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So my stock GT25R finally took a nose dive. I need to replace it ASAP and have decided to upgrade to a GT28RS. It's less expensive and better in every way, so why not? I am going to replace the stock SMIC setup with a Corkspot FMIC kit at the same time. I would love to put a built engine in, but...

I just thought I'd report for anyone else that ever thought of trying this. I decided to try a digital tire gauge out for checking peak boost today. I had a very good feeling that it wouldn't be accurate enough, but I at least thought it would be within a PSI or two. Low boost registered at 7.0...

So I'm pretty sure I need to replace my starter. 80% of the time it starts up strong, 20% of the time it just clicks the solenoid with no turnover, so I know that power is getting past the clutch switch, relay and down to the starter solenoid. I live in an apartment right now and I was wondering...

Even after soaking the bolts with PB and taking my sweet time backing them out, I still broke the anchors that the bolts for the rear sway bar bushings screw into. What's the best way to get these out? I am installing an AXR klunk fix bracket set, so I just need to get the stock bushing brackets...

I recently noticed that there are two spots inside my rear fenders where the tires have rubbed (+42 offset wheels + worn out suspension). There is a little rust forming where the paint chipped and I want to take care of it before it gets any worse. I did some research and found that Naval Jelly...

Does anyone have this kit on their MSP? Does anyone know anything about this specific kit? Corksport has it listed in the Protege section, but it just has a generic description from the manufacturer. They are matched shocks and springs, but there is no mention of the spring rate, ride height...

I do a LOT of driving and just took my car in to have a dealer do some maintanence for me. I specifically asked for prices on these parts/labor, so they aren't trying to sell me things that aren't legit. I just need to know if these prices sound right. No tax included. I am taking one final long...

I figured I'd start a place for people that are having problems getting their Unichip working correctly. This is primarily for valid Unichip issues and not people that want to complain about a second hand Unichip not working. I have noticed that there are quite a few people that have never...

Looking to sell my 2003 mica black MSP. If you are looking at this, you probably know what a Mazdaspeed Protege comes equiped with. Here are the additional items: Enkei RS-V 17" wheels Toyo Proxes 4 Custom 3" exhaust w/ SS Magnaflow muffler (stock included) Kartboy urethane exhaust hangers...

I have no idea why he decided to use a Beetle, but this guy knows what he's doing. It's long and detailed, but make sure you get to the bottom... http://www.ronpatrickstuff.com/

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Why are the longest rods available for the FS-DE only 5.4" long? What are the limiting factors? What would have to be done to fit 6" rods and 8.5:1 pistons in an FS-DE block? Would you have to use a destroked crank, or is there another way? This is just out of curiosity. I've been doing a lot...

This is an intersting artcle, and I have the specs of some of the cars. It's cool to see the car with the second least amount of HP win the thing. http://www.caranddriver.com/features/10495/sport-acura-rsx-challenge.html

I thougt I'd post this because I'd like to see someone buy this car. If I had the room/cash for another car I would have grabbed it yesterday. The Honda dealer in Farmington Hills (north of Grand River on Haggerty, I think) has a 2000 Honda S2000 with 23k miles on it. Black on black, and...

Damn this stuff works wonders! Recently I have had a problem with 2nd gear grinding a little once the transmission warms up and I try to shift at higher RPMs. I was running whatever the dealer puts in the tranny since I had the new LSD put in. I finally picked up some Redline MT-90 and I can't...

Detroit Speed Shop just opened up where Ramchargers used to be at Plymouth and Ann Arbor Rd. in Livonia. I stopped in there today at lunch to check it out. Very cool guys that work there. It's owned by the same people that own Livernois Motorsports. I have been looking for a local shop that...

Anyone have one of these? http://thebuttkicker.com/ I just sat in the inventor's Scion xB with one installed. Although I'm very into music, I'm not usually a "car audio guy", but damn this thing is cool. Very very clean bass without rattling anything. Basically it uses the car's chassis to...

I'm trying to get a hold of Forward Motionin Clinton Twp., but they moved to a new building and apparently have a new phone number. It's an hour drive, so I want to call first. Anyone have the new number or ever talk to anyone that works there?

This is cool, but a little hokey for my taste. http://www.tailgunnerexhaust.com/performance.php

I want to remove my [2003 MSP] fog lights and put grill inserts in their place. Do any inserts from other Proteges fit? If not, are there any aftermarket grill inserts that fit those holes. I don't want to make my own. On the same topic, does anyone make a lower/center grill insert?