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Hey gang. I searched and didn't find anything on this specific problem so here we go: 2004 3s Hatch. Alternator went bad a couple months ago. During this time the radio (stock) went out. Changed the fuse in the cabin and it worked for a few minutes before the radio went out again. This time the...

Really had no choice but to replace the pads this weekend. Looked around and ended up with Brake Best Select from O'Reilly. Seem to be working just fine for what I need. Ultra quiet and plenty of stop. Anybody need a set of Hawk HB748F.605 for the rear? I'll sell 'em for $55 and ship for...

I know Hawk makes both. I called them. Protege Garage doesn't seem to sell both.

How awesome is this? I ordered my parts from Protege Garage (which took 2 WEEKS to get in). Go to change my pads and rotors.... wrong pads! Mazda made two different pads and PG is only selling one of them. I called Hawk to confirm and they said even the VIN won't be for sure on which you...

Has there been a post anywhere with a video or step by step instructions on the brake replacement process including rotors? I have searched and haven't found anything. Also, when you say brake fluid cap are you refering to the resivour under the hood? Thanks as always!

I ordered the Centric rear rotors (coated) and the Hawk HPS rear pads. Just normal, everyday city driving so I'll let you know how they go when they're on. Thanks for all of your input!

Anybody have thoughts on Centric rotors -the plain ones without slots etc? They are listed along with Hawk pads on the Protegegarage.com site. Other options for plain old rotors for the rear? From the dealer is almost twice as much as the Centric.

Did I miss somwthing?

Well now everybody has be scared that Hawk pads aren't going to fit in the calipers on an early 04 build. Called the dealer and they want twice as much for MAzda parts. Sheesh. Next question is what a good, reliable, inexpensive replacement rotor is to match the Hawk or other pads? Pretty...

So in the EARLY 04 case (mine, crap) the Hawks pads and rotors may not be the best choice? I have never had a squeak or much of a grinding noise until now that they are almost toatly shot. Just a lot of rust build up after over night rain or sitting in humidity without driving for a while...

So if I'm reading right the Hawks arent' going to work so well with an early '04 build? I bought it 6/04. Ir really just want to get these changed but there are so many damn choices. I don't know whether to laugh or buy one of the sets on ebay that is slotted and comes with pads (for the hell...

I found this awesome new website. www.torque.tv It is streaming, on demand, video of all things engines... cars, trucks, and cycles!!!! You get what you want when you want it. No crap because you pick when you want to watch. No more TiVo etc. I love it sine I travle I can check in on the...

Can someone please explain to me how to access the switch panel to the left of the steering wheel so I can add switches for lights and etc? Do I have to remove the dash and wheel housing? Also any tricks to get the panel off around the cig ligher for access under there? (monkey)

Can someone please direct me to the thread with description of how to unwire the defrost from constantly using the air cond? I want to do that. Living in the Rockies sucks to drive around needing AC while travelign up a 14000' mountain. thanks

Just wear it The beep is good. Now I find myself wearing my belt in every car I jump into by force of habbit. Now that jealous Ford Focus will see me in court instead of in the ground!!!!! Not wearing a belt..... (drunk) (bike) (butthump) (angel)

Clips are friendly I put on my pedals and noticed the big silver clips stick out the bottom. OMG I thought this is crap. Looks like a 5 year old (well in a way I am) put these things on or at least designed them. Anyway my point is.... a little flat black hobby paint cleans then up really...

Panel toggles? How did you get the toggle panel like that? Is that an aftermarket I can find for some reason? xxx

Raided my kitchen too Hey man I raided my kitchen too and found the same old cheesegrater you tore apart to make those pedal covers (enguard) No man that is really cool, unique... not that stuff you go into a shop and they sell to everyone. I almost did that and was glad I didn't. Found out...

Leased ride I take it with my car being leased I should leave these things alone? Is that the case for exhasut and intake as well? Don't know if I will but it out yet. I guess I coudl always replace the intake and exhaust. xxx

Just wanted to see what people in Colorado (Denver) have been throwing under their hoods lately. I'm just going to begin my first ever tuning attempt with this car. It will be slow and not too much glam to start. But then again I have to eat too. xxx