What did you do to your NB today 2013?

[Ciotti]

Just finished up my video from the second event I ran in the Miata and my first PAX win in 6 years of autocrossing!

During the PAX winning run I was %100 sure that I hit a cone hard enough to knock it well out of the box even if it somehow had stayed vertical but after taking my frustration out on the steering wheel I finished the run strong and the margin of victory was only .08 of a second!

http://youtu.be/MPF6o0fafKE

[psulja]

timing belt, water pump, thermostat, front pads and rotors, plugs, wires, wiper blades.

tomorrow it'll be rear pads and rotors, put in new coolant, new VC gasket, fuel filter, oil change, trans fluid, and diff fluid.

[morr]

photoshopped my next wheels onto it :8): And gonna be ordering new plugs, wires, and a valve cover gasket today.

http://i50.tinypic.com/1z4zrlj.jpg

[tsingson]

Morr, are those polished Rota Grids or polished Konig Spooled?

[morr]

They're the silver Spooled. I just chopped the wheels from Ciotti's thread (http://mazdaroadster.net/showthread.php?4897-New-silver-Konig-Spooled-15x8-*lots-of-pictures-within*). I wanted the wider wheel, but I also wanted them to be lighter than my current setup at least.

[tsingson]

I definitely be looking at a different set if you are grabbing them. Can't be exactly twins can we. I have my eye on other wheels as well so we will see. I'm wanting my SSR Comps again.

[morr]

Haha, don't worry about it man. I just saw your build thread, and I was gonna make my own bikini top too :lol: I have a few other plans for the exterior/interior that'll make us look different enough.

[tsingson]

I have a mesh bikini top that I made that works great in keeping out the sun and letting the air flow still. All it needs is a front bow. PM me if you are interested.

[morr]

^I appreciate the offer, but I've got a few ideas I wanna mess with in regards to making my own first.

[psulja]

fffuuu!! Go to pick up my VC gasket, they ordered a 1.6 gasket rather than a 1.8. Have to wait til tomorrow to get that.

Started doing the rear brakes, need a new passenger side caliper since the piston won't retract.

While doing the timing belt, removed the sway bar at the mounting brackets because it goes right in front of the crank bolt and we needed to get the impact on it; endlinks exploded.

Then go to fill the coolant and run it. Look underneath and see waterpump is leaking now. Need to rip it apart and try again.

Ordering a new water pump gasket tomorrow as well as a new caliper.

Changed the diff fluid though, as well as the trans fluid. Don't know the last time those were changed.

[morr]

Started doing the rear brakes, need a new passenger side caliper since the piston won't retract.

My driver's rear piston had the same issue. Luckily I scored all four calipers (hardly used) for cheap off a CR member. I hated the idea of having to send out your old calipers plus a deposit in order to get new ones. Which reminds me, I'll probably just swap over the other three new-to-me calipers soon. I only did the one since so far since it needed it.

[psulja]

My driver's rear piston had the same issue. Luckily I scored all four calipers (hardly used) for cheap off a CR member. I hated the idea of having to send out your old calipers plus a deposit in order to get new ones. Which reminds me, I'll probably just swap over the other three new-to-me calipers soon. I only did the one since so far since it needed it.

Yea, I got pretty excited because the first 3 corners went so well; but then with how my day was going and how all the maintenance on the car was going this weekend I figured there was something that would have to go wrong, and there it was lol.

I have a couple friends that have accounts at a local parts store since they are mechanics and can get discounts for me so I shouldn't have to pay full price which will be kind of nice.

Hopefully things go a little smoother on the car tomorrow though; I'm glad I finally got around to doing all this maintenance on the car since I don't know the last time it had any of this done. The coolant was actually brown and was the worst smelling coolant I've ever experienced. The trans and diff fluid were also disgusting.

[morr]

^That's usually how it works for me too haha. And that's cool that your friends would hook you up. I'm ordering maintenance stuff for mine as well. Plugs, wires, VC gasket, and hopefully gonna install the new fuel filter I've had for a few months now :lol:

[psulja]

^That's usually how it works for me too haha. And that's cool that your friends would hook you up. I'm ordering maintenance stuff for mine as well. Plugs, wires, VC gasket, and hopefully gonna install the new fuel filter I've had for a few months now :lol:

rockauto is your friend! Got all my stuff for a great price, other than the stuff I forgot that I had to order locally which was overpriced.

[morr]

rockauto is your friend! Got all my stuff for a great price, other than the stuff I forgot that I had to order locally which was overpriced.

I actually had their site bookmarked for my new wheel studs. Guess I'll check out some of their other stuff!

[psulja]

I actually had their site bookmarked for my new wheel studs. Guess I'll check out some of their other stuff!

Yup, it's a great site for replacement/maintenance parts. Really well-priced and a lot of different options. My timing belt, water pump, front main, 8 plugs, wires, fuel filter, 5 oil filters, wiper blades, front pads & rotors, and rear rotors were all under $300.

[morr]

Yup, it's a great site for replacement/maintenance parts. Really well-priced and a lot of different options. My timing belt, water pump, front main, 8 plugs, wires, fuel filter, 5 oil filters, wiper blades, front pads & rotors, and rear rotors were all under $300.

That's not too bad at all! I'm filling up my shopping cart as we speak.

[psulja]

That's not too bad at all! I'm filling up my shopping cart as we speak.

Haha yea, I was pretty impressed with the prices. The little hearts and trucks beside the part name/description are your friend lol.

[morr]

Yeah that little truck feature is pretty cool.

[psulja]

Yup, saved me a lot of money on shipping.

