Bug Deflector

[Zoom5Zoom]

Heya

Got the new Mazda Bug Deflector today. Only took 35 min to install. Looks fine. A highway test no vibs or noticible noise either.
Cost about 75 Bux Canadian.

[Wuster]

Nice...

Does it attach to the hood with two sided tape or by screws?

I'd like to get on as well. The only think Mazda sells in the US for hood protection is a front mask.

You guys get all the cool accessories up there...

[Kid Red]

Hmm, worried about it discoloring the paint job, but I'd like to see more pics, day time ones maybe? Looks kinda cool, but hard to tell.

Are we going to get this in the US?

[MyZmZm]

Wuster - It comes with bump stops that you place on your hood (to prevent it from rubbing on the hood and thereby causing the paint to wear away and rust to form), and where the clips slip over the edge of the hood, there is tape that you put on the hood. You do no drilling at all; where the weather-stripping runs along the edge of the hood, there are clips/plugs that 'fasten' it to the hood. You simply remove two of these plugs, and replace them with washers and screws to hold the hood deflector onto the car. Very easy to put on/take off.

Kid Red - I've had mine on the car for nearly 4 years now, and I can assure you there is no discolouration whatsoever.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/MyZmZm/temp/Deflector1.jpg

http://www.msprotege.com/members/MyZmZm/temp/Deflector2.jpg

To my knowledge, the deflector is only available in Canada. Like Zoom5zoom said, they're about $75CA.

I realize I've got a protege5, but they all mount basically the same way.

[Zoom5Zoom]

hope to have day time pics next week. As for the reply above it has the same style bumpers and plastic clips for support.

FYI looks better on a Mazda 5 not a Protege 5 lol.......

If you pre pay shipping I can have one to ya from canada next week...let me know.

[mazdaFIVEmike]

Heya

Got the new Mazda Bug Deflector today. Only took 35 min to install. Looks fine. A highway test no vibs or noticible noise either.
Cost about 75 Bux Canadian.

Are those the stock rims on your 5? If not, you got a pic of them?

[Wuster]

Wuster - It comes with bump stops that you place on your hood (to prevent it from rubbing on the hood and thereby causing the paint to wear away and rust to form), and where the clips slip over the edge of the hood, there is tape that you put on the hood. You do no drilling at all; where the weather-stripping runs along the edge of the hood, there are clips/plugs that 'fasten' it to the hood. You simply remove two of these plugs, and replace them with washers and screws to hold the hood deflector onto the car. Very easy to put on/take off.

Kid Red - I've had mine on the car for nearly 4 years now, and I can assure you there is no discolouration whatsoever.

To my knowledge, the deflector is only available in Canada. Like Zoom5zoom said, they're about $75CA.

I realize I've got a protege5, but they all mount basically the same way.

Cool, so it's the same set up I have on my Honda CRV. When I was searching for a bug deflector for the CRV, I came across several that attaches with two sided tape. Which prevents you from removing it to wash and wax the hood underneath.

It works great on the CRV and I haven't experience any color fade or anything issues.

Dang it. I may have to sneak across the border and get one... :)

[Zoom5Zoom]

Mike

The rims are just wheel covers from our local Canadian Tire Store. Set of 4 cost 32 bux. I get asked all the time. Hope u like em.

[jammer]

Hi zoom5zoom, can you please tell me where you got your deflector? I'm in Ottawa also, and the dealer I bought it from keeps telling me that they don't know if/when Mazda's making them. Obviously the deflector does exist! :rolleyes:
Thanks very much!

[Greenridge]

Hi zoom5zoom, can you please tell me where you got your deflector? I'm in Ottawa also, and the dealer I bought it from keeps telling me that they don't know if/when Mazda's making them. Obviously the deflector does exist! :rolleyes:
Thanks very much!

Hey Jammer

Go to Performance Mazda in Orleans. Ask for Brian. He can hook you up with all the Mazda 5 accessories. He helped me out with mine.

