I have read a few stories about the factory suspension on the 2011's being an issue in cold climates. Basically it has to warm up before it becomes soft or it can become damaged or sound clunky. I have also read some complaints about the factory Mazda rotors being junk. I checked mine the other day and they are already grooved (652 miles) so as soon as they are out of warranty I will be getting aftermarket rotors and hawk hps pads.
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Do we want a 2 section??? will it be used?---Has ClubProtege helped you in someway? show your support by Contributing--- Click Here---
1992- project FE3..... 313 WHP @ 9.3psi
I pet my dash when I get into the car..."good car"he actually has a mazda tree, parts grow on it
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Originally posted by FE3-323 View PostDo we want a 2 section??? will it be used?
I'm just concerned about the future of CP and whether or not it will have one as more of our members give up their old machinery for new models, including the 2, and find our Forum no longer serves their needs.
Of course, I could be wrong so look at this as me just kicking ideas around.
Happy Motoring!02 DX Millenium Red - The Penultimate Driving Machine
MP3 Strut Tower Bar kit; Cusco Front Lower Arm Tie Bar
MSP Springs, Struts, Stabilizer Bars, Trailing Links, #3 Engine Mount
Kartboy Stabilizer Bar Bushings; Nyloil Shifter Bushings; Red Line MT-90 Gear Oil
MP3 Shifter, Knob and Aluminum Pedal Set
Suvlights HD Wiring Harness; Osram Night Breaker H4 Bulbs; Exide Edge AGM Battery
Summer: 5Zigen FN01R-C 16 x 7" Wheels; Yoko S.drive 205/45-16s
Winter: Enkei OR52 16 x 7" Wheels; Falken Ziex ZE-912 205/45-16s
Modified OEM Air Intake; Racing Beat Exhaust System; Techna-Fit SS Clutch Line
Denso SKJ16CR-L11 Extended Tip Spark Plugs; Magnecor Wires
Power Slot Front Brake Rotors; Techna-Fit SS Brake Lines; Hawk HPS Pads
Red Line Synthetic Engine Oil; C/S Aluminum Oil Cap
Cyberdyne Digital Gauges: Tach; Ambient Air Temp; Voltmeter
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Originally posted by nerd racing View PostOne more thing I can tell you is that it gets better mileage between 45-55 miles per hour than it does on the thruway. I also noticed it has an intermediate shaft on the transmission and has the 5th gear set separate under a stamped steel cover just an F or G series transmission. I'm running about 3,000 RPM at 65 on the thruway. If it is a G-series variant I want to do a 5th gear swap down the road after the powertrain warranty runs out.
Embrace digital, it's the wave of the future.
Happy Motoring!02 DX Millenium Red - The Penultimate Driving Machine
MP3 Strut Tower Bar kit; Cusco Front Lower Arm Tie Bar
MSP Springs, Struts, Stabilizer Bars, Trailing Links, #3 Engine Mount
Kartboy Stabilizer Bar Bushings; Nyloil Shifter Bushings; Red Line MT-90 Gear Oil
MP3 Shifter, Knob and Aluminum Pedal Set
Suvlights HD Wiring Harness; Osram Night Breaker H4 Bulbs; Exide Edge AGM Battery
Summer: 5Zigen FN01R-C 16 x 7" Wheels; Yoko S.drive 205/45-16s
Winter: Enkei OR52 16 x 7" Wheels; Falken Ziex ZE-912 205/45-16s
Modified OEM Air Intake; Racing Beat Exhaust System; Techna-Fit SS Clutch Line
Denso SKJ16CR-L11 Extended Tip Spark Plugs; Magnecor Wires
Power Slot Front Brake Rotors; Techna-Fit SS Brake Lines; Hawk HPS Pads
Red Line Synthetic Engine Oil; C/S Aluminum Oil Cap
Cyberdyne Digital Gauges: Tach; Ambient Air Temp; Voltmeter
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Originally posted by FE3-323 View PostDo we want a 2 section??? will it be used?
On another note, this tank has been mostly 40-55 mph speeds, with GREAT results:
I can't wait till after the 1500 mile break in period is over, most people see 1-2 mpg increases.2011 BMW 128i 6 Speed Manual -- dd
1990 Protege 4WD 5 Speed
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i'll get some club work in this next week! on the off time when im not boosting around---Has ClubProtege helped you in someway? show your support by Contributing--- Click Here---
1992- project FE3..... 313 WHP @ 9.3psi
I pet my dash when I get into the car..."good car"he actually has a mazda tree, parts grow on it
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