This is something that actually loks allright

[McGuyver_3]

Didnt see a post of this yet. I am pretty sure some poeple will be interested in this
http://cgi.ebay.ca/MAZDA-3-AIR-CONDITION-CONTROL-PANEL-ELEGANT-SWITCH-/260718162009?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cb4037059

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a190/bmw_racing/CBEugQBWkKGrHqZk4Ez12d-KqBNJpHkFqQ_12.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a190/bmw_racing/CBEtew2kKGrHqIOKpkE0Uvny0BNJpH7pLJQ_12.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a190/bmw_racing/CBEpsgEWkKGrHqMOKpoE0U8DDwSGBNJpHr7JPg_12.jpg

[SonicBoy]

Nice billet type knobs. Nice find.

[mazdaskit]

woooo i like lol

[coriolis]

Ooohh, interesting....

[bman13]

Me and iGOZoom were discussing this...I am totally in for this.

GB?

[Cust0m]

they got them in a few colors too. pretty neat!

[iGOzoom]

Dan you are a god for finding this! The stock ones look cheap and feel like crap. Definitely a good alternative!!

[bman13]

Sent seller message about quantity discount :)

[McGuyver_3]

Dan you are a god for finding this! The stock ones look cheap and feel like crap. Definitely a good alternative!!

LOL im not a god, I am far from it. I stumbled upon these by accident during my usual ebay browsing to see what they came out with

[Hives]

Good find Dan!

[smitty519]

coooool
keep us posted on the GB status :)

[mazdaskit]

im up on a gb:D

[Fuyuzora]

If/when someone picks up a set, I'd interested to know if it would fit for the 2010 models as well.

Seller indicates fitment is for '04-'09 (by picture), but doesn't explicitly indicate it will not fit the 2010.

Would like to switch out the crummy dials for a proper knob at any rate. :)

[McGuyver_3]

If/when someone picks up a set, I'd interested to know if it would fit for the 2010 models as well.

Seller indicates fitment is for '04-'09 (by picture), but doesn't explicitly indicate it will not fit the 2010.

Would like to switch out the crummy dials for a proper knob at any rate. :)

find someone in your area who has a 04-09 and see if his adjusters will fit yours. They are a simply pull off design

[Zoom Zoom Boy]

I like these. I'd be down for a GB too. Good find Dan.

[McGuyver_3]

I like these. I'd be down for a GB too. Good find Dan.

doesnt your speed have auto climate control?

[bman13]

Still waiting on reply from seller.

[mazdilla]

I put these in my car, and a machine shop is making me caps for the radio knobs.

http://cgi.ebay.ca/MAZDA3-Have-AC-BILLET-Knob-Knobs-Kit-AC-Panel-Knob-/200574781417?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2eb33047e9

Not for everyone, but nothing else was available at the time.

[bluntman]

I like these. I'd be down for a GB too. Good find Dan.

+1

[Freakzaz]

They are a simply pull off design

I'm a noob at DIY stuff so I just want to make sure, but on the 2010s you can get the climate adjusters out by just pulling hard?

I'd be interested in a GB too, the stock adjusters are quite plain. Great find!

[McGuyver_3]

I'm a noob at DIY stuff so I just want to make sure, but on the 2010s you can get the climate adjusters out by just pulling hard?

I'd be interested in a GB too, the stock adjusters are quite plain. Great find!

im pretty sure they would be the same concept. Unfortunatly I cannot confirm this as neither of my 10's had/have mannual climate control

[cwp_sedan]

Has anyone contacted the seller for a GB/multiple quantity discount and got a response? I'm kind of interested.



EDIT: I just sent them an email. I figure if a couple of us contact the seller, they might but open to a discount

[m_a_t_r_i_x]

Im interested too for a GB.

[Thrizzl3]

i just emailed him too..lol..this should get the ball rolling

[CoolColombian]

Subscribed.

[cwp_sedan]

Ok he replied to me. He said that this individual has already contacted him and that he is going to offer a group pricing through him.

