a quick synopsis of my journey, just because yall are fellow gearheads & wil appreciate this... ok, so im now lookin at takin my wifes stock 99 miata project car, that she has totally loat interest in, & makin it my new daily, thus ur video is very timley ...& heres the WHY... so, first off, full confession, i was a "muscle car or no car" kinda guy & quite frankly a "miata-hater" & i bought the car under protest as a gift for my wife, & i had less than zero intrest in this little tiny thang parked in my way, takin up part of my driveway ...ok, that was, until... until a beautiful sunny october afternoon in the tennessee mountains... perfect flannel shirt weather with the top down... so i droped the convertible top (to which ill add, i also did not like convertibles) down & hit the twisty mountain back roads... & to my surprise, i COULD NOT wipe the SMILE off my face! ...this lil bone stock 99 miata on cheap all season tires was WAY MORE FUN on these winding mountain backroads than my purpose built auto-x ready (suspension, tires, brakes, etc.) ls1 '98 formula firebird! ...i am now a "miata fan" ...so thank u for ur videos, this one in perticular, theres some good tips there, & thank u sirs
Never had a car so customizable. I've never owned a vehicle that felt so much like mine. Rain drains clearing and inside fender cleaning are definitely things to check out for new owners. When I pull my carpet for the frame rails and sound deadening install I'm going to place 2 five yen coins I ordered off eBay that are the year my car was made. Heard they used to come with them for good luck. A nice thing about preventative maintenance with sensors and some parts you can keep the old ones as emergency spares. Because technically they haven't gone bad yet just replaced. Also your interior is sad And dirty. 303 makes a great detailer and so does trim shine. And get some floor mats man. Sheesh. 😉
It's winter, there's a lot of mud by the shop! That's our excuse. Other than some dirt on the floor, it's clean. Seats could use a shampoo, that's true.
This was an amazing video! I'm buying an older Miata and restoring it for my little brother. This is exactly what I needed! I just want the car to feel as new as possible
Full Synthetic Oil change, trombone cleaner for bonnet drain, fix a flat kit, DC air inflator, tire patch kit, seatbelt retainers and tensioner swap, touchscreen stereo, metal coolant overflow tank, power steering fluid flush, AMG battery, fitted leather seat covers, fog lamps and relay kit, tinted windows refresh, trunk pistons replacement, floor fabric inserts, new wiper blades, buff glass, buff paint, light strip in trunk, car cover, spare key mounted under the chassis, PDR dent removal... You have to love the aftermarket parts for Miatas...
Thanks Keith , just sold my 1995 to a young friend and his wife , she's never driven a stick . He will enjoy watching this video and they will have a smile on their faces just like I always did when driving a Miata .
Great video guys ! I bought a mint 2010 NC prht here in Western Australia (60000 Kms) . I did everything you suggested in this vlog . An essential thing on the NCs is to change the coolant header tank , as they are renowned for leaking with catastrophic results sometimes. Even though we have the perfect climate here I found all the paint was peeling off the black parts under the car & bonnet. I ended up getting them blasted & powder coated . Have purchased several parts from Flying Miata & found your service Brilliant. Best wishes Simon
I have spent the last year doing maintenance and tracing down sqeaks and rattles on my 09 NC. Even though there were just a few issues, as Keith said it just makes the driving experience better.
I just replaced a 1992 timing belt. It's so stiff it can stand up on its own! One other thing I found made a big difference to me was the Mike Phillips treatment - clay bar and Meguiar's No 7 to re-oil the single stage paint. It took days but gosh that Classic Red is SO much deeper.
Love the channel and company. My 99 has many FM parts and you get what you pay for... quality products and great customer service (when you get a hold of them...they are always busy...and rightfully so lol). -Turbo kit -Hood shocks (must have) -Motor mounts (process of going in now) -Happy meal clutch kit (also process of going in now). I know I'm forgetting something..... Other companies -Hard dog rollbar -Mazda shifter short shifter -Torsion differential 3.9 LSD with polyurethane bushings (also process of going in now). I know I'm forgetting something.... Anyway, love the company and keep doing your thing
I inherited a low mileage 1994 MX5, and am performing the basic maintenance and am wanting to go through it to improve the handling, and longevity. I would love a hard top for it.
But how many of these things have you checked recently? It's easy to miss a car slowly getting tired. It might be worth approaching it like it's a new to you car to make sure it's as good as it could be.
@@FlyinMiataVideo I have it regularly checked and maintained. Just had brakes done, shocks are still good, bushings have been replaced as needed. Clutch still good. 200k miles so far on it. It is getting rusty on the body sadly, trying to decide if it is worth the cost to me to have it repaired. Car has lots of sentimental value, very little actual value.
My father passed his 1990 Miata NA to me. It only has 60,000 miles on it, I think. I may have to look into some of those suggestions about alignment, bushings, etc. Thanks!
Thanks, I too just bought a Miata with 130k miles (an '04 MSM) so this was really helpful to me. I just ordered your ILM motor mounts and shifter rebuild kit to freshen it up some, and have been thinking about suspension bushings too, so I'm looking forward to that upcoming video on how to change them. You guys put out great Miata content.
Every time my ‘99 rattles over the brick roundabout near my place, I’m reminded of how much I’d love to address those old bushings. Seems like a daunting task however.
I just picked up a 2004 Miata (for $1900, somehow!) and although it was decently maintained by the previous owner, it is higher mileage! Thank you SO much for this video! I will definitely be using this video for the next few weeks and my first few steps!
@@Justsomeonesomwhere It had 215K. Right when I got it, I did the timing belt, water pump, and most of the other basic maintenance work while I was in there. I've since sold the car, but it ran in tip-top shape and was happy and healthy!
Make your life easier and get some of the speed bleeders from Flyin Miata for both the brakes and the clutch, makes it fast and easy and motivates you to do it more often.
replacing all of the bushings seems high effort, but also high knowledge for a newbie like me who really wants to break into these more serious jobs at home. Are there good videos to watch that will teach me the steps? I am not new to using shop tools, however I have never touched the suspension including shocks.
Bushings aren't that hard, just tedious because there are 22 of them. We have a shop car that will probably get some shortly, so we may do an install video of them at that time.
I can tell you that the video would be a godsend for me! I grew up in a shop illiterate household so high quality RUclips videos are a treasure❤ @@FlyinMiataVideo
Hmm, I have 322,000 miles on my '90 Miata and still have the original bushings in its maybe it's time to finally do them. I figure I might replace the top hats on the struts at the same time as they are also old and they would be a lot easier to do when everything is already apart. Overall though despite the years and milage it drives very nicely which is a testament to how well these cars were built and designed in the first place.
