I recently purchased used OEM seat covers (0000-8K-L15) set to cover up my interior and I'm already loving the soft neoprene-like material, especially on high wear areas. There are multiple pieces that individually cover head rests and arm rests. Totally factory option quality...
I didn't weigh them prior to tire installation but they feel just as heavy as stock. I'm not too concerned about performance since it's just for commuting
I put on my brother's dearly departed Mazdaspeed Protege Racing Harts onto my Mazda5. Perfect size and fit:
The MSP was an early model so the wheels are silver. Newer versions are hyper silver and are darker.
Forgot to add the last bit of this install, the final wiring job. I happened upon a wrecked 2009 Mazda 5 touring in the junkyard, same model as mine. Engine and front end was gone so I was able to get a better idea how the wiring is laid out and grab a bit of wiring to study and use.
Main body...
I guess I should update:
1) Lights are installed! Easy to make a bridge connector from halogen plug to ballast plug:
2) You can see the connection here. I'm glad the seller had a pig tail included:
3) Headlight Leveling switch harness is tucked behind the switch blank confirmed!
4) Puchased...
I just bought a cheap nearly brand new service manual/wiring diagram on eBay for my Mazda5 since I like adding something physical to reference when working on cars. Here is what I learned about the requirements to convert to oem xenons from halogen:
"Discharge" type combination headlights is...
Thanks for the info. I'll prowl the Mazda3 forums a bit more since its similar. The best solution is to look for a Mazda5 GT model in the junkyard for all the required parts. But I'm willing to wire things up myself.
Thanks for the tips