http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/ Mazda Forums (Mazdas247.com) is the largest and most active ALL-Mazda online community. Check it out and introduce yourself. See you on the Forums! en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:18:58 GMT vBulletin 60 http://static.mazdas247.com/misc/rss.jpg http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/ http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760120&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:25:38 GMT COBB Tuning is considering expanding its line of performance shift knobs into the MAZDASPEED3 & 6 markets. We would like to gauge the interest from the MAZDASPEED community to see if this is something we should start producing. Let us know if you would consider buying a COBB Knob and if you have a color preference. Here is a bit of background information and a few photos of our shift knob:



The COBB Knob is a fusion of the highest quality materials that, when properly mated, produce a shift knob that feels as good as it looks.The COBB Knob is designed to keep those extended shifting sessions exhilarating. The blue anodized billet aluminum base is internally threaded to provide a tight fit onto the shifter shaft that won't come loose in the most frenzied of gear changes. The matte black delrin knob has a perfectly round contour to fit right in the palm of your hand. The package is complete with a COBB logo boldly engraved into the base to let everyone know whose knob you hold. ]]> Travis@COBB http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760120 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760119&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:20:26 GMT Those of you who replaced your CBE and didn't drop the rear subframe, what did you use to cut off the stock exhaust.

Is there enough room to use this without making a mess and cutting the heat shielding.




Or is it better to use something like this




Then there is this cumbersome looking tool, but for very cheap. Similar to pipe cutters but designed for exhauts.

]]> Retrobmx63 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760119 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760118&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:14:45 GMT looking for a thunder mani, v1 or v2, tell me what your price shipped is!!!!!! just pm me looking for a thunder mani, v1 or v2, tell me what your price shipped is!!!!!! just pm me ]]> dstmsp03 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760118 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760117&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:06:57 GMT I've been getting ready to purchase a strut tower bar for the old war pony, and Derrick at Corksport informed me that all of the brands they carry will require me to relocate the cruise control bracket (and possibly even the a/c bracket) on my 2000 ES.

Have any of you guys done this? If so, just how easy a project would it be for someone totally clueless like myself to do? I've tried doing a search on here, can't find anything, so I'm pretty convinced that I'm doing something wrong. I've also considered removing the cruise control entirely, as I have no use for it, but had to reconsider in case I need to sell the car. Someone please help!! ]]> blackmica_es http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760117 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760116&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:02:14 GMT 2009 Tribute 4cyl FWD has about 6000KM it has weird vibration when it reaches 70Km/h from the pedal. it only happens once after starting the vehicle. What would cause this? 2009 Tribute 4cyl FWD has about 6000KM

it has weird vibration when it reaches 70Km/h from the pedal. it only happens once after starting the vehicle.

What would cause this? ]]> brisha http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760116 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760115&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:15:57 GMT Just looking for a recommendation for a tinter in or around Knoxville TN. I'm looking to 25% (1 Step below the legal limit) all around on P5.

Thanks ]]> Protegé based Appearance DRoyarcher http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760115 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760114&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:11:06 GMT So i've had my viper car alarm installed for a few years now, and I recently noticed that alarm will not trip. I remember when it was new, it was fairly sensitive. Now, I can beat n bang on the windows, doors, etc... and the alarm never trips. The only thing that will trip the alarm is if I open my door using the key. I have not adjusted or touched the alarm in the past til recently. I adjusted the sensitivity all the way up and still the alarm does not trip. Has my alarm brain gone bad or something? ]]> Tzar177 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760114 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760113&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:07:18 GMT So winter is almost in and I am seeing lots of moisture develop on the inside side of the windshield in the evening just as I am leaving work. And it's not like light fog which the car's heater can dispense.

It almost looks like heavy condensation to me. So what gives? Leak somewhere? ]]> peter.sellers http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760113 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760112&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:06:38 GMT Alright, so I have some extra cash and I think I've figured out what I want to do with it. I'm pretty set on getting FatMat from ebay, the set for $150, the P5 is just waaaay to noisy. I'm probably going to get the new pioneer DEHP710BT and here's my question. Will this last item work?

