[mspeedP5]

I am contemplating taking the plunge and going forced induction. I have the opportunity to pick up a used Mental Addiction Motorsports Street Sleeper Kit at a fairly decent price. I am wondering if anyone has any experience with their products and has any feedback. The details of the sale are as follows:

Unfortunately, it's time for me to throw in the towel. Long story short: I've decided that I no longer have the passion and the commitment to continue modifying my car extensively. There is nothing wrong with the kit. It is a fantastic kit and is 100% complete. I'm just not 100% there.
This kit retailed for $4395 USD. I'm selling it for $3500 CDN + shipping if applicable.

Included is the following:
GT28RS
Tial 38mm Wastegate
Greddy Type S BOV
FMIC
MPI Tuner + Turbo Module
Plumbing + Miscellaneous parts

I ran this kit for 4 months and put on less than 8,000 KM. Beau (the manufacturer) from Mental Addiction Motorsports has amazing customer service and will continue to honour his warranty on the kit.

I'd prefer to sell and see this kit run in Vancouver as it hasn't really had it's chance to shine. However, I'll be posting an ad on the Toronto and US boards within the next couple weeks to increase exposure.

Let me know if you have any questions. This is a large investment (at a huge discount) and I don't want a buyer to walk into this blind. I'm local (to Vancouver), so we can meet up and discuss any concerns you might have.


More details on the kit are here:
Mental Addiction Motorsports (http://mentaladdictionmotorsports.com/cart/product_info.php?cPath=23_37&products_id=206)

Any opinions/feedback etc appreciated.

[MajorBludd]

i would say its a good deal for the parts as every thing is made for a direct bolt on i would asume. my only concern is seeing the parts in person to see the true condtion of them, but 3500 cnd not a bad price. considering the gt28rs with out coatings runs around the 1000 US mark new.

[Zeus]

yeah gt28rs goes for 1100 us on kinetics site... so definately a good deal...

I cant say ive heard of "mpi tuner + turbo module before" but seeings how there is no fmu (very very good thing) this looks to be your fuel controll... id research that and see how well you like it...

but the rest of the kit looks pretty damn nice... that mani provided its not cheaply made should be really good... looks like a "full race" manifold and they make some of the best in the business

my final thoughts is this looks like it would be a great kit for your car... perfect turbo size and a complete kit that has allready been installed on the same car plsu getting it used means you get it at a discount...

not sure how skookum the stock bottom end is though

[bigwoofer]

Good deal, the MPI is a bit of a quirky thing to get tuned properly. But other than that, a really good deal.

Of course, our engine's are shit for high boost, so unless you go forged, don't plan on running higher than 7-8psi. Thankfully I have forged internals and am running around 10-12psi right now. Mucho fun... but once you start boosing, hard to go back

Just do it

[jeffraider]

I'm thinking of going turbo too, so I have to encourage you not to do this so I never have to be in the same class as you racing. :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by jeffraider
I'm thinking of going turbo too, so I have to encourage you not to do this so I never have to be in the same class as you racing. :)

:lol

[4g914d]

$3500 seems a little much to me. But if it' basicly a brand new kit then go for it. I'm sure you could piece a kit together for cheaper though. If you're only going to be able to keep boost @ 6-8 psi then there's really no need for that turbo, buy a used mitsu turbo like a t25, or better yet a 14b, heck you can pic up a new evoIII 16g for about $600 and It'll be more than you'll ever need if you plan on keeping the internals stock. Spend the extra money you save on a better fuel system and management than what is offered in the kit and you'll be able to make more boost(and power of course) in the long run, or an safc and larger diameter downpipe and exhaust etc. etc. The kit has wicked parts but I think you could get the same performance or better for afew hundred less. Just my opinion, not that it even counts...

[dragon_perf]

Do it Mark!!! Just make sure that there is no play in the turbine and that it spins smoothly, past that Id say snatch it up ASAP.

[Lemon]

boost is good

[bigwoofer]

Psssst, get a good kit. I started out saying I was only going to stay in the 6-8psi range. Now im up in the 10-12psi and next year should be closer to 16-18psi. Boost is evil

[bigwoofer]

Originally posted by GT-Four

I cant say ive heard of "mpi tuner + turbo module before"

the MPI turbo module is a voltage clamp, which under boost interrupts the factory ECU to prevent it from pulling fuel under boost.

[Big Zee]

Originally posted by Lemon
boost is good

fuck you assclown, you said you were stayin NA....

:cry: why couldn't you stay turbo'd :(



































DO IT MARK!!!! you'll be happy with the results
and Matt turbo your teg!!

[NashMan]

really depends on what you wana do with your car in the end

you cna build trubo kit for very cheep big turbo cost money that pretty much the most exp of the hole thign

[Talonted]

I am selling my ported with a 10deg clip Big 16 g.
$500.00 takes it.

:D

[mspeedP5]

Here's some pictures of the actual kit in it's current condition. Any sharp-eyed comments for a relatively inexperienced turbo person would be much appreciated...:)

1st Gen. Street Sleeper Kit (http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=2120614163)

[bigwoofer]

what, you haven't bought this thing yet????


Worse case scenario, spend $300 and have the turbo rebuilt, then it's like you are getting a brand new kit.

[mspeedP5]

I've now got boost... :cool:
Umm, I mean it's in a box in my trunk. :D

[RZZ]

holy shit, you really pick it up! :D

In 2006, it will be Mech tune FF vs Turbo tune FF on the autox in SM lol :D

btw, are you planning to get LSD after the turbo?

Originally posted by mspeedP5
I've now got boost... :cool:
Umm, I mean it's in a box in my trunk. :D

[Korpse]

You just had to keep up with me didn't ya! haha

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by RZZ
btw, are you planning to get LSD after the turbo?

