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    My e-spec BG 323GT build

    So, I guess I should start my build log... The car is a 90 323gt, factory BP05, g-series, larger brakes and front and rear sway bars. It's basically a lx pro but as a 323. I have started taking the car down to just a shell and getting it ready for paint. It'll receive a nice silver gray metallic, which should look really nice. As for the motor, I'll be swapping in a klde and one day turbo. The antenna hole and the runners on the roof are/will be welded over to give the car a bit more of a sleek look. The angry eyes are already finished, but I'm not yet satisfied so I'll cut them off and redo them. Right now the car sits on H&R springs with original 15" alu's that I've never seen in the states. The upper and lower spoilers are in fairly good shape, not sagging, but the paint is chipping and not looking so hot. Let's get to the pics. This is were the car is at right now. Sorry no earlier pictures.




    Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

    #2
    sub'n to watch.Good luck on the build
    1993 Protege LX-Midnight's shadow SOLD
    1996 Honda CBR600-Wrecked. Damn Honda crippled me
    2002 mazda MPV-family truckster SOLD
    2010 VW routon

    Originally posted by jay
    .....they totally underestimated the number of gearheads such as myself that have families but refuse to grow the hell up and stop playing with cars, or that otherwise see the utility of having 4 doors. Obviously I ain't alone, as there are a helluva lotta sti and evo here. Bueler? Beuler? Mazda? Mazda?

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      #3
      looks like a great start. Congrats on the project, and best of luck.
      The T3 BP MX-3 conversion has begun, and is taking forever & will kill me.

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        #4
        sweet!!! sounds like sex on wheels man!
        -Jack

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        91 USDM Protege LX - SOLD! turbo/manifold up for sale!
        http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46606

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          #5
          I got a bit done yesterday. The interior is completely out and ready to be preped for paint. The back piece, direct under the lights, had a long white sticker/laminate. I have no idea why, there wasn't any rust under. Getting it off was a PIA. Finally I got all the old glue off, cleaned and "painted" to protect from rusting. I have a good start on the roof and will be hopefully finishing it up today. I need to get some filler before I push the car back outside. Should be ready for paint soon.
          Attached Files
          Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

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            #6
            Finished the roof today. Now I just need new doors, hood, and left fender.
            Attached Files
            Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

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              #7
              damn looking good! don't think i've seen a roof turn out any better so far!
              -Jack

              ONTARIO MAZDA CLUB! Join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/500055016671733/

              91 626 LX - basically stock and pretty slow still
              http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/sho...my-GD-626-LX-)

              01 E53 3.0i - FOR SALE! pm if interested

              91 USDM Protege LX - SOLD! turbo/manifold up for sale!
              http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46606

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                #8
                If the 323 came with a power roof I'd probably get one. Any escorts there to snag a glass sunroof from?
                1993 Protege LX-Midnight's shadow SOLD
                1996 Honda CBR600-Wrecked. Damn Honda crippled me
                2002 mazda MPV-family truckster SOLD
                2010 VW routon

                Originally posted by jay
                .....they totally underestimated the number of gearheads such as myself that have families but refuse to grow the hell up and stop playing with cars, or that otherwise see the utility of having 4 doors. Obviously I ain't alone, as there are a helluva lotta sti and evo here. Bueler? Beuler? Mazda? Mazda?

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                  #9
                  Ya but I think they won't fit, plus a big problem here is that customers are never allowed in the yard. No self service. So, trying to find parts from something so old is really hard. If the glass sunroof doesn't fit, than I'll make one out of lexan.

                  The roof will look a lot better once I get some fiberglass inforced body filler. None of the weld points will be visible.
                  Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

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                    #10
                    well if its a power sunroof it should be the same as the escort/protege/323 power sunroofs lol.
                    -Jack

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                    91 626 LX - basically stock and pretty slow still
                    http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/sho...my-GD-626-LX-)

                    01 E53 3.0i - FOR SALE! pm if interested

                    91 USDM Protege LX - SOLD! turbo/manifold up for sale!
                    http://www.clubprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46606

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                      #11
                      sunroofs and moonroofs are interchangeable

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                      1. 1990 Mazda 323 SE sedan , B3 8v R.I.P
                      2. 1992 Mazda 323 GT hatch , B3 16v
                      3. 2005 Kia Picanto EX , 1.0 12v
                      4. 2007 Mazda 3 TC sedan , Z6 16v

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                        #12
                        Originally posted by Turpro View Post
                        If the 323 came with a power roof I'd probably get one. Any escorts there to snag a glass sunroof from?
                        323 also came with glass power sunroof in europe. my car has it
                        1. 1990 Mazda 323 SE sedan , B3 8v R.I.P
                        2. 1992 Mazda 323 GT hatch , B3 16v
                        3. 2005 Kia Picanto EX , 1.0 12v
                        4. 2007 Mazda 3 TC sedan , Z6 16v

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                          #13
                          I've seen them, but thought they where aftermarket.

                          I know the escort and pro in America use the same sunroof, but I'm not so sure here, but I'll going to try anyway!
                          Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

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                            #14
                            Yea I know the edm 323 came with power sunroof. I was saying I'd get 1 if they had that here

                            I think there was a member with a green 323 that swapped in the glass from a escort into his edm car. Well worth it if it will
                            1993 Protege LX-Midnight's shadow SOLD
                            1996 Honda CBR600-Wrecked. Damn Honda crippled me
                            2002 mazda MPV-family truckster SOLD
                            2010 VW routon

                            Originally posted by jay
                            .....they totally underestimated the number of gearheads such as myself that have families but refuse to grow the hell up and stop playing with cars, or that otherwise see the utility of having 4 doors. Obviously I ain't alone, as there are a helluva lotta sti and evo here. Bueler? Beuler? Mazda? Mazda?

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                              #15
                              Originally posted by Turpro View Post
                              Yea I know the edm 323 came with power sunroof. I was saying I'd get 1 if they had that here

                              I think there was a member with a green 323 that swapped in the glass from a escort into his edm car. Well worth it if it will
                              Thinking about glass sunroofs makes me really miss my red pro! I'll never forgive myself for selling it. Hopefully this new project will be better, well when it's finished.
                              Too bad I have AWD and you don't!

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