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I live in halifax, canada where we have very very crappy roads, and after the winter I need new struts for my 02'LX 2.0. Any suggestions for some GOOD ones?
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Ive been to every automotive store in the whole damn city and could not find a Hayes repair manual for my 02' Pro LX 2.0, any body have one they could possibly send?? My credit is maxed out..(lol)...so i can't order one.
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Replying to: 2002pro2 (Apr 20, 2007 9:51 pm) If you don't have the money for a service manual I don't know how you will be able to afford struts. Might try a salvage yard. |
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Replying to: 2002pro2 (Apr 20, 2007 9:32 pm) Ah, beautiful Halifax! My memories of Halifax include the steep descent from centretown to the waterfront. That must take a toll on the brakes as well as the suspension. Also, being a seaport doesn't that spell corrosion? But, if you want to feel better, just come to the island of Montreal where the roads swallow cars. It's a constant battle for the city to keep patching the roads after each winter's ravages. I love the place but it can be wicked on your machine. I don't know what to say about replacing the struts other than start saving your money for that credit card bill. Personally, I wouldn't go for salvaged struts unless I wasn't planning to keep the car.
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Replying to: autonomous (Apr 22, 2007 2:33 pm)  cards get maxxed out, shit happens. My question is what are good struts to buy for a city with bad bumpy roads?
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Replying to: 2002pro2 (Apr 23, 2007 8:18 pm) 1. call a local Mazda dealer and ask them which struts they would recommend; ask them for a quote with the price of the parts separate from the labour; if they are OEM parts ask if there are any cheaper alternatives with a similar/better warranty; 2. call a local auto parts supplier to ask them how much they would charge for the parts. What you may find is that it may be cheaper going through an independent garage to install non-OEM parts. Otherwise as you say shit happens. Good luck! |
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I am planning on purchasing a 99 DX Protege with 70,000 miles that is leaking from the crankshaft and or cam seal. I understand I need to change the timing belt. He wants to change the water pump and all the belts and gaskets as well. The price is $700. The seller is paying for the job. Does this sound fair?
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Replying to: bocatrip (Apr 26, 2007 5:27 pm) Who is "he"? A salesman, an owner, a mechanic? I would not buy a used car without having my mechanic check it over thoroughly. If you don't have a trusted mechanic you're running the risk of buying someone else's problem.
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Replying to: autonomous (Apr 27, 2007 12:38 pm)
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Replying to: bocatrip (Apr 27, 2007 8:04 pm) You may not want your daughter to do the test drive. 
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