:agree:

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Korpse
You just had to keep up with me didn't ya! haha

;)

[mspeedP5]

Hmmm, wonder why this is in my living room... :)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0049copy.jpg

[Lemon]

INSTALL PICS!!!!

[Action ( talon)]

Originally posted by bigwoofer

Worse case scenario, spend $300 and have the turbo rebuilt, then it's like you are getting a brand new kit.

Um, its like 300 in parts to get the gaskets and such to rebuild a turbo..... you are looking at about 500 taxes in to rebuild a turbo unless you want to risk doing it yourself and blowing it up cause it wasn't aligned properly ;)

[mspeedP5]

Hmmm, something looks different...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0083copy.jpg

[bigwoofer]

Nice, now we got two boosted protege's on the island!!

[bigwoofer]

Originally posted by Action ( talon)
Um, its like 300 in parts to get the gaskets and such to rebuild a turbo..... you are looking at about 500 taxes in to rebuild a turbo unless you want to risk doing it yourself and blowing it up cause it wasn't aligned properly ;)

You're probably right, I had my turbo rebuilt when I bought my kit, I thought it was only $300 to rebuild it, but I can't really remember for sure - so it was probably more, that was a long time and many $$$ ago....

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by bigwoofer
Nice, now we got two boosted protege's on the island!!

Not quite yet. ;)

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

Anytime you're ready Mark.

[TouringTeg]

Its all about the interFooler

[Lageno]

Good stuff man :cool:

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Gen4TurboCiv2
Anytime you're ready Mark.

I'll be in touch! Trying to get as much done beforehand as I can... ;)

This is the part that gives me heartburn...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0084copy.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Now this looks like fun! :)

12.5 sec P5 (http://www.msprotege.com/members/HiBoost%20TS/HiBoost%20P5%20in%20Action1.wmv)

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

That's the part I can understand! A 12.5 sec P5 would be very nice indeed!

[mspeedP5]

Just bought a complete gearbox and LSD assembly out of a stolen/vandalized 2003.5 MSP from Import Auto Recyclers in Abbotsford. :D

[RZZ]

that's cool :D
when will you get it done man? :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by RZZ
when will you get it done man? :)

Let's just say that next season will be a whole new ball game... :D

[mspeedP5]

I'm thinking about a clutch upgrade (since I'll be ripping out my tranny) and I'm wondering what others experiences have been with aftermarket clutches. As most of you know, I mainly autocross with my car, but I did participate in the Alberni drags this summer, so I shouldn't rule out the occasional drag race in the future.
Just looking for comments/suggestions/recommendations.

[Drax240z]

ACT makes really good stuff. Check out their product line online!

http://www.advancedclutch.com/

[mspeedP5]

So far I have found 3 applications that will go in my car.

Spec - Stage II+

ACT - Z66-HDSS

Clutch Masters - FX100 (Stage I)

Centerforce may also have one but I haven't been able to confirm it yet.

So anyone got any input on these from personal experiences?

[mspeedP5]

Got this message back from Centerforce...

Hello Mark,
Thanks for the e-mail.
Now we do not have anything for your 2003 Protégé, probably the 1st quarter of next year.
Regards,

LARRY CLARK
Senior Account Representative
Sales - Customer Service - Catalogs
CENTERFORCE PERFORMANCE CLUTCHES
Division of Midway Industries
Bus. 928/771-8422 ext. 30
Fax. 928/771-8322
larryc@centerforce.com

[bigwoofer]

my buddy has a stage 3 in his mazdaspeed, send him a PM

his nick is PHRISCO

[92SIvic]

go with the ACT, i love mine, and i have yet to hear a bad thing about them.

[PHRiSCo]

Yeah I have Spec stage 3 and Spec Flywheel. Great clutch really light pedal, I love it!

If you're in Vic when I'm over there you can try it out, after my car is back on the road of course.

BTW if you aren't going to run high boost I'll trade you the GT28RS for my stock T25 plus $$$.

Think about it if you want to save some cash, Mental Addiction is building my new shortblock right now! :D

[NashMan]

spec evil they use plain stock pp and use diffetn disk

[mspeedP5]

Crappy weather, day off work, bunch of parts laying around, hmmm, might as well see if they fit together.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0107copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0108copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0106copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0105copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0103copy.jpg

Ya I know. "Why haven't you installed it yet?"you ask.
Well the answer to that is I have all winter to do that, along with the MSP LSD and a new clutch(which I'm still deciding on). In the meantime, the car has been winterized. CF hood is in my living room, 17's are off, mask is on and the wax is thick!

[Talonted]

Looks great:) I have a whole garage of stuff as well. OK I cant lie its in my bedroom. My wife just loves it:rolleyes: Didn't go with the external dump. I dont plan on it either. To loud. Tial 40 eh . What spring is in it?

[Red|ine]

Originally posted by Talonted
Looks great:) I have a whole garage of stuff as well. OK I cant lie its in my bedroom. My wife just loves it:rolleyes: Didn't go with the external dump. I dont plan on it either. To loud. Tial 40 eh . What spring is in it?

Looks like a Tial 38mm to me. The 40mm uses the 4 bolt flanges.

Nice setup though man. What turbo is it?

I'm using a Spec stage III in my Volvo. My car uses a dual mass flywheel, so the clutch disc is unsprung. It is also a 6 puck so it took a while to get used to, especially in stop & go traffic. Other than that, it's got a nice light pedal feel and quick engagement.

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Talonted
What spring is in it?

Not 100% sure but I'm guessing the .500 bar. I'm gonna' have to follow up on this tho'. :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Red|ine
Looks like a Tial 38mm to me.

What turbo is it?

I'm using a Spec stage III in my Volvo.

-Correct, 38mm

-GT28RS

-Where did you source the SPEC Clutch from?

[Red|ine]

I got my clutch from http://www.matrixintegrated.cc/ in portland

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Talonted
What spring is in it?

