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  1. kdaug

    Pirelli Scorpion as plus 3 on CX-5 reviews?

    And even though they are referred to as "All Season" tires I would never run them in the snowy northern winters which I experience. That's why I run separate winter tires and my Pirelli's in the spring, summer and fall.
  2. kdaug

    Pirelli Scorpion as plus 3 on CX-5 reviews?

    I only run my Pirelli's from spring to fall, and not in the snow, as I have separate winter tires. I will be on my 3rd season this summer and they have been terrific performers, better overall than my last all season Michelin Premier LTX tires. Quiet, grippy, good in the wet and no V or H. I'd...
  3. kdaug

    Pirelli Scorpion as plus 3 on CX-5 reviews?

    I live in Atlantic Canada...definitely in the North, relative to the US. FYI, I bought my Pirelli Scorpion AS +3's at COSTCO.
  4. kdaug

    Pirelli Scorpion as plus 3 on CX-5 reviews?

    I too am now running Pirelli Scorpion A/S +3's. I ditched my fast wearing OEM Toyo's about 3 years ago to get these Pirelli's not long after they first came out. I did a lot of comparisons on the Tire Rack website between these and the 2 other tires I was considering...Michelin CrossClimate 2's...
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    2.5 NA Cracked Cylinder Head with Oil leaking...How common is this?

    We also have small claims court in Canada. Each provincial small claims court has varying degrees of maximum claims, but here on the east coast in New Brunswick where I live the maximum claim is $20,000 (Canadian), where, amongst other claims, you can sue for defective or damaged goods.
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    Mazda Canada OEM Liners vs All Weather Mats for slushy snowy salty areas?

    I have owned both the 3D MAXpiders and currently the Mazda (Canadian) OEM all weather mats. I love the look of the OEM mats with the CX-5 badge, and the fact that they go up the sides to help contain water/snow, and, completely cover the dead pedal. The OEM's are constructed of the same...
  7. kdaug

    On the fence...CX-5 20” wheels vs 19”

    I suspect that the squishiness you feel is what gives those A36's less vibration and harshness that some other tires experience.
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    On the fence...CX-5 20” wheels vs 19”

    Interesting...as I found the OEM Toyo's handled really well until they started to wear, which many agree wear out way too soon. Of course, I, like many others moved on to another longer lasting brand (like you will be doing) when replacements were due.
  9. kdaug

    On the fence...CX-5 20” wheels vs 19”

    Same for me...19" for summer and 17" winters. My summers are Pirelli Scorpion AS +3's, and my winters are Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2's. Best tires, hands down!!!
  10. kdaug

    2.5 NA Cracked Cylinder Head with Oil leaking...How common is this?

    Apparently, most of the cracked head issues seem to be happening with 2.5L NA models with CD but there have also been issues with the 2.5L turbo models. The NA CD models I believe tend to ooze oil out of the cracks in the head in the rear of the engine between cylinders 3 and 4 just above the...
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    2.5 NA Cracked Cylinder Head with Oil leaking...How common is this?

    The reference I was making here was not the proof of what has caused the heads to crack but what some followers on this forum have suspected, whether it be for the non-turbo or turbo models. See post #245 in general. Reference to over-torquing of the manifold bolts is mentioned in posts #35...
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    2.5 NA Cracked Cylinder Head with Oil leaking...How common is this?

    Since my NA, 2.5 CX-5 with CD is a 2018 model I dropped into my local Mazda service department today (here in Canada) to enquire about cracked heads on 2018-2021 NA 2.5L CX-5's with CD and if they had replaced any. I was surprised when the service manager told me that they had replaced between...
  13. kdaug

    I want to buy a 2023 CX-5. What are the major issues?

    I had about 1/2 way up the hood(from the leading edge above the grill) and over to the black plastic around the front wheel wells, front bumper, the roof line from the front window to the sunroof, A- pillars up to the level of the sunroof, painted part of the wing mirrors, and the top of the...
  14. kdaug

    New CX-5 Carbon Edition owner

    I'll echo the choice of the U Guard Maxpider 3d mats. They are an excellent choice, BUT, the OEM Mazda Canada mats look even better (with the CX-5 emblem) and are also made by U Guard. I have owned both of these mats over the years. They both completely cover the dead pedal which was the main...
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    I want to buy a 2023 CX-5. What are the major issues?

    Whichever model you choose I recommend getting (PPF) Paint Protection Film installed on the front of your CX-5. Mazda paint easily chips and the PPF is money well spent IMO.
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    I want to buy a 2023 CX-5. What are the major issues?

    My dealer detailer has 3 different levels of clean. Because I have been getting it done by them for years I am now getting a discount. I get the top level clean which includes cleaning/detailing the inside(including carpet shampoo), outside wash, wax and polish, wheels and wheel wells. Because I...
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    I want to buy a 2023 CX-5. What are the major issues?

    I get my CX-5 detailed at the Mazda dealer once a year. The detailer mentioned in passing he thought that Mazda paint and/or clearcoat were a bit on the thin and/or soft side resulting in more stone chips than usual as compared to (some) other brands. I'm thankful I had PPF installed when my...
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    Still tire shopping for my 2021 CX-5, staying with stock size. Suggestions?

    I was looking for a replacement for my oem Toyo's, due to premature wear and looked at the Conti LX25's, Michelin CC 2's and the Pirelli Scorpion AS plus 3's. Don't get me wrong, the Toyo's were a great performing tire but who wants to buy an expensive tire then have to replace it way to early...
  19. kdaug

    Down to 3 tire options. Opinions Appreciated!

    Yes... I too was able to get my Pirelli's at COSTCO here in Canada, where they have always carried Pirelli, Michelin and Bridgestone.
  20. kdaug

    Down to 3 tire options. Opinions Appreciated!

    I bought Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3's last year to replace the oem Toyo's that had worn out. After comparing the ratings on the Michelin CC2, Conti LX25 and Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 the Pirelli's won out. I am extremely happy with them after a year. P.S. I ran Micheli Premier LTX's several...
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