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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 02:38 PM
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OOOO the problems I have had with my 8....

This will be the 3rd issue in 1 year I consider major, first was the clutch pedal, second was the power steering rack, and now the Oil Cooler Hose is rusted through and needs to be replaced.

The dealer is asking around $500 total for the repair.

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N3H1-14-830H http://www.finishlineperformance.com...cat=336&page=1

(995621800)x4

Any one have any idea how hard this is to install and is any one selling this part?
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 02:48 PM
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Check with Mazmart (forum vendor here, username Mazmart). They can get anything OEM for a MUCH better price than dealers. And yes, I bet that you can replace it without much trouble, though if you don't drain well first, you might have a mess on your hands.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 02:55 PM
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A mess is the last thing I am worried about.....

I have paid $1300 in repairs in one year on this car and it makes me sad because I really love this car.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 03:03 PM
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I'd send a question to '9krpmrx8' about the ease of replacement. He converted to a single larger oil cooler system, so was messing around with all those hoses. He could probably give you advice or tips in replacing it.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 03:12 PM
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The original oil cooler hose has a problem with rust. the new updated part does not have this problem.

Its not hard to install/replace it. but instead of using stock lines. consider this

http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....rtnumber=11911
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by nycgps
The original oil cooler hose has a problem with rust. the new updated part does not have this problem.

Its not hard to install/replace it. but instead of using stock lines. consider this

http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....rtnumber=11911
Damn $479

lol that would fix my issue and any furhter issues but im a cheep bastard.

I read there was a recall for the part......for canada......didnt see anything about the US getting a recall on this part.....any ideas?
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 07:24 PM
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I got a complete set of cooler hoses, off a part-out car, for $150. Racing Beat sells braided lines. They are expensive.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by lVoiDl
Damn $479

lol that would fix my issue and any furhter issues but im a cheep bastard.

I read there was a recall for the part......for canada......didnt see anything about the US getting a recall on this part.....any ideas?
Its expensive but compare to buy Brand new Mazda hose, its a bargain
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 08:37 PM
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The Canadian recall was because the hoses tend to rust through faster in cold climates. They didn't really show up much in the US except in northern states, but not enough for a recall given that the 8's population is largely south.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by RIWWP
The Canadian recall was because the hoses tend to rust through faster in cold climates. They didn't really show up much in the US except in northern states, but not enough for a recall given that the 8's population is largely south.
Bogus IMO if its a problem thats going to happen sooner or later then it should be on all of them not just for canada.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by nycgps
Its expensive but compare to buy Brand new Mazda hose, its a bargain
Really the dealer is only charging me like 310 for the hose? Or is that only part of the entire tubing.
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Old Jun 14, 2010 | 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by alnielsen
I got a complete set of cooler hoses, off a part-out car, for $150. Racing Beat sells braided lines. They are expensive.
You have them for sale?? or you just got them yourself?

I have my friends dad checking on prices for me he works for Ford and says he might be able to get a new part on the cheap. So if that falls through you have ur self a buyer.
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by RIWWP
Check with Mazmart (forum vendor here, username Mazmart). They can get anything OEM for a MUCH better price than dealers. And yes, I bet that you can replace it without much trouble, though if you don't drain well first, you might have a mess on your hands.
I sent a msg to MAZMART "6" and he said he could do $125 + shipping. This was on the 17th....he has yet to get back to me. If anyone else has this part for a similar price please let me know I need it ASAP. My car has been at the dealer for about a week and a half.
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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I've had a bunch of problems with my 8..actually, I still do!
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 09:35 PM
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Do it your self junk yard is your friend or a picture of it and you showing them where it is... they will remove and sell it to you.
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Old Jun 29, 2010 | 12:54 AM
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Does any one know what the difference is between the original part and the part that is rust resistant?

Was the first one copper? The one I got now is copper.
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 08:55 PM
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Just discovered today that mine is rusted and leaking (see pic). Looks like I'll be ordering and installing a new one. Here's a link to my local dealer (Park Mazda) parts site for this piece:

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
Attached Thumbnails OOOO the problems I have had with my 8....-oil-cooler-line.jpg  
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by lVoiDl
Does any one know what the difference is between the original part and the part that is rust resistant?

Was the first one copper? The one I got now is copper.
As far as I know its different material.

Originally Posted by Tri 8
Just discovered today that mine is rusted and leaking (see pic). Looks like I'll be ordering and installing a new one. Here's a link to my local dealer (Park Mazda) parts site for this piece:

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
the part you're looking at is N3H1-14-830H
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Old Jul 20, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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Finished the replacement of mine today. Fairly easy job. The only real issues were some rusted bolts that a bit of WD40, heat, and a little muscle took care of. Here's a shot of the new one.
Attached Thumbnails OOOO the problems I have had with my 8....-oil-cooler-line-014.jpg  
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