/MG/- Miata General

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also craigslist edition

>1991 Mazda Miata
>158k miles
>$3900

http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/5883531362.html

>1992 Mazda Miata
>103k miles
>$2900

http://nwct.craigslist.org/cto/5882794817.html

>1992 Mazda Miata
>173k miles
>$6500

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/5878485410.html

>1992 Mazda Miata
>90k miles
>$3495

http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/5892440518.html

>1993 Mazda Miata
>151k miles
>$3500

http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/cto/5888566588.html

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>>16233666
another one

>>16233212
Is that NB Splash Green or Crystal Blue?

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Gonna pick up my first ever Miata tomorrow.

Feels good man.

>>16233923

Thats a good feel mang.

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>>16233212
>Tfw people repost my pictures
>I never asked for this
Still so ayylien to me...
>>16233886
Splash Green.

>>16233928
>Splash "Green"
Forgot muh quotation marks.

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>>16233925

It's a pretty great feel.

When test driving it I noticed that I could use a bit more head/thigh room because Miatas are pretty small and I'm a big guy 4u.

What should I do? Foamectomy? Smaller steering wheel? Thinner door panels?

The needle moves up and down while idling. When i rev it up to 2k it still sounds like the engine rpm isnt staying stable. The movement is tiny but noticeable.

Before anyone asks, i have roamed half the internet for answers. I am having a repair manual shipped to help me out.

>>16233928
I even own a Crystal Blue one and can hardly tell them apart.
Headlights seems to need some polish.

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Best possible NB year/model to look out for?
I guess anything prior to mazdaspeed since I'd need to replace all the turbo bits anyways is good?

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>>16233962
Crystal Blue is a brighter, softer color. But yeah, it does need polished.

>>16234150
good lad

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I want to buy a Miata, but I can't decide what model.
I really love the popups on the NA, but everyone says that NB is direct upgrade from NA and NB are more common so itll be easier to find good one and for less.
NC and ND are too expensive for me.
So should I get NB and learn to love it or fuck it and buy NA?
Also I'm 6'2.5ish and ofc I plan on removing the handles, sun visors and foam from drivers seat, but will I fit ok with these mods or I'll have to buy lower seats?

What do you guys think? Might cop for $4,000

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ptd/5895968639.html

>that "you'll never make your nb look like an FD" feel

>>16234829
buy nb
>convert front end to NA + jass lowpros + racing beat bumper
>convert rear to fd tail lights
>buy aftermarket hatch

>>16234232
Just get the NA. The differences between the NA and NB are slim and like 99% of the shitters here saying it's better wouldn't even be able to drive a stock NB faster than a NA.

>>16234333
you can get it for less than 4k

also im pretty sure thats the same place this dude from Haggard Garage picked up a miata.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOU2Tjc59GE

>>16235084
Yeah, it's some exclusive miata dealer located in New Hampshire. $4k feels kinda high but I don't know how these are priced in the New England area...assuming this one actually has zero rust. It looks in pretty good condition

>>16234857
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

>>16235205
cheaper than an FD

JUST

>>16235084
>>16234333
im gonna do it lads, imma go buy it tomorrow. don't know how to drive stick at all so i will have to yolo it. can i start in 2nd on a miata?

>>16235829
If you don't care about clutch, sure

>>16235829
watch this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waeOibnmuJk

then this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SQBBGb7GPI

watch both till you understand how to do it and hopefully you get the hang of it quick when you go to drive it.


anyway makes sure to take a bunch of pics of the other miatas there when you get there.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e22Bf3h-ujs

>>16233944
Foamectomy is great, I did it o ln my seat and I definitely sit lower and my legs don't hit the wheel as much

>>16233956
probably ignition coil pack

>>16234232
You can always upgrade the NA to be just as capable as an NB. It doesn't take a lot

>>16233956
Actually you might just need to calibrate your throttle position sensor. It could also be your idle air control valve

>>16233666
>>16233802
Will always look disgusting.

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Green NB with 190k km
supposedly 1 owner and full service history

think it should still be good?

What problems arise at this amount of km?

>>16237026
190km isn't that much if it's been taken care of how it should

>>16237026
I like the color

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>when you miss 4th and go into 2nd

it can't be too bad r-right?

>>16237363
happened to me when i was first learning
as long as you immediately pushed the clutch back in you should be fine

>>16237032
Any problems at all thoguh that can popping up soon?

>>16234232

NA is the true meme car. Your mother should have taught you to not half-meme.

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Did it

I got my first Miata today. Should I call the doctor? It's been far more than 4 hours by now...

>>16238307
Congrats! How much did you end up paying?

>>16237494
miata.net/faq

>>16238436
I gave the guy $3900. Some people told me that it's too much but then a lot of other people told me that $3k-$4k is a fair price for a good condition low miles NA without any rust.

It's some czech dude and he has a shit load of miatas but most of them have fucked up paint, dented, or minor rust and shit that hes selling between $1k-$2k. Tried to take pictures but it was raining.

