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Cargo Net for 5-Door Hatchback and Auto Dim Mirror by noodlesz
Nov 23, 2005 (11:24 am)
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Replying to: sebring4 (Nov 19, 2005 12:27 pm)

Hi,
 
I have a 5-door but it didn't come w/ a cargo net...I see some online for the 5-door, but it's a weird flat one that's stretched out and smushes everything towards the floor of the trunk area.
 
Is there a regular upright one that I can put in the hatchback for groceries or stuff that need to be upright? I looked for hooks to attached a upright cargo net to, but I couldn't find any top hooks...anyone know?
 
I like to store antifreeze in my car too, so I definately can't have that turned on the side, it might leak.
 
Also, anyone get a autodimming mirror w/ compass installed? Just wondering how much that costs for the labor...I heard it's somewhat a pain.
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Re: Cargo Net for 5-Door Hatchback and Auto Dim Mirror [noodlesz] by zzzoom6
Dec 03, 2005 (10:54 pm)
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Replying to: noodlesz (Nov 23, 2005 11:24 am)

rather than the cargo net, you may want to consider the cargo organizer. i saw it at the auto show last year and i think i'm going to get it for my car (just got an 05 hatch manual). just so you know, it does require the cargo tray. anyway the organizer folds up when not in use, and looks to be the right size for those plastic grocery bags. someone from another forum told me that the organizer is also easily removable so if you need to move it to make room for something big, you can.
 
to me the cargo net seems to be badly designed for the hatch. i like how it works on the wagon, but having the net lay flat as it would in the hatch seems like it may squish soft items like bread or chips if i put them under the net.
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Re: Cargo Net for 5-Door Hatchback by lefthandman
Dec 13, 2005 (12:38 pm)
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Replying to: noodlesz (Nov 23, 2005 11:24 am)

I have a 5-door but it didn't come w/ a cargo net...I see some online for the 5-door, but it's a weird flat one that's stretched out and smushes everything towards the floor of the trunk area.
  
Is there a regular upright one that I can put in the hatchback for groceries or stuff that need to be upright? I looked for hooks to attached a upright cargo net to, but I couldn't find any top hooks...anyone know?

 
I opted for both the cargo tray & net a year ago when I bought an '04 M6 S 5-door. The net can be used flat with all four corners tethered separately. Or, fold the net in half and attach the net corners in pairs to the cargo hooks on one side of the cargo area. In this way you can confine grocery bags and other bulky items to the side of the trunk (inside of the fender), rather than simply to the floor.
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Mods for the car by aduck31
Mar 03, 2006 (2:39 pm)
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Hey, I just bought a 2005 Mazda 6i and I'm looking for a place to get some different things for my car. I'm looking for some Altezza lights, Air Intake, and the superchip. If anyone could let me know where I can find any of these parts I would greatly appreciate it.
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Avon Tires... What's the appropriate pressure? by mjvchicago
Mar 17, 2006 (6:56 am)
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hey all. Just put some awesome new Avon Tech M550 all seasons on my Mazda6s and they've been great. However I have noticed just a little more "looseness" in the steering feel. Could this be the tire pressure? I'm at 32-33 PSI right now and was wondering if I should change that. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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Re: Avon Tires... What's the appropriate pressure? [mjvchicago] by mz6greyghost
Mar 17, 2006 (11:13 am)
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Replying to: mjvchicago (Mar 17, 2006 6:56 am)

From what I've read about the Avons, I doubt the tire pressure would help the steering in this case. The OEM 17" Michelins (which I assume you had on your 6 previously) has a much harder tread compound, meaning longer mileage life, as well as not-so-good wet weather and snow traction (something these Michelins are infamous for. In other words, they're touring tires.
 
The Avons are more of a high-performance tire, with a softer compound. This usually results in better traction, but lower mileage life. I've also heard that they tend to slightly "give" when you initially go into a corner, but they catch quickly, and offer excellent traction through tight turns.
 
Knowing this, I'm not too sure that tire pressure would improve (or worsen) your handling. I'd try taking a few backroads with different tire pressures, and see which one better suits your tastes, both in ride quality, and handling.
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Re: Avon Tires... What's the appropriate pressure? [mz6greyghost] by mjvchicago
Mar 17, 2006 (5:45 pm)
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Replying to: mz6greyghost (Mar 17, 2006 11:13 am)

Ah... makes sense. You've described exactly what I'm feeling - takes a second to "stick" but when they do it's solid and squeel-less, something the Michelins had a surplus of. I might increase the pressure a touch... what I'm experiencing is an ever so slight understeer so maybe that will ehlp a litte. thanks much for the input ghost.
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Mazdaspeed Sport Shifter for manual tranny by zzzoom6
Mar 17, 2006 (10:44 pm)
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I've owned my 6 for about 3 months now, and I am really liking it. The handling is great, I love the engine (I have the v-6), and the styling is distinctive in a good way. But I did find the shifting (compared to my old accord and friends subaru wrx) a little long between first and second, and that the "feel" was not as "positive" as I'd like. I began reading a lot on the mazda6club site concerning reviews of modifications to the shifter (amongst many other things) and decided to change mine out. Since the warranty symbol for this shifter is "green" according to Mazda, I wasn't too worried about voiding my warranty.
 
Anyway, I am not mechanically inclined at all! I don't even know how to change the oil on my lawnmower! But there was an article on the mazda6club that had pictures of how to do it and it looked pretty simple. so 2 hours later I now have a shifter that i like much better. the throw is about 30% less, there is a much more positive feel to it, and I really like it. It can be bought from several mazda dealerships online for around $170.
 
If you're interested in doing it yourself or want to know if your mechanic is charging too much, here's the link:
 
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Re: Cargo Net for 5-Door Hatchback [lefthandman] by zzzoom6
Mar 17, 2006 (10:52 pm)
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Replying to: lefthandman (Dec 13, 2005 12:38 pm)

after having my groceries fly all over the back of my car, i decided to get the cargo mat and organizer (mazda parts). I couldn't be happier. the organizer has compartments that you can customize so that my pop doesn't roll over my bread. it's been really handy.
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seat covers for fraying cloth seats by zzzoom6
Mar 17, 2006 (10:59 pm)
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Since the cloth seats in the 6 prior to the new 2006 material has been less than stellar, I've been looking to get some covers that still let the side airbags (located on the side of the front seats) deploy and look good. Most seat covers are not made for a specific vehicle so they tend to not fit very well. Since I like to drive this car fairly aggressively (how can I not, this thing handles so well!) having loose seats does not appeal to me at all. So on the mazda6club, we've begun discussing some ways to get good covers to protect our investment. here's the link:
 
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I'd be interested to hear what options all of you have considered or tried!

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