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    3,000 rpm - starting to feel the power BRGNA8's Avatar
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    Quote Originally Posted by NCGreasemonkey View Post
    That's it!

    I'm drilling vent holes on a cargo container and slow-boating Noir and myself to Aussie-land!

    You folks have to much fun 'Down-Under'!!!
    We'd be lucky to have you over on this side of the pond mate ;) Just be prepped for the hot summer days. Today is a scorching 104 over here in Sydney! ugh!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by BRGNA8 View Post
    Today is a scorching 104 over here in Sydney! ugh!!
    I hope that's Fahrenheit! ;)

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    Good job finding the CD400. They're great.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Martin View Post
    I hope that's Fahrenheit! ;)
    yep! converted it for you folks in the US hahaha

    Quote Originally Posted by MikeA View Post
    Good job finding the CD400. They're great.
    Yeah cannot wait to get this in!

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    ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
    - Advanced Cam Timing +14 Degrees
    - Arrive Intake Pipe
    - Beatrush Radiator Cooling Panel
    - Carbon Miata Black Silicone Cooling Hoses
    - GarageStar Lightweight Alternator Pulley
    - GarageStar Lightweight Water Pump Pulley
    - Gates Racing Performance Timing Belt
    - Koyorad 36mm Hyper-V Core Aluminium Radiator
    - Mazdaspeed Ignition Leads
    - Mazdaspeed Induction Box
    - Mazdaspeed Oil Cap
    - Mazdaspeed Panel Air Filter
    - Mazdaspeed Radiator Cap (1.3 Bar)
    - MiataRoadster Short Shifter
    - NGK Iridium Spark Plugs
    - OEM Mazda Intake Manifold (Satin Black)
    - OEM Mazda Rocker Cover (Satin Black)
    - Toda Racing Lightweight Flywheel (4.5kg)
    - Toda Racing Sports Clutch + Spigot Ring


    SUSPENSION & HANDLING
    - Beatrush Rear Strut Brace
    - GarageStar Delrin Door Mounts
    - Mazdaspeed Engine Mounts
    - Mazdaspeed Front Strut Brace
    - Ohlins DFV Coilovers
    - RacingBeat Sway Bar End Links (F+R)


    WHEELS, BRAKES & TYRES
    - Dixcel Type M Brake Pads (F+R)
    - Dixcel Type SD Slotted Rotors (F+R)
    - Goodridge SS Braided Brake Lines
    - Goodridge SS Braided Clutch Line
    - KICS 5mm Spacers (54.1 Hubcentric)
    - Pirelli Cinturato P1 Tyres (185/60/R14)
    - RS-Watanabe Type-A (14x6.5 +4.5 Final Offset)
    - RS-Watanabe Centre Caps
    - RS-Watanabe Lug Nuts
    - RS-Watanabe Valve Stems


    EXTERIOR
    - B1 Hybrid Polarg Parkers and Tail Lamp Bulbs
    - Bosch Aerotwin Wiper Blades
    - Depo Clear Front Indicator Lamps
    - Front Number Plate Mounting Bracket
    - KG Works Chrome Washer Nozzles
    - Nielex Fuse Box Sticker
    - NoPro Washer Bottle Relocation
    - OEM Mazda Genuine Front Lip
    - Philips 4300K Crystal Vision Headlamp Bulbs
    - Raybrig Crystal Reflector Headlamps
    - Runabout M2 Mirrors
    - ZOOM Engineering Amber Side Indicators
    - ZOOM Engineering Eunos Lotus Emblem
    - ZOOM Engineering Retro Fuel Lid