[tsingson]

Got new tires.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8364/8394912281_5d3744372a.jpg

Did my oil change and put on my MSM muffler that I got from Atank.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8054/8398717719_5358668cca.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8088/8395995500_06db440dee.jpg

[Speed rock]

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Polished the washer fluid reservoir

[Speed rock]

Fuel lid installation 6481

[RotorNutFD3S]

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

[Speed rock]

I like it. My friends don't ... Not that I'm seeking their approval

[RotorNutFD3S]

Yeah, it always got mixed reactions when I had it, but I felt the same way.

[psulja]

Well my caliper I just installed a week or so ago failed. Lost all my brake fluid so I was stuck at work until I got a ride and we could see what was up with it. Limped it home to install a new caliper tomorrow hopefully. Re-manned parts FTL!

[morr]

Damn, that sucks! You mean you bought a rebuilt one?

[psulja]

Ya, rebuilt one from a local parts store. They're known for getting the old cores, sandblasting them, and putting them back on the shelf. Warrantied it today, got the new one on and bled the entire system.

Also, since my rad is leaking ill probably be ordering a new one on Monday from rockauto.

[snake520]

Been trying to figure some problems with my car so I can pass smog. I used my scanner to check if there's any codes but there isn't any. But there are 2 blinking lights: E and EV.

I looked online and it says E is "Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Monitor" and EV is Evaporative System (EVAP) Monitor
(for more detained explaination, go to page 22 http://www.equus.com/Content/Support/Manual/3100c.pdf)

I searched online and the evap problem might be lose gas cap (need to check on that) and not sure what to do for the egr problem. clean the egr valve?

[morr]

Ya, rebuilt one from a local parts store. They're known for getting the old cores, sandblasting them, and putting them back on the shelf. Warrantied it today, got the new one on and bled the entire system.

Also, since my rad is leaking ill probably be ordering a new one on Monday from rockauto.

Ah that sucks. Yeah, once I get my seats/brackets the next thing on the list is a new rad. Obviously my car hasn't been overheating since it's cold here, but the rad itself is still leaking.

[tsingson]

I haven't noticed anything on my rad but first signs that show, I will definitely be getting an aluminum one.

I will be plastidipping my wheels this weekend but leaving the fake bolts on it chrome/silver. We will see how this goes.

[morr]

The most frustrating part is that mine is an OEM replacement that I put in no more than 2 years ago. Unfortunately, there was no warranty. So I'm gonna get either an OEM replacement with warranty or just get this DNA one with fans (http://dnamotoring.com/store/index.php/cooling/radiators/mazda/miata/miata-mx5-99-05-dna-2-rows-full-aluminum-radiator-2-fan-3453.html) since people seem to be happy with them.

[tsingson]

Whats the price on the OEM one?

[chiefmg]

Most everyone goes with Radiator Barn for an OEM replacement. I don't know if they have a warranty or not. If you go aluminum I'd stay away from the eBay cheapies, including Mishimoto/Mizu et al. I have read quite a few people who had to get replacements for them over and over due to leaks. I might have gone a little overboard with mine (37mm Koyo with twin Spal fans on a special shroud) but I'd rather not have to worry about the cooling system, especially when my wife is driving the car while I'm gone.

[tsingson]

but I'd rather not have to worry about the cooling system,

I agree with this statement. I hate even thinking about cooling systems.

[morr]

I was looking at this OEM one (http://www.go-part.com/9905-mazda-miata-radiator-p-36655.html) for $95. Idk, a few people on CR have that DNA one and have had no issues with it.

[Jeremiah]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8351/8449248682_9c7e6c41a5_z.jpg

Installed a Golden Eagle polished tow hook on my NB.

[morr]

Looks good, Jeremiah. Question, is your car jacked up on the driver's side? Looks like you have positive camber in the rear.

[Speed rock]

Might have taken the picture right after setting the car down

[Jeremiah]

Looks good, Jeremiah. Question, is your car jacked up on the driver's side? Looks like you have positive camber in the rear.


Might have taken the picture right after setting the car down

Thanks, its not jacked up. Might just be the angle of the photo but the car is stock height and I believe my camber (all around) is slightly negative.

[psulja]

Ah that sucks. Yeah, once I get my seats/brackets the next thing on the list is a new rad. Obviously my car hasn't been overheating since it's cold here, but the rad itself is still leaking.

Yea, mines not overheating but it also isn't producing very much heat which sucks in the winter.

[morr]

Yea, mines not overheating but it also isn't producing very much heat which sucks in the winter.

Mine isn't too bad about putting out heat, but it never gets to the 12 o'clock position on the gauge. I check the coolant every couple days, but I can always smell it too when the heat is on :lol:

[Caoboy]

I changed the oil on my NB for the first time last night. Discovered I have one of those fumitomo drain valve things. I don't like it.

Also found out my RS3's are showing cords. That was a cool sight seeing I'm driving to LA this weekend(440mi trip one way).

[psulja]

Mine isn't too bad about putting out heat, but it never gets to the 12 o'clock position on the gauge. I check the coolant every couple days, but I can always smell it too when the heat is on :lol:

Yea, mine doesn't make it to the 12 o'clock position unless I'm snow drifting. And I only actually get heat while snow drifting. Sucks when I leave for work at 6:30am and the car doesn't actually heat up for the entire 20min drive.

[morr]

I changed the oil on my NB for the first time last night. Discovered I have one of those fumitomo drain valve things. I don't like it.

Also found out my RS3's are showing cords. That was a cool sight seeing I'm driving to LA this weekend(440mi trip one way).

If it makes you feel any better, I noticed the same thing after driving from Pittsburgh, PA to Beaufort, SC which was about 700 miles. I got lucky haha. Honestly glad I didn't notice until after I arrived.


