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chiefmg

11th March 2015, 17:59

My son lost a tire to a pothole so work on his car was postponed. Back to work on the Miata. I dropped off the wheels after finding out the S-Drives I ordered last week would be in this afternoon. Picked up the header from the welder, they basically just cropped off the top of the bung and welded it shut. There is a little bit of it sticking inside the pipe but I don't have anything right now to get in there and grind it out, so I'm leaving it. Got that installed, it is a proper NB header as there is plenty of clearance around all the chassis bits. I couldn't go any further as the O-ring at the base of the dipstick broke so I have to replace that. While she is in the air I went ahead and installed the Beatrush PPF brace. Pretty easy to do, took me maybe 10 minutes not including pictures.

StratCat

11th March 2015, 18:41

Success! Congrats! My kid can't change a tire. (It's hard to manage a car jack while holding and looking at his phone).Have you tried getting him in an autocross or on a road-course, for a ride-along?

One autocross ride-along experience gave my kid the bug - the next HPDX ride-along at the Autobahn (hi-speed road course) got him completely hooked!

The deal he has is: I provide the predominance of financing, in return he does the wrenching under my direction (incl our other cars), and he has to hold his academics to high standards, while staying out of trouble.

In return for the privilege of me supporting his track habit, he must refrain from shenanigans on the street, or our family provided racing support structure gets revoked - including his use of the Miata.

It's going on two years now, and quite honestly his racing addiction has really acted as a great motivator for him to lead his life with maturity and sensibility. He realizes he has opportunities few of his friends have at his age, he needs our help to do it, and he's willing to work his end of the deal. Also, the guys he's meeting through his SCCA association tend to be older, more competent, and more mature than his street-racing buddies from school, so they are a great influence on him. My local SCCA chapter runs a tight ship, and the kid is learning the ways of the adult world - there's no room on the track for screw-ups or screw-offs, and if you don't pass tech or follow the regs, you're out in a heartbeat.

It's also allowed him to see the financial realities of the adult world, and has motivated him to get serious with his career and educational plans (he's attempting a career in finance 'cuz he thinks it will provide him the compensation required to continue to race as a young adult when he moves out)

I'm shocked at how I see a maturity in him beyond many of his H.S. buddies, and crazy as it sounds, I believe a lot to do with it is his racing programs & racing associations.

Sorry for the length, but I'm blown away by the positive changes I've see in my son's life; coincidence or not, he started racing - and then immediately started really got his act together.

BStathy

11th March 2015, 19:44

StratCat, he wouldn't be involved like he is and on such a positive track without a role model, someone he respects and wants to emulate. I strongly suspect that's you:). No job satisfaction I've found compares to seeing your "kids" become caring, responsible, productive adults with passion for life and compassion for others. Enjoy!

alape8

11th March 2015, 20:30

Weather's been nice and is forecasted to be that way for at least the next week, so I threw on the new 6UL's with S-drives and went for a spin. The improvement over the OEM 17's was unreal :eek:

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5Miata10

11th March 2015, 21:31

I used to be regionally competitive in C stock, CSP, then B stock in my various Miatas. But there is a reason I call the kid the poster child for millennials. He has the attention span of a nat. He'd love the 60 to 90 second rush. And trying to get him interested in even maintaining his own vehicle has been a bust. He could if he wanted to but just isn't interested. He is a good kid but woul rather be mountain biking. So at least I can get him on a bike. And kick his butt on that!

Have you tried getting him in an autocross or on a road-course, for a ride-along?

cw_01miata

11th March 2015, 21:51

Came home from work and the whole house smells like chocolate chip cookies. And this arrived.

Chris GTO TT

11th March 2015, 22:29

I don't see any cookies in that picture....

Spacecat

12th March 2015, 03:01

Weather's been nice and is forecasted to be that way for at least the next week, so I threw on the new 6UL's with S-drives and went for a spin. The improvement over the OEM 17's was unreal :eek:

212047

Curious to know what specifically you felt improvement with. I'm interested in getting a set of wheels lighter than my stock 18 pounders, and especially like the look of the 6ULs...

alape8

12th March 2015, 08:09

Curious to know what specifically you felt improvement with. I'm interested in getting a set of wheels lighter than my stock 18 pounders, and especially like the look of the 6ULs...

Car feels like it's a bit lighter and handles much... crisper(?) than before. Can't think of the proper word but steering is more responsive. Shocks from imperfections in the road aren't as harsh so the ride is actually rather enjoyable now, although I'd wager that's a result of the larger sidewall on the tire rather than the wheels.

Spacecat

12th March 2015, 10:30

Still, sounds great! Lighter rims, wider track, and more sidewall probably all contribute. Thanks for the response!

chiefmg

12th March 2015, 10:57

Pictures of yesterday's work:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8570/16768071376_cf67bfe082.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8590/16174010893_7f2bae55e6.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8641/16793937205_ef7585f75f.jpg
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8641/16586649877_e2cb406312.jpg

The picture of the header shows how clean I was able to get most of it, closer to the flange there is discoloration but I got rid of the majority of the corrosion. I have to wait until tomorrow to finish assembly, the dipstick tube O-ring broke and the dealer has none on the shelf. I'm getting 4 just to have them on hand since I seem to pull the tube quite a bit.

StratCat

12th March 2015, 11:08

StratCat, he wouldn't be involved like he is and on such a positive track without a role model,Thanks for the kind words.

Yes, I'm fortunate that he has some good role models in his life, and he seems to be associating his-self with some of the better ones - hopefully this continues.

J3cubrc

12th March 2015, 21:28

Drove it. Whew! It's been a long three months.

Shellemonster

12th March 2015, 22:39

Continued the diet plan... can you ever loose too much weight?
Gotta write a build thread on this thing...

http://i740.photobucket.com/albums/xx49/Shellemonster/IMG_1263.jpg

scenturion

12th March 2015, 23:31

Man, FM quality control on the frame rails ain't great.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X87S3EcVGXA/VQJXYKXwkVI/AAAAAAAARz4/xCyFqpEYG1Y/s720/IMG_20150312_182407.jpg

Installled a Longacre extended mirror onto the stock mirror body.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-VSaO1-6sl6Q/VQJXWSBYJyI/AAAAAAAAR0c/U_fuCfgSIpY/s720/IMG_20150312_191718.jpg

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-lQ10CE24im8/VQJXIElHhPI/AAAAAAAARyw/XGztYy5xlmY/s720/IMG_20150312_191729.jpg

tmkowal

13th March 2015, 00:07

Went for my first drive of 2015! ...but got towed home behind my neighbors Toyota Tundra.
Last night I completed the install of FM sways and Vmaxx extremes, along with new/used Torsen diff. At first everything was dandy, loving the handling, dreaming of the difference new wheels and tire will make. At a stop light I smelled gear oil, pulled over and saw some leakage at the axle oil seals and it was splattering on the tail pipe. Not too concerned, maybe I nicked the seal or over filled it... Drove to local Mazda dealer to see if the have the seals in stock (more for having a destination as opposed to an urgent need...). Not in stock, no problem. Driving home stopped at an intersection, started crossing, halfway through the power to the wheels stopped and the engine revved. Luckily there wasn't any cross traffic, as usually it is a busy intersection and I'm making a mad dash to beat the traffic, so I limped through and pulled over. Prop shaft still spins, maybe the pinion nut was loose (should have checked it before the install, lesson learned.). Luckily I was just a mile from home and my neighbor was available. Back on the jack stands tomorrow...

Panchira!

13th March 2015, 00:20

Removed soft top for good, installed hardtop with spec miata brackets. Need to adjust the windows but I'm dead tired. Now I'm getting a brake shudder from the right front. The fun never seems to end lately.

Soft top weight - 39.2 pounds

90-91 hardtop - 32 pounds

Loss of 7.2 pounds not counting the rear deck carpeting, rain rail brackets or trim pices.

stoves

13th March 2015, 10:34

Worked on installing the wiring for my new megasquirt and removed a few interior pieces. Hopefully I can get the car finished up soon.

chiefmg

13th March 2015, 13:44

O-rings came in early this morning so I have everything buttoned back up. Only took 1 1/2 hours to put the 'charger back in with all the ancillary bits installed. From some recent research it appears it is now recommended to connect the wideband ground to the power ground wire on the ECU (last place I had it hooked up was on the intake manifold where the ECU base ground is). Can't figure out which of the wires that would be so I've sent a message to Reverant asking him for help.

boomercarguy

13th March 2015, 14:01

chiefmg - When I replaced my dipstick because of a broken O-ring handle which had become brittle from the engine heat, I cut the ring off my new dipstick and smoothed the edges of the remaining straight handle. I can still pull the dipstick out with no problem but when I put it back into the tube, I put my finger on the top of the handle for the last couple inches because it wants to rotate, and this lets it happen without my holding on to the "O-ring" and causing sideways torque on the handle. Maybe this torque was damaging your o-ring on the dipstick seal.

chiefmg

13th March 2015, 15:17

What you are talking about is not an O-ring. An O-ring is a seal/gasket usually made of some sort of rubber. The one that failed on me is at the bottom of the dipstick tube where it goes into the engine block. You have to remove the tube if you want ease of replacement of your header.

InitialNB2

13th March 2015, 17:24

Started her up last night. Battery was totally dead and had to jump it. After a 20 min spirited drive, I parked it in the garage and tried to start it up... battery was still dead and barely cranked over... But overall I missed driving it so bad!

Bullett

14th March 2015, 00:07

I stopped by the dealer to get a few replacement push/twist fasteners for under the left front fender, with the idea that some of the original fasteners might not survive my efforts to remove the splash guard to replace a burned out fog lamp bulb. Ended up getting an oil change and the dealer replaced the bulb for me.

jh1129

14th March 2015, 03:22

Took out the gauge cluster tonight in preparation of putting in Revlimiter gauges, Version Zen. I currently have Revlimiter Stirling gauges in it.

TGuigli

14th March 2015, 05:10

Took out the gauge cluster tonight in preparation of putting in Revlimiter gauges, Version Zen. I currently have Revlimiter Stirling gauges in it.

