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Ben
23-01-2013, 11:50 PM
Yeah, dont care that its not a Astina, but, you guys rock my socks so its getting a build thread if you like it or not.

I picked up my new bad boy today, proceeded to drive into the city to buy a lens from a guy while i was in town. Yeah, probably wasn't the best idea when im not used to the clutch. Oh well.

About it:
2007 BK Luxury Sports pack.
Leather seat bits
Bose sound system
cruise control
Dual climate control and all that jazz.
Factory fitted HID's/projectors
LED tail lights
Random other nothing bits that comes with the luxury one.

Mods:
K&N SRI
some kind of BOV, think its a HKS. Its plumbed so it doesn't blast, i want stealth.
Thats all. As of today i put Aero wipers on it from my SP20.

Whats the plans?
needs a epic cut and polish, its like sandpaper.
Slotted rotors and some new pads.
New window tint, way not dark enough for my standards. 20% all round im thinking.
Maybe change the wheels, im really liking these more now :rolleyes:
Coilovers + sway bar
flash tune
Install my audio (bye bye bose)
Need new floor mats, these ones are crap
weather deflectors
Repay my parents a lot of money :p

images i took tonight in a carpark and i didn't edit them because im too lazy. Don't worry, good ones will come to those who wait.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8184/8408570602_7e2355f19a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8408570602/)
Outards- Front (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8408570602/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8211/8407482145_1a157aa623_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407482145/)
Outards- Side (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407482145/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8357/8408574464_603823ba62_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8408574464/)
Outards- Rear (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8408574464/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8076/8407471943_617c42bce4_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407471943/)
Innards (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407471943/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

giba
24-01-2013, 12:35 AM
Love it man, look forward to seeing what mods you do to this ride. Can I ask how many kms it has?
Got yourself a great platform there.

Are you on OzMPSClub?

z100
24-01-2013, 06:20 AM
Nice! How does it drive, torque steer much? Was going to suggest OZMPS as well!

bathtub
24-01-2013, 06:42 AM
Clean looking car, I'm just a tad jealous!

project.r.racing
24-01-2013, 09:18 AM
What is the issue with the clutch?

How many kilometers? I've been eyeing off a few for around $15K with 140-160,000km on them, but don't really want that high mileage.

maz sp20
24-01-2013, 09:55 AM
Nice looking MPS

Rafferty
24-01-2013, 10:19 AM
Top ride Ben!

lukeyprotege
24-01-2013, 10:56 AM
<3 this is cool

Ben
24-01-2013, 04:37 PM
Love it man, look forward to seeing what mods you do to this ride. Can I ask how many kms it has?
Got yourself a great platform there.

Are you on OzMPSClub?

Has 101 on it. Paid 18k for it. Im on OzMPS as of a few weeks ago when i posted about clunky gearboxes. Just posted up a "Hi" thread last night.

Nice! How does it drive, torque steer much? Was going to suggest OZMPS as well!

Cheers man, it feels very solid to drive. Hard yet smooth suspension on highways etc. Its a great driving experience.

Everyone thinks that its going to have epic torque steer, guess what. It doesn't. Yes it does have it, but really, its nothing like your going to spin off and crash into a tree. If your steering (Which is recommended when giving it to it) you have no problems. With normal driving and a little squirt of boost at the lights, no torque steer present at all. You have to be driving it hard for it to happen. I turned a corner last night when i was taking off (Not going crazy fast or anything) and i hit a pot hole and it kind of flicked then. That's the only time i've found the torque steer under normal driving conditions.

Clean looking car, I'm just a tad jealous!

Cheers man :)

What is the issue with the clutch?

How many kilometers? I've been eyeing off a few for around $15K with 140-160,000km on them, but don't really want that high mileage.

No issues with the clutch. That was another one. I gave it a miss because it clunked into first gear. He claimed that it was "the short shifter" however i drove another with a short shifter and there was no clunks.

Nice looking MPS

Top ride Ben!