Yea, mine doesn't make it to the 12 o'clock position unless I'm snow drifting. And I only actually get heat while snow drifting. Sucks when I leave for work at 6:30am and the car doesn't actually heat up for the entire 20min drive.

Haha dang. Yeah, I let my car warm up with my spare keys about 10 mins before leaving for work.

On topic, I did weekly dose of adding coolant today :lol:

[chiefmg]

Little bit of this, little bit of that. Don't want to take away from my "build" thread before I post it there. I've been busy though, still don't have her all back together.

[chiefmg]

Replace the third brake light gasket. Old vs new: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8368/8456419857_faeb1245fe_c.jpg

Don't know what caused the breakdown of the old gasket.

[psulja]

Mine looked similar to that on my NA. Didn't change them last time around but probably something I should do at some point.

[Sdnative]

Plastidipped some nb1 housings, getting it ready for some projectors and Bomex rep bumper!

[tsingson]

Changed my rubber boots and bushings on shifter. I only got a picture of the torn insulator boot. Shifter feels great. PO used the wrong washer and that's what was causing my shifter to feel like it was hanging up on something. Fluid was still there. Very gray but still had quite a bit of fluid.

Here is the pic:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8517/8465558014_70eba25617.jpg

[chiefmg]

Got her running. After all I did nothing fell off, leaked or made weird noises. Clutch pedal isn't quite right, following FM's instructions has it taking up not more than an inch off the floor. Way too abrupt for my tastes.

[Caoboy]

If it makes you feel any better, I noticed the same thing after driving from Pittsburgh, PA to Beaufort, SC which was about 700 miles. I got lucky haha. Honestly glad I didn't notice until after I arrived.





Yeah. It's a scary thought. I went to the track that past weekend too...and I don't remember locking up my tires.

So I'm pretty sure I tracked on a corded tire.

[bzr]

I finally put my Fat Cat coilovers on my NB. Here it is, with 10 fresh miles on 'em.

http://i.imgur.com/1YS5dT3.jpg

[chiefmg]

Finished my break-in on the new clutch. First full throttle acceleration after that was sweet. Removed the 3M double-sided tape from my gauge pod as it didn't work out, drilled four holes and used some plastic pins I got from Ace since I couldn't find the ones that came with the pod. I don't like the four heads that are in view but couldn't figure out any way around it. C'est la vie.

[Caoboy]

I finally put my Fat Cat coilovers on my NB. Here it is, with 10 fresh miles on 'em.

http://i.imgur.com/1YS5dT3.jpg
Needs moar low.

[VagaXt]

I started stripping the interior of my MSM with a few friends.

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[KJR50]

I started stripping the interior of my MSM with a few friends.

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Links no work.

[VagaXt]

Lets try again.

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[psulja]

Installed my new to me Borla single tip after running no muffler for a few months when my RacingBeat rusted off. Of course one of the nuts stripped so there was some cutting involved.

[tsingson]

Received my Frame Rails from Boss Frog on Friday. Going to install them on Saturday. Will try and get pics up of frame rails and install.

Also, will be doing tranny and diff fluid change while it's in the air. Motorcraft in the tranny and Mobil1 in the diff.

[Caoboy]

Raised the car and removed the fender liners while I was changing out the tranny and diff fluids. Found a sharpie behind the liner. =/

[tsingson]

Any reason why you removed the fender liners?

[Caoboy]

It was rubbing against my tire. That's all.

Honestly I could have left them in, but decided to just ditch em. The front lower portion is still intact though.

[EMMI]

fender liners are for punk bisches.

[tsingson]

Thanks Em for making me feel good with my skinny wheels and tires....

[tsingson]

Did my Tranny and Diff fluid this weekend. Motorcraft in the Tranny and Mobil 1 in the Diff.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8528/8528272684_3d3f450a6a.jpg

[EMMI]

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/858550_10151547229953615_495986471_o.jpg

[George]

added a lip

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8387/8535603721_4b04957422_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8535603721/)
WP_000162 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8535603721/) by GeorgeCZ (http://www.flickr.com/people/49634872@N07/), on Flickr

[tsingson]

George, what lip is that?

[George]

Zenki S13 lip :)

[tsingson]

What modifications if any were needed to make this fit?

[George]

not much really, I've used the original mounting "lip" on the inside, cut it between the holes to make it more flexible and then just mounted it center first and move to the sides with heat gun. Then you just cut the excessive parts on ends and you're done

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c370/kimutaku700/main-32.jpg

[tsingson]

Nice. I may have to go this route if I don't find an NB1 lip. Don't know how easy it is to find one of these lips either. Is it possible to get more pictures of the lips from different angles?

[George]

I got it for $20 shipped over here, so you in US should be fine.

here are two more I got today, excuse the ziptied ends, I'll fiberglass them on once I have more time

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8390/8535603775_145d99c4ae_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8535603775/)
WP_000163 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8535603775/) by GeorgeCZ (http://www.flickr.com/people/49634872@N07/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8365/8536710228_d21116d041_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8536710228/)
WP_000164 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8536710228/) by GeorgeCZ (http://www.flickr.com/people/49634872@N07/), on Flickr

[cbaylis77]

Mounted the Hydra behind glove compartment.

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Well actually it now "is" the glove compartment. Took a lot more cutting then I thought it would!

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[Tungsten6]

Installed my Grom
Plastidipped the Wheels Black
Washed it
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee141/2006MS6/2DD235CB-63E3-4FA4-BE44-3C85B0F527BD-1817-00000278EA71478F_zps41774132.jpg
Need to change my Diff/Tranny Fluid and Change out the Timing belt/Water pump but I am lazy. I have everything just sitting in boxes. Lol.
Also need to Order new tires (or possibly Wheels and Tires)

[psulja]

Found out what happened Sunday that ended with the car getting towed home. Spun a bearing :( It was fun while it lasted!