Especially for the NA's and NB's, DONT FORGET to check the CRANK PULLEY! They are held together by rubber and can definitely leave you on the side of the road if you don't check it. (Speaking from experience).
My crankshaft pulley had separated where the friction weld was and had thrown the engine out of time and only 3 cylinders were firing. My mechanic has been working on Miatas for 20 something years, including racing Miatas, and said he'd never seen that happen before.
@@merlyn2121 remove the pulley and inspect the rubber ring for any cracks. I just replaced mine while doing other service work on the front end of the engine.
Easiest way to check to see if the pulley has separated is to pull the first spark plug and stick your dipstick down the hole. Now rotate the engine until that cylinder is at top dead center (dipstick is lifted as high as it will go). The timing mark should point to the T or close to it. If it's way off, the outside section has slipped.
Love my miata and sadly i bought it from a 17yr old k8d that abused and clqpped it out do o have spent the past 3 years bringing it back to life and also dunping around 20k in mods lol mainly engin n power mods 🤦🏽♂️ lol so now i have a 300+hp big turbo miata running 30psi of boost with a hood dump as my daily driver 🤣 and love it altho ppl either love it or hate it with how i have gone with a "clapped out sleeper" look to it 😅 anyway peace and love to all keep it rad stay safe and build on and keep the miatas shinning lol 💪🏽🤘🏼🤙🏽🏎🦸♂️🧑🏽🔧🤣✌🏽
@@FlyinMiataVideo i had to keep a legend alive lol ....and thanks i love it .. yal stay safe much love and respect and thanks for all that all of you do for the community
-suspension (bushing) -tires -break system -bump stops (cheap) - time belt -coolant -radiator - tiny error you notice (high idle as an example) - fuel injectors and filters - interior optical flaws and hunt down raddle sounds - paint refreshment
Hi Buddy, big thanks for a great review of potential faults. In the United Kingdom, the worst thing on the MX5 second-hand seems to be rust, it's the one big curse of buying a used car here. Do you have this problem, or is your area dry?
Thanks for reaching out and watching the video. We're pretty fortunate in this area since it's high desert and even our NA6 cars don't show much rust. The biggest hurdle we have on these is constantly replacing the windshield every other season due to rock chips. I grew up in Indiana which does have a lot of rusty vehicles but I bet not nearly as bad as what you're used to.
I'm too particular, so I decided to resto-mod my Miata. Now it will be better than new. Just finishing getting it back together after going through every nut and bolt.
Lovely red!!!! You didn't mention water pump change. Since I need to do my timing belt, do you thing i should replace it too? Mine is a 2004 nbfl 1.8 146 etna velocity red
It's a good idea. The lifespan of the pump seems to be about 1.5 timing belt change intervals - which means that while it's probably healthy this time, it may not make it to the next change.
On the front bumper decal for the 1.6's, I ordered one back in 2020 from Atkins Rotary (P/N NA04-51-711) and it came in Mazda packaging. Maybe there is some new old stock still out there?
Great video. But for the newbies, fix all the mechanicals/ suspension, bushings, end links, decide if you want to lower or raise the car, change wheels, replace tires THEN do a quality alignment otherwise you’ll have to do it again, isnt cheap
Definitely true about the bushings and ride height. Sway bars, end links, wheels and tires have no effect on alignment so they can be changed at any time.
I have really been wanted to get a hard top for my 1990. What’s the best way to get one and color matched? I’ve read a lot of after market tops are hard to fit.
It all comes down to how patient you are and how much you want to pay. The used market has gotten very expensive lately, but sometimes there are deals to be had if you can wait for one to pop up. They also seem to be more common in the UK, and some importers can import them for cheaper than you could find them locally. As far as aftermarket tops, some of them are fine, but will never have the fit and finish of an oem top, so it really depends on your use and expectations. If you have the money to spend, we recommend trying to find a new or used OEM top for the best quality and fitment. If you just want a roof for aero purposes for your track car, then one of the aftermarket tops might be all you need.
Thanks for information. I look forward to the day I get my new to me 3rd Miata. Can you give some insight on manual vs automatic transmissions in the Miata?
There have been a lot of different Miatas with a lot of different transmissions over the past 3+ decades. Basically, the newer the Miata the better the automatic implementation and the more common autos are. If you want more specific info, we recommend calling our tech line so we can discuss. The vast majority of our experience is with the manuals.
Hello Flyin Miata ( Keith Tanner) I live in the UK, so I own a 1.6l MX5 Mk1 NA 96. But my car is suffering with rust. Especially the lower part of the A-Pillars & rust showing above the door upper hinge area & inside the front wings. How does this rust form, how can it be treated inside & out of the car. I have also experienced a rust hole forming on a A-pillar where the rain water drains down from the Softop/Hardtop to the rain tube at the front. Can you please, cover this issue in one of your excellent information videos. Thankyou Very Much. MJ
Where was this video 2 weeks ago lol. I just redid the suspension on my 01, but hadn't considered the bushings. Now I'm wishing I did it all at one time. My wife is becoming increasingly concerned about how much time I wrench on my new car 😅
What difference did you notice getting the fuel injectors cleaned? I have a 99 NB with 142k miles. A fuel filter that hasn't been replaced in a while as well that I'm planning on doing soon.
In this case, it was the coolant line that runs from the intake manifold into the throttle body. It was clogged up, and that prevented the air valve from responding to a warm engine. However, a 96 doesn't have this part. The first thing you need to do is pull codes from your OBD-II system and see what it has to say. A high idle is almost always an air leak of some sort - in the case of this car, it was internal on a device intended to add more air to the intake manifold.
Just replaced a ‘60 TR3 with a ‘93 NA, I’m having trouble recognizing what might be worn because it feels so much tighter than the TR3, but it is still a 30yo car built to a low budget. The Triumph sounded better though.
Just assume everything that’s rubber is hard or worn out after 30 years, and like Kieth said, flush all the fluids and check the tire dates… As for sound, there are lots of aftermarket exhaust options for the Miata. Personally I’m a big fan of the stock exhaust with a cold air intake added under the hood. Power gains are probably nil, but it gives you some good induction sounds to enjoy.
FB, Craigslist, auction sites, Aututempest, newspaper..... anywhere there is classified car sales. Contacting your local Miata club for potential cars is a good idea too. You might find a good enthusiast car, and make some new Miata friends at the same time.
