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    I was cleaning out my trunk and found a surprise...the bad kind...

    Check if you have an automotive paint supply store locally. They will sell a seam sealer made just for this application so it will look factory. If not do a net search for the same (seam sealer) brands like 3M or SEMS come to mind.
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    I was cleaning out my trunk and found a surprise...the bad kind...

    Not so fast. It very well may be normal. dxaveP5 said he too had the same type lumps, bumps or funky spots as he referred to them as. Keep in mind these bodies are made from flat sheets of steel that are stamped using dies. In this process the metal shrinks and stretches which can give it...
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    I was walking through a Mazda Dealership...

    It's 2010 already! Just think the 2011 models are already in mock up! Most of the o-10 models don't do much for me however, I bet they are a hoot to drive.
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    Loose suspension noise...

    The noise could be from several things to include the CV joints. Yes, they can make this type noise when worn. Usually you here them when making a turn but not always. Get a friend to physically shake the car side to side and up and down while you look and listen (hood open). Like someone...
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    Damage Report... Help me assess this...

    If you have any local vocational technical colleges they may have an auto body class where you may find someone willing to do the repair at a more reasonable price. Also a class like this may be something you may consider signing up for in case you want to do additional work yourself in the...
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    87 323 turbo parts swap?

    That's what I figured. I saw a roll back dragging old cars out of the woods next to my brothers house and among them were the two 87 323's I didn't know they built them with 4 X 4 (AWD). Any way the owner said something about selling them on E-Pay and I thought good luck!
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    87 323 turbo parts swap?

    Are there any parts from a 1987 323, with the 1.6 turbo 16 valve engine, all wheel drive (AWD, 4X4), five speed manual that can be used on later model Protege's?. I ran across two that will be sold cheap.
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    Car accident...advice on repairs please!

    If you have no experience with auto body repairs and attempt do do it your self then you could possibly turn what the body shop is charging $350 in a $3500 mistake. Then again, if you have patience, the right tooling, some proper guidance (Vo-Tech school type) you should be able to complete at...
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    New member needs schoolin'

    Hope this works. Pics of car before trip to body shop.
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    New member needs schoolin'

    The pictures will haft to wait until the car gets out of the auto body shop. Right now it's a stock, red, 02.5 with moon roof and about 65K miles on it. First, I want to tint the windows then look into wheel/tire and suspension upgrade. I'm not looking at any engine mods now. There is still a...
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    New member needs schoolin'

    I'm new to the board but not to Mazda. I've been reading lots of post in several different areas and have some questions with more to follow I'm sure. First a brief intro. I'm sure I'm a lot older than most here (46) hell, maybe the oldest! I prefer to do all my mechanical work and have...
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    April / May 2009 US Mazda5 Sales

    Well I guess I contributed to the 505 Tribute sales by purchasing one on 30 April 2009!
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    Driver door 02 Pro 5

    Looking for drivers door to fit a 2002 Protege 5. Perfer a complete door assembly red if possible. Closer to Georgia the better. Phone contact 478-918-6779.
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    Years of body style change (Pro 5)

    I'm assuming it must be a Pro 5 and not a regular sedan?
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    Years of body style change (Pro 5)

    Hello, newbie here with an 2002 Protege 5 which I purchached new. It's a great running car however, I need a drivers door. What years will fit? Anyone know of Mazda specific salvage yards?
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