>>16238730
well you def couldve got it for less than that. I wouldve offered $3k and work my way up but good on you lad.

post more pics of the interior and stuff when you get a chance.

I've got a question for you guys:

I'm currently planning to buy a Miata, but since I can't keep in a garage it's going to be parked outside. I live in a temperate climate zone, temperature varies from -5°C in the winter to 30°C in the summer, it also rains from time to time.

How bad a Miata (Na or NB) will rust in such weather conditions ?

Thanks.

>>16238307
JUST

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Say cheese!

>>16238307
please dont start watching haggard garage for tech tips and welding suggestions.

>>16240617
god damn it. why are all of you guys on reddit? it's the same shit in the /dbt/ threads

>>16240692
bad idea on mentioning reddit, now I know you own a 2500 squarefoot warehouse in Boston.

where u at famo also what do you do

>my business expenses are well into the millions annually

>>16240906
I am in Foxboro. I work in digital marketing so it's kind of a spend $10,000 to make $1,000 type of a deal which is why my expenses are so deceptively high. But I get a shit load of points out of it so I don't mind. Are you from the area?

>>16240998
nah im from Conneticut, but good on you getting a Miat. We New England /o/tists need to do a meet up sometime when its nice out.

http://cnj.craigslist.org/pts/5895871821.html
Really want to get this but it doesn't look like a FM because on their site it has a resonator. Does it look real?

>>16241595
For reference, I need to replace my cat for emissions so if I get this I'll get a Topspeed Pro 1 axleback and some headers later just to complete it. I know there's almost no gain in Miata exhausts so I might as well go for sound and looks instead of wasting money on little power gain

>>16233187
More like future garbage. Dude i hope you're a gay, otherwise this is beyond me

>>16241619
Yes I enjoy man meat, but what does that have to do with cars?

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>>16241619

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LADS im looking to get a miata but im kind of a retard so just making sure

this seems like a steal, no? ~$1800 USD and apparently runs well

also, am i right in thinking this is an NA?

pls advise, this seems like an opportunity too good to let go

>>16238312
underrated post

>>16242546
You should probably research the car more before going to look at one/buy one.
The repainting is suspect, it may have been in an accident. Check panel gaps and make sure everything is straight.
Otherwise, besides the price being a bit on the high side (for the US at least), if everything checks out and it drives well, maybe. Never a good idea to buy the first car you look at, though.

>>16242546
If it's a SNC, steer clear.
Trust me.

>>16242577
NZ sun probably has the highest UV penetration in the world, mx5 have a factory paint halflife of like 20 years here. Red is by far the worst.

So what oil do you guys run? Got an NB with 200k+ and its currently running Walmart brand Supertech 10w30 because the valve cover gasket leaks, but I'm replacing it over the weekend so I'm thinking about going to something better now that it won't just leak out.

Out of curiosity, what do you guys think about this Miata?

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/5898714192.html

>>16242582
its '92 so its not a short nose right? or am i mistaken

>>16242577
seems like the panel gaps are alright from the pictures but I could be wrong

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/mazda/auction-1211608929.htm

thanks 4 ur replies boys

>>16242672
>There is weird noise coming from the back of the car

dat cud b trubble

Bought ebay coilovers for my car this week. The old ones from the previous owner were shot.

Need to replace some brakes too but not sure which yet.

What are you guys doing to your cars?

>>16242680
probably just forgot to turn off skid mode

holy fuck ive never been a car guy but i was sitting in traffic behind some miata with the top down just burning rubber like a dumb cunt and [spoiler]FUCK ME he looked like he was having fun i want a supa miat[/spoiler]

>>16242727
You can do that in almost any car, btw.

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>>16242710
Just installed new headlights for it. I ended up getting Cibie 7" H4 housings and some Hella H4 bulbs. Super bright now. Getting them aimed right was kind of difficult, but the cutoff is good. Definitely worth the $100.

I also bought tabs, so that was another $85...

yo is replacing the timing belt on a miata too hard for someone with little car knowledge? will I be able to do it fairly well with google + a bit of patience? Or should I let a professional do it as to not fuck everything up.

cheers in advance

>>16242757
Do you know how a ratchet works?
Can you read instructions?

It's very easy and fuckups are hard to end catastrophically.

However, be very cautious with the crank bolt torque values if you're doing it on a 1.6/1.8.

Watch some vids, decide for yourself.

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Hey /mg/

Post you're mods list

>>16242776
painted valve cover
coilovers
phone holder on the dash

who can match me

Best from bumper to put on an nb?

>>16243134
Stock

>>16243136
but the front of nbs are ugly af

>>16243139
Weirdo

http://clubroadster.net/vb_forum/20-exterior/43785-ultimate-front-bumper-thread-nbs.html

>>16243139
>>16243141
btw, try to choose one that isn't ricer tier.

If I want a car that makes me feel like I'm going a lot faster than I actually am is a miata for me?

>>16242546
>says kilometers
>uses the word 'tyres'
>is using $ symbol

What kind of fucked up country do you live in?

