What do you have planned to do in the next month or two on your MS3? [Archive]

starscream

05-03-2011, 11:16 PM

So with the weather starting to stay in constant positive temperatures above 8 degrees, summer slowly approaching, I was curious to see what other members have planned to do on their MS3's.

For me right now this is what I have planned:

-Compression and Leakdown tests (bought the tools to do both)
-Engine and Engine Bay Cleanup
-Install new PCV valve
-Intake Manifold clean
-Install Fuel Injector Seals (if the leakdown test confirms that they are required)
-Install KMD Internals (ordered and shipped)
-Install Grimmspeed BC (ordered)
-Install SU Boost Tubes (one of the OEM ones seems like its ballooned sorta speak a bit almost, so might as well change it for peace of mind)
-Get a few things changed on my tune (got some of the stuff sorted for this already)

Thats what I have in a nutshell that I kinda wanna do over next few weeks. By engine cleanup I mean seafoam it, do another piston soak on it. Clean up the bay, oh how that rust inhibitor oil spray gets everywhere.

I also figure that if I am going to do the PCV install, I might as well clean the intake manifold while its out, and if its determined I need injector seals do those as well while I am in there doing all that. I am still debating on doing a OCC as I am trying to see how some people over come the winter coldness that might make the gunk freeze, but thats still being looked into.

Since I am looking into changing a few things on my tune, I figure that having some added safety of FP internals helps. Endedup getting a slick deal on the new KMD internals and while I am there trying to get things sorted out for the tune get the boost spikes under control, not that they are going crazy but I prefer to minimize them. Nothing is particularly wrong with my tune, but I find there are a few changes I want to make...or rather need to make after I had 'fun' with my turbo inlet pipe.

If people are doing some similar stuff, I would be down to have a group install or something down at my place.

So whats ya'll got planned?

Iceman_F1

05-04-2011, 07:43 AM

Simple for me. After selling current items, get a new deck and find out how to get it to work with the stock bose system (as I don't want to replace everything). Beyond that, just keep learning how to drive it :chuckle

BlueStreak

05-04-2011, 10:12 AM

I got an early start on my car this year. I have installed the following so far:
- Eibach prokits (I ride on the stock springs in the winter so I don't plow snow).
- DBA 4000 series slotted rotors all around.
- OEM pads all around.
- Autotech fuel pump internals.
- CPe injector seals.
- Devil's Own Stage 2 Meth Injection Kit.
- SteedSpeed exhaust manifold.
- CPe TMIC.

In the coming weeks, I'll be
- performing the EGR delete.
- installing SURE Motorsports TIGs.
- removing the VTCS system.

In the mean time, autocross season starts this Saturday at Mosport DDT. I'll be there :)

Dave

horto

05-04-2011, 11:19 AM

What's done:
- 120k km service & detailing :)
- CPe catted downpipe
- CPe HPFP
- Denso ITV22 one-step colder plugs
- new summer rubber: Hankook Ventus V12's

To do:
- Koni Yellows, if they ever come in
- Cobb springs
- APH tune

SKYMP3

05-04-2011, 01:30 PM

Drive the heck out of it and prepare to part out in late summer :(

Cab0oze

05-04-2011, 09:21 PM

Paint front lip
Install fiamm low tone horn
Paint/clean engine bay
Black out front emblem
Install boost gauge/pod
Buy new rims and paint calipers
... and learn to drive the fckn thing better :( i suck at manual, its my first and i just got it recently

eliminator

05-04-2011, 09:42 PM

tint windows, install window vent guards, put in gas, drive

Zoom Zoom Boy

05-04-2011, 10:13 PM

New rubber (done)
Caliper repaint and redecal (done)
Windshield replaced (appointment for May 17th)
Need to do my spring wax and detail.
Koni Yellows and Prokits if the Yellows ever come into stock in my lifetime...FML.
Lip was repainted and I need it clear wrapped as otherwise I need it repainted every year.
CF Spoiler extension.
Oil and Filter change.

