+2 on this point as well.
Whatever you do, walk in with financing in your back pocket. Be it through Mazda, a CU, or other bank.
Also, go to another dealer.
I'd call dedicated fabrication shops and see if they can't just offer the time or otherwise recommend a place. People in the know, know.
No contacts via your HVAC crowd?
It's not always the case that the "wiggle test" nor the turning is the issue. I replaced my front bearings prior to the winter and the only indication was an over 20 mph "wop" noise.
Once I took the bearing off - no slack in it - it made plenty of noise just rotating it.
Get yourself some...
There are only two wires and two coil packs (which generally aren't replaced unless you have other issues).
The long reach plugs: everyone has had different experiences based on their setups and expectations.
Well, I've *never* been able to find it at any parts store. From what I gathered, the stores only have the Penzoil Synchromesh flavor (less the FM component).
I know some people have been able to find it, but in the 5-10 stores that I casually check to see if it's sitting on the shelf when I...
It's mounted to the bottom of the TB. You need to remove the throttle body to do any decent attempt at a cleaning. Watch the screws as they're soft (zinc/bronze) and you may end up stripping them.
Go to your GM Dealer, and ask for AC Delco Part 10-4014 (GM #88900399). It's the Synchromesh Manual Transmission Fluid + FM (Friction Modified).
And along with considering changing your master/slave cylinders, try to adjust your clutch pedal. It needs a tweaking after a while as other...
If price is an issue, check out the prices at your local Autozone. The Duralast packs are identical to the Mazda ones (same manufacturer, markings, Made in Japan, etc).
Levin Tire (NW Indiana, ya'll...)
http://www.tiredealersites.com/46322/default.asp?ID=243&PageData=28646&P=0 (went to the Hammond shop.
6901 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Manager: Ron Redard
Phone: (219) 228-1227
Fax: (219) 845-9250
The Highland shop also has a Hunter machine.