About Brian Expertise I can answer nearly all questions about carbureted 79-85 Mazda Rx7's. I can also answer most questions about the fuel injected 84-85 GSL-SE, many questions about the Rx2, and most questions about the 75 Rx4. I have a fair ammount of knowlege about the 86 to 91 Rx7 as well.
Experience I have owned upwards of 15 79-85 Rx7's. I have always done all of my own paint, body, mechanical, and electrical work. I race a 74 Mazda Rx2 in Street Mod 2 Auto Cross competition as well.
Organizations I belong to the RCCAZ (Rotary Car Club of Arizona) and I am a moderator on AzRx7.com
Education/Credentials I am certified as a paint and body technician. I am also certified as a computer aided designer and have worked as a mechanical draftsman. Currently, I am a mechanical engineering student.
Awards and Honors I won C-Street Prepared with the Emrald Empire Sports Car Club with an 83 Rx7 in 1999
Expert: Brian Date: 6/2/2007 Subject: basic maintenance
Question 1998 mazda 626 2.0 4 cyl 57k miles i want to change fuel filter and spark plugs. looking at after market fuel filters and many are of the bent variety rather than straight why the difference? any secret or hints i might use when changing filter. when changing the plugs the wires are just pulled up? any thing i might need to know for this? (i am novice here and want to avoid problems) when should i change pvc value?
Answer There should only be one correct fuel filter design for your car. Changing the filter should be prety straight forward. Try not to spill too much gas. Don't have a icnition sources near by when you are changing it either. Yes, the plug wires just pull straight off the plug. Generally, the PCV valve does not need to be changed very often. If one of the hose connections breaks off of it, then it will need replacement. Otherwise, they don't wear out very often.
