What did you do to your NB 2016?

[Demon I Am]

Since it's February of 2016, and there isn't a new thread, I'll just drop this here. Oil change and a bath on a lovely 67* January day!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1614/24125245244_9fb7553cdd_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/CKSbUd)2016-02-01_10-08-16 (https://flic.kr/p/CKSbUd) by Tony Driver (https://www.flickr.com/photos/demoniam/), on Flickr

[HarryB]

Madison looks good!

P.S. We should start a 2016 thread..

[Martin]

We should start a 2016 thread..

:ninja:

[HarryB]

Sneaky admin powaaa! List of my items so far for 2016:

Installed Ford fan-type washer jets
Installed leather door handles and rattle-proofed the door cards
Changed HT seals and latches
Test-fitted my RS8s

[Jarrett]

My missing center cap just came in, so I installed it.
http://i1372.photobucket.com/albums/ag336/jturnia1/Mobile%20Uploads/E53B39F4-3783-485E-AF35-F300D3E55833_zps0chra74f.jpg (http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/jturnia1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E53B39F4-3783-485E-AF35-F300D3E55833_zps0chra74f.jpg.html)

[woahmiata]

I got these Konig Tweaked wheels put on, they are 15x7 +35mm. Love them.

http://i447.photobucket.com/albums/qq193/woahmiata/20160205_173836-1_zpsakfbxcpc.jpg (http://s447.photobucket.com/user/woahmiata/media/20160205_173836-1_zpsakfbxcpc.jpg.html)

[Airbrush1]

Mine is getting a bath on Friday! I have a zoom fuel lid, zoom mirrors, and a new steering wheel with a red nardi Tokyo horn button to install. I also need to do an oil change before spring!

[Demon I Am]

I think the next thing I want to do is swap on the MSM suspension and the MS01R's after vacation. Hopefully it will be warmer.

[CollinMB]

15653

I put a manual trans in my car as well as coilovers, sway bar, sticky tires. Just need to put in my roll bar, Sparco Sprint, and SM VS3 and it's good to go

[Demon I Am]

So, ummm. How do I fix this?
https://flic.kr/p/EZBjfn

[NCGreasemonkey]

So, ummm. How do I fix this?
https://flic.kr/p/EZBjfn

Set of Feals! Guessing the gap above the rubber was your point. IMBW. :shrug:

[Demon I Am]

Yeah, the smaller wheels give it the rally stance. Not sure if bigger tires or lower suspension will help. Tires will need replacing soon, as the Sport Comp 2s are at the wear bars

[NCGreasemonkey]

If you need some pricing just send me a size/type and I'll see what we can do. Just west of ya!

[Demon I Am]

I do have a set of MSM suspension. I was thinking of throwing them on, but I don't think they are much lower than stock. I could save them for a diy coupler kit, like all the cool kids are doing now.

[Airbrush1]

I scratched the quarter panel with the pocket clip on my knife....

[Demon I Am]

Awww, dammit... That sucks. I may end up selling the RAYS if I can't get them to look right on the car.

[JamieH]

Tires will need replacing soon, as the Sport Comp 2s are at the wear bars

That all? You got, like, another 3K+ miles left on them! (I may know a thing or two about running Comp 2s to death, ha.) (http://imgur.com/doXM0Hb)

[HarryB]

We have similar problems... Do not sell the wheels, they look amazing against the car. Just treat yourself to the FCM suspension Chad was selling. ;)

[Demon I Am]

I started the process of mounting the Curt receiver to the car. After getting 3 of the 4 required holes drilled, my step-bit promptly gave up on life, and would not cut any further.

Guess I need a trip to harbor freight, before I can carry my bike around.

[Demon I Am]

Finally assembled the messed up center caps off the MS01-R wheels. Only like 3 years later

[Hyper]

Full Race Port & Polish cylinder head job. Tomei intake and exhaust camshafts. Also complete Supertech valve train upgrade including Supertech bucket lifters. This job is costing me a fortune in part OOff! it better be worth it.

