I wish I would’ve known you needed head studs, Chrysler 2.2 arp studs are a direct upgrade from the Miata arp head studs. Also, FAB9Tuning has a stud kit that far superior to the arp variant.
I didn’t even really NEED head studs as my bottom end is still stock. I read that the factory head bolts are TTY, so they shouldn’t be reused. I actually had an order placed for the Fab9 kit, but after 3 weeks of waiting, they kept giving me the same answer, “we have some on the way”, that’s when I saw the ARP kit pop up so I snagged them.
Yes Separate video on the turbo coolant and oil lines please. My Kraken kit is on order and I opted to get the kraken lines since it would be easier but have really been thinking about grabbing some flyin Miata ones too. Was there anything wrong with the Kraken line?
@@aafmirq777 Nothing wrong with them, they’re actually pretty decent lines. BUT the FM kit is just nicer. Has much nicer hose clamps, hose is made of 2 different materials, and comes with heat sleeving. The clamp I used on the kraken lines, since it’s so close to the turbine housing, actually ended up melting the lines a bit, and eventually caused a coolant leak. I spent like $15 more on the FM oil drain and coolant lines than I did the oil feed, oil drain, coolant lines, and drill bit + tap from Kraken. I’m still running their oil feed, no complaints about that. I just like the heat sleeving on the FM stuff.
Whatd you do my guy lol? Goodluck fixing it. My car is running now, got her idling, getting tuned late February! Hoping for 275-300 whp on stock 5 speed!
It's just one thing after another... Hope you are running some forgiving tires. If that's your weak point it could last a good bit. Im running 200TW tires, but will be going to something less sticky, if the tires are breaking loose, then I'm HOPING I won't grenade the tranny lol
So many ups and downs. Saw the latest video too. Sorry man. Can you share your process on how you cleaned your deck up in preparation for the new MLS? I'm prepping to slap mine together.
A lot of elbow grease. To get the majority of it off I use a razor blade, but hold it perpendicular to the surface. Then use some brake cleaner, maybe even followed by a bristle disc or a brass wire disc.
Damn bro, I know that feeling
It’s always something lol
Just watched all of your turbo videos. Loved them. Very informative and clear. Will definitely be useful when i turbo my miata !!
Thank you! I have some driving videos coming soon!
Scouting eBay for stuff that you can’t find. Smart. Dedication in your craft is on point bro. Keep it up!
I wish I would’ve known you needed head studs, Chrysler 2.2 arp studs are a direct upgrade from the Miata arp head studs. Also, FAB9Tuning has a stud kit that far superior to the arp variant.
I didn’t even really NEED head studs as my bottom end is still stock. I read that the factory head bolts are TTY, so they shouldn’t be reused. I actually had an order placed for the Fab9 kit, but after 3 weeks of waiting, they kept giving me the same answer, “we have some on the way”, that’s when I saw the ARP kit pop up so I snagged them.
Yes Separate video on the turbo coolant and oil lines please. My Kraken kit is on order and I opted to get the kraken lines since it would be easier but have really been thinking about grabbing some flyin Miata ones too. Was there anything wrong with the Kraken line?
Damn just finished watching the video. Seems like you can’t catch a break man 😔 keep at it though. Lovin the channel!
I'd be interested too and probably the Kraken owner guy too, he's always looking for feedback
@@aafmirq777 Nothing wrong with them, they’re actually pretty decent lines. BUT the FM kit is just nicer. Has much nicer hose clamps, hose is made of 2 different materials, and comes with heat sleeving. The clamp I used on the kraken lines, since it’s so close to the turbine housing, actually ended up melting the lines a bit, and eventually caused a coolant leak.
I spent like $15 more on the FM oil drain and coolant lines than I did the oil feed, oil drain, coolant lines, and drill bit + tap from Kraken. I’m still running their oil feed, no complaints about that. I just like the heat sleeving on the FM stuff.
@@BigBenlolz See my response to aafmirq777
Whatd you do my guy lol? Goodluck fixing it. My car is running now, got her idling, getting tuned late February! Hoping for 275-300 whp
on stock 5 speed!
It's just one thing after another... Hope you are running some forgiving tires. If that's your weak point it could last a good bit. Im running 200TW tires, but will be going to something less sticky, if the tires are breaking loose, then I'm HOPING I won't grenade the tranny lol
@@ConnorsCorner1 I have stock 15x6 rn to save the trans. 195/50/15 so I think I'm okay. It's just not gonna hook up lol
I opted into a bigger turbo too so the power is linear and doesn't spike, keeps my tq numbers down. Running a pulsar grx2867r gen2
@@Jaraldo Ah very nice. If I ever build my bottom end that’s what turbo I would go with.
@@ConnorsCorner1 I just have maxpeeding rod and stock pistons. Ill let you know how she fairs. Hope to see your car back on the road soon.
So many ups and downs. Saw the latest video too. Sorry man.
Can you share your process on how you cleaned your deck up in preparation for the new MLS? I'm prepping to slap mine together.
A lot of elbow grease. To get the majority of it off I use a razor blade, but hold it perpendicular to the surface. Then use some brake cleaner, maybe even followed by a bristle disc or a brass wire disc.
save yourself some trouble. dont use that cometic. go back to oem. when those things blow they come completely apart