Proton Flip Key Remote Control Conversion

Most remote control key fobs found on newer cars (especially luxury models) such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen etc. are now flip type. Some bread and butter models do come with flip remote control keys, and I'm sure many of you would like one for your car as well!

Why would you want one? First you got to admit it looks cooler than the standard Proton Key Fob. Second, great space saving! I usually keep my Proton Saga FLX's key in my pocket, and they tend to poke around and it feels uncomfortable especially when sitting down. Also, sometimes they scratch my phone if they are sharing the same pocket. Third, did I mention it looks cool?

Disassembling: this flip key remote control conversion kit works for Proton Saga BLM, Saga FL, Saga FLX, Saga SV, Proton Persona, Proton Gen-2. 

As I was browsing through the internet, I found a flip key conversion kit made for Proton cars! Specially, this conversion kit works for Proton Saga BLM, Saga FL, Saga FLX, Saga SV, Proton Persona, Proton Savvy, Proton Satria Neo, Proton Waja, Proton Gen-2, and other Proton cars that have the similar remote control chip placement. The Proton flip key conversion kit even comes with key screw Proton Logo sticker and slot for your immobiliser!

Left: Proton Waja immobiliser key fob. My original Proton Saga FLX's key fob was broken after only 4 months! The plastic casing was loose and the plastic holding the key broke.  Right: Proton Flip Key aftermarket conversion.

The build quality of the Proton flip key remote control fob isn't top notch, as minor modifications are required to fit my Proton Saga FLX key. The top of the remote holder needs to be trimmed off or else the cover would not fully fit. Minor issue there. One thing I really dislike is the red and green buttons. They should include an all black option! Apart from that, there are small gaps at the side of the Proton flip key, but otherwise the build is still pretty solid and cool!

Great space saving! Doesn't poke you when you put into your pants, or scratch your phone if your phone happen to share the same pocket.

Did I mention I bought it for only USD15 including shipping? I ordered it online and got it delivered for free from China. There are local sellers selling it as well though, but they are selling it for RM65-75 (slightly over 20 US dollars)  the last time I checked. If you have 3 weeks to wait, I would recommend ordering yourself as it is simply cheaper.

This flip key remote control conversion kit works for Proton Saga BLM, Saga FL, Saga FLX, Saga SV, Proton Persona, Proton Gen-2. 

1990s Proton Saga convertible and Proton Saga Iswara station wagon

A custom made 1990s Proton Saga convertible. Not sure if this can be categorised as a convertible as there does not seem to be any mechanism to bring up a roof. Anyone have the whole story behind this Proton Saga with its roof removed?

How about a Proton Saga Iswara station wagon? This one looks like it was nicely done! 

And another Proton Iswara convertible, but this time for autoshow purpose.

Proton Saga FL/FLX/BLM to BMW M3 E92

You have seen it all, Proton Saga BLM to Subaru Impreza WRX STI, Replica Proton R3 conversions, Proton Saga FLX Thai Expo style body kits, various insane body kit conversion and wide body kits. How about something refreshing, a Proton Saga BLM converted to a BMW M3, with a Toyota Altezza style rear? Kudos to the owner!

The real BMW M3

Very close and nicely done!

Close enough!

Close enough meme for the above failed
Proton Saga BLM to BMW conversion

Credits to http://autoshowpic.blogspot.com for the images.

Keywords: Proton Saga FLX+ body kit, Proton Saga FLX body kit, Proton Saga FL body kit, Proton Saga BLM body kit, Proton Saga convert BMW M3

Proton Preve steering on other Proton cars

Proton Preve steering on other Proton cars, specifically my Proton Saga FLX! Since I bought the cheapest spec version, it came without the leather steering wheel, which gets slippery at times and feels rather uncomfortable. To get the original steering wrapped outside, I was quoted anywhere from RM350 to RM400! So instead, I got the Proton Preve leather steering wheel, at a fraction of the price.

