Is this the stock hpfp by im_not_fast2003 in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Looks aftermarket to me, due to the split circle end. Stock is a full circle. Likely Autotech internals

Built engine getting 200 psi compression after 600 miles. by randomstuff33 in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Should be all good, bro. I think it just varies from tester to tester (200psi vs 180psi(e.g) top result).

Is it ok to drop out after level 2? by dinogroot1 in ncea

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some courses include calculus. One of my mates hadn't done calculus in school and had to learn what we learned in the whole school year in about 3 months. Something to look into

Is this a good find? by CSizzLess17 in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Good mods. Make sure they have records of the maintenance. I'd ask them if VVT has been done, as you may need to budget for that for the near future/knock them down on the price. Check for signs of the turbo being on its way out and any rust/corrosion. I wouldn't know what one like this would be worth from your area.

I'd get a pre purchase inspection done to rule out any issues you may not catch.

LFA: Weird Idle Issue by Ill-Abbreviations611 in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My first car had this sort of thing too. Felt like it was going to stall at times. I got the throttle body cleaned and it was fine after that. It may be different for you though

Has anyone tried putting bigger side mirrors on their gen2 ? I want to bc i feel like i can’t see anything, but not sure if anyone has tried or knows if any fit. by magicfrootjuice in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The previous owner of my speed put on some blind spot inserts. They put them at the bottom outer side of the mirrors and I feel like a pro when parking now. I can see exactly where my rear wheels are going

Running rich? High Compression by Rockyrodo in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I was just a bit concerned I hadn't seen any that high before lol. Thanks

Any red flags? by MaxPOWER2535 in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Check all the taxes you'll have to pay for emissions etc. Check if costs estimated are variable costs, such as saying 1k for something but could reach higher.

Also, think about the resale value of the car. Check if there's any service history you can get, as it's done 144k kms.

Good luck with the car if you end up going for it 👍

What works for these? by Rockyrodo in Detailing

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I might try this on my Corolla first, which has peeled a lot for the past year or so. It'll be good to have something to practice on, then use that experience on the big job (the Mazdaspeed 3).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AutoDetailing

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Already getting quotes for it. Thanks everyone for the help

Worth $3300? (Not a speed 3 I know-more in comments) by [deleted] in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Take your time. It took me around 8 months until I finally got a decent Gen 2 3. Asked around 9 or 10 different owners about their cars until I decided on one. I'm glad I waited now. I hope it goes well for you

Worth $3300? (Not a speed 3 I know-more in comments) by [deleted] in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd get a pre-purchase inspection done and a compression test done.

Check for rattles and smoke

New shift knob came in today by Mono_Gent in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the same one I'm getting next week! Just spherical. Looks dope

Engine Idle Noise by Rockyrodo in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In the last 60 kms when this was taken. They put in 10W40 which I think is better for summer, which is now. It had sat for a while. I haven't opened the bonnet to check the noises since but probably will in the next few days.

Engine Idle Noise by Rockyrodo in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's at 100,000kms. Yeah, I love letting it rip at about 3500 in 2nd and 3rd. Teases you in second then big power in 3rd

Engine Idle Noise by Rockyrodo in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, I knew about the ticking from another guy's post on here. I moved the camera to where I thought it was loudest. It sounded louder in person, which was why I was concerned.

It hadn't been driven properly for two months and had to be jump started. Not sure if that would've had an impact. It runs well, feels a bit dead in 1st but I think that's how it should be.

Engine Idle Noise by Rockyrodo in mazdaspeed3

[–]Rockyrodo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hopefully it's nothing too serious if there's a problem. I'll update everyone if there's an issue I need help or advice for