[Demon I Am]

aw crap. that really sucks man. GL with part-out

[psulja]

aw crap. that really sucks man. GL with part-out

Yup, kind of bummed about it, was hoping to get another season out of the car but I guess that's not happening. Thanks man!

[atlnb]

What's the plan now?

And I changed my brakes on Sunday to keep things on key

[psulja]

Complete part out, get my NA on the road and just drive that til next winter when I'll be looking for another winter car.

[psulja]

Started pulling parts today. Too many to list. Pretty much all I have left is the dash, roll bar, fuel tank, and rear suspension. Should be ready to go to the scrap yard Saturday :gonk::cry2::cry2:

[tsingson]

Installed my Grom
Plastidipped the Wheels Black
Washed it
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee141/2006MS6/2DD235CB-63E3-4FA4-BE44-3C85B0F527BD-1817-00000278EA71478F_zps41774132.jpg
Need to change my Diff/Tranny Fluid and Change out the Timing belt/Water pump but I am lazy. I have everything just sitting in boxes. Lol.
Also need to Order new tires (or possibly Wheels and Tires)

Tungsten, is the car not for sale anymore?

[chiefmg]

Been experiencing a miss/stutter lately. First reared its head while I was doing some road tuning of the MS so thought it might be associated. Loaded a previous save point and drove to lunch with a friend today. Problem was worse when I left, drove immediately home and after the car sat pulled the plugs. Found coolant in the #3 cylinder, guess I get to remove the head 10 days before going back to work to fix the problem.

[ilvtofu]

Started on my roll bar install
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Just a Hard Dog M2 sport

[Tungsten6]

Tungsten, is the car not for sale anymore?

Nope, had 2 people interested in giving me what I wanted for it, but I couldn't do it. I love the car too much.
I am just going to keep it and make it comfortable for myself. Going to hunt down a Nardi 330 Deep corn and a NRG Short hub/QR. That should create enough room for me and if it doesnt, aftermarket seats.

[morr]

Oil change, put the old XXR's back on, and just cleaned it up a bit on the interior.

edit: Tungsten, FWIW my lotus seats on Flipside Custom brackets (which bolt to the stock sliders) dropped me about 3". I'm only 5'8" but it took me from having my head just above the rollbar to about an inch below it. Obviously it gave me more leg room from the wheel as well.

[Tungsten6]

Nice! I really am kind of iffy on seats because I love my saddle brown, but I would like for the car to be more comfortable.

[morr]

I hear ya on liking the color. I was honestly a bit worried with my new seats being leather that I'd slide like I did in the stock seats... but the way they're shaped, they hold me just right :3:

[mini_fd]

Washed detailed and changed the oil

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8390/8580830040_5d40dce312_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/8580830040/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/8580830040/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

[tsingson]

Please tell me you had a jack stand under while you did your oil change. Other than that, looking good.

[cbaylis77]

This is such a bad idea.
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[SM16RMSM]

^^^^^ I agree with you on that.


tsingson, I place bricks under the front tires and set the parking break.

[cbaylis77]

How NOT to paint a rollbar!
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[Demon I Am]

tsingson, I place bricks under the front tires and set the parking break.
All fun and games until the jack fails. I've had one fail before, not good

[tsingson]

I've seen them fail also. Don't even want to imagine the outcome.

[kung fu jesus]

Ordered a stereo system for the 10ae. That Bose crap can lick me where I pee.

[morr]

Drove it 715 miles on god-awful tires and a leaking rad... never again. New parts are on the way.

[psulja]

Pulled the dash, removed taillights and rear bumper. One step closer to it going to the scrapyard :cry2: All that's left is dropping the rear subframe and then it is a bare shell ready to be taken away. Still really sad to see it go; so many good memories in that car!

Absolutely hate my new daily in comparison to it (98 civic si), I think I will be keeping an eye out for a 99 Twilight Blue Miata to replace it in the next little bit.

[Tungsten6]

Teaser have some legit pics on the DSLR
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee141/2006MS6/7AF49F13-1900-49D3-AA00-EB2874E0C445-972-0000012572CC6440_zpsb562ec4a.jpg

[tsingson]

Damn Tungsten. Your car is looking sweet.

Steven, did you get the same radio as the one you had in the NA?

Morr, glad you made it safe. How bad did the rad get?

[morr]

Damn Tungsten. Your car is looking sweet.

Steven, did you get the same radio as the one you had in the NA?

Morr, glad you made it safe. How bad did the rad get?


Rad was fine... I figure since it was still in the 30's-40's on the way down. I'm still gonna be ordering the new one this week along with tires soon.

[cbaylis77]

Spent the weekend working on the bumper... still not done.

[kung fu jesus]

Steven, did you get the same radio as the one you had in the NA?




Anthony, no, t's an upgraded model over the one in the Na and RSX this is what I ordered:

http://mobile.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL029037&

[Pfunk]

I bought an entire dash/center console at auction, due to be delivered today or tomorrow. I'll mount it on some ply and use it as the base for my custom dash explorations.

[kung fu jesus]

I looked closer for oil leaks. Looks like the VC gasket and crank/cam seals so far. I need to get under the car to check for a bad RMS. Found a crack in the side of the left taillight, gotta seal that up.

[turbotyla]

How hard was thr bumper to fit

[RotorNutFD3S]

Swapped in a BP5A cam, no crazy gains expected or felt, but there is some noticeable midrange pickup.

[ZQQMIN]

changed the crappy dull orange dash lights to LED. so far im liking it. also changed the license plate lights to LED thats a much needed upgrade ( it seems to update the car) and it will be washed in about an hour... cant stand it dirty!! ordered OEM sideskirts, soon as i mix the paint and get a chance, they will be sprayed and mounted along with the taillight bezels....

