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Hi On the sites that advertise advanced keyless entry replacement transmiters and keys I believe I read instructions for programming the transmitter and key without having a Mazda Dealer/Service Center do them. Any info? Only the Best to You gary

I found two Mazda "Smart Keys" on eBay...thanks. Is there a specific "Smart Key" that matches my VIN, or will all "Smart Keys" work with my car?

Hi Does anyone have a source for replacing the original MSP6 GT remote keyless entry fob and accompanying key with same? Mazda is $225.00 for the fob and approx. $25.00 to $35.00 for the key. Plus between 1hr and 1 1/2hrs. for programming.

Thanks for the input. Which rims are you looking at? Tires? Thanks madboy

Hi Everybody Has anyone tried 235/45 tires on stock wheels realtime on the road? Has anyone tried 225/45 tires on stock wheels realtime on the road? Rolled or unrolled fenders? Especially the 235's on the road experience... I'm considering Michelin Pilot Sport PS2's, stiff sidewall, good wear...

$14xx.xx for the TSB fix/warranty charge. Different car... Much easier to drive... Steering is a little heavier...a plus.

Mazda Huntington Beach authorized the clutch job... Really nice about it... Should be done around the 24th/25th... Had to order some parts... Loaner is Mazda3 1.8 Sport... Now I need to find a rear bumber assembly and install it, hit for the third time in 18 months in a parking lot...

Clutch I'm sitting in Beach Mazda, Huntington Beach, CA. as I write. They're looking at my MSP regarding the clutch TSB. They were not aware of the TSB either. I won't settle for he softening approach. Not good and not nice. da Gaz

Royal Purple Switched to RP from Mobil1 today...thanks.

Clutch I'm calling Beach Mazda of Costa Mesa, tomorrow. I sold Mazda's for awhile, a customer fried the clutch on the demo car on a test drive. $1500.00 is what our shop charged warranty/Mazda. Everything directly behind the engine has to come down. Thanks for the post.

Stuff Any special tools? TWM over Mazda shifter? 2.5" Magna Flow vs. ETS... Please tell me what factors made the decisions... Very envious... Only the Best to You gary

Next Mod, Mazdaspeed6. I've added a Mazdaspeed Cold Air Intake. My '06 MS6 is now pulling 6500 rpm consistently/smoothly on Shell 91 octane in CA. I'm considering the next mod. The downpipe from CP-E looks great. I need a cat in my state. The Cat is a $150 option on CP-E's site. How much of a...