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From: Raleigh, NC
One thing to note, my dealer told me that Mazda just pulled their rebate package with the $4000 back on 04's, even though it says on their website it goes to the 31st. They had to backdate my sale to get me the rebate. Hope it won't cause problems for anyone else.
Clear corners look good, yep.
Clear corners look good, yep.
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From: Orlando, FL
Nice, you've got some good taste! Hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine. (I'd say "or more than," but I think you'd be approaching the lethal dosage of the perma-grin, and I really don't want that on my conscience right now :p )
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From: Atlanta, GA
Peregrine: Welcome to the Club 
Just for your reference, I compiled this info several weeks ago when I was working on the FAQ (which, ahem, Zoom44, I haven't heard anything about...). Hope this helps you treat your baby well...
Q. How do I break in the rotary engine?
A. There are a number of suggested methods for breaking in a new rotary engine. Three techniques have been compiled:
Method #1 (from Mazda manual)
- First 600 miles: Drive at varying speeds road and engine speeds; avoid full throttle, rapid acceleration or kick-down of transmission. Do not use special “break-in” oils.
Method #2 (from Racing Beat)
- For the first 1000 miles (1609km) do not accelerate under full throttle, and do not exceed 4000 RPM.
- For miles 1000-2000 (3218km), expand the RPM upwards - but do not accelerate at full throttle.
- Over 2000 miles (3218km), full throttle and high RPM is acceptable.
Method #3 (Mazda manual + Japanese Rotary Mechanic’s Procedure)
- 0-600 miles (965.4km) Follow the Manual, but keep it under 4000 RPM
- 600-800 miles (1287.2km) Open it up a bit, vary accelerations and speed RPM < 5000
- 800-1000 miles Drive the car, enjoy it but still keep RPM < 6000
- 1000-1250 miles (2011km) Drive it as it's power curve intended it to be RPM < 7000
- 1250-1500 miles (2413.5km) Test the car frequently from RPM 6000-9000 in every gear
Just for your reference, I compiled this info several weeks ago when I was working on the FAQ (which, ahem, Zoom44, I haven't heard anything about...). Hope this helps you treat your baby well...
Q. How do I break in the rotary engine?
A. There are a number of suggested methods for breaking in a new rotary engine. Three techniques have been compiled:
Method #1 (from Mazda manual)
- First 600 miles: Drive at varying speeds road and engine speeds; avoid full throttle, rapid acceleration or kick-down of transmission. Do not use special “break-in” oils.
Method #2 (from Racing Beat)
- For the first 1000 miles (1609km) do not accelerate under full throttle, and do not exceed 4000 RPM.
- For miles 1000-2000 (3218km), expand the RPM upwards - but do not accelerate at full throttle.
- Over 2000 miles (3218km), full throttle and high RPM is acceptable.
Method #3 (Mazda manual + Japanese Rotary Mechanic’s Procedure)
- 0-600 miles (965.4km) Follow the Manual, but keep it under 4000 RPM
- 600-800 miles (1287.2km) Open it up a bit, vary accelerations and speed RPM < 5000
- 800-1000 miles Drive the car, enjoy it but still keep RPM < 6000
- 1000-1250 miles (2011km) Drive it as it's power curve intended it to be RPM < 7000
- 1250-1500 miles (2413.5km) Test the car frequently from RPM 6000-9000 in every gear
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Thanks for the info MarkD! Though I'm not sure I could really keep to that Racing Beat schedule, in part because it's been several years since I drove a manual and I've been revving it a bit much just by using too much throttle after my shifts. Once I get used to rev matching and smooth shifting again in a few days it shouldn't be too hard though.
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