2016 What did you get for your NA Miata

[— Phatmiata —]

Happy New Year!!

What did you get for your NA Miata?

I got CarbonMiata Aluminum Door Cups I'm gonna install when I get home.

[radmachine]

Damn, that was quick.

[NCGreasemonkey]

Oh, GWR just got $550+ of my blood sweat and tears today for some stiffie bits and some things to add bling in the future.

REV-L I'll be tapping your door soon for those.

And, yes, I'll be posting pics. soon Phatmiata!

[BRGNA8]

Getting my NA8 a full service. As with all my cars, whenever I pick up a 2nd hand car, I always change out and replace with fresh fluids. So the following will be performed :

- new Gates Racing timing belt
- new NGK ZE21 ignition leads
- new NGK BKR5EIX-11 Iridium spark plugs
- new OEM cam and crank seals
- new OEM rocker cover seals and gasket
- new NA8 black silicone cooling hose replacements from CarbonMiata
- new OEM timing tensioner pulley
- new OEM oil and fuel filter
- new Koyo Aluminium radiator
- new Goodridge braided brake lines
- Liquimoly 10w40 engine oil
- Liquimoly 75w90 gearbox oil
- Motul RBF600 brake fluid
- Dexron III power steering fluid

And a few little bits n bobs purchased :

- Joyfast Gearknob (super short)
- Joyfast Chrome Handbrake Button
- JASS Performance Sun visor plugs
- ZOOM Engineering Retro Fuel Lid
- KG Works Retro Rear View Mirror
- NoPro Washer Bottle Relocation

[HarryB]

Wow, that's a hell of a start! I think you got all maintenance items covered; do not forget to also replace diff oil, as I did not see that on the list. I also found cleaning up my HVAC system of old leaves and grime and disinfecting it quite satisfactory as well, but I assume yours would be in MUCH better shape than mine.

[BRGNA8]

Wow, that's a hell of a start! I think you got all maintenance items covered; do not forget to also replace diff oil, as I did not see that on the list. I also found cleaning up my HVAC system of old leaves and grime and disinfecting it quite satisfactory as well, but I assume yours would be in MUCH better shape than mine.

Ahh good call! yep will be changing the diff oil too as well as replacing coolant (have to as I am replacing the radiator to the Koyo unit. It's still the OEM unit after 20 years! no cracks but very brown...)

My car doesnt have AC but does have the heater working haha. How would you go about cleaning the HVAC?

[HarryB]

I would do a proper cooling system flush as well to remove any grime accumulated over the years. There's a certain process that takes some time and involves a LOT of distilled water, but in the end you will have a pristine cooling system. Worth replacing the thermostat (cheap) while you are in there, and since you will be taking all belts off, take a look at the water pump as well. Also worth checking/replacing all belts now than later.

Regarding the HVAC, I started doing mine since the drain tube from the AC evaporator got clogged and all accumulated moisture drained in the passenger carpet. What I did was taking off the cowl intake cover (plastic bit by the wiper arm mechanism) and clean/blow all leaves off. Then I placed a plastic mesh on top and secured it with zip ties to prevent leaves of getting in the system again. Next, I removed the glovebox, took the fan unit out (was full of pine needles, leaves and dust) and gave it a proper clean. That gave me access to the "snorkel" that brings air from the cowl to the fan, I thoroughly cleaned it with a damp and soapy microfiber towel, followed by a damp one to remove any soap, dried it out and applied Autoglym's vinyl & rubber care lotion. I did the same with all HVAC components accessible somehow, but I still need to remove the vents to do so...or maybe the whole dash at some point. Last step was using a smokebomb-style air-con sanitizer, which is supposed to get rid of all bacteria that grow in the system. All this did a considerable job in the air quality coming out of the vents; worth an evening of awkward positions and swearing!

Hope this helped a bit, if you have any questions feel free to ask! Believe I have some pics in my build thread as well.

[BRGNA8]

I would do a proper cooling system flush as well to remove any grime accumulated over the years. There's a certain process that takes some time and involves a LOT of distilled water, but in the end you will have a pristine cooling system. Worth replacing the thermostat (cheap) while you are in there, and since you will be taking all belts off, take a look at the water pump as well. Also worth checking/replacing all belts now than later.

Regarding the HVAC, I started doing mine since the drain tube from the AC evaporator got clogged and all accumulated moisture drained in the passenger carpet. What I did was taking off the cowl intake cover (plastic bit by the wiper arm mechanism) and clean/blow all leaves off. Then I placed a plastic mesh on top and secured it with zip ties to prevent leaves of getting in the system again. Next, I removed the glovebox, took the fan unit out (was full of pine needles, leaves and dust) and gave it a proper clean. That gave me access to the "snorkel" that brings air from the cowl to the fan, I thoroughly cleaned it with a damp and soapy microfiber towel, followed by a damp one to remove any soap, dried it out and applied Autoglym's vinyl & rubber care lotion. I did the same with all HVAC components accessible somehow, but I still need to remove the vents to do so...or maybe the whole dash at some point. Last step was using a smokebomb-style air-con sanitizer, which is supposed to get rid of all bacteria that grow in the system. All this did a considerable job in the air quality coming out of the vents; worth an evening of awkward positions and swearing!

Hope this helped a bit, if you have any questions feel free to ask! Believe I have some pics in my build thread as well.

Wow thanks so much for the detailed and informative post! Very much appreciated!

Yes, the thermostat, waterpump and timing belt was changed 10 years ago when the car had 147XXX kms on the clock according to receipts. Previous owner only drove 2000kms in 10 years but still did a service every year with fresh fluid. The timing belt had only travelled 9000kms from when it was changed to when I picked it up, but I'm replacing it because it's been so long albeit the low kms. The water pump and thermostat should still be okay. The flush for the cooling system will be done too.

The HVAC clean seems pretty hectic but yes definitely something that I will do later in the year.

Picked up a used but still in good condition full AC unit from an NA8 which no longer needed it as it was being turned into a track car. Condenser has a hole which will need to be replaced but compressor seems fine. Will probably follow your detailed method of cleaning the HVAC when I get around to installing it!

Many thanks again!

[Delboy]

Another little find I came across arrived this week!

[NCGreasemonkey]

One day I have got to head to Ca. and see all the great folks that treat me so well.

Ordered These late New Year's day and in my east-coast hands today. Almost popped a chub when I opened the box. USPS 2nd day priority!

[Corifto]

A while back I sent Adam some AEM gauge faces to have customs made. They came today.




There may be some more stuff in the mail and/or getting installed in the next month.

[Greasemonkey2000]

FINALLY got my set of 225/45/15 Toyo R1R's today after waiting two weeks and Warbird being "grounded" for 2.5 weeks.


So excited to have Warbird "flight worthy" once again!

[—atank—]

A little brother:

[BRGNA8]

a JDM Mazdaspeed oil cap (i think theyre discontinued now)



- NoPro washer bottle
- RevLimiter Gloss Black vent rings
- RevLimiter custom keyring

[RustRat]

Yummy!