What have you done with your Mazda5 today?

[Rockin03mp5]

Every other section has a thread like this.

It is about time that the Mazda5 has one too!

Post here about all of the things you have done to, and with your Mazda5. Whether it be a wash, new wheels, getting the groceries (wiggle) or just driving around town. There are so many things that Mazda's multi-utility vehicle can do!



I... washed her and cleaned her inside and out. Ooooh shiny!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_2191.jpg

Getting her all ready for road trip #4 this weekend! Almost half of the miles we have put on her have been from road trips. She has always been a very comfortable touring vehicle.

[x10dude]

Got the same midnight blue... love it. I got my windows tinted which really makes a huge difference.

[Rockin03mp5]

i need to tint my windows. will probably be my next mod.

[x10dude]

I see that you did the shark fin antenna. How is the reception?

[Rockin03mp5]

better than running around without one at all that is for sure!

this weekend is the road trip... i will test things out for sure then. im sure it isnt as good as the large antenna... but it isnt terrible... and it looks nice too!

[nftyper]

new zoom-zoom stickers on, woohoo

[tsunami racer]

i used my 5 to promote my products in front of one of my retailers. we installed a sony snaplap photo kiosk that slides out of the side door where customers can print out their photos off their digital camera memory cards.

can't do this with a scion xB or a ford transit connect and a regular minivan just wouldn't be cool ;)

[Rockin03mp5]

ive seen that thing in other threads!

that is crazy... and cool!

the only sliding door vehicle that looks great and can pull that off.

[x10dude]

i used my 5 to promote my products in front of one of my retailers. we installed a sony snaplap photo kiosk that slides out of the side door where customers can print out their photos off their digital camera memory cards.

can't do this with a scion xB or a ford transit connect and a regular minivan just wouldn't be cool ;)

I've seen your post before. I've been on the look out for it in S. Cal but haven't seen it yet... :)

[tsunami racer]

I've seen your post before. I've been on the look out for it in S. Cal but haven't seen it yet... :)

it'll be on display at the Art Center College of Design Summer Car Classic show this weekend in Pasadena. a mazda 5 parked next to auburns, bugattis and talbot lagos... who'd have thunk?

if any socal peeps want to see some cool cars, come on by. event info here: www.artcenter.edu/carclassic.

[Rockin03mp5]

ok... so not today... but we just got done with another road trip in the 5.

handled like a trooper as usual! got 29-30 mpg most of the way. (stupid wind was against us going there... and back... wtf?)

[nftyper]

K&N drop in filter went in today. More zoom-zoom.

[wmzda5]

I tried to install the MS3 springs yesterday but bad prep. I dont have all the tools so will do it by monday. I have to reinstall and buy the sockets and breaker bar that I need.

[1991Syclone]

Tracked down my water leak in the hatch area (http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123745058) today.

[KBrian]

We took the dog to the groomers for a nail clipping. She loves the 5 but hates the groomers.
Rear hatch area is just big enough for Chloe to stand in with third row seats dropped flat. She tries to squeeze between the center seats to sit with the people and have an opening window like when she was a regular passenger of our Sable sedan ;).

[wmzda5]

Tracked down my water leak in the hatch area (http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123745058) today.

I got this problem a few weeks back. You fixed it?

[just ang]

new zoom-zoom stickers on, woohoo

Now that my tint is on, I REALLY need to figure out where I want mine and slap 'em on!

[Rockin03mp5]

Back from the dead!

The tire pressure monitor was going off, so I finally decided to do something about it. All tires measured 27-28 psi. The sensors are sensitive. So now they are 35 psi all around.

Also went and got a bunch of groceries, and beer!

[rweatherford]

Last weekend we went on a grocery run with all 4 kids (6 passengers). Stopped at Lowes for blinds and light bulbs, then went a bought 2 full carts of groceries. Don't ask me where it all goes but we always fit it in there with all the people somewhere.

I call it my clown car. Stuff just keeps going in there somewhere and you can't believe the amount of stuff that comes out when you get home.

[nftyper]

Changed dome and map lights to LED's

[Fivo]

Waxed it.

[KBrian]

Canadian Thanksgiving weekend road trip! 200 miles return including 25 miles on a gravel road complete with major potholes and loaded logging trucks.

Great fun and the ride off highway was super smooth, even on the stock 17" tires.

[Rockin03mp5]

Woot!

Any pics of the offroading?

[dw8]

Added my HID kit (5000k) last week to my 5. Love it!

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w160/focusw8/Mazda%205/09280918292.jpg

[KBrian]

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=174&pictureid=914
Woot!

Any pics of the offroading?

Couldn't bring myself to photo Stella covered in mud and dirt after the trip(cryhard).

I do have some photos (still on the camera) I will post of our destination: Burial Cove, East Cracroft Island B.C.

[Rockin03mp5]

i brought this little bundle home!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/babyv4.jpg

[KBrian]

Congradulations! Room for 4 offspring in the 5. Good luck filling it up (JK):)

[GWDavis281]

Dude congrats!!!! She's cute!!!! I've got an 8 and 11 year old and man, they miss my Jeep, but love the Mazda 5!!!

Glenn |B)

[SGT_OKINAWA]

i brought this little bundle home!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/babyv4.jpg

Congrats!

Yes, my 9 & 11 year olds love the Premacy with movies to watch and games to play, my wife asked, whose car ya like most, they both waited for the other to say "Dad's Premacy" :D

lets see...

I've changed map and pass dome lights to LED, I wired the outside (Under bumper) speakers and mounted tweeter speakers. It was a slow week, hope to get more done soon.

Peace@ya! (rei)

[KBrian]

Maybe the last driveway detail of 2009?

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=197&pictureid=1031

[VenomDesign]

This is what i have done to my 5 lately HAHAHAHA !

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/CantineBurnbabyburn5pimp.jpg

It cost me:

tranny
differential
clutch
pressure plate
cardans (2)
flywheel

:D. Upgrades coming soon.

[bullaculla]

sweet.

[Kenshin 1029]

You're crazy man! Ha, ha, ha! (drive2)

[rweatherford]

Wow a simple burn out ruined all that crap? Makes a Chevy seem like a tank compared to a Mazda.

[VenomDesign]

Wow a simple burn out ruined all that crap? Makes a Chevy seem like a tank compared to a Mazda.

Who said it was a single burn ? (lick) lol

[Rockin03mp5]

washed her, and the p5. wow it was 65 yesterday here.

[Kenshin 1029]

I've installed the rear guard bumper!

[FlippyFloppy]

Not sure if there is one of these. Didnt see one sooo....

Most of the other Makes have one.....

So post up from day to day what you have done to your Mazda5/Premacy!

I'll Start today I added my clubs stickers to my side rear windows. Also added a ZOOM-ZOOM sticker to my third brake light!
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0059.jpg
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0058-1.jpg

[bretthn]

I packed mine up for the 900 mile trip to Maine, checked all fluids, and tire pressure.

[KBrian]

I went to Nanaimo to shop at Costco. 215km return and more than a quarter tank of gas. I did keep her above 120 km/h (75mph) almost the whole way. Love the 5 when driving quickly.

(BTW, I know that MazPro really meant this thread to be for done to the 5, not done with).

[FlippyFloppy]

hey done to done with, its all gravy! Being there are a lot to be done with these cars as well as to!

[ljmattox]

Finally got warm enough (for me, at least) to get my rear bumper protector and front splash guards installed.