Post up pictures please when your'r finished. I too am planning on new gauge faces and I love the zen.

boomercarguy

14th March 2015, 09:20

OK. Thanks for the clarification. :thumbs:

J3cubrc

14th March 2015, 10:57

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Not mine. It's not green. To bad (on both counts.)

PioneerMX5

14th March 2015, 18:45

Needed some assistance from the Crutchfield staff; but it's in and it works!

Kylini

14th March 2015, 20:09

I'm back and running finally...again.

http://kylini.com/grm/enginep.jpg (http://kylini.com/grm/engine.jpg)

Powder-coated valve cover installed. I've since added the spark plug wire holders since they like popping up without them. The car was down for front main seal and oil cooler o-ring replacement.

SF1994

14th March 2015, 20:20

Installed new tires today. Didn't realize my tires had gotten this bad.

PioneerMX5

14th March 2015, 21:22

I'm back and running finally...again.

http://kylini.com/grm/enginep.jpg (http://kylini.com/grm/engine.jpg)

Interesting intake. ;)

Louros

14th March 2015, 21:38

Hit 42k and changed the oil

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desert red

14th March 2015, 22:17

Unplugged my window washer nozzles. I found out that three out of four were fully plugged during the last drizzle that I drove through. Of course, it was the one that was the furthest away from the driver's seat that worked, so I just smeared the road spray across most of the windshield.

Chris GTO TT

15th March 2015, 00:57

Drove it to the range with 3 guns and went shooting. It's always fun to show up and park it next to the brodozers at the range :)

dee wreck

15th March 2015, 03:58

Changed the old NGK spark plug wires from PO to new ones. Seemed to fix a lag/surge I would get when throttling from 2-3k rpm in first. Now its smooth and idle is better.

Seashed

15th March 2015, 07:15

Not just today, but over the last few days I installed an NB2 exhaust manifold setup, and a Good-Win Racing RoadsterSport midpipe with Fed-spec CAT, plus a set of RB end links and sway bar bracket brace blocks. All done at the home of, and with the very skilled and appreciated help of, another member here, CharlestonMX5. Major thanks to him!

The exhaust system upgrade sure feels like it has made a very noticeable improvement across the RPM range, but especially from 4K up to redline. It feels like that BP5A intake cam has now been "woken up" and allowed to do its job with the freer flowing exhaust to compliment it. Very pleased with all the new parts. The RS midpipe is a visual work of art. Tom at ThePartsGroup did a great job getting me the NB2 manifold, heat shields, EGR tube, and a pristine downpipe, for a VERY reasonable price, thanks there too.

One note though, it seems to me that the RB end links could be a bit shorter, as even spun all the way down, are not all that much shorter than the OEM ones, and that is one of the reasons that I wanted/needed to go with aftermarket links for my full FM Stage 2 suspension setup. Maybe doesn't matter at all, but just my thoughts after installing them. I've got the bar ends parallel to the ground, and that is what matters.

jh1129

15th March 2015, 10:24

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Finally got my new Revlimiter gauges installed. Version Zen with a bit of custom tweaks. Love it! Crappy pictures don't do it justice.

TGuigli

15th March 2015, 10:26

Those are really nice gauges.. I think I will do the same.

bmgreenberg88

15th March 2015, 12:01

Those are really nice gauges.. I think I will do the same.

Agreed! The redline goods gauge cluster hood cover looks good too!

jh1129

15th March 2015, 16:23

Sorry, that's not a redline gauge cover. It's the red stitching on a MOMO Monte Carlo wheel. Wish it was a redline cover though!

Missing Miata

15th March 2015, 17:27

Snapped all 8 bolts holding my front sway bar mounts on.... FML

alape8

15th March 2015, 18:35

Changed the spark plugs and replaced the OEM wires with Magnecor wires.

amptramp

15th March 2015, 19:32

It got up to 5.5°C / 41.9°F today so the top went down and I went for a short drive after charging the battery. I recently got an EverSmart 6 amp smart charger and it seems to work very well.

bmgreenberg88

15th March 2015, 19:57

Got my wet Okole seat covers installed. Had to take the seats out, but that wasn't too bad.
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mogg

15th March 2015, 20:04

Changed out my destroyed clutch,, a few more minutes this week and it will all be back together.

PioneerMX5

15th March 2015, 20:47

Took her out for a nice cruise around the neighborhood!

+ 2 Cones

15th March 2015, 20:51

Since I have my 2000 SE in the garage for the winter, I only dreamed about replacing the antenna and realigning the headlights. Gotta wait until it gets a little warmer to get it going again.:cool:

cw_01miata

15th March 2015, 21:58

Installed the infamous VMaxx Classic's yesterday along with the slave cylinder and four new rotors. Today I had an appointment to get the alignment and a tire balance done. Then, well, ya know I had to bed those rotors and put on 100 miles to settle the suspension so I went for a drive. :thumbs:

A couple points of interest:

The old vs new alignment numbers weren't as off as I expected but the difference in performance is very apparent. :)

I am not sold on "adjustable" suspension at the low budget level. For the $bucks the classics are the best bang. The ride and ride height are spot on for my daily commuter miata.

That's right I just called the Miata a commuter car. :D

*** If you are reading this and you have OEM dampers that are old then REPLACE THEM!!!***

I cannot put to words the improvement in my NB with the new suspension.

Skip Cannon

15th March 2015, 22:46

Mid 70s today. Ran some errands in the LO with top down and a short sleeve shirt, no jacket. Great weather again tomorrow too.

Manniquin

15th March 2015, 23:08

Spent the afternoon putting on FM exhaust to my 05 MSM also swapped out the speed sensor on the transmission ( it was getting flaky )

All went well till I stripped out two bolts on rear bracing both the passenger bolts that go to the A-frame

Looks like 12 x 1.25 bolts. I bet I can re tap the holes and get longer bolts & add nuts to them and I should be good to go.

CMMCK

16th March 2015, 08:12

Last week I griped about my battery being too low to give more than a half-hearted crank after the Miata had been sitting for weeks because of 0 degree temps and snow and salt. So I jump started the car, but I had second thoughts about the amount of salt still on the roads and the Miata stayed in the garage.

Yesterday it was in the mid-40s and we'd had enough rain to wash away the salt, so I dropped the top and...the battery was even deader. Another jump start and I drove for about an hour. I took a chance and stopped for some Guinness in commemoration of Tuesday and my Irish heritage. The Miata started right up.

And just on the other side of the parking lot there were an NA and an NC, both red, tops down. I naturally stopped for a chat. The owners were young guys, maybe mid 20s. The NA had Arizona plates and the owner said he'd driven it cross country. They called me "sir." I imagine they were soldiers from Ft. Meade, just down the road.

As of last night, the Miata still fires right up, so it turned out to be a very pleasant day for Miata-ing.

Motocrossx23

16th March 2015, 08:19

It's supposed to be 50 degrees out today, so I decided to take the day off of work to enjoy some fresh air and do some work on the car. I should be getting my OEM spoiler in, as well as my 3M vinyl for the interior trim. I'm excited to get the car put back together!

TPP

16th March 2015, 11:29

Lubed the antenna with Shin Etsu, and voila, I don't need to replace it after all!

Replaced the "room lamp" cover with OEM from Rosenthal, and voila, no more mysterious rattles!

Painted the wiper arms and voila, it's a new car!

Waxed it, and voila, I'm in love. A young guy in a 435i pulled up next to me, said he liked my Miata, and then "apologized" for the Bimmer, saying it was a work vehicle!

Took the wife out for a top down, sunset drive through some of the local twisties, and got away with it!

http://forum.miata.net/vb/picture.php?albumid=2728&pictureid=16213

Motocrossx23

16th March 2015, 13:55

OEM spoiler came in, just need to paint it:

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/15338AB3-ED13-4614-86BC-653F68DACAB9.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/15338AB3-ED13-4614-86BC-653F68DACAB9.jpg.html)

gfphoto

16th March 2015, 14:06

A bath. Couldn't manage it sooner between schedule, too cold temps, and/or a frozen hose.

TPP

16th March 2015, 14:10

OEM spoiler came in, just need to paint it:

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/15338AB3-ED13-4614-86BC-653F68DACAB9.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/15338AB3-ED13-4614-86BC-653F68DACAB9.jpg.html)

Nice. I was fortunate to find one, NOS, in the matching paint.

alape8

16th March 2015, 17:32

Today's in the mid 70s, took the day off work to go for a drive. Did about 200 twisty miles top-down with zero traffic and stopped by my favorite cafe in the middle of nowhere for a late breakfast. Parking rules are back it in or be towed :thumbup:

SydneyRoo

17th March 2015, 01:31

We had a vaguely nice 9ºC day today, and it's the first time in months our driveway has been snow-free and dry. So I rolled my Miata out of the garage, put the battery back in and started it up for the first time since storing it in November. Fired up instantly! No drama.
Gave it a little drive around the block but I'm still not going to drive it for now since the roads are still covered in salt and dirt. I did get my matching hardtop installed though! Looks fantastic. No pictures yet since it started to rain and I had to finish the job in my poorly lit garage. So can't wait to get it back on the road...

the ghoul

17th March 2015, 08:06

Hi! First time chiming in; passed out before I could post so in the last 24 hours I did the following;
-installed interrior/HVAC system
-changed oil, trans and rear end fluid
-painted front bumper cover
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/66D8255F-9D95-440D-9865-E22BDCBFEE9E_zpstfcnmf8z.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/66D8255F-9D95-440D-9865-E22BDCBFEE9E_zpstfcnmf8z.jpg.html)
- broke off the trigger wire from tns relay, while trying to troubleshoot non-working dash lights :-(
- re-assembled front end
- took delivery of and installed new wheels
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/FB102535-7661-4781-B6E2-2797782C8703_zpsuxlppse5.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/FB102535-7661-4781-B6E2-2797782C8703_zpsuxlppse5.jpg.html)
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/2EC01015-03BD-4ABA-A01C-0469C67BEB8E_zpsop6d1qsr.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/2EC01015-03BD-4ABA-A01C-0469C67BEB8E_zpsop6d1qsr.jpg.html)
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/1BF7ED4F-8B7E-452A-9623-4F26FCB427B4_zpsjkbfcfsg.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/1BF7ED4F-8B7E-452A-9623-4F26FCB427B4_zpsjkbfcfsg.jpg.html)

Chris Papa

17th March 2015, 08:26

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/1BF7ED4F-8B7E-452A-9623-4F26FCB427B4_zpsjkbfcfsg.jpg

Nice top! Better than OEM I love the dark black fabric.

the ghoul

17th March 2015, 09:59

Thankyou!
Yeah I love the looks and it feels like good thick quality. The friend I bought the car from gave it to me. He said he pulled it from a wrecked car, frame, seals, rear rails and all.
Hard to see in this pic but it's a big improvement over the ripped up one that was on it (this is the car as I bought it a week ago today; it was plastidiped because the paint on the bumper was flaking off)
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/D7837B87-EC5A-4772-8905-E716AFDE2D8B_zpsdm3pfowg.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/D7837B87-EC5A-4772-8905-E716AFDE2D8B_zpsdm3pfowg.jpg.html)

InitialNB2

17th March 2015, 10:29

Foamectomy!

