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    Tein S Tech springs....

    Hey guys, I have Tein S Tech lowering springs on my MP3, and the rear springs squeek and rattle. Now I made sure they are the proper part number (which they are) and I had my regular professional mechanic install them. My question is addressed to the MP3 public: Does anyone else have these...
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    mazda mp3 intake question..plz read!!!

    LOL...yes, they make the crappiest mufflers ever...those are all rice, ghetto buzz bombs! The intake has performed well, but I agree with you completely about their other products. The only reason I got this intake was a buddy of mine got one and he said that he had had no problem with it. So...
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    mazda mp3 intake question..plz read!!!

    Thats fine, if you want to blow an extra 150.00 some odd dollars for a nice sticker that says 'INJEN' or 'AEM', because that extra money is going for the brandname, as most of the intakes are manufactered by the exact same metal stock and pulled form the same manufacturers. They are then...
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    2 Quick Questions

    I actually had Kumho 215 45Z 17 on my MP3, which is lowered with Tein S-Tech springs and I had MAJOR rubbing and bitting issues If he is looking to lower his ride, get a smaller tire. If you are planning to stay with the factory rim and factory springs a 215 should be fine. Also, I found out...
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    MP3 turbo options...

    Basically I'm looking for an somewhat affordable kit (as we all are) that is easy to install and will add to the overall performance of my MP3. I want a turbo kit that will work with my factory internals, basically I don't want to shell out bread for forged internals ( for right now atleast)...
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    MP3 turbo options...

    Well, it is time for the intial turbo upgrade to my MP3. I obviously have a few questions about the available kits out there. First off, what is the MP3 public running, ergo, what do you turbo junkies recommend as a solid stage 1 kit? I have looked at the Wagner kit, has anyone heard any hard...
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    MP3's at 1st Annual Northeastern/Midatlantic U.S Protege Meet

    What is the date of the meet, i live about an hour an a half outside of New Jersey?
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    mazda mp3 intake question..plz read!!!

    The Ractive intake works great and it an easy install. It has everything you need to replace the factory garbage, and it will give you the same performance as the more expensive intakes. Basically they all perform the same, it is jsut a matter of the brand you want. I am running a Ractive...
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    MP3 Production Numbers...Who Is Left?

    Coolhand #140 (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Blue 52,500 miles Jubba #147 (Beaumont, Texas) Blue 38,000 miles dan00k #158 (Ft Worth, Texas) Blue 46,500 miles CMX1204 #188 (Colorado Springs, CO) Blue 27,000 miles PaulMP3 #222 (Yardley,Pa) Blue 37,000 miles AZxMP3 #244 (Phoenix, AZ) Blue 34,000 Miles...
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    MP3 Production Numbers...Who Is Left?

    insertion of production number... Quick question, how do I insert my number into the list...504 Mica Blue MP3?
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    Magnaflow cat-back exhaust....

    I was looking into cat-back exhaust options and I came across the Magnaflow site that makes a system for the 2001 MP3. Does any have this system? I am curious because I emailed the site and they said (of couse) that the system adds about 8-10 HP at the wheels and that it would bolt right up to...
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    Headers and exhausts

    What header are you guys running on your MP3? I am in the market for the a new header and a new cat-back exhaust system...anyone have any suggestion?
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    Hi-boost kit....

    Is the Hi-Boost kit just for MP5....because I didn't see any application for it on an MP3 sedan? I know Wagner's turbo will work with an MP3....are they any other manufactuers that handle MP3 turbos?
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    New springs....

    Do u mean the wheel well almost sits on top of the tire ( what do you mean by 'almost sits even")? I don't want springs that slam my car, just lower the ride height a bit and increase handeling and cornering performance (uhm)
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    New springs....

    Hmmmmm...the tein springs are boasting to lower my ride 2 inches in the front and about an inch and a half in the rear, thats why I was asking if any1 has these springs as I want to verify the actual 'drop' in ride height. The inspection is a state inspection, it is a vehicle safety inspection...
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    New springs....

    ANy1 had any problems with inspections after putting new lowering springs on their ride? I want to get the Tein S Tech springs but I want to make sure they will not mess up my crappy state inspection...God I hate PA!!!!!!!(jerkit)
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    New springs.....

    I am in the market for new springs for my MP3. I am looking for something that gives more agressive handeling, with a sporty appearance. I don't want to 'slam' my ride, maybe lower it an inch or so. I was looking at the Ehbach Sportline Springs, anyone have these or know anything about them?
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    Headers and exhaust mods....

    So to run a full length header that is emission safe I would have to invest in an entire aftermarket exhaust set up...hmmmm. What do you guys suggest for a good aftermarket cat back? I went to wagner's site to see their shorty header and I didn't see it listed, any1 have a price on it? I...
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    Headers and exhaust mods....

    IM in Scranton, PA, and boy do i hate it....(evil)
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