Plenty of WOT, plenty of boost.

starscream

05-04-2011, 10:43 PM

For those that need help with KONI's PM me. I have a link down in Buffalo. I was able to get my rears in, in about a week. I can findout if they can get more. I already had the fronts from 4 months before, but I know they can get the whole set.

miako

05-05-2011, 12:01 AM

Installing...
cp-e downpipe (next week)
cp-e RMM
cobb TIH
oil/filter change
dyno @ aph :D

Mr Wilson

05-06-2011, 10:45 AM

Install coils
Paint calipers
Tranny fluid
Put in new DRL bulbs
Wash/Clay/Wax

Who knows what else. Keep saying that's it, I'm good........but that never seems to last long

Horto, hope you're liking the DP, they sure make the car sound good.

Elusivellama

05-06-2011, 11:08 AM

-CS SRI

-Whiter fog lights, the yellow ones look a bit off with HIDs

-Paint the grille insert to match bumper

-Black-out the Mazda symbols (maybe, likely the front only)

-Oil change

-Replace stock exhaust tips so they don't spray black soot on my car

More performance mods will have to wait until I deem it necessary and safe.

breakfasteatre

05-08-2011, 10:33 AM

just did the rmm yesterday
shifter bushings in the mail
new wheels and tires on friday (genpu + dunlop sportmaxx)

starscream, i think i sent you a pm about the hpfp internals, i wouldnt mind hanging out when you install, give a hand, see how the procedure goes

09ms3

05-08-2011, 10:19 PM

pretty much the only plan is tints in the near future, just picked up the car and metropolitan grey and clear windows just don't work

starscream

05-09-2011, 01:48 AM

horto

05-09-2011, 12:46 PM

Horto, hope you're liking the DP, they sure make the car sound good.

Sure am, sounds awesome! :thumbsup

starscream

05-09-2011, 01:01 PM

Sure am, awesome! :thumbsup

So you like getting DP? lol jokes...

horto

05-12-2011, 10:47 AM

So you like getting DP? lol jokes...

:No Homo Smiley

Kinn

05-27-2011, 02:47 PM

horto

05-27-2011, 03:36 PM

I'm still on the fence about some of the mods and how they affect warranty. Also, I'm not really prepared to do anything that will require a tune...again for warranty reasons. By all means please suggest your preference on the inlet and SRI brand.

Does an AP count as a tune? I'll assume not :) in which case I'd go with a Cobb TIP+SRI since they all play nice together. Just my personal preference.

Speed_Demon

05-27-2011, 10:33 PM

Well, I sold my Powder coated MS3 rims and ordered the 18" RG-2 Glossy Black Red line rims with Falken 452's (235-40-18). Can't wait till next week! Woohoo! :)

Hopefully that will close up the small gap, Cobb springs just don't lower it enough!

S.F.W.

05-27-2011, 11:08 PM

CPe HPFP - Installed Wednesday
Corlsport SRI + TIP - installed last night
Turbomart - BPC - installed last night
Defi Gauges - Next Wednesday
Autoexe front bumper - 7-10 days away
Custom audio setup - June 10th
Forged lightweight wheels - ordered, eta July 1
New tires - 235/40/18 - when wheels arrive
Coilovers - TBD
AP - TBD

pretty good list I think

Elusivellama

05-27-2011, 11:22 PM

Ultimate Racing CBE
SRI - haven't decided on CS, Cobb or CP-e yet
New Turbo inlet - undecided on brand
BPV
CS MM inserts
Hawk pads
Hancook V12's
Install shifter bushings
Fix the damage to the rear bumper and have it painted black/cwp
Sub install – JL stealth box

I'm still on the fence about some of the mods and how they affect warranty. Also, I'm not really prepared to do anything that will require a tune...again for warranty reasons. By all means please suggest your preference on the inlet and SRI brand.

Going to longer then a month to get this all done.

Out of all the SRIs that I researched, it came down to Cobb or Corksport. I chose Corksport because it seemed (from a poll on other forums, and from what I've read from owners) to be the least likely to throw CELs (due to a custom-machined MAF housing and air straightener), plus it includes a TIP.

S.F.W.

05-27-2011, 11:37 PM

Out of all the SRIs that I researched, it came down to Cobb or Corksport. I chose Corksport because it seemed (from a poll on other forums, and from what I've read from owners) to be the least likely to throw CELs (due to a custom-machined MAF housing and air straightener), plus it includes a TIP.

my research said the same, and I used the same reasoning.

