Mazda Protegé

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  • protegextwoprotegextwo Member Posts: 1,265
    Was there a Mazda Protegé entered this year? Maybe, Mazda can develop the Mazda6 for NASCAR. They can borrow the engine technology from Ford. How cool, a Robert Yates prepared Mazda6. ;-) Boy it's hot in Lancaster, tonight.

    -lovetrain
  • dinu01dinu01 Member Posts: 2,586
    Now that was funny. A 6 running NASCAR. Do they even allow non-domestic car makers to run cars in NASCAR? Seriously, I don't know. I mean the avg. NASCAR fan would still buy a nice Ford truck over a Mazda 6. (Or maybe that's just my un-educated opinion)...

    BTW, how are your PROs doing?

    Dinu
  • fowler3fowler3 Member Posts: 1,919
    And I got a "Socket not connected" message, whatever that means. Checked my alternating current socket, Yep, it's connected.

    Long time no type here. Guess I had better keep up more.

    My Pro is still in the upper 8000 range and doing great. Needs servicing just to let my dealer know I am still alive. LOL!

    More work coming next week. Oh well, pays the service I guess.

    fowler3
  • fowler3fowler3 Member Posts: 1,919
    does buy FORD trucks because they can't read or pronounce words with more than four letters. Their vocabularies are all four-letter words.

    fowler3
  • dinu01dinu01 Member Posts: 2,586
    That was pretty funny about those Ford trucks. Ya know what they say: Built Ford tough. Bubba says: "Gotta be tough"

    Long time no chat. Only 8.000 miles? I envy you. 37.000 kms on mine and she's 1 yr and 2 weeks old. yikes!

    Dinu
  • protegextwoprotegextwo Member Posts: 1,265
    Dinu, all is well in Mazdaland. How about you my friend? I wish I was in the great North right now, to darn hot in Lacaster, PA.


    Hi, Jim glad to here all is well. How is your little buddy Skippy? I love that picture if you and your puppy at the yahoo site! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mazdaprotege/


    -larry

  • protegextwoprotegextwo Member Posts: 1,265
    When are you too sleepy heads gettin up to talk Mazda Protegés?
  • meinradmeinrad Member Posts: 820
    Well, you are way too early, but even so, I'm actually working this morning because I'm leaving in 25 minutes to go play golf!

    Hopefully they have Mazda golf carts at the Country Club!
  • townhall9townhall9 Member Posts: 78
    Don't know about the environmental qualities of Mazda's new paint technology, but I had a new Solara (with "my" colour) parked near my light sandalwood ES today. The metalflake was more distinct in mine, and the luster/"depth" was better than the Toy.
  • anonymouspostsanonymousposts Member Posts: 3,802
    MazdaSpeed Protege 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. Impressive.
  • newcar31newcar31 Member Posts: 3,711
    Where'd you get that?
  • maltbmaltb Member Posts: 3,572
    It's anonymous...you can't question it.
  • shriqueshrique Member Posts: 338
    This is for anyone in Minneapolis/St. Paul. Has anyone used the Walser Mazda in Bloomington for service? I bought my car elsewhere but would like to try a closer dealership.

    Thanks
  • ashutoshsmashutoshsm Member Posts: 1,007
    I think I was the only one to guess sub-7 as the 0-60 times. What did we decide on as an appropriate reward? ;-)

    Of course, I totally agree that 170hp is more than adequate for a car that weighs as little as this one does (should?) and that its handling specs will be the really exciting bit of info and the question on everyone's minds - will Mazda be able to achieve what they did (0r better) compared to the MP3?

    The importance of 0-60 is way blown out of proportion here!
  • dsm6dsm6 Member Posts: 813
    Well, except that there was really only one complaint about the MP3 - a lack of power - which shows up in things like 0-60 times.

    We decided an appropriate award was the title King of the Protege Forum (though I voted for Geek of the Week). ;-)
  • maltbmaltb Member Posts: 3,572
    did nobody else go sub 7?
  • dsm6dsm6 Member Posts: 813
    According to my records (wrote them down as they came in), no one else guessed sub 7.0. The next closest I have were newcar at 7.0 and myself at 7.2.

