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What are your current thougths on the Miller Cylce Engine? From my personal assessments, it outperformances, the TL's and I30's engine, in terms of feel and responsiveness.
Regards,
but i'm disappointed with the transmission, i floored the car without turning on the HOLD button
and i was in 3,000rpm for more than 3 sec till it switched up a gear...
The Miller Cylce Engine, is somewhat erratic in performance,. I look at it as a love/hate thing,. but I can tell you from experience it certainly can/will outperform many engines with 15 - 25 more hp while at high RPM's - if this is a concern of yours.
cheers
Just about everyone who owns a 2000 Millenia/s is upside-down on thier car, unless they leased it or they put down at least $7,000 and managed to purchased thier Millenia when Mazda was offering the $5,000 discount.
I had to say it!
Oh Well!
In terms of output, my eyes tell me that we have at least 2.5 times the lumens. The halogens were yellow and dangerously dim by comparison. The light on the road is pure white, not blue (thank God). The color resembles that of the latest Acuras. Stock BMW HID lamps look a little bluer. My lamps still look a bluish in a sea of yellow halogens.
In terms of beam pattern, the projector lenses do a superb job of controlling glare and putting light exactly where I want it. Behind the wheel, I see a very uniform blanket of cool white light. I’ll even argue that my beam pattern was better defined than a ’00 Acura TL I passed up one night. It’s kind of spooky. I’d be more concerned with a conventional reflector lens setup; reflectors designed to handle half the lumens will likely make glare a problem. Despite the well-controled beam pattern, no HID conversion kits will be officially sold as DOT/SAE compliant devices. But I’ve passed many cops; they don’t appear to be distracted as I drive by (knock on burlwood).
Customer service was excellent. Phoenix is small, but their staff (especially Bob [superlite@earthlink.net]) is very eager to please. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional and prompt. I’d buy from them again. My kit has been working reliably so far. The ten-year warranty is indicative of how confident they are in their kit. Hope I don’t need to use it any time soon.
Also check out other HID dealers:
http://www.suvlights.com
http://www.autolamps-online.com
http://www.hidlamps.com
http://www.hitechimportlighting.com
Educate yourself! Check out the Philips lighting forum. http://www.lighting.philips.com/forum/forum_6/wwwforum.cgi
Hope this helps.
-Ecaf
Coming from the 1999 Protege I regularly drive, the steering on both Millenias was perhaps too light for my liking and the gas and brake pedals were a tad too close together for my boots. Other than that, it didn't take long to get used to. I liked it a lot overall, though the only other comparable car I've tested so far is the Maxima (which had that spongy, artificial steering seemingly characteristic of all Nissans).
I love everything about this car except its oem tires(Dunlop Sport 4000). In 15 months, I have gone through 3 tires with the same problem. All three developed bulges in the sidewall. They attributed the problem to me hitting a pothole or a curb. I attribute the problem to a bad tire. Is anyone else experiencing this problem? Can anyone recommend another brand of tires? What is the optimal tire pressure for these tires?
Dunlop has agreed to trade me up to the Sport 5000 for about $500 for all four. I don't know if I should accept or look elsewhere.
Thanks in advance
Thanks,
Bob
Regards,
Last month, I had HID installed. It's suberb. I was next to a 2001 Mercedes S500 and I must admit, my lights were brighter and better spread.
You know what car has one of the best headlights. Try Honda S2000. The lights are super white and bright and gives an amazing purple flicker at a distance.
You can change some of the 17" tire specifications without any worries for the majority of the times. However, consult with a couple tire specialist to better help you determine with using a different series, i.e 40, 45, 50 ect,. will be of any major nusiance to you.
I was using a 35 series 18" tire on my previous car therefore, a coarse ride doesn't really bother me much, if you are accustomed to smooth, rides than you may want to consider not using a lower tire series.
Regards,
fabricate an intake for the millenia s is, weapon-r. however, they stated that they need to actually few the set up.
to bad they are located on the west coast and i am on the east coast.
Check Engine Light on: Codes P1170-Ho2s 11-Inversion and P1173-Ho2s21-Inversion (O2 sensors).
Radiator shot and replaced: $550
Leaky Cam Seals - need replacing after 60K was done ($800 estimate). Still minor leaking, but too expensive.
H20 Pump went south: replaced at time of 60K.
60K Service (w/new pump and brakes): $992.30
Replaced both CV joints: $608
Oil sending unit replaced: $75
I don't know about you all, but this is some major repairs that should not be happening. The CV's I understand, but the radiator CRACKED in half - on a cold 45 degree day!
I think Mazda used some cheap parts for the 95L - only to improve on it down the road.
