Mazda Motorsports Article/Pic submissions
 

This thread is going to be used for fellow members to submit pictures and small (1 paragraph) write-ups on their cars. These pics and write-ups will be voted on by the members of the forum and we'll submit several into the magazine as part of way to get more exposure here in the protegey community and protegeclub.com as a whole. I would say 3-4pics tops so choose them well. When we have several responses I'll make a new thread with a poll for everyone to vote on.

I'd personally like to see everyone submit something no matter what condition your car is in. You never know what catches peoples attention. My friend Johnnie's car looks almost stock yet he had the fastest protege at our last track day. Thats worthy in and of itsself.

Submit. I'll start off to show you what I mean.

2003 Protege5-SC
Laser Blue w/ black leather
WOMP Supercharger
SPEC stage 3 clutch
OBX header
FAL slim fan
Haltech F10X fuel computer
Mazdaspeed Tokico HP struts
Racing Beat/Mazdaspeed spring set
Mazdaspeed short shifter
Mazdaspeed Audio package (doors and subs)
Mazdaspeed muffler
Kartboy Shifter bushings
Kartboy Exhaust Hangers
Brembo Slotted/drilled brake rotors

My car is a total sleeper. Everything from outward appearances makes it look stock. Nothing is visible that would give away the fact that it makes 60% more whp than stock. No gear whine from the supercharger, no front mount intercooler to indicate boost, no gauges visible from the outside. Get in ans step on the "go pedal" and hang on. Rev it past 4K rpms and watch the face of the guy in the S2000 you just passed. Speed is nothing without control so I upgraded my suspension with genuine Mazdaspeed suspension parts. It pulls and turns. Best of both worlds. All this and no extra attention from the local cops.

Current upgrades
Shogun Body Kit
17 Inch Enki RS6 racing rims with Falcon 512 all season tires
2 12 inch Diamond Audio M6 subs
Audiobahn 2200hcx
Front Componet System from Diamond Audio M6 series and 6 by 9 M6 series in rear
Powered by Audiobahn A8002t- 200rms to network each network box
network box goes to tweeter , woofer, and rear 6 X 9
Optx Neon underbody kit(neo-blue)
Custom trunk setup
M3 Mirrors
10.2 inch Flip Down tv
Sony Playstation 2
Cold Air Intake
Mazda Speed axleback exhaust
Mazda Speed Struts
Upcoming(next 2 weeks)
Custom Eyelids
Mirrors are bieng painted

Future Plans
Forced Induction


This is my car, a clean,stylish early 3rd gen Protege. All the work that was done to car except painting of the body kit, was done by my dad and I. The first thing I did to my car was get some Enkei rims , within 3 weeks added the Erebuni Shogun ground effects kit. The next step was to separate myself from the normal fixed up imports and stand out from them. This is when i desgined and built the custom trunk setup. I saw that this was great but not enough, so I custom fabricated my trunk to flip flop when open to give it this great look. I hope you all like my car ,because I know i love it.

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=44965
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http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=46290
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i had to use that site for the pics, i cant get my pics small enough to fit under 200kb..

edit: added new pics with eyelids and mirrors..

My car continues to be a work in progress, but I would like to share what I have accomplished thus far:

General:
2003 Mazda Protégé5, loaded w/ leather, moon roof, 6-disc changer. The 2.0L DOHC engine delivers power through a 5-speed transmission.

Engine:
Added Wagner stainless steel header, AEM short ram intake, Unorthodox Racing under drive pulley, NGK iridium spark plugs. Exhaust exits through a Mazdaspeed axle back muffler.

Interior:
Added Mazdaspeed shift knob, Mazdaspeed floor mats, carbon fiber-look Mazdaspeed rearview mirror cover, and Audiobahn self-amplified subwoofer tube.

