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Initial B
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Добавлен 15 дек 2009
I love a good car project. Usually Japanese performance cars. Content includes track days from my Legacy GTB, the subsequent single turbo conversion and my past Mazda Mk 1 Mx5 which cost me far too much! There is also past footage of a much loved Honda Civic Type R FN2.
The channel includes how-to videos and performance related subjects as I continue to upgrade (or fix) my cars.
The mx5 was my track car, but its gone now. The Subaru legacy is my performance car, sometimes the daily driver too. I've loved Subaru's since I was a teen so Subaru's will always be part of this channel. Hopefully on track.
I also review cars that i find interesting, or have ended up owning.
Content is edited by my friend Craig and filmed by myself Ben.
The channel includes how-to videos and performance related subjects as I continue to upgrade (or fix) my cars.
The mx5 was my track car, but its gone now. The Subaru legacy is my performance car, sometimes the daily driver too. I've loved Subaru's since I was a teen so Subaru's will always be part of this channel. Hopefully on track.
I also review cars that i find interesting, or have ended up owning.
Content is edited by my friend Craig and filmed by myself Ben.
Behind the Scenes at Initial B - Donington
We thought for this video it might be fun just to share some of the behind the scenes footage from the last track day in May 2024.
For this track day, Ben took his MX-5 around Donington, whilst Craig walked around the track trying to get footage with his phone.
There haven't been many modifications to the car at this point it is fairly standard other than some upgraded brake pads and a better coolant tank.
Like and sub please help me to get to 2k subscribers!
For this track day, Ben took his MX-5 around Donington, whilst Craig walked around the track trying to get footage with his phone.
There haven't been many modifications to the car at this point it is fairly standard other than some upgraded brake pads and a better coolant tank.
Like and sub please help me to get to 2k subscribers!
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Donington Park Supercars on track - Real Life Gran Turismo- CINEMATIC 4k
Просмотров 69Месяц назад
A Cinematic Memory of another Epic trackday at Donington Park! Inspired by the “Replay” mode in gran turismo or Forza Motorsport Always amazing the amount of supercars and race cars on a trackday. From the view of our R53 Mini Cooper S and a Stock NC mx5 miata there are some really cool cars that you can experience up close and personal. Not every day you’ll get a challenge Ferrari outbrake you...
Top Mods for £500 -with Bofi racing giveaway! Mazda Mx5 NC (Miata) - Fit and Review
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.2 месяца назад
Modifications fitted to Mazda Mx-5 NC. How to improve the look of your Mazda Miata. - Fit and Test Drive - New Ducktail spoiler - New Diffuser - Braided brake lines (HEL) - New Splitter - Anti Roll Bar Upgrade (RX-8)
Testing Lanoguard on my NC MX5 - is it worth the investment and how easy is it to apply? Full Review
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.3 месяца назад
Rust treatment on my Mk3 MX5 using Lanoguard.
2024s Best Budget Sports car - MX-5 NC NC2 Review (Mk3) - Miata
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.4 месяца назад
A review of the Mazda MX-5 NC2. This is my 2011, 2.0 litre petrol MX5. In this video I discuss the exterior, interior and driving experience of the MX5. I have the convertible MX5 model with a hard-top called the prht which do prefer in this model. The exact one is stock and doesn’t have the sports suspension or any optional extras other than what’s with the kendo edition. Oddly it has the 5 sp...
Mazda MX5 NC Coolant Tank- Essential Cooling Fix for a Major Flaw
Просмотров 6505 месяцев назад
Mazda MX5 NC Essential Cooling Mod & Air Filter Change The 2005 to 2014 mx5 mk3 or NC has a small issue with the cooling system, which a lot of modern cars like the R53 mini also have, which is a plastic coolant res tank which split when aged due to the heat cycles I bought a reasonably cheap aluminium coolant tank off eBay and I’m really pleased with it. This will stop the NC randomly leaking ...
Mini Countryman R60 Full Service Guide
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Mini Countryman R60 Full Service Guide A full service retailing at £280 pound can be done at home for less than 100 including tools! This guide is the same for all the R series cooper S minis, but this specifically is the R60 countryman, In this video I change my air filter, the oil, oil filter, and the pollen filter, which isn’t usually included in a ‘full service’. All goes well for good main...