I have a Miata that is supercharged and it has had zero problems, but we will not be buying another Millenia.
-MazNut
1) Dash lights not coming on. Turns out that the CPU was shot and thank god it was replaced under warranty (by a month!) - radio replaced as well.
2) The remote we got did not work - only to find out that the car was NOT equipped for remote door locks. I verified this through a Mazda VIN check. Thus, not all 95 Millenias come with remote door locks (as stated by Mazda/USA). You can reprogram your door remote by holding down the door light switch and holding down your remote key - you may want to verify this with your Mazda mechanic.
3) Some paint flaking off the front bumper - this still may be a recall.
4) The head liner - sheesh, this headliner is deteriorating in the back of the car. We are not too happy about this one.
I think over time, the Millenia will have its problems - like any car, but the difference is in the parts that are failing and pretty scary.
I have had my share of VW/Toyota/Honda/Mazda/Ford/Pontiac - but this car seems to have had more repairs than normal.
-MazNut
-Regards,
1. valve cover gaskets(2) both leaking a bit approx $450.
2. right axle seal leaking. approx $250
3. wheel bearings(2) approx $500
unfortunatley, gaskets do break down and need to be replaced. it is not so much the part, than the labor to fix it.
wheel bearings( a loud hum noise from the front) yes, i think this was unnessecary- maybe due to I drive fast...
i am starting to hear a clipping/distortion form the bose rear speaker. aprox $375 for the speaker/built in amp(part only) yep, i play my music load.
right now i have approx 87K, plan to keep until before my 120k service(timing belt change)!
Jean
Jean
On a related note, people often suggest getting replacements through tirerack.com, and the prices look good, but how do you get them installed? Getting 4 tires dropped off at my house by the UPS guy doesn't help me much. A mechanic I used to know had a favorite saying "You don't bring the steak to the restaurant" if somebody asked about bringing in their own parts for him to install.
Acabral: I don't want to spend close to $200 for a tire. What do you think about the cheaper Goodyears? (or similar)
My speculation is that, if the Goodyears were performing well ten years ago, they should be an excellent choice of tires for value and performance today.
I personally, would not purchase a completely "no-name" tire for warranty/saftey,performance factors. Unless your wallet is dictating you to do so.
Regards,
Jean
I would expect that tires that work well for a Maxima would work well for a Millenia, and vice versa.
John
Need to know some things. I paid less than $7K. Did I get a good deal?? Of course I had to fly there and drive it back and that was an expensive experience. I flew to Phoenix last weekend and purchased the car and drove back 1800+ miles non-stop. The last 500 miles were in a snow storm, saw hundreds of cars in the ditch as well as about 30 semis, 5 were turned over and two had cabs that were totaled. Semi drivers are nuts, how I made it back without mishap was God's doing. The car has tires that are for high speed dry pavement driving. The first thing I did when I came back was to order online a set of four wheels and the best snow tires I could find from WWW.discounttiresdirect.com for about $400. Hopefully they will make it by the end of next week. I'm on a list with over 1500 RX-7 fanatics like me and get about 50 messages a day on it, is there a list for Millenia owners like this?? Probably not.For the MPG fanatics I got this on the way back.
temp miles gal mph on cruise avg mpg
70 304 12.2 90 24.9
60 393 14.6 85 26.9
50 312 11.9 80 26.2
20 344 14.6 80 23.6
Cold weather always gets worse mpg. The rest of the trip forget it, big snow storm. I need to know what and where I can do to hop it up. If the engine finally goes can I bore and stroke it to 3+ liters. Should I get 300+ hp then? In the meantime there should be some intake, ECU and exhaust mods to get it to 240 hp? Where do I go???
So far one hellava an auto for the $$$.
Ken
luv94rx7, what a coincidence, 'cause I also owned a white '94 RX7 Touring, here's a link to my Mazda collections
http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=1191670&a=8779176
Haven't really modify anything on the car, other than an HKS air filter, muffler, boost gauge and 18" BBS RX rims. Actually, I think the original twin-turbo is going out pretty soon, any tips on what to do? or where to go for a replacement turbo?.
BTW, $7K for a '95 Millenia S is a pretty good deal for a car this good.
Cheers
1)the YEAR & MODEL of our Millenia
2)number of miles on it
3)all repairs done on it since new (not routine maintenance)
4) From experience, the Pros & Cons of ownership.
5) Any additional info felt relevent.
6) Your query, if any.
My Millenia is:
1. 1995 Mazda Millenia S
2. 61,300 miles
3. Has slight shutter in front brakes which has not been repaired. Probably rotors need turning. Have recently noticed smoke coming from exhaust when first starting each day. After cranking, no smoke. Has not yet had 60,000 mile service ($1200!).
