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When the dealer changed the oil, do you think they filled the engine with the regular 2.0L or 2.3L (non-Speed) quantity? How much does the service ticket say they added? Did you see or check the dipstick after that dealer changed the oil? That shortage of "consistent oil pressure & feed to...

Thanks guys! The '-30 degree' video that LukeP posted is exactly what I have going on, after parking outside when it's below 25F (typically after I leave work, because it's garaged overnight). In reading some of the other threads / comments, it doesn't sound like there is a permanent fix for...

Does anyone else have a Speed3 that makes a lot of squeaky / creaking / suspension type noises when it is extremely cold? As the temps dip to around 20 degrees F, here in SE Mich, I've noticed that when I leave work and go over the 3" speed bumps (2 mph or less) and rougher / "wavier" spots in...

When you said, "Bad thing is it wont turn over."....was that with all 4 of the plugs In or Out?

I had the Dunlop Winter Sport M3's on my RX8 for the past 3 winter seasons here in SE Michigan. Great tire in dry, wet and deep snow conditions. Tire feels like a nice all season, performance tire (as advertised). Unfortunately, even though the Dunlop Winter Sport M3's are 225's, I'll be...

Has anyone had any trouble with letting the TPMS light stay illuminated on the IP for the whole winter tire season? Any issues with light burning out? Or triggering another PCM action / warning light / ABS issue?

140,000 miles....you're likely due for a timing belt. Have you gone to Murray's / Autozone / Advanced Auto Parts, etc...they can usually run the "codes" for you for free in just a few minutes. If you see a P0300, 301, 302, 303 or 304 code then you have had a mis-fire event in at least that 1...

I'm averaging about 26.5 mpg going 32 miles 1 way to work, 5 days per week at 70% highway (74mph cruise control). Minimum city driving and zero highway driving on weekend. Best ever, per tank: 28.9mpg......worst ever: 24.3mpg I did the same thing you're doing now......asking actual owners...

What does anyone know about the so called "dry ice" dent removal technique? If you're unfamiliar with this, basically you take a piece of dry ice and wrap it once in a cloth rag (to prevent it from sticking to the paint) and then hold it over / against the dent. Apparently the extreme cold...

I would suggest a rebuilt engine that is from a company that Mazda certified as being "OK" or "Mazda Approved". Mazda is very particular about re-manufacturing engines, tolerancing, etc. You'd be most likely in my opinion to find a compatible engine by asking a Mazda service center what they...

Martispeed, I hate to say this now, but what made you think it was oil starvation after it ran fine for over 100,000 miles? That is why I was asking all of the other detailed questions. Sounds to me as if you had a part fail which spread metal contaminates throughout the engine or some other...

The Rear Oil Seal Retainer (ROSR) is the seal that bolts to the ladder and block around the crankshaft's flange end. The flange end of the crank is the end that the flywheel bolts to. You have to make sure that the ROSR's lip is not "rolled" when installed, or else it will leak oil into the...

What all did you replace? Or was it a certified repair shop? Rear oil seal retainer? Rod and or main bearings? Rod / piston assembly? How did you realign the block to the ladder and ensure bearing position? How did you set the timing?

I would suggest you pressure wash and use a degreaser (brake clean or other type) to clean off all of the oil from your engine. Then blow off the moisture / water with an air hose. Then add flourescent dye to the oil. You may have to buy this at an auto parts store, but it shouldn't be too...

Martispeed......Your situation has me a bit confused. Can you post some pic's of what you have torn down? And what you see when looking up into the crankcase? I'd like a picture of this item: "Man the aluminum peice that surrounds the bearings looked like s***." Are you referring to the...

Go to the tirerack.com, winter tire and wheel combo / set section. You can get 17" aluminum rims and blizzaks or graspics, mounted balanced and shipped to your door for cheap I always buy from the tirerack (walt or reggie) and they are always cheaper than local places. Plus they actually...

Martispeed....what happened to the ticking situation? Was the compression test done? Is it a manual transmission?

Is there a Monroe County station list? Does anyone know of a Monroe County Michigan station list?

Turning on DIS on a Sport model MS3 Thanks for the replies. I have the Sport model though and not the GT. That is why I was asking about being able to "unlock this info" vs just hitting the regular buttons on the center console / IP to see Ave MPG, etc, etc. I'm going to try the '07 style...

Hey, new owner here - help me out please. I read about being able to turn on the DIS portion of the center console's display that gives you Instant MPG, Ave MPG, Miles to Empty, etc. Only thing is, they were talking about '06 and '07, 3's that have the "set" button. '08's don't have a set...