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m134/InitialNB2/082_zps5fksuxgd.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/InitialNB2/media/082_zps5fksuxgd.jpg.html)

Oil change with mobil 1 5w30
Diff fluid change mobil 1 75w90. And I would like to confirm that the bigger M1-110 mobil 1 filter does indeed fit.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m134/InitialNB2/091_zpsdep8k5xf.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/InitialNB2/media/091_zpsdep8k5xf.jpg.html)

Transmission fluid and shift turret rebuild is next

Soraia

17th March 2015, 11:00

You are correct.
On limited budget, I chose header tune and suspension

nigelt

17th March 2015, 13:22

I swapped out my cigarette lighter for a double USB charger, and changed the orientation of my phone holder so that I could slap a wideband gauge in there.
http://nige.nl/aG6f/Image%202015-03-17%20at%2010.20.30%20AM.png
http://nige.nl/aFR2/Image%202015-03-17%20at%2010.21.58%20AM.png

nwick

17th March 2015, 16:42

Since I have my 2000 SE in the garage for the winter, I only dreamed about replacing the antenna and realigning the headlights. Gotta wait until it gets a little warmer to get it going again.:cool:

In ARIZONA?

SydneyRoo

17th March 2015, 16:57

Finally got some pics of my new hardtop installed!
It's really not as nice outside as it looks. 1 degree above freezing and 50 km/h winds. Still not Miata weather.

http://i.imgur.com/my0l6p6.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/QOxBbe3.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/TCYf2zR.jpg

nwick

17th March 2015, 17:01

Finally got some pics of my new hardtop installed!
It's really not as nice outside as it looks. 1 degree above freezing and 50 km/h winds. Still not Miata weather.

http://i.imgur.com/my0l6p6.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/QOxBbe3.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/TCYf2zR.jpg

Nice. Where did you get the hard top? How much, if you care to share info?

SydneyRoo

17th March 2015, 17:14

In ARIZONA?

Seconded! You don't even get winter!

SydneyRoo

17th March 2015, 17:23

Nice. Where did you get the hard top? How much, if you care to share info?

Found it on Kijiji (canadian craigslist sorta thing) somewhat locally from someone that had a pretty dead, rusty and trashed 02 SE. Hardtop was in really nice shape so I scooped it up instantly. Headliner smelled a bit of smoke but I've cleaned it up best I can and it's mostly unnoticeable now. Considering only 250 Blazing Yellow SEs were sold in Canada, my guess is that there's less than 50 hardtops of this colour in existence up here. $900 CDN :)

the ghoul

17th March 2015, 19:34

Man, you are not making this easy on me; paint shop has two gallons of "fleet yellow" (im guessing taxi yellow) that a customer didn't pick up. They are selling it at a third of what they normally charge. I've been eyeing it for about a week. I had my heart set on a British racing green, but darn that looks great!

As for me, re-wired the tns relay socket with a new-old one I found at a junk yard.... Not a second too soon, old one was nasty http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/CA979F15-4CED-4B5C-AB53-9BF47F4E2639_zps29qdbo70.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/CA979F15-4CED-4B5C-AB53-9BF47F4E2639_zps29qdbo70.jpg.html)
Also did lots more troubleshooting on the dash lights issue with no success!

MadShad

17th March 2015, 20:04

Fixed a fog light on my 2000 ls, the passenger side had been dim for a year, thought I would just replace a bulb but found out the housing was melted and it fell apart as soon as I touched it.
I replaced both sides with aftermarket lights that were affordable and ended up fitting very well. Time will tell but so far I love them!

More info here if you want it.http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=571340
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/vv238/rcshad/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_162931_zpsiokpqff8.jpg (http://s687.photobucket.com/user/rcshad/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150317_162931_zpsiokpqff8.jpg.html)

StratCat

17th March 2015, 20:33

Fixed a fog light on my 2000 ls

[...]

More info here if you want it.http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=571340Excellent!

I need to replace mine, too.

Thanks! :toast:

Quigs

17th March 2015, 20:49

Spent 3 hours vacuuming the interior of my newly acquired NB. I don't think the previous owners vacuumed it at all in the six years they owned it.

MUCH better:
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac185/quigleynd/20150317_154110_zpsfey9scst.jpg

miatabator

17th March 2015, 21:01

I swapped out my cigarette lighter for a double USB charger, and changed the orientation of my phone holder so that I could slap a wideband gauge in there.

Dude that's awesome.

Any tips on how to do this or any issues you ran onto?

nigelt

17th March 2015, 21:13

Spent 3 hours vacuuming the interior of my newly acquired NB. I don't think the previous owners vacuumed it at all in the six years they owned it.

MUCH better:
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac185/quigleynd/20150317_154110_zpsfey9scst.jpg

I used a rug doctor on mine. Some seriously nasty stuff came out!

nigelt

17th March 2015, 21:14

Dude that's awesome.

Any tips on how to do this or any issues you ran onto?

Thanks! And yes, I'm going to do a write up. I'll link to it from here as soon as I get around to it.

doane2u

17th March 2015, 21:28

Spent 3 hours vacuuming the interior of my newly acquired NB. I don't think the previous owners vacuumed it at all in the six years they owned it.

MUCH better:
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac185/quigleynd/20150317_154110_zpsfey9scst.jpg

That's really a shame they didn't include seats, did you get a reduced sale price? ;)

thethaw

17th March 2015, 21:35

unbolted the tie down eyes on my just bought, mint 2000 SE w/58k miles....like new!!!!!

Skip Cannon

17th March 2015, 21:48

Ordered one of these to see how it will go with the LO paint. If I like it three more will be coming my way, if not and I don't damage it I can return it and get a set of the silver versions. I do not like the matte black wheels that came with the car.

http://www.flyinmiata.com/Store/images/16-50510.jpg

CharlestonMX5

17th March 2015, 22:30

Ordered:

UltraGauge

Redline Goods
Door Handle Pulls (gray to match SE color scheme)
Brake Boot same color
Already have the shift boot

MadShad

17th March 2015, 22:32

Ordered:

UltraGauge

Redline Goods

What Redline Goods stuff did you order?

CharlestonMX5

17th March 2015, 22:38

What Redline Goods stuff did you order?

edited original post

cw_01miata

17th March 2015, 22:53

Drove past three stores to get some dinner stuff just to enjoy more driving on the new suspension. Of course it's Oregon so rain be damned.

jh1129

17th March 2015, 23:17

Just got my topgaiter shift and brake boot in. Not bad, took about 12 days. Will install after teppanyaki dinner!

Spacecat

18th March 2015, 00:17

Spent 3 hours vacuuming the interior of my newly acquired NB. I don't think the previous owners vacuumed it at all in the six years they owned it.

MUCH better:
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac185/quigleynd/20150317_154110_zpsfey9scst.jpg

Nice! I did the same when I got my Miata last year. PO smoked in the car and carried a medium sized dog around for the 8 years she had it. Vacuumed up probably a carton's worth of cigarette butts, food crumbs, and fur out of the carpet. There was also large handful of cigarette butts under the spare tire (?!?). Oddly, it never smelled like cigarettes. After replacing the top and scrubbing everything else down, it smells like a new car.

Motocrossx23

18th March 2015, 11:50

I know it sounds stupid, but I wanted to keep the tan/black/red trim theme of the interior throughout the car....so while removing my dash panels, I popped off the orange cigarette lighter that I'll never use, and painted the trim a gloss red. It's the little things, I guess...

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/IMG_7177.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/IMG_7177.jpg.html)

Rumoozay

18th March 2015, 12:01

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/IMG_7177.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/IMG_7177.jpg.html)

Motocrossx23 how the hell did you pop it out?!? I've been trying for the past 4 hours and am having no luck.

Motocrossx23

18th March 2015, 12:05

Motocrossx23 how the hell did you pop it out?!? I've been trying for the past 4 hours and am having no luck.

Pop out the lighter assembly or the orange trim?

The lighter is a little manual persuasion (force the clips a bit and push, it won't break), the trim has the two protrusions that hold the assembly in place, push on them and apply pressure down and the trim will slide off. Make sure when putting back together that you have the tabs over the indentations so they can be pushed in when you put it back in the dash.

I hope that helps!

scenturion

18th March 2015, 12:07

Motocrossx23 how the hell did you pop it out?!? I've been trying for the past 4 hours and am having no luck.

IIRC you have to rotate the metal cylinder so that the tabs line up on the back of the translucent plastic surround, then push the metal cylinder out from the back of the panel to the front until it pops out of the plastic surround. Then you should be able to depress the tabs on the plastic surround and pop it out as well.

Motocrossx23

18th March 2015, 12:09

Much better put than I described it!