Ive been in the market for a miata and where im from they charge alot of money for them, even for NAs. I have a friend who's selling their 1990 model for a decent price but tells me the engine has been rebuilt. I dont know much about engines so my question is if the engine less reliable now that its rebuilt.
Great review. Wld u do anything abt the classic lifter tick in first few mins after start?? Replace exhaust side lifters. Use best 8 on lifter side and clean/flush???? Or Just live with it … it’s v typical on NAs with HLAs
Playing with oil weight can minimize it - try a little thicker or a little thinner. It's usually most persistent on cars that are started for a short period, such as backing them in and out of the garage. Thanks to the engine being used in other applications, you can get affordable replacement HLAs. There's a procedure for checking them, but you have to pull them out to do it. Good time to change the timing belt :)
Nice tips. I missed the slider pin lube when I redid my suspension last year. I would be interested in your specific tire selection. Are you staying with the stock size? Iḿ running all seasons right now and would love to hear what you chose.
@@FlyinMiataVideo... When i bought mine in 2012 it had oversized Michelins , near new , couldn't bring myself to replace them back to the stock size and always felt that it upset the balance they try so hard to design in .
@@LGF79 It is interesting that Mazda didn't have it in the ads, they may have been using preproduction vehicles for the photography. If you look at contemporary road tests, you can see the decal in the photographs. Keith owns another 1990 that he's had since 1993, and it still wears the decal that was applied at the factory. It can also be found in the parts fiches.
I want to take my rebuilt title NA to you guys..been through heck with it from bent alternator brackets to a motorcycle battery in it when I first bought it!🤣
Give our support line a call, we can help you come up with a plan. There isn't a lot of power waiting to be unlocked unless you go for boost or you start changing engine internals. About the only easy thing you can do is bump the base timing up to 14 degrees.
@@FlyinMiataVideo I will try that but mine was the 7th one made is what mazda said it's all stock 98k miles ive had it for 2 years now and it's got to where it idles at 2k and I've done turned it down to 850 but sometimes it does the 2k all day
@@001knifer5 If it's idling fast like that, there's an air leak somewhere. On a 1.6, it could be inside the air valve which means it needs replacement. They're fairly easy to change, so if you know someone with a known good one you could try swapping it out. Or look for missing/cracked hoses on the intake manifold.
@@FlyinMiataVideo and also at a low idle it has a miss it acks like it has no fuel but I've done a full tune up and pump and new inj. To what could cause that
Depending on your budget and use, you should contact your local auto-upholstery shop for the best quality options and installation. If you are just looking for something cheaper to cover a worn-out seat, check Moss Motors or some of the other Miata vendors to see what fitted options are available.
@@FlyinMiataVideo OK thanks. I've done all of those things already. Just wondering if you knew of or had feedback on any proven products that I could do myself. Upholstery shops where I live are cost prohibitive.
i have a question, hope it's not too late to ask it! i have a '92 with a hard top in Mexico and sadly, there aren't almost any NA/NB Miatas around to have a reference on what stuff should look like when they're fully taken care of. the issue thats driving me nuts is that the soft top latches rattle a lot: on the hard top there are a couple of 'tabs' with a bit of foam that are seemingly aligned to be on top of the soft top latches, but they are a couple of inches to high to actually touch each other. my solution to the rattling has been to put a small cloth folded between the tabs and the latches to push the latches down and shut them off, but of course its not the most elegant one. my question is: is the hard top supposed to have something there that helps maintain the latches in place? or is it more of an issue with the latches being way too loose so they rattle? hope i explained myself good enough. and thank you Keith and the whole FM team for the great content you put out here for us :)
We have a couple of videos that will probably help you. One is about adjusting your latches, the other is about rebuilding them. The soft top and hard top latches work the same way. ruclips.net/video/zjBnzCC142o/видео.html ruclips.net/video/oMgQ_nJYsAI/видео.html
Something i noticed while driving my 1990 miata was that the ride quality was a bit lower than another miata i drove. I felt the bumps a whole lot more and don't know what kind of upgrades i should look into. Any suggestions on that?
It's probably easiest if you give our tech support line a call so we can talk about your car. There are a number of things it could be, but we'd need to know more about your car to offer any good suggestions.
Probably picked those up on the way home from Miata World 99 in Texas - we stopped off at Performance Buyer's Club to visit Tommy Grimes. They've been on the car for years.
@@FlyinMiataVideo oh I see, I just wondered if it was a type of Eunos/ Mazda calab. They look good on it!! It’s nice to see an original car with just a few subtle mods. Enjoy her.
@@simonholmes3456 Eunos was Mazda, so there was no reason to send those sills to markets other than Japan. I also picked up a set, they were Eunos factory options AFAIK
1992 1.6l Euro car (Spain) I feel a bit of play on the accelerator pedal. It’s a bit loose and shakes sideways ever so slightly. I tried tightening the throttle cable but that didn’t work (I only managed to scare the shit out of myself when the I started the car and it shot itself to 6,000 rpm). Any thoughts on how to fix this? It’s making me quite upset
Try looking at the pivot on the pedal itself. It could be worn if the pedal moves side to side. This is the sort of investigation of weird little problems we were talking about - it seems like such a small thing, but it can really affect how much you enjoy the car.
I owned a 94 Miata back in highschool and drove it for 5 years before I sold it, the car was no AC or PS from the factory was this called a enthusiast edition or just the cheapest spec model?
For 1994, we're assuming that was just the basest model. Miata.net has some great info on all the models and options for almost every year of Miata. www.miata.net/faq/america/1994.html
What are (Flyin' Miata) thoughts on aluminum rods: BME, R&R, GRP, MGP, etc... What are (Flyin' Miata) thoughts on the MaxSpark PNP Ignition Kit for '01-'05 Mazda Miata Awesome YT show. Thanks for sharing.
Please reach out to our customer support team directly for product ETAs, they'll be more than happy to help and give you any info we have for restocks. Thanks!
Keith, awhile back when you were talking about rolling fenders, I thought you mentioned that an ND would accommodate 245-40-17s. As I have discussed that with friends I’ve gotten pushback, so I want to ask a slightly different question. Will I have any problem fitting and driving 225-40-17s on my 2021 ND2 sport without any fender mods or suspension changes? Thanks Tom KC3QAC
We have been running 245/40-17 tires on ND Miatas for about 7 years now, we're pretty confident they'll fit. There's just not much margin for error and you're definitely giving up some delicacy of touch with the big rubber. 225/40-17 is actually slightly smaller in diameter than stock, so they'll likely work if you're on stock wheels.
I thought 1.6s sat a little higher than that? Looks like the perfect ride height but have the springs been switched or something? Also, what alignment settings do you recommend for stock NAs?
