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    Difficulty with MT 1 - 2 shift

    I have a 2010 Hatch with the 2.5 and 6sp MT. Shifting from 1 to 2 is difficult, especially at 5K rpm or over. Unless I make a VERY definate pause at the neutral gate I "beat" the synchronizers, with the sound called "grinding the gears." Of course its the synchos that are suffering. Going up...
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    ScanGauge and DashHawk?

    I've just become a Mazda owner - 3s, 5 door, Bose/sunroof 6 spd - and the lack of coolant temperature, oil pressure and amp/volt meters is distressing. I like to know when the temp is "off the peg" so I can get on it. ScanGauge and DashHawk look like possible solutions, without the "agony" of...
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    Rust buckets??

    Since I'm thinking of buying a 2010 Mazda3 five door I've been reading reviews and scoping out whatever info from owners I can find. I've read posts of early rust on 3s and Protoges, and complaints about "thin paint." RacerXGirl thought some Georgia owners might share their experiences...
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