>>16243151
yes

>>16243355
Are you stupid, or just plain dumb?

>>16244249
wtf is going on with that center console and dash?

>>16242776
Flyin Miata 2.5 suspension kit
14x7 RPF1
CSF aluminum radiator
Torsen LSD mounted on poly bushings

that's all the major stuff, I have done a lot of miscellaneous small mods though

>>16242776
>Jass Performance side hardtop mounts
>Garage Star delrin door bushings
>das it

I-I'm modded, right guys?

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>>16242776
>Bride Rep Seat & 4 point harness
>Painted valve cover
>15x7 wheels on 195/50 Direzzas
Literally nothing

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Built engine, big turbo, emb, intercooled, 3" exhaust, wb190hp pump, rx8 yellowtop injectors, converted to return fuel system with afpr, hks bov, twin core alum radiator with coolant reroute, 300whp@18psi.

Adjustable coilovers, motegi wheels with bfg gforce rivals, manual rack, flyin miata stage 2 clutch, 4:30 torsen.

Fun car, i would recommend.

>>16246316
good lad.

>>16246316
I bet it is, with over twice the original whp. I wish I had the finances to boost mine :(

anyone in the 613 area looking to sell?

Alright guys I am bored of my miata . How hard is a LS1 swap?

>>16246912
https://www.flyinmiata.com/V8/costsNA.php

Well here's the parts list, it's not exactly cheap

You don't need a v8 to have fun in this car, a snail is plenty

You only need about 184 hp to make a Miata have the same power to weight ratio as a MK4 Supra TT

Supra: 3450 lbs ÷ 276 hp = 12.5 hp/lb
Miata: 2300 lbs ÷ 184 hp = 12.5 hp/lb

And thats crank hp. That Boosty McGee guy above is making 300 wheel hp, which is like 350 crank hp. That's a power to weight ratio of 6.6 hp/lb. Stupid fast, more power than you need in a chassis this light. A V8 is making even more than that, with gobs of low end torque as well.

>>16246860
its 300 wheel horse so more like triple the original hp

is there any point of an automatic miata.

they are all cheaper and seem to be the least beat up

>>16247350
6spd transmission swap, auto miats are usually fully loaded special packages too, so you can save money on the torsen, and jump straight into the transmission upgrade I guess.

Jam in a hydraulic brake and a better clutch while you are down there and you are prepped for more turbo power for not such a bad price but more work, and potential unreliability based on how good your work is.

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>>16242776
Shitty Air Intake
Shitty Long Headers
No Catalytic Converter
Giant dented fartcan
Offname Racelands (NNR Coilovers)
Momo Podiums with 205/55/15 50 dollar Hankooks
Janky Foglight Install with Toyota Celica Teardrop Foglights and mounting brackets (They fit snugly into the bumper ironically)
Pink JDM Bubbleshifter
Furry Bathroom Mat seatcovers


#GayLyfe

so i'm going to check out a NA with 218k miles one the body and had a fresh engine rebuild at 186k miles for 1700$ what should i expect?

>>16247437
Clean build man, you got some quality parts going on

>>16247693
What should you expect? Idk. Post the ad

>>16247703
https://chico.craigslist.org/cto/5894068619.html
here this is the add, i'm looking at miatas expecting to need to do some fixing up on them, and would love to hear about what i should watch for

>>16247724
That car is worth $1200 at most my friend. You could find a much better miata for $1700

But when you're looking for a Miata, WATCH FOR RUST. These fucking cars are addicted to the shit. Thats about the only issue they have though. As long as it was taken care off, should be reliable

>>16247857
alright thanks for the heads up, it looks alot better than other miatas at that price tag in my area and thats why i'm interested in this one. I'm hoping that it will be pretty much rust free cars here in norcal don't rust much unless they were neglected.

>>16247437
>hot air intake
jdm tyte

>>16243355
fuck me are you ok anon

>>16233956
I would have said a simple vacuum leak, but with the throttle not being stable outside of idle raises some questions

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>>16248007
Cold side intake or nothing imo

ITBs are good too

Thoughts on this?

http://tricities.craigslist.org/cto/5888534136.html

>>16248209
>stanced

kek

>>16248209
4k at most

>>16248209
>short nose crank
>rokkor coilovers
>rimz breh

>$6500

fucking delusional

Lmao

http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/5858320323.html

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>>16248269
poor miat

>>16241938
>implying mad
i feel pity. nice projection tho

>>16248273
nah you're mad

>>16246243
Nice wheels

>>16248906
thanks senpai

Nb1 is rated at 142 hp@crank and about 125hp@wheel.

With all the above listed go fast goodies, he's about 175hp over stock.

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Just ordered and OZ M244 center cap off eBay. Couldn't find any definite answers about whether they'd fit my turbos or not, so I figured I'd just buy one to find out. Should be here by Monday, and if it does fit, I'll end up buying 3 more. I need to go by the powder coating shop near my house and get a quote to have my wheels redone, too.