I did follow the instructions, too, particularly this caution included in the splash guard sheet:

"Caution! Tightening the screw tapping certainly. If this is tightened by out of regulation torque, the mud flap may be broken or dropped out". (uhm)

Duly noted!

[FlippyFloppy]

Washed it for the first time since buying it a month ago!

[Rockin03mp5]

i tried to start a thread like this... but it died

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123748419

maybe we should merge?

[Rockin03mp5]

ttt!

to aid in merging!

and i have to park the 5 outside for a while. stupid garage door fail!

[mars1100]

to work, wash and pick up the kids after school.(did the saturn too)

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0701.jpg

[fernando8877]

Balanced my wheels and checked the brakes at school. GO AAI!!!!

[FlippyFloppy]

Tied a box spring to the roof and drove it 60 down the road and scared the hell out of my wife!

[ljmattox]

Took apart the front and rear consoles looking for prime spots for additional 12v outlets. No joy so far.

OTOH: amazing that so much of this vehicle interior just "snaps" together. Modern assembly design and techniques likely really save time putting these together compared to the old days.

[ljmattox]

Transported 4 visiting high school choir members *and* their freight-sized rollaboards, backpacks, and other teenage girl accoutrement to our house, and back to their tour bus this morning.

Fairly packed to the rafters, tight quarters for the one (thankfully petite) young lady riding in the rear row!

[mars1100]

home depot had a buy one get one free on mulch today and I couldn't resist:

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0712.jpg

20 bags of mulch(40 cubic ft), I could have probably fit another 5(10 cubic ft).
http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0711.jpg

[Kid5]

GOT DAMN(mj)!

[Kid5]

Got a New Windshield Banner:
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1832
Added a Mobil 1 decal to the rear window (My Baby Loves Full Synthetic)
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1831
And I washed her and Amor Alled her up:
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1833
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1834

[mars1100]

I know those aren't redsox on the corner of your window!!!(bicker)
Go Yankeees....(nana)

nice stickers, I like the carlito's way..(cool)

[Kid5]

One More:
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1835

[Kid5]

I know those aren't redsox on the corner of your window!!!(bicker)
Go Yankeees....(nana)

nice stickers, I like the carlito's way..(cool)

About those Yankees...Dont get me started.Let's see where this conversation will be in October....Brother!(spank)

[wmzda5]

Got in there, took off the front bumper and installed low tone fiamm freeway blaster....I like it !!!

[Rockin03mp5]

thank you to whomever merged the threads!

and i havent done anything with my 5 today...

[Kid5]

Just Added my first Mazda247.com decal to my ride....Gonna have to get another one though...This one is slightly crooked. I wet the bumper and thought I had my tape measure with and I centered the decal and when I realized I didnt have my tape measure I ran in the house and by the time I got back the F*CKER had dried...yeah well(braindead. Anyways heres a pic.


http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1884
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1883

I had it reversed so you could see it in your rear view mirror...but I think I'm just going to get the new one unreversed with everything capitalized(thought)

[josh1581]

Cleaned up the wiring from the HID kit I installed last week. Had to get some spade connectors since I thought I had some but didn't.

I love me some 6000k HID's!

[Kid5]

Cleaned up the wiring from the HID kit I installed last week. Had to get some spade connectors since I thought I had some but didn't.

I love me some 6000k HID's!

I'm dying to get me some HID's...but I want to do the foglights too. Post some Pics.

[VenomDesign]

I've done the housing of the headlight in satin black... Hmmmmmm :D


Pics will come.

[Rockin03mp5]

i traded her in... for this.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_2953.jpg










lol, just kidding. but it is my 5 replacement for a while.

i took her into the dealership for an oil change and tire rotation. i also test drove a new speed3. i liked it. (black, so it hides the smile :D)

anyways, i get a call while im driving the speed saying there is something with the 5's transmission. so i had to cut my fun short and return to the dealership. they tell me that the transmission is leaking fluid. (forgot exactly where) luckily, it wasnt a lot, and there was still plenty of fluid left so there was no damage. i told them that i didnt see any puddles, but they said that it was all over the outside of the transmission and that it was pooling on the shielding that protects the underside of the engine.

so, now i have this crappy focus for 3 days. they said they have to take the transmission off, and reseal everything. basically it is just some bad seals from the factory. i guess they have seen a few 5's with this problem.

thank god for still being under warranty! this is the second warranty fix now in the 1.6 years. first one for for a squeaky drivers door window. they had to replace the motor on that one. luckily, mazda is giving us the rental for free as well. woot!

[mars1100]

New Zoom Zoom stickers on rear windows, placement should have been on the very rear corner but what is done is done.

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0716.jpg

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0723.jpg

[Kid5]

New Zoom Zoom stickers on rear windows, placement should have been on the very rear corner but what is done is done.

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0716.jpg

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0723.jpg

At least its on straight....lol..Looks good! Very Clean! I couldnt look at mine anymore so I took mine off. I'm not a fan of crooked

[mars1100]

it was only going to be as straight as the transfer paper it came on as I lined that up with the bottom edge of the window.
Had the paper been cut crooked the stickers would have as well, thanks to Barry for a job well done on the labels.

[mars1100]

forgot about this:


http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0724.jpg

[Kid5]

Before

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/201/33465100035_large.jpg

After

http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/201/33465100133_large.jpg

All I wanted the carbon fiber kit was to mask the silver plastic on the dash, not for the glove box and air vents and cup holders

[SEHMIATA]

Not today, but yesterday Ang finally gave her Mazda5 a bath!

It's not much, but it's a start.

[skyhawk]

What I did to my mazda5 today:

I experimented with my MAZDA5's throttle by wire. googled
for 'throttle by wire calibration'.

I found this thread from a non-mazda forum:
http://caliberowners.co.uk/index.php?topic=1792.0


1. First I followed exactly the procedure in the thread i.e. pedal
all the way to the floor.
-- Result: "Maybe the result is just in my imagination. But
There seems to be a 'change in feel'. Or 'the car
reacts to the gas pedal differently this time'.

2. Then I thought: "What If I press the gas pedal only halfway"?

-- Result: Definitely a 'new feel' is experienced.

I don't know what is the use for it though. But it does make the
mazda5 continously interesting.

[Kid5]

What I did to my mazda5 today:

I experimented with my MAZDA5's throttle by wire. googled
for 'throttle by wire calibration'.

I found this thread from a non-mazda forum:
http://caliberowners.co.uk/index.php?topic=1792.0


1. First I followed exactly the procedure in the thread i.e. pedal
all the way to the floor.
-- Result: "Maybe the result is just in my imagination. But
There seems to be a 'change in feel'. Or 'the car
reacts to the gas pedal differently this time'.

2. Then I thought: "What If I press the gas pedal only halfway"?

-- Result: Definitely a 'new feel' is experienced.

I don't know what is the use for it though. But it does make the
mazda5 continously interesting.

That's is interesting...does it matter if Manual or Automatic transmission?

[VenomDesign]

I bought a MS3 Catback to replace the Mazdaspeed (accessories) catback i already had. :D


Zooom Zooom ! ;)

[FlippyFloppy]

Contemplating this for my 5...its my 5 in the pic but Photoshopped. What are your thoughts?

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii244/wojtek89/DSC_0051copy.jpg

[Rockin03mp5]

i actually like the all black thing there. very nice. the red lugs really set it off.

[VenomDesign]

I say : What are you waiting for ?? DO IT :D

[FlippyFloppy]

Yea I think the wheels and tint will happen soon, the drop might have to wait for the mod budget to get funded by the boss......