Exterior:
Added carbon fiber eyelids, carbon fiber-look tail lamps, chrome side marker trims that were purchased in Japan, 3D Mazdaspeed badges on the fenders

Suspension:
Lowered 1.5” using Eibach progressive rate springs

Wheels/ Tires:
17” Flik Lex wheels shod with 215 40 R17 Hankook Ventus tires

With the above modifications in place, this little wagon is a ton of fun to drive. It corners flat through curves, and the Hankook tires offer more grip than just about any curvy road in Michigan will require. Yet, despite having very little tire sidewall and 1.5” less suspension travel to take up bumps, the ride quality remains supple enough for a comfortable commute home after a long day at the office. The engine sounds wonderful, with its deep, rich burble on the boulevard. The intake has a throaty roar to it if you put the pedal to the floor, and such action is met with surprisingly decent acceleration that feels much better than stock. But some of the best qualities of this car are the things that I did not change: the excellent ergonomics, sweet shifting feel, and perfectly weighted, responsive steering. The leather interior, quality materials, and good fit and finish belie the fact that this is only the second new car I have purchased since graduating college. The Protege5 always has been a driver’s car; all it needed was a little more grip and power to really shine. Future plans include JDM intake cam and exhaust cam, and perhaps a little upgrading in the brake department (as time and money allows).

(Please note: better pics are on the way...)

Please keep this thread for submissions only. All other posts will be deleted...no hard feelings.

General:
1999 MAZDA PROTEGE TURBO
Engine:
1.6 litre DOHC turbocharged, wagner manifold, and downpipe, t-25 turbo from a second gen eclipse, black toyota supra intercooler,all custom intercooler piping 2 inch, rising rate adjustable fmu, HKS SSQV bov, miata 240cc injectors, TURBO XS Boost controller, ACT street/strip clutch, battery relocated to trunk, full 2.5 inch turbo back exhaust, to an n1 muffler.

Interior:
on the inside i have 4 autometer gauges, air/fuel,boost,oil pressure, and water temp, as well as an autometer shift light, and an HKS turbo timer. I have also added a short shifter, with kartboy bushings, and new black floor mats to replace my old ragged tan ones,

Exterior:
for the exterior i have kept it as stock as i could, and have only added tinted windows. and the miata rims.

Suspension:
i have lowered it about 2 inches, and am searching for a set of mazdaspeed struts, i have also added a strut bar under the hood for extra stiffness.

Wheels/ Tires:
for wheels i have added 2002 16 inch miata rims, and wrapped them in kumho ecsta tires, as well as brembo cross drilled/slotted rotors, with stainless brake lines.

my whole set up is completly custom, and serves me fine, i plan on upgrading the suspension, and putting in an alarm, then im prolly going to be done with it.

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This was my first "brand new" car ever and we purchased it for my birthday back in July of 2002. Back then there were not too many mods available, but we seemed to make do with what was available. I had the car out on the track for its first High Speed Touring session before I even had plates on her! Since then she's been upgraded in many ways, but she will always be "The Banana". Sometimes she gets "bruised", i.e. smash and grab, but she recovers and manages to get trophies and make little kids smile ;peace;

