What did you do to your NB 2020?

[kung fu jesus]

New year, new opportunities to evolve!

I gave mine a much needed 6-step exterior detail over New Year's weekend.

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[HarryB]

Did some brake system maintenance (grease sliders, general clean up, check pads) as well as tidy up/re-loom a part of the front chassis wiring loom. Need to upload some pics on my build thread.

[mx54life]

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[kung fu jesus]

Did you build the bottom?

[mx54life]

Did you build the bottom?

Kind of lol......send it out to be freshened up.....had the cylinders honed.....it was still tight so we kept it with std rings and bearings.....arp bolts and BE oil pump.
I had a low compression and bad leak down test. HG was the culprit but because it had 180k+ miles I just decided to do the right thing lol “while you’re there” some would say...
Plus I have a new TVS900 that I will be using to replace the MP62 so I guess tightening things up is a good insurance.

[Pfunk]

I had a full seam weld done, the side louvres integrated into the body and connected to the engine bay, the fenders pulled, the car painted, new UV and IR-cut windscreen installed, all new rubber/seals/etc around the windows done, new headlights, and a new full-loop carpet installed:
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[HarryB]

So glad to get updates again for this car!

[kung fu jesus]

Good to see you and your car again, Paul! Thanks for sharing the updates!

[Greasemonkey2000]

So glad to get updates again for this car!


Good to see you and your car again, Paul! Thanks for sharing the updates!

+3 My favorite NB1, hands down!!:bow: Sure would LOVE to see a build thread happen for this beautiful nb. I know you have chronicled many of the upgrades thru various threads but would really like to see a dedicated build thread. :popcorn:

[Airbrush1]

I’ve pretty much just been staring at it in the driveway... I HAVE resolved to get it ready for the miata reunion at road Atlanta though!21500

[HarryB]

What's pending to get it ready?

Mine has been doing a lot of driving between home and work lately, but that's all. Gave it a quick wash the other day, only thing I had time for (and it was much needed).

[Airbrush1]

I have to paint the front bumper again due to a bubble that appeared after the shop fixed some chips last time. I also want to do new sway bars, injectors, fuel pump, and tune, and a good detail since it sits outside. Nothing too crazy... I also have to install my fm frame rails and re-Amemiya seat.

[Demon I Am]

Charged up the battery and got the juices flowing. Gave her a quick wash-up and a long test drive. Showed her to a local guy looking for a track toy. It's easy to forget how fun and good-driving of a car it is!

I did notice a very small amount of brake fluid on the garage floor by the passenger caliper, and a couple drops of radiator fluid after the drive. Will need to look into those on my day off

[Pfunk]

Yeah, I don't get on the forums so much these days. The PhD sucks up most screen time, and the farmhouse renovation takes the rest, but I thought I'd pop by to share proof of life. :lol:

[HarryB]

That farmhouse project was pretty cool as well; add another thing on your "to do" list :P

[Demon I Am]

Yeah, I don't get on the forums so much these days. The PhD sucks up most screen time, and the farmhouse renovation takes the rest, but I thought I'd pop by to share proof of life. :lol:

Do you have a blog or Insta showing off the farmhouse work? I'd love to see some updates.

[turboedpickup]

Installed some delrin door bushings. w..t..f.. should have done this years ago. Car feels more supple, and bumps feel like they're taken by the suspension instead of my chassis. Installed them per revlim's method. Couldn't even believe it. It's so subtle and not subtle at the same time...but I'm pretty sure I'll be "used" to it in a few days. The effect on my car is probably larger than others' cars since I have ZERO reinforcement/stiffening done to my car body/chassis.

Also adjusted the idle valve idle. Car...idles so much nicer. The only thing that changed was going back to stock intake...but I didn't change that valve going from stock intake/ecu to mspnp2 to stock ecu with uturnintake - and now stock everything. Either way, I opened up the valve more, and now the car idle's MUCH nicer - doesn't want to die every time I come to a stop.

[Demon I Am]

So I sold a bunch of the aftermarket goodness, and the Miata is probably going to a new owner Thursday. Giving it a last lookover before (temporarily) leaving Miatadom.

Need to get the wheels cleaned up and find a good home.

[Demon I Am]

All gone! Had a few little hiccups, but was able to get it sold to someone who will appreciate it. It feels weird to not see her in the garage. I can move on to getting the '76 C-10 back in shape (and probably sold).

[kung fu jesus]

Sorry to read this, but I hope to see you in another sometime in the near future. :)

[Demon I Am]

Yeah, I'm trying not to be sad about it. itsjustacaritsjustacaritsjustacar... After I ditch the Subaru in October, I might look into an ND. The wife thinks the Fiat skin looks better, I don't agree.

[kung fu jesus]

Local breaker landed another chaste White NB, a ‘00 with 81k on it from Savannah. Very clean, well kept car, center punched on the passenger door.

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Unfortunately, someone grabbed the rear bumper before I could reach out to him, but I was able to claim the front bumper/OEM spoiler and trunk lid. Both were better than mine. The bonus was I was able to do a partial trade for my parts as most of his clients are spec racers and my accident-damaged front bumper was still good enough for that.

The new bumper also doesn’t have fog lights, which I preferred anyways. I got them home and installed in short order.


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[HarryB]

Nice score! I prefer the fog lights on NBs, as they look a bit more aggressive IMO, but each to their own!

[kung fu jesus]

Nice score! I prefer the fog lights on NBs, as they look a bit more aggressive IMO, but each to their own!


I like the cleaner lines, better aero. :)

[kung fu jesus]

Biannual oil change time.

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[kung fu jesus]

New tags and registration. No issues.

