Yes. Had to disconnect the wires from the connection point that is inside the car, as there is no connection points on the outside, only sockets for the light bulbs.Did you have to replace the sockets and wires in order for the signature tail lights to work?
So often, installers use the impact to install and only check with a torque wrench. It could be waaay over-torqued but as long as the wrench clicks they are happy (but I'm not).... was glad to see the installer used a torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts instead of the air gun.
The red stripe on bumpers reminds me my 1985 VW Jetta GLI which has the same red stripe on both bumpers only on GLI trim from factory.Applying red stripes to the bumpers (front and rear).
Even my wife said it looks great for $10.
'22 Turbo White.
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FWIW Spend the money on the lug nuts, it makes a HUGE difference.I got my rims powered coated in gloss black, plastic-dipped the logo on the centre caps, and added the McGard black chrome nuts. So worth it! Here's the link to my Stormtrooper conversion, but I've attached a pic of the wheels below.DecidedView attachment 313895 to paint my exhaust tips black rather then spend money on buying black ones. Worked out fine I think and didn't cost me anything. Back of the car is done. The only chrome left are the lug nuts and I can live with that rather than pay over $100 for black ones. Done and done.
Yes agree. I got mcguard blacks for $40 for my powder coated anthracite. Makes a huge difference( like a lady in a hot red dress wearing heels instead of tennis shoes). Look around for the best deal... I think I posted before...i checked mcguard website, napa, advance auto and Amazon, etc. Prices vary widely.FWIW Spend the money on the lug nuts, it makes a HUGE difference.I got my rims powered coated in gloss black, plastic-dipped the logo on the centre caps, and added the McGard black chrome nuts. So worth it! Here's the link to my Stormtrooper conversion, but I've attached a pic of the wheels below.
FINALLY got the Stormtrooper setup about right for my 2017 CX-5 GT (Canada)
2017 CX-5 GT (Canada) Finally, after having this vehicle for about 18 months, I’ve got it just about where I want it to be. This is what it should have been in the first place, but in reality I’m glad they didn’t come from the factory like this, because then mine would be exactly the same as...mazdas247.com
FWIW Spend the money on the lug nuts, it makes a HUGE difference.I got my rims powered coated in gloss black, plastic-dipped the logo on the centre caps, and added the McGard black chrome nuts. So worth it! Here's the link to my Stormtrooper conversion, but I've attached a pic of the wheels below.
FINALLY got the Stormtrooper setup about right for my 2017 CX-5 GT (Canada)
2017 CX-5 GT (Canada) Finally, after having this vehicle for about 18 months, I’ve got it just about where I want it to be. This is what it should have been in the first place, but in reality I’m glad they didn’t come from the factory like this, because then mine would be exactly the same as...mazdas247.com
you got 20 nuts/locks for 40$?Yes agree. I got mcguard blacks for $40 for my powder coated anthracite. Makes a huge difference( like a lady in a hot red dress wearing heels instead of tennis shoes). Look around for the best deal... I think I posted before...i checked mcguard website, napa, advance auto and Amazon, etc. Prices vary widely.
Yes. At the time it was either Amazon or Napa who had the lowest prices depending on vendor, I found the same exact mcguard nuts for prices between $40 and $110. You really need to shop these. That extra $70 buys alot of tools, Starbucks, etc.you got 20 nuts/locks for 40$?
i remember back in 2019 i bought 4 locking nuts for 23$ on amazon. i have my winters on now so i have about 4 months to look around for 16 nuts and 4 locks in blackYes. At the time it was either Amazon or Napa who had the lowest prices depending on vendor, I found the same exact mcguard nuts for prices between $40 and $110. You really need to shop these. That extra $70 buys alot of tools, Starbucks, etc.
Yeah at the time, Amazon was about $9 per 4 pack and Napa was about $13 per 4 pack. Others were charging up to $25 per 4 pack.i remember back in 2019 i bought 4 locking nuts for 23$ on amazon. i have my winters on now so i have about 4 months to look around for 16 nuts and 4 locks in black
Yes, yes! One of the major reasons why I’ve always been trying to change the oil by myself!⋯ Last oil change was at dealer when they had vehicle to check for warranty issues.
The Drain plug was welded on/overtorqued from dealer. Was able to get off with alot of leverage. At the point you need to run a pipe over your breaker bar, means the plug was over-torqued.
Luckily the oil pan does not appear to be cracked. But this is just one of many reasons, I prefer to DIY or have my local mechanic work on my vehicle.
Last oil change was at dealer when they had vehicle to check for warranty issues.
The Drain plug was welded on/overtorqued from dealer. Was able to get off with alot of leverage. At the point you need to run a pipe over your breaker bar, means the plug was over-torqued.
Luckily the oil pan does not appear to be cracked. But this is just one of many reasons, I prefer to DIY or have my local mechanic work on my vehicle.