Mazda parts reviews

The white filter is Mazda OEM filter, what you got from factory or from dealership... That filter works fine as it is. Do you need 3rd party filter? Well, if you constantly running in 5000-7000 RPM, 3rd party filter might allow more airflow, also potentially more debris in order to provide more airflow. More airflow means potentially more HP/Torque. For spirited driving. If you drive in normal manner and occasional spirited driving, stock airflow is enough and will provide more debris filtration (for better engine longevity).

Just did mine at 69k. Felt like a small pickup in performance.

I've had buckled alloy wheels re-roll repaired in the past, so yes.

He used Powerstop Z23 pads/Evolution Geomet Rotors I bought from Rock Auto (those were about $300 shipped). He even wiped down the inside of the wheel rims.

Bought a used 2014 CX5 with like 250km on it. Changed the spark plugs the second I bought it. Now THOSE were due.

the two tires people keep circling back to are Michelin Defender 2 (for max longevity + quiet ride) and Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive (for folks who want legit wet/snow grip without going full winter tire). Both feel noticeably better than the OEM rubber Mazda ships these with less thump over expansion joints and far more planted in rain.

Akebono pads have a backing for the piston to press into which is what melted.

Now, here is the weak link for the CCX-70- and CX-90: The factory tires (Toyo Open Country A51 on our CX-70) are highway touring tread, only 8/32" tread depth brand new, and a very tame and dry pavement oriented tread pattern designed for quiet ride. We live in the midwest and I am kicking around swapping out the tires, but therein lies another constraint, at least on our model: It has 19" rims and factory installed Toyo's are 265/55R19 size (109V load rating). That is an oddball/rare tire size.

No... and if it has all the undercover you'll never see a spot on the floor... i had to take mine in for a radiator under 20k miles (24 model)... check for a sweet smell after a decent commute or pop the hood and look around for dry crusty white ish splatter... coolant kind of looks like battery corrosion when it dries

Please use original plugs for the replacements. Just yanked out aftermarket NGK platinums because of a misfire. For some reason, Mazda and aftermarket plugs in my experience always resulted in a misfire.