[HarryB]

Finally assembled the messed up center caps off the MS01-R wheels. Only like 3 years later

Pics or it didn't happen :P

[tsingson]

Used the 3M headlight restorer that KFJ had recommended. Worked like a champ.

[Demon I Am]

Today, I'll receive the last of my brake parts. Hopefully, I'll be able to do the install this weekend.

Tonight I may try to install the new window bushings, and clean/re-grease the guides. I do have the regulators, and the glass actually, from the 2000, so that could make the job a freaking snap.

[Airbrush1]

Waiting on an order from garagestar that should be here tomorrow. Getting a stainless ebrake lever and a radiator cooling plate. Just some shiny stuff before a show this weekend. The wife has expressed interest in me getting seats that will keep us below the rollbar, I really want a set of the cobra classics or something similar

[tsingson]

I put the last Hardtop plate for the rear feet. Hardtop sits real nice now. Will see if I still get the vibrating noise in the back but I think I got it. The white rubber part of the plate on the old ones were so worn out. Just wish that I would have ordered both at the same time to save on shipping.

[HarryB]

Check also if you have the rubber gaskets that go underneath the feet, between the feet and the car.

[tsingson]

I bought new ones of those before also. I think it's ready.

[Demon I Am]

Glad your top is right. I need to either start refreshing my hard top, or sell it. Weather's been too nice to rock it, so it's been top down, mostly.

I was able to install the new bushing in the passenger window on lunch break. Forgot how much of a PITA removing the power window regulators are. Will do the Driver Side tonight.

[Airbrush1]

Managed to install my radiator cooling plate and garagestar handbrake at work this evening
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb77/airbrush711/Mobile%20Uploads/image_16.jpeg (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/airbrush711/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_16.jpeg.html)

I scuffed up the polished handle with a red scotchbrite pad to give it a similar finish to the rest of my brushed aluminum interior accents

[Demon I Am]

Finally going to wrench on the car. Pads, rotors, lines, and window bushing, oil change.

Ooh also, yesterday I picked up an email code followed by a cylinder 2 misfire. Not this shit again! The black car had a misfire plague that lasted quite a while. Guess I'll start cheap. New plugs and wires are due anyways. Going to check for spark, see if a coil is crapping out.

[Demon I Am]

Ugh. So much for progress..
Toasted rear caliper
Moss sent the wrong brake lines
Spark plug in cyl 2 had walked itself out, and the tip of the plug was missing. The coil was coated in magnetic dust.

[Demon I Am]

Not mine, but we installed the front Flyin Miata Konis on my friend's MSM. Nice quick swap. Surprising amount of drop, though the appearance could have something to do with the hill.


http://i.imgur.com/7YjlyQ7.jpg


Oh, and this is quite bothersome:

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


Also, I'm trying to hunt down a recurring (4x now) p24002 code.

Evap system leak. I'm thinking:
Purge solenoid (should have one fro the 2000 to swap/test.
Gas cap. (test from the 2000 part).
Evap Leak detection pump

or the highly unlikely:
Short to power circuit between the pump and PCM
Bad PCM

[kung fu jesus]

Man, you have the worst luck.

[Demon I Am]

yeah, it's been a shitty month when it comes to car work...

[Demon I Am]

Soccer mom came across the lane in her SUV and almost hit me head on. Fortunately, I avoided her and avoided a totalled car. Unfortunately, both of my passenger wheels made contact with the curb/storm grate. She, of course never stopped, and the traffic was far too heavy for me to chase her down. I'm horribly depressed over it, but they're just wheels, I guess

[tsingson]

The Rays?

[Demon I Am]

:fp: :cry2: :gonk: Yeah, they'll need machined and re-coated.

Oh well, at least the kid and I were not hurt

[Airbrush1]

I TRIED to polish the lips on my work cr-01 wheels yesterday while I was detailing the car. They're not damaged or dull, just some spots that aren't as shiny as I'd like. Damnit they won't polish! I tried mothers aluminum polish, as well as the stuff that zoom sent me with my fuel lid. I tried by hand, as well as by machine, and the damn things look no different!