[jammer]

Done and done! (cabpatch) Thanks Greenridge. Brian's super cool and helped me out even though I didn't buy the car from him. Same goes for the dealership too, I'm impressed. (thumb)

[mazdaFIVEmike]

Mike

The rims are just wheel covers from our local Canadian Tire Store. Set of 4 cost 32 bux. I get asked all the time. Hope u like em.

For 32 bux to cover up the steel on your winter tires - is one helluva a deal - they do look good. Thanks for the pics! Luckily I don't need to pull the switch for the winter here in Victoria.

[Zoom5Zoom]

Thanks Jammer....anytime. (first)

Mike I can send ya some snow friend :)

Here are some new pics as promissed

[Kid Red]

I wish I could see a pic of this on a light colored 5 outside in the sun. So $75 USA? How much to ship to Florida?

Anyone know about the bra? Do they really discolor your hood? DO you really have to take if completely off and let it completely dry after every time is gets wet? I live in Florida, so if true, I might as well not even where it 2-3 months during the rainy season. But I like the bra looks.

I also want a stubby antenna. I hate the tall chopstick looking one we have now.

[canadianexpress]

I wish I could see a pic of this on a light colored 5 outside in the sun. So $75 USA? How much to ship to Florida?

Anyone know about the bra? Do they really discolor your hood? DO you really have to take if completely off and let it completely dry after every time is gets wet? I live in Florida, so if true, I might as well not even where it 2-3 months during the rainy season. But I like the bra looks.

I also want a stubby antenna. I hate the tall chopstick looking one we have now.

Hi Kid Red

Yes the bra will cause discolouration. Also when you have dirt trap underneath, it can act like a sandpaper. Highly not recommened.

[Zoom5Zoom]

Kid

I bet a stubby is availible for the 5. Check with them wantabee's the Mazda 3 types :)

[Wuster]

Hi Kid Red

Yes the bra will cause discolouration. Also when you have dirt trap underneath, it can act like a sandpaper. Highly not recommened.

Yup, had that problem with a the bra. I bought one for the first new car I ever bought. A sliver Ford Probe GT, and it turned the paint on the hood (that was under the bra) into a milky white color.

(pissed)

[Wuster]

hope to have day time pics next week. As for the reply above it has the same style bumpers and plastic clips for support.

FYI looks better on a Mazda 5 not a Protege 5 lol.......

If you pre pay shipping I can have one to ya from canada next week...let me know.

So Zoom5Zoom,

You can (or would be willing to) ship one down here to the States?

How much is the bug deflector (in US$) and how much would shipping be to Washington, DC?

[Kid Red]

Thanks for the heads up on the bra. Sad, they look cool.

So, how much to ship this bug guard to Florida? And I assume it's not a permanent install right?

[Zoom5Zoom]

Heya Kid

I have taken a new shot of deflector in the sun as requested.

[Kid Red]

Zoom- Yea saw it in the other thread, much easier to visualize, much appreciated :)

[Zoom5Zoom]

Kidred

We will ship it to ya. I will send private email with contact info.:)

[Kid Red]

Yea, I got it. I've been holding off and just looked at it again when it occurred to me that the Canadian version 5 is different around the hood and grill and wondered if the big deflector would work on the US version?

[Zoom5Zoom]

wonder where it is different.... shouldn't be. Can you send me a pic of the front end to shake my memory.... thanks

[Wuster]

Zoom,

Who is the manufacture of the bug shield? I still can't find one down here Virigina.

[Newf]

stay far away from bra's.....well, you know what I mean :)

I've been using these deflectors on my car now for at least 10 years. Bra's were a pain. Dirt gets under them, scratches your paint, paint fades etc. You are not supposed to leave a bra on 24/7. The original idea of a bra was for long trips but of course people are lazy and leave it on. The deflector does a great job with keeping rock chips off the hood. I won't even buy a car now without one. I don't think I have one rock chip on my hood yet....knock on wood. And I live in a place that uses sand on the roads in the winter.

I've also got the same winter rims....lol!

[Kid Red]

wonder where it is different.... shouldn't be. Can you send me a pic of the front end to shake my memory.... thanks

You know, I think I got the Euro 5 and the Canadian 5 mixed up. Your front end is like ours, it;s the Euro one that has the lesser cross pieces on the grill.

