Got MS CAI, MS exhaust, MS flywheel. What's next?
11-22-2006, 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Aero8
Hey devildog, I met you at the chicago meet and we talked about the AFE short shifter a little bit.
I received it Monday and installed it that night.....I highly recommend it! I highly doubt you would have a hard time installing it yourself. If you get one read through the install guide on the forum, it will tell you what you need to do.
Makes drving a little bit more enjoyable for me. There is a slight increase in noise, but it hasn't bothered me yet.
I received it Monday and installed it that night.....I highly recommend it! I highly doubt you would have a hard time installing it yourself. If you get one read through the install guide on the forum, it will tell you what you need to do.
Makes drving a little bit more enjoyable for me. There is a slight increase in noise, but it hasn't bothered me yet.
11-22-2006, 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by devildog1679
Option 1: MS suspension. Dealer said they can get me the whole kit for $1,400 that includes F&R shocks, 4 springs, F&R sway bars, and F&R struts. That’s cheaper than any other site is selling the MS kit. They said install would probably run $400. That puts me close to 2K including tax.
Seriously, doing coilovers on this car is DIRT simple. And along with that $400 I'm sure you'd still have to pay for an alignment after the suspension settles so add another $100.
11-22-2006, 03:39 PM
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I think 1400 is a good deal for that, but you don't get much for that.
It's a very slight upgrade and you would be much better off going with Racing Beat.
Use their springs with Koni's or Tocico plus their sawy bars and your much better off that MS.
RB is a great company with integrity. You can ask 4 yrs to supercharge if you need more confidence from someone closer to you. He lives in Minnesota.
I would think twice before switching suspension as it will be a rougher ride no matter what kit you pick.
It's a very slight upgrade and you would be much better off going with Racing Beat.
Use their springs with Koni's or Tocico plus their sawy bars and your much better off that MS.
RB is a great company with integrity. You can ask 4 yrs to supercharge if you need more confidence from someone closer to you. He lives in Minnesota.
I would think twice before switching suspension as it will be a rougher ride no matter what kit you pick.
11-22-2006, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Red Devil
If you're doing this, don't pay them the $400 for install. Mac and I can whip that out in no time, and we'll only charge a case of beer. Told Blue we'd give him a hand also when he gets his coilovers.
Seriously, doing coilovers on this car is DIRT simple. And along with that $400 I'm sure you'd still have to pay for an alignment after the suspension settles so add another $100.
Seriously, doing coilovers on this car is DIRT simple. And along with that $400 I'm sure you'd still have to pay for an alignment after the suspension settles so add another $100.
MAZDASPEED "Blue" Performance Accessories must be installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer on a US specification vehicle and be specifically approved by Mazda for the particular application. These parts are covered under the Mazda Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty and are warranted for the first 12 months/12,000 miles from the date of installation or the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. Should the parts be purchased but not installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer, they will be covered for the first 12-months/12,000 miles from the date of purchase, excluding labor charges. Parts or accessories replaced/installed under warranty, are covered for the time remaining in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
11-22-2006, 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Razz1
I think 1400 is a good deal for that, but you don't get much for that.
It's a very slight upgrade and you would be much better off going with Racing Beat.
Use their springs with Koni's or Tocico plus their sawy bars and your much better off that MS.
RB is a great company with integrity. You can ask 4 yrs to supercharge if you need more confidence from someone closer to you. He lives in Minnesota.
I would think twice before switching suspension as it will be a rougher ride no matter what kit you pick.
It's a very slight upgrade and you would be much better off going with Racing Beat.
Use their springs with Koni's or Tocico plus their sawy bars and your much better off that MS.
RB is a great company with integrity. You can ask 4 yrs to supercharge if you need more confidence from someone closer to you. He lives in Minnesota.
I would think twice before switching suspension as it will be a rougher ride no matter what kit you pick.
11-23-2006, 07:52 AM
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good thinking.
I highly reccommend the short shift tho.
Its cheap and an easy install ( I am nupty mechancially, but with DIY printout and some basic tools it was done in 1 hour) and is great feeling.
The noise is v slight mechincal whining, but basically non-existant as soon as you start driving, unless you actually listen for it.