Cab0oze

05-28-2011, 07:02 AM

my research said the same, and I used the same reasoning.

Eh? Whats wrong with Cp-e?? I researched them a lot too, and Cobb had issues with breaking a bracket, corksport was pricey, and I got a good deal on a CP-e nano (150, lighly used with hydroshield shipped) and aside from a horrible choice of screws for the MAF (Out of my 8 allen sets, none had a key that was the right size) the thing is perfect... and in my research I didn't see a single downside to it.

On another note, the SURE SRI looks really nice, and if you could get a good deal on that, it would be a worthy competitor...

S.F.W.

05-28-2011, 09:58 AM

Eh? Whats wrong with Cp-e?? I researched them a lot too, and Cobb had issues with breaking a bracket, corksport was pricey, and I got a good deal on a CP-e nano (150, lighly used with hydroshield shipped) and aside from a horrible choice of screws for the MAF (Out of my 8 allen sets, none had a key that was the right size) the thing is perfect... and in my research I didn't see a single downside to it.

On another note, the SURE SRI looks really nice, and if you could get a good deal on that, it would be a worthy competitor...

On the 2nd Gen MS3 the CPE has issues with CEL's.

McGuyver_3

05-28-2011, 10:27 AM

On the 2nd Gen MS3 the CPE has issues with CEL's.

Incorrect, I have the CP-E short ram on my 2nd gen for about 6 months now and not a single CEL, and same with my friend who is also a member here.

S.F.W.

05-28-2011, 10:34 AM

Incorrect, I have the CP-E short ram on my 2nd gen for about 6 months now and not a single CEL, and same with my friend who is also a member here.

good to know. I had read otherwise on MSF, but I guess they were wrong.

Kinn

05-31-2011, 09:13 AM

Looks like the Corksport is the one to get since it also include the TIP. I like the idea that it's a solid metal piece but I was concerned about that since one person on MSF.com reported having welding build-up on the inside of the pipe and was worried it might get into the turbo. Looks like this was a one off problem.

I think Cp-e makes great products but personally I like the idea of supporting a company that's focused on the Mazda.

BTW - anyone heard anything about COBB's XLE BPV? Couldn't find much online but it looks like a quality product and was leaning towards it.

SomeGuy

05-31-2011, 10:55 AM

Incorrect, I have the CP-E short ram on my 2nd gen for about 6 months now and not a single CEL, and same with my friend who is also a member here.

+1

I have the cp-e CAI and TIH on my 2nd gen for a couple months without even a hint of issue...it's not even moody like past CAI's I've had where on certain days it just doesn't feel like there's power. My car feels the same whether it's 30 degrees out, or 5 degrees and raining.

Elusivellama

06-02-2011, 03:24 PM

When I get home, I will take a pic of my CorkSport SRI in the box, just so people have an idea of what comes with it. It's getting installed this Sat. so I might as well do it now before it goes on.

optiklenz13

06-02-2011, 04:28 PM

Downpipe, exhaust and AP. :)

horto

06-02-2011, 05:07 PM

Downpipe, exhaust and AP. :)

:bana

Elusivellama

06-02-2011, 06:53 PM

http://i853.photobucket.com/albums/ab96/Elusivellama/b363782f.jpg

Everything seems to be solidly made, high quality, no rough spots or weld defects on the inside of the intake pipe.

Iceman_F1

06-02-2011, 10:53 PM

Got AP apparently waiting for me at home...excited for when I can play around with it

starscream

06-02-2011, 11:37 PM

Got excited for when I can play around with it at home

Fixxed ;)

captobvious75

06-03-2011, 09:15 AM

Buy a Speed3 first lulz

starscream

06-04-2011, 10:57 AM

Gonna endup doing a bit more then I wanted...but thats ok

-Engine and Engine Bay Cleanup
-Install new PCV valve (Ordered)
-Intake Manifold clean
-Install Fuel Injector Seals (CPe Seals Ordered)
-Install New FI Grommets (Ordered)
-Install KMD Internals (Received)
-Install Grimmspeed BC (Received)
-Install Corksport Silicone Boost Tubes (Received)
-Install Corksport Silicone Recirculating Tube (Received)
-Get a few things changed on my tune (got some of the stuff sorted for this already)
-CV Boot Change (Ordered)
-Paint rear hatch (appt Booked)

Have to change my CV boot as there a small tear in it, so gonna change that before anything goes with it. Also theres a part on my back hatch (under the rear wiper pivot) that the paint is peeling. Gonna have that fixxed before any rust and shit.