Kawasaki Z1000 Servicing Gen 1 - How to Guide
Просмотров 6576 месяцев назад
A simple guide on servicing my Kawasaki Z1000, Nothing hard in this video, just easy and quite relaxing work on a bike I love. Any questions please let me know, and yes I know the bikes rough, that’s how I bought it but it’s work in progress! - Initial B - I’m no mechanic , so this is just a guide, I cannot take responsibility for any mistakes made
Top 5 Subaru Mods that are a Waste of Money - Initial B
Просмотров 5278 месяцев назад
Here I walk-through 5 car modifications that were not a good idea. I explain what the mods are, how they work, and why to avoid them. All modifications are relevant to my Subaru Legacy GTB but suit most EJ20 Subarus The BH5 legacy is a complex design and not all standard turbo modifications suit this car. So I’ve used my previous 3 years experience with this epic car to explain some mods I woul...
Proof! An Exhaust makes you faster! Mx5 1.8 NB-- dragy tested - cobalt /japspeed exhaust- initial b
Просмотров 1958 месяцев назад
In this video I (Initial B) fit a new aftermarket exhaust to my Mazda Mk2 MX5 1.8. Once its fitted, i use my dragy to test the 20-70MPH times. I do this before and after fitting the exhaust. Although some of the launches weren't that great,I managed to beat my best time using the new exhaust. This video proves the gains using actual evidence from my GPS Dragy I’m not sure if this if the old sty...
5 Essential Tips When Buying A Used Motorbike
Просмотров 5088 месяцев назад
Buying a used motorbike doesn't have to be stressful or complicated if you know what signs to look for. In this video, I go through 5 areas of what to look out for and what some of the signs mean. These tips will help you avoid buying a nail and could save you lots of money! I ended up buying this nail of a z1000 but that’s so I can do some more videos as I become more acquainted with it. I’ve ...
Mx5 mk2 NB 1.8 - Review and first impressions - Initial B
Просмотров 24510 месяцев назад
Mazda MX5 NB 1.8 Here is my first video of my new car the Mazda mx5 mk2. I take it out for a drive on some country roads and back lanes. I discuss the ups and downs that i've found so far on the car. Its currently more or less standard, and i'm looking to make this into a track weapon. I need your help and ideas please comment!
£100 Subaru Catch Can Install and Track tested! - Initial B
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.11 месяцев назад
For 100 pounds you can fit a basic but fully functional breather system and catch can to stop oil and water getting thrown back into the intake system and lowering the octane rating of the petrol. With oil vapours being mixed with the fuel it can lower the octane of the fuel, add that to the extra heat on track and predet is a real risk . My last video highlighted quite a bad oiling issue on th...
Mini- R56 , R60, A Simple Way To Diagnose a Misfire
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Год назад
A Simple Way To Diagnose a Misfire. Carried out on my Mini Countryman Petrol. Also applies to most cars and definitely to Mini R53 R56 R60
Front Bumper Removal tutorial and Air con Condenser Replacement - Mini Countryman R60
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.Год назад
How to remove the Mini Countryman 2010 Front Bumper, and to remove and replace the AC condenser. Step by step guide. This works for all 2010 to 2016 mini countryman’s all with the R designation
Big Spin, Near Misses, Oil leaks - Donington GP - SEASON FINALE!
Просмотров 801Год назад
Big Spin, Near Misses, Oil leaks - Donington GP - SEASON FINALE!
Volume Up! 400bhp in the countryside - Raw Subaru Sound
Просмотров 15 тыс.Год назад
Volume Up! 400bhp in the countryside - Raw Subaru Sound
Honda Hornet 900 - A Review a year later- cb900 - Initial b
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
Honda Hornet 900 - A Review a year later- cb900 - Initial b
Japshow Santapod 2023 - Epic JDM Cars, Drifting, Drag Races, Stunts - Initial B
Просмотров 183Год назад
Japshow Santapod 2023 - Epic JDM Cars, Drifting, Drag Races, Stunts - Initial B
Subaru legacy Gtb single turbo review- 400bhp - Initial B
Просмотров 3,9 тыс.Год назад
Subaru legacy Gtb single turbo review- 400bhp - Initial B
A Modern Key for an Old Legacy - How to Program a New Key Fob for a JDM Subaru - Initial B
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A Modern Key for an Old Legacy - How to Program a New Key Fob for a JDM Subaru - Initial B
Building My Legacy STI in 10 Minutes
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Building My Legacy STI in 10 Minutes
Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5 - Frequently Asked Questions - Initial b
Просмотров 20 тыс.Год назад
Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5 - Frequently Asked Questions - Initial b
Fitting A New Engine (EJ21) - Subaru Legacy GTB Project - Initial b
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Fitting A New Engine (EJ21) - Subaru Legacy GTB Project - Initial b
How to build a reliable Subaru! 2.1 stroker EJ20 - Full Build Review + Specs with Scooby Solutions
Просмотров 8 тыс.Год назад
How to build a reliable Subaru! 2.1 stroker EJ20 - Full Build Review Specs with Scooby Solutions
Honda Hornet 900 - Review - cb900 -Initial b
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Honda Hornet 900 - Review - cb900 -Initial b
Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5 - Luxury From Japan - A Review
Просмотров 25 тыс.2 года назад
Nissan Elgrand E51 3.5 - Luxury From Japan - A Review
Nissan Elgrand e51 Parking Brake Replacement (Handbrake)
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.2 года назад
Nissan Elgrand e51 Parking Brake Replacement (Handbrake)
Rebuilding A Legacy Series - Episode 1 | Removing the Engine | Subaru Legacy GTB Build
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Rebuilding A Legacy Series - Episode 1 | Removing the Engine | Subaru Legacy GTB Build
Subaru Legacy GTB Single Turbo Conversion Parts List - Initial b
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.2 года назад
Subaru Legacy GTB Single Turbo Conversion Parts List - Initial b
I want that splitter
Cool vid.
