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Mazda Repair/Expert Profile
Expertise
i'm very helpful with the mazda 626/MX6 and also the ford probe i myself own a 1993 626 and have done alot of work to it. such as a motor,tranny removal/install. timing belt replacement, suspention, exhaust, whell bearing, interior and exterior panel removal/replacement, alternators, starters, distrubutors,and much more
Experience in the area
i've been an active automotive hobbiest for about 10 years know, i have also completed 2 semesters of automotive repair, and have 2 years of automotive shop experience. if for any reason i'm unable to help you with a question i'll take it apon myself to do the best i can to help you find the answer.
What do you like about this subject?
i love hands on work i've never been the type for factory work or a desk job so working on cars allows me to do two things i enjoy most be able to work with my hands and with cars a great oppertunity that brings me joy, peace of mind and a sense of achevement for a job done well
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
i'd like to learn a little more about the electrical aspect of things.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
always think small don't just jump to the big things
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| mary | 12/14/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | We switched the battery to a yellow ..... |
| sam | 12/11/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| sam | 11/11/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Tre | 11/09/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for your response. I appreciate it ..... |
| Mark | 10/05/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from joshua thorndyke
2012-01-16 Madza repair:
first off keep it simple check all the fuses for the heater. if the fuses are good check for power going to the blower motor normally located under the dash passenger side or on the right upper firewall
2011-12-12 mazda B3000 manual 3.0 1996 start:
i'd first start with your battery most hard starts can be caused by a weak battery. if your battery is ok a faulty fuel system could also be the cause of a hard cold start. as tempertures lower metal
2011-11-05 Is this car worth it? Is it dependable?:
sorry i don't give advice on how one should spend there money if you think it's worth it then fix it if not get something else you know the car and what has been done to it if you get a different
2011-11-02 1991 Miata won't start:
if it's making a clicking noise when you try and start it and the battery is good it maybe a starter. remove any surface change from the battery before testing it. if the starter and battery are good start
2011-10-31 1995 mazda protage:
your best bet is to get a mechanic you trust and have him look it over avoid anything with rust or large holes body work is expensive having an inspection done will tell you what it needs to be
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