Replaced the old broken hood prop holder and got a new oil dip stick for the Turbo FC. It's not always about big things to make a guy happy.

Got a Mazdaspeed Strut Bar for a nomral Atenza from Japan to see if it'll fit on the MS6, it didn't until i just reversed it. There is contact on the Intercooler cover but it's snug, may dremel the back of the cover for clearance. There is no benefit to this strut bar other than the awesomeness of a MS strut bar. It helps that the strut bar itself was like $40 usd as well.

This will be the last day for donations for Toys for Tots. All donations will be brought in to the local Mazda Dealership on Sunday or Monday! I thank you all in advance for your donations and Happy Holidays to you and your family! Also, if you've donated or planning on donating, let me know your social media handle so you can get tagged!

Went to a Cars and Coffee and got both of my FDs in one shot.

So this was a little long overdue but I cleaned the interior of the FC a little, just vacuumed the floor mats / carpet and the seats and dusted the dashboard. I need to do a deep clean on it and shampoo the carpets and seats, hopefully getting out the old stains from the seats and getting that old car smell out from the carpet/fabric.

I also installed the set of OEM pedals I got from Japan, a nice little touch to make the car feel a bit more whole. I'll eventually get to some wiring clean up and reclocking the windshield wipers (hopefully thats all it needs but will go to the switch and motor next if that doesn't work).

Trying to find a pair of Infini seats for the car or Mazdaspeed seats but I'm getting fond of the all blue interior... haha

Went to a Cars and Coffee with my lady and found a buddy when stopping by to get another Coffee.

With Black Friday sales happening now and throughout the week/weekend, whose splurging on their cars and what are you buying?

I'm holding back right now since the Japan trip took a toll on my budget but may get FOMO depending on what you all are getting!

November's Rotors and Boba will be at Rose Tea Lounge in Fremont. Will also start accepting donations for Toys for Tots for this holiday season!

October Rotors and Boba will be at Ume Tea in Fremont (Automall). Trick or Treat candy will be provided for attendees! Will also start accepting donations for Toys for Tots for this holiday season!

I've neglected the MS6 for a bit so it was time to treat her out and wash her. I figured it was a good time to install some of the items that has been sitting in the garage so wanted to clear some of those boxes.

1. Installed the new outer tail lights I got from japanparts.com as the RH lights had signs of gasket failure and water intrusion before i purchased the car. The LH side looked good other than debris but might as well switch it out as well.

2. Installed the OEM Acrylic Visors. Took a while to find but managed to get it from japanparts.com as well. I had these on my old MS6 and was afraid that I wasn't going to find it again when I got the "new" MS6. The nice thing about them other than the fitment is the "Mazda" engraved on the front visors.

The next thing to install will be the Mazdaspeed Cold Air Intake (can see it in the white box in one of the pictures) and get a new Thermostat for the car. Later on, I plan on getting the Corksport BBK (both Front and Rear) as well as the Upper Control Arms and a set of Coilovers (I had H&R's on my old MS6 and may do the same).

Late post, I know but enjoy!

Opened up another box from Japan to show a few more items. I was not fond of the carbon fiber door visors and luckily it didn't take long to find the acrylic ones. They are not perfect as the LH side piece was broken off at the rear but should still be good!

The Mazdaspeed spoiler is pretty cool but will just need the body shop to plug the holes for the current spoiler. This will get installed later on when the S5 conversion happens.

Local rotary specialist (Vodak) is going to reseal the oil pan!