[cbaylis77]

It's my first aftermarket bumper (Duraflex) so I guess it fits about as well as I expected. I'm just being really picky about it lining up so the flares will still fit.

[cbaylis77]

Finally finished with the rollbar.

[kung fu jesus]

received the tune-up kit via brown santa today.

[kung fu jesus]

Installed new plugs (Iridium lasers...pew pew!), new wires, new front O2 sensor, new fuel filter. Much improvement, took about an hour and a half for everything. OMG, the fuel dumped everywhere when I popped the line off the filter. Have a mild chem burn in my forearm from that, no big deal. Took the car on the cloverleaf and flogged it. No codes so far, engine feels much smoother. Noticed a little wear on the electrodes and insulator on #2 and #3 plugs. Definitely have to do VC gasket and seals soon.

I believe my '01 exhaust mani assy comes in today. Yeah, buddy!

[tsingson]

Rollbar looks good Cbaylis!

Steven, I'm jelly of your manifold. Ever since you picked up the hardtop for me, it looks like you have been hitting Tina's car hard.

[kung fu jesus]

Not too much. Just stuff that's needed. I want to do the tranny fluid on her car and the Acura this weekend, we'll see. The rest of the stereo gear won't arrive until early next week .

[kung fu jesus]

Yay, brown santa! Header, downpipe, EGR tube and cubby arrived!

So did the amp!

[psulja]

http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt194/paulsulja/Chicken/539975_10151547935089462_689636450_n_zps62ef1e72.j pg

scrapped it :(

[kung fu jesus]

A moment of silence, please.

[George]

put on the Autoexe 3point brace

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8107/8602095619_cd0dc9993d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8602095619/)
WP_000174 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/49634872@N07/8602095619/) by GeorgeCZ (http://www.flickr.com/people/49634872@N07/), on Flickr

[atank]

Sold her this morning at 8am, now off to look at an NA, NB, and NC.......choices, choices..............

[ZQQMIN]

Sold her this morning at 8am, now off to look at an NA, NB, and NC.......choices, choices.............. did you get a pic of it leaving ?

[kung fu jesus]

Soldered together the radio harness, ran out of shrink tuning and electrical tape. :|

[psulja]

A moment of silence, please.

Thanks. Really sad to see it go :(

[revlimiter]

Drove around with the top down and took some pix!

http://revlimiter.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/DSC_1347.jpg

http://revlimiter.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/DSC_1356.jpg

http://revlimiter.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/DSC_1371.jpg

[ZQQMIN]

Put the cover on it..... This rainy weather, and the neighbors damn cat... That Lil furry bastard has been cheating death fir quite a while.. I can assure you its on its 9th life....

[atank]

did you get a pic of it leaving ?

Yeah, I took several.....

[kung fu jesus]

Adam, when did you finish the NB?

[kung fu jesus]

Thanks. Really sad to see it go :(


Sorry, man. I felt the same way when I saw my NA drive away. A flood of memories rushed through my head. It was bittersweet.

[revlimiter]

Adam, when did you finish the NB?

Never really started. It's kinda looked like this for years. I added the RPF1s last summer. I just kinda tinker on it here and there. I try to keep it pretty simple since it's my daily driver (and brilliant at fulfilling that job).

[Pfunk]

Grabbed an entire dash, subframe, wires, all complete, two NB2 door cards, speaker grills, etc., and NB2 center console, and an NB audio/HVAC trim panel at auction; began conversation with Speedhut on gauges.

Took out the PS and put in a proper manual rack/ac idler pulley, etc., had the car corner weighted at the shop while I was there and the tires rebalanced.

[Martin]

Sold her this morning at 8am, now off to look at an Italia
Fixed ;)

[atank]

Fixed ;)

I wish I could find one Martin, I have found pieces but nothing that catches me eye!!

[kung fu jesus]

Grabbed an entire dash, subframe, wires, all complete, two NB2 door cards, speaker grills, etc., and NB2 center console, and an NB audio/HVAC trim panel at auction; began conversation with Speedhut on gauges.

Took out the PS and put in a proper manual rack/ac idler pulley, etc., had the car corner weighted at the shop while I was there and the tires rebalanced.


Paul, did you get before and after numbers on the cornerweights?

[kung fu jesus]

Never really started. It's kinda looked like this for years. I added the RPF1s last summer. I just kinda tinker on it here and there. I try to keep it pretty simple since it's my daily driver (and brilliant at fulfilling that job).

I like it! I am trying to restore/modify our NB. It's Tina's car, so I am looking at building milder version of the NA.

[tsingson]

It's Tina's car, so I am looking at building milder version of the NA.

That's what you say now......

[kung fu jesus]

I think my wife and I both agree the NA was a great build, but it was too much for any drive over an hour or two. The unbraced/fortified chassis on the NB does drive me nuts, though.

[tsingson]

I agree. I am trying to not go all out like on the other one.

[Left0verCurry]

new tint
http://i.imgur.com/KqBbH2L.jpg
new wheels
http://i.imgur.com/AaAykvz.png

[psulja]

That looks pretty good. I've been considering tinting my NA since I can get it done for free by a friend but I'm never too sure how much I'll like it.

I tore down my NB's block to see the damage and found this:
http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt194/paulsulja/Chicken/P1080325_zps1a99cf5a.jpg
http://i611.photobucket.com/albums/tt194/paulsulja/Chicken/P1080321_zps0cf8cdf3.jpg

[kung fu jesus]

What size wheels are those and what suspension?

[Left0verCurry]

rota grid 16x7 +40 falken tires 205/45/16
megan EZ street coilovers

[Pfunk]

I think my wife and I both agree the NA was a great build, but it was too much for any drive over an hour or two. The unbraced/fortified chassis on the NB does drive me nuts, though.