[JamieH]

Clear coat? Bare aluminum should polish up pretty quickly.

[tsingson]

I am thinking clear coat as well. My SSRs had a clear coat on top as well.

[Airbrush1]

I don't think they do have a clearcoat on them, they certainly don't look like it to me, though all signs point to it being the case.

[Airbrush1]

Damnit, they have a clear anodizing on them, it's damn near impossible to work with. I may just have to have the lips powdercoated or stripped and polished. That stinks!

[HarryB]

:fp: :cry2: :gonk: Yeah, they'll need machined and re-coated.

Oh well, at least the kid and I were not hurt

They are just wheels mate.. thank god no one was hurt. You will make them better than they were ;)

[Demon I Am]

Going to try a different intake setup. Made a trade for some other car goodies. Now I just need to find out how to relocate the coolant tank, and also clean this filter.


https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7443/26725186301_c8ccb0dddd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GHByNa)IMG_20160503_082441 (https://flic.kr/p/GHByNa) by Tony Driver (https://www.flickr.com/photos/demoniam/), on Flickr

[HarryB]

Awesome setup! You can relocate the expansion tank anywhere; does not need to be higher than the radiator really, as long as the feed tube goes on the bottom or is submerged.

[Demon I Am]

Guess I'll have to poke around under there and figure it all out. This didn't come with a relocation bracket for the coolant bottle, but I can probably figure something out.

The filter needs a good soaking and recharge as well.

[HarryB]

My vote would be ditching the OEM expansion tank and get a generic one. My personal favorite place would be inside the bumper, on the side of the radiator or in front of the wheel well

[Demon I Am]

I was about to start looking for options/pics of other peoples' setups.

[HarryB]

Well, you do not need to. The way the expansion tank works is simple. As coolant gets hot, it expands and goes to the tank (after a certain pressure is reached, dictated by the radiator cap). As the fluid cools, the valve in the radiator cap allows the fluid to re-enter the radiator. You only need to make sure you either have the line at the bottom of the tank, or if going in from the top, extend it inside the tank all the way to the bottom and keep it submerged so that the system can suck fluid back without sucking air.

Summit has this little neat generic catch can: http://www.summitracing.com/int/parts/sum-g1472/overview/

Lots and lots on eBay as well!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x10-Polished-Alum-Universal-Radiator-Overflow-Tank/131480997357?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D35389%26meid%3D29ccffb9bacf4dce96c7dcb0a704 ab7f%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D8%26sd%3D3508 08914546

Hope I helped a bit!

[mx54life]

I would like a strong stainless steel expansion tank where I can also mount my FM oil filter relocation. Any idea Harry?

[HarryB]

TBH, no, but I will keep an eye. How do you plan on mounting the relocation kit?

[HarryB]

Managed to finally split my Watanabes!

[Demon I Am]

Mail Call:

http://i.imgur.com/w8aUs04.jpg

[Airbrush1]

Love getting packages from Adam!

[HarryB]

Need photos of the content!

[Hyper]

Search Canton Racing Products, they make one for NB Miata

https://www.cantonracingproducts.com/product/80-276/80-276---ALUMINUM-RECOVERYFILL-TANK--99-05-MAZDA-MIATA/

[Demon I Am]

I'm waiting for Adam's photos, as they are much better than what a cell can do. But, here's a shot of my "Tron" gauges...

https://imgur.com/TTpbrzb

[HarryB]

Ooooh, those look sweet Tony!

[Demon I Am]

Thanks Adam did a great job, as always. The color is a great icy blue in person. Plus I kept my high beam, and cel indicators functional, which I prefer to have.

Also, in other great news, The Transitional's ( my black Miata) shell has finally sold and gone away. I now my mom is happy to have pay of her yard back. I'm happy that the guy's going to build it into a real car.

[HarryB]

Well, technically I haven't done anything, but I got hold of my MOMO Super Indy wheel.

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_001_zpsqkm7fdga.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_001_zpsqkm7fdga.jpg.html)

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The (Japanese) seller also included an origami; a nice little surprise!