<3 this is cool

Cheers fella's :)

phildough
24-01-2013, 05:32 PM
I have driven a MPS around willowbank racetrack and been taken for a spin around there in a MPS by Dick Johnson and they do torque steer, just not as bad as some other cars.
Best example is lift off the steering wheel and floor it. It will pull to the left or right depending on which is the shortest driveshaft.
Mazda did all sorts of tricks to try and control the torque steer generated by putting that much power through the front wheels.
I have thought about a MPS many times and will get one when they make a 4WD version.

TheMAN
24-01-2013, 05:43 PM
and yet under all that shiny metal, it's still a ford underneath :p

he's going to have a lot of fun performing a bosectomy on this car... I wouldn't bother because it'll never come out right

I'd spend the time shampooing that wrinkly, cracking leather instead!

Ben
24-01-2013, 06:08 PM
On the ball with that one Ed, gave it a polish last night, rear seats are like new, front ones are going to need a few goes.

I don't plan to go crazy with mods with this one, because a) I can't afford them and b) it really doesn't need all that much, it's all done!

phildough
24-01-2013, 08:34 PM
Also c) the ECU doesn't like mods and trys its hardest to return its self to stock.
And d) it's fast enough already!

TheMAN
24-01-2013, 08:37 PM
there's various tuning solutions for that car, but none of them are 100% safe, even with an upgraded fuel pump and other mods

Rupewrecht
24-01-2013, 08:37 PM
Your first investment should be a stiffer rear engine mount.

Congrats too! Just needs some decent wheels ;)

Ben
24-01-2013, 08:43 PM
Phil pretty much nailed it there.

Rupe, was already done and it had the others done under warranty a few years back. I've got my SP20 wheels still, i'll see how they look on it one day ;) Kind of keen for newer MPS wheels, but these have grown on me in the 2 days of ownership haha.

TheMAN
24-01-2013, 08:47 PM
the stock SP20 wheels won't fit
the front brakes are too big

what I suggest you doing though is getting the larger Mazda5 rear brakes... the calipers and pads are the same, but mounting bracket and discs are larger... it should provide a more balanced brake setup

the stock MPS rear brakes are the same as the SP23's

marcs_sp20
24-01-2013, 08:51 PM
the stock SP20 wheels won't fit
the front brakes are too big



He meant his aftermarket 17's, not the stock 16's...

giba
24-01-2013, 09:36 PM
I have thought about a MPS many times and will get one when they make a 4WD version.

You have not been informed of the MPS 6 then...
Everyone always goes on about torque steer but if you just hold the bloody steering wheel there is no problem...

Yeah I found your posts on Ozmps. Not stalking you... ;-) the guys on there are awesome helpful. I've been on there for like 8 months or so...
Visited mazdaspeed forums?

sim08u
24-01-2013, 09:43 PM
I want an mps now :(

Hammo
24-01-2013, 09:48 PM
I want an mps now :(

you have to wheels so your part way there :p


Ben good buy shame about the SP20 but hey new car hahaha

z100
25-01-2013, 09:58 AM
Everyone thinks that its going to have epic torque steer, guess what. It doesn't. Yes it does have it, but really, its nothing like your going to spin off and crash into a tree. If your steering (Which is recommended when giving it to it) you have no problems. With normal driving and a little squirt of boost at the lights, no torque steer present at all. You have to be driving it hard for it to happen. I turned a corner last night when i was taking off (Not going crazy fast or anything) and i hit a pot hole and it kind of flicked then. That's the only time i've found the torque steer under normal driving conditions.

Good to know, I really have a soft spot for these cars. May well end up with one considering how cheap they are getting. Enjoy!

project.r.racing
25-01-2013, 10:37 AM
The torque steer isn't heavy on these cars. And if you align them right, it is nearlly all gone.

Mazda have some seriously bad specs for these alignment wise. If you look on OzMPS in the Wheel/Tyres/Handling section, you'll find a few threads about alignment/tyre wear/steering.

Someone suggested going outside the crappy Mazda specs and dialling in your own specs, and it worked. Reduced tyre wear, improved steering. And alot of users have follow suit in the past 2 years.