Also I think I'm having an issue with my crank pulley. It's making a kind of chatter noise, but I'll fix that in the spring I guess. I don't plan on putting a lot of mileage on the car before I put it away for the winter.

>>16247232
>>16249258

>>16249294
Does it have the short nose crank? Time for a swap

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Where the car is now compared to when I started with a basic kit from begi 7 years ago is really amazing.

The first time around I was running 6 psi non intercooled with very few supporting mods and it was still way better than stock. Probably making around 150whp or less. Bolted an intercooler on it and upper boost to 10psi. Really getting fun now until my clutch started slipping.

Then I decided to pull the engine and upgrade to H beam connecting rods and got a valve job done on the head with viton valve seals. Added a new clutch, upped the boost to 15psi and holy fucking shit!

After a while it started feeling a little slow again so I upped it to 18psi and thats about all I feel is necessary.

With that much power, the car is awesome for roll ons but kinda hard to launch clean. It destroys almost everything from 20-100mph as long as I have the tires warmed up.

Pic is next to a 650whp tt 300zx, talk about fast!

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Holy fucking shit br/o/s I am beyond ass blasted right now. The Massachusetts RMV is notorious for being a pain in the fucking ass but today just takes the cake. My fucking dealer signed the title with his name instead of the dealership/business name and those faggots are making me have him get a new reassignment form and re-sign it correctly.

FML

>>16250675
youre this dude right?
>>16238307


anyway that sucks.

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>>16250675
i share your pain bro, i never get registration in one rmv visit, always two, and always because of some dumb shit

also, just installed HIDs and damn son these are bright. Much more confident night driving now, now i just have to solve the issue i'm having with water not beading properly on the windshield, severely reduces visibility during the rain

>the beam pattern is weird though? Is this normal?

>>16233212
the 92 with 90k and the 92 with 103 are both decent deals

Is there anything specifically about the components used in the Miata that make it good when it comes to handling or is that just mainly attributable to the profile of the vehicle? (small, light weight, low to the ground, etc..)

How can I increase my miata's 0-30 acceleration

>>16251384
supercharger

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>>16251488

>>16250826
Normal for sticking HIDs in the halogen projectors. That left side looks a bit crooked still.

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>>16251512

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>>16251552

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>>16251508
nah these are in projector housings, its a 2003 miats

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>>16251559

>>16234150
whip those shitties

>>16251575
Right, but they're for halogens. Halogen projectors. It works, (I have the same) but not as well as using an HID projector housing.

>>16251630
oh, i assumed projector housings were all created equal, didn't realize hids had a different kind.
any relatively easy drop-in projector housings out there?

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>australia

>>16251644
I don't think any are drop-in easy, but honestly I'm not sure, I just looked into it the other day.

Found this - https://youtu.be/cSg118Fhhqo - saw the price ~$2600 and just kinda stopped after that..

>>16251616
minnesota cuck detected

>>16250826
for the water issue, what I did was clean the glass with dish soap and water to remove any crap, then dry it and hit it with a layer of turtle wax. Let it haze over and polish it clean. Works better than rain-x and lasts up to 6 months.

>>16251316
>double wishbone suspension all around
>50/50 weight distribution so it's pretty predictable
>low center of gravity
>can fit up to 225 mm tires without touching the fenders
>LSD for better corner exit grip

the things you mentioned definitely help though. 2200-2300 is pretty light. The only thing that the miata kinda fails at in the handling department is its lack of rigidity. But it's fixable.

>>16252075
I can second this

Not sure if I should post this here or g, but has anyone tried hacking their ecu a la VW diesel? I want to do a forced induction ls swap, but live in Commiefornia. Any other creative ways to pass smog?

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>>16252473

Hey /MG/, I am a flaming homosexual and feel like buying a cute miata, anything i should know about them while test driving?

Also, if I cant find one that was not riced to shit, are there other cheap roadsters like it?

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Hey /mg/ I found this, do all miatas have this sticker? I thought this was the symbol for the m editions

What kind of gas mileage can I expect from an ITB/high compression build on a stock bottom end NB 1.8? I think it'll be a lot less hassle than a boosted build, but I'm worried about range and failed drivability.

>>16246316
Could you daily that? What kind of range are you getting out of a tank of gas?

>>16253072
>forced induction ls swap
You should be able to get a crate motor from Chebby that's already Cali compliant.

>>16253392
Yes, the door sill with "m edition" is somehow exclusive to m edition miatas. Weird

>>16253248
where do you live?

>>16253808
France, United States of Europe
Miatas under 150k km in good condition go for around 5k depending on the engine/trim

>>16253943
ah i thought you were in the US, I was going to try and help but yeah I dont know jack shit about miatas in France.

Good luck on your search tho.

>>16253949
AFAIK engines are the same, trims might be different in quantity or name

Anyway, one that is not rusting is good enough for me

>>16233802
[AUDIBLE GASP]

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>Have slow, little cheap shitbox
>visit /o/
>Watch Initial D
>find /MG/
>fall in love with miatas
>Still years off being able to afford the insurance on an mx5

the pain

>>16254191
the fuck, my insurance is only $600/year and thats with a DUI on my record

>>16254191
Just over $500/year for full coverage, could get much lower with liability only. What the hell have you done?

