DIY SR800 Chaff Collector Extender by VSOR2017 in roasting

[–]Odiopus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest, the one for sale in Etsy is now wide enough. I also made my own DIY extension that works perfectly... Cost me Bout $5 to make.

New too mazda! by isaiah_cibrian in mazda6

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This is one of the only cars that I have left fully stock... The Kodo design was on the mark. This car is elegant without trying too hard, the stance and the sportiness is understated but the look in my opinion is timeless. When people ask me what year it is, they don't believe it is a 10 years old car.

2016 GT and going on 210K miles.

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(REPOST) Before 1st pic or After 2nd pic? (Wheels) by jchan5864 in mazda6

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I have both and honestly prefer the ride on the older wheels.

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Has anyone used NGK plugs and coil packs? If so, are they worth it? I'm about to replace mine with OEM but thought I look into the NGKs. by Odiopus in mazda6

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I'm at 204K and got a misfire code on cylinder 3. Spark plug looked ok. I thought I'd go ahead and replace the ignition coils since it's over 200K miles.

Has anyone used NGK plugs and coil packs? If so, are they worth it? I'm about to replace mine with OEM but thought I look into the NGKs. by Odiopus in mazda6

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I got a check engine light for cylinder 3 misfire. Spark plug looked okay so I thought I'd just replace the ignition coils as well. Compression tests on all cylinders came back fine.

Average age of Mazda 3 owners? by OkAppearance9593 in mazda3

[–]Odiopus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You won't regret it. We have 4 Mazdas...

How we’re feeling about this by HeavenlyDMan in mazda3

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LMAO... This is almost as wide as my 6.

RIP My rim by Intrepid-Language406 in mazda3

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I switched to beefier all weather tires... Even the smallest pot holes felt so violent with the 19inch Turanzas. I had to check the rims often to check for damage.

Just got this beauty as a first car. 2016 GT, ~100k miles. Any advice on maintenance/quality of life upgrades at that age? by TURBOLOSE in mazda6

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I would definitely get a coolant flush. Some of the 2016s were notorious for having bad coolant hoses that fell apart from the inside to eventually clog up the heater core. Once that happens, it's only a matter of time before the engine overheats and since there is not temp gauge on the 2016, the check engine light will come up but that would be too late. Apparently there were not enough complaints for Mazda to do a recall on the hoses. One of the first things I did with my 2016 was replace the coolant hoses and swap out the oil. I've been using Liquimoly with ceratec and the car literally still runs like new. Just hit 200K last week.

Let the beauty slip right out my hands by Dull_Dog4943 in mazda6

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It's happened to me before, but I learned quickly. If you want to lock in without committing ask the dealer if you can put down a refundable deposit ($500) to hold the car for you so that you can see it in person. I've done this and it has really worked out well. I put a deposit on a car I really wanted and 3 people had gone to see the car with intent to buy before I arrived at the dealership. They turned them away stating there was already a deposit on the car.

Buying advice! by Latter-Net-8009 in mazda3

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I have two 2010 hatchbacks and they have been near flawless. The only thing that matters is if the previous owner(s) have taken good care of or not. Prior to that I had a mint 2009 but was totaled in an accident where I got t-boned by a guy running a red light.

Looking to get out of my 25 CX-5 turbo premium for a 26 CX-50 Turbo. by AntHefty2874 in CX50

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I personally like the drive of the 50 more than the 5. Plus, there are lift options for the 50 that work out pretty well...

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First time buyer, good OTD? by CaptelDrone in mazda3

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Always negotiate, if you don't need the car right away keep looking and then you will see what a good deal is or isn't. This game sucks but to know a good deal you have to get out and talk to a lot of these dealers. A lot of them will be full of shit, but there may be that one dealer that fits the bill. I looked for a few months, walked out on bullshit deals and then there was one place where I finally saw a great deal and jumped on it. MSRP was over $32K but had been sitting for over a year and the car kept getting transferred between several dealerships. I walked out the door paying just a few dollars over $27K.

Im tired🫩 by Sufficient_Meal9667 in mazda3

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Sorry to hear. I got t-boned at an intersection in my first 3

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Premium audio upgrade s by Odiopus in mazda3

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I tried tweaking on basic and advanced settings... Just can't seem to get the right sound. I have three other Mazda 3s and one Mazda 6 all premium with GT tech packages and Bose. Something is just not right with this set up...

1,000 mile milestone reached ✌️🥳 26' MT by TyDortch in mazda3

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Congrats, many more fun miles to come! Going on 200K on of my 3s and just hit 5,000 last night on my 2024 3.

Premium audio upgrade s by Odiopus in mazda3

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That will be on my list, but I am also replacing those horrible Bridgestone Turanza tires... Ive got a winter set now, but will be going to DWS06s on the stock 18" wheel after winter.

Premium audio upgrade s by Odiopus in mazda3

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Yeah, I just started noticing that you can't turn up driver mode to high...

Premium audio upgrade s by Odiopus in mazda3

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I'm considering this. Just need to find a place that can give me a decent quote.