Sorry to disappoint you but the cruise control and paddleshifters don't work! The stereo will work if wired to the media player though!

The steering only took a while to install, and it is plug and play on many other Proton cars such as the Proton Wira, Waja, Persona, and Gen-2.

Proton Saga FLX Campro 1.3 to 1.6 conversion

Proton Campro 1.3 convert to 1.6

Do you own a 1.3-Litre Campro Proton Saga FLX, Saga BLM, Saga FL, or Satria Neo? You can actually convert the 1300CC Campro engine to 1600CC Campro and get an extra 300cc! What does this extra 300cc of Campro power bring you? Well for starters, with the Campro 1.3 convert to 1.6, you will get about 14 extra horsepower and 30Nm of torque. No replacement for displacement! Essentially other parts are the same, the injectors and throttle body are also the same.

So what would you need to stroke the 1.3 Campro to 1.6? The stroker kit would consist of: Campro 1.6 crankshaft, Campro 1.6 conrods and pistons. All these can be bought easily on Mudah.my and sells for below RM2,000. Along with the main Campro 1.6-Litre stroker parts, you would need new engine bearings and piston rings, which would cost a few hundred. The whole 1.3-Litre to 1.6-Litre Campro conversion costs RM2,500-3,000 inclusive of labour. Was it worth it? Totally!

Note: The 1.6-Litre Campro pistons and 1.3-Litre pistons have a different head design, with the 1600cc giving a lower compression while the 1.3-Litre has a higher compression. The conrod lengths are also different.

Proton Campro technical specifications

	1.3 L CAMPRO IAFM	1.6 L CAMPRO IAFM	1.6 L CAMPRO	1.6 L CAMPRO CPS	1.6 L CAMPRO CFE
Valve mechanism	16-Valve DOHC	16-Valve DOHC	16-Valve DOHC	16-Valve CPS DOHC	16-Valve CFE DOHC
Total displacement	1,322 cc	1,597 cc	1,597 cc	1,597 cc	1,561 cc
Bore	76 mm (3.0 in)	76 mm (3.0 in)	76 mm (3.0 in)	76 mm (3.0 in)	76 mm (3.0 in)
Stroke	73.4 mm (2.9 in)	88 mm (3.5 in)	88 mm (3.5 in)	88 mm (3.5 in)	86 mm (3.4 in)
Max output (/rpm)	70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp) /6000	80.5 kW (109 PS; 108 hp) /5750	82 kW (111 PS; 110 hp) /6000	93 kW (126 PS; 125 hp) /6500	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) /5000
Max torque (/rpm)	120 N·m (Template:Convert/lb•ft) /4000	150 N·m (Template:Convert/lb•ft) /4000	148 N·m (Template:Convert/lb•ft) /4000	150 N·m (Template:Convert/lb•ft) /4500	205 N·m (Template:Convert/lb•ft) /2000-4000
Fuel type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol

2012 Proton Saga FLX bolt on turbo

Running on a Subaru TD04. Fueling is helped a little with Works Fuel Pressure Regulator

Here is my own 2012 Proton Saga FLX bolt on turbo. Currently running without management, still able to boost up to 0.4 bar (albeit with bad fuel consumption). Saving up for a Haltech Sprint 500 standalone! To complement the power, a new semi-racing clutch will be dropped in. Next is to upgrade the brake system to a double servo pump, and better brake pads. The car is currently running on a lowered spring setup (Sapura sports spring) which is sufficient for daily usage. Overall quite satisfied with this bolt on turbo Saga FLX setup, as the sound emitted is not too loud, and sounds like a standard ride. Even my intercooler is well hidden inside, as I intend to achieve a sleeper look.

Proton Saga FLX bolt on turbo with subtle intercooler. Looks stock! 

Final objective will be to stroke it to 1600cc with new crankshaft, forged conrods and forged pistons; aiming at about 200whp! For a little car like this it is more than enough.