You might need some fresh seals or just an adjustment on the window. Here are our instructions on the window adjustment and you can disregard these seals, since they're intended for soft tops. s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/instructions.flyinmiata/exterior_29/ILMotorsport_softtop_seal_kit_29-19100.pdf
Looking into buying a Miata have it lined up but has a rattle at about 40 mph. There is no rattle above or below that speed. Just wondering if anyone had any potential diagnosis for the issue. Thanks
That's a pretty vague description, so it's going to be impossible to diagnose or help without a lot more info. You might try reaching out to our customer support team directly through phone or email. They can probably help give you some ideas about where to look.
Any tips on getting rid of the ppf noise through the drive train? I've tried torque to spec etc a few times but the noise is still there.. drives me nuts
@@FlyinMiataVideo thanks for the reply. I'm actually from New Zealand . It's a horrible grinding noise on decel mostly and at some rev ranges in certain gears. I've lined it up as per fsm but still noisy..
@@arest846 Had that in my '93 for years. Tried realigning the PPF, changed flywheels/clutch/throwout bearing/pilot bearing etc. In the end I think it's just a noise that certain NA transmissions have on decel, harmless yet annoying.
I had that noise on decel on my 91. It was exhaust shields. I added a few worm clamps on the heat shields and it went away. Later on a slightly different noise started that I couldn't pin down. Found it later when I did the timing belt. The front cover warped and the crank pulley ate a groove into the cover. Couldn't see it until disassembly
The closest shop we're aware of is in Murfreesboro TN - miatamix.com/ If you're not sure where to start your search for a local shop to install the parts for you, we'd suggest getting in touch with your local Miata club.
Define abuse. They always say a Miata is the kind of car you cam ring the piss out of on the street. Personally, I can never get used to the idea of a 7k redline. I feel like I’m doing bad if I don’t granny shift at 4k rpm, 5k tops. lol
@@MattMatt77 the engineers at Mazda clearly knew what they were doing and set the redline appropriately. Sounds like someone with a keyboard needs a hug and a nice sunny drive.
The diaper thing is old school - reuseable cotton diapers after being washed hundreds of times make for good rags. Don't go pick up a set of disposable Pampers for this! But yeah, we all use microfiber cloths these days.
What sucks is having bought a Miata with clearcoat peel. Without the money to pay for a fancy paintjob it just looks like a total hunk of junk no matter what you do.
a quick synopsis of my journey, just because yall are fellow gearheads & wil appreciate this... ok, so im now lookin at takin my wifes stock 99 miata project car, that she has totally loat interest in, & makin it my new daily, thus ur video is very timley ...& heres the WHY... so, first off, full confession, i was a "muscle car or no car" kinda guy & quite frankly a "miata-hater" & i bought the car under protest as a gift for my wife, & i had less than zero intrest in this little tiny thang parked in my way, takin up part of my driveway ...ok, that was, until... until a beautiful sunny october afternoon in the tennessee mountains... perfect flannel shirt weather with the top down... so i droped the convertible top (to which ill add, i also did not like convertibles) down & hit the twisty mountain back roads... & to my surprise, i COULD NOT wipe the SMILE off my face! ...this lil bone stock 99 miata on cheap all season tires was WAY MORE FUN on these winding mountain backroads than my purpose built auto-x ready (suspension, tires, brakes, etc.) ls1 '98 formula firebird! ...i am now a "miata fan" ...so thank u for ur videos, this one in perticular, theres some good tips there, & thank u sirs
Be mentally prepared to 'give it back to her' when you lavish it with attention and a detailed freshening up...
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Never had a car so customizable. I've never owned a vehicle that felt so much like mine.
Rain drains clearing and inside fender cleaning are definitely things to check out for new owners.
When I pull my carpet for the frame rails and sound deadening install I'm going to place 2 five yen coins I ordered off eBay that are the year my car was made. Heard they used to come with them for good luck.
A nice thing about preventative maintenance with sensors and some parts you can keep the old ones as emergency spares. Because technically they haven't gone bad yet just replaced.
Also your interior is sad And dirty. 303 makes a great detailer and so does trim shine. And get some floor mats man. Sheesh. 😉
It's winter, there's a lot of mud by the shop! That's our excuse. Other than some dirt on the floor, it's clean. Seats could use a shampoo, that's true.
This was an amazing video! I'm buying an older Miata and restoring it for my little brother. This is exactly what I needed! I just want the car to feel as new as possible
We're happy we could help! Good luck with the project.
Full Synthetic Oil change, trombone cleaner for bonnet drain, fix a flat kit, DC air inflator, tire patch kit, seatbelt retainers and tensioner swap, touchscreen stereo, metal coolant overflow tank, power steering fluid flush, AMG battery, fitted leather seat covers, fog lamps and relay kit, tinted windows refresh, trunk pistons replacement, floor fabric inserts, new wiper blades, buff glass, buff paint, light strip in trunk, car cover, spare key mounted under the chassis, PDR dent removal... You have to love the aftermarket parts for Miatas...
Great advice for any "new to you" car. A deep cleaning can reveal so much about the condition of the suspension, the interior, AND the body.
Definitely one of the first places to start. A clean car is a happy car. :)
Thanks Keith , just sold my 1995 to a young friend and his wife , she's never driven a stick . He will enjoy watching this video and they will have a smile on their faces just like I always did when driving a Miata .
I got a 60k 93 Miata from my grandma
Nice!
This is excellent! Just bought an NC. Tires were original at 12 years old! Seller paid for new Michelins.
Right on! Congrats on your new to you NC!
Great video guys ! I bought a mint 2010 NC prht here in Western Australia (60000 Kms) . I did everything you suggested in this vlog . An essential thing on the NCs is to change the coolant header tank , as they are renowned for leaking with catastrophic results sometimes.
Even though we have the perfect climate here I found all the paint was peeling off the black parts under the car & bonnet. I ended up getting them blasted & powder coated . Have purchased several parts from Flying Miata & found your service Brilliant. Best wishes Simon
Thanks! Sounds like a great car!
I have spent the last year doing maintenance and tracing down sqeaks and rattles on my 09 NC. Even though there were just a few issues, as Keith said it just makes the driving experience better.
Can confirm, bushings and suspension is the best you can do to them
The biggest easy one I can think of is making sure that it's clean. A clean car simply feels better
I just replaced a 1992 timing belt. It's so stiff it can stand up on its own! One other thing I found made a big difference to me was the Mike Phillips treatment - clay bar and Meguiar's No 7 to re-oil the single stage paint. It took days but gosh that Classic Red is SO much deeper.