I think the NC are the best all around MX5's
Is Automatic transmission bad in legacys? I might buy one
@@Schraster no not at all. Just makes for a different sort of car
What parking brake shoes, they completely fu...d, any wonder the parking brake doesn't work.
Looking really good, however don't you want more noise 🤔
@@scottsheard2281 it’s coming! Unfortunately the prototype I’ve got didn’t fit first time so waiting on the manufacturer
Or just leave the PCV connection alone and just connect the valve cover breathers to the catch can. It's only the oil that gets sucked into the engine under boost that matters, and that all comes from the valve cover breathers.
I installed the Moroso and have now done 4000 km throughout Europe with no problems whatsoever.
Awesome splitter!
Did the replacement today. Your video made is very straightforward. Many thanks for taking the time to post it. 👍
@@huwreed687 awesome man. Glad it’s of use!
“Launch control” yeah ok 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@@Skizm_admin what do you mean?
Hi mate,, nice video. How come my mini looks different in the engine bay. The air filter is different type and the oil filter is different location. Is the one you working on in the video a sport version?
@@spudo133 ah yeah this is the cooper S, in all honesty I didn’t think the non turbo version would be much different thanks for the info though
@@InitialB Fair enough. Well done video non the less. Yeah its different maybe its because the turbo needs a bigger intake.
Heater seats - on and off - no, the five stages are awesome! And I enjoy your review, but my NC2 with a Cobra race exhaust sonuds so much nicer - all MX5's need the stock exhaust replaced
@@jedigrawlfang haha cheers man, yeah I’ve got an M2 motorsport exhaust on it now. Sounds great
how’s the drone with this setup?
@@khoellebasnight4428 tbh, barely any drone cause the rumble is abit offbeat it’s not bad.
will this method work with ANY subaru keyfob in the world for my 99 GT-B ?
Erm I don’t see why not, but I couldn’t say for sure sorry
I'm in need of some help to carry on a bit further with the disassembly of my 2015 Countryman I need to remove the radiator and fan assembly for repairs. Any assistance appreciated! I can't find any radiator removal videos on this model. The ones I've found have been on 2013 and earlier models, which are different from this.
@@davidsalzman6677 wish I could help you there, hopefully as little work as I can get away with on this car haha.
Why would any man have pink calipers???
@@AquaStevae why would a man not?
great video, and really appreciate that you still reply to people after all this time! one Question though, it kinda looked like you still had the lower arms attached? I'm struggling to even get an offset spanner into the bolts, let alone a socket because the axle bulb is in the way.. is that just an angle thing on the vid? do you trhink you would have taken the lower arms off to swing out the hub?
Cheers man. I’m actually disappointed in myself on how I could have shown more. But this was early days. But, no I left the arms attached. What you see in the video is all I did. I think the socket I had is quite a thin walled socket .
Nice
Great video, nice editing i must say and i love the nc. Amazing!
Cheers man. Get horrible views on these videos but good memories for me. Glad you enjoyed it
@@InitialB No problem, i really dont know why it doesnt get a lot of views... I like it
What type a suspension you running bro
@@jundecader4278 really sorry but I don’t remember exactly , I think it was xyz coil overs though .
Great video,thank you
Hello mate. Do you remember what size socket for the axle nut.
Sorry I don’t, Will be a 27,28 or 32. I know that’s not much help though sorry.
32mm for the E51 rear, need a deep one, but didnt need Extra deep. Going through it myself right now! seen a few methods for locking the axle in place while you turn it, but for me, putting the disc back on, then the caliper and using a screwdriver in the middle of the disc helped a lot..