.400 bar / 5.802 psi

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Red|ine
I got my clutch from http://www.matrixintegrated.cc/ in portland

I'm seriously tempted here. (Stage II+)...

SPEC Clutch Sale (http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2096592&postcount=1)

[Red|ine]

Yea, that's a good price!

[mspeedP5]

Just a few updates...
First off, I upgraded the mounting tabs on the MAM Intercooler, the one and only tab that was on there was a bit wimpy for my likeing, so I removed it and had 2 welded on to spread the load out a bit before I installed it...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0053copy.jpg
In that pic you can also see I painted my A-pod pillar to match the factory grey colour of the interior trim. Thanks to Paul (BIGWOOFER) for helping out with the colour code info... ;D It looks great with the Auto Meter Ultra-Lite Oil Pressure and Boost Gauges.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0086.jpg
On a side note, I had an opportunity to pick up a red top Optima cheap, so it went in today...
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=64547
Having issues with the negative terminal tho'. Looking into something better than what I'm using now.
I also installed the Vacuum block for the turbo install today. I just cut the hose and spread it apart to fit the block in. I plan on actually shortening the hose to make it fit better later on. At this point I only have my boost gauge connected to it and it is doing a stellar job of showing me vacuum readings! ;D I can hardly wait for the BOOOOOST readings! I'd also like to find something better than those big unsightly hoser clamps that are on there now... ;D
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0131copy.jpg
I also picked up a bung today to have welded onto my oil pan for the oil return line. I'll just cap it until I do the turbo install...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0140copy.jpg
I put together a fitting for my oil supply line that would also accomodate the pressure gauge. This did eliminate the OEM low oil pressure sending unit tho'. Again, I capped off the oil supply fitting until the turbo is installed...
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=63623
Sorry about the pic links... kinda have them spread out over a few hosts... :crazy2:

[Super Dipper]

make sure you mount that drain fitting as high up as possible and make it the straight shot into the pan as possible.

if you mount it low in the pan, you could have back up issues and end up killing the seals in the turbo prematurely.

You mention the bypass of your oil pressure sending unit? (the factory one). Is there not enough room to install this back in line with your oil feed tee?

I would suggest figuring out a way to do this. I assume you drive this on a daily basis. If you dont have an idiot light on your dash that goes off in the event you lose oil and you dont have a oilpressure gauge, it could some major damage to the car/motor.

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by QuadTech
make sure you mount that drain fitting as high up as possible and make it the straight shot into the pan as possible.

This is where the return bung is going to be located, just below the flange on the pan.
The idiot light isn't an issue as I have the oil pressure gauge.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0144copy.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Well I took advantage of the sale that HorsepowerFreaks was having on the SPEC clutch kits and ordered a Stage II+ for my car. It is good for 340 ft/lbs of torque, not that I expect to get anywhere close to that number... :lol
It arrived today.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/SPECStageII.jpg

[mspeedP5]

I'm getting my Mazdaspeed LSD transaxle and SPEC Stage II+ clutch installed next week and I was thinking that I should treat the tranny to something other than your everyday 75W-90. Any recommendations and suggestions where to purchase in the Nanaimo area?

[RZZ]

what is the requirment for protege tranny and mazdaspeed LSD? (clutch type or gear type?)
if it is clutch type, mostly you will need to add lsd modifier if you use normal gear oil, or you can get the gear oil that is designed for with LSD
for gear type, you only need gear oil, that's all

for me, i will try the motul GEAR FF for clutch type lsd tranny
motul MOTYLGEAR 75W-90 for gear type lsd tranny
:)

Originally posted by mspeedP5
I'm getting my Mazdaspeed LSD transaxle and SPEC Stage II+ clutch installed next week and I was thinking that I should treat the tranny to something other than your everyday 75W-90. Any recommendations and suggestions where to purchase in the Nanaimo area?

[Victoria SiR]

I used MOTYLGEAR 75W-90 in my tranny my shifting went to shit, it was way too thick.

[m1ataman]

You need some Amsoil MTG synthetic manual transmission lube to get the best and I just happen to know someone who can hook you up!

[Victoria SiR]

Originally posted by m1ataman
You need some Amsoil MTG synthetic manual transmission lube to get the best and I just happen to know someone who can hook you up!

I have been using the Honda OEM stuff and its been great so far... I just have to change it frequently as the Quaife tends to go through it a bit quicker.

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

The Amsoil MTF is superior to the OEM stuff. I even converted a Honda technician...:p

[projectcivic]

Originally posted by Gen4TurboCiv2
The Amsoil MTF is superior to the OEM stuff. I even converted a Honda technician...:p

its true, Seandatech loves the amsoil stuff now.

[m1ataman]

MTF for Honda/Acura, MTG for Mazda, Nissan, Toyota, VW, and most everything else.

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by RZZ
what is the mazdaspeed LSD? (clutch type or gear type?)

Conical ring torque sensing type.

You need some Amsoil MTG synthetic manual transmission lube to get the best and I just happen to know someone who can hook you up!

Cornel... where can I get some in Nanaimo? I'm taking my car down there this Thursday and I could pick it up then.

[RZZ]

because B-series engine isn't designed to use gear type oil...
execpt clutch type lsd, you never run that heavy oil in the B-series tranny

i am using Motul Motylgear 10W-40
it is still pretty good after running them for almost a year now with many times of autox

Originally posted by Victoria SiR
I used MOTYLGEAR 75W-90 in my tranny my shifting went to shit, it was way too thick.