So to confirm, tape on the hood is required? What's the long term damage from that? I'm weary of tape, same goes for those window visors- they are tape on also.

[was98strat]

has anyone tried the clear 3M tape that you can apply for the same effect? It's a clear vinyl that you apply to the front edge of the hood and bumper area? Looks like a good idea to me.

[mazdaFIVEmike]

You know, I think I got the Euro 5 and the Canadian 5 mixed up. Your front end is like ours, it;s the Euro one that has the lesser cross pieces on the grill.

So to confirm, tape on the hood is required? What's the long term damage from that? I'm weary of tape, same goes for those window visors- they are tape on also.


Hey KidRed - I had that clear tape on the bug deflector I had on my VW Golf for 7 years before a big rock smashed my entire shield. When I took the tape off there was a bit of sticky residue that was very stubborn to wash off - but with a little 'goo-gone' it came off and you would have never known it was there.

Does anyone know if they make a clear deflector?

[Kid Red]

Mike- THanks for the chime in, good to know. The Goo-Gone didn't damage the paint or clear coat either?

Anyone else have the bug deflector? I have the Silver 5 and was wondering what a dark plastic deflector would look like.

[TheMAN]

hope to have day time pics next week. As for the reply above it has the same style bumpers and plastic clips for support.

FYI looks better on a Mazda 5 not a Protege 5 lol.......

If you pre pay shipping I can have one to ya from canada next week...let me know.

not sure what you're talking about ;)
http://web2.airmail.net/theman/hooddefs.jpg

[mazdaFIVEmike]

Mike- THanks for the chime in, good to know. The Goo-Gone didn't damage the paint or clear coat either?

Anyone else have the bug deflector? I have the Silver 5 and was wondering what a dark plastic deflector would look like.


Not that I recall - it was quite awhile ago now but I did make sure I didn't use too much and then washed the car right away. For the record - It was a light blue metallic paint.

[Kid Red]

That's cool, good to know.

So anymore pics? I'm hoping to see some good shots of this installed on a silver 5.

[Medicman]

I just installed my deflector last week. It was an original Mazda part from the dealer and was a better deflector than the one for my old Ford Focus.
The tape is supplied where the clips attach and it is quality stuff...
Cheaper than the one for my wifes 2000 civic ( $125.00 )
By the way, my 5 is black so the black deflector looks cool !

[Zoom5Zoom]

Would love to see a pic of the black on black.....

[canadianexpress]

I just bought the deflector for my cardinal red, but probably will install it this weekend (hopefully). Will post pics when it is ready.

[Rac3rX]

Be worried about the little rubber things that go on the hood to insure the deflector doesnt come in contact with the hood (The "Bump stops"), they leve little circle dents in the hood in there shape from when the deflector hits them , did so on my Protege, and I took the thing off before I hit 1000klm

What ever you do DONT put one on the direct center on the hood (On the line) put it off center, if put there 100% you will have a fucked up center line.

They arnt very noticeable, but I KNOW they are there, but F-this hood when I get a CF one.

[Fastmak]

Hey there Medicman!!! Do you know what the Mazda part # is for the bug deflector??? My dealer said there wasn't one available for the Mazda 5... Sure would appreciate it!!!

Thanks in advance!!!

Fastmak :-)

[Medicman]

Hey there Medicman!!! Do you know what the Mazda part # is for the bug deflector??? My dealer said there wasn't one available for the Mazda 5... Sure would appreciate it!!!

Thanks in advance!!!

Fastmak :-)
I'll get back to you !

[Fastmak]

I'll get back to you !


Thanks!!!

Fastmak :-)

[Medicman]

okay.. part # MAD 0000-86-OM5A-04
Hope that helps...

[Fastmak]

okay.. part # MAD 0000-86-OM5A-04
Hope that helps...

Thank you very much!! We are supposed to get our Mazda 5 this week and would like to order a deflector right away...

Fastmak :-)

[ntron1]

Anybody try this?

www.magnetbra.com

I just ordered one cause the mazda dealer won't ship the bug thing to the USA.