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_514REC1...=detailed_info

I'm pretty sure the car has the receivers but when I bought it they did not have any fobs. Has anyone used this?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

(bike) - I just saw this and thought it was funny... sorry for the random moment. ]]> DRoyarcher http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760112 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760111&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:03:16 GMT I thought this presentation was interesting - http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/rotary/16x/ I thought this presentation was interesting -
http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/rotary/16x/ ]]> R-X-R http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760111 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760110&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:58:39 GMT Just would like to see if anyone else has noticed or is experiencing their a/c compressor cycling on and off for no apparent reason. In the case my car I noticed it started happening when I would hear the cooling fan turn on in the engine, despite the fact that it was not hot outside nor was... Just would like to see if anyone else has noticed or is experiencing their a/c compressor cycling on and off for no apparent reason.

In the case my car I noticed it started happening when I would hear the cooling fan turn on in the engine, despite the fact that it was not hot outside nor was the a/c on including the defroster. This has started happening with more frequency and I am wondering if this is normal or is it something that warrants attention. Most of us know that IF you use the "auto climate" setting in the car, the a/c will run most all of the time.....even if you set the thermostat to 82 and its only 40 outside the a/c indicator light illuminates every time ? Odd behavior to say the least, if anyone has experienced similar actions please share. Also if anyone has a valid explanation as to why this is occurring, that would be welcome as well. ]]> WWNJCX7 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760110 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760109&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:39:35 GMT Hey guys just wanted to drop in and say I have been cruzing around this site for about 4 months now looking at pictures and just learning about the car in general. I finally pulled the trigger last wednesday and came home with this Image:... Hey guys just wanted to drop in and say I have been cruzing around this site for about 4 months now looking at pictures and just learning about the car in general. I finally pulled the trigger last wednesday and came home with this



I am really happy with the car so far. Let me know what you guys think. right now the only mods are a set of coil overs, and a ms cai. I dont want to get to crazy with performance mods I did that with my last car.







That car was a monster and fun to kill anything on the street, but now I wanted something a little more civilized, fun, and decent gas milage, and to have a little utility since I do a lot of cycling and other stuff. I am a big apperance guy and I am thinking about putting a set of black rx8 wheels on my ms3. Any other wheel ideas and feed back would be great.

Thanks ]]> MS3 Lounge + Welcome area Nagger Two http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760109 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760108&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:33:34 GMT Went to my nearby Mazda dealer for service today, for my 08' CX7. Now, I did not buy my 7 from this dealer but I did get my 07' MX5 there. I have used them for all my oil changes and have always been extremely satisfied. I was greeted by "Kirk" the service manager, always a real friendly guy. I laid out what I wanted, oil and filter change, tires rotated and other fluid levels checked etc. I then mentioned that I had a faint clunk or creak from under the passenger side that has showed up lately and was most notable while shifting from forward to reverse and back. He immediately buzzed a number and within a minute or two a mechanic showed up and checked it out with me. He heard the noise and said fine, we'll take care of it right away. Well about forty minutes later Kirk came out to the waiting room and said "your all set Rich" and told me they replaced a motor mount, handed me the bill and my keys and said have a nice day. Total for service and repair $60....can't beat that kind of service anywhere. Five stars for Towne Mazda of Orchard Park, NY. btw..no more clunk. As a side note, you hear so many horror stories about bad dealer service, it's nice to be able to report something good. ]]> CX-7 Lounge + Welcome area jackDupp http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760108 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760107&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:29:13 GMT I just got a set of dark graphite katzkin leather seats off of eBay for $220. I am planning on installing them myself, and I was wondering if anyone else has any experience with katzkin? I have plenty of time and tools. I would like to know if there is any special procedure or if caution is needed... I just got a set of dark graphite katzkin leather seats off of eBay for $220. I am planning on installing them myself, and I was wondering if anyone else has any experience with katzkin?
I have plenty of time and tools. I would like to know if there is any special procedure or if caution is needed in certain areas. Thanks in advance for any suggestions or help. ]]> 3rd Gen Appearance JReichle1 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760107 http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123760106&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:25:42 GMT TRZ POLY rear motor mount. $75. shipped Image: http://i341.photobucket.com/albums/o392/CHIEFSMS3/DSC01060.jpg TRZ POLY rear motor mount.
$75. shipped

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