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_008_zpsfqmyudie.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_008_zpsfqmyudie.jpg.html)

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That makes the steering wheel a full year older than I am! :P

[Demon I Am]

Ordered some neoprene edging for my AutoExe intake. Cleaned and recharged the filter. Need to find a length of silicone tubing for the crankcase breather, and figure out a solution for my coolant overflow. I may also look into fresh silicone couplers, as I'm not a fan of the blue one currently on there.

Also had the car detailed, since a guy was here on site. 2 hours later, and it is raining

[Airbrush1]

I've just been letting mine languish under its cover, it won't stop raining here in Maryland!
Also, I'm an idiot and somehow threw away the adapter ring that came with my steering wheel hub, and I can't install my revlimiter horn button until I find another one :(

[HarryB]

You can search for a (local) guy/company with a 3D printer and have them make you one as a temporary (or not so temporary) solution.

[Martin]

Like this?

http://www.panjo.com/buy/fs-horn-button-ring-adapter-momo-to-nardi-178945?index=6

[Airbrush1]

Yup, just bought it ;)

[NCGreasemonkey]

Thanks! I graduated in '87 from high school. Now I need a viagra and a swig of Geritol.



Well, technically I haven't done anything, but I got hold of my MOMO Super Indy wheel.

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_001_zpsqkm7fdga.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_001_zpsqkm7fdga.jpg.html)

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_002_zpsyvmjiie6.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_002_zpsyvmjiie6.jpg.html)

The (Japanese) seller also included an origami; a nice little surprise!

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_008_zpsfqmyudie.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_008_zpsfqmyudie.jpg.html)

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_010_zpsttowh1vx.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_010_zpsttowh1vx.jpg.html)

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160506_011_zps8yklaef9.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160506_011_zps8yklaef9.jpg.html)

That makes the steering wheel a full year older than I am! :P

[Demon I Am]

Removed the Ray's wheels and went back to the stockers. The tread is low enough, that with the near-constant rain they were not the safest choice for a 90-mile daily commute. I forgot how much more quiet these touring tires are.

Also fit the AutoExe intake. Installation is definitely weird with this one. It just kinda sits there. Definitely a little louder than the AEM intake, but only on hard acceleration. Once you are cruising or mildly accelerating, it's not much different. Still need to come up with a solution for my coolant relocation, and to re-wrap the AFM wires.

[HarryB]

This thread needs more pics! Would love to see the new intake installed!

I removed the aftermarket Pioneer head unit the PO had installed, because the cubby had cracked in half and it shaked like crazy in every pothole. Found a messy spaghetti behind it.

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160508_001_zps3lswyxuu.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160508_001_zps3lswyxuu.jpg.html)

Cleaned it up a bit, "fixed" the 2din cubby and installed it upside down, so that the HU weight is at least supported by the HVAC unit. Could not resist to give a quick test fit to a (near) future upgrade.

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160508_003_zpsxarkclgh.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160508_003_zpsxarkclgh.jpg.html)

DIY Nexus 7 install, needs some 3D printed parts for the bezel as well as some "supporting electronics", but we'll get there

[Demon I Am]

How did I miss this?! I've been thinking about that for a while! Please make a DIY thread when you get it set up.

So, I heard a noise that only happened at full right lock. Took off the wheel, and found a huge gouge on my new Techna-fit stainless line. The rubber coating is gone in a huge section. Need to see if Moss can ship just one line... *Miffed

[HarryB]

Fuck! Scrubbing with the wheel or arm?

Will do a DIY writeup with parts etc. when it's done. Already done a similar installation at a friends' NC, which turned down awesome; we managed to connect also the steering wheel buttons to control the tablet functions so it is even better.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQQ7s3gr2WA

Back to NBs! :P

[Demon I Am]

I think I got the angle wrong when installing, and the tire is catching it. Will get it fixed this weekend. Only seems to make contact on full-lock.