Rumoozay

18th March 2015, 12:44

Cool, thanks guys!

allmag

18th March 2015, 14:08

Blacked out the windshield frame and side mirrors. Trying yet another eyelid experiment.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a5dd39b3127cd7254b054eb07100000010O00MbNmbRw2Yg9 u3H4/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00106843006620150318180132958.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D720/ry%3D480/?tn=-2049153690

dbrich

18th March 2015, 15:55

I just replaced my old OEM clutch (170K miles and 14 years) with a FM clutch happy meal and 10 lb. flywheel. This finally ends my experience with clutch shudder in the morning.
I also replaced my worn Yokohama S drives with a new set of 4 S drives. The car never drove so well. Now I must behave until the new clutch is broke in.

StratCat

18th March 2015, 16:13

I just replaced my old OEM clutch (170K miles and 14 years)Mamma! :eek:

PioneerMX5

18th March 2015, 16:14

Took Emma out for a little driveabout ...

https://vimeo.com/122558285

the ghoul

18th March 2015, 16:58

FINALLY!!!
Fixed my dash lights!!!
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/3A1F4AD6-94CC-4C9A-A311-6FF460BC346B_zps627tvvus.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/3A1F4AD6-94CC-4C9A-A311-6FF460BC346B_zps627tvvus.jpg.html)

Kylini

18th March 2015, 17:19

Too bad you just drove into the ocean. :D

Slartidbartfast

18th March 2015, 17:25

I think I may have figured out your steering problem

Motocrossx23

18th March 2015, 18:55

Lol

agp1956

18th March 2015, 21:51

Finished my maintenance to be ready for warm weather top down driving. New thermostat, new upper & lower radiator hoses, new Mishimoto radiator to replace the greenish brown OEM piece, new radiator cap, new fuel filter, and the Ford Motorcraft XT-M5-Q5 trans fluid in the 5 speed. Also polished the headlights & foglights and then protected them with Lamin-X.

norcal707

18th March 2015, 22:35

not today but this past weekend. polish the paint, clean the wheels and polish the headlights
http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae141/7nor0cal7/DSC_0056.jpg (http://s966.photobucket.com/user/7nor0cal7/media/DSC_0056.jpg.html)
http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae141/7nor0cal7/DSC_0055.jpg (http://s966.photobucket.com/user/7nor0cal7/media/DSC_0055.jpg.html)
http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae141/7nor0cal7/DSC_0054.jpg (http://s966.photobucket.com/user/7nor0cal7/media/DSC_0054.jpg.html)
http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae141/7nor0cal7/DSC_0053.jpg (http://s966.photobucket.com/user/7nor0cal7/media/DSC_0053.jpg.html)

Chris GTO TT

18th March 2015, 23:37

Front suspension never settled the way I expected it to so I had to lower the front nearly an inch to get the rake corrected. It was raked the reversed before and apparently the high cut off due to that really pissed off a late 90's Civic EX last night because they spent most of the trip home from my parents last night they were doing 25 in a 45 on a 2 lane road. :lol:

Here is how it sits now.

http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150318_192903_zpspuwimnmb.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/christobal65/media/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150318_192903_zpspuwimnmb.jpg.html)

02blueMx2

18th March 2015, 23:45

New pan Gasket, new rear seal, new Exedy stage 1 clutch and new 40% stiffer motor mounts.

Quigs

19th March 2015, 09:27

I used a rug doctor on mine. Some seriously nasty stuff came out!

I didn't even think to use something like that, I might give that a try as well to get the rest of it. There is still quite a bit of dirt stuck in the carpet fibers. At least the carpet looks black now as opposed to the brown it was when I started.

That's really a shame they didn't include seats, did you get a reduced sale price? ;)

Haha, the driver seat is so torn up I felt like I should've gotten a reduced price! Though I think I got a pretty sweet deal as is. Plus, more reason to get myself a bucket seat :jump:

That's awesome that it never smelled like cigarettes at least. Mine was covered in dog hair as well, which drives me nuts in cars. I made the mistake of letting my dog ride in my Speed3 once...never again, he's only allowed to ride in my wife's car or the Jeep from here on out. It doesn't help that I'm super anal with how clean I try to keep my cars, so even a little bit of hair is enough to make me want to vacuum right away haha.

Late last year I bought a 96 Civic from a dude that lived down a 1.5 mile dirt driveway and drove down it every single day for three years with the windows down and never cleaned the interior. I bought it for $600, spent eight hours vacuuming/cleaning it, and sold it the next day for $1200. It was nasty to clean, but so worth the time to double my money. It just makes me so sad that people don't respect and take care of their cars.

bvsbutthd101

19th March 2015, 09:58

Broke a rear driver wheel stud taking the lug nut off yesterday. Replacing it today.

dfitz

19th March 2015, 13:43

We sold the 10AE. A fun daily driver so different from the 1994 M Edition and the 2003 LS. The smooth shifting 6 speed will be missed.

The house is listed so in the future we will rent for our winters in sunny Central Florida with no Miata here - sad in a way!?

PioneerMX5

19th March 2015, 14:55

Installed some tone for Emma

StratCat

19th March 2015, 14:59

From what I can see, your undercarriage looks pretty clean, too. :thumbs:

Unusualdesigner

19th March 2015, 15:17

Installed some tone for Emma

Aren't you missing some rear frame braces?

Chris GTO TT

19th March 2015, 15:22

Maybe they just took them off to mount the exhaust.

PioneerMX5

19th March 2015, 15:52

Maybe they just took them off to mount the exhaust.

Yes, we left them off just for the 'photo op'.

And thanks SC, she's definitely very clean for her age & miles. One of the reasons the purchase was a no-brainer. :D

the ghoul

19th March 2015, 17:18

Pulled a mx3 steering wheel from the junk yard and installed it
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/5D0CB16F-3FD5-41E2-8DD3-88EFCF310E99_zps8cjyyqij.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/5D0CB16F-3FD5-41E2-8DD3-88EFCF310E99_zps8cjyyqij.jpg.html)
Went to the DMV got her all legal, then FINALLY went for a nice long drive!!!
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/8646C91B-B1FE-42CE-98E0-9BF4A09A30E1_zps7mx22xth.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/8646C91B-B1FE-42CE-98E0-9BF4A09A30E1_zps7mx22xth.jpg.html)

cw_01miata

19th March 2015, 18:34

Here is how it sits now.

I just installed the Classics last weekend and found the numbers from the set up sheet are a little high in the front. Mina is still settling a bit but mostly it's driving like a whole new car now!!! I like your wheels. I am deciding on 6UL vs Storm S1 vs Jongbloed aaarrrgggg!!! :D

Skip Cannon

19th March 2015, 19:40

This showed up today for a color compatibility check. Like or not? I'm replacing the matte black 9" 6ULs that came on the car, I don't like black wheels although I may keep them for track wheels.

Chris GTO TT

19th March 2015, 19:40

I'm happy with my Jongbloed wheels, but I can tell you between the fact they weigh as much as stock NB 15s and the large increase in weight from the tires you do notice the difference. I'm not a big fan of how the Avanti storms spokes stick out beyond the edge of the rim and for what I'm planning on doing with the car I couldn't justify another $200+ for the new 6UL's.

bigwidegrin

19th March 2015, 19:48

drove it to work and took the back roads.

Manniquin

19th March 2015, 20:39

Repaired my rear chassis brace stripped threads by adding a bolt212694

I'll probably end up trimming off the excess... Or maybe not.... We'll see 😊

Motocrossx23

19th March 2015, 21:11

Interior mods are done!!

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/9688CF9D-0C66-4772-81B9-81EDBFFB2381.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/9688CF9D-0C66-4772-81B9-81EDBFFB2381.jpg.html)

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/67EA1E14-E979-4357-9729-411CA3A66A44.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/67EA1E14-E979-4357-9729-411CA3A66A44.jpg.html)

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg.html)

Manniquin

19th March 2015, 21:18

Motocross23- are those Ford AC. Vents ?

Motocrossx23

19th March 2015, 21:20

No, those are the Mitsubishi Eclipse vents, modified to fit.

Chris GTO TT

19th March 2015, 21:37

No, those are the Mitsubishi Eclipse vents, modified to fit.

Just ordered a set :D

Unusualdesigner

19th March 2015, 22:24

Repaired my rear chassis brace stripped threads by adding a bolt .... I'll probably end up trimming off the excess... Or maybe not.... We'll see 😊

Or flip it around. :dunno:

Krack

19th March 2015, 22:25

replaced my clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder, and firewall-to-slave Q hose with ss braided line.

first time doing clutch hydraulics.
I dont have much in terms of tools either.
so... got stuck at the slave cylinder part due to stuck bolts. BARELY managed to get the bottom one off with a socket wrench + mallet from the bottom of the car (flare nut fail) but the top one was just stripping. No room at all and couldn't remove things because I couldn't get the hard line to slave cyl. fasteners off either. EVERY SINGLE BOLT N NUT WAS ON SUPER TIGHT. nobody at home could help me either haha, and with all the different attempts, the head was starting to get stripped. Next day I called in a guy to get the bolt out with his fancy wobble extender & rachet german tools and I did the rest. I semi-kinked up the braided line too, it needs a un-do and twist (should I re-do this soon?). Used EXACTLY all the brake fluid I had (2 small bottles)... lmao. I've been having a very hard time finding decent brake fluid around the normal stores here... all sold out. Speed shops have motul and thats about it. Wasn't sure at all how to bleed the system or even how to fill the system up. Tried a few things and figured something out. I had no more fluid left to continue, but it looked very good at the end.... I think I got all the air bubbles LOL.

Clutch itself feels... the sameish. The pedal points are a lot more consistent though and now I notice the difference in the consistency. Sometimes it feels a bit more "raw"-like. weird. Maybe the less flex causes more of the vibration to transmit through. Overall, awesome. Things will be much easier the next time I need to take that crap off, if ever.

cwosigns

19th March 2015, 22:33

Fresh paint on the front and rear bumper covers (faded in the sun) and the hood (ruined by a PO who left a bra on too long). Also picked up some new wheels from a 2003 SE that will be mounted on Saturday morning. More pics to come when it's done.

