Author: TheMazdaMitch
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Removing the AC components & Deep Cleaning the Engine Bay on My Mazda Truck
Today I’m back on the Mazda project truck! In this video I clean up the transmission, remove the old AC components, and pressure wash the entire engine bay to prep for the next stages of the rebuild. This truck has decades of grime built up, so getting it cleaned out is a huge step forward.…
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Mazda B-Series Auto Transmission Removal: A DIY Step-by-Step Guide
Today I’m pulling the automatic transmission out of the Mazda B2200 – and this thing did NOT want to leave quietly. Follow along as I break down each step, share the tricks that worked (and the ones that didn’t), and get this old-school auto trans out of the truck. Perfect if you’re doing a swap,…
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Mazda B2200 Engine Removal – Final Steps – Motor Out
Today the Mazda engine finally comes out! After getting everything disconnected, I pull the motor, get it on the stand, and start tearing into what’s been causing all the problems. Found a few things I didn’t expect… If you enjoy wrenching on these old Mazda pickups, stick around – there’s plenty more coming as I…
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Mazda B2200 Engine Removal – The Teardown Begins
In this video, I start the process of pulling the engine out of my Mazda B2200 / Mazda pickup. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series where I remove the engine, break everything down, and get the truck ready for a full teardown and rebuild. If you’re working on an ’86-’93 Mazda truck or…
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How to Replace the Timing Belt on a Mazda B2200 2.2L (Complete Tutorial)
Whether you’re doing an engine rebuild, regular maintenance, or bringing your mini truck back to life, this video covers everything you need to know -including timing marks alignment, belt tensioning, and reassembly tips to get your B2200 running smooth again. WATCH NOW on YOUTUBE
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Don’t Buy the Wrong Fuel Pump for Your Mazda B2000/B2200!
You may remember this previous post about the broken arms on the off brand fuel pumps. If you have not read it, read it and then check out the video below on the update and analysis of several pumps. If you own a Mazda B2000 or B2200 from 1986 to 1993, watch this before buying…
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Slow windshield wipers – linkage or motor?
Written by: Cusser Cusser (one of our forum members) had made a post in the forum about his wipers being slow. He rarely needs them in Arizona, but did notice that they should be faster than they were. https://mazdaminitruckin.com/forums/d/741-windshield-wipers-operate-but-slow Cusser wrote the following as he took everything apart and documented his job. He basically cleaned…
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Social Media Etiquette: Why I Prefer Forums Over Facebook Groups
If you’ve been on platforms like Instagram or Facebook, you’ve likely seen this scenario: someone tags you in a group or sends a message asking you to “check your inbox.” While this might seem harmless, it’s something I’ve addressed countless times in my own Facebook group and other communities. Since those posts inevitably get buried…
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Mechanical vs Hydraulic ValveTrain
So you may have a ticking sound coming from your engine, and through the interwebs you may have read that its the hydraulic lifters or that the valves need adjusting. Then you ask yourself… I need to preface by saying my website and my YouTube channel focus primarily on the 86-93 models, but lets take…
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How to Remove a Drop in Bedliner
I have been wanting to remove this drop in bedliner on the new project truck for some time now and I finally did it. This is the first thing to actually be done on the new project. These types of bedliners can trap dirt and leaves underneath. Add water and time to the mix and…