[VenomDesign]

Here's a few shots of the blackhousing.

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing001.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing008.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing004.jpg

[red headz]

Venom - you caved!

I really like the look of blacked out housings. Well done.

m.

[VenomDesign]

caved ?? sorry i don't know this word lol


I think it's a positive comment but not sure ahahahahaha. If so, thanks :D

[Kid5]

Just installed the tinted Gauge Cluster lens from the 2008+ Mazda 5...Got it from the local Mazda dealer for $35...kinda pricey for what it is but me likes the look. Ordered a MAZDA247.com banner for my windshield and ordered the HID kits for the Headlights and Fogs. Cant wait.....I love my MAZDA(yippy)(thumb)

[VenomDesign]

Tinted gauge cluster ? what is it suppose to look like ?

[Rockin03mp5]

got the 5 back.

everything seems all nice and smooth now.

so much better than that crappy focus.

[Kid5]

Tinted gauge cluster ? what is it suppose to look like ?

The 06-07 came with a clear lense for the gauge cluster...the green isnt hard on the eyes at night...but the 08+ has the white and to tone it down for night time driving they tinted the lens....I noticed the lense when I purchased an 08 cluster to try on the 07 of course it didnt work...but I liked the lense but I had to return it to get my refund back. Next time you get a chance and know someone with a 08+ check out that lense...I tried to take a picture but it doesnt come out clear with my gay ass camera phone

[Kid5]

I'm going to assume Canadien 5's and US 5's use the same Gauge Cluster

[Kid5]

Here is a picture ...not the best http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=1978

that was this morning with out the lights turned on.

[VenomDesign]

Here's what i was waiting for :D:D:D MS3 catback.

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing001-1.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing007-1.jpg

And here's the 17" MSP Racing Hart wheels i bought with tires for as low as 80$ lol ROFL.... until i got my new 19" wheels and tires on :D. They are like new.
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing013.jpg

[twintrbo]

Today I:
Modified the drivers seat bottom to have more of a tilt to it.
Installed a panoramic mirror to watch the kids in the back without turning.
Cut down the plastic panel next to the accelerator pedal so I dont get my foot caught under the brake pedal.
Washed it, so it looks purty :)

[SGT_OKINAWA]

Here's a few shots of the blackhousing.

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing001.jpg

Why is your toe hook cap off? Just asking.

Peace!(rei)

[VenomDesign]

Because my 5 needs to move soon, and without a tranny you understand it's a hard task lol.

[ljmattox]

Today: mounted the "bicycle rack receiver" (that's right, it's not a trailer hitch. No sir!), attached the bikes, and joined friends for some mountain biking and road riding at Creve Coeur Park.

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_7tLqlNOeMfw/S7YuvrkG5FI/AAAAAAAAAV4/FTZIHuepuII/s640/photo.jpg

Between today, and last weekend's visit to Sky Zone, my typically mostly sedentary body is beginning the "WTF?" big time!

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_7tLqlNOeMfw/S7Zzqgr5bzI/AAAAAAAAAWY/bPtcz8UoVDg/SkyZone%20Static%20Shot.jpg

[Rockin03mp5]

got the 5 tinted

5% rear, 20% front.

pics will happen soon, but i am teh lazy.

[coolmazda5]

Stickied so it grabs some attention ;)

[Rockin03mp5]

YAY!

thank you.

i was hoping it would. it took a second thread to get this thing going!

i couldnt get pics of the tint yet, since now it is raining and windy here.

[coolmazda5]

i couldnt get pics of the tint yet

...and this is how I get paid... :D

[Rockin03mp5]

lol

fine, here i snapped a quick one for ya.

stupid tree.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_2980.jpg

[mazdaspeed41]

Hey VenomD, Wat modifications need to be done to the MS3 Exhaust to put it on the 5 other that redo some kind on joint for where it was cut to be removed...
Thanks
Here's what i was waiting for :D:D:D MS3 catback.

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing001-1.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing007-1.jpg

And here's the 17" MSP Racing Hart wheels i bought with tires for as low as 80$ lol ROFL.... until i got my new 19" wheels and tires on :D. They are like new.
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/BlackHousing013.jpg

[VenomDesign]

I will let you know in about two weeks. ;) Can't wait to ear that bad boy lol.

[mars1100]

it's been a few weeks without a wash, finally got to it today.

http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww160/mars1100/IMG_0736.jpg

[Kid5]

Just added the new windshield banner(headshake not sure if I like it....might have to order another one with all the same sized letters...good thing Mr. Duncan offers such a great price that I can go back and order another one and it doesnt hurt my wallet... I got the HID's today but really dont want to sit in the 80+ degree sun to install them here's a pic of the banner
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=297&pictureid=2011

[VenomDesign]

Kid5, your 5 is really hot, but there's way too much stickers on it. We don't need so much stickers to make our 5 look different you know what i mean :D.

[Kid5]

Thanks for the critisism....its always good as long as it's constructive. I want to represent the website.....around here not to many people know about it...I do think I have to much on the windsheild...I have my work parking permit on the passenger side and the ones under the inspection and emission stickers.......I'll be taking some off very soon...Thanks Venom

[VenomDesign]

My pleasure "Bro" :D.

[KBrian]

Yanked the winters/steelies off and returned the stockers to their rightful place inside the wheel wells....and fell in love all over again.

[Kid5]

Just put on the HID's....alot easier than I previously thought...Couldnt get the headlight out to save my life...but ended up realizing that I didnt have to...Only thing is...I ordered Headlight light and fog light and like a moron I assumed the bulb in hand was the headlights and was like this isnt even the same..oh well and I got it in the headlight and was like WTF these plugs arent even the same and cut it right at the plug and after both were on and working and I go back to the other box...only to realize I put the fogs in the headlights and I didnt have to splice wires(braindead its all plug and play...Yeah well to late...they look good...cant wait till it gets dark to see what they look like....Quick Question .....I usally drive around with my headlights on ( no DRL's ). Will the HID do anything to my headlights housing? Its a 35w 6000K system. Any info would be great from someone running this set up or any HID set up

[Davebert]

I usally drive around with my headlights on ( no DRL's ). Will the HID do anything to my headlights housing? Its a 35w 6000K system. Any info would be great from someone running this set up or any HID set up

Yes, the spring that holds the bulb to the socket is not the easiest thing to operate. You should not have any problem with the housing since the HID lights runs cooler than the stock halogen. I have been running my HID conversion for almost 10 months now and have not have problems.

[VenomDesign]

Yes, the spring that holds the bulb to the socket is not the easiest thing to operate. You should not have any problem with the housing since the HID lights runs cooler than the stock halogen. I have been running my HID conversion for almost 10 months now and have not have problems.

X2, 2 years + on my side. (bow)

[Kid5]

Sweet!

[ljmattox]

My 2010 Sport 5MT got a home-garage oil change today.

New low-profile 20" lift floor jack (to replace the too-small piece o' cr@p I had): $100

Oil and filter (on sale): $17

New oil drain pan (that doesn't spill everywhere when you pour into a container): $7

Knowing the lower engine cover is, in fact, back on; knowing a new, fresh filter was installed; knowing the oil drain plug wasn't stripped and was tightened just right; knowing the exact oil I wanted was filled; knowing it was all cleaned up nice 'n tidy: Priceless!

Kinda expensive for an oil change...but I didn't have a jack that would do the job, and I don't like using ramps (just a preference). I'll get my use out of it.