Huh, I find that that NB with rails, butterfly brace, and Afco suspension isn't any worse for long rides. I will say the PU bushings on the diff make the cabin vibrate when the motor is around 3K, something other folks have noticed, though. I'll not add door braces even though they make a huge difference because getting in and out of the car is fun as it is--I look like a baby moose being born.

After I have the interior done I will move onto the exterior, the last bit of the car to be done and I'll have seam welding done at that time...

[Pfunk]

Paul, did you get before and after numbers on the cornerweights?

I lost the scrap of paper with the initial condition but here's the final:

LF 282.5 RF 292.5
LR 286.5 RR 281.5

Full tank, me in it, 1140kg total.

[Anonymous]

drove it to work

[George]

finaly made the cooling fan to work

[kung fu jesus]

I lost the scrap of paper with the initial condition but here's the final:

LF 282.5 RF 292.5
LR 286.5 RR 281.5

Full tank, me in it, 1140kg total.


Interesting. Do you like the car a little loose?

The NB is a more comfortable car for longer trips, for certain. My NA had become a *little* too specialized. If I can get NB a bit more track-ready, safety-wise, I would be happy. It already has Konis and a RB front sway. For budget and comfort, I may just add springs or Ground Controls and be done with it. I may do bushings, but it isn't a priority. A roll bar, doorbars and fixing the oil leaks are more of a concern to me at the moment. Oh, and this box o' stereo shite to install.

[ZQQMIN]

new tint
http://i.imgur.com/KqBbH2L.jpg
new wheels
http://i.imgur.com/AaAykvz.png Looks Good, but oddly i like the "old wheels"... however i know the Rotas are much lighter. what percentage of tint did you go with ? do you know what tint that used as in the manufacture ? looks to be 20% carbon film. ( i used to tint, still do side jobs)
On a side note. i didnt realize the uni wiper was still in effect ? .... sweet ! looks like its time for a white roll bar to match your wheels and offset the car ?

[ZQQMIN]

Interesting. Do you like the car a little loose?

The NB is a more comfortable car for longer trips, for certain. My NA had become a *little* too specialized. If I can get NB a bit more track-ready, safety-wise, I would be happy. It already has Konis and a RB front sway. For budget and comfort, I may just add springs or Ground Controls and be done with it. I may do bushings, but it isn't a priority. A roll bar, doorbars and fixing the oil leaks are more of a concern to me at the moment. Oh, and this box o' stereo shite to install.
Huh, I find that that NB with rails, butterfly brace, and Afco suspension isn't any worse for long rides. I will say the PU bushings on the diff make the cabin vibrate when the motor is around 3K, something other folks have noticed, though. I'll not add door braces even though they make a huge difference because getting in and out of the car is fun as it is--I look like a baby moose being born.

After I have the interior done I will move onto the exterior, the last bit of the car to be done and I'll have seam welding done at that time...
LOL @ PFUNK -" I'll not add door braces even though they make a huge difference because getting in and out of the car is fun as it is--I look like a baby moose being born." and KUNG FU JESUS "Oh, and this box o' stereo shite to install." thanks for the laugh guys ! lol the guy i work next to .... lol , i just got a odd look... guess u had to be here....

[kung fu jesus]

I liked the doorbars in my NA. I am definitely putting them in the NB. With the butterfly brace, all I keep thinking is one manhole cover a *little* too high and

http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-1960-1969/1969-Dodge-Charger-General-Lee-DOH-Jump-Police-Cars-1600x1200.jpg

[Pfunk]

Interesting. Do you like the car a little loose?

The NB is a more comfortable car for longer trips, for certain. My NA had become a *little* too specialized. If I can get NB a bit more track-ready, safety-wise, I would be happy. It already has Konis and a RB front sway. For budget and comfort, I may just add springs or Ground Controls and be done with it. I may do bushings, but it isn't a priority. A roll bar, doorbars and fixing the oil leaks are more of a concern to me at the moment. Oh, and this box o' stereo shite to install.

I do; since I'm not on the track, keeping it a bit loose lets me have fun up in the hills at lower speeds. That said, the R (RHD Car) weight percentage is 50.1%, the rear weight percentage is 49.8%, and the cross-weight percentage is 50.8%, all pretty balanced, I think. What values did you have on your NA? BTW, If you need PU bushings I've a full set minus the diff bushings I can send you, still in the bag--got them and then decided to get the V8 arms which have different sizes.

[kung fu jesus]

Paul, I may take you up on that. Which ones are they? Energy?

On the NA, I balanced it 50/50 with a 1/2 tank and me in the car. I had the luxury of using David's scales. Your balance on a full tank prompted the question. It makes sense now.

After finally getting into Tina's 10ae a bit on this stereo install, I want to fly back to CA just to throttle the previous owner. I found a bit of patchwork stuff in the electronics that I had to correct and took a little time with the FSM to make sure it wasn't mixed up. Nothing too bad, just not very well done. Tina loves the new stereo! :)

Brakes are next week, if the stuff ships in from CA on time. I WAS going to get the bung welded in the midpipe to install the '01 exhaust mani, but I think the brakes are becoming a priority. I need to start driving this car more. I think Tina seems to have a higher tolerance to let certain things go until they REALLY need attention.

[kung fu jesus]

This was after the first time I balanced the NA:

http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff166/force_mccocken/IMAG0073.jpg

I spent another hour dialing in the last 1% an evening out the corners. it was 50.10% when I was done.

[tsingson]

Steven, when is the rollbar coming?

[kung fu jesus]

Ugh, I dunno.

