[gmazda16]

Hello Fellow MZ3 owners,

I wanted to start a project thread for my MZ3 Sedan iGrand Touring package that I am looking to upgrade. Everything is currently stock and I am looking to upgrade from exterior to interior of my vehicle.

Here is a list of things I am planning to add/upgrade in the near future.

Exterior/Appearance:

1. OEM lip kit front/side skirt
2. OEM wind visor
3. Tinted windows 35% shade
4. H11 5000k 55W HID Headlights
5. H11 3000k 35W HID Foglights
6. Mazdaspeed front badge
7. Mazdaspeed rear badge
8. Axela Mud Guard
9. Debadged trunk

Interior:
1. Axela door sill
2. 4300k LED Dome and Map bulbs


Suspension:

1. H&R Sport Springs (Front) 30mm (Rear) 45mm

Wheels/Tires:

1. Avid1 Av06 18x8.5
2. Nankang Noble Posrt NS-20 225/40/18

More to come...

Will post photos and hopefully some write up about the project.

 

[Stewie]

Wind visor ewwwwwww...

35% tints is like having none, I'd get 15% if you don't get hassled by cops too much

 

[Rdrokit]

Sounds like a great build. Just one thing you might consider is going a little wider on your tire choice as you can fit a 225 on the stock OEM 18x7.5 wheel. With an 8.5 I would put on a 245 or at least a 235.

 

[gmazda16]

Thanks!

I just lowered the car today with an H&R Sport Springs.

Looks good so far without being too low.

I'll post some pics when the weather permits...

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[gmazda16]

Here's some photos after I installed the springs. It's been raining here in Cali that's why my car is dirty.

Wheels are also here.. can't wait to get it test fitted... looking at 225/40/18 or 235/40/18.

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[gmazda16]

Got the new kicks installed and I am very happy with the way it sits. I decided to go with 225/45/18 and it sits almost flushed with the fender, sticking out slightly but that's exactly how I want it. Love the H&R drop not too low just enough to make it look aggressive and was able to use stock shocks without an issue. Rolled the rear fenders a bit just to make sure there's enough clearance.

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[BRashland]

Good looking wheels.

 

[ZoomZoom3GT]

I got 5% in rear and 20% in front I believe no problems yet

 

[ZoomZoom3GT]

@Rdrokit can you fit 225 on the stock 18x7?? I know you said 7.5 earlier

 

[Rdrokit]

@Rdrokit can you fit 225 on the stock 18x7?? I know you said 7.5 earlier

I am running 225s on the OEM 18" wheel.

 

[arathol]

225s are a bit wide for best results on a 7" rim but they will work.
If you are going with the Conti ECS, I'd stick with 205s on a 7" rim for optimum results.
The ECS may be a bit larger than other tires as far as width goes.
For instance, this is a comparison shot with two different 205 width tires, the ECS and the Dunlop Signature HP

I'd at least do some checking with your tire shop to get actual dimensions.

 

[ZoomZoom3GT]

@arathol the stocks are 215s though, hmmm ill just have to see them in person.The Michelin Pilot Sports are the ones I have decided on

 

[gmazda16]

Thanks for the compliment. FYI, I lost 4-5 mpg with my setup but got 10 points for style

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