No real surprises, thanks to all the info posted here. It's nice that these newest ones have a spin-on filter finally. It's even mounted vertically so it's not bad to remove without spilling, after you give it a minute to drain the passage.

One hour, start to finish, including cleaning up and putting everything away.

[Snagjim]

Interior of the '07M5 got detailed this afternoon, in hopes that prospective buyers won't be put off by the 3 years of accumulated grunge...

Prospective buyers? 1 week, 2 calls, no viewing...hmmm, this is gonna take a while.

[FlippyFloppy]

Changed out the plugs. Didnt take long. Seems to be running better. I am going to take it to worktonight I think and see how it does.

Here is the pic of the #1 plug......Is there something I should be concerned about? Or is that just from build-up from the misfiring?
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0011-2.jpg

[Rockin03mp5]

a couple days ago, the 5 crossed the 20,000 mile mark!

she is getting so old!

[Kid5]

Here is the last mod I did I cut the shifter and rethreaded it and added a Razo(I believe is the) RA125 shift knob......feels sportier in the hand for using the manumatic.

http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/201/33465100138_large.jpg
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/201/33465100137_large.jpg
http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/201/33465100139_large.jpg


Oh and I added the DMC box to listen to my iPod shuffle and my other MP3 devices. Its hidden in the glove box where the owners manual goes.

[Rockin03mp5]

Went to the dealership.

Since they resealed the transmission, there has been a clunking in the front suspension while braking and turning.

They replaced both lower control arms.... still some clunking.

[Robotaz]

My 2010 Sport 5MT got a home-garage oil change today.

New low-profile 20" lift floor jack (to replace the too-small piece o' cr@p I had): $100

Oil and filter (on sale): $17

New oil drain pan (that doesn't spill everywhere when you pour into a container): $7

Knowing the lower engine cover is, in fact, back on; knowing a new, fresh filter was installed; knowing the oil drain plug wasn't stripped and was tightened just right; knowing the exact oil I wanted was filled; knowing it was all cleaned up nice 'n tidy: Priceless!

Kinda expensive for an oil change...but I didn't have a jack that would do the job, and I don't like using ramps (just a preference). I'll get my use out of it.

No real surprises, thanks to all the info posted here. It's nice that these newest ones have a spin-on filter finally. It's even mounted vertically so it's not bad to remove without spilling, after you give it a minute to drain the passage.

One hour, start to finish, including cleaning up and putting everything away.

I used to hate the cartridges, but now I like them because I can inspect the filter much more closely. I'm right there with you on knowing the plug's been tightened correctly. Same with the filter and the cover. I've driven away from a garage before in my MX3 and had the joy of hearing and feeling me rip the cover off of the bottom of the car. Needless to say the a-hole mechanics just shrugged their shoulders like my car is a worthless piece of crap anyway. now the belts get ruined easily and squeal. I hate most mechanics. I can usually tell by the way they engage me whether they're professional and do their job correctly or not. I didn't used to know better.

[twintrbo]

I gave the interior its first cleaning since I own it. Why didn't anyone tell me the interior looks awesome when its armor all-ed?! I just thought things were low gloss in there but I guess the dealer never detailed the interior when I picked it up.

[ljmattox]

Drove four passengers and luggage in a 2009 Sport from National Car Rental to our hotel. Surprised to see a 5 among the car rental choices but it was perfect for us, all our luggage, and being in/out of a vehicle for the next few days. About 23k on the clock, seems pretty sound/tight for being a rental & all.


***Update 4/30*** So we spent a week with the rental 5 in Orlando, it worked really well for us. I don't travel as I used to (4-5x per month) so I'm less aware of rental car fleets than I once was. But I saw a bunch of rental 5's coming/going from our hotel. Actually: I thought the automatic in this 2009 did a fairly decent job, I hadn't driven an 5AT in a while and not since putting the first 5k on my 5MT. It kicked down easily, shifted smoothly, had a nice surge from a standstill. My passengers loved the sliding doors, high seats, good legroom, and visibility. We did a bunch of around town stuff and got in a run over to RonJon / Cocoa Beach also. Maybe they'll sell a few after folks have them as rentals, or have already.

[Robotaz]

I gave the interior its first cleaning since I own it. Why didn't anyone tell me the interior looks awesome when its armor all-ed?! I just thought things were low gloss in there but I guess the dealer never detailed the interior when I picked it up.

If you like Armorall, try Meguiar's Natural Shine. It smokes Armorall. Use microfiber towels, too.

[mpvue]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4051/4596665115_d3f6784cd7.jpg
I should have wiped the lens clean on my blackberry before I took this picture, but here it is.
picked up some 8' sections of fence and 8'4x4 posts.
the M5 is a workhorse!

[coolmazda5]

My crappy phone charger blew the cigarette lighter fuse on my 08, 15A, $0.75. Never replaced one on the Mazdas before, they are so friggin' tiny

[Rockin03mp5]

all this last weekend, the 5 carried around the me, the wife, and my parents in comfort. we were still able to fit the stroller in the back, and fit some groceries.

poor thing needs a good cleaning.

i still need to swap out the winter floor mats.

[twintrbo]

If you like Armorall, try Meguiar's Natural Shine. It smokes Armorall. Use microfiber towels, too.

I will try it next time I need to purchase, but it might be a while. I stocked up on it when the Strauss auto by me closed down. I will try the low gloss for the very top of the dash to cut back on glare though.

Also I cried looking at the back bumper of my 5 today. I think it scratches if you look at it too long. Is it me or does this paint scratch like crazy?! I think the bumper guard I use does more damage than if I didn't bother! Time to go buff a little.............

[skyhawk]

[QUOTE=twintrbo;5248490 Also I cried looking at the back bumper of my 5 today. I think it scratches if you look at it too long. Is it me or does this paint scratch like crazy?! I think the bumper guard I use does more damage than if I didn't bother! Time to go buff a little.............[/QUOTE]

I don't use the bumper guard. I think it gives false sense of protection. The groceries and cargo will still scratch the guard and the bumpair surface that's not covered by the guard.

We just 'try our best' not to drag groceries over the bumper when unloading.
I have scratches on the bumper. But not much. It still looks good after cleaning and then waxing.

Also if you had the guard installed, and you decide to remove it, you will have a 'guard' mark area , surrounded by scratches.

[Heat]

......but I didn't have a jack that would do the job, and I don't like using ramps (just a preference)...
I like ramps though with the Mazda5 I need to use some pieces of 2x4 so that the Mazda5 bumper doesn't hit the ramp first.

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=154429&d=1249872388

[twintrbo]

I don't use the bumper guard. I think it gives false sense of protection. The groceries and cargo will still scratch the guard and the bumpair surface that's not covered by the guard.

I'm talking about this guard for parallel parking.

http://www.chariotauto.com/

[Robotaz]

I'm talking about this guard for parallel parking.

http://www.chariotauto.com/

Wow. Just move to place where people are smart enough to not destroy your parked car. Just kidding. Man that sucks that you have to worry about that crap. If someone hits your car here they leave a note with their phone number usually. I've even been paged in the grocery store to be told that my F150 with 290,000 miles on it has a scuff on a rusted bumper because someone hit it and wanted to exchange insurance info. I just laughed and said no thanks.