TheMAN
25-01-2013, 10:37 AM
you need to do a UKDM mirror upgrade
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=92663&d=1161144409

stock sucks!
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=92662&d=1161144409

project.r.racing
25-01-2013, 11:29 AM
it is a convex shape for wide view?

BG1.8sp
25-01-2013, 11:51 AM
Holy cow ^^^ those UK mirrors are amazing

Mad Mat
25-01-2013, 12:03 PM
hmmm wonder if they can fit on a BJ or BA... mmmmm

marcs_sp20
25-01-2013, 12:17 PM
Mirrors wouldnt matter to me anyways, they vibrate when the music/sub is on :p

swift jimmy
25-01-2013, 12:46 PM
Mirrors wouldnt matter to me anyways, they vibrate when the music/sub is on :p

or in my case solid engine mounts :-P

TheMAN
25-01-2013, 02:48 PM
hmmm wonder if they can fit on a BJ or BA... mmmmm

sure
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=60888&d=1128894144
http://web2.airmail.net/theman/euromirror.jpg

stock still sucks!
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=60887&d=1128894135

TheMAN
25-01-2013, 02:52 PM
it is a convex shape for wide view?

convex spherical + convex aspherical for outer portion of driver's side mirror... a UK/Irish/Maltese and European/Israeli unique feature for Mazdas

the EDM and UKDM Mazda3 mirrors are heated only, but the Mazda6 has a non-heated version that fits

Ben
30-01-2013, 07:12 PM
What and interesting covno about mirrors! Haha.

I got my number plates on a few days ago. I've also gave it a full polish and wax...The top surfaces need a cut and polish as they do feel a bit rough still.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/7B8BFABC-01E4-4009-A316-5E159E59AB9A-11559-00000447C37A23E7.jpg

(The shine off the roof)
http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/9270393B-FC76-4689-9326-F371638BDD9D-11559-00000447D5569571.jpg

I've also done a LOC conversion on the stock Bose system, i now have my Type R in and it actually sounds better than my SP20 ever did. The bose speakers are amazingly crystal clear...Shame about the sub...Its still plugged in, but i think the R kind of eliminates it :p

Also been meaning to update, its got this little thing installed too. It no blasty since we like stealth. Also thanks to Azza for explaining on how it works to me haha.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/C98DDD88-664E-47AB-8E8C-F54FA3B3A83F-11559-00000447BB5EAD05.jpg

It's also been running a bit rough at idle. I cleaned the air filter and MAF and that did fix it, however when it was warm and i re-started at the shops it was a bit rough again...My friend thinks it sounds like a diesel haha. So that will be looked at ASAP. I'm not overly concerned since its still running fine once you put your foot on the accelerator. Might just be a faulty MAF, change the timing or something? up the revs? haha I dunno, im no mechanic haha.. Any suggestions are welcome.

BG1.8sp
30-01-2013, 07:50 PM
Being a boosted car... Naturally look for vacuum leaks. Under bonnet temps get way hotter in boosted cars and result in rubber hoses deteriorating quickly.

Also, as per usual... Clean EGR, AFM, plugs and leads first.

That's where I would start anyways.

rodhog
30-01-2013, 08:43 PM
Turbo car - Mazda system - it will be sealed one so any leak will casue issue.

Spark plugs Will be eaten. Two things work agaisnt you - Long stroke engine and ignition control.

My only advice - considering the issue with all modern turbo cars - Try a BMW335I - that can shut down anytime.

IMO best modifications to turbo cars is - COATINGS. yep - ceramic - any heat type coating to as much as you can. Manifold - heat sheilds it all helps.
A Mates RB30 had it doen to it's Gt42 rear housing and manifold on one night - I lent into the enigne bay to adjust the wastegate actuator and well. My skin didn't stick. Yeah I was burnt but I got heaps of burns on my arms where skin stuck from a mear 300.

Best long term reduction in breaking plastic bits and best for FREE POWER.
When I mean free, like for like. You can drive long and more consistant with these coatings, alot less heat soak and I've found where A/C is applied Compressors and lines last longer and work better.

