Stargazer's MPV @ istargazer.ca
2002 Mazda MPV ES

Archived Updates: July 2002

	Friday 26 July 2002 Installed 35% metallic tint on front windows.
	Thursday 25 July 2002 OEM Hood Deflector installed.
	Monday 22 July 2002 Received a recall notice from Mazda Canada basically because the CMVSS certification label and the Owner's Manual Towing and Specifications sections don't accurately state the maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).  Incorrect Ratings Correct Ratings Max. GVWR: 2389 kg / 5267 lb Max. GVWR: 2372 kg / 5229 lb Max. GAWR Front: 1189 kg / 2621 lb Max. GAWR Front: 1180 kg / 2601 lb Max. GAWR Rear: 1221 kg / 2692 lb Max. GAWR Rear: 1214 kg / 2676 lb
	Friday 19 July 2002 Finally decided on the final location for the Valentine 1 hidden display.
	Tuesday 9 July 2002 Picked up the Evolution 1800 box. I love it because the wind noise created by the Thule bars is practically eliminated when the box is on the roof. (Yes, there was less noise even while it was in the cardboard box .)
	Sunday 7 July 2002 Drove the MPV with the Thule bars on and there is definitely increased wind noise. It starts at around 60 km/h and at 80 km/h it's a loud howling. According to the guy at the shop, putting a box on will reduce the noise. I hope so. I bought the Evolution 1800 and will be picking it up on Tuesday.
	Saturday 6 July 2002 Installed Thule cross bars on factory roof rack.
	Thursday 4 July 2002 Installed direct-wire kit for Valentine 1 radar detector.