[twintrbo]

Dude, I had the car for 3 weeks when my neighbor dug his license plate screws into the rear bumper squeezing his conversion van into a spot. Maybe if he didn't leave the empty carrier on the trailer hitch that adds 3 feet to the behemoth, he could park it! Why a family of 4 needs a van that size is beyond me, and why it needs extra cargo room is even more of a mystery. My next house will have a private driveway and a 2 car garage for sure. Right now I'm looking to repair whatever scuffs are on there and going for a clear film protectant too. Its the one thing about living in the city I cant stand, to some people a car is an appliance and they park by feel.

[Robotaz]

Oh yea, I know all about that. Been there, done that. After your description of the situation I see exactly why that bumper protector would be a good thing. Good luck.

[mpvue]

in MY neighborhood, I WISH people would actually park a little closer! parking is very limited on the street, too many apartments, too many cars, so when people get all selfish and park their POS focus in the middle of a space that can fit two cars and leave it there for 3 days, and I have no where to park, well, that pisses me off.

[coolmazda5]

PA residents, beautiful people ;)

[Kid5]

PA residents, beautiful people ;)

lol! I understand Mpvue completely

[mpvue]

lol! I understand Mpvue completely
I'm one block from the 'downtown' area that has parking meters and marked spots. I WISH they extended that to my block; that way, I can buy a parking sticker and marked spots will maximize available spots.
it will also keep all the illegals from leaving all their cars all over the place; I mean, one apartment has like 10 different people who cycle in and out every few days w/ 6-7 different cars.

[Robotaz]

I'm one block from the 'downtown' area that has parking meters and marked spots. I WISH they extended that to my block; that way, I can buy a parking sticker and marked spots will maximize available spots.
it will also keep all the illegals from leaving all their cars all over the place; I mean, one apartment has like 10 different people who cycle in and out every few days w/ 6-7 different cars.

OMG that would piss me off bad.

[nujnet]

installed bug deflector and shift knob today.. I supposed to install my oem roof rack that I ordered but it came with incomplete parts. I have to call the dealer that I ordered it from tomorrow to ask them what's up?
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee334/nujnet/DSCF3189.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee334/nujnet/DSCF3192.jpg

[KBrian]

What is that black cable attached to, nujnet? Love the shift knob.

[nujnet]

What is that black cable attached to, nujnet? Love the shift knob.

GPS power cable going to the cigarette lighter.. thanks!ebay shift knob for 14USD.

[FlippyFloppy]

I love that shift knob.........Where did you get it.....I am going with the whole red and black theme on mine.

[nujnet]

I love that shift knob.........Where did you get it.....I am going with the whole red and black theme on mine.

name of the seller is mr-jdm.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MAZDA-3-5-6-MX5-RX7-RX8-MIATA-CARBON-MT-SHIFT-KNOB-RED-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem2306c5a33cQQitemZ15043 7471036QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccesso ries

[A1an]

Today I:
Modified the drivers seat bottom to have more of a tilt to it.
Installed a panoramic mirror to watch the kids in the back without turning.
Cut down the plastic panel next to the accelerator pedal so I dont get my foot caught under the brake pedal.
Washed it, so it looks purty :)

Do you have more info on your driver side seat modification? I have pretty long legs and would like a little more support by tilting the front of the seat upwards.

[A1an]

Nevermind. Found it and will be doing that ASAP. Thanks for the writeup twintrbo.

[wmzda5]

I did a few things to my five...

HIDs, changed my low beam from 6000k 35 watts to 8000k 55watts
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/HID/DSCN1176.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/HID/DSCN1175.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/HID/DSCN1174.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/HID/DSCN1167-1.jpg

ROTORS, had that problem of pulsating pedal when I apply brakes @@100kph+. Dealer says need rotors so....did it myself and saved $$$, got a good deal also on the rotors, they're Nickel Chrome plated (silver color) so they don't rust easily as OEM. Painted the calipers while I'm at it.
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1179.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1180.jpg

SHOES...time for a set of tires to replace my Toyos anyways, so got these instead. 225/40/18 et45
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1183.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1186.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1182.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1184.jpg

[wmzda5]

Next ....maybe SRI and shift knobs

[KBrian]

Your ride is lookin sweet, Jess.

[nujnet]

perfect drop for those wheels..really nice...

[joeym509]

ROTORS, had that problem of pulsating pedal when I apply brakes @@100kph+. Dealer says need rotors so....did it myself and saved $$$, got a good deal also on the rotors, they're Nickel Chrome plated (silver color) so they don't rust easily as OEM. Painted the calipers while I'm at it.
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1179.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/ROTORS%20and%20BBS/DSCN1180.jpg

I am loving these wheels! Do you have any pics of them on your 5? Also could you tell me about them, make, size, etc....Thanks!

[wmzda5]

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/My%20Mazda5/DSCN0113.jpg
I had this rims for 3 yrs. got them fro ebay. I saw one like this on a white mazda5 on cardomain I think and loved the looks on the 5 so I got 1 but in 17" so I could use the stocker toyos. now time to change the Toyos s replaced the rims with the tires.

These are ADR Sokudo10 rims
17" x 7
offset 48

[wmzda5]

Your ride is lookin sweet, Jess.
Thanks Kbrian

I'm still waiting for warmer weather to detail my car , time for claying and polishing

[joeym509]

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/My%20Mazda5/DSCN0113.jpg
I had this rims for 3 yrs. got them fro ebay. I saw one like this on a white mazda5 on cardomain I think and loved the looks on the 5 so I got 1 but in 17" so I could use the stocker toyos. now time to change the Toyos s replaced the rims with the tires.

These are ADR Sokudo10 rims
17" x 7
offset 48

Those look sweet! Thanks for the info and the pic. Still have these wheels?

[FlippyFloppy]

4.5 hours later......Washed, clayed, and waxed! Tuesday I tackle the interior!!

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0004-4.jpg
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0001-2.jpg
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0002-3.jpg
http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0003-3.jpg

[wmzda5]

somebody got dibs on it but if it doesnt pan out i'm gonna post it here for local 5 owners who's interested.

[mpvue]

4.5 hours later......Washed, clayed, and waxed! Tuesday I tackle the interior!!

http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/MazPro502/DSC_0004-4.jpg

it looks like you have the forward rack crossbar mounted backwards; the towers look like they are tilted towards the front.

[wmzda5]

The ADRs are sold. Thought I would need to sell it here. Maybe sold it cheap? Only 350CAD with rubbers good till fall.

[A1an]

Today I removed the pin stripe from the driver side fender. Removal is very slow going. Looks like it will be another 3-4 days until I can finish the job.

[Robotaz]

Today I flipped my car the bird.

[FlippyFloppy]

it looks like you have the forward rack crossbar mounted backwards; the towers look like they are tilted towards the front.

(wow)HAHAHAHA I never noticed that!!! Was that when when i bought it! Will have to turn it around....

[twintrbo]

I gave it a big hug after returning from vacation and having to drive that awful Chevy Malibu for a week. I think LT stands for Lousy Try in making a car. I never thought I could have so many complaints driving a car for about 100 mi! And I chose it off the lot because it was a car I would have considered buying!

[A1an]

She was tinted this weekend. Just in time for the FL summer. Pin striping is 3/4 gone on the driver side. Still need to start on the passenger side.

[FlippyFloppy]

Flipped the front roof rack around so it sat level.

[Kid5]

Replaced motor mount #3 and the vibrations are gone...I read somewhere that the factory one was filled with liquid and that explained the dried up liquid underneath the motor mount, when I took it off it was bone dried inside..no wonder it shook like a mofo. Anyways happy again with my 5!

