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    Installed PG inlet: Impressions and Review

    Mods: CPE nano, HKS ssqv (recirc) Inlet: Came boxed nicely, only thing missing was some vacuum line for the boost solenoid, but that wasnt a big deal since i just took some from work. I did wipe out the insides to remove any dust and dirt. PG even through in a set of mazda valve caps which was...
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    Product Review: Chemical Guys Diablo Wheel Cleaner

    So CG has released a new wheel cleaner called Diabo Gel. Ive used products like p21, DP gel wheel cleaner, and CGs other wheel cleaner, Citrus sticky gel. P21 is a great product. Its not acidic, so you can just leave it on the wheels and let it do its thing. The downside is that its extremely...
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    Heres my new speed3

    So I picked up an 08 cosmic blue almost 2 weeks ago now. Now that finals are done i finally had an afternoon do do a shoot. enjoy
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    WTB: Mazdaspeed Protege in socal

    Looking to see whats out there. looking for stock, or as close to stock as possible. :D
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    WTB: mp3 ecu

    looking to spend around 200bucks, its not urgent, and im in no rush to buy.
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    using FC 4piston calipers on p5?

    I thought i remember reading somewhere that its possible to use the 4 pot calipers from an FC on the protege. Its been awhile, and a quick search didnt turn up anything. anyone got any info on this? I can get these calipers for fairly cheap. Now that i have my FC, i want to try different things...
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    My FC build/restoration

    The day I got it (these pics were posted in the other thread) Interior shot. It needs a decent amount of work. Needs shifter bushings, new steering wheel. Im in the process of restoring the interior right now, but thats a seperate post. shot of the engine bay, Remanned long block. No AC or...
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    new project car!!!! =)

    86 FC w/ remanned long block. no AC, no power steering Got it for 1500, body has no major damage and rust, but has traditional 20year old dings here and there. Definitely needs a new diff mount. I havent jacked it up to see if its the rears or the fronts that need replacing, but i can feel...
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    Socal winter photoshoot

    My friend got a nice point and shoot camera, so we took it with us when we made a quick elfin forest(local 10 mile backcountry twisty road) run. [ I got new tires (falken ziex 912s) for christmas. I also got some new waxes. My car is wearing a coat of Dodo juice Diamond white...
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    Open Diff =(

    the one thing holding this car back handling wise is the open diff. having the outside wheel spinning in turns is no fun. I have some new tires which are great. Super grippy, nice and quiet, the car drives much smoother now. They are 205/50/16 falken Ziex 512s. went through some right hand...
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    HELP!!!!! Installing boost gauge and having problems with the radio

    the radio won't turn on at all and whenever i turn the car on ACC the gauges do a sweeping action. has anyone experienced this? i have checked the passenger and main fuses and they seem to be fine. i'm out of clues and getting somewhat frustrated. please help if you have any suggestions!
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    Why you should be careful using OTC products by hand

    http://www.autopia.org/forum/pro-details-before-after/113941-when-diy-goes-wrong-2006-vw-jetta-hood.html *note this is not my work, the guy who did this work did an excellent job correcting, and had some great before and afters.
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    First ever MSP w/ VTEC!!!!!!

    http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/ctd/906225925.html
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    Wiring power for AEM wideband

    So ive searched (and i think read) every thread about wiring the wideband gauge, but there was no clear pictures or info on what wire i need to splice for power so that it comes on with the ACC i taked to jamesK on aim and he mentioned a black w/ white stripe, or white w/ black stripe, i dont...
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    How-To: Proper Car Washing Techniques

    The most important part about maintaining your cars finish is proper washing and drying techniques. Proper washing and drying techniques can and will greatly reduce that amount of marring and swirls as a result of general care. A scratch free wash system is possible, but requires the upmost...
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    Norcal Shop Blacklist

    Post the norcal shops you dont recommend. I Know of none yet, please also share the experience as to why you dont recommend that shop, and any photos or links as well.
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    Socal Shop Blacklist

    Post in these threads shops you DO NOT recommend. It would be best to also provide your experience, as well as photos or links to whatever said shop didnt accomplish. First up: Michael Quinn iDesigns / Import Image 921 Fairway Dr. Walnut, CA 91789 Check these two links out. Club4ag...
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    Japanese Classic Car show 10/12

    http://www.japaneseclassiccarshow.com/ come see hands down the biggest japanese classic car show in america of the year. Im excited to see some classic mazdas. hope to see some of you there!
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    has anyone heard/talked to forcefed lately?

    He hasnt been on for 4 days now... I got in on the GB on the AEM uego gauges, and sent him the money blah blah blah. He told me the gauges would arrive at his place by either the wed, or thursday of this week. I know hes a pretty straight forward guy, and I wouldnt think hes trying to screw...
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    Anyone watch weeds?

    hmmmmmmmmmmmmm? besides top gear, its one of my favorite shows
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