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About joshua thorndyke
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Expertise
i'm very helpful with the mazda 626/MX6 and also the ford probe i myself own a 1993 626 and have done alot of work to it. such as a motor,tranny removal/install. timing belt replacement, suspention, exhaust, whell bearing, interior and exterior panel removal/replacement, alternators, starters, distrubutors,and much more

Experience
i've been an active automotive hobbiest for about 10 years know, i have also completed 2 semesters of automotive repair, and have 2 years of automotive shop experience. if for any reason i'm unable to help you with a question i'll take it apon myself to do the best i can to help you find the answer.
   

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94 Mazda MX62/27/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I find the idol in my car is very low when sitting at a light and it tries to stall. When driving ...
  A: purchase a spay clearing from a local parts store and spay the sensors one inside the air ducting ...
check engine light still on after repairs2/27/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 2000 Mazda 626 4 cyl. 2 weeks ago, overheated. Was told that it was a blown head gasket. ...
  A: you need to have it scaned and the scan tool can remove the stored code and reset the computer as ...
1994 Mazda MX3 belts2/26/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I recently had the belt that runs the alternator and waterpump break. I thought that I did a decent ...
  A: it is posible but buying cheat belts doesn't help much either when your car is runing look to see if ...
CV Boot or new axle2/19/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: 1996 Mazda LX, Auto, no abs brakes. After looking at the labor involved in replacing CV boots,is it ...
  A: depending on the price difference yes it is easy just to get the unit complete i myself have never ...
Mazda b2200 Computer Repair2/14/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Hey I am having problems with my mazda and I know your a 626 expert but I think my question is ...
  A: computers are easy to remove and replace and normally are located in the center of the car under the ...
Rear Shock/Strut Replacement2/14/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I want to replace the rear shock/struts. It doesn't look as easy as I first thought. What are the ...
  A: first remember all cars are different so this is just a general guild line front 1. loosen the lug ...
94 mazdz 6262/12/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: how hard is it to change the starter?
  A: not that hard but very timely V6 model before you do so purchase a thottle body gasket there about ...
R&R 1993 Mazda 626 Timing Belt2/10/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I'm trying to help my son replace the timing belt on his 1993 626. Is there an easy way to do this. ...
  A: disconnect battery loosen water pump pulley bolts remove the drive belts remove pulley position #1 ...
1999 mazda miata2/6/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: ..here goes. I have a 1999 miata, for the last couple of weeks the engine warning light has been on. ...
  A: you can check the fuel pump by listening for a humming from the tank have someone turn the key to ...
2003 Miata Timing Belt2/3/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Trying to find resources to set timing on vehicle after timing belt jumped. (Also can't see why belt ...
  A: k well you can purchase a repair manual for you make and model to get the info you need. there ...
2003 Miata Timing Belt2/2/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Trying to find resources to set timing on vehicle after timing belt jumped. (Also can't see why belt ...
  A: i don't suggest you tackle something of that nature on your own if the timing belt jumped you should ...
Ford probe 2,5 v6 valve stem seals2/2/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: my Ford probe smokes heavily. Compression test was good so we narrowed it down to the valve stem ...
  A: it's very do-able if you have some common specality tools and an air compressor the heads don't need ...
Mazda 626 Motor Mount and Transmission1/27/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I had my car serviced in Precision Tune AutoCare, including 90K standard (transmission flush, ...
  A: i suggest seaking legal advice and having your car inspected by another shop to see if any of the ...
1993 mazda mx6 serp. belt tensioner noise1/24/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: My daughter has a 93 mx6. One of the long bolts that runs thru the serpentine belt tensioner will ...
  A: i ran into that problem before myself. it's an aluminum block so more then likely the tread is ...
MPV Catalytic Converters (2001)1/24/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 2001 Mazda MPV 2.5 L V6 with 98,000 miles. Recently the check engine light has come on. ...
  A: if you feel you can do the job yourself the great go ahead and do it, chances are that you may have ...
1996 mazda protege1/23/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: The wiper motor will not turn off. what do I check, to make a repair.
  A: ( wipers won't shut off unless the ignition is off?) disconnect the wiring from the wiper control ...
2002 mazda6261/22/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: the battery, starter and alternator is fine - electrical no prob - car does not start ...
  A: fuel filter is only to filter the fuel it wouldn't stop your gas from not running, pcv valve is used ...
intermittent, violent shaking from front end1/16/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a '93 Probe GT with 170K on it, and coming up the freeway this morning something awful ...
  A: the front end ball joints can be the problem and are easy to check just jack the car up and move the ...
1994 Mazda MX3 belts1/15/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Both belts in my car (4 cyl) need to be changed. Can you advise on the proper procedure?