[mspeedP5]

Got the clutch and Mazdaspeed transaxle in today... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0174copy.jpg

I ordered some Amsoil MTF but it didn't arrive in time for me to use at the swap. It was here when I got back home though so I'll probably change it out this weekend.
Also, I discovered a leaking front strut while the car was up on the hoist and while explaining some rough idle symptoms to my tech I find out that the EGR sensor is probably in need of replacement. (Apparently this is not uncommon with the '02 FS-DE engine.) I also found out that I should be thinking about replacing my timing belt (Recommended at 90,000K).
Damn, the way things are going I may not be able to race until June! :(

[mspeedP5]

I've got to stop watching vids like this... :cool:
Right Click - Save As (http://www.spoolinawd.com/~spoolin/CwillvsRecord.wmv)

And with 1-fwd :)

[bigwoofer]

Nice!!!

[mspeedP5]

Got my Tokico HP's for the front today. Another Saturday project is now in the works...:)
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/TokicoBlues.jpg

[richie6banger]

$3500 Canadian? That's cheap! With a GT ball bearing turbo, IC, header. That's the cost of an IC and TC alone on my car. I'd be all over it.

[richie6banger]

And your cat scares me:D

[mspeedP5]

Well I went to do my struts today and got as far as taking the front wheels off. The bolts holding the end links for the sway bar are seized solid. They're a wierd setup with a hex socket in the end of the bolt like this...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/endlinkbolt.jpg
Unfortunately this is a common occurance with these cars so it's gonna have to go to the shop to get done... :(
(Actually, I'll probably just get them to undo the end-links, lube 'em up and/or replace the bolts and then I'll do it later.)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by richie6banger
And your cat scares me:D

Her name is SPOOK! :)

[Big Zee]

wow your really going full tilt with this hey Mark ?
looks awesome so far :)

[mspeedP5]

Got my pusher fan installed on the weekend, along with the Tokicos. More stuff to check off the list! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/SPAL1.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/SPAL2.jpg

[Enraged]

the endlinks on the sway bars on my supra were similar to the bolt you posted... i got them off, but wow, what a pain in the ass those where... my sway bar install would have been 10 min, front and back, if it wasnt for those.

[Victoria SiR]

What made you go with Tokiko's rather than say Koni's?

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Victoria SiR
What made you go with Tokiko's rather than say Koni's?
I already had a pair that were given to me in the rear, so I thought I'd finish it off all round. I really wanted to get the 5-way adjustable Illuminas for all 4 corners, but this whole turbo project is sucking my money up like a freaking boat so that'll have to wait! :D

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0222copy.jpg

Well it's been a long 7 months (give or take a week) of looking at this sucker begging to be installed in my car. I'm now less than a week away. Today I'm taking my final inventory before I pack everything up for the trip to $$$$$$$$ Friday morning to finally bring this project to completion. Everything seems to be here except for the LSD, clutch, pusher fan, FMIC and gauges, which are all installed.
I can hardly wait! :D :D :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0229copy.jpg

[h0tSX]

wohoo, that is going to be so much fun mark.

[abinga]

Wow cant wait to see the results!

[Real Talk Sucka]

looking verry nice cant wait till u hit the track :D

[danny_d19]

Take pics of the install progress, and lots after

[mspeedP5]

I already bought new batteries for the digi-cam and tape for the camcorder... :D

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

I have to say, really nice car to work on so far.
Love that snail!

[mspeedP5]

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

more to come later...

[Drax240z]

Good times! :) Thanks Mark!

[mspeedP5]

Huge props to Chris, Rich and Mike @ $$$$$$$$. You guys went beyond the extra mile to help get this project to completion and "burning the midnight oil" would be a major understatement.
Thanks again for taking it on and putting up with me hanging around and providing all my lack of expertise! :D

[Black SC2]

Pics? Vid, some of us are bitting our nails with anticipation!

[mspeedP5]

Here's one for now.
There are a lot more but I need to sort through them later...

Mental Addiction Motorsports
Street Sleeper Ver.1
GT28RS
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/DCP_0263copy.jpg

[abinga]

shit that looks huge

[rslater]

Have you taken it for a rip yet? Im most curious about how it pulls now!!!!!! Was it an amazing feeling?

[mspeedP5]

It's a completely different animal. Now I have to learn to tame it! :D

[mspeedP5]

These should help... :)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0272copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0273copy.jpg

[Black SC2]

Is that a grease pit in your house?

[mspeedP5]

Yup! My garage is actually built over a workshop in the basement and there is a sliding panel in the floor that opens up into it below. There is a raised platform in the basement shop with a ladder going up to the garage that puts me right at working height for the underside of the car.
The reason I bought this place was for the garage. It just happened to have a 2000 sq. ft. house attached to it! :D

Edit: If you look at the picture on page 2 of this thread of the planned location of my oil return line, it was taken standing on the platform underneath my car...

[RZZ]

mark, r u sure those kumho mx will give you enough grip to run in SM? :p

no r-compound tires?! :p

btw, it is nice to see your turbo finally in :D

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by RZZ
mark, r u sure those kumho mx will give you enough grip to run in SM?
no r-compound tires?

Probably not Ray but I couldn't say no to them at $99 each. The r-comps are gonna have to wait. :)

[Drax240z]

Just get those FD wheels of mine and toss on some R-compounds. ;)

[RZZ]

$99 each...shit
i should get those for my next daily use tires for 16' :D

Originally posted by mspeedP5
Probably not Ray but I couldn't say no to them at $99 each. The r-comps are gonna have to wait. :)

[Enraged]

*cough*

http://www.tiretrends.com/tire_info.php3?detailID=6943&invTable=TireDetail

now if only they were 255/45R17s i could get some new front tires :)

[RZZ]

shit...
kumho mx doesn't even have the size i want for my 16'
plus...it is more than 99 bucks each for me :( haha

[4g914d]

waayy too much turbo for that stock motor

[mspeedP5]

Well here are some pics of the install process at the shop... (my apologies for the variety of picture sizes. Photobucket automatically resizes them...)