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8562/16681257478_0f68793677_o.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7592/16843003496_1e9592f62e_o.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7584/16248899103_9d208710f8_o.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8753/16681259848_284bec2205_o.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7630/16661570857_1c212bdbb8_o.jpg

MadShad

19th March 2015, 22:57

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg.html)[/QUOTE]

Is that vinyl? looks great!

jh1129

20th March 2015, 01:48

Installed topgaiter shift and brake boots. Installed cubby to replace airbag switch. Done ! Or is it ever?
Question:
Anyone installed the brake boot with or without the plastic cover? Tried it both ways but ended up just slipping it over the plastic cover.

rbert07

20th March 2015, 05:12

Changed the oil. I put Rotella T6. Then gave her a good wash.

Go Blues

20th March 2015, 08:19

This showed up today for a color compatibility check. Like or not? I'm replacing the matte black 9" 6ULs that came on the car, I don't like black wheels although I may keep them for track wheels.

Skip - When you earlier posted that you had ordered the bronze wheels, I didn't think it would look all that good. However now seeing pictures, it looks surprisingly good.

Kermit

20th March 2015, 16:28

I ordered wheels, tires and related goodies along with a set of new plug wires, shifter rebuild kit and new knob.

Installed all new brakes, pads and fluid & lowered it a hair from previous settings.

Chris GTO TT

20th March 2015, 16:52

Currently having an alignment done to Flyin Miata specs :cool:

neverandy

20th March 2015, 18:09

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/52AF4620-B521-4401-B763-401DC9C381E6.jpg.html)

Is that vinyl? looks great![/QUOTE]

Yeah this looks fantastic. Especially with the NB1 interior color (which I have). Is that redline leather?
Also, how did you do the Carbon fiber?

the ghoul

20th March 2015, 19:43

^^^^Agreed, very clean, very classy!^^^^
I received and installed my treasure cove 2ed hand passingers headlight;
Then (and I kid you not here) I used off deep woods repellent and an old sock to take care of most of the foggy-discolored look!
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/6F509291-93A5-4A3E-86E3-FDBA4D3EAA6E_zpstmeldplr.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/6F509291-93A5-4A3E-86E3-FDBA4D3EAA6E_zpstmeldplr.jpg.html)
Then I put more miles on her and realized I have a bad radiator; so I placed an order with moss for an aluminum radiator and performance hose kit...
Here's hoping they aren't back ordered!

Chris GTO TT

20th March 2015, 20:11

chiefmg

20th March 2015, 20:12

Got the Ohlins installed, NSFW picture:

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8730/16689627880_ecf46f1447.jpg

Reconnected the wideband where it was, I had the boost gauge ground connected to it before but they are now divorced. With everything back together I took a little test drive. Didn't push it a lot due to temps and dampness, but the ride is very nice. The bypass actuator was hanging up a little so I had to make a minor adjustment.

Motocrossx23

20th March 2015, 20:16

Is that vinyl? looks great!

Yeah this looks fantastic. Especially with the NB1 interior color (which I have). Is that redline leather?
Also, how did you do the Carbon fiber?[/QUOTE]

Thanks guys!

It is vinyl, it's 3M 1080 vinyl. That is actually TopGaiters leather shift boot and brake boot. The steering wheel is a Nardi Deep Corn in 350mm. I have an NB2 actually, not NB1.

Chris GTO TT

20th March 2015, 21:04

Got the Ohlins installed, NSFW picture:

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8730/16689627880_ecf46f1447.jpg

Such hotness, much pretty, so wow!

the ghoul

20th March 2015, 21:49

Deet is a pretty good way to ruin your headlights it chemically melts the plastic and leaves them tacky. While it can be okay for a quick fix I generally consider it a bad idea. You're much better off taking the time to wet sand, Polish and seal them properly.if you don't rinse them after, yes your right.
For a quick fix on some headlights on a less than presteen car that you plan on swapping in the semi near future.... I'll take the quick fix thankyou.

Coilovers look great chiefmg!!

Chris GTO TT

20th March 2015, 22:03

if you don't rinse them after, yes your right.
For a quick fix on some headlights on a less than presteen car that you plan on swapping in the semi near future.... I'll take the quick fix thankyou.

Coilovers look great chiefmg!!

Yeah that's the advantage of NB1 headlights they are a lot cheaper than NB2 ones.

shoult

20th March 2015, 22:27

Yeah that's the advantage of NB1 headlights they are a lot cheaper than NB2 ones.

But the advantage of the NB2 lights over the NB1 lights is that they actually throw light down the road instead of just shining diffused light everywhere.

the ghoul

20th March 2015, 22:46

Bout how I had it figgured... As long as the left one (from Florida) isn't orange, and the right one (from Michigan) isn't white, im happy..... For the moment that is...

doane2u

20th March 2015, 23:40

Interior mods are done!!

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/67EA1E14-E979-4357-9729-411CA3A66A44.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/67EA1E14-E979-4357-9729-411CA3A66A44.jpg.html)

I like the looks of you HU.. what is it? Does it have red illuminationa to go with the stock set and does it dim with the instrument dim control?

Thanks,

Chris GTO TT

21st March 2015, 01:23

But the advantage of the NB2 lights over the NB1 lights is that they actually throw light down the road instead of just shining diffused light everywhere.

No argument there. I'm just still slightly bitter after discovering I had to replace my passenger side headlight because all of the mounting tabs were broken when I bought the car.

Autoquick

21st March 2015, 07:21

Today's fun is tracking down soft-top latches for bikini top "kit" which is a loosely named, meaning some $h1t in a box we found in the shop. I'm on year 2 now on re-making what I paid for to fit what I bought it for. Found some used latches from ebay (Or slog your crap at others site). The latches adjusters were rusted solid. (Nice) Ug, the heat is on in south now, and it looks like I'll be baking while this top remains in the garage again. My other projects is a time and temp clock resizing for the dash. And cell phone holder. Oh and the Oil filter relocation kit. Need to run the oil lines. Who thought having a filter under the engine mount was a good idea?

chiefmg

21st March 2015, 15:43

Beautiful day here, so I was up early and washed her. Drove to cars & coffee with the wife, had a good time catching up with some friends. This afternoon I removed the Carbon Miata extenders, I don't feel they are safe with how the belts won't retract. I may try using a different spacer configuration. Also took a drive to do some autotuning of the MS.

Impressions of the Ohlins: driving the car with them shows how good suspension can be. They soaked up the usual bumps on the routes I drove that had the VMaxxes dancing around. Handling around curves is very good as well, I can't push it a lot as the alignment is off (I could feel things were a little light, like letting go light) but everything points to a major advancement. I am very glad I bought these.

shoult

21st March 2015, 17:26

Started installing my new FM V-Maxx coilovers. Got the fronts in and adjusted in 3 hours. It really only took 1 hour to install them but the adjusting took much longer. I probably would have kept going and gotten the rears done to but I had to run to the hardware store to buy a 10mm x 1.0 nut for the shock rod. It did the "Jesus nut" thing. I was jacking the lower control arm up to get a few more turns of the nut threaded and the jack dropped. So the it was "Jesus! Where'd that nut go?". And since I work out in the parking lot of my Apt complex I had to put everything away and out of sight before I left to go buy 1 dang nut.

Initial impressions of my FM V-Maxx Stage .5 on the trip to the hardware store are that the ride quality is not any worse than my 142K miles OEM shocks and turn in seems to feel more precise. BTW, I also replaced the upper and lower strut top bushings as well. Bushings for all 4 corners only added $26 to the total bill. I was glad I bought them after I saw how squashed and mishapen the originals were.

Tomorrow I tackle the rears. Then I order FM front and rear sways. I also have a Roadster Sport axle back muffler coming. Once it's all in place then I'll have a new set of S.drives installed and an FM alignment done.

One last note. Always, but ALWAYS buy your cars in the south! All the bolts came free easily without even using penetrating oil. While I had the car up on jack I took some time to look at the underside and there is still no corrosion showing on the bottom. Being a southern car it was never undercoated, yet all the Emerald Green Mica paint is still in place and the suspension bits are still black.

kallsop

21st March 2015, 17:28

Got the Ohlins installed, NSFW picture:

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8730/16689627880_ecf46f1447.jpg

Such lovely car p*rn!

Motocrossx23

21st March 2015, 17:51

More carbon fiber:

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/23FBE812-86AD-44CC-9BF5-51CB04EBC74C.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/23FBE812-86AD-44CC-9BF5-51CB04EBC74C.jpg.html)

Skip Cannon

21st March 2015, 19:00

Finished removing the V8 Roadster suspension arms with their poly bushings and replaced them with new OEM suspension arms with OEM bushings. Also replaced the AFCO shocks and springs with FM's VMaxx Sport shocks and springs.

Next up is setting the ride height and torquing the bushings on a neighbor's four post lift then its off for an alignment and back on the road again. :)

Motocrossx23

21st March 2015, 20:02

Gauge bezel installed:

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f44/Motocrossx23/6628A725-93D6-4BF1-B7CD-BB93169E903E.jpg (http://s44.photobucket.com/user/Motocrossx23/media/6628A725-93D6-4BF1-B7CD-BB93169E903E.jpg.html)

Warhammer

21st March 2015, 21:47

I added some color to my white 2003 today.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v409/rlkeely/46e0b1707a7e42768249019c43163b02_zpsc4e35653.jpg

I'm not 100% pleased with the back, so I'll probably redo it. Those compound curves at the rear are really tough to get straight lines around. I also added an MX-5 badge.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v409/rlkeely/dc925dbd1b93153a6c615b213a029952_zps971b0315.jpg

Quigs

21st March 2015, 22:03

It is vinyl, it's 3M 1080 vinyl. That is actually TopGaiters leather shift boot and brake boot. The steering wheel is a Nardi Deep Corn in 350mm. I have an NB2 actually, not NB1.

