Recent content by Darklighter

Our 2008 5 just got diagnosed by the dealer today with the power steering issue. What happened was I was reversing when all of a sudden I couldn't turn the wheel and thought I may have accidentally shut off the car somehow or engine died. Pressed the gas and was still moving then I noticed the...

Something's wrong when a Mazda5 costs almost as much to ensure as a BMW 328 coupe. Thank you ICBC. Dkaz, that's about how much my wife pays for insurance on her 5 ($1850 or so).

Ummm ... yeah, that would be easier, wouldn't it? (yes) This is why I shouldn't be thinking at 4:30 in the morning ...

I was finally able to price out the parts with the assistance of a helpful parts person and it didn't seem to bad. $260 or so for the flip tray itself + bottom bin + bolt. Only problem is that a new side rail maybe necessary according to the parts guy since there were two options in the...

Has anyone tried this retrofit? We have an 08 GS model I'd like to add this to but have no idea what the required part numbers are. I haven't had much luck finding an online parts catalogue so far. Any help would be appreciated. (bowdown)