First thing was to remove the oil pan and prep it for installation of the bung for the oil return line.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0232.jpg

Then it was turned over to Mike for welding it in. Nice job!
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0236.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0239.jpg

While the oil pan was being welded, out came the header to make room for the new manifold, turbo and downpipe.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0235.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0233.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0238.jpg

[mspeedP5]

We had to remove the front passenger side tow hook, grind off a flange and reweld the seam to accomodate this one section of piping for the intercooler. All the other sections fit together pretty well.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0246.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0243.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0242.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0241.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0240.jpg

Once the manifold, turbo assembly was in place it became apparent that a heat shield was in order to protect one of the fans. Another little project for Mike!
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0247.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0248.jpg

[mspeedP5]

The best part we saved for Rich! Wiring in the MPI Tuner and Turbo Module. On his knees, head under the dash, for at least 1 1/2 hours and nowhere to go as the car was up in the air on the hoist for most of the time!
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0252.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0253.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0261.jpg

Short break for some entertainment...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0260.jpg

Then it was time to get on the dyno and see if it would run...
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0267.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0264.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0268.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0269.jpg

{Mike... "I'll get this sucker tuned if I have to stay up all night!"}
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0271.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0270.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Was it all worth it? I think so...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/P5hp.gif

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/P5tq.gif

The car will be going back to the shop for some final tuning soon. There are some rough edges to sort out and I want to be ready for the first VMSC event April 30. I'm confident that $$$$$$$$ will be able to help me do this. ;)

[h0tSX]

way to go mark, looks great!

[Drax240z]

We'll get you all smoothed out before that date Mark, no worries! This time we'll bring some extra caffeine! ;)

[yeloprofan]

Good stuff, glad to see the beast is now on the road. Will you be able to get into 1 bar turbo land anytime soon. I would like to see the HP numbers around there.

[mspeedP5]

Thanks again to the crew at $$$$$$$$ for all their efforts and patience to get this right. All is good! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dyno%20Tuning/Dyno05-13-2006TQ.jpg

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

Mark, again thank you for letting us be a part of this project!

Hopefully Saturday's tuning is still doing what it should! More boost and it looks like you'll be in the 200 club.

[oldskoolz24]

So did you get rid of the hesitation problem you were having?

[Black SC2]

None of this would be possible without the Dutch Door! :p

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by oldskoolz24
So did you get rid of the hesitation problem you were having?

Yes :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Black SC2
None of this would be possible without the Dutch Door! :p

Without a doubt! :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Gen4TurboCiv2
More boost and it looks like you'll be in the 200 club.

So what will a boost controller run me? :D

BTW, look at what the Mental Addiction guys are doing with a Protege...

+400whp Protege (http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123634492)

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

Mark,

I'll email you tomorrow.

Chris

[mspeedP5]

New stuff soon... ;)

[MazdaDragon]

I will hopefully be boosting mine this winter, and u can get a manual boost controller made for cheap. Havent talked to u in a while mark, pm me some time.

[h0tSX]

why make one...spend some money and get a profec-b...youll be glad you did :D

[mspeedP5]

Me likey! ;)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0559copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0560copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0563copy.jpg

Now where are those rods? :confused:

[mspeedP5]

They arrived today! :D
Oh the sweetness!

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0566copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0568copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0569copy.jpg

Now it's off to the machine shop! :)

[mspeedP5]

It's gone!!!

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0573copy-1.jpg



































But not for long... :D

[oldskoolz24]

This better not be turning into a "Jas project" (ie. we don't see your car on the road for the next 5 years) :p

[rental_metard]

You got mazda to take out your engine?

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by rental_metard
You got mazda to take out your engine?

Yes. We have a good working relationship.

[Red|ine]

Which machine shop?

[h0tSX]

my hero!

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Red|ine
Which machine shop?

Island D Automotive Machine.

[rabidhamsterfab]

lemme know how your experience with Island D is... I know the dealership uses them pretty exclusively but that's all OEM stuff


I may have 2 engines for them over the winter/spring


I think I missed some of the thread though... only engine upgrade/repairs? or you doing more too?

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by rally88tercelez
I think I missed some of the thread though... only engine upgrade/repairs?

Yes/yes.... and then more boost... :)

[HKBR]

Originally posted by bigwoofer
Nice, now we got two boosted protege's on the island!!

I love the black roof!!! Awesome. I drive a yellow car too -- but with a green roof:lol

[Super Dipper]

Originally posted by oldskoolz24
This better not be turning into a "Jas project" (ie. we don't see your car on the road for the next 5 years) :p

meh, it will only be 3 years come this november.

[mspeedP5]

It's getting closer! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/th_EngineBore.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/?action=view&current=EngineBore.flv)

[mspeedP5]

Got a few more pics from the machine shop...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3567.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3571.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3579.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3580.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3568.jpg

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3569.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3575.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3578.jpg

If all goes well, we'll be turning the key next week. :)

[mspeedP5]

Woot! New goodies arrived the other day! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0580copy.jpg

Microtech LT10s (http://microtechefi.com/microtech-products.php?product_id=6)

[m1ataman]

Looking good Mark. I guess you'll be doing a $$$$$$$$ run soon?

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by m1ataman
Looking good Mark. I guess you'll be doing a $$$$$$$$ run soon?

Once I get the motor broken in it'll be going in for a brain transplant and some dyno tuning... :D

[Black SC2]

We're all anxious to see your car grace the rollers with a new noggin', Mark!

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by Black SC2
We're all anxious to see your car grace the rollers with a new noggin', Mark!

You better check with Rich on this one... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0252.jpg

[mspeedP5]

It's getting ever closer...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3740.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3741.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3742.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3743.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3744.jpg

Feed me!!!

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_3746.jpg

[h0tSX]

mmm, sweet anticipation.

[rabidhamsterfab]

mmmmmmm .. I hate you!...