I prefer to remove the old tags from my license plate and then slice a grid pattern into the new one after installing it. I have had a couple tags stolen from my plates over the years, which is aggravating and a hassle. Anyone else do this?

[tsingson]

I do. But it ends up making it difficult to remove the following year. I don't go more than stacking 2 stickers, if I do it. I have seen some ridiculous ones where it's gotta be like 15 years at least.

[kung fu jesus]

Lol, I have seen those 1/4” thick tag stacks too.

I usually remove the plate and use a heat gun with a plastic scraper. A little acetone to clean off the old adhesive. Ten minutes?

[Hyper]

I have a free white passenger door free of dent s

[kung fu jesus]

Glimpse of my weekend projects:

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[tsingson]

Wow. That looks great. The red is really close to matching. I was afraid the red was going to be closer to orange like all of the other MSM cloth seats I have seen in person. Good job!

[kung fu jesus]

That’s because I cleaned the shite out of the seats.

[kung fu jesus]

And yeah, not an exact match, but close enough.

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[Phatmiata]

looks outstanding!!!! like brand new too!

[Airbrush1]

Now I need red carpet!

[kung fu jesus]

Passenger door card retrofitted. ‘04 into my ‘99.

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Can confirm NB2 door latch mechs are a straight forward swap. The cables are easier than straightening the NB1 rods. The electric locks PnP. The interior door handles are different because rods vs cables.

Old vs new:

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[Martin]

Nice!!

[tsingson]

Ooooooh. Selling your old door cards?

[kung fu jesus]

I will, but let me document the flaws in them.

[Greasemonkey2000]

Yes that looks pretty awesome! Really like how the color scheme is coming full circle!! :bow:

[HarryB]

Looks so much better now!

[mx54life]

White NB Miata with red interior, my first to see one.....keeps me goin’.....very inspiring

[NicolasN]

Oh that came today
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[HarryB]

:8):

[kung fu jesus]

NB owners are rolling strong in the new year, getting stuff done! :)

[tsingson]

Sorry guys for not posting in this thread. Hard enough finding enough time to get the updates into my build thread.

[kung fu jesus]

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[NicolasN]

Oh that came today
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I was thinking of cutting the fenders
The workshop guy told me that it's meant to be over the fenders for extra support and that I shouldn't do it
What's your opinion?

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[tsingson]

Are you going to have the front as one complete piece or front bumper separate from the fenders? Me personally, I would use the extra support. If it's fiberglass, which I am assuming, I would always be afraid of it cracking somewhere.

[NicolasN]

They will be separated
I was just thinking of making it flush

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[tsingson]

Would they have to pull the fender out after they cut it to make it flush?

[NicolasN]

Would they have to pull the fender out after they cut it to make it flush?No I don't think so

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[HarryB]

I would cut, maybe 1cm or so too large. Then fold the lip inwards, and add a stip of metal at the end. This would create a "step" on the fender for the bumper to sit against, while having a nice, OEM-looking gap, but it is quite a bit of work.

[kung fu jesus]

I don't think you can get it flush without bonding it, the composite will be too thin and constantly crack.

I remember Woolery lap joined his PC nose onto his NA.

[Airbrush1]

Can we get a closeup of how it sits without modification?

I got lucky this week and the owner of my first turbo miata (three owners removed now, they always find me) contacted me to ask about the corksport exhaust for the msm since he happened to come into possession of one... I snagged it before he could advertise it for sale! Should ship Monday, hopefully it gets me on the ball again as far as playing with the car!

[Airbrush1]

Well, couldn’t help myself and bought A-spec mazdaspeed headlight bezels even though I know they don’t fit the nb2... anyone have installed photos other than from the brochure? YAJ CAN BE DANGEROUS
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[HarryB]

Bought me another set of wheels, in need of some TLC.

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Look like 14's, but seller says they are 15x8. We'll see when they arrive here.

[speedypenguin]

Back in a NB again. Took ownership of this 10AE a few months ago. My additions are 15x8 RPF1s, Meister R coilovers, and paint matched MSM rear lip.

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[Greasemonkey2000]

Nice, Brian! Which MeisterR coilovers and what do you think of them?

[mx54life]

Love the RPF1 15x8.....

That 10ae looks oh so familiar......wish I have one :ninja:

[Airbrush1]

Bit the bullet and did my FM frame rail install today. It wasn't hateful, just time consuming, and it gave me an excuse to vacuum under my seats!21805218062180721808

[anrandol]

gv hood installed

side skirts installed as well, though not a fan now that they are on and will likely remove.

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[tsingson]

Man, seeing the color matched flares always makes me want to cut mine up and get some. Looks so good.

[turboedpickup]

Singular hood vents in!

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[Greasemonkey2000]

Went from a Racing Beat twin tip muffler...
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...to a custom axle back with Flowmaster Super 44. More details and pics in post #218:
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[kung fu jesus]

Scored an excellent condition Robbins cloth top from a spec-miata buddy. A little dusty from sitting, but zero wear.

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Time to clean and install it!

[HarryB]

Looks really nice...

..but the car needed a burgundy top

[kung fu jesus]

I understand what you are saying, but no, definitely not.

[HarryB]

Haha, fair enough; black looks fantastic, and the top looks in pristine condition.

[Airbrush1]

Got my alcantara gauge hood cover installed!
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[tsingson]

That gauge hood looks so good man. Quick question, were you selling your CR01s on CL? I thought I saw an ad for them when I was browsing ads.

[Airbrush1]

That gauge hood looks so good man. Quick question, were you selling your CR01s on CL? I thought I saw an ad for them when I was browsing ads.

Yup, they’re for sale. I put Willwoods on the car and they just don’t fit over the brakes anymore