Oh and IMO cheap. I don't know how or why people think it's expensive. I mean yeah some powder coatings when they all fancy show crap Yes. but you can do a valve cover and heat sheilds for approx $200 in ceramic coat. Gives mild shiny silver.

Esential if you do the pipes and cooler.

Ben
07-02-2013, 06:06 PM
Bit of a update. First off, i've wired in a LOC to run my subwoofer. All went smoothly except it was a bit of a PITA to get to it...couldnt get the seat out because ONE bolt was so tight that i managed to break my socket on it...I dont get it? So anyways, i kind of just chocked it up and sat on the floor and soldered it with a great deal of discomfort...Otherwise, its now working

(bad picture)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/15BADC97-2226-449C-AA2E-7866218D6C8F-556-00000026CB1E8516_zpse960d51b.jpg


Then while i was at it with half the parts ripped up so i could run the power cord, i gave it a much needed clean. Found a parking ticket, lots of those blue rocks that come of the women species's bangles. Many hairclips and a Barbie plastic bracelet! And 25cents....Paying for itself already! Then gave my seats another round of leather cleaner. The cracks are slowly coming out. Hopefully a few more doses and it will be much better! Scroll up to the top to see how i got it the first day.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/D1054F27-E62F-4140-8604-58D163E51944-556-00000026BF8D203B_zpsb04e1329.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/0755FD1D-4AAF-4FEE-8232-B49ED4515A7C-556-0000002704393B11_zps2e4bbd92.jpg


THEN! (God i've done more than i think) i cleaned up the engine bay a bit and got one hell of a service.

Mechanic tells me its in A1 condition. It was idling rough when AC is on. Kind of sounded like a diesel and it had a bit of a jump when at about 2k revs with just normal driving....However, a new set of spark plugs and leads fixed this...The spark plugs kind of resembled this...(Not my picture)

http://i.imgur.com/BpLoI.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/0F5362AE-224C-4EC3-BE20-598F83356835-556-00000026CF3F0DBC_zpsbbbe6b3c.jpg


Im also awaiting a set of weather shields from ebay...

And here's some random pictures of it...

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/58CA5FE2-ADFC-4118-BFE6-339A84023675-556-00000026F2146971_zpsdf85dfbf.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/4FCD7DDE-D9DF-474D-8CAD-67B51863143E-556-00000026F9FD41FB_zps41798157.jpg

Thats enough talking now...Comments always welcome

TheMAN
07-02-2013, 06:27 PM
your coolant level is low!
refill with FL22 or distilled water!
you're missing a cap for one of the aircon service ports too
the washer fluid cap doesn't look like it's all the way on either

whatever you do don't get rid of the battery box! It has an inlet hole for the cooling duct under the bonnet... it cools the battery and ECU next to it... it prolongs battery life and reduces terminal corrosion!

Get rid of that pod filter! It's the reason why the engine runs rubbish! The MAFs in the 3s are the same crap that was used in the 1.6l Protege/Astina.... horrible and sensitive! It's also sucking a lot of hot air too

and yeah, you really should get the UK mirrors... so much better for safe driving :)

Ben
07-02-2013, 06:39 PM
Okay, answers to your facts in order.

Its on a hill, its full.

No idea what your talking about. Please draw a big circle and arrow to what your talking about haha.

That it does, didnt notice that. Easy fix ;)

I won't, why would i?

I was told this, except i cant find a stock box.

Mirrors, who needs mirrors, they shake from the bass from the sub :p

Mad Mat
07-02-2013, 06:50 PM
O
No idea what your talking about. Please draw a big circle and arrow to what your talking about haha.


its right where ur radiator is... infront of ur ac rubber pipes that head down to the bottom of the rad..

i tried to draw a circle but u can see it as it in pen on my monitor... ;)

TheMAN
07-02-2013, 07:05 PM
you can always get a stock airbox from the US or the expensive mazdaspeed CAI, which works properly.... those can be found in the 2nd hand market

or maybe autoexe intake ("flood proof", like stock)? ;)

rodhog
07-02-2013, 08:22 PM
Your A/C cap is missing because 90% of them have cracked and no one replaces them.