Engine
J-Spec & MazdaSpeed Intake & Exhaust Camshafts
SparkCo Ignition Wires (Yellow)
Bosal BroSpeed 4-2-1 Header
Racing Beat Cat-back Exhaust
Custom Cold Air Intake
DG Motorsports Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
DG Motorsports Carbon Fiber Oil Cap Cover
Vielster MIL Eliminator
Optima Yellow Top Deep Cycle Battery
MP3 ECU
Ichiban Strobes (Yellow)
Arospeed T-Bolt Clamps
Flex-A-Lite Slimline Fan (Yellow)
Suspension
SR Motorsports 19mm Rear Sway Bar
Skunk2 Coil-Overs
Kartboy Short Shifter, Shifter Bushings, and Shift Knob
AWR Engine Mounts
Yellow “MP3” Strut Tower Brace
Interior
Katzkin Black & Maize Leather Interior “Phantom Cruiser” Package
Street Glow EL Pedals (Yellow)
Ignited Single DIN Panel w/Push Button Start & 3 Toggle Switches
Pioneer Head Unit
Auto Meter Carbon Fiber Series Gauges
Power Acoustik Headrest LCDs
½ DIN-Sized DVD Player
Ichiban Strobes (Yellow)
Color-matched Stereo Bezel
Exterior
Custom Paint—Black Hood & Roof
Custom Silver Metallic Pin Striping
Street Glow LED Under Car Kit (Yellow)
5% Tint-Sides/Rear
Ichiban Strobes (Yellow)
Wheels & Tires
18 X 7.5 Teckademics Stigmatas w/ 215/35/18 Federal SS-595
17 X 7 Mille Miglia HT-3 w/ 205/40/17 Toyo Proxes T1-S
16 X 6.5 Stock Protegé5 Wheels w/ 205/45/16 Toyo Proxes FZ-4
McGard Spline-Drive Lug Nuts
Power Slot Slotted Rotors
Hawk HPS Brake Pads
Red/Yellow Painted Calipers
Shows Attended 2003-2004
Ok-Speed Spring Car Show 2003
Best Buy Car Show 2003
Ok-Speed Spring Car Show 2004 - People’s Choice Award
Best Buy Car Show 2004
Import Face-Off OKC 2004 - Best Mazda
Slamboree 2004 - 1st Place Import Street
LowDown ShowDown 2004 (display only)
Kickapoo Casino Extreme Car Show 2004 - 1st Place Import Street
The Tuner Fest OKC 2004 - 1st Place Female Ride “Wild”
Shows Attended 2005
Tri-City Cruisers
Moore Show, Moore Go - 3rd place Sport Compact
Import Face Off 2005 (OKC) - Best Mazda
OK-Speed Spring Show 2005 - 3rd place Import Show Car
Future Shows
Slamboree 2005
Kickapoo Casino Extreme Car Show 2005
Hot Import Nights 2005
Texas Heat Wave 2005
Spook Fest 2005
Street Fame 2005
The Tuner Fest 2005
Summer Sizzler 2005
Midwest Dragfest 2005
Possible Future Modifications
Air Ride
Suicide Doors
ICE
Forced Induction/N2O
Brake Upgrade
Drivetrain
Engine Mgmt.
Wheels/Tires
Exterior/Body Kit
Race Seats


Big pics here -->
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Not too shabby...for a girl :winky:

GENERAL - 2003.5 Mazdaspeed Protege / Titanium Grey

ENGINE - 2.0 liter 4cyl 16 vaulve w/ Garret T-25 turbo running 6 psi

INTERIOR - Kenwood KDC-MP919 w/MP3 player and Sirius Sat. capablity.
Kenwood door speakers and 8" Kenwood sub and amp. Mazdaspeed short throw shifter.

EXTERIOR - Mazdaspeed factory body kit w/ large rear spoiler. Aftermarket fog lamps. Custom hand painted front grill. 17" Racing Hart wheels w/ 215-45-R17 Bridgestone Fuzion ZRI tires.

SUSPENSION - Racing Beat/Mazdaspeed spring set. Mazdaspeed Tokico HP struts

MODS - Cork Spot Power Series exhaust. Intercooler hardpipes (on order). Hand painted front grill. Fog lamps.

SOON TO COME - Cork Sport down pipe(coming soon), Front mount intercooler, and cold air intake.


Yes my car is almost completely stock, but I love my car more than just about anything I own. Its a fun ride to take to the local drag strip for test and tune nights. I am not planning on going over the top on the mods and the ones listed will be just about all I plan on doing. The one thing I love the most is not seeing another like it on the road since they were made in such limited numbers hardly anyone knows what kind of car it is. I had plenty of choices when I was shopping for my car, but I am glad I chose this one over all of the others.

