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    MBSP- main bearing support plate(you have to luv mazda for putting them in a mazda bp )
    Last edited by Turpro; 01-06-2008, 09:05 AM.
    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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    Some common abbreviation and acronym meanings that will hopefully get you started on a google search for more info. Feel free to add your favorites or correct any errors

    afm = air flow meter
    atx = automatic transmission
    b6 = 1.6 liter sohc inline four cylinder engine
    b8 = 1.8 liter sohc inline four cylinder engine
    bov = blow off valve
    bp = 1.8 liter dohc inline four cylinder engine
    cp = Club Protege
    cs = Corksport
    dohc = dual overhead cam
    ecu = engine control unit
    egt = escort GT
    fsm = factory service manual
    fmic = front mounted intercooler
    hla = hydraulic lash adjuster
    isc = idle speed controller
    itb = individual throttle bodies
    klze = 2.5l v6
    lca - lower control arm
    maf = mass air flow
    ms / ms2 = megasquirt
    mtx = manual transmission
    sohc = single overhead cam
    ss = stainless steel
    tdc = top dead center
    tps = throttle position sensor
    tmic = top mounted intercooler
    ttl = twin trapezoidal link
    vaf = volume air flow
    wtf = what the (four letter word starting with f)
    vics = variable inertia charging system (in the intake manifold)
    zx2 = escort zx2
    Last edited by cojsl; 01-05-2008, 06:50 PM.
    2003 Protege5
    1990 Protege LX (sold)
    1990 Protege DX (sold)
    1992 626 (sold)

    Common abbreviations and jargon on Club Protege: http://www.wihandyman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34116

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      #3
      bp- 1.8l dohc
      b8- 1.8l sohc
      b6- 1.6l sohc
      klze- you got me homer....
      bg- first gen chasis code
      omgwtfroflbbq- this is obvious
      siihp- stick it in her pooper

      AN/GAU-8a = traffic control unit

      lca= lower control arm

      isc?

      bp-ze?

      im hoping maybe the original post will be edited to contain the working list as its updated?

      egt= escort gt
      zx2= other escort moderatley newer(i think)<- may require sh*t talking, and correction
      Last edited by Turpro; 01-05-2008, 10:47 AM.
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        #4
        dilligaf = does it look like i give a **** LOL
        Check out the Pics
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        Mazda's Rule Honda's Drool

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          #5
          Originally posted by 5l1mm
          zx2= other escort moderatley newer(i think)
          its the 2 door coupe version offered from 1998 thru 2003

          in 2003 it was discontinued they replaced it with the Fukas *yes thats spelled the way it is*
          in no way shape or form is the fukas like the escorts
          Last edited by 90prtege; 01-04-2008, 11:05 PM.
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          Mazda's Rule Honda's Drool

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            #6
            Edited. I will keep editing. Sorry about taking your glory cojsl. When I merged and edited this thread it put me as the top person. It's all good though. Props to you
            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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              #7
              turpro- doesn't bother me at all, thanks for cleaning it up I can edit again too!
              Last edited by cojsl; 01-05-2008, 06:11 PM.
              2003 Protege5
              1990 Protege LX (sold)
              1990 Protege DX (sold)
              1992 626 (sold)

              Common abbreviations and jargon on Club Protege: http://www.wihandyman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34116

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                #8
                Originally posted by 5l1mm View Post
                AN/GAU-8a = traffic control unit
                lol, tried to slip one by huh? I respect that! http://tech.military.com/equipment/v...mm-cannon.html
                2003 Protege5
                1990 Protege LX (sold)
                1990 Protege DX (sold)
                1992 626 (sold)

                Common abbreviations and jargon on Club Protege: http://www.wihandyman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34116

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                  #9
                  klze--DOHC 2.5l v6
                  Last edited by jewtewned; 01-21-2008, 06:16 PM. Reason: wrong engine

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                    #10
                    since I have a second...

                    KL-DE = USDM DOHC 2.5 V6 (Probe/MX-6)
                    KL-ZE = JDM High Compression DOHC 2.5 V6 (some fancy 4 door sedan)
                    K8 = DOHC 1.8 V6 (MX-3)

                    http://videos.streetfire.net/video/M...-run_18851.htm

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                      #11
                      Courtesy of MD323:
                      BP= 1.8L DOHC motor
                      BG= chassis code for the 1990-1994 protege/323 as well as those goofy escort guys and those mx-3's who are also bg's but not.
                      BH= chassis code for the 2nd generation protege
                      2003 Protege5
                      1990 Protege LX (sold)
                      1990 Protege DX (sold)
                      1992 626 (sold)

                      Common abbreviations and jargon on Club Protege: http://www.wihandyman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34116

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                        #12
                        I have a few to add:

                        STS = short throw shifter
                        CAI = cold air intake
                        SRI = short ram intake
                        BPT = BP turbo (BP-26)
                        BPD = GTR engine (BPC8)
                        P/S = power steering
                        C/C = cruise control
                        A/C = air conditioning
                        IDK = I don't know
                        IMO = in my opinion
                        IIRC = if I remember correctly
                        TTT = to the top
                        Last edited by Jho; 03-01-2008, 11:30 AM.

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                          #13
                          Also, the chassis codes and the corresponding years are all right in front of you on the forum main page:

                          1st Generation Mazda Protege / Familia (1990-1994) - BG
                          2nd Generation Mazda Protege / Familia (1995-1998) - BHA
                          3rd Generation Mazda Protege / Familia (1999-2003) - BJ

                          ETC...

                          And something everyone should have: http://www.protegefaq.net/

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                            #14
                            SRT-4 = CAN NEVA LOSE!

                            I just had to...

                            http://videos.streetfire.net/video/M...-run_18851.htm

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                              #15
                              what the hell are these abbreviatons? and anything else of that nature?


                              FTW?
                              FTL?
                              1990 Protege 4wd: BP05 forged internals, Mild ported head, GTR intake manifold, Gates racing timing belt, GTX transmission, Stage 3 clutch, 60trim T-3 turbo, Custom down pipe,3" Stainles exhaust, , Walbro fuel pump, RB-Performance fmic kit, HKS bov, Aurfa coilovers, F&R drilled slotted rotors, 16" BBS wrapped with Advan Novea tires, EDM glass headlights with HID's, Familia front and rear bumpers.


                              Boosted 1990 4WD
                              http://www.wihandyman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=32462


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