    INTERIOR
    - Arrive Mahogany Wood Handbrake Handle
    - Carbing DASH Foot Rest Pedal
    - HKB Boss Kit
    - J-F Customs Tan Leather Gearshift Boot
    - J-F Customs Tan Leather Handbrake Boot
    - JASS Performance Sun Visor Plugs
    - JDM Eunos Sunglass Holder
    - JDM Eunos Chrome Door Sills
    - Joyfast Chrome Gear Knob (Super Short)
    - Joyfast Chrome Handbrake Button
    - Nakamae Cup Holder
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Belt Line Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Lower Package Tray Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Side Step Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Transmission Tunnel Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Upper Package Tray Trim
    - Nakamichi CD400 Headunit
    - Nardi Classico 360mm Wood Steering Wheel
    - OEM Mazda 93LE Speaker Grilles
    - OEM Mazda Silver Tweeters
    - RevLimiter Gloss Black Vent Rings
    - RevLimiter Retro Window Switch
    - RevLimiter "Type MX-5" BRG Door Sill Inserts
    - RS Products Classic Retro Cluster
    - RS Products Classic Retro Switch
    - Vintage Mazda Chrome Cigarette Lighter
    - Zeromotive M2-1002 Style Pedals


    MAINTENANCE/OEM REPLACEMENT/MISC
    - Carbon Canister Delete
    - Front Tie Down Hooks Removed
    - Reconditioned Fuel Line Metal Shroud
    - Reconditioned Wiper Arms
    - OEM Mazda Camshaft Seal Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Clutch Slave Cylinder Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Coolant Overflow Tank Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Crankshaft Seal Replacement
    - OEM Mazda External Tensioner Belt Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Fuel Filter Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Idler Bearings Replacement
    - OEM Mazda NA6 Oil Pressure Sender Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Panasonic Battery Replacement (Replaced 28/07/2016)
    - OEM Mazda PCV Valve Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rocker Cover Gasket Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Shifter Insulation Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Latch Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Latch End Cap Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Striker Plate Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Thermostat Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Third Brake Light Gasket Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Timing Lower Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Timing Upper Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Water Pump Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Deck Fuel Line Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Deck Fuel Pump Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Parcel Shelf Replacement


    21/01/2017

    OEM Mazda Rear Parcel Shelf + Fuel Line Cover + Fuel Pump Cover
    Today was the One Millionth Mazda MX-5 FanFest day at Sandown Raceway in Melbourne. I was so bummed out that I couldn't make this event even though I was personally invited to go as it seems like it was a really awesome day. So, given the fact that I couldn't be with my friends who drove down to MX-5 FanFest and got the opportunity to drive on some amazing roads on the way, I decided to ease my sorrow by working on the car. I mentioned in my previous post that this year I'll be focusing a lot on cleaning and refreshing/restoring different parts of the car, even the parts that you can't see, and get it factory fresh and as close to how it would have looked when it rolled off the assembly line some 21 years ago.

    My first step towards the refresh/resto was to replace the metal fuel pump and fuel line cover, the ECU cover and the metal lower bulkhead parcel shelf. Now, this is all underneath the rear carpet and the ECU cover is under the carpet on the passenger side so you will never see it but it is something which can be prone to rust and oxidisation overtime, especially since the MX-5 is 21 years old. I was actually inspired by my friend Sari when I came across his build thread. Sari owns a very neat and tidy red NA8 and is also looking to clean up his MX-5 by refreshing a lot of parts and restoring it back to its former glory as well as preventative measures along the way; all traits that I can fully appreciate and respect.

    I haven't yet checked the status of my covers but regardless, I ordered the required parts from Amayama. If my stock ones are still fine, I'll still be replacing them but I'll probably just give them a clean and either keep them as spare parts or sell them off. Either way, I find it's somewhat therapeutic putting in fresh new parts. To prevent any possible rusting in future, I also gave it a few coats of VHT silver flameproof enamel paint. This was also inspired from Sari's build thread. He recently restored his covers as he found that his were in less than acceptable condition. I have also done the ECU cover but it just isn't pictured here. All in all, it came out great and can't wait to get these on and replace the old stuff.

    Metal rear bulkhead parcel shelf, fuel pump cover and fuel line cover.



    Giving it a few coats of VHT silver flameproof engine enamel paint.







    This is what can happen overtime. Not a pretty sight.

