KartRacerBoy Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 I must be the only one that hates how spokes are proud of the wheel rim and cast indented or proud words on the rim. Just more places to clean brake dust! Does look cool when new, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 The spokes on the 6ULs do not protrude past the wheel rim (I think that's what you meant?), which was one reason I held out for these. Konig and Avanti have some nice 15x9s on the market, but both have spokes that protrude. http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/DSC_1094_zpsxq2aeabm.jpg Now I'm just waiting for Discount Tire's Labor Day sale to order some NT-01s... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 I meant protude past the inner lip. Makes the spokes look longer but then you have those little corners where brake dust accumulates. Like where the tire stem protrudes out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Ah... I see what you mean now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 I HATE cleaning wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 19, 2015 Author Share Posted August 19, 2015 The spokes on the 6ULs do not protrude past the wheel rim (I think that's what you meant?), which was one reason I held out for these. Konig and Avanti have some nice 15x9s on the market, but both have spokes that protrude. http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y185/RodanAZ/Miata/DSC_1094_zpsxq2aeabm.jpg Now I'm just waiting for Discount Tire's Labor Day sale to order some NT-01s... I wanted 6UL's more than the Jongbloed but couldn't justify the extra $250 for em. I'm just not a good enough driver for it. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZZMAN Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 NA, NB, looking for a low milage NC (white), ND. The NA next to my "forever project car" '06 SpecB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 They aren't pokemon.... 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GipsySpec.B Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I still find the NB to be the most attractive in styling although the new ND is pretty MAD and super freaking tiny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 I like them all for different reasons. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 The first is still the best styling wise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 the styling of the NA has held up pretty well... I'm always amazed at how many people think my NA is a late model car. Their surprise when I tell them its 23 years old is priceless. I do have an irrational urge to by an NB, just so I can have one of each (well, 3 of 4 now...). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I would love to have one of each, but I would be happy just adding an ND to the collection. The NB does nothing for me. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Gotta agree. The second gen was meh. I like the first and third for looks, but I've read the 4th gen is great. A return to the first gen, but me no like the looks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 It looks good in person (in darker colors), but the interior is really small... they pushed the seats together compared to the NC to make the car smaller. Less shoulder room, and less side to side leg room. I already get uncomfortable in the NC on longer drives, so the ND wouldn't cut it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 (edited) I would love to have one of each, but I would be happy just adding an ND to the collection. The NB does nothing for me. I actually prefer the look of the NB2 with wide wheels over the NA. NB1 just is funky http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150725_131525_zps8gvjybdf.jpg http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150725_131511_zpsao6eielu.jpg Edited August 20, 2015 by Chris GTO TT 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 The first gen has, um, Elan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 20, 2015 Author Share Posted August 20, 2015 You say that like it's a good thing... Like all cars with pop-up headlights they look great until you need to drive at night, then they look stupid as hell. This coming from a guy who has owned as many cars with pop-up headlights as with fixed headlights. 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Don't get all pissy. Own what you want. I'm just giving my opinion. You are under no obligation to agree with me despite the obvious veracity of my views. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodan Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Like all cars with pop-up headlights they look great until you need to drive at night, then they look stupid as hell. I hate driving the NA at night for that very reason! That, and the headlights screw up the airflow over the hood and make it more turbulent in the cockpit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Yes they tried to bring back the NA which is ok in my book. I still have to see one in person. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I hate driving the NA at night for that very reason! That, and the headlights screw up the airflow over the hood and make it more turbulent in the cockpit. I actually love the pop-up headlights. It is a retro car after all. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated bucko3the7man Posted August 21, 2015 I Donated Share Posted August 21, 2015 Huge fan of pop up headlights Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartRacerBoy Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 neandertal. In terms of looks, I would rate them (best to worst) NA, NC, ND, NB. But none of them are ugly. I just think the second gen looks a too long for its width. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris GTO TT Posted August 23, 2015 Author Share Posted August 23, 2015 Installed the roll hoop today! http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150822_190648_zpsam75bicb.jpg http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag459/christobal65/Miata%20Stuff/IMG_20150822_190658_zpsvelduuik.jpg 2003 Baja 5MT 2016 Outback 2.5i Premium w/Eyesight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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