What shift knob is that? It looks nice and simple with an OE like finish.

bmgreenberg88

21st March 2015, 22:25

I added some color to my white 2003 today.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v409/rlkeely/46e0b1707a7e42768249019c43163b02_zpsc4e35653.jpg

I'm not 100% pleased with the back, so I'll probably redo it. Those compound curves at the rear are really tough to get straight lines around. I also added an MX-5 badge.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v409/rlkeely/dc925dbd1b93153a6c615b213a029952_zps971b0315.jpg

Looking good! I'm hoping to do something similar with plastidip in black later this summer on my red NB1.

Motocrossx23

21st March 2015, 22:46

What shift knob is that? It looks nice and simple with an OE like finish.

I LOVE this shift knob. It's a Moddiction Anvil 2 in textured black. Highly, highly recommend it!

cwosigns

21st March 2015, 23:04

Got it back from the paintshop. And put wheels from a 2003 SE on it.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7585/16699413009_72665faf57_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rrERFX)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rrERFX) by aslguy (https://www.flickr.com/people/55237355@N06/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7600/16884554691_493edf0111_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV) by aslguy (https://www.flickr.com/people/55237355@N06/), on Flickr

Panchira!

21st March 2015, 23:27

Oh boy, got started on the hood loovers. I ran out of daylight to clean up the underside of the Hood. I'm going to have the loovers powder coated, just don't know what color yet. The template sucked, ended up having to use soapy water to get it centered (it was all rolled up and so many creases in the vinyl template). Any suggestions for color for the loovers?

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150321_190659_zpsdi1wm1v8.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150321_190659_zpsdi1wm1v8.jpg.html)

daschwa

21st March 2015, 23:40

Adjusted Dual throttle body setup a bit, then...

Fab9 cops:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YF3jHM_Gv0M/VQ40daJTzBI/AAAAAAAADAs/6lYwX_CW-hs/w1278-h719-no/IMG_20150321_221641.jpg

kallsop

22nd March 2015, 00:02

Got a fix-it-ticket for improper tag display, (one light burned out and hard to read) so I put in new lenses and two of these

https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/miniature-wedge-base/194-led-bulb-6-smd-led-wedge-base-tower/1728/4112/

so now it looks like this....
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p309/kallsop2/20150321_195543_zpsyopkzrw8.jpg

knowing my luck they'll stop me for them being too bright......

PioneerMX5

22nd March 2015, 01:35

Got it back from the paintshop. And put wheels from a 2003 SE on it.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7600/16884554691_493edf0111_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV) by aslguy (https://www.flickr.com/people/55237355@N06/), on Flickr

That looks hot! I have to say, next to BRG, that "Innocent Blue" is right up there as a fave colo(u)r on a Miata. Wheels look good, too. :cool:

alape8

22nd March 2015, 02:54

I LOVE this shift knob. It's a Moddiction Anvil 2 in textured black. Highly, highly recommend it!

Seconded, I absolutely love mine!

shoult

22nd March 2015, 17:41

Finished up installing the FM V-Maxx Classics Stage 1. So here's a glamor shot of the left rear. At this point I'm still in the process of setting the basic height. That's why the second collar isn't tight and the swaybar is still disconnected. Also notice the lack of corrosion on the underside of this 15 year old GA/FL car.

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s309/shoult/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/20150322_181312726_iOS_zpsmcxjaboc.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/shoult/media/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/20150322_181312726_iOS_zpsmcxjaboc.jpg.html)

Here's a picture of one of the old upper bushings from the top hat compared to a brand new one. Yowsa!

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s309/shoult/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/20150321_170209599_iOS_zpse34i5s6s.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/shoult/media/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/20150321_170209599_iOS_zpse34i5s6s.jpg.html)

I also took a short 1 hour drive to try it out. Just a couple notes. Even in this not completely setup state (needs to be readjusted again next week after it settles) the car feels like the suspension is working the tires much harder. The tires always felt like they were connected to the road even after going over bumps. It also felt a little more pointy (more oversteer). That's not a bad thing, but it is a new thing. I still have to add the FM sways, new tires and a FM alignment before I can completely judge how happy I am with it.

TGuigli

22nd March 2015, 17:58

I too have Flyin' Miata Vmaxx classics (I love them), but my helper springs are on top. Does it matter?

Also, does the ride height effect ride quality for you?

Skip Cannon

22nd March 2015, 19:31

I too have Flyin' Miata Vmaxx classics (I love them), but my helper springs are on top. Does it matter?

Also, does the ride height effect ride quality for you?

No it doesn't matter, the setup sheet that came with my VMaxx Sports said so.

On the rear of my car the short springs are completely compressed so they are just a spacer.

I just set my ride height today as well.

shoult

22nd March 2015, 21:32

I too have Flyin' Miata Vmaxx classics (I love them), but my helper springs are on top. Does it matter?

According to the double sided single instruction sheet it doesn't matter whether the helpers are on the top or the bottom. Since all four came out of their nicely packed boxes stacked with the helper on the bottom in my case that's the way I installed them.

Also, does the ride height effect ride quality for you?

I'm sure it does. Since I only got them installed today I have no experience with that part of the equation yet. I have read that they are not happy at higher than 12" F and 12.5" R. When you go lower you get less compliance so ride should suffer the lower you go. But this is standard for pretty much any shock/spring combo.

TGuigli

22nd March 2015, 21:49

Thanks a bunch. I'll have to check my ride height again, but I'm pretty sure I'm higher than 12F and 12.5R. Lower than stock, but higher than that. I may just lower it the final bit and be happy.

Chris GTO TT

22nd March 2015, 22:41

I have mine set to 12.5" f and 13" rear and they are quite happy with that ride height. When I had them on my NA I started with them at the recommended setting and felt it was too low and the rear spent too much time on the bump stops. When I swapped them to my NB2 I ordered the longer fronts with no tenders and really prefer them. If I had one complaint about the V-Maxx I think the springs are a little too short. It's one of the reasons I'm interested in seeing what FM does with the Fox Shocks.

Skip Cannon

22nd March 2015, 23:02

I mostly finished the install of the VMaxx Sports and new OEM control arms and bushings on the Lava V8 this afternoon. All that is left is to get it on the neighbor's four post lift to torque the bushings and get an alignment.

I took it for a short test ride this evening a speeds under 50 MPH and the ride difference and lower NVH is exactly what I hoped for compared to the AFCO shocks and poly bushings on the V8 Roadsters control arms.

I have a driver's school in a couple of weeks so I will find out how well it handles.

jh1129

23rd March 2015, 00:41

Finally installed the MSM Bilstein shocks w/ Hypercoil 450/325 rate springs. Lots of thanks to several forum members ( especially JPatrick and JeffGoji ) ! Love it so far ! Need to get the height settled down and do the alignment later.

john blutarski

23rd March 2015, 05:17

new NKG plugs and wires...

the ghoul

23rd March 2015, 07:20

Up till 1am swapping in stock coils and shocks (old man status)
Full body coilovers were too bouncy for me.
Into work by 5:30am

RJF

23rd March 2015, 09:36

Got a battery float charger installed on the car this weekend. I had planned on driving, but the the big snowfall on Friday, there is just too much salt on the road now. Car has to spend some more time in the garage.

JGard

23rd March 2015, 10:30

I steam cleaned my carpets and seat and holy cow what a difference. The car had a perma-stink to it since I bought it about a year ago. I think it was mostly from a smoker, but also lots of dog hair in there so it was likely a combination of things.

Anyway, the water that came out from the cleaning was the most disgusting brown I've ever seen. The car smells 100x better now, I'm quite pleased.

Oh, and finally did my fuel filter, too. Car idles a bit more smoothly and throttle response is much improved.

em1zack

24th March 2015, 02:50

Washed her and put protectant on the top on Saturday. Looking forward to driving some this week.;)

Matchi

24th March 2015, 14:02

Installed a thermostat and changed the fluid. Car gets warm now :D Also changed the trans and diff fluid. Much smoother shifts ;)

teamm_Ap1

24th March 2015, 14:59

These were done past few days:

1. Replaced engine oil with Valvoline full synthetic oil w/Mazda oil filter
2. Motorcraft full synthetic transmission oil
3. Redline gear oil
4. Washed the car
5. NGK wires and spark plugs
6. Greased all the seals with Honda stuff

I must say, I'm thoroughly impressed with the motorcraft transmission oil. Shifting is almost comparable to my old Honda S2000.

teamm_Ap1

24th March 2015, 15:02

Got it back from the paintshop. And put wheels from a 2003 SE on it.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7585/16699413009_72665faf57_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rrERFX)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rrERFX) by aslguy (https://www.flickr.com/people/55237355@N06/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7600/16884554691_493edf0111_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rJ2KRV) by aslguy (https://www.flickr.com/people/55237355@N06/), on Flickr

Beauty!

StratCat

24th March 2015, 15:04

I must say, I'm thoroughly impressed with the motorcraft transmission oil. Shifting is almost comparable to my old Honda S2000.Glad to hear that.

My kid changed the trans fluid just in time to crack the OEM radiator, so I won't get to see how the new Motorcraft fluid does until the new rad arrives from Brian Goodwin's shop.

I'm really anxious to see how it did.

the ghoul

24th March 2015, 18:08

Changed crank position sensor, replaced burnt bulb, drove it all day with windows down and heater up!

Kermit

24th March 2015, 20:22

Received the new ignition wires and shifter rebuild kit (Thanks Moss!) today. Bought some fresh purple engine and gear oil, NGK plugs and some other odds & ends.
Waiting on the shifter knob to arrive as well as the wheels & tires, which are scheduled for Friday (thanks Goodwin!)
I need to order a parking brake handle but I'm struggling with picking one.