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    3,000 rpm - starting to feel the power BRGNA8's Avatar
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    ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
    - Advanced Cam Timing +14 Degrees
    - Arrive Intake Pipe
    - Beatrush Radiator Cooling Panel
    - Carbon Miata Black Silicone Cooling Hoses
    - GarageStar Lightweight Alternator Pulley
    - GarageStar Lightweight Water Pump Pulley
    - Gates Racing Performance Timing Belt
    - Koyorad 36mm Hyper-V Core Aluminium Radiator
    - Mazdaspeed Ignition Leads
    - Mazdaspeed Induction Box
    - Mazdaspeed Oil Cap
    - Mazdaspeed Panel Air Filter
    - Mazdaspeed Radiator Cap (1.3 Bar)
    - MiataRoadster Short Shifter
    - NGK Iridium Spark Plugs
    - OEM Mazda Intake Manifold (Satin Black)
    - OEM Mazda Rocker Cover (Satin Black)
    - Toda Racing Lightweight Flywheel (4.5kg)
    - Toda Racing Sports Clutch + Spigot Ring


    SUSPENSION & HANDLING
    - Beatrush Rear Strut Brace
    - GarageStar Delrin Door Mounts
    - Mazdaspeed Engine Mounts
    - Mazdaspeed Front Strut Brace
    - Ohlins DFV Coilovers
    - RacingBeat Sway Bar End Links (F+R)


    WHEELS, BRAKES & TYRES
    - Dixcel Type M Brake Pads (F+R)
    - Dixcel Type SD Slotted Rotors (F+R)
    - Goodridge SS Braided Brake Lines
    - Goodridge SS Braided Clutch Line
    - KICS 5mm Spacers (54.1 Hubcentric)
    - Pirelli Cinturato P1 Tyres (185/60/R14)
    - RS-Watanabe Type-A (14x6.5 +4.5 Final Offset)
    - RS-Watanabe Centre Caps
    - RS-Watanabe Lug Nuts
    - RS-Watanabe Valve Stems


    EXTERIOR
    - B1 Hybrid Polarg Parkers and Tail Lamp Bulbs
    - Bosch Aerotwin Wiper Blades
    - Depo Clear Front Indicator Lamps
    - Front Number Plate Mounting Bracket
    - KG Works Chrome Washer Nozzles
    - Nielex Fuse Box Sticker
    - NoPro Washer Bottle Relocation
    - OEM Mazda Genuine Front Lip
    - Philips 4300K Crystal Vision Headlamp Bulbs
    - Raybrig Crystal Reflector Headlamps
    - Runabout M2 Mirrors
    - ZOOM Engineering Amber Side Indicators
    - ZOOM Engineering Eunos Lotus Emblem
    - ZOOM Engineering Retro Fuel Lid
    - JDM Eunos Fog Lights


    INTERIOR
    - Arrive Mahogany Wood Handbrake Handle
    - Carbing DASH Foot Rest Pedal
    - HKB Boss Kit
    - J-F Customs Tan Leather Gearshift Boot
    - J-F Customs Tan Leather Handbrake Boot
    - JASS Performance Sun Visor Plugs
    - JDM Eunos Sunglass Holder
    - JDM Eunos Chrome Door Sills
    - Joyfast Chrome Gear Knob (Super Short)
    - Joyfast Chrome Handbrake Button
    - Nakamae Cup Holder
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Belt Line Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Lower Package Tray Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Side Step Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Transmission Tunnel Trim
    - Nakamae Quilt Mat Upper Package Tray Trim
    - Nakamichi CD400 Headunit
    - Nardi Classico 360mm Wood Steering Wheel
    - OEM Mazda 93LE Speaker Grilles
    - OEM Mazda Silver Tweeters
    - RevLimiter Gloss Black Vent Rings
    - RevLimiter Retro Window Switch
    - RevLimiter "Type MX-5" BRG Door Sill Inserts
    - RS Products Classic Retro Cluster
    - RS Products Classic Retro Switch
    - Vintage Mazda Chrome Cigarette Lighter
    - Zeromotive M2-1002 Style Pedals