>>16254303
I'm 23, only had my license a year and am in the cuck kingdom (UK)

>>16253423
That's a good question for the forums. If you do anything with the injectors, expect a solid decrease in MPG.

Also the tune is vital. Carpassionchannel had a boosted 1.6 miata that gets over 30 mpg cruising on the highway and made over 250 whp. My stock 1.8 doesn't even get that

>>16254306
I used to think that England was the best country for car enthusiasts, you guys got a lot of cool cars that we didn't. Fucking insurance though. Sucks man.

>>16254191
how much is "affordable"

my first year of mx5 insurance was about £1100 fully comp which was ok all things considered

>>16254618
How do you tune a modern car for good MPG? I mean, its not like you have a carburator to fiddle with

>>16254624
The cheapest quote for me is £1800
And thats with one of those black box insurers. I wonder if they punish you for speeding..

How to make custom NB door panels?

>>16254799
Yes, they will increase your premium if you speed often i believe they aldo get acceleration(g force) readings to check how fast you go around corners

Black box insurance infringes your human rights btw
I suggest you move to france, its cheaper and just across the channel

>>16254845
I'm actually planning to move to Ireland. Too bad I hear their insurance premiums are even worse

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>>16251713

that's disgusting

>>16254852
Micks are litterally worse than belgians at driving

>>16254927
Its okay I plan on getting a place in the middle of nowhere so it will just be me, B roads and sheep waifus
only issue is shitty internet

Good evening miatagen

I'm looking for my first miata and not seeing a lot of options in my area, does this look like a good deal?

http://norfolk.craigslist.org/cto/5885853577.html

>>16255295
I'd be wondering why they're selling. New seats, top, and paint. How long are those going to last? The Pep Boys wheels too, some guy just flipping the car?

>>16254785
Program the ECU

>>16255295
$4,000 for a decent condition NA with that many miles is a little bit on the high side. It's not necessarily a terrible deal - but you could probably snipe a better buy if you were to wait a bit longer and keep looking.

>>16242750
I got some Hella E-Codes for mine a while back. they have a nice cutoff but I wish the low beam was brighter. The brights are fantastic. I've been meaning to get some more powerful bulbs and run some relays but I've yet to get around to it.

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>>16242776

>15x7 RPF1s with Direzza ZII Star Specs
>XIDA Clubsports 600/350 with NB upper shock mounts
>poly suspension bushings (regret this a bit)
>Racing Beat tubular front sway bar+rear bar delete
>StopTech brake rotors with Hawk HPS pads

>Hard Dog Hard Core single diag rollbar
>FM frame rails
>garage star delrin meme blocks
>Fujitsubo race exhaust

Oh and I powdercoated my valve cover wrinkle black.

>>16255998
I DROVE UNDER THE SECURITY GATE TO GET INTO THIS PARKING GARAGE CALL THE COPS NIGGA IDGAF

>>16255295
if you are willing to travel a bit... look here.
>>16233212

only a few hours away.

Hey fags,

So when it comes to "mods", where should I start to look? I am not happy with the performance of my brakes so I am assuming I'll need new calipers, pads, rotors, and a good bleed, right? Maybe replace the brake lines as well?

My headlights are also shit and I noticed that they even dim a bit randomly while driving so I am assuming I'll need to get some upgraded bulbs and a new alternator?

Anything else worthwhile doing? My tires are shit so I'll get some snow tires.

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>>16256193
>I'll need new calipers, pads, rotors, and a good bleed, right? Maybe replace the brake lines as well?
yes

>where should I start to look?
depends on the condition of your shitbox

>assuming I'll need to get some upgraded bulbs and a new alternator
depends on the age of your shitbox, battery, alternator etc
there could be a myriad of probs
fuse, dying bulbs, alt, batt

>Anything else worthwhile doing?
yes
use google

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>>16256193
U S E G O O G L E

>>16256254
>>16256228

Is there a de facto website Miata owners use? I know for my Ninja 250 it's ninja250.org which has extensive documentation for upgrades between the various generations but I can't find anything of the sort for Miatas. Even the few I can find, they largely exclude the early year NAs which is what I am looking for.

I have a NA but it's very rusty and has some engine problems. I don't know if I should keep it (and repair over the next year) or just sell it. Is it worth it to repair - maybe the price gets higher in near future?

>>16256290
>rusty NA
>price higher in the future

Not a chance buddy. The only value a NA has is the condition. You can literally find running NAs for sub $800 that are completely fine minus significant body rust

>>16255998
Hey I was looking into some stuff that you already have. How bad is the maintenance on the poly bushings? I'm due to change mine soon and though about going poly. How often do you need to lube them up, how easy is it? Is the ride really that bad?

Also, did the frame rails make a significant difference? What about the delrin door blocks?

>>16256268
The miata.net garage has some great articles, but most people on the forums there are fucking retarded. Grassroots motorsports has better forums.