Chris GTO TT

24th March 2015, 23:10

New front O2 sensor, rear one has to wait until I can get the removal tool, expanded the tabs on the NGK NB2 plug wires at the coil pack and installed Eclipse vents. I'm not quite sure how people get their fitment recessed all the way.

rbert07

25th March 2015, 07:40

I just placed an order for a set of Oracle halo kit at 4wo|shop for oracle lights (http://4wheelonline.com/oracle-lights.247163). My buddy has one on his headlights and it looks cool so I decided to do the same.

the ghoul

25th March 2015, 08:01

I'm intrigued, please post link to product.
Started early for me, coil on plug kit ordered, along with fule filter

Legender

25th March 2015, 10:28

Link was in the colored text in the post... but here is the the direct link for Mazda Halo kits...

http://4wheelonline.com/oracle-pre-assembled-halo-lights-mazda.251632

And with 80° planned for today, put the top down and drove her to work. :)

shoult

25th March 2015, 10:55

It was 61 at 6:30am this morning so I put the top down on the way into work today for the first time this year.

chemwarrior

25th March 2015, 11:36

It was 61 at 6:30am this morning so I put the top down on the way into work today for the first time this year.

I did the same thing up here in Clarksville.

Panchira!

25th March 2015, 15:08

Got the good louvers powder coated! Picking them up after work.

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/201503259509365895295bestshot_zpsemao1y7n.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/201503259509365895295bestshot_zpsemao1y7n.jpg.html )

Kermit

25th March 2015, 16:47

So far this afternoon, I've done the shifter rebuild, replaced the shifter & parking brake boots and zip tie -fixed the wonky cup holder lid. Not sure how long the zip ties will stay put, but we'll see.

Condition was less than ideal: 213175213176213177213178213179

After moar bettur 213180

Hopefully my new shifter knob will arrive soon.
Now I'm off to change plugs & wires

SF1994

25th March 2015, 17:58

Clutch slave went out on my commute back home :(

cw_01miata

25th March 2015, 18:12

That's what your NB did to you today.

Chris@Moss

25th March 2015, 18:13

(Thanks Moss!)

:thumbs:

PioneerMX5

25th March 2015, 18:50

She got the K&N treatment, and while the hood was up she got a new timing belt, idler, water pump, and coolant hoses. ;)

Kermit

25th March 2015, 18:56

She got the K&N treatment, and while the hood was up she got a new timing belt, idler, water pump, and coolant hoses. ;)

Looks great!
That's a very clean engine bay, I dig it

SF1994

25th March 2015, 18:59

That's what your NB did to you today.

That's what it did to me :rofl:

Kermit

25th March 2015, 19:13

I just got back from a test drive. After monkeying around with things today, I thought it prudent so that tomorrow morning I'm not left scratching my head.

I replaced the plugs with NGKs. The ones that came out were not marked with any manufacturer's name, surely not a good thing. The OEM wires were replaced with Magnecors. Amazing how little things can make such a dramatic improvement.
The shifter is night and day. I had no idea how bad the condition was until I started this afternoon. Shifter feel felt clunky and resistant to change, at best, before, so I thought it could use a freshening. The gear oil that came out was horrid. Think rotten blue cheese mixed with curdled milk, then spiced up with the nether region sweat of an overexerted monkey. I gagged, a few times. In comparison, the Royal Purple 75W90 was almost appetizing.
If you've had your manual miata for a while or haven't a clue the last time the shifter was rebuilt, if ever, I highly recommend it!

PioneerMX5

25th March 2015, 20:47

Looks great!
That's a very clean engine bay, I dig it

Thanks. Not too bad for 159K miles, huh? ;)

Skip Cannon

25th March 2015, 20:52

The rest of the set showed up today. 8 x 15" Thanks FM. Funny how the clock bears a striking resemblance to the wheels. :D

Is there a torque spec for the alloy valve stems?

http://i1261.photobucket.com/albums/ii584/scannon929/Lava%20V8/All%204%20Bronze_zps5gmd1rmi.jpg

Steve Jackson

25th March 2015, 21:23

Changed motor mounts today. Worked at a leisurely pace and was done in 2 hours. Easier than I expected after some of the posts on here. I think the '99-'00's must be easier than later years. Removed the air box and heat shields on drivers side to make access easier. Used the Mazda comp motor mounts and diff mounts. Shifter doesn't wave all over with throttle changes now so that's an improvement. Very good sale on these parts at Good-win right now.

Quigs

25th March 2015, 21:27

New air filter, fresh oil change, and some new NGK plugs and wires went into my newly acquired NB today. 103k miles on it and the plugs and wires had never been changed. I also adjusted the throttle cable to be back in spec and did a quick compression test while the plugs were out. Numbers weren't bad: 145, 140, 145, 150 from one to four.

I had intentions to toss in a new fuel filter as well, but I ran out of time. I also completely forgot to look into removing the baby teeth while the front end was off the ground for the oil change. Oh well, I'm sure I'll get to it eventually.

Next up when those two things are done is a shifter rebuild, obviously with some fresh trans fluid, and some fresh fluid for the diff as well. Following that will be timing belt/water pump, thermostat, valve cover gasket, serpentine belt, and coolant flush as I'm positive none of that has been done. Then it will be on to the brakes for a flush, some stainless lines, and more aggressive pads and rotors. And last but not least, since the throw out bearing squeals and it still has the original clutch I guess I'll have to get around to addressing that too.

Then, maybe, I'll finally get to toss some mods at it haha. But still, just doing the routine maintenance was nice and relaxing today. Unfortunately it meant less time for the Jeep project, but oh well.

MX5forme

25th March 2015, 22:40

This happened on my way to work...

Panchira!

25th March 2015, 22:55

Installed the louvers. Looks great!

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181905_zpswhmpkf0o.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181905_zpswhmpkf0o.jpg.html)
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181856_zpsubkeas2c.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181856_zpsubkeas2c.jpg.html)
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181922_zpsunvqph9w.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150325_181922_zpsunvqph9w.jpg.html)

MadShad

25th March 2015, 23:32

How's the NHV now? Do you have anybody else that drives the car? I would love a raw connected feel I'm just worried that the wife would hate it the few times she drives it.

Unusualdesigner

25th March 2015, 23:36

This happened on my way to work...

Finally! it's now "broken in"... :wave:

tmkowal

25th March 2015, 23:47

Ordered wheels and tires finally after weeks of hemming and hawing. I was looking at them all, love the looks 6ULs and Jongbloed, but decided to go the lighter route (both in weight and impact on the bank account) and went with some black 15x7 Advanti Storms with Dunlop Direzzas from TR. So many great options for these cars that my head was spinning at choosing, but my current tires need to go, and I want to be ready for the nice weather, should it decide to come to my neck of the woods...

Also looking into getting a new Turbo Encabulator...
http://biggeekdad.com/2010/11/turbo-encabulator/

Panchira!

26th March 2015, 00:01

Make sure you get the z2's road forced under 10 pounds (if those are the ones you got)! I had serious issues with them not balancing. Had to send 2 of them back! So far I'm 50% happy with them, unfortunately they are my last set of dunlops I'll buy.

Also looking into getting a new Turbo Encabulator...
http://biggeekdad.com/2010/11/turbo-encabulator/

GeicoGecko

26th March 2015, 08:15

Ordered a manual rack :) Now I just need to find an intermediate shaft for the steering column. Anyone have any ideas?

tmkowal

26th March 2015, 13:00

Thanks for the info, however I went with the cheaper and less aggressive Direzza DZ102 (195/50/15). TR has them for only $67, and after a rebate they come to $228 for all four. I'm not sure what setting they use on the RF balancer but it's too late because they are already on the big brown truck.

Kermit

26th March 2015, 13:50

Received an email from FedEx, "Delivered". Rushed home to find a box full of 50/50 jubilation and disappointment. 2 of my wheels & tires arrived. The other 2, well, they're on their way from California to Alabama via Georgia. Not sure how or why FedEx thought that was either effective or efficient. Appears they'll be here tomorrow. Perhaps they wanted a chili dog from The Varsity, who knows.

snowallergy

26th March 2015, 14:21

Brake light bulb. 7443 Sylvania long life (http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sylvania-7443-Long-Life-Miniature-Lamp/16913664) off the shelf at walmart works just the same as 7445 any life (though the parts sites says it won't cross over) & is 2 bucks cheaper than the zone stores. Wally doesn't stock the 7445.

Tried out my new car cover. (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Cover-for-Mazda-Miata-MX-Outdoor-Waterproof-All-Weather-Breathable-3-Layers/121557865513?_trksid=p3693.c100102.m2452&_trkparms=ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140212121249%26meid%3De 7b2359e91c04cb2a7740918706b0d61%26pid%3D100102%26)

Not sure if there's a front & a back to it. If there is, I think I put it on backwards. 213245

john blutarski

26th March 2015, 16:06

-replaced Cali spec exhaust mani and cat with 02 tubular header, R speed harness extensions
-replaced Cali spec midpipe with new Fed spec Eastern midpipe/cat
-changed oil
-changed diff fluid
-changed trans fluid
-changed air filter

Kermit

26th March 2015, 16:28

Received & installed new 1.4lb shift knob. Feels great & I think it compliments the Shinsen color scheme as well as the Redline shifter & e-brake boots which are black leather with blue & silver stitching.
213249

isleeptill12

26th March 2015, 16:44

In the middle of a vvt swap

http://i.imgur.com/UH0jsDXl.jpg

SF1994

26th March 2015, 18:44

So yesterday while I was driving home, my clutch pedal suddenly got soft and I couldn't disengage the clutch to put it in gear.

Today I replaced the clutch master, clutch slave, clutch line and bled the fluid. Although the pedal does feel a lot more firm than it has ever felt, I still cannot get into gear. :cry:

Dropped it off at my friends shop, no choice but to remove the tranny.

944play

26th March 2015, 19:40

Insurance gave me a decently generous offer, so I decided to buy back the salvage for $700.

Today I addressed some light rust in the battery box with one of these
http://images.oreillyauto.com/parts/img/large/mpr/67-682.jpg
and some of this
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/wcsstore/CVWEB/staticproductimage//N3281A/large/7140921_dpl_RF129_pri_larg.jpg

jaxbeachcpl

26th March 2015, 19:53

Much needed wiper blades since the passenger side torn on the way to work this morning. Then, the remote lock battery died. Replaced it and got some touch up paint. Not much time today.

RoundTheOutside

26th March 2015, 20:18

Tested out the set of oem wheels I just got for straightness. They look good!