Enjoy the pictures. Any question feel free to comment!

Some FAQ I got from fellow Campro mod enthusiasts:

1) Can the Campro engine cope without management?
Not advisable  but as long as you don't boost recklessly you can drive it fine with occasional boost (not more than 0.4-0.5 bar, according to several tuners).  The car runs fine, nearly 2 months and counting. No problems encountered so far, except that my stock clutch is already slipping :)

2) Why don't you install management?
Campro's ECU runs on a closed loop system, so it will override piggy-back management such as E-manage (some had success with Works EMS-1 though). I plan to just use a standalone like Haltech Sprint 500. This Haltech Sprint 500 standalone ECU cost about RM4,000-5,000 with installation, tuning, and dyno. Planning to drop in the internals together.

3) What is the estimated horsepower without management?
I'm not going to lie and tell you fancy stories, since mine is only 1.3-litre my butt dyno tells me the car's current whp is about 90whp, albeit wtih much more torque.

4) Are forged internals even available for the Campro? How much?
Yes they are, CP forged pistons go for about RM2k+, and custom made forged conrods about RM1k+.

5) After bolt on turbo what is your top speed?
Unfortunately bolt on turbo doesn't modify my gear ratio. My current top speed on this Saga FLX is about 190km/h.

6) What is your fuel consumption without management?
When it was stock my FC was 10-11km/L (abysmal figure). After bolt on turbo, FC stands at about 8-10km/L (depending on how much I boost).

7) How much did you spend for this bolt on turbo project?
About RM2,800, without labour.

Proton Saga FLX 1.3 Manual Bolt on Turbo

It has a been a while; although I just got the car for around 7 months, I decided to add on a bolt on turbo system to the car.

The 1.3L Campro is running on a TD04 from a Subaru (13T if I'm not mistaken). Didn't boost much, as the management is still not installed yet. Planning to go for Works EMS! Overall the project was cost efficient and neat, running on 2 inch custom made intercooler piping.

Will post the updates after I have managed to dyno tune the car! For more mean time, enjoy my small bolt on turbo 1.3L Campro Proton Saga FLX!

UPDATE: Fuel efficiency without any manage is at 8-10km/L. Not too bad. Managed to get 12-13km/L at one point (believe it or not!) by tuning the fuel pressure regulator, but the ECU adjusted and it went back to "normal".

Proton Saga FL R3 Custom Bodykit

Check out this sweet R3 custom made body kit! Front bumper has its design from a Satria Neo R3 lower bumper. Very good workmanship and well integrated, no signs of Ah Beng (rice) detected. I would have believed it if you told me this came stock from the factory!

Check out the R3 rims! This rims actually remind me of Nissan GTR's rim! The design is almost similar. The offset and stance suits the Proton Saga FL / FLX very well.

One little quirk; the bumper isn't aligned properly at the number plate area, you can see there is a slight curve and gap on the right. Could be an angle problem though. Overall this is a very sporty bumper! Hope they have PU versions for sale soon :).


More pictures and credits to: Kamarul’s Saga SE R3.
Source: http://paultan.org/2011/02/13/proton-saga-se-r3-concept-by-reader-kamarul-xy/

Proton Saga BLM / FL Turbo kits!

With the recent launch of the Proton Preve, let us take a look at the potential for turbocharging Proton's more cost effective vehicles. The Saga BLM and FL/FLX, with a capacity of 1.3L to 1.6L, proves to be a reliable lightweight, daily drive machine. However, by retrofitting it with a turbo kit, boosting at a modest 1.1 bar, the Proton Saga's Campro engine awakens and becomes a total beast! This prime example shows a stock 1.3L Proton Saga BLM converted to 1.6L using a stroker kit. With metal head gasket, and a bolt on turbo kit, this Saga BLM turbo dyno-ed at GT Auto Sunway with 190whp and 290Nm of torque! Quite impressive compared to the Proton Preve don't you think?