>>16256773
To be honest I've never re-greased my bushings. They make noise though. If you wanted to take the effort it would be wise to put zerk fittings in your control arms so if you need to grease the bushes you dont need to take your suspension apart.

As far as the ride, I can't say for certain since I put in stiff springs at the same time I did the bushings, but the ride is pretty harsh. I attribute it to the bushings mostly and I kinda wish I never went poly.

The door blocks did seem to reduce NVH a decent amount. I think a lot of people mistake that reduction as actual stiffening, but I dont think they do much in that regard. The frame rails on the other hand are awesome and would definitely recommend to any miata owner. The biggest difference I noticed was high speed bumps. Highway driving is a lot smoother. Just remember it's still a miata and it's not very stiff. Big bumps and potholes are still gonna be rough.

>>16256290
what kind of engine problems? If it's small stuff, you could probably find a cheap miata with a blown motor (but with a rust free body) and throw your engine in

You could fix any oil leaks with the engine out

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>>16249294
My M244 came in today, and this thing is pretty fucking mint for $25. Hopefully I'll be able to test fit it tomorrow. Fingers crossed it fits.

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i hate this faggot

>>16257565
Stop watching the videos then.

I want to join the meme but don't know how to drive manual

Can I still play with you guys if I buy an automatic one?

>>16257790
No

Learn how to drive manual dude, it takes minutes

>>16257800
you sure? im scared.

should I jump straight into getting a manual miata (get my bro to bring it home) or get something like a starlet to learn on

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hey /o/ i bought my first miata and it is a hunk of junk, but i loved every minute of the 200 mile drive home

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>>16257857
>you sure? im scared.

honestly you sound like an underaged faggot

just watch videos on the internet/read up on it OR ask your brother to teach you for fucks sake if he knows how.

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SQBBGb7GPI

>>16257880
good lad now next time try to take a decent pic

>>16257790
good luck trying to find an automatic miata.

good luck trying to sell it when you find out youve made a huge mistake

>>16257857
Manual is easy as fuck to drive. It's standard to learn it here in Sweden, so even my grandmother drives stick.

>>16257889
i took a pic so bad to make it look as good as i could

>>16257915
>tfw my grandmother or mother doesnt even have their license or know how to drive at all

we dont live in a city/place with good public transportation either

for fucks sake. they are a burden

>>16257966
>tfw my grandmother got her miata fresh off the boat in 1990

>>16258028
not sure if youre serious but post pics of her miata if you are

>>16258033
She sold it in '97, so I don't have any pics. I'll try to remember to ask her for some next time I see her. Basically the owner of the company she worked for was buying one and she wanted one too. The thing never touched a dealership.

>>16258047
holy shit, thats awesome.

>tfw no one in my immediate family is into cars.

sigh

So i just pulled off everything between the brake calipers to the rear cross member housing in my 99 and theres so much lube, gunk and crap all over the nuts and bolts

How do i go about cleaning all of these? Do i use some shitty degreaser and give em a wash n scrub with some water and a wire brush for the little bits of rust?

>>16258172
Stop being a little bitch, scrub it with scotchbrite and soapy water.

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>>16233187
Looks like my fd over there

>>16258205
can i be a little bitch about coating them? or are they fine to screw back in like a dry nun's cunt

>>16258238
You should find the stock spoiler to put on it imo

>>16257857
Jesus Christ just look for a driving school and pay for a couple of hours of instruction

>>16258172
>How do i go about cleaning all of these? Do i use some shitty degreaser and give em a wash n scrub with some water and a wire brush for the little bits of rust?

Sounds good to me. Just spray em with wd40 or something so they don't rust again

>>16258348
coating them in wd40 as i use a torque wrench to screm em, is this a good idea? will it throw off the torque wrench?

>>16258407
It doesn't matter that much

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>>16254191

>being poor

Get a job you NEET, miotos are cheap

>>16242776
Mods I've done since car was purchased
>OEM Hardtop
>OEM Seatbelt tower bar
>15x8 6ULs
>225/45r15 BFG Rivals
>FM front & rear torsion bars
>Maruha S.S. Brake lines
>1.8 Brake setup
>GS Frame rails
>Bilstein shocks, Eibach springs, GC sleeves, FCM bumpstops
>ES poly bushings w/ SadFab bronze retrofit
>Radiator from Automatic 1.6 Miata

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>TFW Volk TE37 15x7 and not TE37 Sonic 16x8

>>16258522
>Automatic

>>16258461
Its not that the car is too expensive, its that I don't drive enough to justify the high insurance
90% of my drives are midnight snack runs

>Trying to screw my car
>Everything's stuck

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bump it

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>>16259002

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>>16259004

Which has the most spacious interior, NA, NB, NC?

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>>16259034
Newest one

>>16259038
whats so funny gook

>>16258775
Yes, I put a radiator from an automatic 1.6 into my manual 1.6. The radiator from an automatic Miata has a larger coolant capacity versus manual.