[turboedpickup]

Cleaned it up a bit, "fixed" the 2din cubby and installed it upside down, so that the HU weight is at least supported by the HVAC unit. Could not resist to give a quick test fit to a (near) future upgrade.

http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo189/HarryBk88/WP_20160508_003_zpsxarkclgh.jpg (http://s374.photobucket.com/user/HarryBk88/media/WP_20160508_003_zpsxarkclgh.jpg.html)

DIY Nexus 7 install, needs some 3D printed parts for the bezel as well as some "supporting electronics", but we'll get there

Um...that looks AMAZING, and I too would love to see a writeup on that. Instead of 3D printing a new bezel - wouldn't it be easier to trim the tablet? :toomuch:

[HarryB]

Hehehe, guess it might be? :P
The "bezel" is just a top and bottom part, needed to fill any gaps left and give it a more "finished" look. I will also update the CAD files here so that anyone can make those easily when done.

[mx54life]

She got new shoes. 6UL 15x9 and Maxxis 245-40-15

http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a578/ebaradas/IMG_3749_zpsbkpoyijm.jpg (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/ebaradas/media/IMG_3749_zpsbkpoyijm.jpg.html)

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[chiefmg]

Thanks! I graduated in '87 from high school. Now I need a viagra and a swig of Geritol.

Pish. Youngster.

[Airbrush1]

Seats came in today, looks like I'll be installing them tomorrow

[turboedpickup]

Just realized I can join this thread XD

This year... it was stripes and lip.

http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa306/turboedpickup/26267591713_4567e91658_k.jpg

I do have a SINGLE sidemarker - bought 1 thinking I bought 1 pair... :fp:...so I'll get the other one, one of these days.

[Demon I Am]

Love that color combo!

[Demon I Am]

This thread needs more pics! Would love to see the new intake installed!


I need it to stop being cold and rainy, so that I can clean up the bay, and figure out what to do with the coolant tank. Right now, it's just wedged in place. I think that i want a reservoir similar in size and shape to the Power steering one, since they'll both be on the same side of the bay. Or I'll mount it in the driver's bumper hole, like everyone else.

[Airbrush1]

Installed my bride seats and garagestar rails in the mazdaspeed. Took a three hour ride to the ocean for an event on Friday afternoon and really enjoyed the seats!

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb77/airbrush711/Mobile%20Uploads/DE366174-E023-4A9B-8085-D52398573CAE.jpg (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/airbrush711/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DE366174-E023-4A9B-8085-D52398573CAE.jpg.html)

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[mx54life]

Nice seats Airbrush1. I can imagine it eliminates lateral movement during hard cornering? You now need an aggressive alignment lol.

[Airbrush1]

I need an alignment anyway! They're surprisingly comfy considering my 38" waist. They recommend that your waist size be no larger than 34" for these (I guess I have a narrow ass lol)

[NCGreasemonkey]

I need an alignment anyway! They're surprisingly comfy considering my 38" waist. They recommend that your waist size be no larger than 34" for these (I guess I have a narrow ass lol)

Are you like me and if you were to ever 'twerk' the only thing shakin' would be your wallet? :toomuch:

[Airbrush1]

And perhaps my belly!

[Demon I Am]

So, yeah, this has been the first dry day in what seems like weeks. So far, no issues with the AutoEXE intake. Wedging the coolant bottle behind the passenger headlight and power steering reservoir has not given any issues, yet. I'll rock it this way until a more attractive solution comes along.

Still have not installed the new edging, or found a color-appropriate coupler, but it'll happen.

http://i.imgur.com/P2JccBJ.jpg

[mx54life]

What holds the AutoExe filter housing to the body? Is there a way for outside air to go thru on that side? I always wonder why factory had to cross over the filter on the other side. But it looks very nice.

[Demon I Am]

It just sits/wedges in place. It's not big or heavy, so the coupler clamp is enough. The cooler air flows from around the passenger headlight, and up from the bumper "well". I'm sure there would be a way to guide fresh air, but I am not sure that it is needed. The longer intake tube (Stock) provides less intake noise (resonance) and supposedly spreads the power across the band more evenly. There are many who say a shorter intake like this one could actually rob high-end power. This obviously comes with the trade of higher intake temps, due to the proximity of the radiator, and the location of the filter (beside/above the ex mani.