  A: loosen the adjuster bolts and remove the belts, install new belts and tighten then measure the belt ...
93 Mazda protege clutch problems1/15/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 93 protege and the clutch is extremely loose. I was told it was the shift guide plate or ...
  A: it could be the pressure plate. replacing the clutch is something that i recommend you leave to an ...
1998 Mazda Protege Stalled at stop sign, wont start1/13/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I stopped at a stop sign and when I stepped on the gas pedal, the car just quit on me. Was not able ...
  A: did you try testing the fuel pump? with a buddy put your ear close to the fuel tank and have him ...
2001 Mazda Millinia1/11/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I had a P0400 code on car. I put car in for service had EGR valve cleaned along with tuneup. Got car ...
  A: they were right to clean the egr valve the code indicates an exhaust gas recirculation flow ...
Mazda 626: Headlights1/10/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Having some issues with my headlights, just this weekend that went out and would not come back on. ...
  A: it's very posible the dealer is right and it's the comdination swich sounds a little exspensive to ...
Sputtering/Dying 1993 Mazda Protege1/8/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 1993 mazda protege, and ever since the weather has gotten colder my car has started to ...
  A: i noticed you commented on changing the batter and having the oil changed and the fuel filter it ...
2002 protege alternator/belt1/8/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: I read on this forum that maybe one or two people have had a similar problem that my protege is ...
  A: first replace the belt using wd40 can cause it to weaken and crack. and adjust it. most of the time ...
mazda 2000 2.51/3/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: the code is p0421 i took off my converter and there was grey stone like deposits in it
  A: i'm showing warm up cat efficiency below threshold (cylinder bank no.1)it could posibly be the ...
mirror replacement1/3/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: Joshua, I need to replace the manual, drivers side mirror to a 626. I haven't really taken a close ...
  A: i also have a mazda 626 1993 and it's really somple to do there's a small plastic cover right behind ...
mazda 2000 2.51/3/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: i have a check engine light on that reads warm up catalyst below threshold bank 1 is this an ...
  A: i'd say yes by the sounds of it do you know the engine code for me to have a look and see what it ...
Wheel Bearing Replacement1/2/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: What is involved in replacing a front wheel bearing on a 1993 Mazda Protege? Is it something I can ...
  A: depending on your knowlebge and what you can do yes most people can fix a wheel bearing themselfs i ...
tribute compression loss1/2/2008joshua thorndyke
  Q: my 02 v6 has had the 100k service and had 1 coil replaced to rectify an intermittent miss under ...
  A: i don't see the recetion being a problem are the plugs having anything to do with compression loss ...
Electrical problem12/30/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 1993 Mazda 626 ES with about 120km and lately I have been going thru fuses like no ...
  A: you have a short somewhere in a wire look for corroded or broken wires if you can't find the problem ...
2001 626 V6 Auto Trans question12/29/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: On a Mazda 626, 2.5l V6. This car has a serviceable transmission filter. What is the rule for ...
  A: if your popping the pan off you should also change the filter your there any ways. as long as you ...
mazda b220012/27/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: my truck throttle is very hesitant as well as sluggish,idle is rough and it idles at around 2000 rpm ...
  A: most commonly idle problem can be fixed by cleaning the map sensor and cleaning the throttle body. ...
Engine started rattling now ticks12/26/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 1995 Mazda 626, purchased used from Missouri, the problem is that the car started cutting ...
  A: if your missing bolts from the engine and some parts are loose,mising or broken then before i have a ...
removal of alternator in a 2003 mazda 6i 4cy12/24/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: I have a 2003 Mazda i. And i need to replace the alternator in it. (Battery shows 11.9 volts when ...
  A: not to sure about the warranty on your car it all depends what coverage you purchased. but for the ...
CV joints12/20/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: On a 1995 Mazda MX6 how do you remove the CV joint from the axle shaft? I thought there was just a ...
  A: i don't sugeest trying to fix the cv joint on the axle commonly i replace it as a unit to remove the ...
Tribute'01 inner door handle disconnected12/20/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: I was hoping you could help me out. The inner door handle on the Tribute has become disconnected ...
  A: it is a do it yourself fix if you have the know how to do so start by disarming the airbag first and ...
mazada 92912/18/2007joshua thorndyke
  Q: My car will not run. The battery is new the electrical functions all work when I put the key in but ...
  A: check the common things a car needs to start. spark is easy to test you can simply remove a spark ...
basic maintenance6/2/2007Brian
  Q: 1998 mazda 626 2.0 4 cyl 57k miles i want to change fuel filter and spark plugs. looking at after ...
  A: There should only be one correct fuel filter design for your car. Changing the filter should be ...
'98 Mazda Miata won't start5/14/2007Brian
  Q: Battery was dead. Tried to jump start. Nothing. Lights only thing that works. Battery is now fully ...
  A: It sounds like you have a bad fuse or a bad fusable link. There are a few large fuses located in the ...

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