[Wuster]

Interesting. Would love to see a picture and hear about your experiences with it.

[Rac3rX]

Have a Canadian Oder it for you and ship it. There are a few of us on the boards.

Im sure the dealership here would even have it in stock, so no you only need to wait for it to be shipped from them to you.

There is a dtealershit, 2min from me, I can check prices and availibility for you if interested.

[Kid Red]

THat magnetic thing looks cool, so you can quickly take it off every day if needed? I'd like to see pics when you get it.

[ntron1]

Have a Canadian Oder it for you and ship it. There are a few of us on the boards.

Im sure the dealership here would even have it in stock, so no you only need to wait for it to be shipped from them to you.

There is a dtealershit, 2min from me, I can check prices and availibility for you if interested.

Thanks! Actually, I could have had it picked up and driven to me by some friends coming from Montreal in 2 weeks but wanted to try the magnet so the decision to buy was easy. The PA Turnpike here is notorious for sandblasting hoods and windshields so I have to use something.

[Wuster]

Yup! I 2nd that.

I just drove from Breezewood to New Stanton, and there was all sorts of crap flying around on the road. Most was kicked up by the truckers, but alot of it was from the "construction" on the turnpike.

You gotta love turnpike construction. Two miles of cones and 15 ft of actual work.

I'm taking I-68 home.

[JT_Driver]

okay.. part # MAD 0000-86-OM5A-04
Hope that helps...

Thanks for the part number. Just got my Red GT on Monday and asked the dealer last week for the cost of the bug deflector and he said there wasn't one.

I took mine in to get tinted on Wednesday and saw a pamphlet for something called Stoneshield by Avery Dennison. It is a protective film installed on the hood as an alternative to the Bug Deflector. Supposed to be virtually invisible, will not alter the appearance of the vehicle and comes with a 3 year warranty.

Spoke to the dealer and he said the cost was $150 for 12 inch shield and about $200 for 24 inch.

Has anyone seen this or heard about it? Let me know what your thoughts are.

[Rac3rX]

I never really like to get anything done at the Stealership.

They know how to talk shit!

[JT_Driver]

I never really like to get anything done at the Stealership.

They know how to talk shit!

I meant the dealer of the Stoneshield treatment. Same place that did my tinting.

[Medicman]

Heres mine , black on black.

81722

[TheMAN]

looks awesome on my sp23 too (first)

0000-86-SPM3-04 installed on march 2nd:

[Medicman]

looks awesome on my sp23 too (first)

0000-86-SPM3-04 installed on march 2nd:

Very nice !

[canadianexpress]

Thanks for the part number. Just got my Red GT on Monday and asked the dealer last week for the cost of the bug deflector and he said there wasn't one.

I took mine in to get tinted on Wednesday and saw a pamphlet for something called Stoneshield by Avery Dennison. It is a protective film installed on the hood as an alternative to the Bug Deflector. Supposed to be virtually invisible, will not alter the appearance of the vehicle and comes with a 3 year warranty.

Spoke to the dealer and he said the cost was $150 for 12 inch shield and about $200 for 24 inch.

Has anyone seen this or heard about it? Let me know what your thoughts are.

I have seen a MAZDA3 with it and you can see the line where the film ends, and not sure how it is. You may want to check out the 3M film as well. I believe they offer 5 years warranty, but double check that.

[ntron1]

THat magnetic thing looks cool, so you can quickly take it off every day if needed? I'd like to see pics when you get it.

Well it arrived today and it looks great. No need for pics cause it looks just like the website but here is one. I followed the directions to apply a hair dryer to get it to form around the corners. When it was done I armour alled it and wiped it with a terry cloth to remove the shine. My car is Carbon Grey so the black blends nicely. Well see how it goes when it gets hot. I am very pleased so far.

[Zoom5Zoom]

nytron is that a mazda deflector? I don't remember using a hairdryer to install mine...

[ntron1]

Nope, it is the Magnet Bra.