[wmzda5]

Replace the MS3 front springs with Progress springs. Liked the combination with the drop of the MS3 rear springs.
http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/FRONT%20LOWERED/DSCN1222.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/FRONT%20LOWERED/DSCN1223.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/FRONT%20LOWERED/DSCN1229.jpghttp://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/wmzda5/FRONT%20LOWERED/DSCN1228.jpg

Took me close to 3 hrs to make the install. I'm happy with the Progress and MS3 spring combi, and I didn't need to install camber link. I will have to wait 2 weeks for the springs to settle before alignment.

[KBrian]

Jess, your 5 is one of the best looking on this forum. Well done.

[Tsuru]

Did an oil change this weekend and finished tinting all the rear unmovable windows.

[Kid5]

wmzda5 The 5 is looking Good!!!! Me Likes

[michupat]

Just got my new Mazda 5 before the weekend!

2010 GT, Leather, Stick. Getting windows tinted next week! Awesome ride so far, and the kids just love it.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4058/4654813294_9773b69d4d.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4654207143_e99ca3f6be.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4001/4654192675_e13b1e9090.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4009/4654190553_f6c770fa22.jpg

[P2K]

I test fit the Advans on the 5 today. The specs are 18x8.5 +45 235/40/18 and I needed to know if they fit. The rear sits perfectly flush but the front pokes about a half inch. I'm going with 18x9 Advans on the MS3 so these will eventually go on the 5 permanently once I buy the second set.

These pics should at least give people some insight as to what specs to choose in the future.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a210/P2K/Maz5/IMAG0036.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a210/P2K/Maz5/IMAG0054.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a210/P2K/Maz5/IMAG0056.jpg

[FlippyFloppy]

I packed the hell out of it for the weekend. Took my son camping. And drove it around Lime Rock Park Track for Mazda Parade Laps.

[Heat]

Just got my new Mazda 5 before the weekend!...
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4009/4654190553_f6c770fa22.jpg
I assume that you are in Canada. In the US you can only get the Sport with manual transmission.

Your leather seats - are the front seats really different colors? What color are the other seats?

[KBrian]

The option list is as vast as our country here in Canada :)

[Rockin03mp5]

I assume that you are in Canada. In the US you can only get the Sport with manual transmission.

Your leather seats - are the front seats really different colors? What color are the other seats?

the seats look to be the same color to me. my guess is that the sunroof is open, and the sun is bright on the passenger seat.

[michupat]

I assume that you are in Canada. In the US you can only get the Sport with manual transmission.

Your leather seats - are the front seats really different colors? What color are the other seats?
All black leather. Sun was setting...
And yes, here in Canada, you can get the Touring with Manual Transmission. Originally wanted Galaxy Grey, but Aluminum Metallic is growing on me.

[wmzda5]

Jess, your 5 is one of the best looking on this forum. Well done.

thanks KBrian


wmzda5 The 5 is looking Good!!!! Me Likes

LoL your 5's the one which inspired me dealers be damned haha. Cant go with 19s though road is too rough around my area.

[coolmazda5]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a210/P2K/Maz5/IMAG0036.jpg


Looking good! What is the wheel color?

[P2K]

Dark Gunmetal Metallic.

[coolmazda5]

Yeah, the pic makes them look black. Gunmetal gives it a good contrast to any car color (except the gray I have, but that is wife's :))

[P2K]

Yeah, same here. It's the wife's car but she complains about me always doing stuff to my car and not her's. So I have to do something to it, but it's not like I don't want to.

[Kid5]

Took off my ebay CAI today...just going to stick with stock set up with K&N drop in filter with no resonator. Some strange reason....no check engine light but it would hesitate if I didnt warm it up and when in reverse....would stall ( turn off repeatedly) Put stock back on and no problems...yeah well...Still love her...lol

[ljmattox]

Went past 7000 miles since new...no issues so far. Still saving pennies for a remote starter, fog lights, and some killer headunit upgrade.

[joeym509]

Went past 7000 miles since new...no issues so far. Still saving pennies for a remote starter, fog lights, and some killer headunit upgrade.

What year is your 5? I have a complete OEM remote starter for sale in the marketplace now.

[jimp]

Did an oil change this weekend and finished tinting all the rear unmovable windows.

Tsuru:
Are you doing/applying the tint yourself?? If yes, where did you get your tint from. I'm considering getting one of the pre-cut kits, but was wondering about the quality of the film and fitment. Cutting the film is a pain imo but haven't dealt with any pre-cut kits.

[Kid5]

Went down to Baltimore on Saturday to watch the Red Sox whoop up on the Orioles! Man I love my 5...Wish I could say the same about my 99 ZX2

[VenomDesign]

Added a momo racing seat belt... yeah :D

new rotors with new pads ( agressive ) lol :D

new DOT4 brake and clutch ... :D

[KBrian]

Added a momo racing seat belt...

Photos please

[ljmattox]

Gave my 5 its 7500-mile service. Geez, that came up fast!

Some notes:

1. First tire rotation, no particular problems noted. Very happy to find the lugs properly torqued, not air-wrenched into far-too-tightness.

2. Dang, these stock wheels/tires are heavy! Alloy or not. Sheesh, where's the linament?

3. Took photos of my 5 in the garage, on jackstands, have oil/filter receipt, photo of odometer "for the record".

4. Nice removing the filter this time, since the last guy who installed it (me!) didn't put it on over-tight.

Ah, the joys of self-maintenance!

[ljmattox]

What year is your 5? I have a complete OEM remote starter for sale in the marketplace now.

Dang, just saw this. Thanks, actually I'm going for aftermarket as the factory remote on our CX-7 had pretty limited range and two-way signalling would be great too.

Saw "Viper 5901" in your sig, have you been pleased with it?

[joeym509]

Dang, just saw this. Thanks, actually I'm going for aftermarket as the factory remote on our CX-7 had pretty limited range and two-way signalling would be great too.

Saw "Viper 5901" in your sig, have you been pleased with it?

Very pleased, I got it off of ebay for about 1/2 the price at shops I called, then it was $125 to have it installed. This one has up to a mile range, and has lots of other really cool things it can do.

[VenomDesign]

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/102_5184.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/102_5184.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/102_5179.jpg
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http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/102_5187.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh288/V3n0IVI/000_0016.jpg

[VenomDesign]

Photos please

Sorry, no pics of the seatbelt right now... but it's really nice. (mj)

[Robotaz]

Wow Venom, is that the furthest apart that you can put those jacks? I've never jacked mine completely off the ground so I don't know. That doesn't look really safe from behind my computer.

[VenomDesign]

It is really safe, that's the first thing i check everytime i jacked any car, especially when someone else is working with me.

[Robotaz]

Hmm, OK. I guess that's how I'll jack mine. I live near a big earthquake fault so the first thought when I think about jacking cars is how easily it can fall.

[VenomDesign]

LOL funny :D

[8.5x11]

Installed DDM HIDs...

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f13/xBrAcErPa/7df1bc5b.jpg

Installed JAF badge. Welded a sandwich bracket to attach through the grill honeycomb.

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f13/xBrAcErPa/92ecbd33.jpg

[VenomDesign]

I just beat that shit lol.

click on picture (video inside)
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y245/the_judge/th_IMG_0073.jpg (http://s6.photobucket.com/albums/y245/the_judge/?action=view&current=IMG_0073.mp4)


Here's another one (really really nice lol sounds)
http://vimeo.com/12521479

[Kid5]

DUDE! THAT SOUNDS SWEET!(couch)(drinks)(alright)

[Robotaz]

Haha, that is pretty damn sweet man.