Fun times!

horto

06-04-2011, 12:00 PM

Also theres a part on my back hatch (under the rear wiper pivot) that the paint is peeling. Gonna have that fixxed before any rust and shit.

I want to see you engine bay with the new boost tubes and stuff... you know what else would make it look cool? a FMIC :)

re: hatch paint/rust - i have the same issue. where are you taking yours to get fixed, and is it covered under any corrosion warranty/tsb?

starscream

06-04-2011, 12:47 PM

I want to see you engine bay with the new boost tubes and stuff... you know what else would make it look cool? a FMIC :)

re: hatch paint/rust - i have the same issue. where are you taking yours to get fixed, and is it covered under any corrosion warranty/tsb?

I'll getcha a pic once I get the intake stuff all done and cleaned up, I think I might go TMIC rather then a FMIC. Its cheaper and easier and not to mention cash is now slowly being diverted to the Track Monstor (picked up Kosei K1 Racing rims and Hankook RS3 tires for it).

The corrosion/paint issue IS NOT covered for me (car is at 138xxxKms) and as well when I went to the dealer that type of rust issue IS NOT covered only perforation rust, not surface (also its not even surface rust either, like theres no actual 'rust' its that the clear coat has eroded by the windshield washer fluid and the paint got brittle so yeah technicalities they are getting away with). They basically dont care about issues like this unless the car is new and all that. I was also told it could be "from winter and using the ice scraper incorrectly" WTF?! LOL but yeah not covered and no TSB for it.

I have a guy that I go to for this work. The price works for me, and I been happy with his work in the past. I am thinking I might also get my hood redone at the same time to get rid of those pesky chips that I have and a few touchups here and there. I figure I am paying for the paint and all that, cheaper to do it all now then each year go back and back and back.

loki

06-04-2011, 07:48 PM

http://i853.photobucket.com/albums/ab96/Elusivellama/b363782f.jpg

Everything seems to be solidly made, high quality, no rough spots or weld defects on the inside of the intake pipe.

after Jimmy told you take the car for a spin, your face said it all when you came back!

was nice meeting you

~ loki

Elusivellama

06-05-2011, 01:27 AM

after Jimmy told you take the car for a spin, your face said it all when you came back!

was nice meeting you

~ loki

Nice to meet you too, good tip on the rims and what to do with them, thanks for that :)

Yeah, I think I see what you guys meant by the car sounding and driving differently. Butt dyno says that it's faster than before. Before the SRI, I could only hear the engine and feel the boost. With the SRI installed, I hear this hissing/sucking noise when I get on the throttle and go into boost. That's the sound of the turbo, yes? Sounds a lot like if you blew air out of your lungs between clenched teeth. If so, I love it!!

Just half an hour ago as I was getting off the 400 to Black Creek dr., some SUV was chilling in my blind spot and keeping pace with me. People in my blind spot make me nervous, so I downshifted to 5th (I was about 3krpm by this point) and gave it about 60% throttle. BSSSSSSSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH and I'm away~

eliminator

06-05-2011, 08:31 PM

Got some mint condition RX8 wheels today. Will mount some rubber and get them on the Speed3 in the next couple of weeks.

CelestSpeed3

06-05-2011, 09:24 PM

The rest of the Cpe mounts and a TMIC are still waiting to be shipped. That's probably it for me this summer.

Next year will be the TBE.

McGuyver_3

06-05-2011, 09:41 PM

The rest of the Cpe mounts and a TMIC are still waiting to be shipped. That's probably it for me this summer.