I chucked the same code last night, so I swapped in the good coilpack I had and did the VC gasket this morning. Car runs even smoother now. Annnd the RSX chucked a code too, cat ineffieciency. So, brakes are on order, need to see if any of code reappear on the cars. May have to order and O2 and cat for the Acura.

[kung fu jesus]

Oh, and I swapped in the black Nardi wheel in from the horrible 10ae wheel.

[tsingson]

Nice. Will the 10AE make an appearance for the next meet?

[kung fu jesus]

Perhaps.

[Tungsten6]

Painted my spare VC I got from Yellow yesterday. Cant wait for it to dry!

[Anonymous]

Gave it a bath

[Speed rock]

Pulled it out of storage and put the summer wheels back on7201

[Pfunk]

Energy Suspension?

Yeah, it's the master kit minus the diff mounts--I was able to use them, at least. Shoot me your addy and I'll be happy to send them to you. Way better than seeing them unused in the bags!

[kung fu jesus]

PM sent, Paul.

Tina is really excited about the upgrades on and planned for the 10ae. I gotta knockout the timing belt maintenance and seals. With what I have seen of this car so far, I'll feel better when the "reset" is done.

[EMMI]

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/904470_10151604635898615_1368864122_o.jpg

[ZQQMIN]

Washed and waxed and driven.....

[kung fu jesus]

New custom midpipe.

[Left0verCurry]

Looks Good, but oddly i like the "old wheels"... however i know the Rotas are much lighter. what percentage of tint did you go with ? do you know what tint that used as in the manufacture ? looks to be 20% carbon film. ( i used to tint, still do side jobs)
On a side note. i didnt realize the uni wiper was still in effect ? .... sweet ! looks like its time for a white roll bar to match your wheels and offset the car ?

My old wheels had lots of corrosion, so they looked like shit up close. I went with 20% tint, not sure of brand/type though, there is a local guy i know who did them for pretty cheap. Roll bar is definitely next, but i will probably keep the bar black.

[ZQQMIN]

YEA, i hear ya , my SSR type C wheels are starting to have clearcoat issues. but i love the wheels. i hate the idea of having to either recoat or clean all the clear off and polish them ( ive done this before, SUCKS!) on the plus side. i have a state of the art powder booth at my disposal.... im looking at it right now.. love the polished lip though. who knows... time will tell. sounds like you have a few good plans... i myself want to get a ecu and injectors etc. all done and running smooth soon only need more time.... i love driving it , its my DAILY !

[kung fu jesus]

New pads (Carbotech AX6), new lines (Russel DOT braided SS), full system bleed, new Centric rotors. Fixed a few small things, too.

[Tungsten6]

Mazda Comps installed last night.

[kung fu jesus]

Painted new (used) windshield cowl and wiper arms. Lost the wiper arm plugs, wiper arm nuts, and one of the screw covers on the cowl in the process.

[tsingson]

I see you saw Jason yesterday?

[ozzie84]

Changed turret oil and installed new boots...hell of a difference

[kung fu jesus]

I see you saw Jason yesterday?
Yes. Straight shooter. I like the guy, no bullshit and I can appreciate that. Very honest, too.

He will be parting the car I am interested in in the summer. I look forward to doing more business with him!

[tsingson]

Cool. I think I will be hitting him up to see if he has the BBS wheels that I like.

[kung fu jesus]

I saw a set of those too. I think they are off an LE.

[Mountain Green]

Just got car last week. To date, air filter, plugs and wires tomorrow, top boot cover arrived today, and ordered
Roadster exhaust from Moss last night. Nice catalog, going for lots of stuff soon.

[tsingson]

Lets see some pics Mountain!

[Mountain Green]

Posted pics in the NB green thread and new member post, so far

[kung fu jesus]

I lubed my nuts and caressed them lovingly with wrenches. I love working on cars that have been in temperate climates their entire lives. :). The '01 exhaust mani retrofit happens this weekend hell or high water. The 10mm bolts for the heatshield came off EASY.

[Mountain Green]

Kung Fu, I agree soo much. When I got the 1975 Datsun 280 Z back in 2003, it had been in So. Cal it's
whole life. During the restore, never had to use penetrating oil on anything !! Even the exhaust manifold/
headpipe bolts on the 28 yr old exhaust came off.
Now, up here in the Salt/Rust belt.....sawsall use is mandatory equipment .

[cbaylis77]

Gave up on doing my body work and sent it to a pro. Need this thing back on the road!

[kung fu jesus]

Started exhaust manifold retrofit.

[tsingson]

Just picked up the 01 manifold tonight. Will attempt to install on Friday.

[ZQQMIN]

washed it yet again... YAY Pollen!!! and now to add to my "woes" think my HKS BOV isnt working :(

[Jammers]

Adjusted my coilovers

[turbotyla]

Started fitting my 235/40 17x9.75s on the car.

Because v8
http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn173/turbotylaa/20130425_184913_zps6c7d75c5.jpg

[Tungsten6]

Damnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn!!!
So about that MSM lip :D
PM Me!

[dangerousdave]

Installed DDMTuning.com's 55w 5000k kit. About 3 times more visibility at night than regular stock bulbs.

Photos (http://imgur.com/a/RmyCz)

[Tungsten6]

Same brand/temp I have. Had them for awhile now and I love them.

[dangerousdave]

Same brand/temp I have. Had them for awhile now and I love them.

Good to hear! I had a kit from them for my old BMW and they never had an issue for the year or so that I had them

[SM16RMSM]

I made the mistake and bought mine as the 35watt kit from DDMTuning at 5000K. I now wish I bought the 55W instead. BUT I did learn that my passenger headlight cut off plate moves around so it won't stay level when moving along a bumpy road.