[VenomDesign]

Thanks guys. It has been a really good day, nice weather , nice track condition and really nice people. I'm so pride of the work i've done to this 5 to make it like she is now. A really good daily drive with "a bit" of sports car feeling. I was faster than a lot of people expectation lol... expecially the guy with the Black Mazdaspeed 6 LOL.

[Robotaz]

Venom, did you take the bump strip off of the doors or did it come that way?

[VenomDesign]

I take them off ... very easy !!! 4 minutes and it was done.

[jimp]

Just finished installing some new comp speakers in the front doors with some deadener for good measure. Remarkable inprovement over the stock noise makers. Music is clear, has some depth, fullness and hear the different instruments now. Well worth the effort.

[mpvue]

cleaned my 5 tonight, 3 kids really make a mess!been wanting to wash the outside, but its been raining so much here the last few days.

[Rockin03mp5]

Set up an appointment at the dealer for the 5 again.

Going to try and get this front suspension clunk figured out.

Also, I am finally going to get the dang thing cleaned. The winter floor mats are still in, and are really annoying.

[Robotaz]

Listened to the suspension pop going around a corner with 17,000 miles on it. Fun!!

[Rockin03mp5]

Cleaned the outside.

Then the baby woke up.

Now I'm off to the dealership to get my touch up paint that came in, and then get some food.

[Tsuru]

Tsuru:
Are you doing/applying the tint yourself?? If yes, where did you get your tint from. I'm considering getting one of the pre-cut kits, but was wondering about the quality of the film and fitment. Cutting the film is a pain imo but haven't dealt with any pre-cut kits.

I applied the first batch of tint myself...then I re-read the local laws on tinting and had to strip it off before I got caught. I've got a brand new batch of Llumar ATR 35% acquired from a local shop that's going on tonight unless it really rains. I find the 5 easy to tint yourself. There's no deep pockets to reach into. The rear window is a bit of a pain since you have to do it in strips or know how to use a heat gun.

[KBrian]

Brought home a new couch and loveseat (two trips). It's amazing how quick others are to let you merge in front of them when you have a couch hanging out the back of your car :)

[jimp]

I applied the first batch of tint myself...then I re-read the local laws on tinting and had to strip it off before I got caught. I've got a brand new batch of Llumar ATR 35% acquired from a local shop that's going on tonight unless it really rains. I find the 5 easy to tint yourself. There's no deep pockets to reach into. The rear window is a bit of a pain since you have to do it in strips or know how to use a heat gun.

I've DIY before, but before the pre-cut kits, I agree, all of the windows look fairly easy to do/apply, relatively flat glass w/o much curve, the windows in the 4 doors will be the biggest issue due to getting it positioned along the edges. One site I visited suggested taking the weather striping out on the roll down windows, but not sure if I want to tackle that part, sure it would be easier, but how difficult the removal and re-install of the weather strips is something unknown to me. GL on your install.

[Robotaz]

I shoved 200 lbs of old clothes and shoes to take to Goodwill. I can see my closet walls again.

[coolmazda5]

Serviced the 08 today and indicated subtle but annoying vibration when braking. Resurfaced the rotors, and under warranty (?). Always thought it was tear and wear part but can't complain...

[skyhawk]

I waxed car, and put on the bra. Going on a long drive tomorrow.

[VenomDesign]

I sold my wheels... lol again and again :D.

Watch out for what is coming. ;)

[shyndashu]

I washed the car and......


NOOOOOOOOOOO MY FIRST DING. SCREW YOU BLUE CAR THAT WAS PARKED NEXT TO ME AT BEST BUY

[Kid5]

On Wednesday took the Kids to Dorney Park in Allentown,Pa in it, and Thursday took the kids to Wildwood, NJ in it...They Ate in my car, they changed in my car and they made a frickin mess in my car....I have to take it to wash it and vacuum the hell out of it ( sand and crumbs everywhere and chocolate chips on my backseats...ARGH!!!) but I'm too tired from all that driving and no sleep the last couple days...But she worked like a champ and made me love her more.I love my effin 5!!!!

[VenomDesign]

I bought a rear Mazdaspeed3 rear sway bar. I will probably powdercoat it before installing it.

[KBrian]

I drove to Victoria and back to the Comox Valley twice in the last 3 days to bring my M.I.L. for the holiday visit. 500km return, so I logged a thousand K in the last few days.

With just me in the 5, I drove the shit out of it, full throttle, redline shifts, 140kph blasts, and the tunes cranked. YeeHaw!

With Mom in Law shotgunning, I was more sedate with accel and tune volume, but still managed to cruise at 120K.

Love the 5!

[mpvue]

On Wednesday took the Kids to Dorney Park in Allentown,Pa in it,
went to Hersheypark yesterday, loved it! I'm 15 minutes from dorney, can't stand to go there again, WAY too ghetto for me, though it's a great park. hershey has a much more 'tame' crowd of people, more kid friendly, only 1.5 hrs from Easton.
all 6 seats taken, everyone loves riding in my 5!

[coolmazda5]

They Ate in my car, they changed in my car and they made a frickin mess in my car....I have to take it to wash it and vacuum the hell out of it ( sand and crumbs everywhere and chocolate chips on my backseats...ARGH!!!)

As tough as it is you may need to start thinking on buying a family car... oh wait ;)



On Wednesday took the Kids to Dorney Park in Allentown,Pa


went to Hersheypark yesterday, loved it!

Keep those good area suggestions and comments coming :D

[Kid5]

After washing her and vacuuming her ......I decided to take her up to Boston for a Red Sox game at Fenway and watch the fireworks on the Charles River. We were suppose to take my Fiance's Subaru but my Baby looked so shiny and clean we took her up. Watched the Sox lose, stayed on the Mass Ave bridge for 4 hours to save our seat for the fireworks get up to leave and the fireworks start..( I was pissed ...I was up since 3 in the morning and it was now 10:35pm...they started at 10:37) Anyways took her up to the Yankee Candle Store in South Deerfield, Mass....Awesome place...the Misses loves Yankee Candles and this place is huge...So put over 1,000 miles in one week and I got between 25.5-30 mpg with the A/C blasting....And all without a hiccup...I LOVE MY 5!!! best purchase ever!(rules)

[coolmazda5]

Watched the Sox lose

Daaamn, oh, off-topic :D

[Kid5]

Speaking of off topic.....As I'm trekking on route 2 towards South Deerfield ....on this 2 lane road I saw 4 Mazda 5's in the other lane...Most I've ever seen on one strech of road.

[A1an]

Today I attempted my first oil change on the 5. Whoever did the oil change prior to me (I bought it used) over torqued the drain plug and cartridge housing. I was able to get the drain plug out but I couldn't get the housing off with my strap wrench. Guess I need one of those specific wrenches. Will change the filter when I find an affordable wrench (dealer wants $30ish).

[99CivicSiR]

Today I attempted my first oil change on the 5. Whoever did the oil change prior to me (I bought it used) over torqued the drain plug and cartridge housing. I was able to get the drain plug out but I couldn't get the housing off with my strap wrench. Guess I need one of those specific wrenches. Will change the filter when I find an affordable wrench (dealer wants $30ish).

I've never had to do it, but heard if you drive a screwdriver through the oil filter and then turn it, it will do the trick.

[KBrian]

DO NOT drive a screwdriver through the housing that holds the filter. You may try that with a spin-on canister filter, but not with the open filter on most Mazda5's. Check the threads. Lots of info posted about changing the filter and who sells the proper wrench.

