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Old 11-20-2012, 08:26 AM
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do you mean this one?....I am considering replacing all the fuel lines and injectors just to be safe.....I don't like the 20# fire extinguisher in my trunk

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Old 11-20-2012, 08:32 AM
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I think it is a Great idea to replace all those lines outright. I put some clamps over mine but still would not trust that as much as oem new ones. Let me know when you are gonna pick some up and Ill send you some cash for an extra set buddy.
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There should be a kit that people can buy to convert all their lines to braided SS with AN fittings.
Old 11-20-2012, 09:34 AM
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^I think I will make that
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yep thats the line.
the connector for the top 2 fuel injectors has a small half moon shaped red spacer within it. The connector stretches when you put it on and off allowing for that spacer to wiggle around. Its the only spot in all the fuel lines that uses that little spacer.
Mazda recommends replacement if it is ever removed.
Old 11-26-2012, 09:06 AM
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^good to know
Old 12-10-2012, 08:56 PM
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alright, all my injectors and fuel lines have been replaced.....there is nothing like the click of a brand new fuel line

made it to the gas station and back no problem
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Awesome dude, get the Goodbox and gauges sorted?
Old 12-11-2012, 05:59 AM
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Oil pressure and oil temp are good to go.....now if thy would send me the correct fuel pressure gauge I could button up my dash......goodbox is another story.....I shot dondo a pm we shall see wha happens
Old 12-13-2012, 04:51 PM
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now thats some wire
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the rest of the battery relocation

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Old 12-13-2012, 04:54 PM
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Nice man, what are you going to use to cut the wire? It's such a PIA. When are you doing the relocation?
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That is a good questions guess I will have to get some cutters.

I plan to run the wire this weekend but I can finialize the install till christmas week....I think I am gettting my switch ...the wife thought this was all there was....mmmmuuuuuhhhhhaaaaa

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Did you see the cut off switch I sent you?
Old 12-13-2012, 05:14 PM
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when?...I dont recall....remind me

looks like I am going to use either cable ties and a dremel or a saws-all with a hacksaw blade
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That's a good idea. I bought heavy duty cutters but it was still a pain so I tricked Hoss into doing it

This is the one I got, I also got the "memory guard" option so i don't have to reset my stations, etc.




Now all I need is your help fabricating a bracket
Old 12-13-2012, 05:19 PM
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thats pretty cool but way to complicated ....lol

I dont listen to the radio very much and if I do its pandora....that doesnt look like it will mount very clean...where did you put it?
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I got it after the fact, I have not received it yet. I need your help making a bracket.
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if it can be pink I am your man!
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Sure, it will be in the trunk anyway,
Old 12-13-2012, 06:13 PM
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now that's a chunk of delrin

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Originally Posted by houstonrx8er
now that's a chunk of delrin
Looks painful hope you lube up first buddy.
Old 12-13-2012, 06:43 PM
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I am too weak for that but I but someone who "does work" all the time could take it no problem
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Hahahaha
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Hey i need a bracket made as well... this one holds up the engine though.....
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done...I can dye my JBweld pink and we will make that this weekend!!!


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