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Back in this post, http://www.mazdatalkforum.com/viewtopic ... =45#p17089 , there is some mention of the automatic and then this link to some more info

http://www.mazdatalkforum.com/viewtopic ... 7&start=45

But the link seems to go back to the same thread.

Is there any additional info anywhere?

Specifically I would like to know what extra work needs to be done to fit the catted Street Header to a 6AT, for instance details of rerouting the lines to the ATF cooler.

Thanks.

Not sure what happened to the old thread but two steps, the trim of the panel as shown...and reroute of the coolant line (replace or relocate the hard coolant line above the header with standard coolant rubber line and run it further from the header such as along the firewall and then forward).

Thanks Brian.

Can you just cut the lines?

Does ATF leak everywhere?

Found the missing link, try HERE.

Scroll UP at that link and see the pics.

Just fitted the headers and mid pipe combo and am very satisfied with the fit and finish.
Everything fitted exactly, it's a pleasure to work with well engineered equipment.
A few differences for RHD vehicles, if you unbolt the alternator completely from the block and place it where the battery was, it gives much easier access to the lower manifold nuts, the alternator doesn't need to be unplugged the cables are long enough to relocate.
This also makes removal of the old manifold easier, with more space around the steering shaft.
The coolant line across the top of the manifold did not need to be disconnected ( as per the forum info) just unbolt and move to the top of the rocker cover.
Comments about preventing the Oxygen sensor connectors from touching the exhaust are valid, but a tip I haven't seen posted before.
On the old Cat heat shield there is a "pig tail " cable guide, unbolt this and it can be screwed to the frame/body
behind the front wheel arch, it can then be bent to the correct position to enable both Oxygen Sensor cables to be run through it.
This allows some movement but prevents the cables from getting too close to the headers or steering shaft.

Hope this helps the next installer of this very recommended upgrade.

Cheers

Ikim

Brian, thank you and also Sean for the excellent customer service. I ordered the chatted street header for my 2012 late this afternoon, and already have confirmation it will be delivered day after tomorrow. I'm looking forward to the install this weekend.

Ron

Finished my Goodwin Racing Roadster Sport Ceramic Street Header and Mid-Pipe install. The only tip I have to add is.... Buy this tool http://www.tite-reach.com/ I bought this tool a year ago thinking that someday it would come in handy. It did this weekend. It made reaching all of the header nuts and others a breeze.

I saw your similar post on the Miata Forum Steve, and ordered the combo pack. Late for my install, but I can probably put them to good use if FM ever gets CARB approval for the Cosworth.

Brian,

I am in the middle of my install of header and mid-pipe. My O2 sensor was very stubborn to remove even with proper tools, PB Blaster, etc. It finally did come out but the threads look bad - perhaps it was cross-threaded from the manufacturer. I am having a machinist clean-up the threads and I'll try to reuse it. I am going to get the ECUTEK tune and was wondering if there are any options to eliminate the 02 sensor with the tune as I seem to recall that is an option. If all else fails I'll purchase a new 02 sensor.

David

The first O2 in the system is the Wideband and needs to be in the system for the car to tune itself, adjust fuel trims, etc.

The second O2 in the system is just to check function of converter and it can be removed and turned off in the calibration by the tuners like Mike at Motoeast.