All cars I got from QLD if they have been Regassed I've found have had what's known as OH it cracked and it falls off when put back on. Well it's what we NSW people figure you lazy qld people thought.
Oh and IT even happens to the toyotas. I use to order a few in my 2nd hand car detailing days. Memory was holden ford same as merc etc but toyota mazda honda. the only issue is colour as some used red and blue others used black.
but it's a good idea to get hold of one. Reason being they keep the dust out big time.
PS at bottom I tell you best place

As for your CAI or air flow - I love stock - Each to there own. I wil agree to disagree.

On your spark plugs - Get use to it. Long stroke and Turbo - I got box of them and even a set in the car. Even Ford known there 250 in the falcon eats them. Standard practice if a oil change don't fix it - spark plugs- Then send it out. Oh and charge customer.

Mazda's equivlant oh and it's Not offical (aka varys from dealer to dealer) Thrash it or clean them. Yep they use to pull them wash and put them back in Mazda 6's etc. If anyone complains. Unless you TELL THEM to change them and charge me - they don't do it if it's not part of the regular jobs to do. They will even tell you it's okay for a car to miss at 1300rpm under load.



Oh and best place for Free caps - the dealer of course, 5 second discount store.
Bits missing from your car - Lighter - screw cover in door - A/c cap - even that chrome lug nut.
But I am not saying it's GOOD thing Stealing is wrong and if you think God is good then god say it's bad mmmk.

but if you think 2nd hand car dealers are shifty SOB who rip people off it's OKAY THEN

Ben
07-02-2013, 09:12 PM
its right where ur radiator is... infront of ur ac rubber pipes that head down to the bottom of the rad..

i tried to draw a circle but u can see it as it in pen on my monitor... ;)

hahaha your a idiot...Are we talking about the thing on the silver pipe here? Thats the little window to see the level afaik.....Unless im completely lost?

you can always get a stock airbox from the US or the expensive mazdaspeed CAI, which works properly.... those can be found in the 2nd hand market

or maybe autoexe intake ("flood proof", like stock)? ;)

Got any links for me? ;)


Oh and best place for Free caps - the dealer of course, 5 second discount store.
Bits missing from your car - Lighter - screw cover in door - A/c cap - even that chrome lug nut.
But I am not saying it's GOOD thing Stealing is wrong and if you think God is good then god say it's bad mmmk.

but if you think 2nd hand car dealers are shifty SOB who rip people off it's OKAY THEN

Lol you crack me up.

1, theres no lighter missing, 2, screw cover missing in my door? Cant even see my door in the pictures.... 3, all chrome lugs are present....

Rupewrecht
07-02-2013, 09:19 PM
I was told this, except i cant find a stock box.


http://page3.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/c359834048

TheMAN
07-02-2013, 09:34 PM
that's just the top half
almost useless!

TheMAN
07-02-2013, 09:35 PM
but you really *need* this :D
http://www.autoexe.co.jp/products/ram_air/syasyubetsu/msbk/mbm959soucyaku.jpg

z100
07-02-2013, 09:58 PM
but you really *need* this :D
http://www.autoexe.co.jp/products/ram_air/syasyubetsu/msbk/mbm959soucyaku.jpg

Damn, that looks well put together!

Ben
07-02-2013, 10:05 PM
Jebus, dont temp me....

Problem is...That little price tag....ONE THOUSAND DORRA'S....

Rupewrecht
07-02-2013, 10:15 PM
Jebus, dont temp me....

Problem is...That little price tag....ONE THOUSAND DORRA'S....

Nah, they go for around $300 used. Same as the NB ones.

rodhog
07-02-2013, 10:24 PM
**** 1000- Dora explora's that would be expensive - I mean I'm not into that stuff but I hear they are.

If only it was in Australian Dollars $1000 - it's not much really. come on Really in todays world whats $1000 won't even get you to Top level Brothel in Sydney. (that I do know)

Don't expect your car to be missing bits. Yet. LOL

Stock airbox is a nice thing. too bad its' a bit unquie to that car.

oh if it is the sight gauge it's cool havne't seen one in while thought they had dropped them on most climate control cars as I know the control unit's now usually flick out codes for them. Just don't try and diagnose Aussie stuff that way. Stupid fords.