Good to know! Thanks.
Love the channel and company.
My 99 has many FM parts and you get what you pay for... quality products and great customer service (when you get a hold of them...they are always busy...and rightfully so lol).
-Turbo kit
-Hood shocks (must have)
-Motor mounts (process of going in now)
-Happy meal clutch kit (also process of going in now).
I know I'm forgetting something.....
Other companies
-Hard dog rollbar
-Mazda shifter short shifter
-Torsion differential 3.9 LSD with polyurethane bushings (also process of going in now).
I know I'm forgetting something....
Anyway, love the company and keep doing your thing
Thanks so much, we appreciate the kind words and support!
Just bought a new na with 110k miles! Just needed a new TPS hoping it lasts a long time!
Congrats! With a bit of love and care, Miatas can live long and happy lives!
I inherited a low mileage 1994 MX5, and am performing the basic maintenance and am wanting to go through it to improve the handling, and longevity. I would love a hard top for it.
I still drive my '93 that I bought new, so haven't had to worry much about a new to me used Miata.
But how many of these things have you checked recently? It's easy to miss a car slowly getting tired. It might be worth approaching it like it's a new to you car to make sure it's as good as it could be.
@@FlyinMiataVideo I have it regularly checked and maintained. Just had brakes done, shocks are still good, bushings have been replaced as needed. Clutch still good. 200k miles so far on it. It is getting rusty on the body sadly, trying to decide if it is worth the cost to me to have it repaired. Car has lots of sentimental value, very little actual value.
My father passed his 1990 Miata NA to me. It only has 60,000 miles on it, I think. I may have to look into some of those suggestions about alignment, bushings, etc. Thanks!
Miatas are all about handling, so refreshing your suspension components and alignment can make the car feel years newer!
Thanks, I too just bought a Miata with 130k miles (an '04 MSM) so this was really helpful to me.
I just ordered your ILM motor mounts and shifter rebuild kit to freshen it up some, and have been thinking about suspension bushings too, so I'm looking forward to that upcoming video on how to change them. You guys put out great Miata content.
Thanks, Glad we could help! We've got a lot of new video content in the pipeline, so stay tuned!
Every time my ‘99 rattles over the brick roundabout near my place, I’m reminded of how much I’d love to address those old bushings. Seems like a daunting task however.
@@redbluesome2829 🤦♂️
Really helpful, and very timely for me. I especially appreciated what you said about the importance of details in the interior.
I just picked up a 2004 Miata (for $1900, somehow!) and although it was decently maintained by the previous owner, it is higher mileage! Thank you SO much for this video! I will definitely be using this video for the next few weeks and my first few steps!
Feel free to reach out to our support department if you run into any issues you need help with!
Killer deal dude 🤘🏼🤙🏽
@@mastercricket7626 It’s been a great deal of work, but, it’s been worth it!
How many miles? I just bought one that had 203k but I'm coming from a Honda and I'm hoping it's just as reliable
@@Justsomeonesomwhere It had 215K. Right when I got it, I did the timing belt, water pump, and most of the other basic maintenance work while I was in there. I've since sold the car, but it ran in tip-top shape and was happy and healthy!
when i got my nb miata, I had to change all of the fluids 2 times. The brake fluid was full of air and looked like sweet tea :)
I recently purchased a 2002 NB w/38K miles. This video is super helpful to get the car perfect!
Make your life easier and get some of the speed bleeders from Flyin Miata for both the brakes and the clutch, makes it fast and easy and motivates you to do it more often.
replacing all of the bushings seems high effort, but also high knowledge for a newbie like me who really wants to break into these more serious jobs at home. Are there good videos to watch that will teach me the steps? I am not new to using shop tools, however I have never touched the suspension including shocks.
Bushings aren't that hard, just tedious because there are 22 of them. We have a shop car that will probably get some shortly, so we may do an install video of them at that time.
I can tell you that the video would be a godsend for me! I grew up in a shop illiterate household so high quality RUclips videos are a treasure❤ @@FlyinMiataVideo
@@bubbleshield50 Thanks for watching!
Hmm, I have 322,000 miles on my '90 Miata and still have the original bushings in its maybe it's time to finally do them. I figure I might replace the top hats on the struts at the same time as they are also old and they would be a lot easier to do when everything is already apart. Overall though despite the years and milage it drives very nicely which is a testament to how well these cars were built and designed in the first place.
I think you'll notice a nice improvement. Thanks for watching!
Especially for the NA's and NB's, DONT FORGET to check the CRANK PULLEY! They are held together by rubber and can definitely leave you on the side of the road if you don't check it. (Speaking from experience).
How do you check the crank pulley?
My crankshaft pulley had separated where the friction weld was and had thrown the engine out of time and only 3 cylinders were firing. My mechanic has been working on Miatas for 20 something years, including racing Miatas, and said he'd never seen that happen before.
@@merlyn2121 remove the pulley and inspect the rubber ring for any cracks. I just replaced mine while doing other service work on the front end of the engine.
Easiest way to check to see if the pulley has separated is to pull the first spark plug and stick your dipstick down the hole. Now rotate the engine until that cylinder is at top dead center (dipstick is lifted as high as it will go). The timing mark should point to the T or close to it. If it's way off, the outside section has slipped.
Love my miata and sadly i bought it from a 17yr old k8d that abused and clqpped it out do o have spent the past 3 years bringing it back to life and also dunping around 20k in mods lol mainly engin n power mods 🤦🏽♂️ lol so now i have a 300+hp big turbo miata running 30psi of boost with a hood dump as my daily driver 🤣 and love it altho ppl either love it or hate it with how i have gone with a "clapped out sleeper" look to it 😅 anyway peace and love to all keep it rad stay safe and build on and keep the miatas shinning lol 💪🏽🤘🏼🤙🏽🏎🦸♂️🧑🏽🔧🤣✌🏽
Thanks for saving it and keeping another Miata on the road. Sounds like a fun daily to us!
@@FlyinMiataVideo i had to keep a legend alive lol ....and thanks i love it .. yal stay safe much love and respect and thanks for all that all of you do for the community
Thanks, Keith!
-suspension (bushing)
-tires
-break system
-bump stops (cheap)
- time belt
-coolant
-radiator
- tiny error you notice (high idle as an example)
- fuel injectors and filters
- interior optical flaws and hunt down raddle sounds
- paint refreshment
Great suggestions!
Hi Buddy, big thanks for a great review of potential faults. In the United Kingdom, the worst thing on the MX5 second-hand seems to be rust, it's the one big curse of buying a used car here. Do you have this problem, or is your area dry?