[VenomDesign]

Speed3 rear sway bar install.

broken link kit fixed.

broken ABS sensor fixed, broked by the damn link kit accident, who also did scratches my new wheels. :(


Now everything is fine.

[twintrbo]

Speed3 rear sway bar install.

How is the handling with the new swaybar?

[Robotaz]

I've never had to do it, but heard if you drive a screwdriver through the oil filter and then turn it, it will do the trick.

Now that is funny.

[Robotaz]

I've never had to do it, but heard if you drive a screwdriver through the oil filter and then turn it, it will do the trick.

Now that is funny.


How is the handling with the new swaybar?

I'm excited to hear the results also.

[twintrbo]

If you are pulling out of a sidestreet and making a sharp turn onto the main street, its really easy to spin the inside front wheel. I think its from the body roll and a rear swaybar would help that a lot! I spun it really bad the other day and the wife just gave me the eyebrow lol

[VenomDesign]

The handling is really great, i feel the back of the 5 much more and i have the feeling that i control it better, but i didn't have the chance to make a really fast turn... safety first when kids are on board with dady lol.

[ljmattox]

Just a light workout,to the landscape materials warehouse, and returned.

Load included:

Three adults
15 - 40lb bags of rubber mulch
1 50 yard roll of landscape cloth
1 section of 4" corrugated drain piping
A dozen potted plants

Yard guys couldn't believe they could get it all in there. But they did.

[Rockin03mp5]

Returned a few days ago from the trip to the Black Hills.

2 Weeks, 3200 miles.

~26 mpg on the way there. (into the wind... sometimes 30 mph winds)
~30 mpg on the way back. (wind at the side, and sometimes at our back)

Here are a few pics.

Before we left. Nice and clean. Freshly detailed.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_3553.jpg


The Badlands

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_3672.jpg


After some dusty mountain roads.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_3775.jpg


After the southern MN bugs.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/IMG_3869.jpg


As always, she was a champ. No problems, and was fun on the winding roads.

[joeym509]

Just returned from a 3700 mile 5 week business trip traveling wyoming, utah, nevada, arizona, and new mexico. All the seats are out so I can carry all my samples. Averaged 28.7 mpg over the trip, city speeds in the city and 80 mph on the highways. 5 was perfect the whole time, love it.

[mountjonas]

put on some yokohama s.drives after my fronts were toast (my fault, never rotated them). we like them so far.

[bryanj87]

I put in the cargo covers, liners, net, and all weather floor mats, and finished up the aftermarket HID install.

[clay282]

Took 3 Dachshunds to the park for a walk. Needless to say, the windows need to be cleaned now from snot as they bitched and barked at every car that drove by.

[M3SPT]

Swapped the crappy plastic steering wheel with a OEM Leather Mazda 3 wheel from a salvage company on EBAY. Best $35 and 15 minutes I've spent.

[coolmazda5]

Swapped the crappy plastic steering wheel with a OEM Leather Mazda 3 wheel from a salvage company on EBAY. Best $35 and 15 minutes I've spent.

Cool, any airbag issues?

[coolmazda5]

Did the inspection and finally changed the rear wiper on the 06, 10 bucks at the dealer.

[M3SPT]

[QUOTE=coolmazda5;5395732]Cool, any airbag issues?[/]

No explosion in my face and no airbag warning lights. I am claiming a fully successful transplant.

That said, I used the existing Mazda5 airbag and once I figured out that the connectors disconnect from the airbag module, rather than at the column like the steering wheel controls it was smooth sailing.

[twintrbo]

[QUOTE=coolmazda5;5395732]I figured out that the steering wheel control connectors disconnect at the column.

How do the controls work? Are they hard wired to the radio or do they transmit like an actual remote control? I know someone who used a programmable home remote to learn the codes from his steering wheel buttons so I know that some OEM's use that system. What I'm getting at is buying another set of buttons and installing in the rear console for rear audio control.(crazy)

Edit: Answered my own question, they are hardwired through the clockspring. I think you would just need to splice the wires behind the radio and the second set would work, just not sure what would happen if they were used at the same time. I dont think it would bother the radio, probably no different than hitting 2 buttons at once and I dont think it would happen often if at all anyway. Now its just a matter of how to make it look good :)

[Rockin03mp5]

Well... it isn't really what i did today, but more what i have done in the last few weeks.

I used the 5 to move a bunch of stuff into the new house. the funnest one was moving the 79'' long futon. (we didnt have a bed moved, and were already sick of the air mattress)

had to move the front passenger seat up most of the way, but it fit.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/Image008.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b269/nvonde/Image007.jpg

you can see that i used the seat belt to prevent it from moving into the driver!

so, after moving, i noticed the drivers side low beam was out. go go warranty!

got the oil changed and the bulb replaced. all set now.

[twintrbo]

I took a shower in my 5. I opened the sunroof after rinsing off the dirty work from the birds the night before. Word to the wise: If the car is sitting with the nose uphill and you rinse it off, take a REALLY good look at how much water is on the sunroof BEFORE you open it. I didn't know it could hold that much water and never expected it all to run in either! First car with a tilt and slide roof btw :)

[Rockin03mp5]

well that is a new one. lol.

[coolmazda5]

The TPMS dashboard light came for the 2nd time in almost 3 years. One of the front tires was low, I have the feeling it has a nail or so, Pumped some air, let's see. Oh, and in more interesting news, took the kids to the Crayola factory in Easton PA, they had a good time, along with the farmer's market across the street and their salsa contest :)

[Tsuru]

Salsa as in the dance or salsa as in the sauce? :p

[VenomDesign]

Salsa sauce for sure. lol

[Kid5]

http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3387/209/33465104002_large.jpg

I knew I saw alot of Mazda 5's today in Easton...Took the kids there today too. Small world

[southpawboston]

Swapped the crappy plastic steering wheel with a OEM Leather Mazda 3 wheel from a salvage company on EBAY. Best $35 and 15 minutes I've spent.

hey, this is exactly what i'm doing! but you got a better deal than i... i got my mazda5 leather OEM wheel for $50 on flea bay. i'm still waiting for it to arrive. i guess i'll use the opportunity to also replace the OEM headlight/turn signal switch with the fog light version i just purchased along with the OEM fog light kit.

so far i've installed the OEM roof rack, bumper step plate and soft cargo liner.

[Phoenix42]

Picked up the car up on Wednesday, so far I've only installed our toddler's car seat and decent floor mat - anyone want the OEM ones? I've the hard trunk liner on the way from the UK. No big plans, it is after all the wife's daily driver and brandy new!

[VenomDesign]

Damn, i like your ride Kid5... with a blackhousing it will really really look good lol.

[Kid5]

Damn, i like your ride Kid5... with a blackhousing it will really really look good lol.

Thanks! yeah I know ( about the housing) I'm just too chicken shit to bake them.

While in that parking garage I swear there were three 5's already there when I got there...I actually saw a Grand Touring ( i believe it was the dark grey) with the darker tail lights...I really like those. and when I was leaving ...there was a black 08+ one with Jersey plates right in front of the place with a mazda 6 following it

[coolmazda5]

I knew I saw alot of Mazda 5's today in Easton...Took the kids there today too. Small world

Cool, I was parked in the same lot, 2nd floor, I saw 3 Mazda5s, not yours though :D


Salsa as in the dance or salsa as in the sauce? :p

LOL, sauce, my dancing skills compare to those of a pregnant elephant (ugh) so no chance to be seen on those