[Zoom5Zoom]

My bad forgot you where getting one of those....looks just fine btw and good job

[Kid Red]

ntron1= Looks cool. Kinda thick on the edging, but looks good. Keep us informed, after a rain, how easy it cleans up, how easy it is to remove, etc?

[canadianexpress]

I have installed the mazda5 bug deflector over the weekend (will post pics soon). On the installation manual, it mentions not to use it in the automatic car wash. My question is, do we take it off before going though car wash ( would this not damage to bumpon) or not to use it period?

Thanks

[TheMAN]

I won't even consider it.. however, I never used the plastic feet that came with the kit because I never intended my installations to be permanent to begin with (was going to use them only for road trips, but later on the look grew on me) so I got a bunch of smaller ones (can't buy those big ones at the store) from home depot, glued them on top of each other till they're about the same height as the originals and then put them on the car.... works good and I don't have to give a shit when one falls off... I just make another one and put the new one on

[Rac3rX]

I have installed the mazda5 bug deflector over the weekend (will post pics soon). On the installation manual, it mentions not to use it in the automatic car wash. My question is, do we take it off before going though car wash ( would this not damage to bumpon) or not to use it period?

Thanks

DONT GO THROUGH THE CARWASH WITH IT ON, dammage to it and your hood.

The washers apply pressure to it and it then applies pressure to the "bump spots" and that dents your hood (or dents the paint, but its tha same difference), & or scratches the hood where a "bump stop" might of fell off. and it could also break the bug deflector itself.

However your all good if you pop it off before you go in :)

[-pixy-]

DONT GO THROUGH THE CARWASH WITH IT ON, dammage to it and your hood.

The washers apply pressure to it and it then applies pressure to the "bump spots" and that dents your hood (or dents the paint, but its tha same difference), & or scratches the hood where a "bump stop" might of fell off. and it could also break the bug deflector itself.

However your all good if you pop it off before you go in :)


I have never heard of that happening, I have one on my truck and it is installed the same way. I have never had a problem or heard of anyone else having a problem.

[TheMAN]

automatic car washes are for pussies :P

[Kid Red]

I went thru one and it missed the entire rear gate, bumper and half the under side on the sides and rear. So, it washed 65% of the car. I wanted to see if that was even an option when I was tired and lazy. Nope, it's hand washes for life.

[canadianexpress]

Here is the pic that I finally took. not a great angle by all means.

[Zoom5Zoom]

nice canadian first time I see one on cardinal red color with black deflector.

[P_bouchr]

Well I had both type (deflector and bra) and had bad experiences with both.
1. Bras
I really don't know why they continue to do those crap. Mine decolored my hood, higly scratch it becaude of dirt inside. Ugly indeed

2. Deflectors
Well the dumbass that installed it glued the rubber pads on the deflector and not on the car (omg) . Well it was my 1st card and I did not know, but vibrations damaged the paint to the point i could saw underneath.

So, let say a deflector is correctly installed, does it work well with the 5? I do some 150km trips once in a while and bugs are common on the road lol.

[Medicman]

Well I had both type (deflector and bra) and had bad experiences with both.
1. Bras
I really don't know why they continue to do those crap. Mine decolored my hood, higly scratch it becaude of dirt inside. Ugly indeed

2. Deflectors
Well the dumbass that installed it glued the rubber pads on the deflector and not on the car (omg) . Well it was my 1st card and I did not know, but vibrations damaged the paint to the point i could saw underneath.

So, let say a deflector is correctly installed, does it work well with the 5? I do some 150km trips once in a while and bugs are common on the road lol.
Mine has been correctly installed as well as Zoom5Zoom's and I think they are well worth the while..I think the deflector does a good job.

[Zoom5Zoom]

yup I installed mine on my own as per the instructions and all is fine.... not a bug has complained of faded paint before death.

[P_bouchr]

Mmmm, then I may think about it... You still have to stick rubber pads on the hood right?

[DiceMax]

I have never heard of that happening, I have one on my truck and it is installed the same way. I have never had a problem or heard of anyone else having a problem.

I agree - I have bug deflectors on both of my vehicles and never had a problem when going through a no-touch car wash.

