping :)

Cool book.