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Didn't pull dash today. I got caught up measuring/comparing stuff and coming up with a game plan. I still can not find anything holding this project back. I now plan to leave rear axle centered in its original position. I was concerned shortening wheelbase on the speed's dsc system by 3" or so...

This is what will align my engine, subframe and struts in the correct position. After I fit frame rails over existing protege rails, it will leave everything already ligned up. I have the Speed interior gutted, and am ready to pull dash today, and cut left front frame rails off. I will also...

Just some random pics... Those calipers and brake hoses are junk and not being used, just there to keep brake fluid in. Starting to cut up the Speed now... It was totaled due to the rear damage shown in pic. Bought it back for $1300

Question/opinion... If I decide to not extend rear axle back 4", what affect would that potentially have on DSC system? On turns would it think it is turning sharper than it actually is, due to shorter wheelbase? Don't want to extend rear if not needed. Let me know your very much appreciated...

Yep, going to try to keep chassis specs as close to the Speed3 as I can. And I have a running vehicle to compare/match. I want wheelbase and alignment specs as if it were a Speed3.

No question is stupid here. You bring a valid point. I have thought some about it. For one, I hate the Protege fuel tank. It is metal and once car was lowered, it rattles internally over sharp bumps at slower speeds. New ones do the same thing I guess from what I have read. So I would be happy...

In the pics, the Protege is lowered 2". The Speed is stock suspension on 235/40/18's. Keep that in mind with measurements like frame rail to ground, they are off over 2" due to the height differences. And no, the 07 Blue Speed3 GT is not the donor vehicle for this project. That's the main...

The 2000 Protege and 2007 Speed3 are very similar in a lot of ways. Wheelbase difference within an inch, overall length within an inch. Most measurements are within an inch. The obvious big difference is where the engine is placed in the vehicle. The Speed3 is set back 3" more than the Protege...

Yep, I am basically swapping bodies. Everything off speed will be used except: exterior lights, dome light, trunk light, wiper motor/linkage. And I will be using power windows/door locks off the Protege also.

Here is the Protege I am planning to do the transplant to.

Yep, I am nuts and have been called nuts many times! I am starting off in the general section first just to get any ideas from you guys, discuss shit, figure shit out, you know. Once I know project is a go, I will start a build thread. Pulling out front and rear subframes from speed today and...

I haven't been on in awhile, but I have another thread where I was going to do the same swap to a standard Mazda3 Hatch. Plans have changed. I got my Son's first car back recently. For those who don't remember my other build thread I had started is called "2005 Mazda 3 Hatchback gets DISI" I...

I have my ATR, MAP, and a good log posted for download. You are very welcome to check it out and make suggestions, or maybe it is something you will see right away. You could actually modify the map with my ATR. :) I am no dummy, but far from tuning expert...

Bandaid or not, it works flawless and I am done trying to figure it out. This is what it wants to run the afr I want, so we are both happy. :)

I just finished my other Speed and gave it to the wife. I am Speedless at the moment, so I have motivation. :)

Started back on this project. Starting to strip non Speed body of all components. It will be stripped pretty much to a bare shell with doors, hood, and hatch. Then rebuild in reverse...Once wiring, fuel tank, fuel lines, and dash are in, the rest is pretty much nuts and bolts. Kinda sad to...

Yes, triple checked everything. Not worrying about it anymore. I just command richer to get what I need. Strange, but it works. Very repeatable afr every log. Still would like to know why, but not really concerned about it anymore. Making good power for mods I have.

I have 2 Speeds, so I have swapped a few things to verify they are good, and the recirc valve was one I swapped with no change. My 09 hits commanded afr almost right on. This 07 is strange. I have a workaround that works great and consistent, but just kinda driving me crazy as to why it won't...

OEM Bypass or recirc valve