You know Ben IMO being in QLD the only thing I would do is if not front mounting, I'd personally give it a hit if CO2 on the cooler. Just for those warm summer nights and days even. JMO it's what I'd do. legal CF bottle light and I know it works well

project.r.racing
08-02-2013, 07:30 AM
I like it. I wish i never sold my 3 back in October.

TheMAN
08-02-2013, 09:16 AM
just get a bigger top mount intercooler.... will work fine

Trent00lz
15-02-2013, 01:02 AM
thats a sick ride man!

Cant wait to see the mods that come out to play on this baby :)

Ive always wanted an MPS
i just need to wait until im off my p's haha

Ben
24-02-2013, 11:04 AM
thats a sick ride man!

Cant wait to see the mods that come out to play on this baby :)

Ive always wanted an MPS
i just need to wait until im off my p's haha

Cheers Mate.

Installed my STI Lip, only needed a minor trim on the ends. I set it back into the bumper a bit instead of right on the end. Looked too...lippy or something right on the tip. So its a bit more subtle.

Not the best images. I'll take some later on :)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/IMG_5638_zpsf66eb521.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/IMG_5640_zps96b02209.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/IMG_5645_zpsa1b8e009.jpg

xeon8
24-02-2013, 11:08 AM
Looking good Ben!

oyeloo
24-02-2013, 12:14 PM
Looks awesome Ben, now hurry up and get your ass to my house with mine :P and gimmie your wheels! <3

Ben
25-02-2013, 04:22 PM
Looking good Ben!

Cheers Nick :)

Looks awesome Ben, now hurry up and get your ass to my house with mine :P and gimmie your wheels! <3

When you posted that i was already hurdling towards your house. No, wheels are staying with me.

Who likes pictures? I do.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8229/8502579447_6f8f239237_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8502579447/)
IMG_5657-1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8502579447/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8379/8503671132_809fb871d3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503671132/)
IMG_5673-1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503671132/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8386/8503660780_6d9fc6b8f3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503660780/)
IMG_5678-1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503660780/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8506/8503653098_5893641023_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503653098/)
IMG_5688-1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8503653098/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

(Bec's Image)

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8107/8503719210_dacec265e1_b.jpg

oyeloo
25-02-2013, 06:04 PM
(Bec's Image)

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8107/8503719210_dacec265e1_b.jpg

Hey dats me :D YAY Hehehehehe :)

Ben
27-02-2013, 04:47 PM
Ditched the muffler, installed a 3" straight pipe. Kept the stock cat and left the resonators. This is the result. All is what it cost was $60 and a hour's worth of labour.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIC164I7PKM

Ben
26-03-2013, 03:29 PM
So i got some new model MPS wheels (Marc's...if you havent of noticed, we did a exchange :p) ...Some like my old lux ones better, some like this better. I like them both, so im keeping them both :p I've got plans with paint for these ones, but i couldn't afford tyres and paint all at once. So i've left them for now...

Got some "Nexen" 225/45 tyres. Got the 45's over 40's purely because of price and i dont plan to go any lower anytime soon. And it feels smoother to drive :D Tyres are sticky as sh1t. Already love them. I like them over the kuhmo's i had on the SP....Thats a big call for you kuhmo kids ;)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/3F14138D-01EB-46F3-9992-24AD316FB76E-1531-0000008EC711AAA4_zps21dfd9ca.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/37B20BA8-4075-46BC-B429-00BD4E0E3BC2-1531-0000008ED783957B_zps133ea664.jpg

bjk
26-03-2013, 05:08 PM
Looks sweet as! Much sleeker.

oyeloo
26-03-2013, 05:26 PM
Please Ben I'm begging you -gets down and beggs- please please please give me your other wheels -cries a little-

maz sp20
27-03-2013, 08:31 AM
Looks good Ben :)