Folks -
I vote we wrap up the submissions and get them off to the magazine. What do you think? Any objection to specifying a due date in a week or so, closing the thread thereafter, and e-mailing Mazdasport Magazine with a link? If you disagree, please share your opinion on how to proceed.
Thanks

we have 7 entries...is that really enough? maybe we should just pick 1 or 2. You guys decide.

set a date like 4 to 5 days left, then start a poll if we have 1 to 10 cars 2-4 get sent..
10 to 20 4 to 6 cars get sent.. anounce this in another thread that gets more traffic, not to many people come to motorsports section alot of people go in pictures and photos and off topic, put a sticky in both of them

i think if it took us this long to get 7 it'll take a while to get 10 even....Today is tuesday I say we end submissions on Friday at 5pmcst and we open the poll immediatly after. the poll will run until wednesday of the next week. We don't have a lot of traffic here so it won't take long to get all 20 votes! I say we only pick 2. The 2 with the highest votes goes...thats like the upper 32% of all submissions! hahaha.

any objections?

sounds like u the man with the plan.. lets go with it..

Sounds good, lets vote! - can i send in my wrecked car? :dunce:

no, you suck....shoulda sent in pics of your blue car!

I have a couple/few Mazdas. Can i submit more than one?

2002 Sunlight Silver Protege5.
Options: 5-speed, side airbags, moonroof

Appearance: DG front lip(not pictured, but on the car), JDM tail lights, CAD spec headlights, tint, polished valve cover.

Suspension/Wheels: jic FLTA-2 coilovers, AWR 21mm swaybar w/endlinks, CP racing strut tower brace, Volk LE37Ts wrapped in 215/40/18 BFG KDWs

Performance: Injen CAI, Wagner shorty header, jic Bullet SUS cat-back exhaust.

My first foray into the car modding world. I think the protege5 was not only the best looking wagon, but the best looking car on the road for under $17,000. Why did Mazda sell em in the US for only 2 years??

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just to make it fair i think we should have a sedan winner and a P5 winner.....buuuut just a thought...

Or if we have enough 2 of each...

Sunlight Silver 2001 Miata
Options: Nothin'.

appearance: Um...Nothin'

Suspension/Wheels: Flyin' Miata springs n' sways, KYB AGX shocks, Jackson Racing strut tower brace, 15X7 Panasports wrapped in 205/50-15 Kumho MXs.

Performance: Z-Engineering supercharger, Enthuza speeder exhaust.

Safety: Harddog Extreme rollbar, 139db airhorn. :bt:

My wife bought this car and drove it for about two years before I ever upgraded it. When we had our baby, she took ove on the wagon and I got the Miata. It actually worked out well for me because the Miata is so damn fun to drive and parts are cheap and easy to find(compared to the P5).

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Damnit, my suspension pieces are on their way. If you wanna go ahead, can we at least make another of these in a month or so when the blower/suspension/audio is finished and most of the dents are pulled out?

Natey, those are all awesome....I'm lovin the blower on the miata though! In all honesty though I think this thread was started to get the protege more exposure.

Miller, I think we'll have Justin do up some nice pictures of your car and then we'll send out some proposals

Sweet cars! All I have so far is motor mounts which are yet to be installed on the MP3!

Natey-Those pictures are really nice. That picture with the deer is awesome, you should screamed right before you took the picture so they'd be looking right at you!

woah i almost missed this thread, gotta get my mp5 washed and photographed, i dont have much in the way of mods but what the hell.

When do we vote? (too late to submit my new black msp?)

nah, go ahead and get some pics and a description up...make sure it actually includes more than a mod list.

GENERAL: 2003 Mazdaspeed Protégé / Black Mica

ENGINE: 2.0L Turbo / Conical air filter / Apex 2.5" downpipe / Aerospeed titanium tip exhaust / Indigospeed 7.5lb flywheel

INSIDE: Kenwood KCD-??625 (still forgot it!) CD/MP3 player / kenwood speakers throughout with 8" subwoofer / Sparco shifter / sparco pedals / Autometer dual pillar pod (boost/voltage)

OUTSIDE: stock :bt:

