Raleigh Area Miata Techday

[— kung fu jesus —]

Raleigh Area Miata Techday

I know we have discussed this at the last two meets...let's get this hammered out

Where?
When?
What?

Keep in mind, big-ass projects probably won't be feasible, like motor swaps or clutches. Suspensions, probably. It will be up to the host to determine when and how long it will last The host will be able to gauge how much space there is and the size of the jobs to be done. The rest of us need to post up what we plan to work on, what help we need or can provide, and bring drinks/food to share. If you have specialized tools to loan, post about that too!

[—tsingson—]

Looks like I will have a roll bar to install. Is that too big of a job? I may have to go old school and do my suspension on my own because I don't know when I will be able to purchase that.

[— kung fu jesus —]

I think a rollbar is definitely doable. I usually help people drill the holes, trim the tin, line up the hardware and button it down, but removing the interior, replacing the interior and trimming the panels I leave up to that person. Everyone has a specific level of detail they prefer. I offer suggestions or personal experience.

I think the point is to try to feel out who is coming, what people have to do, and where. If there is garage space, people with bigger jobs should plan on arriving early. It would suck to have someone claim a big job and arrive 2-3 hours late, you know? Also, big jobs like a timing belt should be mentioned before the event. It may not be possible to complete the job in the time frame if a lot of people show up.

Generally, most techdays I have been to are first come first served on garage space. Smaller jobs are done outside or after the garage clears out, generally. Letting the host and those attending know what you're planning help you to know if you are going to have anyone there with previous experience that can lend a hand or offer advice. It will also allow each person to prepare for the tools they need and ask if anyone has those they can use. Sometimes, the biggest misconception is that people show up and think someone else will do the work for them. That does not happen. Not to sound like a jerk, but personally I have walked away from helping someone on their project if they weren't helping or walked off to socialize. The point of the techdays are to do the work yourself with guidance or someone willing to learn what you are doing or can assist you. There may be tools you can borrow, but you should also bring your own. It's hard if, say, there are 4 jack stands and 3 people need 2 of them.

These are social events, and they are always fun, but you have to respect the host and the other attendees.

[— kung fu jesus —]

I *might* replace the clutch on my AC compressor, but I'm not sure yet.

[Demon I Am]

Anthony, John (the roll bar guy) is thinking about waiting until he has his new bar, before doing the removal. He's older, doesn't want to take the car apart twice. I'll figure out when he wants to do it, asap.

I have some Diff mounts that I need to install.

[—tsingson—]

Thanks Tony. I hope it happens soon. The money is burning a hole in my wallet and the bikini top is collecting dust.

[—tsingson—]

BTW does anyone have a spare horn relay lying around. A new one from Autozone is about $26 and I was really feeling like spending that on something that I rarely use. Let me know fellas.

[— kung fu jesus —]

Anthony, John (the roll bar guy) is thinking about waiting until he has his new bar, before doing the removal. He's older, doesn't want to take the car apart twice. I'll figure out when he wants to do it, asap.I have some Diff mounts that I need to install.

Is it in the car or out?

[Demon I Am]

The diff is installed, I bought delrin mounts long ago, but have been to lazy-busy to install

[AARP]

Everyone should do their motor mounts at the same time

[— kung fu jesus —]

you should go to hell.

and die.

[AARP]

you should go to hell.

and die.

[—tsingson—]

Hey guys. Just wanted to let you know that I may be making a trip to see Miata Jason in Apex. I don't know if anyone else has any parts to get but we could caravan there if interested. Let me know.

[— kung fu jesus —]

I would be interested to see what he has.

[—tsingson—]

Here are a few of his craisglist ads:

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/pts/3119782499.html

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/pts/3108642262.html

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/pts/3105949690.html

I was going strictly for a horn relay.