Ben
01-04-2013, 06:07 PM
Got bored, took some photo's. The Sti lip is currently off because i kept scratching it getting in my shed, so when the parents come back home from their easter celebrations (any minute now) without me and i get shunned out of the shed, ill put it back on :p

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8521/8609459120_0ec0b3efdb_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8609459120/)
MPS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8609459120/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8536/8608349527_b163271a3a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8608349527/)
MPS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8608349527/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

marcs_sp20
01-04-2013, 06:23 PM
Looks naked without the lip IMO :eek:

Ben
01-04-2013, 06:24 PM
Yessums. Looks so 4x4 :(

and what i mean by i took it off...The garage floor took it off for me haha

Ben
03-04-2013, 10:05 AM
Oh hey, so this happened.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1153_web_zpseea31970.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1158_web_zps4bfeee14.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1161_web_zpse3fff4fd.jpg

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1167_web_zps7b7eff9d.jpg

These 2 are my favourite.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1162_web_zps14b49c7f.jpg

(Spot the OYELLO!, shes in the car :p)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1163_web_zpsa73e791f.jpg

I had a great time and Clarence is a very friendly guy. Also, i know how he does things now ;) So expect some experimenting.

z100
03-04-2013, 12:26 PM
I really think the newer style wheels look better on this car. Really sets it off well, going to go any lower with it?

Ben
03-04-2013, 01:19 PM
I really think the newer style wheels look better on this car. Really sets it off well, going to go any lower with it?

Yeah i like them too. But i still like the original ones as well. Im planning on painting these ones a carbon grey, i think they'll suit it much more then!

Its already pretty low. I have a suspicion its already been lowered. Not sure though. I want coilovers, but i cant afford them as i'm still paying off the damn car :p

oyeloo
03-04-2013, 03:56 PM
(Spot the OYELLO!, shes in the car :p)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/NV0A1163_web_zpsa73e791f.jpg

I had a great time and Clarence is a very friendly guy. Also, i know how he does things now ;) So expect some experimenting.

Smallest one as the meet as usual so I got to be bens brake light bitch :p You wont actually see me though :p

NSP20
03-04-2013, 04:08 PM
Your MPS is pure hotness in this photo shoot!

Ben
14-06-2013, 10:16 AM
Thought i might update this because im bored. However most of you already know what i've done.

First off, took this sick picture with its relative the ford :p The image is currently in USC's art gallery stretched on a A1 canvas :):)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7307/8734022960_111719eed2_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8734022960/)
Mazda MPS VS Ford XR5 Turbo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8734022960/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

Then i decided 4x4 mode was boring me. So i got something tasty.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/null_zps152e5b6b.jpg (http://s1146.photobucket.com/user/benn_/media/null_zps152e5b6b.jpg.html)

BC gold coilovers.

Coilovers installed on G2 rims. The tyres on these ones were toooooo large and was causing it to scrub left right and centre. Also the ass was more low than the front.

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/null_zps49a0b508.jpg (http://s1146.photobucket.com/user/benn_/media/null_zps49a0b508.jpg.html)

So the G1 shadow chromes came back on while i try and sell the tyres off the G2's...Then i was planning to get them painted. However, tyres are still forsale. I then made the car level....

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/null_zpsd5c19f64.jpg (http://s1146.photobucket.com/user/benn_/media/null_zpsd5c19f64.jpg.html)

While i was at the tyre shop, i had a look at some of the rims they had in stock. I've decided against both of these however. Got something else in mind ;)

I want to go wider and run a bit more rear camber so its flush :p

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/null_zpsf5b0e710.jpg (http://s1146.photobucket.com/user/benn_/media/null_zpsf5b0e710.jpg.html)

http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o523/benn_/null_zps14b19a3d.jpg (http://s1146.photobucket.com/user/benn_/media/null_zps14b19a3d.jpg.html)


Things that have been purchased also thats not excitingly mod worthy.
New RHS engine mount
Replaced nearly all my liquids now. Installing engine mount and replacing oil and brake fluid next weekend. Shtis running 901% better than the day i picked it up.
Replaced all my lights with LED's.
Rupes bidding on a new stock looking gearknob for me. The excitment. (My stock one is broken)

Also, next month marks 6 months of ownership.

