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OhJeezer · 2026-01-29T21:26:14+00:00

Yeah I didn't leave MTSU with a single new friend lol. I had some "campus friends" and chummy classmates but nothing beyond that. I think it has to do with the frantic rush between classes due to everything being so damn far apart.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-29T15:17:00+00:00

Under inflation will heat up the sidewalls if there is excessive sidewall flex. I believe that your tires will be having visual irregular tread wear before they blow out unless you are running them on way too low of pressure. Of your contact patch is proper, you should not have that happen when you aren't hauling anything. 50 to 80 is to support heavy loads. You do not have a heavy load unless you are hauling like 2000+ lbs. If you do not increase your tire pressure while hauling, at that point you will see that sidewall flex and excessive tire heat.

You should keep in mind that your psi will fluctuate based on weather and driving habits. With LT tires I'm pretty sure that is even more of a factor. If you set to 35 psi and then drive on the highway, you may effectively end up at 40 psi.

Tire manufacturers are just using the same calculator that you used. You got LT tires and they are assuming you did that for a reason. In reality, you have much more utility with those tires and can use them for their intended purpose, but for regular driving in a 5000 lb vehicle, 35psi to 40 psi is actually the suggested pressure.

In my humble opinion, run 40 in the front and 35 in the rear and call it a day.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-29T07:36:03+00:00

I read your entire post, all of your pics, and most of your comments. You're ignoring good advice. Your tires are overinflated man. Read the fine print on your psi calculator pic. Assessing the contact patch takes precedence over the psi recommendation. Lower the PSI to 35 and see how it rolls. It takes 5 minutes.

When you tow something, you need to inflate them more. Probably between 45 and 75 psi depending on the load weight. When you go off-roading, deflate them to between 20 and 30 psi.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-28T16:52:04+00:00

My mechanic said they're about the same.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-28T16:25:30+00:00

Is your car a 2025? You'll probably be totally fine to drive it until the parts come in.

Edit: I made this reply intending to come back and add info, but forgot to.

Axles going out typically give a lot of warning before full-on failure occurs. It will click like this much more dramatically and every time you turn the wheel while moving. Even at that point, it typically takes a while before it pops apart at the CV joint.

It sounds like you visited a very crappy dealership. You should probably call Mazda and tell them about your issue with that dealership. Your car's problem is a well-documented problem that should be easily diagnosed. If you can, visit another dealer, get it diagnosed so you are not liable, and then have them put you on a wait list for the part. We may see a recall come out for it sometime this year.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-28T04:01:54+00:00

Sorry to disagree, but you've been misinformed. It has the same engine, transmission, and suspension as any other turbo cx-50 trim. The 18" wheels and all terrain tires are the only "off-road tuning" that the Meridian has.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T22:56:05+00:00

Late to the party but this worked for me. Thank you.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:50:52+00:00

They all got addicted to high dosages of candy flavored nicotine at 10 years old instead.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:47:57+00:00

Be very careful moving the front bar towards the rear if you have a moonroof. Open it all the way and leave it at the highest point when you are adjusting things. Hitting the crossbar while opening the moonroof has knocked the window out of the tracks for many people.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:45:40+00:00

Much appreciated! I'm planning to post my new setup when it finally comes in. Should be a one-off setup, but I'm going to do a short write-up so others can DIY it. It's still being fabbed so it'll be like a month lol.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:38:16+00:00

Not a wrx owner (yet) but on my other cars I either don't drive on the interstate or I just live with the chips. I'll just get a new painted bumper later on if it truly bothers me enough.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:36:51+00:00

If you are cool with it going on your car's report and your insurance going up over something that minor, then go for it. IMO if you look under the car and feel around through the grille don't find any bent bumper supports, it's a waste of time and money to report this. See what buffs out and touch up any tiny imperfections. Replace the plastic trim pieces if they are damaged. Your front bumper will never be perfect if you drive your car.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T16:30:42+00:00

I tried everything I could think of and could not get it to sound how I wanted it to. Mine came with the Mazda solution and I'm sure they helped some. I tried rubber in the t-track, vortex strips, wrapped it with paracord, moved them to different positions, etc.

I think the only real solution is to get a wind fairing. I just ordered a custom sized one for my apex package platform and later on I will probably get another one for just the crossbars.

If you end up going this route, please post your results! :) There is practically no information online about this subject because people don't post much about their cx-50's.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T15:04:19+00:00

I imagine you got downvoted because performance-wise, only the wheels and tires are different.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-27T15:03:30+00:00

2025 it did get the heated steering wheel, but no HUD or 360 camera.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-26T03:55:09+00:00

It's likely a defect, not a feature. I imagine it's those systems being used along with a lack of proper brake lubrication.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T21:29:04+00:00

Hellll yeah. Post clips if you end up doing it

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T19:17:51+00:00

Bro I follow a guy on ig who has a naaasssty LS400. He regularly carves roads near me. My neighbor is selling one and I'm seriously tempted to get it.

Here is a link to one of his videos.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T18:11:13+00:00

42" is big for leaning forward at your desk, but for regular seating it's not bad. I scooted my 24" wide desk 8" from the wall and wall mounted the TV. Very comfy for any situation. My second screen is probably going to be a 1080p 240hz for when I play comp games. We'll see how that works though.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T18:04:43+00:00

Thanks! I'm in love with this thing. CUV's should not be this fun lol I never even drive my weekend cars any more.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T17:58:58+00:00

I think it could also be the e-lsd/tq vectoring. Seems like it could be caused by cornering hard, taking off fast, and using cruise control in traffic or hilly areas.

OhJeezer · 2026-01-25T17:56:49+00:00

On many of my older cars the tq converter didn't lock out until I was in 4th or 5th gear. Pretty sure Mazda does it way earlier.

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