But I'm not a scientist. Neither am I trying to eke every last drop of power out of my car. I like the design, and it isn't damaging to the car, so that's my justification. Also, that I got it in a trade is also a bonus!

Also, look how barren the driver's side is, by comparison. It's pretty odd.

http://i.imgur.com/85uGbcZ.jpg

[HarryB]

It looks great Tony! Wish my engine bay was so clean. For reasons, all Greek NB2s have the aircon drier on the passenger side of the engine bay, right where your intake lies right now, extremely irritating.

I was away for the weekend, and do not have a closed garage, so today I woke up to this:

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Usual phenomenon here during spring, pollen and (mostly) Sahara dust travelling across the Mediterranean with southern winds. Could not wait to finish work and give the car a wash!

In other news, I finished the CAD files for the Nexus bezel/trim. Those will be 3D printed, so I figured I could share the files for anyone willing to go down that path on an NB/NB2. Started a new thread here (http://mazdaroadster.net/showthread.php?14015-Nexus-7-install&p=194815#post194815)!

[Demon I Am]

Wow, that's some serious dust!

[HarryB]

Bought a second set of RS8s. These are 0.5" wider and with 7mm less offset; really close to what I was looking for at the first time!

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Had to let the other set go in order to be able to fund them, luckily they will end up to good hands! :D

[tsingson]

I am so jealous.

[Demon I Am]

Waiting for the new hood. Guess I need to find a paint shop sometime soon

[NCGreasemonkey]

If you are up my way price out Ray's and Ian's. Both do great work. But shopping out is what it is about when they are good, right? :cheers:

[HarryB]

Did you stayed tan, or opted for a black one Tony?

[Demon I Am]

Tan interior for now.

[Martin]

Harry, I'm pretty sure Demon bought a "bonnet" :)

[Demon I Am]

Guess who wrecked another Miata..:cry2:

[Airbrush1]

Damnit!

[tsingson]

Are you serious Tony? Maybe the miata isn't the car for you man.

[NCGreasemonkey]

You OK my neighbor? Seems yes as you are posting.

More parts available? Have to look on the positive side of this.

[Demon I Am]

It's not the car that is wrong for me, it's the 1.5 hour commute in stop-go traffic. It's the motherfucker that jams on his abs equipped brakes because of some other mofo. The accident was not bad, car is drivable. And there is a hood in the mail already. Those are the positives.

The next car I have will have abs, fo sho

[Demon I Am]

Oh hey, a box:

http://i.imgur.com/X7nCJja.jpg

[tsingson]

Vacuumed and washed the NB. Then parked it in the garage. There it will sit.

[Demon I Am]

Need to figure out how to transport this thing, lol

[HarryB]

I might have bought a Rotrex supercharger kit...

[RustRat]

Finally!


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[BRGNA8]

I might have bought a Rotrex supercharger kit...

So good!! cant wait to follow the build process harry! congrats!

[turboedpickup]

Replaced the RUCAs, all control arm bushings, and new alignment bolts - and a fresh alignment. Car feels so......."not old." Ha! The only things left to make it "feel right" is a new clutch (this thing is slipping on OEM power - can't even chirp off the line).

[Demon I Am]

Heard back from the shop re: Madison. She's going to need a new hood, and headlight. The bumper cover is good, the radiator support is good. They are willing to paint/install the new hood, shave the front emblem. Supposedly everything should be ready by Friday.

[HarryB]

Great news Tony!

[Demon I Am]

The good news is that the body shop painted/installed the hood, and says it looks killer. The car *should* be ready to go today.

The bad news is that the hood's catch is missing, and they will not release the car to me, until it can be properly secured. Also, the replacement headlight housing showed up damaged, so they are waiting on another one.

Hopefully the seller has the latch laying around and can ship it to me quickly. otherwise, and I'd really hate to do this, I might be installing a set of aerocatches.

the OEM catch will not transfer over, unfortunately.