I just had to buy a $2 hose to connect the inlet and outlet fittings that would run coolant to the transmission in an auto Miata.

I wasn't going to pass up a barely used radiator for $40 + a hose.

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>>16248088
is that a custom cold side intake? if not, who's it produced by?


where my florida fags at?

Post beautiful NBs for my folder pls

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miatas with speed stripes y/n?

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>>16259985

post more

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>>16260015
I dont have more stripes

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>>16260019

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>>16260053

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>>16260060

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>>16260061
last one ;3

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/mg/ I need some l33t ABS pro to tell me what to do:

>own NB miata (2001)
>ABS light always on
>stick some wire in the TBS and ground connections in the diagnostic module
>returns ABS error code 14
>"Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Open circuit or Short to power supply"

Basically my wheel speed sensor is either fucked or the connection to it is fucked, and its causing the ABS light to remain on. I'm planning on first checking the connection, and if that isn't the problem, getting a replacement sensor.

Am I doing it right?

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I was suppose to replace my diff and tranny fluid today, but the dumb fuck owner that had this car before me never put anti seize on anything. I cannot get the tranny fill plug out not even with a wrench and my 12 inch adjustable wrench is to fucking big.

what can I use to get the plug off besides soaking it for the night in kroil

>>16260314
Yeah that's right. If you have a multimeter and a wiring diagram you could check the continuity of the circuit.

>>16259985
No

>>16259336
I believe it's custom. A guy was selling it on a miata classifieds page. With a mspnp1, racing beat header, cat delete, catback, cold side intake, maf delete, NB1 injectors he made 116 whp 107 tq, up from about 100 whp stock.

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So I'm really debating on buying this Miata. It's a 1 owner 1996 with 72k miles, fully loaded with leather and a hard top. Guy has a full set of service receipts that come with the car as well. He only wants $3800 after I negotiated him down, he's selling it because he's retiring to Florida (go figure).

The only issue is that it's red, aka the worst color for NAs. Is it worth even considering the car if I'm never going to be happy with the color?

>>16260601
get a respray?

so I've driven my ND for about 6 months now and while it's fun, I have some gripes about it:
>squishy brake pedal under anything more than light use
>lots of body roll
>thin tires
what should I dump money into first? I would normally go wheels/tires, but the body roll would only get worse.

>>16260740
Change the brake fluid, I don't know what to get but I know that there are those that hardly compress or expand.
Get new swaybars, will reduce the body-roll a lot and make it feel more responsive.

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>>16259916

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>>16259916
>tfw no 15x10 with 245/40r15

>>16261524
how many of these dark green nb's were produced? i almost never see them on cl

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I did it guys. My first car. 1993 Mazda Miata with 221k Miles. Paint is amazing for being older than me, only 1 ding and some chips. Soft top has rear glass, Top itself is nice and not torn or damaged, just a bit dirty. Rims need to go and tires need to be changed. Carpet is good. Overall for 2500$ I think I did well.

>>16260601
Wtf dude buy that shit and then wrap it with all the money you saved

>>16260740
Braided lines and good pads will make all the difference. Plus some hi temp brake fluid

Imo suspension should be upgraded before tires for the reason you mentioned. Grippy tires with stock suspension makes for some wild handling

>>16261537
>221k miles
I always forget how big America is and the distances you have to travel
I've never even heard of a car with over 200k miles

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Anyone tried to incorporate their car into their homes or yards?

>>16261597
that's less than 10k miles per year which isn't uncommon even on the small island i live on (uk)

>>16261636
Oh yea I guess so

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>>16261630
It's not pretty enough.

>>16261636
My DD has made 10k miles in 5 years.
Living in a small city is nice

Alright lads, I've spent all day driving around the new whip and I gotta say this is the most fun I've had in a car. I know the 1.6 NAs are supposed to be slow but I think my perception of speed is shit because of how many short shifting automatics I've driven in my life. You bang out second gear and you're going 60. Not bad

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>>16261930
enjoy it m8

>>16261564
That's still not going to look right, I should just hold off until a white or montego blue of similar condition/price pops up.

I've been looking for 6 months, what's another 6 months?

>>16262072
Goals

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>Picking up a FM 2.5" midpipe next week
>Replacing valve cover gasket to fix oil leak
>tfw

>>16263461
I loved replacing my valve cover gasket. It was pretty much plastic.

>>16263504
Any tips? Never done one before, it's on an NB. I'm just glad to finally be able to get rid of the leak

Help guyz

I'm attaching a new rear crossmember to the body in my 99 nb

What are the torque specs for the 4 nuts and the 2 frakenstien bolts? I'm batshit scared if it'll fall out on a pot hole or something

>>16263519
Just follow the guide on miata.net and you should be fine. My cover was actually really fucking clean so I barely had to do anything. If your gasket is as bad as mine was, make sure you use something plastic to scrape it off the cover, just try not to get any bits of it in the engine.

>>16263609
69-86 ft-lbs for the 4 bolts, 87-101 for the 2 nuts.