Next year will be the TBE.

spoke with them and they told me the end of next week should be ready for ship. Been waiting since Feb for mine

fywdyl

06-06-2011, 10:34 AM

Just a heads up. For those of you that are doing a CS SRI+TIP, take caution when installing the breather hose. It rubs up against one of the tabs on the ECU cover and then it will wear out over time. Mine has a hole in it now and as a temp solution, I taped it up. In the long run thou, I'll either have to re-route it or trim the tab or put something in between the tab and the hose.

loki

06-06-2011, 12:28 PM

hey Llama. Take note so you don't wear yours out as well.

Elusivellama

06-06-2011, 02:24 PM

Thanks guys, I'll check on it after I get back home and see what I can do. Which one is the breather hose? The larger tube, or the small one?

fywdyl

06-06-2011, 02:25 PM

The larger (14mm diametre) silicone hose.

Spoolin

06-06-2011, 07:12 PM

KW coilovers
Cp-e fuel pump

Fobio

06-06-2011, 09:37 PM

we have a CP-e order coming in within 2 weeks...lemme know if you guys want a fuel pump. PM pls.

Elusivellama

06-06-2011, 09:58 PM

The larger (14mm diametre) silicone hose.

http://i853.photobucket.com/albums/ab96/Elusivellama/63e765e1.jpg

I went out just now to check on the setup of my intake. The 14mm silicone hose is nowhere near any of the squared-off tabs on the ECU cover. It only contacts two wiring tubes (the ribbed one at the top, and a slightly larger one nearer the bottom), but the hose itself is about 2" away from the ECU cover itself. Do you suppose Corksport revised the placement of the breather hose on the TIP?

fywdyl

06-06-2011, 10:01 PM

I went out just now to check on the setup of my intake. The 14mm silicone hose is nowhere near any of the squared-off tabs on the ECU cover. It only contacts two wiring tubes (the ribbed one at the top, and a slightly larger one nearer the bottom), but the hose itself is about 2" away from the ECU cover itself. Do you suppose Corksport revised the placement of the breather hose on the TIP?

Looks like they fixed the problem. Maybe I'll shoot an email to them to see if they can do something about my prob. I ended up going to Canadian Tire and I bought a foot of heater tube for $1.50, that should be sufficient for now.

starscream

06-22-2011, 10:06 PM

-Engine and Engine Bay Cleanup
-Install new PCV valve (Installed/Done)
-Intake Manifold clean (Installed/Done)
-Install Fuel Injector Seals (Installed/Done)
-Install New FI Grommets (Installed/Done)
-Install KMD Internals (Received)
-Install Grimmspeed BC (Received)
-Install Corksport Silicone Boost Tubes (Installed/Done)
-Install Corksport Silicone Recirculating Tube (Installed/Done)
-Get a few things changed on my tune (Partially Done)
-CV Boot Change (Received)
-Paint rear hatch (Installed/Done)

Green = Done
Orange = To be done soon
Black = I dunno...sometime?

starscream

12-21-2011, 10:47 PM

-Engine and Engine Bay Cleanup <-- LOL! This...yeah...hopefully sometime..
-Install new PCV valve (Installed/Done)
-Intake Manifold clean (Installed/Done)
-Install Fuel Injector Seals (Installed/Done)
-Install New FI Grommets (Installed/Done)
-Install KMD Internals (Installed/Done)
-Install Grimmspeed BC (Installed/Done)
-Install Corksport Silicone Boost Tubes (Installed/Done)
-Install Corksport Silicone Recirculating Tube (Installed/Done)
-Get a few things changed on my tune (Mostly Done now...)
-CV Boot Change (Received/Installed/Done)
-Paint rear hatch (Installed/Done)

-Winter Prep - Winterswap, Krown Coating, Fluids Topup, Lube Hinges and all that (Installed/Done)
-Install JBR Transmission Mount (Received)
-Install TWM Full Replacement Shifter + TWM SSP (Received the Shifter need the SSP still)
-Fix Oil Pressure Gauge Sensor - Aftermarket Gauge (Received)
-Oil Change - (Already have the Oil and Filters, Just gotta do it soon)

Green = Done
Orange = To be done soon
Black = I dunno...sometime?

Where you guys at with stuff to do to your rides now?