[Zoom5Zoom]

heya P

Yup got to stick rubber pads in specific spots to keep the flex and vibration from the bug deflector......

[P_bouchr]

Hey I was rereading this - really think about getting one :).

DO NOT GO THROUGH A AUTOMATIC CAR WASH. I have already broke one this way. Not with the water during the wash cycle. It's the heating cycle that can break it. As soon as that big dryer came near the hood, crack, the deflector was like 30 feets in front of the car, ouside the car wash. Luckyly, it did not damage my 95 Neon, and fortunately, the garage refunded me so I could buy a new one. Sometime there is a button for low pressure drying before you enter the car wash.

But why go there anyway? I mean I have a manual car wash near home - they charge 8$ exterior only. At the gas station it's like what: 6.50$? It's never doing a good job anyway.

*Starts up email program and send email to vendor about availability...*

[Kid Red]

Anyone have knowledge of the clear bras? The 3M clear film stuff? Seems like the best of both worlds.

[Kid Red]

Dp.

[canadianexpress]

Hey I was rereading this - really think about getting one :).

DO NOT GO THROUGH A AUTOMATIC CAR WASH. I have already broke one this way. Not with the water during the wash cycle. It's the heating cycle that can break it. As soon as that big dryer came near the hood, crack, the deflector was like 30 feets in front of the car, ouside the car wash. Luckyly, it did not damage my 95 Neon, and fortunately, the garage refunded me so I could buy a new one. Sometime there is a button for low pressure drying before you enter the car wash.

But why go there anyway? I mean I have a manual car wash near home - they charge 8$ exterior only. At the gas station it's like what: 6.50$? It's never doing a good job anyway.

*Starts up email program and send email to vendor about availability...*

My concern with the washing is more in the winter time. Here in the great white north (Toronto) they use quite a bit of salt on the roads, and most likely have to visit the wash every 2 weeks. But even removing the deflector everytime can become some what of a pain.

[TuKool5]

I had the 3M film put on. With in 2 weeks, I had these yellow stains that looked like they came from bug splats. Nothing I tried would take them off.

I took it back to the dealer and they said they would re-apply it, but I am concerned about it happening again.

Has anyone heard of this happening?

[Zoom5Zoom]

I looked up the product they applied to your car and if you look real close to the fine print it says this Quote

"LARGE CALGARY FLYING HORSE FLYS VOID WARRANTY AND MAY CAUSE YELLOW STAINS"

Sorry had to ding at that ........ (peep)

[TuKool5]

Thanks, I needed a laugh this morning.

[azzx]

Guys,

What is the brand name and where do you buy the it?

i have been searching the net and cannot find any one selling the bug shield for my 2008 Mazda 5

[skyhawk]

I have resorted to just waxing the MZ5 regularly. Then Washing a door at a time, and then the rest of the MZ5. Bugs will stick even to the clear plastic and you still have to wash them off. The paint underneat the plasctic guard maybe safe.. But at that time that the bug was stuck in the shield the car still looked bugged ladden.

[coolmazda5]

Guys,

What is the brand name and where do you buy the it?

i have been searching the net and cannot find any one selling the bug shield for my 2008 Mazda 5

Maybe not much help here but I've seen many around the web for the 2006 and 2007 models. Now, that said, to me the 06/07 hoods look exactly the same as the 08. The facelift changes are below the hood only (headlights, grill, bumper, etc, etc) so IMO find one for the 06/07 and then give them a call before buying to see if they accept returns, just in case.

Now, worst case scenario I use something like this when washing, it works great too and no need for the shield :D
http://www.karcherresidential.com/en/images/subpages/pressurewash-elec.jpg

[azzx]

Guys,

What is the brand name and where do you buy the it?

i have been searching the net and cannot find any one selling the bug shield for my 2008 Mazda 5

any one with the info?

i came across this site - has anyone used the deflector form these guys?
http://www.wooddash.com/item/MAZDA_Wind_Deflectors_5_2006_07


thanks

[lgreen]

Heya

Got the new Mazda Bug Deflector today. Only took 35 min to install. Looks fine. A highway test no vibs or noticible noise either.
Cost about 75 Bux Canadian.