PS What did you think of the MS flywheel? any feedback you would care to share?
I highly reccommend the short shift tho.
Its cheap and an easy install ( I am nupty mechancially, but with DIY printout and some basic tools it was done in 1 hour) and is great feeling.
The noise is v slight mechincal whining, but basically non-existant as soon as you start driving, unless you actually listen for it.
PS What did you think of the MS flywheel? any feedback you would care to share?
11-24-2006, 01:03 AM
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Originally Posted by california style
good thinking.
I highly reccommend the short shift tho.
Its cheap and an easy install ( I am nupty mechancially, but with DIY printout and some basic tools it was done in 1 hour) and is great feeling.
The noise is v slight mechincal whining, but basically non-existant as soon as you start driving, unless you actually listen for it.
PS What did you think of the MS flywheel? any feedback you would care to share?
I highly reccommend the short shift tho.
Its cheap and an easy install ( I am nupty mechancially, but with DIY printout and some basic tools it was done in 1 hour) and is great feeling.
The noise is v slight mechincal whining, but basically non-existant as soon as you start driving, unless you actually listen for it.
PS What did you think of the MS flywheel? any feedback you would care to share?
11-24-2006, 01:59 AM
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If/when you get the short shift, get yourself a Mazdaspeed shiftknob to match your MS stuff. Feels better, and to me, lighter (throws). And it doesn't get hot when left in the sun. And it looks awesome to boot.
11-24-2006, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CohdeyTakahashi
If/when you get the short shift, get yourself a Mazdaspeed shiftknob to match your MS stuff. Feels better, and to me, lighter (throws). And it doesn't get hot when left in the sun. And it looks awesome to boot.
11-27-2006, 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by devildog1679
Hey whats up. So what type of sound is it? Why would there be an increase in noise? How does shifting feel, is it still smooth?
11-27-2006, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Aero8
Hey, wasn't on over the holiday weekend, but as someone said above, it is a slight mechanical whine. and I agree, once you are driving you will only notice it if you are listening for it.
11-28-2006, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by devildog1679
Depends on the case of beer. Well the reason I would want the dealer to do them is because the suspension parts are blue level warranty. This means they must be installed by Mazda in order for them to be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If some one else other than Mazda does it I only get 12-months/12,000 miles from the date of purchase. If they were a green level warranty part than I would definitely have you guys do it because with those it doesn't matter who installs them. Thanks allot for the offer though. Hey when you guys do Blue's suspension let me know, I would like to come by and check it out. Maybe you can help me with something else, I have the agency pulley to install, but I'm kind of nervous doing it myself would you like to help. I'll rather pay you than some mechanic around the way. If your interested let me know when. Warranty info bellow:
MAZDASPEED "Blue" Performance Accessories must be installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer on a US specification vehicle and be specifically approved by Mazda for the particular application. These parts are covered under the Mazda Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty and are warranted for the first 12 months/12,000 miles from the date of installation or the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. Should the parts be purchased but not installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer, they will be covered for the first 12-months/12,000 miles from the date of purchase, excluding labor charges. Parts or accessories replaced/installed under warranty, are covered for the time remaining in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MAZDASPEED "Blue" Performance Accessories must be installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer on a US specification vehicle and be specifically approved by Mazda for the particular application. These parts are covered under the Mazda Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty and are warranted for the first 12 months/12,000 miles from the date of installation or the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. Should the parts be purchased but not installed by a MAZDASPEED Dealer, they will be covered for the first 12-months/12,000 miles from the date of purchase, excluding labor charges. Parts or accessories replaced/installed under warranty, are covered for the time remaining in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
And really, I don't consider it payment. More like just friends hanging out and working on cars. When Mac helps with my car I always buy pizza or beer or something like that. Kind of a give and take. If you helped me, I'd do the same.
11-28-2006, 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Red Devil
Makes sense to me.
And really, I don't consider it payment. More like just friends hanging out and working on cars. When Mac helps with my car I always buy pizza or beer or something like that. Kind of a give and take. If you helped me, I'd do the same.
And really, I don't consider it payment. More like just friends hanging out and working on cars. When Mac helps with my car I always buy pizza or beer or something like that. Kind of a give and take. If you helped me, I'd do the same.
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