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RLB454

14th March 2013, 19:36

I put a new Flyin Miata sticker on the windshield. I think it added at least 12hp :jump:

paintdude

14th March 2013, 20:22

Tie rod ends today, WOW what a difference..Get it done..

EricV

14th March 2013, 20:24

One of THOSE days. Emissions test, Passed :thumbs: and suspension change over. I'm running on 4 taquitos and some beer, its going somewhat smoothly (I stopped to check the garage section) but the driver side rear shock mount is a RapeaXe for your arm. :realmad: Gotta come up with an "I wrestled a bear" type story for the coworkers tomorrow.

DeanM

14th March 2013, 21:08

Over the weekend I fixed the power mirrors by cleaning and re-lubing the switch, thanks to the forums for the tip. In more fun news, I installed the Enthuza XR grin inducer :B

96Formula6spd

14th March 2013, 23:20

Played how low the gas gauge would go. Only took 11.5 gallons. Car has a 12.7 gallon tank so still tons of room in the gas tank. Wonder how low it will go.
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x231/supra681/DSC_0338_zpsfd38fa9f.jpg

Triple88A

14th March 2013, 23:32

So now it's an extra 30hp? It was 20 in you're first reply.

Yes you get more mid with a turbo than a SC, towards the redline they average out but turbo still pulls ahead since you dont have the parasitic losses.

PlayerONE

15th March 2013, 01:07

I finally got my steering wheel cover in the mail today, so I decided to check that off the list by installing it this evening.
As some of you may remember (http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.php?p=6205979&postcount=17) from a few weeks ago (http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.php?p=6205991&postcount=18), I had tried to clean the gunk off the wheel with some simple green.
http://i45.tinypic.com/2uo2r6a.jpg
While it worked pretty well, the leather was beyond recovery, so I ordered a $5 leather ''stitch it yourself'' cover from china.
A shout out to Triple88A for providing some awesome instructions and detailed pictures on how to install it! (here (http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.php?p=6231325&postcount=12157) and here (http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.php?p=6231794&postcount=12169))
Armed with that knowledge, I decided to test my abilities. I think it turned out pretty decent.
http://i48.tinypic.com/5lcjft.jpg

http://i48.tinypic.com/2upvmef.jpg

http://i48.tinypic.com/j0a541.jpg
I'm pretty satisfied with how it turned out, especially when considering that the final cost of that little project was a mere $5

mcukrow

15th March 2013, 07:33

Very nice! Do you have a link for the steering wheel cover? I have been thinking about doing one of these...

Seashed

15th March 2013, 08:31

PlayerONE,

Very nicely done! It appears that you took great pains to keep the stitching tight and even, and the end result looks all the better for your effort. An inspiration to the rest of us who may need the same.

jamesr242

15th March 2013, 09:13

That steering wheel looks great. Looks like one of the best covers I've seen. Pretty surprising for a $5 kit. Looks just as good if not better that some of those spendy Redline ones.

Soraia

15th March 2013, 09:19

You don't need something as strong as simple green to clean steering wheel. Hot water a good micro-fiber cloth does the job.

chemwarrior

15th March 2013, 09:56

I'm pretty satisfied with how it turned out, especially when considering that the final cost of that little project was a mere $5

Happen to have a link to that steering wheel cover? Thanks.

PlayerONE

15th March 2013, 12:19

Very nice! Do you have a link for the steering wheel cover? I have been thinking about doing one of these...

Happen to have a link to that steering wheel cover? Thanks.

By popular demand, here (http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Leather-DIY-Car-Steering-Wheel-Cover-With-Needles-and-Thread-Black-/150922565983?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2323af995f&vxp=mtr) is the link. Just don't be scared about the shipping from china. It took about 25 days to get mine.
PlayerONE,

Thanks! And yeah, my fingers were really sore when I was done stitching. This helped tighten up the thread pretty well. :thumbs:
http://hfreviews.com/thumbnails/94500.gif

GreaseMonkey2000

15th March 2013, 12:28

installed plugged egr fittings on header and IM and took the miata for a spin with the new exhaust :thumbs: and went and cleared my CEL's to see if they will stay off now that i have a new cat,new o2 sensors and changed vacuum line for boost solenoid.

shoult

15th March 2013, 13:34

If you've disconnected or plugged off your EGR tube then your CEL will keep coming on.

GreaseMonkey2000

15th March 2013, 13:44

If you've disconnected or plugged off your EGR tube then your CEL will keep coming on.

I have seen on here some where that if you change the vaccum line from the bottom of the IM to the top by the TB that goes to the boost solenoid that it will not...i dunno:dunno:

shoult

15th March 2013, 16:25

I have seen on here some where that if you change the vaccum line from the bottom of the IM to the top by the TB that goes to the boost solenoid that it will not...i dunno:dunno:

That's a different EGR CEL usually pointing to a dirty upper/lower intake manifold. It has nothing to do with simply blocking off your EGR tube.

GreaseMonkey2000

15th March 2013, 16:38

it was the P0402 if im not mistaken. It had two codes before..one for bank 1 catalyst below threshold and the other for insufficient egr flow if im not mistaken.