EDIT: Seller removed the latch whilst cleaning up the hood, should be packaged and shipped out tomorrow.

[Jammers]

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7798/28172989584_fd87c725e4_k.jpg
Take it to laguna of course!

[Airbrush1]

I'm picking up a hardtop this evening!

[MX5RACER]

I took out the 175,000 mile motor and dropped in a 47,000 mile VVT motor that happen to have come from JDM land (Yo!) with the flat-top intake manifold and Maxim Works Header!

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[Slampen]

I might have bought a Rotrex supercharger kit...

used or new?
Which kit is it, from Germany, Denmark or from the other side of the pond?

[HarryB]

Slightly used from US, still trying to figure out shipping tho.

[NCGreasemonkey]

used or new?
Which kit is it, from Germany, Denmark or from the other side of the pond?

See! Some one else uses the term "Other side of the pond" Gang! :slayer:

[kung fu jesus]

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7798/28172989584_fd87c725e4_k.jpg
Take it to laguna of course!

Lovely! If I buy another Miata, it will be white.

[Demon I Am]

Lookit!!
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[HarryB]

Looks good Tony; and you can tackle all the details you want by yourself!

I drove mine today, after 23 days of driving a Ford Transit. 3+ tons of weight plus a lazy as f%$k 145hp gasoline engine converted to LPG made my standard 1.6 Miata feel like a damn fast go-kart! :P

[Demon I Am]

Thanks, I'm rather in love with it, so far. It's amazing how the heat rolls out of those vents when the car is stopped.

I need to decide on whether I want clear or orange side winkers, then get them, so that I can have a front-end throwdown. Fender braces, winkers, and headlight refreshing. Not sure what else I should do whilst the fenders and bumper are off. Maybe a louder horn would be nice. Any suggestions?

[HarryB]

Deffo fender braces; haven't you had a set of Boss Frog ones already?

[Demon I Am]

They're just sitting in a box. I've been hesitant to do them, since pulling the fenders, means pulling the side skirts, which seems like a PITA. I'm thinking about a set of retromodern's side winkers, but I'm not quite sure they'd look right. Maybe too retro.

[Airbrush1]

I too am afraid to pull the fenders to install the braces (which is ridiculous since I'm a body guy by trade) I just don't want to mess with it in all honesty. I've really considered adding winkers as well.

My car has been sitting for a month now, just haven't had the time to drive it and it's stupid hot. I'm hoping that getting the hardtop finished up in a few weeks will renew my interest in the car.

[MX5RACER]

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Spent the morning this morning hooking up the VVTuner into the DIYPNP and happy to report, I now have working VVT in my '99 Miata with a JDM VVT YO! Motor! Need to go for a drive to do some tuning.

[NbSteve]

Top and roll bar last weekend, coilovers came in midweek, wheel/tire combo on Friday. This is when I first bought her about 2months ago
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#Transformation...Saturday?

[Airbrush1]

I forgot to have my emissions done and the registration on my mazdaspeed got suspended.... DOH!

[NCGreasemonkey]

I know this is an NB thread. But to Demon and Airbrush.... Just Do iiiittttt!

http://i.imgur.com/k7B2mvr.jpg

[Airbrush1]

Fender braces? I hope to do it this fall!

[NbSteve]

Got my fenders rolled today, I'll post pics on my thread once I get it aligned


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[BoBo]

Man all the NB's here are looking good. Sold my NA....hopefully by the end of this year I will have an NB2.

[Airbrush1]

I drove it to work and I'm going to wash it on lunch break :)

[NCGreasemonkey]

You get lunch?

[Airbrush1]

I skipped it's bath and went for a drive :) I grabbed a burger at 5 guys

[BluFalcon]

Pulled the front and rear bumpers off to have them repaired and repainted. Hood gets dropped off in the morning. Hope to have them back in about two weeks at the most.... hopefully.:cry:

[NbSteve]

I skipped it's bath and went for a drive :) I grabbed a burger at 5 guys

I'd do the same thing


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[Demon I Am]

Since we don't have a What Did You Buy For Your NB thread, I'll post it here.