I wish I had some new fancy engine pics to post up ...but I gotta find fine


work faster!!! lessee this thing done!

[mspeedP5]

The car now has about 150 km on the engine and sits at $$$$$$$$ while the new EMS is finalized and the snow melts.
Stay tuned...

BTW, kudos to Rich and Mike for their patience and perseverance last weekend!

$$$$$$$$ rocks! :buttrock:

[Black SC2]

More progress today as well dude. Chris solved some of the grounding issues. Tomorrow may be a fun day in P5 land.

[mspeedP5]

Got my car back today!!! Finally after almost 4 1/2 months! Thanks again to Chris, Rich, Mike and Christian at $$$$$$$$ for all your patience, perserverance, and great service!
Oh yeah, and also thanks again for the valet service!!!
Now, time to break this baby in! :D

[mspeedP5]

Wow, it's been a while since I posted here.
8+k on the rebuild now. Car's running great.
Picked up a new toy for it the other day...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/WidebandAF.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/WidebandAF2.jpg

Gotta get a new gauge pod now... :(

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

YES!

[mspeedP5]

Before...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Grill3.jpg





After...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Grill2.jpg

[mspeedP5]

550cc Injector Kit. Turning up the boost soon! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/550s2.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Picked up this deep sump oil pan from a guy stateside that was parting out his car. This will eliminate any possibility of crank oil starvation which has been a problem for the FS-DE engines under high rev/G conditions. Adds approx 1.5 litre capacity.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/AWROilPan.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Seemed to develope a crack in my turbo manifold so out it came tonight. I'm getting better at this shit. Went from this...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-2.jpg

...to this, in just over 2 hours. :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/DCP_0071.jpg

Here's the crack, just below the wastegate flange.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/DCP_0077copy.jpg

I also found that I was leaking in other places too! Lookin' a little black here...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/DCP_0076.jpg

...and here.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/DCP_0075.jpg

Think there was any power loss with all these leaks? :confused:

[mspeedP5]

Got the mani welded up and had the flange resurfaced at the same time. I've decided to wait until the Fall/Winter to get the ceramic coating redone so I just gave it a coat of VHT.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-1-2.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-4-3.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-2-3.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Also took the opportunity to install my deep sump oil pan while the car is on the stands...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/AWRPan.jpg

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

Looking good Mark. I think I've figured out something for injectors btw.

[mspeedP5]

I know what it is!!!
They're not in yet!!! :D

Gonna have to do something about that reeeeally soon...

[mspeedP5]

Did some road tuning today with Chris who was gracious enough to give me some time on the holiday. (thanks dood)
Car is pulling really strong, especially in 5th to 4th passing. I'm really looking forward to seeing what I can do in the 1/4 next weekend. Just have to get used to the launching... :D

[mspeedP5]

For the record... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Timeslip08-12-2007.jpg

[mspeedP5]

I had just turned left at a traffic light when it just shut down. All power is still present, turns over etc, just won't start. There was no indication of anything going wrong, the car has been running fine. I haven't had time yet to trouble-shoot. Just put it on the hook and towed it home.
And to add insult to injury, the bozo driving the wrecker gouged one of my rims with the tow lift!

F#@&*%$K!!! :mad:

[mspeedP5]

Found the problem. Blown 10A "Engine" fuse in the kick panel fuse box. Car fired right up. Now the nagging question is what caused it to blow?:confused:

[Enraged]

are they liable for damage to your wheel?

[dustinb]

Originally posted by mspeedP5
Found the problem. Blown 10A "Engine" fuse in the kick panel fuse box. Car fired right up. Now the nagging question is what caused it to blow?:confused:

Strange. That really sucks about your rim, and there's basically nothing you can do about it either.

[mspeedP5]

Got a call back from the BCAA claims guy today and he is looking into it for me. Anyone know somewhere on the Island that does wheel repairs? Here's the dirt...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0379copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0379copy2.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0381copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0380copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dcp_0382copy.jpg

[oldskoolz24]

Originally posted by mspeedP5
Got a call back from the BCAA claims guy today and he is looking into it for me. Anyone know somewhere on the Island that does wheel repairs? Here's the dirt...


Mirror Image Metal Polishing here in Vic. He fixed up one of my Kosei's when I curbed it as Western a couple of years ago.

Mirror Image Metal Polishing
4856 Townsend Drive
Victoria, BC
Phone: (250) 479-5438

[hud 91gt]

Wow, you got pictures. That could help...

[mspeedP5]

BCAA stepped right up to the plate. The rim has been shipped to Greens in Richmond for repair. All expenses being covered by BCAA. :thumbsup:

[mspeedP5]

Got my rim back from Green's today. It looks better than the other three now for sure!

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-1copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-3copy.jpg

Again, can't say enough about BCAA doing the right thing and looking after everything for me. :)

[mspeedP5]

My tranny has been making some weird noises (only in reverse) so I thought I'd fix up my original tranny that has been sitting in my basement. First thing was to get the newly revised torsen-style LSD from Mazda Motorsports who offer racer discounts for those that qualify.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/LSD/Untitled-3.jpg

There is an inherent problem with these LSDiff's when used in higher horsepower applications than stock. They break as seen here. (The circles indicate where the factory spot welds were in this case.)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/LSD/unweldedoem_lsd_broke.jpg

The solution is to have the housing welded and this is what I have done.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/LSD/Untitled-2-6.jpg

The tranny should be assembled by the weekend and maybe the swap will happen on Saturday. :)

[mspeedP5]

Originally posted by mspeedP5
Found the problem. Blown 10A "Engine" fuse in the kick panel fuse box. Car fired right up. Now the nagging question is what caused it to blow?:confused:

The culprit here was an O2 sensor that was chafing against my transmission housing due to a poorly located bung on my downpipe, causing a short. The bung has now been relocated and hopefully that will be the end of the electrical problems (because I really suck at electrical troubleshooting).

