IrishMidak
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- Mazdaspeed 3 GT
Family biz so the rates will be $0. (alright)
Upgrade a Speed3 to Heated Mirrors
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Family biz so the rates will be $0. (alright)
That helps a lot. I still suggest taking the stock mirrors off and looking inside before ordering any parts. Good luck and let us know how it goes.
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- 2021 3 AWD 2.5T
these things should NEVER be driven in snow! These mirrors shouldnt be an option 
these things should NEVER be driven in snow! These mirrors shouldnt be an option
Please. It's an econobox. A FAST econobox, but this isn't a Ferrari.
major error
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- 07 Mazda 3 GTS HB
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mx119racer
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Do you know if this is the same for Mazda 3s???
I would be almost certain if it is an '07. Before that I don't know. Try sending Jason a note and he will know. Mazdapart@gmail.com
They're the same on both the MS3 and the regular Mz3, just different paint codes depending on your color. There's a great walkthrough on adding the heated mirrors with just the glass portion and how to run the wiring on mazda 3 forums by billm (I think he's a member here too). It's a little more involved than the full mirror replacement, but it will only cost you about $85 instead of $200.
I know onlinemazdaparts is a little difficult to work your way around, but Jason's also really good about ordering stuff over the phone, or via e-mail. I actually ordered a new rear wiper while I was still in Guatemala via e-mail. It was waiting for me when I got home.
It's kind of odd that he sent you black mirrors. I brought this mod idea to him a year or so ago (maybe more now) and the prices he was giving then were for factory color-matched mirrors so there wouldn't be the need to switch the covers. He actually had a set of lava orange ones in (those were the sample ones he ordered initially), but I just didn't have the cash for them.
My next mod is either going to be these or window tint..... haven't decided which yet.major error
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- 07 Mazda 3 GTS HB
well, this was an amazingly simple swap. I think it took maybe 30min tops.
The only places I would elaborate are on the sail panel and the shell swap:
The sail panel has a pop-connector centered just above the tweeter. In the 3rd picture, you can see the 2 hinge-points that hold the bottom in. Pop it off from the top as suggested, and the rest kind of hinges off...
The shells actually have 3 pressure-clips. The third is in the bottom/outer corner. Start with it first (you can use your finger to dislodge it), then work your way to the top/innermost clip. I didn't have to use much effort.... holding the lower corner out a touch while turning a key in the space between the clip & housing was enough.
I think there's more chance of snapping the hinge clips on the bottom if you aren't careful reinstalling.
Decidedly good timing on the arrival of these parts....the white stuff made a cameo appearance today >.<
The only places I would elaborate are on the sail panel and the shell swap:
The sail panel has a pop-connector centered just above the tweeter. In the 3rd picture, you can see the 2 hinge-points that hold the bottom in. Pop it off from the top as suggested, and the rest kind of hinges off...
The shells actually have 3 pressure-clips. The third is in the bottom/outer corner. Start with it first (you can use your finger to dislodge it), then work your way to the top/innermost clip. I didn't have to use much effort.... holding the lower corner out a touch while turning a key in the space between the clip & housing was enough.
I think there's more chance of snapping the hinge clips on the bottom if you aren't careful reinstalling.
Decidedly good timing on the arrival of these parts....the white stuff made a cameo appearance today >.<
Yes they are factory installed and work with the rear defrost. I know 150% on the GT models...not sure about the reg 3's however.
IrishMidak
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these things should NEVER be driven in snow! These mirrors shouldnt be an option
I did plenty of snow driving in mine already and will possibly do more this weekend when I go upstate. Of course, the stock wheels are off and I got my 16's with snows on.
Silver Ecstasy
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I know i'm reviving this from the dead, but I have a few questions.
I found a set on ebay for $56 a piece, but for some reason the base doesn't look the same.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MAZD...m14QQhashZitem140272924121QQitemZ140272924121
Also, I noticed Irish said he ran 16's in the snow. Which wheels did you use?
I found a set on ebay for $56 a piece, but for some reason the base doesn't look the same.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MAZD...m14QQhashZitem140272924121QQitemZ140272924121
Also, I noticed Irish said he ran 16's in the snow. Which wheels did you use?
Need mirror drive
I upgraded mine the hard way last week (new wiring and all) & broke a ball putting the glass back in. You know you can help me: You bought the whole assembly (you're smarter than me-- much easier install) and now the old mirrors are sitting around doing nothing. Sell one to me?
I need the driver's side motor assy. Local to Baltimore? I'll pick it up. I have an '08-- probably can do with any year parts...
Thanks
Martin
I upgraded mine the hard way last week (new wiring and all) & broke a ball putting the glass back in. You know you can help me: You bought the whole assembly (you're smarter than me-- much easier install) and now the old mirrors are sitting around doing nothing. Sell one to me?
I need the driver's side motor assy. Local to Baltimore? I'll pick it up. I have an '08-- probably can do with any year parts...
Thanks
Martin
I have a set in my shed. PM me if you want some parts.
