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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 06:40 PM
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Newbie saying hi

Yo yo
new member from northern CA. just bought a used 1993 touring.

got a great deal and thanks to the forum Ive been able to fix every problem ive found. AWESOME THANKS GUYS!!!

problems included
pinhole leak in radiator - changed with new radiator
low coolant level - found a cut in the hose from the reservoir to AST
erratic idle - adjusted TPS sensor
stalling with clutch pushed in and in gear - changed clutch switch
squeeking - lubed hood latch
disabling factory alarm - ground hood pin switch
rubbing on small bumps - found out my shock mounts are shot new ones are on its way

installed a boost guage and am getting perfect 10-8-10. Coolant is at perfect level now. Car is running GREAT. has reman. mazda engine 30k old. New paint job from previous owner. lowered, slotted brakes. other than that its totally stock.

Im loving this car. Previous car was a supercharged 4runner with a handful of mods. Miss the truck but the FD makes me forget in no time flat.

Heres a pic
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 06:44 PM
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Nice ride. Welcome my brother.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 06:54 PM
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nice car, welcome
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:00 PM
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Holy crap...you mean you've used the search?!? WOOHOO!

A very welcome aboard indeed.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:05 PM
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Nice cym man!! The color I wish I had besides white... oh well black will do
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:08 PM
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welcome to the boards and also check out that b uhh a rotary uhhh dot com since your from the bay area.
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Old Nov 9, 2004 | 07:13 PM
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Welcome aboard and thanks for searching before posting. It's great to see threads like this; it shows that the forum is a useful source of information, even its current state.

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Old Nov 10, 2004 | 01:24 AM
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My compliments for your purchase and welcome aboard.

Take good care of her.
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