Clean_Cookie
14-06-2013, 10:46 AM
6 months already! Wow. Time flies.

project.r.racing
14-06-2013, 01:43 PM
the black rims with machine lip do well on the black car.

7kg front springs. though they'd be a little stiffer. big thick front top plate also, and i mean thick. good thing as they wont break.

Rupewrecht
14-06-2013, 06:43 PM
I prefer the CE28N copies

Ice88
14-06-2013, 07:31 PM
I'm with rupe on this one :)

Ben
14-06-2013, 07:45 PM
the black rims with machine lip do well on the black car.

7kg front springs. though they'd be a little stiffer. big thick front top plate also, and i mean thick. good thing as they wont break.

Its very stiff. I've got the damper set on half half (15) The rear i think is fine, but the front when you hit a bump, it knocks you a fair bit...But i think the fact that its probably too rediculously low may not help :rolleyes:

I prefer the CE28N copies

I'm with rupe on this one :)

Im with Rupe on that too. As said, i was just wasting time with the sales rep on one quiet saturday. Not actually getting wheels anytime soon. Cant afford them.

I have a feeling black on black wheels are kind of like chrome. Mad in the 90s, but not as cool anymore. Guarantee in 10 years time people will be like bleh with black on black.

Ben
05-08-2013, 11:25 AM
I acquired some new wheels from some Michael dude, Enkei RPF1 18x8 +35

I've also blacked out my badges. Don't know if i like this or hate it. Think it looks cheap. It's only plasti-dip so i can remove it when i get sick of it haha.

Here's some quick snaps i took after work the other day.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2845/9441501560_7bef34f6e6_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9441501560/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7305/9438733137_2b8f32cdeb_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9438733137/)

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5333/9438727721_82cce24623_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9438727721/)

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3771/9438761643_0aa48700f6_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9438761643/)

Next up, 20% window tint.

bjk
05-08-2013, 11:43 AM
Looking sweet as! Can't wait to get my RPF1's on. I'm a size down from you, but an inch wider. ;)

Have to wait till the car is fixed though. :(

rodhog
05-08-2013, 10:50 PM
black badges would only work if the middle flying wing unit was missing. it ruins the look of black out .

NaughtyGT
06-08-2013, 06:38 AM
Ben! Bit late with the congrats but, congrats man on this lil' beasty. Just had to say it ;) Bet you enjoy every drive a this. Nice wheels. Nice stance. Nice interior. What's not to like :cool:

Ben
03-02-2014, 09:43 PM
Long time no update. Suppose cause its not an astina!

But last month marked 1 year with the MPS! We travelled a lovely 27,000kms and i spent more money on it than i should of.

Flashback image montage a gogo

First day of ownership:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8211/8407482145_1a157aa623_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407482145/)
Outards- Side (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8407482145/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

3 months into ownership:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8536/8608349527_b163271a3a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8608349527/)
MPS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/8608349527/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

7 months into ownership: We went stance style.
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5333/9438727721_82cce24623_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9438727721/)
Mazda MPS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/9438727721/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

Its 1 year anniversary! Not much as changed since the 7 month mark. Just a few bits and pieces here and there, 20% window tint and a paint correction detail.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3675/12285653935_080ab78184_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/12285653935/)
My MPS (http://www.flickr.com/photos/benny_boysphotography/12285653935/) by Photographs_by_Ben (http://www.flickr.com/people/benny_boysphotography/), on Flickr

TheMAN
03-02-2014, 10:00 PM
that's not really stance, that's tastefully lowered

Ben
03-02-2014, 10:12 PM
that's not really stance, that's tastefully lowered

Glad you think so!

This is probably a better example :p

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2826/9968332193_5c7c8918a9_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/85440876@N07/9968332193/)
IMG_7493 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/85440876@N07/9968332193/) by Marc.G.Photography (http://www.flickr.com/people/85440876@N07/), on Flickr