Great look,by the way, what's the name of the paint job?

[lgreen]

Are those the stock rims on your 5? If not, you got a pic of them?.

My 5 came with stock rims that look exactly like those covers, but it(vehicle) was imported directly from Japan.


P.S. Medicman appears to have a similar rim

Heres mine , black on black.

81722

Here is a pic of mine

[Sweetie3.14]

I have a white GT on order and want the bug shield for stone chips. The German dealerships over here can't even get them :(

I called a couple dealerships in Canada and they would ship to me but shipping combined with customs to the US was double what the bug shield cost. WTF!

Why do they offer it only in Japan and Canada?

[kiew118]

I have a white GT on order and want the bug shield for stone chips. The German dealerships over here can't even get them :(

I called a couple dealerships in Canada and they would ship to me but shipping combined with customs to the US was double what the bug shield cost. WTF!

Why do they offer it only in Japan and Canada?


I would say your best bet will be ebay
GIve www.ebay.com a try.

[Zoom5Zoom]

Great look,by the way, what's the name of the paint job?

Called Phantom Blue

[raspykart]

any one with the info?

i came across this site - has anyone used the deflector form these guys?
http://www.wooddash.com/item/MAZDA_Wind_Deflectors_5_2006_07


thanks

heck they're right by ya, run down n get one... let us know what you think... I'm tempted to get one too... help avoid rock chips as well.

[DoubleT]

...and it looks awesome on my metallic silver 2008 Mazda GS 5. Had the dealer install it since I didn't want to screw it up on my one week old car.

[cheungchow]

May I know where you brought it from? Are they OEM? I am in southern California and no one since to be able to locate the part# at all. Please help!! I already got a chip and dent on my new Mazda 5 Hood. Sucks!!!!

[TheMAN]

you can ONLY buy the OEM ones in canada

[Bigmouth]

any one with the info?

i came across this site - has anyone used the deflector form these guys?
http://www.wooddash.com/item/MAZDA_Wind_Deflectors_5_2006_07


thanks

Anyone knows if this works for a 2009 GT? TIA

[dima_rus]

bug deflector is the same for all years

[mothernature]

yep...the same. Got mine along with window visors from Avante

[Zoom5Zoom]

bug deflector is the same for all years

Bugs are different from year to year LOL LOL LOL

[dima_rus]

the same for 06-07 and 08-09

[joeym509]

I am looking to get a bug deflector for my 5 and was wondering if anyone else has tried this magnetic deflector and if so how do you like it?


Well it arrived today and it looks great. No need for pics cause it looks just like the website but here is one. I followed the directions to apply a hair dryer to get it to form around the corners. When it was done I armour alled it and wiped it with a terry cloth to remove the shine. My car is Carbon Grey so the black blends nicely. Well see how it goes when it gets hot. I am very pleased so far.

[Mntnbkr]

So in the States, is wooddash the only choice?
Thanks

[joeym509]

It appears so, I couldn't locate anything else so I ordered up one and it should be here wednesday!

[mothernature]

Here

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/ikennedy/IMG_0688.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/ikennedy/IMG_0687.jpg

[Mntnbkr]

THAT's THE ONE mothernature...looks great on your/my 5 - where do I find it?

Joeym509 - did you get yours yet today, and how does it compare to mothernature's? Pics would be great when you get it on.

Thanks.

[joeym509]

Yes, it's a very easy 20-30 minute install. It feels very sturdy and I don't see having any problems at all. It is different than the Canadian one as you can see but I think it will do it's job nicely and I think it looks very good as well. For $80 can't go wrong at all.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/joeym509/003a.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/joeym509/005aa.JPG

(rockon)

[Lee MD]

There has to be a way to get one from canada to the usa...

[dima_rus]

There has to be a way to get one from canada to the usa...

well, I can ship one over, but it might be a bit more expensive. Let me know if you are ready for it.

Dima

[Mntnbkr]

I'll take the bait... Dima-would you mind giving me an idea of cost of item and shipping via UPS or similar to US ZIP 21409? Unfortunately the one available in the US that Joey got does not cover enough hood based on the two chunks already out of my hood from road debris, so I'm hoping to find the slightly larger coverage one like yours and mothernature's.
Thanks in advance.

