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A Split Second AFC (air fuel controller) was installed. Although this set-up negatively affects cold start-ups, it adds plenty of power when the engine is warm. The stock intake manifold was replaced with a ported manifold for better performance. The standard intercooler was changed to a much larger front mounted Corksport model along with a Corksport cold air intake. The system uses a MagnaFlow muffler for increased power. The exhaust piping was increased to 2.5 inches resulting in a much less restricted flow. The Mazdaspeed Protégé came with many features unique to this model over the base Protégé models: A 5-speed transmission was standard and this vehicle benefits from a newly added performance clutch. Although the improved specs are not known, it is obvious from driving this vehicle that a tremendous improvement is noted over the stock Mazdaspeed.

of torque at 3,500 RPMs, the enthusiast knew that a larger intercooler and a less restricted exhaust would increase these numbers and he was proven to be correct. While the stock Mazdaspeed produced 170 horsepower at 6,000 RPMs with 160 lb.-ft. The mechanical expertise shown by this aficionado is well demonstrated with this project. The automobile was never raced, or driven hard for that matter, but the results of a few changes made this car far superior to the stock Mazdaspeed models. The owner was a true enthusiast who purchased the vehicle in stock condition and addressed the few concerns that other Mazdaspeed owners commented on to make this car even better. When I traded in my car, they mentioned a very small rust spot on the back wheel well of the car, but didn't say a word about the hood! Now that I have my new car, I'm coming back for touch up paint for the inevitable chip.2003 Mazda MAZDASPEED Protege It was only in 2003 that Mazda produced the Protégé Mazdaspeed model and this vehicle is, we are sure, the most outstanding example of this fine automobile. I have zero bodywork experience, but I grinded and body filled the bad areas and used ATU's primer, paint, and clear coat to finish the job. There were huge rust spots and holes in the hood of the car. Bryan P, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from CT It's great to have a one stop source for auto touch up paint. Clear coat was smooth as silk, quick drying, and run free. Perfect color match, easy application with a little blue tape and newspaper to redo plastic mirrors, trim, and door handles. Richard B, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Orlando, FL Follow the directions, and you can't go wrong. These product's make this so easy and quick. I thought I would try to make it look better for how cheap I could do it on my own. My 2003 Mazda door handles had lost paint and looked old.

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Plus received it quickly - thanks much! Brent, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from South Carolina Perfect match - better than the touch-up paint I received from the dealer (who ordered it from Mazda). And of course tell others.īret Bevilacqua Thomas B, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Neenah, WI

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We decided to give the body work a go rather than spend money on a professional job. My daughter's 2003 Mazda Protege started to show some rusty spots plus a few dings here and there. This the 2nd time I ordered paint from them - excellent match.better than the Dealer! Lyle W, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Carbondale, IL Tom B, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Neenah, WI Need improvement for your process handling. Chih-Sian C, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Allentown, PA The vehicle in question had been a college student's car previously and had a few color dings and bumper cover scrapes that were easily taken care of to greatly improve the appearance of this ride. Here's what our customers are saying about our Touch Up Paint: Alec P, owner of a 2003 Mazda Protege from Blue Springs, MOĪutomotive Touchup once again provided a product that was a high quality color match with a quick delivery time.