Added a few new things to the car: an HKS Super Mega Flow intake (the old filter was a disgrace to the car so I junked the entire cheap intake), Unorthodox Racing underdrive pulley, and AWR Racing urethane side motor mount inserts.
I recently purchased this car to alleviate the stresses placed upon my "baby," the Protege, by living the typical college student life.
Difficulty:
Easy
Front bumper removal for any 1999/2000 Mazda Protege. 2001-2003 Protege's are very similar and can follow this guide.
Difficulty:
Hard
This guide shows the steps involved in swapping the 1.6L ZM-DE/automatic to a 2.0L FS-DE/manual engine and transaxle into your 1999 Mazda Protege.
Difficulty:
Easy
All 1999/2000 Mazda Protege DX/LX Protege's have tiny 9.3" front brake rotors. You can order the 1999/2000 Protege ES rotors/calipers/pads and perform a direct swap. Everything bolts up. Follow the pictures.
Here's a list of all the part numbers you need:
(1) B26K-43-900 - Proportioning Valve
(1) GAZR-33-99Z - Left Caliper
(1) GAZR-33-98Z - Right Caliper
(1) GCYD-33-23ZD - Brake Pad Set
(2) BJ1Y-33-25X - Brake Rotor