wesleyCrowbar Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 So I was talking about the Mazsaspeed miata last night and explaining to her how that one has a turbo from the factory. She asked if one can be put on ours as well. This was supposed to be the cheap car... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 18, 2016 Author Share Posted November 18, 2016 Welcome to the life 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 It's nice when SWMBO is a participant! My wife loves hers... http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/FM16%20Fri%20B%201_zps3ouai6j3.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wesleyCrowbar Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 The goal is to get her there. We're going helmet shopping after the holidays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 So, this happened today... http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0051_zpsuljvr39p.jpg http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0052_zpsol9fthjr.jpg http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0053_zpsostglrgw.jpg http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0055_zpsoe4h6myd.jpg Lots left to do, but it sure made some space in the garage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 18, 2016 Author Share Posted November 18, 2016 You have to feel great about getting it in the car. That wrinkle black valve cover looks awesome in the engine bay. I got to see my new clutch today... http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20161118_121455_zpsi8wgtvkp.jpg 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silinc3r Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 So that's what it looks like. Still haven't opened mine. Silinc3r's 05 SWP GT/Spec B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 dangit...I can't see these pics on the work computer. I can see post 903, but 905 and 906 are missing...aaaargh!!!! "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 dangit...I can't see these pics on the work computer. I can see post 903, but 905 and 906 are missing...aaaargh!!!! Does your work block photobucket? 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Just in case anyone was wondering how much faster a C6 Z06 is than a Miata... 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Well... he does have at least 3x the hp. Considering that, he looked pretty slow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 dangit...I can't see these pics on the work computer. I can see post 903, but 905 and 906 are missing...aaaargh!!!! Does your work block photobucket? Not sure, but I see the pics now at home. It's not like I'm looking at prawn or something terrible that it needs to be blocked. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Not sure, but I see the pics now at home. It's not like I'm looking at prawn or something terrible that it needs to be blocked. Car porn is still porn 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 20, 2016 Author Share Posted November 20, 2016 (edited) Free oil change today! Apparently the county waste management is still running their return a used filter for a free new filter up to $15. The oil was 'free' since I had 4+qts of partials of the same oil from other oil changes. I also bled the brakes to hold me over until I'm ready for new front pads and rotors. Three track days, one autox and some rather hard driving has burned my Stoptech street pads up. I think it's time to step up to higher temperature pad. Edited November 20, 2016 by Chris GTO TT 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Day was a success! Although I think my right front wheel bearing is on its way out. I have to sort through the gopro videos and I also prepaid for some track day photos, so those will be up later. http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20161112_144052_zpsizejcati.jpg I love this picture. Black with bronze rims is awesome. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted November 21, 2016 Author Share Posted November 21, 2016 Yeah I do too. I had originally bought these wheels for my blue NA Miata (because Subaru fan lol), but I have been really happy with how the dark bronze wheels work on the black car! 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 Put the Miata up for sale: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1990-Mazda-MX-5-Miata-NA-/112219275761?ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT#section-vehicle-glossary --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 Put the Miata up for sale: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1990-Mazda-MX-5-Miata-NA-/112219275761?ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT#section-vehicle-glossary Looks like a reasonable ask for the car... GLWS. Playing with wiring again... When I bought the MS3, my plan was to use a DiYBOB (breakout box) to adapt the universal MS3 harness to the 1.6 harness. As such, I ordered the MS3 with a 24" harness. I later decided to prune the factory chassis harness, and run a bespoke engine harness from the MS3. Of course, now 24" was too short... Fortunately, DiYAutotune sells wire bundles that match their harnesses, so it was just a matter of extending the wires. http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0073_zps3k6xtmcy.jpg Unfortunately, extending almost 80 wires is a little tedious! I used a "NASA" style splice, which is then soldered... http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0075_zpsvoobwu4x.jpg Several hours of work, but all done... except for shrink wrapping each splice. http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/VVT%20swap/DSC_0076_zps2kc4gkwh.jpg Once it's all shrink wrapped, I can start working on positioning the MS3 and laying out the harness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted December 2, 2016 Author Share Posted December 2, 2016 oh man that looks so bleeding tedious 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted December 2, 2016 Share Posted December 2, 2016 Ya think?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 Ya think?! I try not to 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 At 6'1" and slim, will I fit comfortably in one of these? EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 At 6'1" and slim, will I fit comfortably in one of these? I'm 5'10" 185 and I'm fine in mine, with a helmet on I don't fully pass the broomstick test though. It really depends on where you carry your height. I'm not sure I'd really consider a NA/NB Miata comfortable though lol. They are rough, and raw, they make lots of bad noises, but so much fun to drive. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 At 6'1" and slim, will I fit comfortably in one of these? There are plenty of people driving and racing these at 6'1", but you may have to make some modifications. As Chris said, it can depend on your build, and where you carry your height. A lot of folks do what's called a 'foamectomy' where foam is removed from the stock seat, or there are aftermarket seats to get you lower. A removeable steering wheel makes getting in and out much easier for longer legged folk, and a smaller aftermarket wheel will give more knee room. One of the first things I did on mine was to remove the arm rests, easy on an NA, not so much on an NB, but it makes the car a lot roomier. My wife and I have done week long, 2500+ mile road trips in both our NA and NC. They're certainly not in the "Lexus" category of comfortable, but it can be done. Also as Chris said, an NA is a raw, simple and noisy experience. Which is one of the reasons I like it so much! Go drive one... that's the best way to figure out if it's for you or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 (edited) Thanks for chiming in fellas. 'Comfort' defined as - will I physically fit in these cars. A noisy and raw road feel is fine with me, I do drive a LGT I'm pretty equally proportioned, which makes it tricky. Many cars leave me needing leg and head room. I've read about some modifications you ^ mentioned, and I agree I need to find one to sit in and get a real feel. I'm skeptical though. This little guy isn't far from me and has a couple modifications for room: http://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/5882878046.html Edited December 3, 2016 by BoozeRS05 EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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