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    Thanks to MPS2NV for the comments, I'll...

    Thanks to MPS2NV for the comments, I'll definitely look into LA Sleeves: https://www.lasleeve.com/auto-high-performance/sport-compact-performance-sleeve

    I also looked into SP63, I didn't find much...
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    MPS L5 Frankenmotor

    After seeing a few other people doing this and finding there is minimal information I decided to do a write up on what I have found out through research.

    We will see if I actually get around to...
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    Part2 : 18067 I had a few distractions like...

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    I had a few distractions like removing the flex plate from the replacement motor to test out the rattle gun. I will also need to wire brush off the old thread sealer before re...
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    Mazda 6 MPS Engine swap

    I've decided to post up some details of me changing out the engine of my pandemic resto project; a Mazda 6 MPS with a busted motor which I bought to keep my occupied while I am working less than...
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    Anyone who has a BNR S1 and is interested in...

    Anyone who has a BNR S1 and is interested in fitting a GTX2860 core into it I have one for sale which I bought to do exactly this. The BNR used the sleeve core. My intention was to make lag virtually...
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    I use an ELM327 knockoff called the iCar along...

    I use an ELM327 knockoff called the iCar along with DASH-CMD on the iphone
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    I have always used optimas in my cars, sure they...

    I have always used optimas in my cars, sure they are twice the cost but the upside apart from what been discussed in this thread, if you drive on rough roads you wont break cell plates which results...
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    I am using Power Stop carbon fibre ceramic which...

    I am using Power Stop carbon fibre ceramic which I got from rock auto (RockAuto) and despite the shipping and exchange rate a set of front and rears worked out slightly cheaper than bendix plus you...
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    I've noticed this on my car after I upgraded to...

    I've noticed this on my car after I upgraded to RX8 rims running 245/40/18s. In my case I would guess that maybe the change in offset could be part of the issue, I also know my tie rods are wearing...
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    I would invest in a chain kit if you plan on...

    I would invest in a chain kit if you plan on keeping it past 200kkm
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    It's disturbing that they could have got the...

    It's disturbing that they could have got the timing wrong.
    Having always worked on cars with keyed cams and cranks this system is a bit different but if you have all the right tools it works quite...
  12. I would at least check the chain while the engine...

    I would at least check the chain while the engine is out and see how much travel is left to go on the tensioner, this will give you a clue how much life is left.
    I changed my chain two weeks ago and...
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    I just did this repair myself on my 6 MPS and...

    I just did this repair myself on my 6 MPS and it's not a quick job. It took me about 22 hours. There is more work involved as the Right side drive shaft has to be removed to get the crank lock bolt...
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