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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 12:16 PM
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wiper and headlight plastic clip replacement

I was wondering if anyone has found a place that makes replacement plastic clips for the ball connectors found on the headlight and wiper linkages?
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 05:00 PM
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some guys were using rubber grommetts for headlight rod bushings.. mazda only sells them with a new headlight rod. the new rod works great and lasts 15+ years...
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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 03:44 PM
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I found that placing about 5-6 medium size zip ties in the holes helps. Cut off the excess obviously.
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Old May 9, 2010 | 11:25 AM
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can you elaborate on the zip tie thing?
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