4. I love this car. It's beauty, performance, and initial cost are great. So far, it has been a pleasure to own, and if the next 60,000 would be as reasonably trouble-free, I would definitely keep it. However, given the relatively high expense of even small repairs, I am thinking it might be time to replace it. I may be pushing my luck by keeping it?
5. I live in NC and this car has seen very little snow. Overall, it is immaculate, but I am concerned about future costly repairs.
6. Insights, opinions, advice?
The only modifications on my car are the Drop-in K&N air filter and the Apexi N1 muffler (Cat back with the initial muffler intact - custom made piping from initial muffler to the N1). The muffler sounds deep on the highway but quite on the street (I love it a lot)!
Bellow is a list of the repairs & maintenace I had made so far (excluding oil changes):
(1) Timing belt & all the belts (at 64k miles)
(2) water pump (@ 64k miles)
(3) fuel filter (@ 64K miles)
(4) spark plugs (@64k miles)-(NGK platinum)
(5) Replace the radiator (at 70k miles, cost:$400)-(slight crack on the side plastic part of the radiator)
(6) replace 2 tires (@ 64K miles)
I love the car every much, the style, the performance, the price, just NOT the "check engine light", please HELP me! What's "Fuel trim malfunction Bank 1 & 2"??? THANKS :-)
It did have a strong gas odor at startup on cold days but this went away at about 9K miles when exhaust system had a chance to buildup a little. Also still have glove box that squeaks some when cold but stops when interior warms up. The dunlops have no abnormal wear. I have gotten used to the fuel tank sloshing sound which is not very loud. I found that the insulating material (blanket) under the rear seat had not been properly installed. When I released the bottom of the rear seat, the insulating blanket was bunched up. I spread it out and this helped reduce the noise dramatically. I suppose I could add to it and virtually eliminate the noise.
My fuel economy is about 20mpg city/highway combined (a mild disappointment). I too love the style, handling, value and quite good performance of this car. It actually is amazing that it is a 4 door sedan which can comfortably hold a family of 4 and still look so sporty. The trunk is very large. Behind the wheel, I feel as if I am driving a very attractive and well engineered sports sedan. Compared with driving the maxima, lexus and acura sedans, it seems more like a sports car. I pesonally think it is way more eye appealing than these.
The more I drive this car the more I love it...
Thus far, owning it has been a very satisfying experience.
I'm about to hit 27,000 miles
Repairs done so far (first 10,000 miles were trouble free)
1. Driver's side fog light has gone out twice...replaced by warranty.
2. Auto-tilt away steering wheel did not tilt away...steering column replaced...has malfunctioned once since being replaced.
3. CD player skipped...bought a CD cleaner...fine ever since
4. Warped glove box replaced after squeaking
5. A-pillar trim adjusted because of squeaking
6. Fuel gauge replaced after not reading properly
7. AC fan replaced after making loud noises
Current Issues I haven't bothered addressing
1. The passenger side airbag cover squeaks when going over bumps or rough pavement.
2. Sunroof rattles occassionally when sunshade is open.
Despite everything that has been repaired on this car...I still love driving it and think that it is one of the best looking cars on the road.
When my lease runs up in 2002...I do plan on leasing another Millenia...but next time I'm going to go for the S...now that prices have dropped. I'm not crazy about the new exterior styling...but I think the interior upgrades make up for it.
This is one of the nicest looking car on the road today (RX-7 is the best looking). Haven't had much problem with the car other than
1. Small rattling noise on the rear roof areas (I mentioned this when I did the survey on "Mazdatown" and one of Mazda USA cust serv just left me a message yesterday to solve this problem, we'll see)
2. The materials on the door handle chipped.
3. The auto-tilt steering wheel doesn't tilt up sometimes (My workaround to this problem, while taking the keys out of the ignition, hold and push/drag it to the left and out)
The rattle noise is the only one that bothers me and which I'm going to
Other than that, the car is perfect. I love the attention I'm getting while driving this car, it's not a Me-too car like Lexus ES (Camry twins) or Acura TL (ahemm, Accord on steroid).
The 17" wheels really makes this car looks even more like a sport sedan. Reach 137mph few months back on my way back from NoCal to LA, I think the car's max speed is about 142mph.
I'm only getting about 19mpg now, this is more because the way I'm driving.
I'm planning to get another Millenia in about three years when the new model shows up. I do like the new 2001 Millenia, especially in silver, white or blue; not the two tone color. Actually, I'm planning to change my taillights with the 2001 taillights; they look very nice.
cheers