Search found 38 matches

by scorpio_vette
October 7th, 2012, 6:30 pm
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: learn alphabet soup, what should i fix, or give up and sell?
Replies: 6
Views: 1246

Re: learn alphabet soup, what should i fix, or give up and s

First, you're expecing a car that you got for $900 to not need work? Kinda high expectations, it's doable, but you need to do much searching and get lucky. Personally it sounds like you jumped too quick on that car and didn't look at the big picture on what it needs before you bought it. Not sure w...
by scorpio_vette
October 6th, 2012, 10:42 pm
Forum: General Mazda MX-3
Topic: learn alphabet soup, what should i fix, or give up and sell?
Replies: 6
Views: 1246

learn alphabet soup, what should i fix, or give up and sell?

Please Remember that this is my first import, and my first "weird engine" (camshafts belong down in the dungeon, not inside the valve cover. WTF???) that i've contemplated working on. The Problem I have is a 92 mx3 1.8L manual trans 1) can you guys give me a crash course on your alphabet s...
by scorpio_vette
October 6th, 2012, 12:43 pm
Forum: Suspension/Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Topic: brake problem and parts help question
Replies: 4
Views: 1214

Re: brake problem and parts help question

You can get another cap, but they generally dont have a prob leaking that I know of. I do not currently have a cap. The car did not have a cap on it when I purchased it. AND I can't seem to locate a cap anywhere, which is why I'm asking if anybody here knows where to get them, or another vehicle th...
by scorpio_vette
October 5th, 2012, 11:57 pm
Forum: MX-3 Related Want to Buy Forum
Topic: [WTB] Driver window switch
Replies: 0
Views: 1062

[WTB] Driver window switch

I have a 92 MX3 GS

Looking for a driver side window switch please.

Thanks.
by scorpio_vette
October 5th, 2012, 11:30 pm
Forum: Suspension/Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Topic: brake problem and parts help question
Replies: 4
Views: 1214

Re: brake problem and parts help question

Sorry I missed a little detailed. engine off/key off, pumping the brakes (such as during bleeding), it became firmer with each pump, but never as solid as other vehicles. took it for a test drive today, and it was a MAJOR improvement over what they were when I brought it home (no kidding, considerin...
by scorpio_vette
October 5th, 2012, 11:22 pm
Forum: Introduction Forum
Topic: New to import cars and new to here.
Replies: 8
Views: 4465

Re: New to import cars and new to here.

driver side window switch is bad Common Is there a cheap fix for it, or some type of mod to replace it??? cheapest switch I've found so far is bout $100. (seems that EVERY part for this car starts at $100) driver side electric seat belt track is missing Common failure actually. Would be easier just...
by scorpio_vette
October 5th, 2012, 11:02 am
Forum: Suspension/Brakes/Wheels/Tires
Topic: brake problem and parts help question
Replies: 4
Views: 1214

brake problem and parts help question

so as i mentioned in the introduction section, i just picked up at 92 mx3 1.8L manual transmission non-abs. it needed alot of work, including COMPLETE rear brakes+1 caliper. i replaced the rear passenger caliper, both rear rotors, all new pads, and hardware. cleaned and lubed everything, and everyth...
by scorpio_vette
October 2nd, 2012, 2:34 pm
Forum: Introduction Forum
Topic: New to import cars and new to here.
Replies: 8
Views: 4465

New to import cars and new to here.

Hi, I've always loved v8's, and even more than that, the 4.0L engine jeeps. so i've always been a jeep guy, been wrenching on and off for 10years at a couple dealerships/shops, but generally always been into Jeep wranglers and cherokees. i can tell you almost everything about them in my sleep. then ...

Go to advanced search