Looking for some solid advice - 2010 MS3

[SpeedMak]

Hello all,

I've had my MS3 now for almost 2 years, an so far I've added a CAI from AEM, HKS SSQV II BOV (set to recirc) and I just installed a Racing Beat Cat Back Exhaust. Shortly before I installed the exhaust I found that the car would bog down under load and since the exhaust it's dissipated and rarely happens now.

My question is this (looking for some sold advice)

I think I'm not doing my mods in the right order and Im afraid that one day I won't be zoom zooming anymore but instead going zoom zoom boom!

What would. You all suggest as the correct order or what I need to ensure that I have? I'm hearing that I need to upgrade my fuel pump, add the down pipe and then tune with the Cobb AP.

Can anyone confirm this for me? I'm new to a car with a turbo. I don't mind spending the money if it's going to be worth it.

Can anyone point me in the right direction? Any and all help/advice is greatly appreciated.

[Impressive]

I don't own a Speed, but reading through the Mod Path guides would be really beneficial for you.

You should get an AP first, then fuel pump, then down pipe according the guides. If you drive a first generation Speed your fuelling logic is more capable with the stock fuel pump as opposed to Gen2s which have different fuelling logic.

Make sure you get the AP and set a tune for yourself that includes your current mods, then run it until you can afford HPFP/Downpipe.

I'm sure some Speed owners will chime in here shortly for you.

Also, you should consider investing in a rear motor mount (RMM). Most Speed owners will tell you the difference in shifting feel is day and night.

[SpeedMak]

Thats what I'm hoping! Fellow MS3 owners! I seek the advice!

I'm ready to purchase the AP, HPFP & Downpipe. I just want to make sure what the best one to with is. From what reading it seems to be the CPE HPFP, COBB AP & Downpipe. If someone suggests an alternate the HPFP and Downpipe, I'm all eyes to this thread!

[Impressive]

Thats what I'm hoping! Fellow MS3 owners! I seek the advice!

I'm ready to purchase the AP, HPFP & Downpipe. I just want to make sure what the best one to with is. From what reading it seems to be the CPE HPFP, COBB AP & Downpipe. If someone suggests an alternate the HPFP and Downpipe, I'm all eyes to this thread!

Some people like to use CP-E stuff, but for the AP, definitely Cobb.

Good luck with your tuning! :thumbsup

[loki]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?60967-MS3-Mods-Directory-Must-Know-information

[SpeedMak]

So based on what I'm reading:

1. AP
2. HPFP
3. Downpipe
4. Turbo Inlet Hose
5. CBE - done
6. Upgrade BOV - done

Am I reading & understanding it correctly?

[rzapata]

1. AP
2. HPFP
3. Intake/TIP
4. Exhaust
5. Downpipe
6. BPV

At least that's what I feel is the safest.

[Elusivellama]

1. AP
2. HPFP
3. Intake/TIP
4. Exhaust
5. Downpipe
6. BPV

At least that's what I feel is the safest.

+1, along with flashing the appropriate stage 1 and stage 2 maps (go search the cobb website and read up on the map database), followed by a custom protune. Stage 1 at #3, Stage 2 at #5.

Also, in addition to reading the link provided by Loki, READ THIS (Cobb recommended upgrade path) (http://accessecu.com/support/docs/support/AP-MAZ-002/2010%20MS3%20Support.pdf) <- Also in the link provided by Loki, but I feel that it directly addresses your concern

[SpeedMak]

Yes. I was reading the link. It was very helpful.

When I do these upgrades, are there any engine internals I should be doing at te same time that would be mandatory or would you feel that I'd be safe for now with just what we have listed?

[Mr Wilson]

Should be fine on stock engine internals, especially if staying with the K04 turbo.

[SKYMP3]

Yes. I was reading the link. It was very helpful.

When I do these upgrades, are there any engine internals I should be doing at te same time that would be mandatory or would you feel that I'd be safe for now with just what we have listed?

Buy an AP and do some logs....that's where you find your answer. :)

Get the AP and upgrade the HPFP before putting the exhaust on.

[SpeedMak]

The exhaust and bov and cai are already on. Bov and cai have been on for almost 2 years and the exhaust I put on about 2 weeks ago.

I just ordered up the ap, dp, inlet pipe and HPFP. Now I just gotto find a good place to do the install.

[loki]

The exhaust and bov and cai are already on. Bov and cai have been on for almost 2 years and the exhaust I put on about 2 weeks ago.

I just ordered up the ap, dp, inlet pipe and HPFP. Now I just gotto find a good place to do the install.

?

[SpeedMak]

Access port, downpipe, turbo inlet pipe, fuel pump. All ordered

[loki]

Access port, downpipe, turbo inlet pipe, fuel pump. All ordered

where did you order all those parts from?

Direct from the manufacturer?

[S.F.W.]

Access port, downpipe, turbo inlet pipe, fuel pump. All ordered
I would recommend Street Performance or Mspeed for installation.

