Recent content by Kofinator

Dave, Agree with the notion that the 5's head unit is the worst. However, I replaced it years ago with a Sony with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from Crutchfield, installed rear camera, and recently an under seat subwoofer. Also, all 6 speakers replaced. Crutchfield wiring harness and PAC...

Hey, all-- Wondering how to remove the plastic cowl thingy (name?) under the windshield wipers. Has anyone done it to try and seal the bottom part of windshield for reducing wind noise? I did it for my Subie, and it wasn't the easiest thing due to plastic push mount toggles that break off...

Anyone else have this problem? With my '12 Mazda5 Touring it gets stuck in 3rd gear around 10-15 mph. In my opinion, hardly any car needs to be in 3rd gear at this speed. Scenario: slowing down to turn, or go over a speed bump, or come to an intersection (not stopping totally to 0 mph), then...

Anyone else have this problem? With my '12 Mazda5 it gets stuck in 3rd gear around 10-15 mph. In my opinion, hardly any car needs to be in 3rd gear at this speed. Scenario: slowing down to turn, or go over a speed bump, or come to an intersection (not stopping totally to 0 mph), then then...

I can chime in on having a Curt hitch. I've always admired the construction and look of the Curt hitches. Compared to Hidden Hitch, the smooth roundedness and lack of hollow ends looks superior. However, since my 5 is a 2012 year model, my input may not be too helpful. It took me 2 days to...