As for what I did today for the MSM, I cleaned all the water out of the trunk. I still having leaking issues from the accident. THIS SUCKS!

[Jammers]

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b97/enzo350/20130506_182943_zps7fcdf879.jpg (http://s17.photobucket.com/user/enzo350/media/20130506_182943_zps7fcdf879.jpg.html)
Finally got the lip I wanted =]

[kung fu jesus]

Which lip is that?

[George]

RS Factory stage! nice

[Ciotti]

Motor swap time lapse

Watch in 720p...

http://youtu.be/SmuV5Oe68Gk

[chiefmg]

Bought a set of Corbeau seat brackets with dual locking sliders. Now to get the seats to go on them...

[LoveJoy33]

Fixed the horn and headlight connectors and deleted some non essential systems in the engine bay...

[Crapweasel]

First post, be gentle!

New shift knob arrived today, purchased after a thread on here where a heavier shift knob was recommended for someone was looking for more fun... this had better be good! (I kid, I've been looking for something like this for a while, and the posts assisted greatly, so I thank you!)

Install tomorrow.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c63/CJWeasel/20130813_233240_LLS_zps43fed54e.jpg

[mini_fd]

S2000 antenna now on...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7432/9663757415_c7d04c1438_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663757415/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663757415/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7353/9663746737_7a8c4d481b_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663746737/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663746737/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/9663738605_7b6862420a_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663738605/)
s2k antenna (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663738605/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

[atlnb]

This happened yesterday, but competed in my first autocross and won 1st place in novice class and was second fastest overall. Only car faster was a stripped and caged M3 that was 0.6s faster. I thought that was pretty cool.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2846/10028636884_485a3358f9_c.jpg

[SM16RMSM]

First post, be gentle!

New shift knob arrived today, purchased after a thread on here where a heavier shift knob was recommended for someone was looking for more fun... this had better be good! (I kid, I've been looking for something like this for a while, and the posts assisted greatly, so I thank you!)

Install tomorrow.


"Be gentle", this place is Candy Land compared to other so no worries mate. Some very friendly people around here. Besides, you gotta post pictures of it installed too. Very nice looking knob. I wanted to try a Blox shifter knob. Also, go introduce yourself in the "NEW MEMBER INTRODUCTIONS". Show off some pictures of your Mazdaspeed (SE model in Australia I believe).


This happened yesterday, but competed in my first autocross and won 1st place in novice class and was second fastest overall. Only car faster was a stripped and caged M3 that was 0.6s faster. I thought that was pretty cool.

Nice. I was half a second behind a Evo before my Catalytic converter gave out. Then a stripped NA6 went out and kicked me in the face with a 0.8 second lead over me in third place.

[atlnb]

Thanks! I'm going to try to go to the rest of the events for the rest of the year. It is so addicting.

That happens to the best of us, better luck next time.

[ozbrock]

I finally got around to sanding and clearcoating my headlights, after a week of waiting for the clear to cure so I could wetsand and polish again.

Before
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/glowin3232/front.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/glowin3232/media/front.jpg.html)

After
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/glowin3232/null_zpsb7aa4604.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/glowin3232/media/null_zpsb7aa4604.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/glowin3232/null_zpseb1e3565.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/glowin3232/media/null_zpseb1e3565.jpg.html)

Also got my hardtop back on after a couple months of enjoying the summer sun.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/glowin3232/null_zps0ba20e98.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/glowin3232/media/null_zps0ba20e98.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/glowin3232/null_zps856df5ed.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/glowin3232/media/null_zps856df5ed.jpg.html)

[SM16RMSM]

Send me the procedure. Need to do mine soon.

Oh, did this today. Got hit by a hit and run driver.

[atlnb]

Don't see the picture. Sorry to hear that, regardless

[kung fu jesus]

Test-fit one of the wheels off my e30 onto Anthony's NB (16x8 +15, 2-5/45-16)

Hnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnggg!

100721007310074100751007610077

[theothersawyer]

That actually looks great!!!

[tsingson]

Tell me about it. I didn't want to take them off. I was even going to bolt the rest of them on.

[kung fu jesus]

Anthony, what is your ride height?

[bigx5murf]

Those rivals look way too fresh, you need to chew them up.

[tsingson]

Anthony, what is your ride height?

I think I am at either 12.5 or 12.75 all the way around. I can check tomorrow to make sure and let you know.

[kung fu jesus]

Thanks!

[ZQQMIN]

new stage 2 clutch, pressure plate, lightened flywheel, DEI insulating panels put in tunnel above tranny ( no more HOT FOOT) new REAL italian leather shift boot AND matching PBrake boot... so far lovely.. and still in break in mode :/

:)

[Kilo0101]

S2000 antenna now on...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7432/9663757415_c7d04c1438_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663757415/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663757415/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7353/9663746737_7a8c4d481b_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663746737/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663746737/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/9663738605_7b6862420a_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663738605/)
s2k antenna (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63839450@N02/9663738605/) by rocketeerbandit (http://www.flickr.com/people/63839450@N02/), on Flickr

What trunk lid is that

[Kilo0101]

10222

Just put an Enthuza XR lightweight on mt 00 se. The sound is amazing and i can not tell you how great Enthuza is. If you are looking for an exhaust I highly recommend Jason at Enthuza

[ZQQMIN]

Washed And and then took her to the shop and retinted with ceramic film, the best film out.. ... Even gave her a nice new windshield strip, and that's so much easier on the eyes

[NB98]

Headed out to take some photos but blew a clutch hose instead :cry:. Oh well put me down for next weekend as replacing clutch hose.

[kung fu jesus]

Picked up a driver's side mirror and trunklid to replace my sun-faded ones on the 10ae. Yay!

[Radiohead]

We dropped my engine in today!