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    Unichip boost controller

    I have attached a pdf file with the instructions for installing the Unichip on the MSP. Good luck.
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    some pics of my boost gauge install.

    Thanks for the photos SCMP3. The gauge pod appears to fit just fine, but it does not match the lower section exactly. My concern, however, is that the double-sided tape may not hold sufficiently well and thus lead to vibrations in the pod over time, or that the pod may loosen up and move...
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    What to do before a tune

    Here is the link to the thread that I started to discuss the results of tuning the Unichip piggyback with my water/methanol injection system installed: http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123684236 If this does not answer all of your questions then let me know. :)
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    What to do before a tune

    If it were me, I would take off the JoeP boost controller and JoeP fuel pressure reducer (assuming that's what FPR means) and install the Unichip boost controller. A good tuner such as JDM Sam or Roger at JapTrix can make the boost controller behave properly, as I know from first-hand...
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    Christmas Motor Mount Blow Out!!!

    I just received minethank you. And I agree with your assertion that the USPS tracking system is slow, as they essentially never updated the tracking information. I will report back after I install the mount and take the car for a spirited spin this weekend. :)
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    Christmas Motor Mount Blow Out!!!

    I just checked my paypal email again, and says the say thing that it did on the 7th, to wit, "The U.S. Postal Service was electronically notified by the shipper on January 7, 2009 to expect your package for mailing. This does not indicate receipt by the USPS or the actual mailing date. Delivery...
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    Christmas Motor Mount Blow Out!!!

    I just sent in my $40 for a front motor mount. Thank you for running the sale! :)
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    turbo oil leak

    I changed out the o-ring and block gasket this weekend, with a little over 50,000 miles on my car. The installation was straightforward, but in a few instances I wish I had a third arm, as it would have made reinstalling the hex bolts a bit easier. It took a little less than an hour from start...
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    turbo oil leak

    Do you ever get a chance to install the o-ring and gasket? If so, it would be great if you could let us know how it went, as in any surprises? Also, did this fix the problem you identified?
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    To those in the know...What should I do?

    Seeing as you are getting dyno tuned, you might want to consider installing a progressive water/methanol injection system before doing so.
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    winter build, suggestions?

    An alternative to trying to tune the Unichip with the WRX injectors is to use the stock injectors and run an alcohol injection set up to provide the added fuel and cooling. Yes, there are risks to this, but a good alcohol injection system can be purchased with "safeguards," not to mention the...
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    Intercooler necessary with alcohol?

    I run the Turbohoses SMIC and alcohol injection (75% alcohol/25% water). When I first installed the SMIC, which occurred before the alcohol injection went in, I noticed a considerable difference in how hard the car pulled. I attribute this to the better design of the Turbohoses SMIC over the...
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    Am I missing any cars?

    Hi Guys: I am thinking about selling (or trading in) my MSP and buying a new car. I have given this some thought and have come up with a few requirements for the new car: 1. $30,000 $2000 price, including destination charge and TTL 2. Rear-wheel or four-wheel drive 3. Some usable space and...
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    Higher boost with alcohol injection?

    Here is a thread started by me http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123684236 where I document my experience at Japtrix, where my Unichip was tuned for methanol injection.
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    Track night

    Its been more than 18 months since I have been to the trackBithlo that isand the probability of rain is forecasted to be low on Wednesday evening, so I plan on going. This will be my first time there since my Unichip was custom tuned while running the methanol injection. I will wear pants (as...
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    Couple of mods, Snow methanol kit, Unichip map...

    I am not terribly surprised that you did not perceive any increase in performance from the methanol kit and a new map from Unichip. My reading of other forums, and my own experience with a methanol kit and Unichip, indicates that a custom tune will reap substantial power gains. In my case, not...
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    Higher boost with alcohol injection?

    I've been running an alcohol/water (75%/25%) set-up for about 18 months, the last 13 of them tuned with the Unichip. I also have a moderate number of other performance add-onssee my signature. On the high boost map I spike to 12.513.5 lbs. (depending on the RPM when I go WOT), and hold...
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    Proper engine temp ?

    I use ScanGauge II to monitor coolant temperature. Fully warmed up and moving it typically reads 186 degrees F.
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    Methanol/Water, Alky Injection Experiences..

    My source of methanol is a product called Heetin the yellow bottle. It can be found at any auto parts store, Walmart, K-Mart, and the like. It comes in sealed 12 ounce bottles and costs between $1.20$1.50 per bottle in my area. The MSDS confirms that it is 99% methanol. In fact, many (but...
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    Methanol/Water, Alky Injection Experiences..

    First, you might want to go to http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123684236&highlight=Unichip+meets to read about my methanol tuning experience in South Florida. 1. What I like about the kit is that it provides an added level of safety when I am running the high boost map on my...
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