I bought her a garage.

http://i.imgur.com/VIpG8GD.jpg

Oh, yeah, there may be a house attached to it too, whatever...

[Airbrush1]

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Picked up my 1st place in class trophy from a local car show today, installed my garagestar hardtop bros lets, and looked at my revlimiter retro window switches (tone installed this week)

[mx54life]

^ congrats, now is that paint still wet? :8):

[HarryB]

Congrats to both of you! I would really love a proper enclosed garage instead of my parking spot...

[Mycoo]

Sorry if the list is long just realized how much I've done this year.

I've done a lot this year. Starting in Feb I put a new light weight flywheel. New fm clutch and pressure plate. Custom gauges from revlimiter. Hardtop I drove 10 hours for. New momo prototipo 350 steering and dakei hub. Birthday presents[emoji3]. And voodoo shift knob also a birthday present. Custom redline shift skirt. Put the finishing touches on my indash. Got a brand new oem bumper. Finally found a msm front lip.

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[Mycoo]

Sorry if the list is long just realized how much I've done this year.

I've done a lot this year. Starting in Feb I put a new light weight flywheel. New fm clutch and pressure plate. Custom gauges from revlimiter. Hardtop I drove 10 hours for. New momo prototipo 350 steering and dakei hub. Birthday presents[emoji3]. And voodoo shift knob also a birthday present. Custom redline shift skirt. Put the finishing touches on my indash. Got a brand new oem bumper. Finally found a msm front lip.

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[tsingson]

Those gauges are awesome! Bulbasaur would have been better. ;P

[Mycoo]

Those gauges are awesome! Bulbasaur would have been better. ;P
I actually wanted dragonite but the color wouldn't look right. So chose the second best

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[mx54life]

Finally found the appropriate ride height with out scrapping those nasty speed bumps at my work place so then went for the an alignment. Wow the difference between guys that know what their doing is immense. You do get what you pay for. Finally my AFCO coilovers are showing their capabilities. Definitely more than what I can handle :teehee:


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[Hyper]

Since we don't have a What Did You Buy For Your NB thread, I'll post it here.

I bought her a garage.

http://i.imgur.com/VIpG8GD.jpg

Oh, yeah, there may be a house attached to it too, whatever...

best gift ever!

[NbSteve]

I cracked the upper seal of my radiator[emoji846] I know what you're all thinking, shoulda been watching the gauges but everything was fine, it didn't spike, I'd barely hit revlimiter and I had the heater on full blast. It was the stock radiator so it was just time to go I guess https://vimeo.com/190048494 (still waiting for my teammate to send the video focusing on me doing a burnout while waiting for the truck to finish)
That was last night so I'll take care of that as soon as the new all alum. One comes in.
Other than that I finally found the right weight oil to quiet lifter tick,
Did my own alignment and got everything to cross match,
But beyond that I've just been racking up miles, and having fun doing it.
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[Airbrush1]

Installed my revlimiter retro window switch at work today!
And, I installed my carbon hardtop spoiler:)

[Airbrush1]

https://i.imgur.com/GmZBCQj.jpg
Picked this up locally today! Can't decide if I want to do a brushed finish to match the rest of my interior, or keep the center polished?

[NCGreasemonkey]

You know you will catch a glint of sunlight, going thru a turn, off it and your OCD will kick in.

Brushed!

:sleep: Fellow Nut!

[Airbrush1]

https://i.imgur.com/TZh8sXR.jpg

I went brushed!

[HarryB]

Got delivery of my KG Works panel, looks great in person!

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[Airbrush1]

Jealous!

[NCGreasemonkey]

^^^ What he said!

[Demon I Am]

OK, gang. I think I'm about to get elbows deep in work again. Clutch is making 2 noises, and they have progressively gotten worse. I loud, groaning noise when the clutch is pushed more than halfway in.
The new noise is a rotational, chattery noise that happens when the clutch is engaged. Sounds like a bearing of some type to me.

Add that to 115k on the engine, and I think it's time for some serious work.