    Actually, ashu guessed 6.8-7.0, which is spot on. Given variability in such tests, 7.0 is as close as you could expect to get as well.
  • ashutoshsmashutoshsm Member Posts: 1,007
    ... that would depend on what they were driving :-)
    (ahh - feels good to make one smart-[non-permissible content removed] response per day)

    Seriously, I don't really remember, although given how light the Protege is (the entire compact class of cars is) I'm not surprised, because the infusion of that much (40/130 is over 30%) more power, with an LSD should yield a good 20% or higher improvement over the stock 8.x second :-0

    So, king for a day, huh - I can live with that, I guess! Its a better feeling to know that this (MazdaSpeed Protege) will shut up the Sentra Spec-V and Civic Si enthusiasts! The compact class has a new king! Pity its such a limited edition vehicle.
  • meinradmeinrad Member Posts: 820
    Geek Of The Week!
  • ashutoshsmashutoshsm Member Posts: 1,007
    Webbster's defines Geek:
    a person often of an intellectual bent who is disapproved of

    Well, at least I'm not 'Nerd' of the week (for some odd reason, I keep confusing the two words):
    : an unstylish, unattractive, or socially inept person; especially : one slavishly devoted to intellectual or academic pursuits
  • fowler3fowler3 Member Posts: 1,919
    Long time no chat either. Tippy is doing fine staying cool inside this summer. We take our jogs near sunset to avoid the heat. My Protege stays inside, too, and avoids the sun's rays and fading. The paint is holding up well. Needs washing badly but we have a No Wash thing here due to the
    drought. Think I will buy bottled water and wash my Pro -- how many gallons will it take?

    fowler3
  • maltbmaltb Member Posts: 3,572
    will shut up the Sentra Spec-V and Civic Si enthusiasts

    Honestly, who cares. While comparing cars is quite a bit about what Edmunds is, there will always be better, faster, cheaper, stronger and superior cars. I think we will all have preferences and will defend ours when under attack; sometimes merited, other times not. I just hope the MS3 is a blast to drive and will spur competition for everyone to build better cars. We all win in that case.
  • chikoochikoo Member Posts: 3,008
    ride: stiff & harsh.
    ===================
    my comment:
    Why did they have to put springs in there anyway. might as well put in 25mm rods instead.

    Torque Steer: Excessive to the extent that it is dangerous to push the pedal in traffic...might lose control.
    ===========
    my comment:
    They had to make 2000 units as showcase for Mazda's talent in making sporty cars. Looks like they ended up showing something else instead.

    0-60 in 6.9s
    qtr mile in 15.4s at 91mph
    0-100 in 19.4s

    compare it to VWGTI 1.8T
    0-60 in 6.5s
    qtr mile in 15.3s at 94mph
    0-100 in 17.9s

    data: courtesy of Car&driver
  • rjjensenrjjensen Member Posts: 7
    is it just the wheels?
  • protegextwoprotegextwo Member Posts: 1,265
    Jim, It's good to hear that you, Tippy, and your Protege are doing well! :-)

    -Larry
  • mdaffronmdaffron Member Posts: 4,421
    If I'm not mistaken, the 2002 LX and ES also differ in the fact that the ES has four-wheel disk brakes. Also, many features that are options on the LX are standard on the ES. If you're into extras, an LX outfitted with several options will run you almost as much as an ES. (Prior to 2001, the ES and LX/DX differed in engines -- the ES had a 1.8-liter and the LX and DX had 1.6 liters.)

    Meade
  • mdaffronmdaffron Member Posts: 4,421
    Read this article:


    http://biz.yahoo.com/rc/020807/autos_mazda_demio_1.html


    Meade

  • mdaffronmdaffron Member Posts: 4,421
    http://biz.yahoo.com/djus/020807/200208070220000096_2.html


    Meade

  • dinu01dinu01 Member Posts: 2,586
    What do you prefer:

    Mazda 6 vs Mazda Atenza < 6
    Mazda 3 vs Mazda Protege < While the PRO of course
  • mdaffronmdaffron Member Posts: 4,421
    BTW, why are you conducting the poll HERE, dinu?

    Meade

    P.S.: 6. Protege.
  • dinu01dinu01 Member Posts: 2,586
    Seemed kinda dead on this board. Maybe I should set the poll at our "usual" site.
  • dsm6dsm6 Member Posts: 813
    Atenza, Protege
  • justdriftingjustdrifting Member Posts: 18
    Hello,

    My friend suggested that I could improve my car's performance by getting better headers for my car. I thought this was kinda interesting, since I could boost the performance without any noticable changes, unlike those big exhaust pipes. He said that I could get another 20-30 HP out of it.

    Anyway, after a quick look around the net, I didn't see any information on this, so here I am asking you guys for your opinions on this.

    I'm looking for anyone who has actually done this. I'm looking at overall cost. I'm looking for some links on the web. I'm looking for any information about this sort of thing. Keep it as simple as possible, because I don't know jack :)

    Thanks in advance!
  • maltbmaltb Member Posts: 3,572
    I hear the zoom-zoom stickers are good for 20 more HP on top of that. I'm teasing and so is your friend. Headers with no other mods will get you 1-2 extra HP. I'd look over at this site for some direction on modifications.
  • anonymouspostsanonymousposts Member Posts: 3,802
    The numbers on the MazdaSpeed were in the September issue of Car & Driver.