In other news triangle tires suck donkey sack and achellies aren't much better

shoult

26th March 2015, 21:08

I killed it....

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s309/shoult/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/2015-03-26%20-%20Totaled_zpsjzbn6p67.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/shoult/media/Vehicles/2000%20Mazda%20Miata/Miscellaneous/2015-03-26%20-%20Totaled_zpsjzbn6p67.jpg.html)

cw_01miata

26th March 2015, 21:24

Holy cow! ^^
Is everyone unharmed?

thethaw

26th March 2015, 21:25

Shoult...oh no.....sorry man....!!!

I bought brass hinges at Ace H., and looked at the console for a while trying to figure out exactly how I am going to fit them...?? Cleaned the top with clean cotton rags and spray detailer with Uv block and plastic protector/cleaner.....blaster sprayed bolts for the upcoming '01 manifold install....then admired my just painted and installed factory spoiler...$25 rattle can..excellent paint 23E match from Napa.. 5 minutes to get the can...pretty good really!!!! pics tomorrow...dark now...

StratCat

26th March 2015, 22:04

I killed it....Oh wow.

So sorry.

EDIT: I see the other car. Was this a head-on?

tmkowal

26th March 2015, 22:51

So sorry, Shoult. Assuming you are fine seeing that you posted this, hope nobody was harmed.

GeicoGecko

27th March 2015, 01:41

I killed it....

Sorry man that sucks. Hope everyone was OK. Whilst that was your Miata there are others but sure they will have their own quirks.

huskydog

27th March 2015, 06:32

On a more cheerful note, I got the Mouse all cleaned up for a drive up to Lake Tahoe and a Beach Boys concert.

J3cubrc

27th March 2015, 07:37

I killed it....

Really sorry to hear it. Hope it works out somehow, best of luck.

chemwarrior

27th March 2015, 08:56

I killed it....

Looks like you rear ended someone, but I see another car with front end damage in the back of the photo so maybe it was a front end collision. What happened?

Edit - I see that StratCat already pointed that out.

shoult

27th March 2015, 09:00

Looks like you rear ended someone. Damn wet roads.

No, I was in the left lane and a guy in a silver Solara pulled out of a parking lot on the right and turned left right into me. It was a 45 degree impact that took out the right front of my car and he entire front of his.

chemwarrior

27th March 2015, 09:19

That sucks. After all that hard work you put into it as well.

leakyfaucet

27th March 2015, 09:33

^^ Hope you get a nice insurance payout for that, and can buy a comparable replacement. Maybe you can buy back the car for cheap and salvage some of the work you've put into it? Drop the engine in a shell?

cw_01miata

27th March 2015, 12:08

Jumped on the wave of shift turret rebuilds. Both boots were blown out yet bushings intact.

Difference is night and day.

SPEEDYlugNUTs

27th March 2015, 12:58

Jumped on the wave of shift turret rebuilds. Both boots were blown out yet bushings intact.

Difference is night and day.

Which thread/write up did you use and was it helpful, or did you just go full Bad-A and wingit? XD

cw_01miata

27th March 2015, 13:26

Well... I read them all. FSM, m.net, Miata King video...

It is not a difficult job at all. The wave spring on the ball is kinda tricky to remove but some good pliers did the trick.

Way easier than the suspension / brake disk job I did two weekends ago.

InitialNB2

27th March 2015, 15:44

Not sure if there's a front & a back to it. If there is, I think I put it on backwards. 213245

How is quality and fit? I'm thinking about getting a cover and don't want to drop $60-200 for a cover (car is garaged anyway). Universal covers at Wally world are about $30 and if that ebay one is a better fit I might just get one.

shoult

27th March 2015, 15:52

I just picked up one of those $23 car covers from WallyWorld. I'm not trying to keep the paint from getting damaged though. I'm just trying to keep the Apt Complex management staff from see the damage to my car. If they did they'd tag it and have it towed.

Back to the car cover. The cheap Walmart cover is one layer with no padding of any kind. I'm not sure that I'd want that on my car if it was outside where the wind could blow it around. If I really wanted to keep the paint nice I'd go with a better cover for sure.

Chikane

27th March 2015, 15:55

Took it to get Emissions testing, came out with a NOT READY and need to go back. Tried to find out why and connected a tool, Mechanic says ERG isn't Cycling but EVAP is fine. Searching on the forums and only finding information on 96 NA mostly. Can't seem to find answers for an NB 2002.

J3cubrc

27th March 2015, 16:12

Son tried a Walmart car cover that worked like an oversized fitted bed sheet. In mild wind it would roll off and blow across the yard, dragging the Belgian block used to weigh it down.

slikrx

27th March 2015, 16:14

I'm not sure, but make sure your car has run a full emmisions cycle:

Pre-requisites: MIL off and no DTCs present (this is where clearing your codes comes in); fuel level between 15 and 85%; all accessories OFF; cold start (preferred 8 hour cold soak w/ engine between 68 and 86 deg F at start-up)

1) Start vehicle and idle 5 min.
2) Rev engine in neutral or park to 2300-2700 rpm for 15 seconds
3)Rev engine in neutral or park to 3800-4200 rpm for 15 seconds
4)Idle engine for 20 seconds with cooling fan stopped.
5)Accelerate to 52-55 mph, maintain speed (in high gear) for 1 1/2 minutes
6) Decelerate to 15 mph, and then drive for 13 minutes at speeds ranging from 15 to 35 mph
7) maintain steady 25 mph for 50 seconds.

Each step of the drive cycle indicates a test for a different monitor on the vehicle (catalyst, o2 sensor, evap, etc) so each step is important. Some vehicles are a pain and may require a few drive cycles.

Chris GTO TT

27th March 2015, 16:15

You'll need to find out which of the monitors are not ready IIRC you can have 1 not ready and still pass in California I cannot imagine it's too different in MD.

944play

27th March 2015, 17:46

Rust Fix did a good job. I had abraded away all the visible rust except for a couple deep scabs. Those broad black areas weren't there when I sprayed it yesterday.

amptramp

27th March 2015, 18:18

The Miata is my only usable car right now since the ECU failed in the Subaru. Apparently there has been a history of Subaru failures since 2005 with no redesign done.

the ghoul

27th March 2015, 18:44

Stripped the drain plug on my 2 day old mishimoto radiator..
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/456150E0-A57A-4F6B-961F-7B957E071F95_zpscnx2gwgo.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/456150E0-A57A-4F6B-961F-7B957E071F95_zpscnx2gwgo.jpg.html)
NEVER TOUCH THE DRAIN PLUG ON A MISHIMOTO RADIATOR!!!
Especially if you are an over-torquing bastard like me!

Also blew apart the intake
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p204/cudaeh/mx5/1A0D5E17-66C7-4899-8653-9132F2DDF551_zpsrnwjw3rf.jpg (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/cudaeh/media/mx5/1A0D5E17-66C7-4899-8653-9132F2DDF551_zpsrnwjw3rf.jpg.html)

Chikane

27th March 2015, 21:53

I'm not sure, but make sure your car has run a full emmisions cycle:

Thanks thing is I daily my miata, so thruout the day it would have gotten cycled, my commute to work is 62 miles a day In traffic without traffic etc. I'm sure I've passed all the conditions at some point. Everything else is cycling and ready except for EgR so weird. Thanks for the help!

Panchira!

27th March 2015, 23:15

Took some pics at work. Got my rear wheel bearings today, tomorrow will be install day. Also got a ti grey fuel door and trunk lid to mount the blackbird fabworx spoiler to. And a extra valve cover to powder coat the same color as the hood louvers.

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150327_182546_zpsi4dgjaga.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150327_182546_zpsi4dgjaga.jpg.html)

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/Mobile%20Uploads/20150327_182604_zpsrgpuf82q.jpg (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/SW203SGTE/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150327_182604_zpsrgpuf82q.jpg.html)

cw_01miata

27th March 2015, 23:24

^^ that headlight array is over the top.
I am planning to get the same front lip and considering removing the slim tupperware. I really like the Miata without all that augmentation and I do think that attempting to manage the pressure zone in front of the car is a worthwhile effort.

plus it looks coolest.

why not paint the top?

Chris GTO TT

28th March 2015, 00:13

Drove it to work and then spent the evening putting stuff together for autocross tomorrow.

PioneerMX5

28th March 2015, 00:20

Will you be there Sunday, too Chris?

Chris GTO TT

28th March 2015, 00:56

I'm only planning on Saturday at this point. I have other plans Sunday with some family.

Panchira!

28th March 2015, 01:33

The lights work great when I'm doing the road rallies. I like the contrast of the ti grey and red. It has grown on me and I like it now lol. But I will have to touch up the bottom paint of the hardtop with more buffing, or get it wrapped in vinyl. Yep the lip is good, looking to add a splitter sometime down the road a long with making a complete radiator shroud.

plus it looks coolest.

why not paint the top?

tgr

28th March 2015, 05:40

So yesterday while I was driving home, my clutch pedal suddenly got soft and I couldn't disengage the clutch to put it in gear.

Today I replaced the clutch master, clutch slave, clutch line and bled the fluid. Although the pedal does feel a lot more firm than it has ever felt, I still cannot get into gear. :cry:

Dropped it off at my friends shop, no choice but to remove the tranny.

Prolly your clutch hard line!

amptramp

28th March 2015, 11:02

With the Legacy in the shop, the Miata is now my general-purpose grocery getter and transport device. I had to take my 6'4" son-in-law to work today and his head cleared the top by about a quarter inch with the passenger seat fully reclined.

InitialNB2

28th March 2015, 14:22

What lip is that :eek: ?? Me likey!

CMMCK

28th March 2015, 15:25

I would love to be doing something with my NB today. The top is down and it is eagerly waiting in the garage. But it is 33. The wind chill is 23. AND IT IS SNOWING AGAIN.

shoult

28th March 2015, 15:34

Pulled the dual amps, 8 inch subs, and rear windblocker/studio speaker setup out of my wreckedMiatabefore the insurance adjuster comes. Left the head end in since I don't have the original Blose headend to stuff back in.

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