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Postby SpeedRacer » Thu Sep 20, 2007 9:14

This is from Cashmere on 3 forums but figured i'd copy it over here for us as well..


[b]COSMETIC/CUSTOM HOW-TO's:
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How To: Shave MS3 Side Moldings/MS3 Emblems:

How To: Install/Hardwire Radar Detector:

[url=http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=26798.0%5d%5bcolor=]How To: Reaching and Disassembling the Instrument Cluster/Taking Dash Apart with Pictures:[/color][/url]

How To: Complete DD Navigation System Install with Pictures:

How To: Unlock Trip Computer On Non GT MS3

How To: Paint Your Calipers with Pictures:

How To: Install the Rockblocker Foglight Kit:

How To: Paint Your Headlights with Pictures:

How To: Paint Stock Rims:

How To: Tint Sidemarkers with Pictures (with Film):
How To: Tint Sidemarkers with Pictures (with Spray Tint):

How To: Install Rain Guards / Rainguards with Pictures:

How To: Install Clear/Tinted Reflectors And Side Markers with Pictures:

How To: Paint Your Emblems with Pictures:

How To: Program Homelink Rear View Mirror:

How To: Remove Cigarette Lighter Panel and Hardwire Radar Detector:

How To: Change the Color of your Radio LCD with Pictures:

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Interior:
Reaching and Disassembling the Instrument Cluster : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=26798.0
Changing Dash LED Light Colors : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=31367.0
TWM Short Shifter : http://www.mazda3forums.com/downloads/twm_...zda3_manual.pdf
Back Seat Removal & Leather Seat Covers : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=47694.0
Glove box removal & Wire through Firewall : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=51187.0
Valentine One Radar Detector : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=43998.0
Change Your Door Fabric Inserts : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=40144.0
Removing Rear Deck Lid Cover : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=17951.0
MazdaSpeed Short Shifter : http://www.twmperformance.com/manuals/Mazda%203%20Manual.pdf
Remote Trunk Release : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=45563.0
Replacing Ashtray Bulb to LED : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=67471.0
Change the color of your Radios LCD Bar: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=69809.0
Change the color of Odometer LCD screen: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=72736.0

Exterior:
Front Bumper Removal * s model : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=41782.0
Shark Fin Antenna : http://www.visualgarage.com/Product_Installation.html
Rear Reflector Overlays : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=51007.0
Door Molding Removal : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=53031.0
Custom Grill Mesh on Factory 3s : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=49048.0
Fog Light Plate Mesh : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=53326.0
Carbon Fiber Locking Hood Pins : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=51035.0
Heated Mirrors : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topi...23429#msg623429
Use Sharkfin Antenna to Hide Sirius & Stock Antenna : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=43465
Painting Emblems : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=61104.0
Clear Reflectors & Side Markers : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=42390.0

Lighting:
LED Mirrors (1) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=37620.210
LED Mirrors (2) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=56541.0
Changing Headlight Bulbs (Halogen) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=4139.0
HID Kit ( Polarian ) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=11877.0
Swap H11 Fog Light Bulbs * i model...? : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=3875.0
Making your own LED Side Mirrors : http://www.mazda3forums.com/userfiles/mirrorinstall.pdf
Angel eyes ( Demon Eyes ) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=43779.0
Put LED Strips in Tail Light Housings makes LED Rings : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=45339.0
Disable Day Time Running Lights : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=53796.0
ReAim HID ( Low Beams ) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=15699.0
LED Third Brake Light : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=53238.0
LED Tails : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=54355.0
Disable DRL XenonStore.com Wiring Harness : http://www.thexenonstore.com/mazda3_drl.php
Umnitza Predator Thinlines ( Angel Eyes ) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=16576.0
cbogey88's Under Hood lighting : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=62721.0
Independent Fogs : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=11730.0
Apexcone HIDs : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=67208.0

Engine/Trans:
ETB Coolant bypass : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=25785.0
Injen CAI Intake : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=40198.0
Automatic Transmission Fluid Change : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=22539&
Cruise Control : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=54363.0
Clutch swap : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=36065.0
Simota Racing Carbon Fiber Intake : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=20909&
Changing Your Oil : http://robert.aitchison.org/tiki-page.php?...+DIY+Oil+Change
Speed3 protegegarage.com/ETS TMIC upgrade : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=65088.0
Speed3 Stiffen your engine mount (works for normal 3 too) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=64447.0
ETB Ground DIY under $10 : http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?p=2400612
Add Transmission Cooler + Flush 8qt's AT Fluid: http://www.mazda3forums.com:80/index.php?topic=66369.0
Beginner's Guide to the VCTS Removal: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=71515.0

Suspension/Brakes:
GT-Spec Front Tower Bar : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=30623.0
GT-Spec Rear Lower Tie Bar : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=66267.0
GT-Spec 4PT Ladder Bar : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=66264.0
Rear Camber Links : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=45357.0
Eibach/SPC Rear Camber Kit : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=40791.0
Rear Sway Bar : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=15999.0
Eibach Springs (1) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=21907.0
Eibach Springs (2) : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=7322.0
TCE Wilwood Big Brake Kit : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=19728.0
Front & Rear Rotor + Brake change : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=25476.0
Painting Your Calipers : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=54004.0
Rotor, Brake Pad, & Brake Line Install/Replacement : http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=32297.0
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AWR Rear Mount: http://www.mazda3forums.com/index.php?topic=65089.0
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Postby Shadowden » Fri Oct 28, 2011 9:14

I did the door fabric modification. I ended up getting 3 of the 4 installed to where I would subject them to some pretty good scruitny. By this I mean they were done very well. I had issues with one, that I had planned ot redo. I used the aerosol 3m High Strength 90. About 3 weeks later, they all started bubbling. Upon talking to 3 different interior shops, they all said this is what they would expect. I am having mine redone prrofessionally. Cost is estimated at around 125.00-130.00 using a nice perforated vinyl. There are cheaper and more expensive fabric options as always, but the labor rate would be the same (about 85.00) with you taking the seperated panels in and the original material removed (though if it is the original material, you may just take that in as it leaves no residue when pulled).

Hope that helps someone.

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Postby kingtut » Fri Oct 28, 2011 9:14

Shadowden wrote:I did the door fabric modification. I ended up getting 3 of the 4 installed to where I would subject them to some pretty good scruitny. By this I mean they were done very well. I had issues with one, that I had planned ot redo. I used the aerosol 3m High Strength 90. About 3 weeks later, they all started bubbling. Upon talking to 3 different interior shops, they all said this is what they would expect. I am having mine redone prrofessionally. Cost is estimated at around 125.00-130.00 using a nice perforated vinyl. There are cheaper and more expensive fabric options as always, but the labor rate would be the same (about 85.00) with you taking the seperated panels in and the original material removed (though if it is the original material, you may just take that in as it leaves no residue when pulled).

Hope that helps someone.



Seems like a very reasonable (if not cheap) price. Interested on how things turn out for you.
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Postby Shadowden » Mon Nov 07, 2011 9:14

kingtut wrote:Seems like a very reasonable (if not cheap) price. Interested on how things turn out for you.


So you saw them both (DIY and Professional) in person, what did you think? The materials were vastly different so a tough side to side, but I know I would lean toward the professionl for this work. Door pillars and headliner are definately going ot a pro.


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