    And don't talk about Civic SI's ... I have a 2002 and love it.
  • ashutoshsmashutoshsm Member Posts: 1,007
    Has got to be one of the ugliest looking vehicles on the roads! Granted, I do a double-take every time I see one - but that's only to get a good look at the face of a person that prolly spent MSRP+(healthy) markup for the vehicle.

    Of course, the MazdaSpeed Pro will evoke exactly the same response, as well as the same sentiments and price gouging - but at least its a Protege ;) (and MUCH better than the Si)
  • newcar31newcar31 Member Posts: 3,711
    Yeah, the 2002 Civic Si looks like a doorstop...or a wedge of cheese....or a Nintendo Pokemon character. IMO, Honda blew it on that one and I've heard they aren't selling as well as anticipated.
  • protege_fanprotege_fan Member Posts: 2,405
    gets my vote!! :D
    HAHHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!
  • newcar31newcar31 Member Posts: 3,711
    Or how bout the 2002 Colby Jack Si?
  • the_big_hthe_big_h Member Posts: 1,583
    The Doorstop has a striking resemblance to one of its family members...


    image

  • gandalf17gandalf17 Member Posts: 348
    Now that is just freakin' hilarious!!!!

    Meade,

    Sorry for the late response. I drop in when time and work permits. I'm here today for a good time, but not a long time.....

    Sorry to hear about what happened to the Zoomster. I can't even fathom what I might have done in a comparable situation.

    Also, shame on you for letting your tire pressure go like that! :) So, do you notice any difference riding at 33psi, now?
  • ashutoshsmashutoshsm Member Posts: 1,007
    That is absolutely hilarious, Hank! Thanks!

    Now I have to send that to my car 'enthusaiast' friends, and lose some more work time!
  • mdaffronmdaffron Member Posts: 4,421
    Actually, I'm riding at 34 psi now. Very big change in handling -- the car feels like it's even MORE on rails now! Thanks for the tip!

    Meade
  • protege_fanprotege_fan Member Posts: 2,405
    I remember asking a while back about the bolt pattern for the LX 2.0....IIRC, somebody told me that it was a 5 bolt!

    Well, I really have to clarify this. For the LX 2.0, 2001 and 2002 (stock steel rims), the lug pattern is 4 x 100 mm
    (info from the FAQ at www.protgeclub.com)

    The reason I'm posting this now is because I was trying to arrange a trade w/ a P5 owner in Calgary who had upgraded his stock rims. I was gonna see if he'd trade me or something, but I thought about bolt patterns, etc. and now realize that his wheels wouldn't fit as the P5 rims are 5 x 114.3 mm
    :(

    Oh well...just a heads-up!
  • gandalf17gandalf17 Member Posts: 348
    Glad to hear it. The least I could do. :) I'm currently at 36psi, but will be dropping it back down to 35psi on the Dunlops. I've found that 35 is perfect for the way i drive and the wife finds it less harsh than 36 and above when she is driving.

    One thing I have noticed about the Dunlops is that they are very quiet tires when moving in a straight line, but they are quite load when taking corners. Not loud in a screeching or tire squeal sense, but you can really hear the rubber digging into the pavement and holding the car in place. I've never quite had a tire that sounded as they do. Oh well, it's all good and i really like the Dunlops, as does the wife who adores them in the wet stuff. We've had some really bad rain and storms here over the past weeks....
  • anonymouspostsanonymousposts Member Posts: 3,802
    actually I paid MSRP -(minus) a healthy discount. Got it for $16,300 which makes the car look ALOT better. Especially since I like the Odyssey's looks anyways and it actually looks kinda sporty when you add the tinted windows and the splash guards.

    And Mazda could learn ALOT from Honda about making a 2.0L engine purr. Something, which reading back in this forum shows, that Mazda doesn't quite know how to do yet. And since the MazdaSpeed is a turbo version of that same 2.0L isn't it going to be kinda rough too?
  • mazdanymazdany Member Posts: 28
    I'm new to the thread. Seems like you have some real lively discussions here by the SHEER amount of posts.

    Just wondering, what type of oil/oil filter do you guys use for your Proteges? Drain intervals?
  • tomcivilettitomciviletti Member Posts: 207
    castrol syntex 5w-30 or 10w-30
    top-o-the-line purolator [whatever they call it] for the mazda v-6 engine [greater capacity and easier to unscrew by hand]
  • the_big_hthe_big_h Member Posts: 1,583
    Mobil 1 10w-30 with Mazda OEM v6 filter.
  • newcar31newcar31 Member Posts: 3,711
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