mazdas built right behind the stang(pic)
11/3/04, 07:26 PM
#7
Shelby GT500 Member
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
I dumped the car.
11/3/04, 07:34 PM
#8
Legacy TMS Member
Originally posted by forscsflliving@November 3, 2004, 8:21 PM
that should be a crime!!!
that should be a crime!!!
Saw it all happening in person. Pretty cool
11/3/04, 11:09 PM
#10
Cobra R Member
Originally posted by 97svtgoin05gt@November 4, 2004, 2:29 AM
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
:notnice:
11/4/04, 06:13 AM
#17
Shelby GT500 Member
Originally posted by TampaBear67+November 4, 2004, 12:12 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (TampaBear67 @ November 4, 2004, 12:12 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-97svtgoin05gt@November 4, 2004, 2:29 AM
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
I would tend to agree, however, you know how global companies work these days. If they can save 2 cents buy purchasing clutch assemblies from a single supplier, they will do it. Just thought it possible that the same guys that screwed up the 6s clutch may be at work on these.
LORD LET'S HOPE NOT.
11/4/04, 06:56 AM
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I too have a Mazda6 and I second that it is a very fine car. I plan to buy my first Mustang after the lease is up on it but in the mean time it puts a smile on my face each time I start it up.
Besides, you guys should be thanking Mazda. They have a lot to do with the excellent build quality of the new Mustang.
Also, the MAZDASPEED Mazda6 goes on sale next year. Twin turbo 2.3L I4, 274 HP and 280 ft-lbs, AWD, DSC, 6-speed MTX. However, it will be built in Japan due to its low volume. Should be quite a car. No match for the Mustang GT in a straight line but you can bet it will be able to catch up in the twisties.
It's tempting but there's no way I'm giving up my dream of owning a Mustang GT convertible. I've waited too long and the current model is too good to be true.
Besides, you guys should be thanking Mazda. They have a lot to do with the excellent build quality of the new Mustang.
Also, the MAZDASPEED Mazda6 goes on sale next year. Twin turbo 2.3L I4, 274 HP and 280 ft-lbs, AWD, DSC, 6-speed MTX. However, it will be built in Japan due to its low volume. Should be quite a car. No match for the Mustang GT in a straight line but you can bet it will be able to catch up in the twisties.
It's tempting but there's no way I'm giving up my dream of owning a Mustang GT convertible. I've waited too long and the current model is too good to be true.
11/4/04, 08:06 AM
#19
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Originally posted by 97svtgoin05gt+November 4, 2004, 7:16 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (97svtgoin05gt @ November 4, 2004, 7:16 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
Considering that the Mazda 6 is Front Wheel Drive and shares absolutly NO Mechanical Components with the 05 I don't see how this could even be concievable. I wouldn't worry.
Originally posted by TampaBear67@November 4, 2004, 12:12 AM
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@November 4, 2004, 2:29 AM
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
I hope the new Mustangs don't have the same Mazda 6s clutch issue. I had one of those and it needed a clutch in 6,000 miles. The replacement clutch started chattering at about 14,000 miles.
I dumped the car.
Considering that the Mazda 6 is Front Wheel Drive and shares absolutly NO Mechanical Components with the 05 I don't see how this could even be concievable. I wouldn't worry.
LORD LET'S HOPE NOT. [/b][/quote]
I spend a lot of time on Mazda 6 forums on web and I've never seen anyone complain about the clutch. I believe it's one of two things:
1. an isolated issue with your particular car
or
2. your driving style
I don't believe it's a design, or build quality issue with the 6.