[mavm86]

Does this mean you'll make it to Victoria for autocross this weekend? I hope so!

[mspeedP5]

Doubtful...

[mspeedP5]

Are there any tell-tale signs to look for that would indicate detonation has occurred? I was running my car really hard up the Alberni hump with sustained periods of WOT and full boost when it started to make a strange metallic noise like I'd never heard before, (kind of like a rattling of small pebbles in a tin can). I had trouble determining where it was coming from but my son who was riding with me said it was definitely behind the footwell/firewall. I immediately backed off and just cruised for a bit and everything appeared normal, gauges all good, sounded fine etc. I tried a couple of short bursts of WOT and did not have a repeat of the noise. Car pulled strong and felt normal. When I got the car home I looked around under the hood, under the car and all seems intact. Maybe it's my tranny telling me something??? It has been making some noise, but only in reverse gear... so far. :(

[pyannaco]

Check the plugs. It's possible that you were driving for a bit and everything got sort of heat soaked and caused it to get too hot.

[Gen4TurboCiv2]

Mark, check the plugs out. If I recall correctly, I set your timing with a boost retard as well. It might be time for a spark plug change. Give me a shout at the shop.


Cheers,

Chris

[mspeedP5]

I'll look at them after work today and then call you.

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-1-5.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Untitled-2-6.jpg

[ostampflee]

You need to go a heat range or 2 colder (3 threads of carbon is the rule I abide by) , but the plugs look half decent.

[mspeedP5]

We tried running a colder plug way back and the car ran like shit...
Might have been with the old Perfect Power piggy-back now that I think about it. Hmmm.

[jsooke]

Mark,

Are you still running the stock intake manifold / butterfly valves. Not sure if your car was under the recall the P5's had. On my 2003.5 the butterfly valves on the top intake runners close at about 4500rpm. For a period of time Mazda had them attached by screws (as opposed to being revitted), which of course worked loose over a period of time and would get sucked into the cylinders. Generally they are small enough to go out the exhaust valve, although with a turbo I do not know if this would be possible .....

Jay

[mspeedP5]

No loose screws here Jay! :D

[mspeedP5]

It's been a while but here's an update.
Soon to be acquired... K-Sport Kontrol Pro Coil Overs

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/K-SportKontrolPro.jpg

[stevo911_]

gross, the orange and yellow will clash so much!:p
what are these replacing?

[mspeedP5]

Tokico HP's and Progress Coils

[Black SC2]

Fancy!

[RZZ]

Mark, why k-sport...?! why not go for the mazdaspeed custom coilover(similar to koni yellow with CG coilover)? my friend had a set of k-sport before on his old civic and it blew in half year...:(

[mspeedP5]

Mark, why k-sport...?! why not go for the mazdaspeed custom coilover(similar to koni yellow with CG coilover)? my friend had a set of k-sport before on his old civic and it blew in half year...:(

My research on the Mazda forums was quite positive for these coilovers in my application. I'm buying them from a guy in Toronto who is parting out his car before selling it and there is only 1500 km on these. They retail for approx $1050US and I'm getting them for $700CA. I'm pretty happy with that.:)

[mspeedP5]

Well I did some deeper digging for info on these and have changed my mind. Seems the struts are prone to failure.
Sucks to have such limited aftermarket support... :(

[BlackRadon]

wicked thread man. I have k-sports on my jetta wagon. work AWESOME. i also got a smokin deal on them too. Ive had them for a year now. just had a look at them three days ago when i put the winters on..no leaks or anything. You'll like them.

[oldskoolz24]

Well I did some deeper digging for info on these and have changed my mind. Seems the struts are prone to failure.
Sucks to have such limited aftermarket support... :(

GC and Koni FTW!

[RZZ]

GC and Koni FTW!:thumbsup:
or mazdaspeed custom shortened bilstein coilover kit :thumbsup:

[mspeedP5]

GC just makes a sleeve for my car which is ok but I would like to have a complete unit with pillow ball mounts and full f/r camber adjustability.
Ray, I can't find the Mazdaspeed setup you are referring to. Any more info?

[RZZ]

for the mazdaspeed setup, u can only get it in here, https://www.mazdamotorsports.com/
you have to register to be member and u should be qualify for it (they need u to submit autox/road racing/drag result)
for more information for the mazdaspeed coilover, u need to email them after u became a member because when i check on their website, they didn't show as much information about the coilover kit anymore...

[mspeedP5]

Thanks :)

[Valk]

what are you gonna do with your old coil sleeves? i just got my hands on an MSP ;)

[mspeedP5]

Don't currently have coilovers. Just Tokico HP's (which you have on your MSP if I recall correctly) and Progress lowering coils.

[Valk]

ah, i thought you were getting them lol. just need to read more.. good to know though. i was pretty tempted by those ksports for my p5.

will probably save up and give some bc coils a try.

[mspeedP5]

I found the Mazdaspeed set-up Ray. They're made for them by AWR. Eibach on Bilstein's. Just need the CA$ to rebound again. US$1840.00 :(

http://www.awrracing.com/images/prosusp/frtProAssyLG.jpg

http://www.awrracing.com/images/prosusp/rrProAssyLG.jpg

[BlackRadon]

lol you gotta pay to play..lol thats why ksports are good.

[Valk]

why not try the bc coils. looks like a pretty sweet setup for the money. I might give them a shot after the fmic/jpipe/exaust and afc.

[mspeedP5]

Mailman brought me some goodies today! :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Deatschwerks600ccInjectors.jpg

[JDMontego]

mspseedP5, I've seen your car parked at esq gym a few times. From a personal experience I've had my stereo and other stuff jacked from that lot, so just be careful. Anywho, look's like you have made a lot of progress on the car,looks great, keep it up.