I don't think any more people should email him about the product lol.

[McGuyver_3]

I think it's bman he was the first to email

[Iceman_F1]

Interesting. Would be interested.

[zakman]

Looks more like the gt ones don't they? I like the color options. Good find.

[Iceman_F1]

Looks more like the gt ones don't they? I like the color options. Good find.

You're thinking the GFX package with the climate control. Regular GT has the simple knobs.

Climate Control version
http://images.paultan.org/uploads/2007/01/mazda3_interior_2.jpg

Regular GT version
http://www.sdamv.com/Gallery/d/3063-2/DSC_1976.jpg

[zakman]

ya thats what i ment. thanks. im interested in this if we get a group by.

[bman13]

Official GB thread for this item :)

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?51045-GB-Aftermarket-HVAC-Control-Knobs

[TOflat]

Just bought a set. Thank god these things exist. The regular knobs feel like garbage!

[n00bMeiSter]

You're thinking the GFX package with the climate control. Regular GT has the simple knobs.

Climate Control version
http://images.paultan.org/uploads/2007/01/mazda3_interior_2.jpg


Was this available on the 04's ?

[Iceman_F1]

Was this available on the 04's ?

Not sure if the auto climate was available on 04's. I was just pointing out that regular GT had a different style than the GFX ones (or at least the GFX/whatever package that came with auto climate)

[n00bMeiSter]

Not sure if the auto climate was available on 04's. I was just pointing out that regular GT had a different style than the GFX ones (or at least the GFX/whatever package that came with auto climate)

Yeah. I was just curious because I want to replace my centre console with one of those.

[cwp_sedan]

Yeah. I was just curious because I want to replace my centre console with one of those.

Too much work. Seriously.

[n00bMeiSter]

Too much work. Seriously.

Really? I can't just swap out the units? I've been told I have all the LCD functionality and stuff.

[Thrizzl3]

Really? I can't just swap out the units? I've been told I have all the LCD functionality and stuff.

if it can't be done..just leave it jeez lol

[n00bMeiSter]

if it can't be done..just leave it jeez lol

But I want the fancy buttons! :(

lol

/threadjack

[McGuyver_3]

i think in 07 was the first year they introduced auto climate control
As for converting come on Dave you have been round long enough and that subject has been covered many times. Don't do it

[n00bMeiSter]

i think in 07 was the first year they introduced auto climate control
As for converting come on Dave you have been round long enough and that subject has been covered many times. Don't do it

I know but some idiot at a nearby dealership keeps telling me that it is possible because my car already has everything and just needs the console changed. I can't fathom any of that to be true, but he insists....

[bman13]

I know but some idiot at a nearby dealership keeps telling me that it is possible because my car already has everything and just needs the console changed. I can't fathom any of that to be true, but he insists....

It is over $1500 to switch over...still want to do it? (looked into it myself).

[n00bMeiSter]

It is over $1500 to switch over...still want to do it? (looked into it myself).

I'll give you $20 and a two-four.

LOL
I'll have to pick your brain sometime about what exactly is involved in that.

[Thrizzl3]

I'll give you $20 and a two-four.

LOL
I'll have to pick your brain sometime about what exactly is involved in that.

only a "noob" would attempt this.

[McGuyver_3]

Hey Dave,
1500$ is not near enough look at this thread here
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?51023-Retro-fitting-Auto-Climate-Control-in-2005
that should answer your questions......
stop beeing a NEWB and use the SEARCH function :p lol

[n00bMeiSter]

hmmm, that's a typo, should say $200.

ANYWHO, yes I know it's expensive and not worth it, but a guy can want the impossible can't he? :P

Let's get back on track here.

[McGuyver_3]

A guy can dream but take it from a stupid guy (me) for doing anything and everything possible to modify his first 05. BIG price tag, small brain. B ut it wasn't a total loss, as it gave me lots of experience. This thread has died down, GB was opened and has been carried through