I love these but do they do them with a manual gear box
No they don’t do a manual version, tbh, the auto suits it a lot though
@@InitialB Thanks for your quick response
Great video, NC is awesome with a few Mods, addding some to mine atm
What you going for?
@@InitialB I'm not sure, I don't wanna go too far, I've done the same ducktail, I've done an after market grille, and done a few mechanical bits, got meister Rs ready to go on as well but not sure when to end 😭
@@ollypricegaming2233 manifold is a good one I keep hearing
I get mine Tuesday so excited such a good car
You’ll have some experiences mate!
@@InitialB keen as
Here from Australia with a NC1
Iv tried every possible way to program my rev c, nothing works. Im starting to think theres something else going on
Thank you very much for this excellent video! We wouldn't have done it on my mini Paceman (same front like the countryman) without it! Just a warning for others: if you have a JCW version, the turbocooler is way bigger and you'll need to remove the hole front bumper (the big metal part) and the turbocooler-holder on both sides, so the new pipes will fit. And like someone else wrote: you don't need to remove the headlights. Again, thank you so so much!
No worries, glad it was helpful
Nice! You sound like you from chez? Cheap mani on now free some cheap power up
Oof chesterfield, not a bad guess, not sure if I’m offended though lol. I’m from derby and Nottingham so abit of a mix. And yes got a nice mani in the shed but there’s a reason I can’t fit that yet
Do you have a full video series on this i have a twin turbo i want to convert to single turbo. Your videos are mind blowing and i want to try this please,,
Yes mate, all of them are numbered , part 1,2 etc. I’ve covered pretty much everything on this car so hope it’s helpful man!
i want to convert my twin turbo legacy GT Bh5 2001 model. to parallel is it possible plus parallel turbo instead of sequential.
Yeah that’s possible, there is a guide online that I’ve seen but I don’t recall what to do
Any idea if there is a headlight buzzer , if i forget to switch off the lights ?
I don’t remember it being a problem to leave the lights on, they’ll go off automatically if I remember correctly.
@@InitialB After how long ? I would like to test it
@@marshaldesilva2798 I thought they went off as soon as you turn the key off
@@InitialB no they don’t unfortunately
Hmmmm, we could use that splitter on the performance Link Cammed 2.5 swap car we use for taking customers to get coffee lol 😜
I hope if that's pushing 400BHP that you got forced internals. Otherwise you're going to be looking at an entire rebuild very soon! Ask me how I know.
Yeah, it’s 408bhp. When I ran 360 it blew up. Now it’s a 2.1 stroker.
@@InitialB Not surprised. Non-forged parts don't like tons of power. ~325BHP is about your limit for EJ208's (stock).
Thanks for the vid. Nice car too! ...from a fellow mx5 owner....
Great looking wee car. Where did you source the splitter, duck tail etc?
The splitter and diffuser was from Bofi racing. And the spoiler is a company called miracle grp on eBay.
looks fire
Cheers man!
How is it holding up so far? I’ve been looking for a metal tank, but the DaveFab and Moroso one are pretty expensive but more used. How is the quality? Im a bit nervous when it comes to Ebay stuff that is not widely known.
It’s as good as new. Done a trackday and about 3000miles
Liked and subscribed. Love my nc2 mx5...
This is 15 yrs old by now? Hows the rust on it?
One arch has a slight flake on the edge that’s been treated now and the arms are all crusty. But nothing else on the shell
Sorry for the question but did you swap the harness too?
I used my stock harness, there is a video on what wiring mods you need to do if you run the link ecu.
@@InitialB cool💯💯 thank you bro I appreciate the advice and love the leggy 💯 that's a tuff car
Makes me miss my legacy 😭😭
Feeling that mate
Can that head unit be swapped into a series 2 ?
As far as I know it cannot, because the s3 uses software that’s in the e52. It’s a completely different system
This information was exactly what I was looking for.
Great stuff, glad it’s helpful!
Very cool car, It just so happens that I also have one of them 🫡
Enjoy it man!
Great video, would love the splitter for my nc.
Lovely car ....watch it though when you say youre playing
Great wee video Just bought one a month ago I am now officially an MX5 owner YASS! Only thing is I’m in Scotland and there’s no mx5 specialists in Scotland So looks like I’ll have to travel sometimes for my Mods 🤙🤙
Welcome to ownership man, hope you get some good use from it! Enjoy
Great video, some inspiration to pull my own finger out and get an engine build for my BP5