[mspeedP5]

Not me. I live in Port Alberni.

[NashMan]

were it's safe to post on rev scene
cause you live in the middle of no ware and not many people have computer's out there cause there doing there sisters

[mspeedP5]

Inbreeding in Port? Never...

[mspeedP5]

why not try the bc coils

a set is on the way... :thumbsup:

[jsooke]

So, when is it going to race??????

Jay

[RZZ]

so will the crazy turbo yellow P5 come out to race in next winter event? :D

[mspeedP5]

Realistically I'm thinking the Summer Series. Might be ready sooner but we'll see. I still don't have any rubber. Waiting for my rims and coils to arrive and then I have to do some measuring. Hoping to squeeze some 245's into my wheel wells. Also have the fuel system to install and then tuning as well.

[RZZ]

for my itr, 235 is really tight fit already (all around, with right camber setting, right offset for wheels) for 245, i guess you have to pull fender on your P5 or run fender flares/wide fenders on your P5...
well pull fender would be cheaper but you may have to repaint the fenders tho because it may crack the paint...:(
btw, how much do you pay for the BC coilover? take me for a ride when you come out for autox, i would like to see how it goes :)

[mspeedP5]

how much do you pay for the BC coilover? take me for a ride when you come out for autox, i would like to see how it goes :)

US$1069.95. You're welcome to do a ride-along anytime!

[mspeedP5]

So.... UPS showed up with one of my FD rims today. Hope the remaining three show up tomorrow! :bluemad:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/FDRim.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Coilovers arrived today. :)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/BC%20Racing%20Coilovers/Untitled-7.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/BC%20Racing%20Coilovers/Untitled-8.jpg

[Valk]

ah man. i want a set of those bad. where did you buy them from? how bad was the shipping and all that. Might get those coils this year after my fmic/exaust

[mspeedP5]

where did you buy them from? how bad was the shipping and all that.

protegegarage.com CA$1491.68 incl duty/GST shipped to my door.

[mspeedP5]

Bus depot called me today... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/FD%20Rims/HRTrak.jpg

[Fritz]

Looking good, Mark. Hope to see you out for autocross soon.

[mspeedP5]

Looking good, Mark. Hope to see you out for autocross soon.

I'm working on it! :)

[mspeedP5]

Had the FD rims media blasted and painted instead of powdercoated. I'm happy with the results...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/FDRimPainted.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Suspension is all installed and aligned, and fuel system installed. On the rollers in the morning for tuning. :)

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dyno%20Tuning/Dyno04-10-2009.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Thanks to Chris for working his magic as usual and also Dustin for his hard work. :thumbsup:

[mspeedP5]

Where it all began... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Dyno%20Tuning/Dyno08-20-2005.jpg

[hud 91gt]

Haha, that last graph made me laugh. Good work. Do you have those wheels installed yet? Where are the pictures!

[mspeedP5]

All set for Thunder In The Valley next weekend... :D

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Thunder%20In%20The%20Alberni%20Valley%202009/Untitled-5.jpg

[NashMan]

thats a pretty big sticker you got there

[mspeedP5]

Ya, I'm the rolling billboard for the shop for the week. :D

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/2009%20Thunder%20In%20The%20Valley/2009ThunderintheValley0001.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/2009%20Thunder%20In%20The%20Valley/Untitled-16.jpg

[Hickman]

nice man!

[Enraged]

13 flat? nice!

[mspeedP5]

Lost my clutch during auto-x at Saratoga on Sunday...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_ZrVL9b8pM

[Hickman]

oh no! that sucks!

[mspeedP5]

Actually, I think it is probably my LSD that disintegrated. Not uncommon for the OEM Mazdaspeed LSD's. I have a welded revised edition LSD in a rebuilt tranny sitting in my garage that is going to go in as soon as my new Stage III+ SPEC clutch arrives. Should be good to go for the SOLO I event Sept. 19.

[hud 91gt]

Where are the pictures with the RX7 wheels?

[mspeedP5]

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/FD%20Rims/Untitled-5.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/FD%20Rims/Untitled-8-1.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Got everything back together and running in time. Here's a vid of me chasing down a Miata, until I missed a shift into 4th and then the run ended...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DGW9F7sVwg

[m1ataman]

Pesky Damned Miatas! Looks like fun.

[mspeedP5]

Wow, it's been a while since I posted here!
Lot's in the works. Supertech valvetrain with some hot cams. PAR Engineering gearset with revised ratios from Tri-Point Motorsports. Thinking about Water/Methanol Injection too.

[Nightwalker]

Sweeeet :D

[Lemon]

Glad to see ur still running the 5. sounded pretty mean in the vid.

I gotta get a new toy and come play...... that sounded dirty

[mspeedP5]

FedEx dropped by on Tuesday...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/PAR%20Goodness/IMG_0144copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/PAR%20Goodness/IMG_0149copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/PAR%20Goodness/IMG_0151copy.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/PAR%20Goodness/IMG_0153copy.jpg

[mspeedP5]

Should work well with the PAR gears...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/PAR%20Gears/IMG_0002.jpg

[mspeedP5]

And the Ported and Polished head...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0065-1.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0064-1.jpg

along with the new cams...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0065.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0064.jpg

valves and springs, etc...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0068.jpg

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/Head%20Build/IMG_0066.jpg

[Nightwalker]

Mmmmmm I miss my stockpile of high performance parts now.

[mspeedP5]

Today...

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1461.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1461.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1460.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1460.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1459.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1459.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1457.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1457.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1456.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1456.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1455.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1455.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1454.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1454.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1453.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1453.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/IMG_1452.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/IMG_1452.jpg.html)

[mspeedP5]

Today... see anything different? lol

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/mspeedP5/2013-04-27110853.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/mspeedP5/media/2013-04-27110853.jpg.html)