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by playkool
Tue Jun 28, 2016 9:14
Forum: Engine and Drivetrain
Topic: engine mount
Replies: 2
Views: 2831

engine mount

hello, i have a 2008 mazda3i manual with 130,000 miles. over the weekend i accidentally ran over a log on 285 and now the whole car vibrate. I have it re-balance and alignment and still vibrate so I took it to mechanic and he say i need to replace a engine mount. This engine mount is under the coola...
by playkool
Thu Nov 07, 2013 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: 08 mazda 3 suspension
Replies: 11
Views: 3598

question when i change my struts and shock to KBY, should i also change the struts/shock mount? What do you think about these Dorman? AdvanceAuto do not carry KBY mount. Dorman - OE Solutions Upper Shock Mounting Bracket (for the back) Dorman - OE Solutions Strut Bearing and Plate (for the front) th...
by playkool
Thu Nov 07, 2013 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: 08 mazda 3 suspension
Replies: 11
Views: 3598

For $118, I'd go higher end than Monroe. KYB GR-2s are about $90 for that car, and they're a great shock for a DD. Tokico and Bilstein also make very high quality shocks. That said, almost anything will be an upgrade over stock units with 97k on them. Thank you, after a lot of research kyb is much ...
by playkool
Sun Oct 27, 2013 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: 08 mazda 3 suspension
Replies: 11
Views: 3598

What's the intended use and what's prompting the swap? Are you looking for stock replacement struts, or are you shooting for an upgrade? Do you plan to lower it? Any autocross or track time? Are you planning to do this yourself? I have a friend who did not change his struts and it the ball barring ...
by playkool
Sat Oct 26, 2013 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: 08 mazda 3 suspension
Replies: 11
Views: 3598

08 mazda 3 suspension

hi, i have a 08 mazda3 with 97,000 miles on it. I would like to replace the suspension. My question is that when do you change your struts/shocks and what do you think about the Monroe OESpectrum $118-. Right now advance auto has promotion of buy 3 get one free and if $40 off $110 using code a124. t...
by playkool
Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:14
Forum: Suspension, Steering, and Brakes
Topic: brake bleed ?
Replies: 7
Views: 4546

thanks just got confuse.
by playkool
Thu Apr 05, 2012 9:14
Forum: Suspension, Steering, and Brakes
Topic: brake bleed ?
Replies: 7
Views: 4546

SecondGenPAt wrote:most techs bleed just the service circuit. it does require a scan tool to activate the pump and cycle the hold and release valves to pump the old fluid through so it is a little difficult. You will be fine bleeding the service circuit only


So you saying that bleed just the front brake is fine?
by playkool
Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:14
Forum: Suspension, Steering, and Brakes
Topic: brake bleed ?
Replies: 7
Views: 4546

thanks for the fast reply. If the car need special tool but do not have one, do you think the mechanic should bleed the brake again but this time keep the fluid in MC fill and bleed all four brake untill the new fluid came out.?
by playkool
Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:14
Forum: Suspension, Steering, and Brakes
Topic: brake bleed ?
Replies: 7
Views: 4546

brake bleed ?

Hello, i had just replace my front rotors and pad. Is there any special instruction of bleeding brake with abs? because i took to a mechanic and he only bleed the front but refuse to do the back due to ABS....
by playkool
Tue Apr 03, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: brake fluid type?
Replies: 3
Views: 2203

Thanks
by playkool
Tue Apr 03, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: brake fluid type?
Replies: 3
Views: 2203

brake fluid type?

hello, i have a 2008 Mazda3 i 2.0 and i want to flush the brake fluid. What "dot..." should i use and any recomend brand ?

Thanks
by playkool
Mon Mar 26, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: transmission fluid?
Replies: 1
Views: 1114

transmission fluid?

Looking for manual transmission fluid for 2008 Mazda3i 2.0. Dealer selling for $12.50 a bottle. which one should i use the 75:90 or 85:90?
by playkool
Thu Mar 22, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: Good place to get tranny fluid changed?
Replies: 15
Views: 4343

I found this method of changing the manual transmission fluid on youtube. Do anybody know if it will work same as for 2008 Model? How do i know if the trans fluid is fill? I did not see the measure stick under the hood. Can trans fluid be overfill? Also is redline MT-90 a good motor oil to use? http...
by playkool
Fri Mar 16, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: 2008 Mazda3 Brake ?
Replies: 8
Views: 2557

well advance and autozone both sell crap, and the pads that firestone will put on will eat rotors like you wouldn't believe. (this is due to the pad compound that provides low noise and low dust) I prefer NAPA auto parts for the system in my car that is responsible for bringing it to a halt. I also...
by playkool
Tue Mar 13, 2012 9:14
Forum: Car Chat
Topic: Free oil change at Lakewood Mazda
Replies: 2
Views: 1465

Free oil change at Lakewood Mazda

Free oil change at Lakewood Mazda:lol::lol: this month only.



http://www.mazdaoflakewood.com/Mazda-Service-Specials.aspx#

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