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#21 of 30 Re: CX-9 Towing [abpelch1] by tbo01 Nov 10, 2008 (9:30 am)
Replying to: abpelch1 (Nov 05, 2008 2:37 pm) Appreciate the info on towing conditions-performance as well, specifically high-way towing, rear suspension performance, swaybar load leveling etc. Out of curiosity, have you weighed combined vehicle-trailer with people, supplies etc at truck stop or similiar?  I will have to take into account the larger "sail" area of a hybrid, but 60-65mph should be good while maximizing fuel mileage. If no feedback from E-trailer on hitch design, I may have a body shop come up with some valence mod (faux skid plate etc) to cover hole and please the wife, though still would prefer hitch to sit higher for clearence reasons.   I'll provide CX9 performance feedback once camper in hand, and first trip completed. Thanks again Replies to this message: abpelch1 (Nov 12, 2008 6:24 pm) tbo01 (Nov 16, 2008 8:18 pm) tbo01 (Nov 28, 2008 9:10 pm) steve_ (Nov 30, 2008 11:05 pm)
#22 of 30 Re: CX-9 Towing [tbo01] by abpelch1 Nov 12, 2008 (6:24 pm)
Replying to: tbo01 (Nov 10, 2008 9:30 am) No problem on the input. I know how hard it is to find online experiences from others who tow with their CX-9. I have not weighed my vehicle/trailer combo yet, but plan to do so at a truckstop that's about 15 minutes from me. My trailer stays stocked with the basics, so depending on the weight it comes in at I'll just make sure to keep an eye on the extras that I pack (kids, food, clothing). I guess my wife doesn't care about the hitch being lower than the notch...she's too happy about not having to sleep on the ground in a tent anymore! My Here's a picture of my set-up. I'm sure it's more aerodynamic than a hard-sided trailer. Sorry about the black & white, my wife changed the setting on the camera behind my back. From junk Replies to this message: tbo01 (Nov 16, 2008 8:18 pm) tbo01 (Nov 28, 2008 9:10 pm) steve_ (Nov 30, 2008 11:05 pm)
#23 of 30 Re: CX-9 Towing [abpelch1] by tbo01 Nov 16, 2008 (8:18 pm)
Replying to: abpelch1 (Nov 12, 2008 6:24 pm) Nice color, same as ours. I installed the mazda roof rack, rubber floor mats and Home Link as it was not installed on our slightly used madza exec driven GT (odd), also questioned the trip computer not being available for 2007, now standard for 2009!!!. Anyway next option for us is a set of 17 or 18" x 8"-8.5" wheels with a mud-snow tire, for upcoming trips to Colorado, West Texas and for camping. Having just gone through the ordeal of locating a Bridegestone 245-50-20 replacement tire this weekened in Houston following the dreaded nail in the side wall of a perfectly good original tire ($211), I am somewhat hesitant to venture off on a long skiing-camping trip with current wheel setup and puny spare. I have been looking at a second set of wheels for above with Yokohama Geolander ATS in a 255-275 / 60-65 series pending actual wheel diameter descision and wheel overall diametr calculations. From this weekends episode, it also look like the puny 165-18 spare tire can be replaced by a reasonable sized 235-255 spare tire of same diameter. It will fit in spare tire area, just depends on how much road clearence you wish to have. In addition of course ride will be greatly improved on rougher rod conditions. FYI, spare tire on steel rim weighs 40-42lbs with original 20" aluminum wheel and tire at 61lbs or so, so replacement wheels should fit in between somewhere
#24 of 30 Re: CX-9 Towing [abpelch1] by tbo01 Nov 28, 2008 (9:10 pm)
Replying to: abpelch1 (Nov 12, 2008 6:24 pm) FYI,   Just had a local wedlding shop modify aftermarket Draw-Tite 4000lb/400lb class thre hitch. They plasma cut the ears on the hitch, shorten them, welded back together with dioubler plat. 2" hiotch now sits higher and flush with original mazda cut out. I can forward photos if interested. really happy with end result Replies to this message: steve_ (Nov 30, 2008 11:05 pm)
#25 of 30 Re: CX-9 Towing [tbo01] by steve_ HOST Nov 30, 2008 (11:05 pm)
Replying to: tbo01 (Nov 28, 2008 9:10 pm) Maybe you can post the pics on your CarSpace page. That way if someone shows up in two or three years wanting to know more, they'll be able to easily find your pics. Thanks!
#27 of 30 Please confirm: Rear Cargo Area Light Operation by elerner61 Jan 05, 2009 (10:07 pm)
In an '08 GT, the last light that is on the ceiling, the one that lights up the cargo area. Does yours turn on when you open the tailgate? The light that is ON the tailgate turns on when I open the tailgate, but that's it..no others. The light in question (as well as the other dome lights) do turn on when I open any door. Thx.
#28 of 30 Replacing HID Bulbs by my3rdrx Jan 24, 2009 (9:55 am)
Has anyone tried to replace their low-beam HID bulb yet? I could only get the contact off the bulb but not the bulb itself ~ Help !!!
#29 of 30 20" vs. 18" on GT by seaweed20 Jan 27, 2009 (1:21 pm)
I have read several posts on the CX-9 forum regarding the uncomfortable ride quality as well as unsafe handling in the snow of the 20" tires. I plan on getting 18" on the GT I buy.   A basic question - if I make that switch, is there anything else that I would have to ask the dealer to change in the car?   As you can see, I am not as well versed as many others on this forum. Appreciate your help. Replies to this message: ceric (Jan 27, 2009 3:35 pm)
#30 of 30 Re: 20" vs. 18" on GT [seaweed20] by ceric Jan 27, 2009 (3:35 pm)
Replying to: seaweed20 (Jan 27, 2009 1:21 pm) Actually, I like my 20" on the GT. It is as firm as most BMWs, but maybe too firm for people who like Lexus/Toyota. To each one's own. The 18" certainly make it feel softer due to higher side wall of the tires. As for the on-snow performance, the 18" and 20" has similar Bridgestone Duel H/L tires. They are bad on snow (tho, all-season). I would suggest real snow tires or better all-seasons (such as Yoko Parada Spec-X - check tirerack.com for review) tires.

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