    MAINTENANCE/OEM REPLACEMENT/MISC
    - Carbon Canister Delete
    - Front Tie Down Hooks Removed
    - Reconditioned Fuel Line Metal Shroud
    - Reconditioned Wiper Arms
    - OEM Mazda Camshaft Seal Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Clutch Master Cylinder Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Clutch Slave Cylinder Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Coolant Overflow Tank Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Crankshaft Seal Replacement
    - OEM Mazda External Tensioner Belt Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Fuel Filter Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Idler Bearings Replacement
    - OEM Mazda NA6 Oil Pressure Sender Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Panasonic Battery Replacement (Replaced 28/07/2016)
    - OEM Mazda PCV Valve Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Deck Fuel Line Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Deck Fuel Pump Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rear Parcel Shelf Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Rocker Cover Gasket Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Shifter Insulation Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Latch Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Latch End Cap Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Soft Top Striker Plate Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Thermostat Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Third Brake Light Gasket Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Timing Lower Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Timing Upper Cover Replacement
    - OEM Mazda Water Pump Replacement


    26/01/2017

    JDM Eunos Fog Lights
    What better way to spend a public holiday than to get some stuff done to the car. Finally fitted the JDM Eunos fog lights. I'm not sure if the Australian delivered MX-5's had these but in Japan, some Eunos Roadster were fitted with these as a factory option. The fogs came with the wiring harness and the OEM fog light switch for the interior which made things a lot easier. To be honest it was pretty much all plug and play but there were a few extra things needed such as some 15 gauge wires (red, black and green to keep it consistent with the factory wiring), a 2-way and 6-way plug socket, blade fuse wire tap adaptor, a 20A yellow fuse, some zip ties, wire stripper, soldering iron and heatshrink, black electric tape and some wire shroud to keep it all neat and factory looking in the engine bay.

    The fog lights only turn on when both the car and the headlights are on. Normally you can turn the parkers and headlights on with the car off but the fogs won't operate unless the car is up and running. Took about 3-4 hours for the install. Massive thanks to Gabriel who helped me get some parts from Jaycar and to Sari for helping me install these. If it wasn't for him I think it would have taken a lot longer since my electrical knowledge and know how is extremely limited and he's actually installed a set himself thus he knew exactly what to do so thanks again mate!

    JDM Eunos Fog Lights + other stuff you will need. It came with Japanese instructions which were useless for me since I couldn't read.



    Fog Light switch.



    Installed!



    On and operational!

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    6,000 rpm - mere mortals would shift oldgrayleather's Avatar
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    Steve always with the details!! Love how you continue to make your BRG even more special!

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    How about some day and night pics of the fogs, running, and headlights all on together? And maybe some pics taken from the driving position with the fogs lighting up a garage door or wall?

    I'm curious, and I'm sure others are too, about what they look like and the actual light output.

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    3,000 rpm - starting to feel the power BRGNA8's Avatar
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    Quote Originally Posted by Proyea View Post
    Steve always with the details!! Love how you continue to make your BRG even more special!
    Cheers mate!

    Quote Originally Posted by JamieH View Post
    How about some day and night pics of the fogs, running, and headlights all on together? And maybe some pics taken from the driving position with the fogs lighting up a garage door or wall?

    I'm curious, and I'm sure others are too, about what they look like and the actual light output.
    Sounds like a plan. I'll try and get something together this weekend

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    Looks great. I have a few sets in various states of disrepair that I need to get sorted.

    Happy Aussie day for yesterday mate.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MikeA View Post
    Looks great. I have a few sets in various states of disrepair that I need to get sorted.

    Happy Aussie day for yesterday mate.
    Cheers Mike! Happy 'straya day

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    Here's some photos of the foglights on at night. Please forgive the crap images as they were taken by my phone even though I had my DSLR with me, I forgot to bring an SD card (d'oh!)

    Foglights on with parkers only.



    With the headlights on.



    Side view.



    Another view.

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    3,000 rpm - starting to feel the power BRGNA8's Avatar
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    Nothing better than going for a drive on a Sunday...

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    Thanks for those light pictures! They really hit my curiosity itch.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JamieH View Post
    Thanks for those light pictures! They really hit my curiosity itch.
    Damn. They hit both my curiosity itch and created that "one more thing I 'need' add to my NA" list. ;)

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