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    need 2005-2008 test car for ECU tune

    Who in Texas has a 2005-2008 2.3l manual transmission NA mazda 3 that can be used as a test car for a new ECU tune? The changes will actually boost hp (not just remap the throttle). You may need to leave the car at Dynotronics in New Braunfels for a couple of days plus do some data...
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    MSP for sale

    more info: new tokico MSP rear struts just a couple of months ago new goodyear eagle f1 asymmetric 215/45r17 91Y XL tires last july
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    MSP for sale

    LSD has NOT been replaced. I never used it for drag races so it should be in good shape. Turbo is original. It has never given me any problems. Pioneer head unit replaced the stock one and it was a very worthwhile change. Make sure it still has my aftermarket rear view mirror. I had one that...
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    Post The BEST Pictures OF YOUR MAZDA

    LOL I would not bet against you.
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    MSP for sale

    My eye-searing yellow MSP is now available at Premier Mazda in Georgetown. It's in excellent condition and only has 65k miles.
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    Post The BEST Pictures OF YOUR MAZDA

    new yeller toy
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    MSP Mileage Check!!

    traded it in a couple of weeks ago at just under 65k miles
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    leander and cedar park sightings

    saw a blue MSP at the lowes in leander ~3:15 Saturday and a black MSP at wal mart ~7 PM in cedar park. i almost never see a MSP anymore.
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    Our MSP's use Rousch racing parts???

    very interesting... and the 3rd brake light says it was made in New Zealand.
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    turbo oil lines small leak

    ok, that took me a while to find o-ring: 0000-88-C22 from: http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?p=4204000 more good info: http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123719706
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    turbo oil lines small leak

    replacing the o-ring is easy. i searched through past threads and found instructions including a part number.
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    AXR Clunk Fix Bracket: Worth It???

    get them. it's an easy mod that gets rid of a known problem and gives you better handling. I'm using a white lithium grease that I got from autozone.
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    time for gasohol

    yep, part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. it irritates me that I didn't know about this. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_Policy_Act_of_2005#General_provisions http://www.caranddriver.com/features/06q3/ethanol_promises-tech_stuff oooh, just what I always wanted....less fuel economy...
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    time for gasohol

    bah, the government has decided to dilute my dino juice. I'm expecting 4% less gas mileage which will make it hard to keep a 31+mpg average. http://weareaustin.com/content/fulltext/?cid=28371
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    Average MPG

    consistently averaging 31 MPG 425 miles on a tank of gas is my latest record you don't have to drive slowly, just smoothly boost is there to get you up to speed quickly, then you just cruise
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    MSP Mileage Check!!

    44k miles drive it? i grow geraniums in mine. :P wish i had the time to drive more, it is still a seriously fun car to run around in.
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    Why did you buy your MSP?

    I bought it because I love driving and this car fit all of my qualifications: - excellent handling - great reliability - good power - exceptional gas mileage - purchase price
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    3 NEED-TO-KNOWS about the MSP

    3 tips 1. don't up the boost >10psi on stock internals 2. don't drag race it 3. get the clunk fixed before buying: 1. check for oil leaks around turbo 2. check rear endlinks/sway bar for improper movement 3. check all other normal things when buying a used car
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    Alignment help

    Specifications from a Mazda dealership Specifications from Mazda Central in Austin for "MAZDA 2003, Prtotege speed (Customized)" - yes they misspelled Protege. I used * for degree sign below: FRONT: Caster: Left Min. 1*01' Left Max 3*01' Right Min. 1*01' Right Max 3*01' Camber: Left Min...
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    msp vs ms3

    MSP = better handling, LIGHTER, better gas mileage, rarer
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