Recent content by 08M5GTGSP

When you've got to get to work, sometimes you grab what's closest, and think about consequences later, unfortunately. I tried taking pics with my cameraphone (5mp), but it doesn't seem to want to focus closeup. Will keep trying & post when I can get clear pics.

"How much do you LOVE your Mazda 5?"

Thanks. So, does this stuff REALLY work, or is it just some "as seen on TV" thing? O-M-G.... Just noticed the name in the URL. HOW HILARIOUS!!

Hmmm.... I've never, ever found the performance of the 5's engine lacking. I have more than enough power to keep up with, or overtake, traffic or pull out on a busy road. Plus, I've driven everything from Honda Accords to Land Rover LR3's, and find the 5 very mechanically refined. I can't...

Can a good detailer get rid of paint scratches - pretty major ones? We had several inches of snow back in March, and for lack of anything else, I used a.... wait for it..... putty knife(!!!) to remove snow/ice from my car. I thought I could keep it just off the surface, but no such luck. I'm...

I so disagree. Although I think it's a shame that manufacturers think they have to come up with totally different products for N. America, I really like the new 6 we get here. My 5's barely a year old, so won't be trading soon, but if I were, I'd take the 6 over ANY midsize car out there based...

I love the basic design of the Mazda5 (on my 2nd one so far), and am glad to see they've added lots of upscale features , but will there be any total redesigns coming soon? They've been using this basic design for some years now, haven't they?

UPDATE - Sorry, have been VERY busy! Since the weather warmed up, have noticed a HUGE difference in NVH (for the better). Weird, but seems that when the temp is 75 F or above, the tires ride so much better. Just makes me dread the cooler months ahead. Never noticed this in any other tire/car...

Speaking of Bluetooth, when I synced my Bluetooth phone up with my '08 GT last year, no one, but NO ONE could hear/understand me when using it. They kept telling me to speak up, but I was nearly yelling as it was. Of course, dealer couldn't replicate the problem. Is Bluetooth in this car just...

I haven't noticed any change, really...

I actually did do that - bought a set of General Altimax HP's back in Oct. Even "upsized" to the next size width to gain a small amount of sidewall for added flex. They do handle wet pavement better, and maybe there's a small hint of improvement in impact harshness, but the quietness that the...

What About the Other End of the Spectrum? I LOVE the sporty look of the 5, but in day-to-day driving, I'm looking to find ways to make the experience a little quieter and smoother. I don't need super-grippy performance, just safe handling. Would softer shocks help at all with taking some of...

I've had a more crackling-like sound from around my windshield for months now (at first only in cold weather, but now, whenever I hit a bump). The car's been back to the dealer several times, and they've tried everything from replacing the clips, to having a glass place re-seal the entire...

Seems with all the high-tech computerized simlulation technology these days, manufacturers could come up with lightweight, cost-effective ways to mitigate noise in less expensive vehicles....

I get a noise from both sliders when it's cold (mid-30's and below). Don't know if it's something mechanical inside the doors, or maybe cold seals rubbing(?). Any ideas?