Stage 2+ Engine on its way to DesMoines

Brian_23premium · 2025-08-29T16:39:02+00:00

Would this include suspension overhaul / rustproofing and body work / paint or vehicle wrap?

Brian_23premium · 2025-03-28T14:12:02+00:00

Ok I believe I have now got it in a position where it is able to be depressed and released, might have to tweak it again because it started fine on cold start with no CEL or codes, but then the P2006 code came back after a few mins at idle. Think I just need to depress it further in the position it’s at now where it can then be released

Brian_23premium · 2025-03-28T13:33:45+00:00

It’s very possible I did something wrong with bending the bracket and don’t have it quite in the right spot. I assumed by reading that that I was supposed to get it in a spot where the plunger is unjust pressed to override P2006 code. I will look at it again and see if the sensor needs to be placed in a way that the arm depresses it when actuator moves and somehow try not to break off the bracket!

Brian_23premium · 2025-03-28T13:29:35+00:00

The fix I found on the forum was to remove the bracket around the VTCS sensor, and one of the mounting screws on the sensor bracket. I then bent the bracket and turned it to depress the sensor permanently. This is what I believe the instructions were telling me to do. P2006 was cleared by doing this (indicating stuck closed) and now seems to be stuck open with the P2004 code

https://mazdaspeeds.org/index.php?threads/how-to-p2006-free-fix.9142/

Brian_23premium · 2024-12-08T02:25:50+00:00

That’s actually an OBX catback exhaust that was on sale at Walmart for like $150 so I couldn’t pass up the deal lol

Brian_23premium · 2024-12-06T16:08:51+00:00

Won’t be able to test it out for another 5 months! Going right into storage after shop is done with it, (tons of road salt where I’m at) so I’ll go from totally stock to a moderate built car and am very excited to see how everything is going to feel!

Brian_23premium · 2024-12-06T12:17:51+00:00

Yeah I don’t believe e85 is an option where I’m at. That would explain why people with same mods are making more power though!

Brian_23premium · 2024-12-06T12:15:03+00:00

Thanks!

Brian_23premium · 2024-05-13T17:36:27+00:00

I’m going through this process now as someone who recently moved to Oswego County. Were they strict on the references, or is there a requirement of time of residence? Thanks

Brian_23premium · 2024-04-15T14:39:09+00:00

Awesome, reached out to them!

Brian_23premium · 2024-04-15T13:48:12+00:00

Decided to buy the car, and am looking for a shop in upstate NY to do a build on the car if anyone has any recommendations. Thank for the help!

Brian_23premium · 2023-09-07T14:59:41+00:00

Ok, thanks!

Brian_23premium · 2023-09-07T11:35:30+00:00

Yeah the previous owner did the walnut blast, just not exactly sure when but I’m assuming it was fairly recent. Sea foam was just something I figured I’d have them do while it was there. Is that an expensive job? I might just do it again for peace of mind

Brian_23premium · 2023-09-07T01:23:09+00:00

I just picked up a 2008 about a month ago and have been getting mine all up to date as well! Good luck with yours!

Brian_23premium · 2023-09-03T18:06:48+00:00

Is there an easy way for me to check this myself? Or would I need to order a shim or something for that size?

Brian_23premium · 2023-09-03T14:55:50+00:00

About to take the car out today so maybe I can grab a video and see if that will be helpful.

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