Recent content by cohocarl

Here in MI, I experience about a 3 to 4 mpg difference between summer and winter.

Great write-up/how-to!! I am a big fan of "how-to's" on these forums. It is very valuable information for others to tackle the mod, even if it is not done 100% exactly the same way. THANK YOU!!

Location: MI Driving Style (Grandma, Normal, or Ayrton Senna): Grandpa/Normal Engine: 2.5i Flat 4 Current Mileage (km/mi): 17,000 Oil Type (and viscosity): 0w20, 5w30, which ever was available when needed Oil Change Intervals (km/mi): 6,000 mi Oil Amount Used/Added Every 2000mi/3200km: 1 qt...

Thanks for the reply. Please give us an update when you get the new one.:)

I've done a lot of searching, but can't find a definite answer on if the Metra "AX-MAZUSB" usb adapter will work on my '15. I would like to retain the original Mazda usb/aux outlet in center console with an aftermarket stereo if possible. From what I have read, the "AX-MAZUSB" adapter only...

Thanks for the reply and info.:) Looks like you did a nice job.:) I had to lighten up your pic, but I see you ran the wires up through the "rear heater duct". Excellent idea. Can't get more protected than that.:) How do you like the Pioneer 4ch class D? I have the same unit N.I.B waiting...

I've replaced the dash speakers with 3 1/2 coaxial Pioneers w/ base blockers, and a pair of 8" Lanzar 3 ways in the doors. And yes, even with the inexpensive 8" Lanzar's, the S.Q. improvement is absolutely amazing. At the very least folks...get some nice 3 1/2's in the dash.(guitar) With the...

True, the quality may be spotty with some of the "China" units, although personally from a few I have seen, I have been impressed. It would be a benefit to have an O.E.M. unit in it when it comes time to sell though. (Even with the bluetooth and gps issues)

I am tempted to try one of these: Replacement CX-5 Android or: Non-android Here's a post over on a Mazda 6 forum of a member's swap.

I've only had my CX-5 for about 36 hours, so I haven't done anything to it yet. But I plan on putting in 8" midbass speakers in the front doors, and put in a pair of 3 1/2 Pioneer 2 way's in the dash I pulled out of my oil burning 2014 Subaru forester before I traded it in on the CX. I am...

Planning on putting some 8" mid-bass speakers in the front doors, and I would like to figure the maximum "width" of MDF I can use for the speaker mount to be able to pull the speaker away from the window, but not so far that it hits the door panel. I would like to thank the O.P. for the...