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Thank you very, very much. The OEM part from the dealer was quoted to me yesterday at ~$1100. California sucks. Even if it takes some welding this is a much better option. Thanks again, and thank you everyone else for the ideas.

Hey guys, havent posted in a while, but I am the owner of a quite high-mileage (220k+) MSP that is still running great but is currently having issues passing california smog because of (reportedly) a very very worn out catalytic converter. I've seen a few older threads in which some senior...

I just wanted to chime in and say that I have an MSP with 218,000 miles on it that's going on 2 years with a gt28rs installed, running at 9psi. Supporting mods? Upgraded SMIC, intercooler pipes, intake, and engine mounts. That's right, no engine management. Do I advocate this? No, probably...

It's finally done today, after a month of doing research, getting parts, returning things that need not have been returned (I'm really tired of watching tracking numbers and waiting for fedex/u[s, now), my MSP's first major upgrade/overhaul/tune is done. Now installed and working wonderfully...

I've got 202k+ miles on my MSP, and it just recently warranted replacing the turbo due to the original stock one starting to leak oil. Also changed the motor mounts, SMIC, and piping, but really, everything has been running fine, it's just preventative maintainice. Then again I don't drive my...

I have a manual boost controller. Also I already have the bolt/gasket kit and oil feed kit from http://www.*************.com/mazdaspeed3.htm . Pics for what to do with the WGA would be great, though. I appreciate the help.

I appreciate the replies. As I said in the OP, i dont have stock piping, that is an old picture that I just provided for intake reference. I have aluminum hardpipes as well as a new aluminum SMIC, now. Also, does anyone know of a good site to check for 2.5" to 3" intake-to-turbo couplers? I...

What are the required wastegate modifications and how are they done? I'm definitely not planning on running the gt28rs at anything higher than 6-7psi until I can get more supporting mods.

Okay, so, since my last thread about the gt28rs with the comp housing I have since decided to return it and purchase the gt28rs with the proper housing. I dont know why I didnt think to ask all these quesitons in the first place, but better late than never, right? 1) With my current intake...

Posted a thread about modding/upgrading/replacing parts on my MSP, including the turbo, and specifically asked if anyone knew the best place to get the best price for a GT28RS other than crossover and PG, and someone posted that the static x motorsports place was cheaper. I had no idea there was...

So, I'm looking at my brand new GT28RS that i just purchased and realizing that I am somewhat of an idiot, and can only blame myself because I wasnt aware that this (what i bought): http://www.staticxmotorsports.com/garrettgt2860rsturbochargerwgt28rcomphsg.aspx and this (what I should have...

What exactly is the difference between the OEM WGA (besides price) versus both the less expensive ATP and Forge WGA's? I'm probably going to be replacing mine soon after the current work I'm getting done, but for now I'm transferring over the old stock WGA.

My own MSP with very high mileage has been running at 9psi with the stock (and original) turbo for ~90k miles now, the only issue that ever comes up is that I know to change my plugs whenever my car starts missing when pulling hard at max boost. Given, though, my turbo is now finally failing and...

Thanks for the advice again, I'll reconsider upgrading the turbo. Should any decent tuning place be able to verify what kind of fuel management I'm using? Also, is there nothing to be said for moving to the gt28rs and making slightly more/the same power with lower psi? Lastly how much should I...

Thanks a bunch outlaw, appreciate the tips. I'll send you a PM in a bit about the piping you have. What do you recommend for a good SMIC itself? The only one ive really found on my own is an ETS SMIC for about $450 but I don't know if thats a decent price and/or if the website is trustworthy...

Hi everyone, been doing some research on how to get the most out of my money that I am looking to put into needed replacements/upgrades on my MSP, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed and looking for some good advice. Some of you may have already read the introduction thread I posted in the lounge...

That's interesting. My MSP with 202k miles holds oil very very well and always has.

As much as i'd like to get an entirely new engine with forged internals along with a new turbo (which is what im really looking to replace first since i have 200k on my original one), I don't think I'm willing to spend 5 grand + to do such. Like i said i'm planning on posting a more in depth...

Finally getting around to introducing myself and getting into a few things about my MSP. I first found out about the forum/used it way back in 06, and never had the time/money to investigate more MSP upgrades (i'd only be tempted to get them, even without the funds). Now, however, I have finally...

My mechanic is going to take the transmission out for the third time, today, and see if he can find the exact problem. I have a feeling it's the LSD but who knows. What happened was that I clutched in to go around a turn, slowly let the clutch out as usual, then nothing, then some grinding. I...