Thanks for reaching out and watching the video. We're pretty fortunate in this area since it's high desert and even our NA6 cars don't show much rust. The biggest hurdle we have on these is constantly replacing the windshield every other season due to rock chips. I grew up in Indiana which does have a lot of rusty vehicles but I bet not nearly as bad as what you're used to.
This is also intended to be a "what to do after you've bought the car" video, not a pre-purchase inspection.
I'm too particular, so I decided to resto-mod my Miata. Now it will be better than new. Just finishing getting it back together after going through every nut and bolt.
Great to hear! Hopefully it will be a reliable and fun car for a long time to come!
i enjoy my red 90 miata with a hard top. looks just like that one
It's a classic color combo. We love it!
I just acquired a 2012 Grand Touring PRHT. It had a blown engine. I'm getting a new Mazda engine installed. She needs TLC. I'm ready to begin
Good luck! Hope you can get it back on the road soon!
I have the same exact problem idling 1250
Man that car is an absolute little beauty! 👌
It really is!
Beautiful detail job on exterior. My 94 bought new still uneven colors from Florida sun. Yours has a really nice shiny finish. What did you use?
3M Perfect-It and a 7" buffer.
I have a squeak that comes from the ear level on the drivers side. It sounds like the rear drivers side shock or the soft top. Mystery squeak!
Soft top squeaks are pretty common, but suspension squeaks can be harder to track down than you think. Hope you can find it!
Lovely red!!!! You didn't mention water pump change. Since I need to do my timing belt, do you thing i should replace it too? Mine is a 2004 nbfl 1.8 146 etna velocity red
It's a good idea. The lifespan of the pump seems to be about 1.5 timing belt change intervals - which means that while it's probably healthy this time, it may not make it to the next change.
On the front bumper decal for the 1.6's, I ordered one back in 2020 from Atkins Rotary (P/N NA04-51-711) and it came in Mazda packaging. Maybe there is some new old stock still out there?
Good to know!
Great video. But for the newbies, fix all the mechanicals/ suspension, bushings, end links, decide if you want to lower or raise the car, change wheels, replace tires THEN do a quality alignment otherwise you’ll have to do it again, isnt cheap
Definitely true about the bushings and ride height. Sway bars, end links, wheels and tires have no effect on alignment so they can be changed at any time.
I have really been wanted to get a hard top for my 1990. What’s the best way to get one and color matched? I’ve read a lot of after market tops are hard to fit.
It all comes down to how patient you are and how much you want to pay. The used market has gotten very expensive lately, but sometimes there are deals to be had if you can wait for one to pop up. They also seem to be more common in the UK, and some importers can import them for cheaper than you could find them locally. As far as aftermarket tops, some of them are fine, but will never have the fit and finish of an oem top, so it really depends on your use and expectations. If you have the money to spend, we recommend trying to find a new or used OEM top for the best quality and fitment. If you just want a roof for aero purposes for your track car, then one of the aftermarket tops might be all you need.
Cant wait to do these things on my na miata 😊
Thanks for information. I look forward to the day I get my new to me 3rd Miata. Can you give some insight on manual vs automatic transmissions in the Miata?
There have been a lot of different Miatas with a lot of different transmissions over the past 3+ decades. Basically, the newer the Miata the better the automatic implementation and the more common autos are. If you want more specific info, we recommend calling our tech line so we can discuss. The vast majority of our experience is with the manuals.
There's a beige soft top resting in the background. What color is the body painted? Looks quite stunning!
That's Ethan's project NB. He says it's slightly off Nardo Grey. Marco paint code s4729.
@@FlyinMiataVideo Many thanks for the quick reply! Cheers! Lovely looking piece!
Hello Flyin Miata ( Keith Tanner)
I live in the UK, so I own a 1.6l MX5 Mk1 NA 96. But my car is suffering with rust. Especially the lower part of the A-Pillars & rust showing above the door upper hinge area & inside the front wings.
How does this rust form, how can it be treated inside & out of the car.
I have also experienced a rust hole forming on a A-pillar where the rain water drains down from the Softop/Hardtop to the rain tube at the front.
Can you please, cover this issue in one of your excellent information videos.
Thankyou
Very Much.
MJ
that's a tricky topi, but we'll be sure to make the suggestion! Thanks!
Where was this video 2 weeks ago lol. I just redid the suspension on my 01, but hadn't considered the bushings. Now I'm wishing I did it all at one time. My wife is becoming increasingly concerned about how much time I wrench on my new car 😅
That's the fun with older cars, there is always something new to do! ;)
useful video and very nice looking miata. cheers
Glad you liked it
What difference did you notice getting the fuel injectors cleaned? I have a 99 NB with 142k miles. A fuel filter that hasn't been replaced in a while as well that I'm planning on doing soon.
Basically, smoother engine operation.
I'm having a similar idle problem on my 96 1.8 NA. Could you give more details on how you solved that issue. Thanks!
In this case, it was the coolant line that runs from the intake manifold into the throttle body. It was clogged up, and that prevented the air valve from responding to a warm engine. However, a 96 doesn't have this part. The first thing you need to do is pull codes from your OBD-II system and see what it has to say. A high idle is almost always an air leak of some sort - in the case of this car, it was internal on a device intended to add more air to the intake manifold.
Just replaced a ‘60 TR3 with a ‘93 NA, I’m having trouble recognizing what might be worn because it feels so much tighter than the TR3, but it is still a 30yo car built to a low budget. The Triumph sounded better though.
Just assume everything that’s rubber is hard or worn out after 30 years, and like Kieth said, flush all the fluids and check the tire dates…
As for sound, there are lots of aftermarket exhaust options for the Miata. Personally I’m a big fan of the stock exhaust with a cold air intake added under the hood. Power gains are probably nil, but it gives you some good induction sounds to enjoy.
@@redbluesome2829 🤦♂️
Great video! Do you have any recommendations on where the best place to look for a used NA would be?
FB, Craigslist, auction sites, Aututempest, newspaper..... anywhere there is classified car sales. Contacting your local Miata club for potential cars is a good idea too. You might find a good enthusiast car, and make some new Miata friends at the same time.
Ive been in the market for a miata and where im from they charge alot of money for them, even for NAs. I have a friend who's selling their 1990 model for a decent price but tells me the engine has been rebuilt.
I dont know much about engines so my question is if the engine less reliable now that its rebuilt.
If good components were used and the rebuild was done by a competent mechanic, a rebuilt engine is basically brand new.
Where is the video on quieting convertible top frame?