WHEELS/TIRES: 17" Racing Hart / Nitto's

FUTURE: Window Tint / Toyo Proxies


I have owned several Protege's - 92DX/01ES/03LX/03.5MSP/03MSP. This car is by far the best car I have owned (and also the fastest). I like the fact that it's a limited production car, so I get to have something unique, not many of these in my area (that I know of). Very quick and corners like it's on rails. Not sure which direction I will be taking the car, since I've only owned it a week or two.


oh, and i suck at writing..."D" in college English :evilgrin:

2002 Protege5
AWR header
AWR soild mounts
custom CAI
custom Cat Back
MAZDASPEED cams
Dropzone Coilovers (miata)
shortshifter (from CRX)
5% tint all the way
99-00 Protge front end
FAMILIA badge
EREBUNI Shogun frt bump and skirts
Buddyclub2 rear bump
Exel Radius 17s
Kumho Ecsta711s

qwksilvr, there is no description of your car...if you see what I posted above it says "make sure it actually includes more than a mod list.".....not much of an article if it's just a mod list.

qwksilvr, what did you do to your tails? I like.

My car was bought in March 2002 (first in Reno) with the intension to be different. Like everywhere else honda/acura run wild here. Everyone wondered WTF?!?! I saw potential.. First things first, the obvious and easy intake and exhust.. Then the wait for decent aftermarket (AWR, SRMotorsports, Mazdaspeed). Besides the 4" drop my car looked stock, I got bored with it. I had all the "bolt ons" , a maxed credit card, and a girlfriend with a 2000 es. After thinking for about an hour after the initial thought, I called some friends and got to work on a front end swap. What I thought would take a few hours, (and was just a test to see how it would look) took a day and a half. Too lazy to change it back, got kit, paint and its progress stops at what you see today (till more $$$).

I am removing my car from this list, as I am leaving on business and will be gone for a couple months or more. May not be able to get on line, and sure won't be able to submit anything if I were chosen. Maybe next time, when I should have more done to it.

where is the poll??

Did anything ever get submitted?

dont think so..

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:
2002 Mazda Protege5 Wagon
White
Automatic w/Sport-matic manual shifter

FREE MODS:
Painted Interior
Painted Head lights (JDM styled black housing)
Painted Tail lights (Smoked/Ghost red)
Painted Side markers (Smoked)
30% Black tinted windows

AUDIO/VISUAL MODS:
JVC KDG800 CD/MP3 SIRIUS equipped head unit 
MAZDASPEED Protégé Kenwood 250W Subwoofer & Amplifier combo 
PYLE 6.5” TV (Stealth mounted in glove box) 
Sony Playstation 2
Stock tweeters w/front & rear speakers
Monster Cable wires

SUSPENSION MODS:
TEIN S-Tech 1.8” lowering springs
Stock wheels & tires
Stock upper stability bar
Stock lower sway bars

PERFORMANCE MODS:
R-1 HKS style twin filter short ram intake
Tsudo Racing N1 4.5” exhaust system

Uh, phil? I'm fairly sure that stock pieces do not count as mods.

What do gay horses eat?


Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay

So whateva...lol.
Yeah yeah....I'm a genius...quit knocking my hustle...I'm trying to get in the mag....:evilgrin:

your car is "named", that should be a plus :P , think i'll call mine "blackout"

might help if you had pictures phil

phil....you dont have a 4.5" exhaust system....you have a 4.5" exhaust TIP. Big difference!

Nothing has happened with this just yet but I'm going to be turning over control of this project to Karen (if she'll take it on). She's got more experience doing this stuff anyway. I'm sure she'd do a better job than me. I've got too much stuff going on right now to finish the smaller projects like these.

If you will all please do a small write up for me...and send pics to Karen@Redsharklounge.com that would be super. High res pics are best, you might want to put them in a zip file and send them. Please include "Protege Club Magazine Submission" in the subject line so I don't accidentally buh-lete your email.

Don't worry about spelling/grammar/punctuation, just get me some background info on you & your car...something interesting that you would like the world to know.

Thanks!