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neat

>>16263685
Thanks bud

Now uh, i just found out my torque wrench won't even click. Reckon i've been sold a dud so how bad of an idea is it to do these by hand?

>>16263791
Is there anywhere to buy this, or is it a one-off thing?

>>16263822
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw2_0Dt-eI0

>>16263819
You'll be fine, probably... I don't use a torque wrench very often and my car hasn't fallen apart yet.

>>16263828
probably this combined with a bluetooth module and a custom app to control it

>>16263822
You can hook up an arduino and control it from the headlight button itself instead of a stupid app.

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>>16233187
My winter setup

So when i removed the differential, i had to knock out the bolts in the top spacer in my nb

I don't have any clamps to put them back in and theres like no angle to get a hammer on top

How do i reattach this shit??

>>16263909
how do you think it communicates with the app ya dingus

>>16263791
but wheres the wink button

>>16256254
beavis what are you doing here

>>16264426
I'm a fuckwit, made a 15 min job 2 hours of fiddling......
Spacers shoulda went first

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Ever feel like you're missing something? I don't recognise this

>>16260601
That is a pretty good deal and honestly. The later year NAs with the 1.8 are currently the best buy and most sought after, I think. I also think you are just being a faggot about the color. Red is completely fine. It's not my favorite color either but it isn't that big of a deal. You don't even have many other options so just re-spray it if you really want to although you would retain more value by just leaving it red.

>>16264999
Probably the PPTF frame bolt or the upper front control arm.

>>16251488
>>16251494

This makes me want to paint my hardtop white. White on green would be pretty nice. Yellow is too obvious.

>>16265139
Red

>>16265173

Why? It doesnt fit at all.

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Just bought her a few weeks ago

>>16265189

Nice. Now garage it and give it to your son to sell it.

>>16265176
If it's British Racing Green then a solid red hardtop would go good with it.

>>16265137
Thats the thing
I've just slapped both ppf bolts into the diff. The front isnt part of the project
Could it have something to do with the drive shaft?

>>16265139
>>16265173
>>16265176
>>16265344
>hard top painted any colour other than black or the same as the rest of the car
Give me photo example of this working because I cant imagine it not looking retarded

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>>16265025
This is what it looks like, it has a dent since something fell over on it in the garage, but other than that it's mint. 100% stock minus the chrome style bar that every old person adds to their Miata.

I guess I'll just live with it, I don't think I'll find one like this elsewhere.

>>16264999
Looks like diff ppf bolt

>>16265189
took me 10 seconds to realize it wasnt a bmw with an mx5 sticker

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>>16265189
GT trim? also I wish Mazda did a better job on the paint, I can't stop seeing the orange peel on mine.

>>16265724

Just fix the dents and get a wrap

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hey /mg/ is there anything missing this is a 92

>>16265954
Missing heat shield for header. Looks like one of the hoses in the back has been recirculated or cut off. Besides that it looks dirty as shit.

>>16265974
thanks is the heat sheild needed? and the hose do you know what it possibly could go to?

>>16265954
Oil pressure

>>16265974
that kinked hose is also triggering me

>>16265974
Not him but tips for cleaning a miata engine?

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>>16265954

>>16260060
that rollbar that fitment and that paint is desktop wallpaper material

>>16266574
Just search miata on flickr theres tons of cute miats

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>>16266581

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>>16266574
wallpap

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>>16266581
i think my miat is cute

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>>16266621

>>16266621
What a dream miat!
White is my favorite colour for NAs
also like the anal beads on the rear view mirror

>>16266621
>>16266624
where to get rear bumper?

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>>16266625
thx
>>16266629
it's an OEM bumper that I had the body shop guy cut when it was being repaired after it was rear ended

it's super easy to do on your own with an angle grinder and cutting disc
plan the cut out with painters tape, then follow it

>>16266092
Simplegreen and brushes

>>16266637
>OEM bumper
So its a stock part? why did it have to be cut im confus

>>16266712
Aesthetics and negligible drag reduction

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>>16266712
some people will say it affords better airflow or some bullshit, but i just had it done because i like the look.

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thoughts on tan roofs?
also new thread when

>>16266760
Tan roof + green paint is great
I'm a little biased tho

>>16266760
Tan is uggo

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>>16266770
what about purple

>>16266857
>tfw only other mx5 owner ive known in person was a 56 year old woman

>>16266760
White, green, and black miats go best with tan roofs.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/5900022515.html
I've never wanted a car so bad in my life. What do I offer? I have an 04 accord with 180k miles in tip top shape. Should i?

>>16266933
Did you post the right craigslist link?

>>16266948
100% serious what do you guys think?

>>16265745
yup it's a GT Trim.

>>16266933
>selling because gf can't reach the pedals and she needs a car to drive
What the fuck, is she a midget?

Owner must be a cuck as well, so low ball him and tell him that's the best offer he'll get.

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>>16266857
My friend has a purple one lol

>>16267333
What should I offer? I only have a car to trade. My car was worth 6k is that good?

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>>16267370

>>16267383
>https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/5900022515.html
I would offer 2750