[dima_rus]

I'll take the bait... Dima-would you mind giving me an idea of cost of item and shipping via UPS or similar to US ZIP 21409? Unfortunately the one available in the US that Joey got does not cover enough hood based on the two chunks already out of my hood from road debris, so I'm hoping to find the slightly larger coverage one like yours and mothernature's.
Thanks in advance.

I will find out the price and will let you know. You'll have to bare with me cuz I'm a bit busy until Monday.

Dima

[Mntnbkr]

No problem and thanks in advance. I believe the part # is 000-86-0M5A-04..obviously whatever you and mothernature have, which look to be the same.
I have a 2006 if that matters to the fit. Thanks!

[Lee MD]

I will find out the price and will let you know. You'll have to bare with me cuz I'm a bit busy until Monday.

Dima

Dima, I'm in too. I live in Maryland (MD) as well. Zipcode is 20906, but maybe you can send to one address.

Mntnbkr, I'll send you a PM so we can talk about coordinating a single shipment.

[wmzda5]

Dima I just bought and installed one from Agincourt Mazda for 80CAD. Nopics yet.

[dima_rus]

Dima I just bought and installed one from Agincourt Mazda for 80CAD. Nopics yet.

sounds about right, all it's left is to find out the shipping cost and convert it to US$$$ :)

I will try my hardest to do it on Monday.

Dima

[Lee MD]

sounds about right, all it's left is to find out the shipping cost and convert it to US$$$ :)

I will try my hardest to do it on Monday.

Dima

Thanks for your efforts.

[Mntnbkr]

Dima-
Thanks in advance for your offer to help out some fellow 5ers.
Have you had an opportunity to check into this? Life's busy here too so I understand if you've been tied up.
Thanks again,
Dave

[stevel0923]

automatic car washes are for pussies :P

Up here in the Northeast and Canada, the only option to keeping dirt, sand and salt off your car during the Winter time is the car wash. With temperatures hovering around 32 degrees F (or 0 degrees Celsius), there is no way you will have your hose turned on or attached to a power washer to wash the car by hand.

I was wondering if our Canadian owners remove the deflector during the Winter snow season. Besides the car wash issues, a lot of snow and ice would accumulate under the deflector during normal driving.

[stevel0923]

I have provided the a PDF scan of the installation manual for those who are considering the purchase of item and was curious on the level of difficulty.

[mazdaspeedster3]

Looks great. I am going to be stopping by the dealership here in Mi this week hopefully and picking one up (ordering anyway).

[switek]

Please let us know if you can order one in the US.

[wmzda5]

Up here in the Northeast and Canada, the only option to keeping dirt, sand and salt off your car during the Winter time is the car wash. With temperatures hovering around 32 degrees F (or 0 degrees Celsius), there is no way you will have your hose turned on or attached to a power washer to wash the car by hand.

I was wondering if our Canadian owners remove the deflector during the Winter snow season. Besides the car wash issues, a lot of snow and ice would accumulate under the deflector during normal driving.


In winter, as long as it is above freezing I go to a coin carwash to clean my car just make sure u wipe dry at least the glass before going out the bay so it would not freeze. completely dry it outside the bay.

[Davebert]

I am in Canada and just got my bug shield broken by someone while parking on the street. The only part that I can find is EGR 337374 which is listed to fit the Mazda 3 and Mazda 5. Amazon has it listed for $37.99US but the picture is of a Toyota.

Does anyone know if the hood of the Mazda 3 is the same as the Mazda 5? Here is a picture of my broken bug shield it looks to be a pretty custom fit.

http://i42.tinypic.com/ktiqp.jpg

[AwaKeN]

I don't think it's the same, just read out the first posts in the tread here, you will have all the informations you need :P

[Zoom5Zoom]

Hood is not the same...don't cut corners just get another 5 bug deflector..

[Lee MD]

I installed the OEM deflector this weekend. Very easy. A big thanks to Mntnbkr for the hookup!