Wy's silver p5 school budget

[Wyattmckay3]

I just recently bought a p5. Looking to do some cheap mods. Cosmetic and engine. Also need some advice! My bumper is kinda coming off and I'm not sure how to attack it. And how can I make my car a little wider? How big of wheel spacers can I go on stock wheels?

 

[Brian_K]

welcome!

these will help/fix your bumper sag:
http://hydramotorsports.com/wp/shop/mazda/mazda-protege/mazda-protege-front-bumper-sap-kit/

I wouldnt go more than a 5mm spacer with the stock studs. You could obviously go with a wider spacer if you got extended studs or bolt on spacers.

 

[Wyattmckay3]

welcome!

these will help/fix your bumper sag:
http://hydramotorsports.com/wp/shop/mazda/mazda-protege/mazda-protege-front-bumper-sap-kit/

I wouldnt go more than a 5mm spacer with the stock studs. You could obviously go with a wider spacer if you got extended studs or bolt on spacers.

If I got new studs how far do you think I could go out without having to roll my fenders or anything like that? Thanks for the bumper help!

 

[Jackie chan]

If I got new studs how far do you think I could go out without having to roll my fenders or anything like that? Thanks for the bumper help!

If youre not planning on dropping it, like 20mm. But in that case you wouldnt need longer studs, because you'd be using bolt on spacers.

 

[Wyattmckay3]

If youre not planning on dropping it, like 20mm. But in that case you wouldnt need longer studs, because you'd be using bolt on spacers.

I'm planning on dropping it..I just don't want to have to do anything to the fenders but still have that wide look. I just ordered an exhaust and mud flaps, ill post pics when they get here.

 

[MrGiggles]

Are you wanting to run aftermarket wheels?

There is hardly any fender clearance on the rear, so that needs to be considered before lowering or installing spacers.

 

[Wyattmckay3]

Are you wanting to run aftermarket wheels?

There is hardly any fender clearance on the rear, so that needs to be considered before lowering or installing spacers.

Eventually yes, what do you think my set up should be?

 

[MrGiggles]

17x7, +45 offset, with a 205/45 or 215/45 tire usually fits pretty well. You will have to roll the rear fenders.

 

[Wyattmckay3]

17x7, +45 offset, with a 205/45 or 215/45 tire usually fits pretty well. You will have to roll the rear fenders.

I won't even need spacers then right?

 

[MrGiggles]

Nope.

 

[Wyattmckay3]

finally got my obx forza catback. Nice deep rumble. The only bad thing is the tip is so god damn big and is snugged against the bumper. So it melted part of the exhaust cut out. I also just ordered an innovative performance chip. Should add 35hp and 5mpg more!

 

[googoo1oo]

Go on eBay and get some adjustable exhaust mounts then it won't touch your bumper

 

[Wyattmckay3]

Go on eBay and get some adjustable exhaust mounts then it won't touch your bumper

Thanks!!

 

[MrGiggles]

finally got my obx forza catback. Nice deep rumble. The only bad thing is the tip is so god damn big and is snugged against the bumper. So it melted part of the exhaust cut out. I also just ordered an innovative performance chip. Should add 35hp and 5mpg more!

Riiiiight........

 

[Jackie chan]

Yeah... dont put that "chip" in...

 

[Wyattmckay3]

whats up with it?

 

[SpoofMastaFly]

Gimmick

 

[Brian_K]

return it/get your money back asap. Most do nothing, while others just make your car run rich. The only thing close to a "chip" for the protege is an mp3 ecu reflash.

 

[MrGiggles]

They typically consist of a resistor that replaces the IAT or ECT signal with a fixed resistance, which the ECM interprets as the engine being in a cold environment, so it enriches the fuel mixture. It's far from the ideal running conditions, and can hurt engine lifespan and a number of other things.

The MP3 reflash is proven to increase performance (documented dyno runs) and add to the drive-ability of the car. It will run you 150 dollars and you have to run premium gas, but it's well worth the money.

 

[Taco Cat]

What Jackie Chan said, don't put that chip in. A cheap chip like that won't do anything, except possibly damage the car. If you want some extra "power" without doing much work, buy an MP3 ecu. Look it up and do some reading on that.