Recent content by k2white

I guess Im not understanding what you and speed3type2 are saying, what do you mean by "do not go WOT under 3k rpms"...................driving a stick doesnt require mechanical background or understanding, it requires hand eye coordination. 90 percent of Germans drive stick and Im pretty sure...

Tried lemon law, in OK, got turned down, attorney said not enough same crap and car too old (16mo). He basically told me to go blow a couple more engines and call him back. Any ideas...

When asked if the cam timing slip was anything I or they could have caused the dealer said the manufacturer sets the timing at the factory. Whether it is SOP to test, verify or validate the manufacturer I dont know. I can say that through this whole experience the dealership, Walzer Mazda in MN...

clunking noise I too have had this clunking from day one and have had 3 dealers look at it and tell me there is nothing wrong, its on the right rear of the vehicle. The bolt is tight as I can tell. Sorry to hear others have problems too but glad at the same time that its not all in my head!

I bought my speed3 in Feb07 so Im guessing it was one of the firsts, I love the car but it has become a love/hate relationship. I had the engine recalls (bolt, seal, actuator) taken care of early on, Oct 07 at about 8,000, may not be relevant but it was the beginning. then at 12 months and...