Great review. Wld u do anything abt the classic lifter tick in first few mins after start?? Replace exhaust side lifters. Use best 8 on lifter side and clean/flush???? Or Just live with it … it’s v typical on NAs with HLAs
Shell Rotella T6 oil helps with lifter tick.
Playing with oil weight can minimize it - try a little thicker or a little thinner. It's usually most persistent on cars that are started for a short period, such as backing them in and out of the garage. Thanks to the engine being used in other applications, you can get affordable replacement HLAs. There's a procedure for checking them, but you have to pull them out to do it. Good time to change the timing belt :)
Did the ‘93 have the sticker on the bumper?
1993 was the first year the emblem was attached to the nose of the bumper, and the sticker was no longer there.
Nice tips. I missed the slider pin lube when I redid my suspension last year. I would be interested in your specific tire selection. Are you staying with the stock size? Iḿ running all seasons right now and would love to hear what you chose.
Keith's going to run the Michelin Pilot Exalto in a the stock 185/60-14.
@@FlyinMiataVideo... When i bought mine in 2012 it had oversized Michelins , near new , couldn't bring myself to replace them back to the stock size and always felt that it upset the balance they try so hard to design in .
Just got to the sticker part. Was the 1990 model the only without the bumper decal?
They were on 1990-92, I think. Until the nose badge was introduced.
@@FlyinMiataVideo looking at original magazine ads, they aren't there.
@@LGF79 It is interesting that Mazda didn't have it in the ads, they may have been using preproduction vehicles for the photography. If you look at contemporary road tests, you can see the decal in the photographs. Keith owns another 1990 that he's had since 1993, and it still wears the decal that was applied at the factory. It can also be found in the parts fiches.
Great video, thanks!
Awesome thanks
I want to take my rebuilt title NA to you guys..been through heck with it from bent alternator brackets to a motorcycle battery in it when I first bought it!🤣
The Miata basically uses a motorcycle battery anyway.
@@redbluesome2829 🤦♂️
I have the same year miata what all should I change out to make it have more power and get better gas mileage and over all what parts need updated
Give our support line a call, we can help you come up with a plan. There isn't a lot of power waiting to be unlocked unless you go for boost or you start changing engine internals. About the only easy thing you can do is bump the base timing up to 14 degrees.
@@FlyinMiataVideo I will try that but mine was the 7th one made is what mazda said it's all stock 98k miles ive had it for 2 years now and it's got to where it idles at 2k and I've done turned it down to 850 but sometimes it does the 2k all day
@@001knifer5 If it's idling fast like that, there's an air leak somewhere. On a 1.6, it could be inside the air valve which means it needs replacement. They're fairly easy to change, so if you know someone with a known good one you could try swapping it out. Or look for missing/cracked hoses on the intake manifold.
@@FlyinMiataVideo the thing is it only does it like 2 times out of the week that's what I don't get
@@FlyinMiataVideo and also at a low idle it has a miss it acks like it has no fuel but I've done a full tune up and pump and new inj. To what could cause that
I predicted new suspension bushings and new shifter boot.
One out of two.
Both are great suggestions for cars with some mileage on them!
Do you have any recommendations for 1996 seat covers or replacement? Thanks.
Depending on your budget and use, you should contact your local auto-upholstery shop for the best quality options and installation. If you are just looking for something cheaper to cover a worn-out seat, check Moss Motors or some of the other Miata vendors to see what fitted options are available.
@@FlyinMiataVideo OK thanks. I've done all of those things already. Just wondering if you knew of or had feedback on any proven products that I could do myself. Upholstery shops where I live are cost prohibitive.
i have a question, hope it's not too late to ask it! i have a '92 with a hard top in Mexico and sadly, there aren't almost any NA/NB Miatas around to have a reference on what stuff should look like when they're fully taken care of.
the issue thats driving me nuts is that the soft top latches rattle a lot:
on the hard top there are a couple of 'tabs' with a bit of foam that are seemingly aligned to be on top of the soft top latches, but they are a couple of inches to high to actually touch each other. my solution to the rattling has been to put a small cloth folded between the tabs and the latches to push the latches down and shut them off, but of course its not the most elegant one. my question is: is the hard top supposed to have something there that helps maintain the latches in place? or is it more of an issue with the latches being way too loose so they rattle?
hope i explained myself good enough. and thank you Keith and the whole FM team for the great content you put out here for us :)
We have a couple of videos that will probably help you. One is about adjusting your latches, the other is about rebuilding them. The soft top and hard top latches work the same way.
ruclips.net/video/zjBnzCC142o/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/oMgQ_nJYsAI/видео.html
Michellin in 185 60 R14? I couldnt find name brand 14's anywhere.
Yup! You can get them from Coker Tire.
@@FlyinMiataVideo crazy I even contacted Michelin recently and they said no. Looks like exclusive to Coker Tire.
Guys, I gotta know... the blue NA with the tan roof and Kogeki's in the background... what paint colour/code is that? It's not Mariner?
I've seen them mention it in one of their other videos but sorry, I forget which one. I agree that color is fantastic
It’s a wrap in 3M Cosmic Blue. Check out the Captain Bob video on our channel!
Something i noticed while driving my 1990 miata was that the ride quality was a bit lower than another miata i drove. I felt the bumps a whole lot more and don't know what kind of upgrades i should look into. Any suggestions on that?
It's probably easiest if you give our tech support line a call so we can talk about your car. There are a number of things it could be, but we'd need to know more about your car to offer any good suggestions.
Interesting how it has the roadster sill trims?
Probably picked those up on the way home from Miata World 99 in Texas - we stopped off at Performance Buyer's Club to visit Tommy Grimes. They've been on the car for years.
@@FlyinMiataVideo oh I see, I just wondered if it was a type of Eunos/ Mazda calab.
They look good on it!! It’s nice to see an original car with just a few subtle mods. Enjoy her.
@@simonholmes3456 Eunos was Mazda, so there was no reason to send those sills to markets other than Japan. I also picked up a set, they were Eunos factory options AFAIK
1992 1.6l Euro car (Spain)
I feel a bit of play on the accelerator pedal. It’s a bit loose and shakes sideways ever so slightly. I tried tightening the throttle cable but that didn’t work (I only managed to scare the shit out of myself when the I started the car and it shot itself to 6,000 rpm).
Any thoughts on how to fix this? It’s making me quite upset
Try looking at the pivot on the pedal itself. It could be worn if the pedal moves side to side. This is the sort of investigation of weird little problems we were talking about - it seems like such a small thing, but it can really affect how much you enjoy the car.
