Category: News
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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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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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Snap-On toolbox Restoration
As many of you may now know, with the new reworking of this website, it allows me to make “posts” or “articles” much like a blog from back in the day. That’s right… blogs, websites, and forums are making a comeback as people are growing tired of social apps! Anyways, I will use the medium…
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End of the Road: MotorTrend Shuts Down, Marking a Shift in Automotive Media
Another automotive-focused TV show, Roadkill, has come to an end. Mike Finnegan shared the surprising news on Reddit, revealing that the show has been canceled after 13 seasons. Additionally, he confirmed that MotorTrend’s entire production company is shutting down. Roadkill, like several other car shows, originally debuted on YouTube, offering free access to viewers. Its…
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How to Enter Our Amazon Gift Card Giveaway!
I am having a small giveaway here on the website where you can win a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Its really easy to enter to win. This is all you need to do to be entered into the giveaway: Thats it! After 1000 members have signed up, and posted in the readers rides category of…
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Facebook Group Vs Forums
The Facebook Group MazdaMiniTrucking that I have cultivated over the years has been put on PAUSE for a while, and possibly forever. The content therein is still searchable if you are a member of that group. No further member joins or discussions can take place while the group is on pause. The group cannot be…
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Why I Chose a Harbor Freight Gantry Crane for My Workshop
This weekend, I installed a Harbor Freight Gantry Crane to replace my homemade one from 2016. With a new shop and winter approaching, I needed an indoor solution to swap truck motors. After purchasing and assembling it, I borrowed a trolley, but might buy the correct one. The crane seems capable for my needs.