[loki]

while you're on the rampage, you shouldn't forget suspension

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?56400-FS-KW-V2-coilovers-like-new&p=912484&viewfull=1#post912484

[zzz3]

Access port, downpipe, turbo inlet pipe, fuel pump. All ordered

baller!
http://alltheragefaces.com/img/faces/jpg/neutral-monocle.jpg

please sir, can you buy me some konis? charity towards serfs like me who dont own speeds is an important spiritual aspect of the mod path. fobio just forgot to mention it.

[PR3Y11]

baller!
http://alltheragefaces.com/img/faces/jpg/neutral-monocle.jpg

please sir, can you buy me some konis? charity towards serfs like me who dont own speeds is an important spiritual aspect of the mod path. fobio just forgot to mention it.

:chuckle

@op, if you're able to do all that in one shot, i'd say just take it all the way

[SpeedMak]

I wish I could but these mods just killed my budget plus I'm afraid of my wife :P. If se only knew what I was doing.

I just put some Eibach springs on when I did the exhaust plus I has to buy new rubber for the summe look ad the alignment kit with the springs. How much you asking again?

[SpeedMak]

I spent all my money on this stuff. I think I forgot to pay the hydro. Power just went out!

[SpeedMak]

Just one more quick question. When all the work is done, do you guys think it's better to have the BOV set to recirc, or would you recommend it set to VTA?

[SpeedMak]

where did you order all those parts from?

Direct from the manufacturer?

No. I ordered through a friend of mine. Gave him the info and he said he would handle it.

[Mr Wilson]

No VTA. Recirc.

Know what brand your buddy will order from?

[SpeedMak]

No VTA. Recirc.

Thanks! Just wanted to make sure.

[MarineMazda]

Well I would suggest the COBB AP first as this can Tune your car to run properly, followed shortly by internals the DP. This is my opinion but I am sure most will agree! You definitely need internals before the DP is intalled. and an AP would help monitor things.

[Thrizzl3]

baller for real..

[MarineMazda]

Sorry still trying to figure the forum layout out... looks like your question was already answered and i overlooked it LMAO

[Fack_Dude]

Yo. I wished i could afford all that shit for my speed. Your a baller bro! ;)

[Fack_Dude]

Does that 3m stuff you got on the car give you added hp too??? Mad props to you bro. Lol

[boyracer]

So which Bank did you hit up?
What narcotic do you sell?

[SpeedMak]

Lol. No. It's going in on Wednesday to have that done. I was gonna wrap the whole car, but I decided to just dote good and roof.

[SpeedMak]

So which Bank did you hit up?
What narcotic do you sell?

Lol no bank and no narcotics. If that was the case I be doing more to the car than what I am.

[zzz3]

Does that 3m stuff you got on the car give you added hp too??? Mad props to you bro. Lol

apparently it gives 400 at the wheels.
http://i.imgur.com/kxIoQ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/3yncU.jpg

[Fack_Dude]

apparently it gives 400 at the wheels.
http://i.imgur.com/kxIoQ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/3yncU.jpg

It does bro! Thats my car lol

[zzz3]

It does bro! Thats my car lol

you wish.

wer dem sexy pink fogz at brah?

[Fack_Dude]

If you ever wanna go for ride let me know. ;)

[Booostin]

If you ever wanna go for ride let me know. ;)

Just dont run ne red lights bro :D

[zzz3]

If you ever wanna go for ride let me know. ;)

don't flirt with my heart, i will take you up on that offer lol!

[Fack_Dude]

don't flirt with my heart, i will take you up on that offer lol!

Anytime bro. Just pm me ;)

[Darkice]

ya id like to know as well , not sure which fuel pump is the best one for the speed?
thanks everyone :)

where did you order all those parts from?

Direct from the manufacturer?

[Fack_Dude]

ya id like to know as well , not sure which fuel pump is the best one for the speed?
thanks everyone :)

The walbro 250 fuel pump ;)

[Darkice]

thanks man , and which website? il be buying from street unit if necesary but im gettin a few things from corksport ;)
lol want some pink fogs ;)

The walbro 250 fuel pump ;)

[Fack_Dude]

Dude. Its cp-e who makes the pump!

[Fack_Dude]

Research the forum and you will get the info that you need. Dont ask questions without reading your going to make speed brothers mad.

[Darkice]

lmao ya i found it and thanks

Dude. Its cp-e who makes the pump!

[Fack_Dude]

Just read info then ask questions

[Thrizzl3]

FFS...

[zzz3]

FFS...

who makes the best FFS?

thanks everyone.

[zzz3]

Anytime bro. Just pm me ;)

http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/4042/0fa2317e906b4b3d88e79cbx.jpg

[SpeedMak]

Finally! Picked up my downpipe and AP on Wednesday. Just waiting on the Inlet pipe and HPFP. So anxious to get my hands on the rest of the stuff! Can't wait to get it all bolted on and tuned!