Spark plugs ?
Yeah, basic maintenance is always a good start. Thanks for watching.
I owned a 94 Miata back in highschool and drove it for 5 years before I sold it, the car was no AC or PS from the factory was this called a enthusiast edition or just the cheapest spec model?
For 1994, we're assuming that was just the basest model. Miata.net has some great info on all the models and options for almost every year of Miata.
www.miata.net/faq/america/1994.html
@@FlyinMiataVideo thank you! it was decked out in flyin Miata parts too, you guys are the best
What are (Flyin' Miata) thoughts on aluminum rods: BME, R&R, GRP, MGP, etc...
What are (Flyin' Miata) thoughts on
the MaxSpark PNP Ignition Kit for '01-'05 Mazda Miata
Awesome YT show. Thanks for sharing.
We tend to prioritize strength on rods, thus our preference for Carrillos.
We have not tested the ignition system in question.
When will y’all Restock on the happy meal kits☝️
Please reach out to our customer support team directly for product ETAs, they'll be more than happy to help and give you any info we have for restocks. Thanks!
Keith, awhile back when you were talking about rolling fenders, I thought you mentioned that an ND would accommodate 245-40-17s. As I have discussed that with friends I’ve gotten pushback, so I want to ask a slightly different question. Will I have any problem fitting and driving 225-40-17s on my 2021 ND2 sport without any fender mods or suspension changes? Thanks Tom KC3QAC
We have been running 245/40-17 tires on ND Miatas for about 7 years now, we're pretty confident they'll fit. There's just not much margin for error and you're definitely giving up some delicacy of touch with the big rubber.
225/40-17 is actually slightly smaller in diameter than stock, so they'll likely work if you're on stock wheels.
I thought 1.6s sat a little higher than that? Looks like the perfect ride height but have the springs been switched or something? Also, what alignment settings do you recommend for stock NAs?
NA ride height varied over the years. This one’s on the “R package” perch height on the Konis.
We have our recommended alignment specs on our website.
I’ve got a hardtop but it got some wind noise at the window only driver side has anyone an idea why and how to fix it
You might need some fresh seals or just an adjustment on the window. Here are our instructions on the window adjustment and you can disregard these seals, since they're intended for soft tops. s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/instructions.flyinmiata/exterior_29/ILMotorsport_softtop_seal_kit_29-19100.pdf
Looking into buying a Miata have it lined up but has a rattle at about 40 mph. There is no rattle above or below that speed. Just wondering if anyone had any potential diagnosis for the issue. Thanks
That's a pretty vague description, so it's going to be impossible to diagnose or help without a lot more info. You might try reaching out to our customer support team directly through phone or email. They can probably help give you some ideas about where to look.
Any tips on getting rid of the ppf noise through the drive train? I've tried torque to spec etc a few times but the noise is still there.. drives me nuts
Give our tech line a call so we can figure out just what this noise is.
@@FlyinMiataVideo thanks for the reply. I'm actually from New Zealand . It's a horrible grinding noise on decel mostly and at some rev ranges in certain gears. I've lined it up as per fsm but still noisy..
@@arest846 A lightweight flywheel can make a noise like that - a ringing/gear noise on decel in a specific rev range.
@@arest846 Had that in my '93 for years. Tried realigning the PPF, changed flywheels/clutch/throwout bearing/pilot bearing etc.
In the end I think it's just a noise that certain NA transmissions have on decel, harmless yet annoying.
I had that noise on decel on my 91. It was exhaust shields. I added a few worm clamps on the heat shields and it went away. Later on a slightly different noise started that I couldn't pin down. Found it later when I did the timing belt. The front cover warped and the crank pulley ate a groove into the cover. Couldn't see it until disassembly
Anyone know where to get a Miata worked on in the Chattanooga TN area?
The closest shop we're aware of is in Murfreesboro TN - miatamix.com/
If you're not sure where to start your search for a local shop to install the parts for you, we'd suggest getting in touch with your local Miata club.
@@FlyinMiataVideo Thank you
I miss this sort of channel for the Nissan Z cars. Those cars are all about making it louder and uglier. I need a down to earth resource.
Get a miata
Is 1200rpm not a normal idle? 2001 NB2 here
Definitely not. 850-900 is spec when warm. The first thing you should do here is plug in a code reader and see what the car has to tell you.
@@FlyinMiataVideo It will go up a bit when you turn the A/C on ...
@@stanleythomas8457 Definitely not correct. check the idle with a scanner like FM said
Of course it's correct, the ECU bumps the idle when AC is on. 800 RPM for idle without AC and 1000 RPM with AC on for NB2.
@@graham_lewis
Step 1. Actually take care of it and do the proper maintenance
Step 2. Don't abuse a Small Engine
Define abuse. They always say a Miata is the kind of car you cam ring the piss out of on the street. Personally, I can never get used to the idea of a 7k redline. I feel like I’m doing bad if I don’t granny shift at 4k rpm, 5k tops. lol
@@redbluesome2829 If you don't know the definition of Abuse Google it.
Change the oil with full synthetic regularly and shift at red line. Mazda made a good little engine, you won’t hurt anything!
@@violinmiata SMH
Likely the guy that WOULD abuse a 1.6 engine and then only do an oil change every 10000 miles because it's fully synthetic. SMH
@@MattMatt77 the engineers at Mazda clearly knew what they were doing and set the redline appropriately. Sounds like someone with a keyboard needs a hug and a nice sunny drive.
Pretty much exactly what I did to my BRG 92 Eunos V special, just waiting on the new paint to be finished
Vibrations at 35 miles an hour
Don't use a diaper, use a microfiber 😉
The diaper thing is old school - reuseable cotton diapers after being washed hundreds of times make for good rags. Don't go pick up a set of disposable Pampers for this! But yeah, we all use microfiber cloths these days.
What sucks is having bought a Miata with clearcoat peel. Without the money to pay for a fancy paintjob it just looks like a total hunk of junk no matter what you do.
Check YT channel "Paint Society" for videos on how to DIY it in your garage. Can't make it look any worse than it already does, right?
WOOF!
1. Get rid of the ugly rims
Subjective, but.... yeah.
You guys are stealing our Canadian cars and making it hard to find one and one at a reasonable price.
This Canadian car was purchased by Keith's father in 1999. You missed your chance at it then!
Ottawa to Colorado sounds like such a fun trip to take in a new (to you) Miata
Especially if you like corn! There's a lot of Iowa and Nebraska en route.
Adjust your pedals!!! Take the slack out of the throttle and clutch pedal. Huge difference in driving feel.