Triple88A

15th March 2013, 16:42

I used a screwdriver to tighten up the threads. Worked like charm. I did mine in the car without taking out the steering wheel. Just turn it so its more comfortable and keep going.

shoult

15th March 2013, 16:49

After making a few runs through the Dragon last weekend I had a little issue with my cooling system. The aftermarket radiator caps I had purchased last year was giving up the ghost which lead to some higher temps then I wanted to see. So today I stopped at a local Nelson Mazda dealer to pick up an OEM cap. They didn't have one in stock, but for $20.18 plus shipping they would order one for me. I thanked them, went home and ordered one from Rosenthal for less then $18 with shipping. This is the third time I've gone to Nelson Mazda and been told they don't have parts for a Miata in stock.

BTW, the radiator cap in question fits these cars......

1999-2005 Miata
1995-2002 Millenia
2000-2003 MPV
1999-2003 Protege

chiefmg

15th March 2013, 19:33

Discovered my recent miss/stutter was being caused by coolant leaking into #3 cylinder and was not a function of anything with the MS as I had thought possible. So now I have to pull the head shortly before going back to work, or the car will sit for 3-4 months.

Dr. Duck

16th March 2013, 02:03

I rebuilt my (non-functional) remote out of salvaged parts from ebay remotes. Now it works again - hooray! :)

kallsop

16th March 2013, 03:01

Thanks! And yeah, my fingers were really sore when I was done stitching. This helped tighten up the thread pretty well. :thumbs:
http://hfreviews.com/thumbnails/94500.gif

Just ordered one myself, and i actually have the tools shown. Bought them years ago for work, and they are some of the handiest things to have. Recommend them to everyone for your tool box.:thumbs:

Fighting Sailor

16th March 2013, 10:36

I re painted the front bumper (Chrysler brilliant silver was a dead on match) installed a hide away license plate bracket, installed a new exhaust tip and buffed the entire car. She's shining like a Diamond ! A few months ago I installed a mustang GT 350 hood scoop (perfect fit) and a Mazda speed rear spoiler
Next project is Le Mans stripes Ill post pics soon.

Fighting Sailor

16th March 2013, 10:54

Oh and I also buffed out my yellowed foggy headlights. I had used a headlight resto kit but they yellowed again. So I followed the advice of a friend who restores cars and buffed them in 3 stages 1) rubbing compound. 2) polishing compound 3) carnuba wax. They look brand new!

PlayerONE

16th March 2013, 12:01

I'd love to see pics of that hood scoop.

Fighting Sailor

16th March 2013, 17:18

Here's a pic of the GT 350 hood scoop. I attached it to the car with rivet screws to emulate the 289 Cobra. It is functional inasmuch as it allows for cooling of the engine bay.

Fighting Sailor

16th March 2013, 17:21

Here's a better shot (I hope)

CrazyBlue85

16th March 2013, 18:06

I take it there was a spat a few minutes ago. Unfortunate.

In more positive news, I think the scoop looks interesting. Definitely different, and I personally think it'd look even better if it was body-color. But hey, if you like it as is, it's your car, your money, and your style. Rock it!

In more negative news, I ruined another wheel stud today rotating my tires. This one snapped as I was getting the lug nut off. I think it's time for all the originals to go. I'll order a complete set of new ones and see if I can't find a flange nut with the right pitch depth (which Lowe's doesn't have in any nut style) to seat them.

As a side note, a 27mm 12 or 18 point socket fits just right over the stock Miata jack's round rotating thing that you use the infernal cheap, bendy thing on. Sure, it mars the Rotating Thing(TM), but it goes up and down so much faster and easier with an electric drill. And no, I'm not using my impact wrench on it. That's for special, occasional jobs, unlike tire service centers who think an oversized rattlegun is the solution for all problems, but that's another thread entirely!

chiefmg

16th March 2013, 18:07

Spent four hours and got the engine stripped down to pull the head. Leaving the head in place for now as the new gaskets won't arrive until Wednesday. Will probably pull it tomorrow to look at doing a spacerless coolant reroute.

Triple88A

16th March 2013, 19:00

Here's a pic of the GT 350 hood scoop. I attached it to the car with rivet screws to emulate the 289 Cobra. It is functional inasmuch as it allows for cooling of the engine bay.

To be exact it makes it worse... Because of it now you have less airflow going through your radiator. :eek:

qoheleth

16th March 2013, 19:06

Took advantage of the warmer weather and put the top down for the first time this year. drove around through the country and wound up at Sims Barbecue for supper.

Can't wait for the rest of spring to get here.

EricV

16th March 2013, 19:20

Went for a 2.5 hour drive hunting down curvy roads. Found a bunch of odd cars, a gallardo convertible, pt cruiser with dual side pipes and probably a motor swap since it was quite fast, and what might have been a morris minor

inheritthefire

16th March 2013, 19:46

Did an oil change, replaced the foam that goes between the radiator and the bumper support, cleaned the MAF, and discovered a tear in my drivers seat cloth on the seat bottom...

This is probably due to how I get in and out of the car (sit, then rotate my legs in) combined with the fact that my top seals (against the window) have decided to start leaking... Those are on order, and I'll have them in on Friday.

Probably going to attempt to use the permatex fabric repair kit to fix the tears in my seats, at least until I can afford replacement upholstery.

ApexAnimal95

16th March 2013, 20:01

I bought a single lug nut from a local auto parts store for around $2.00. Backed it up with a few thick heavy duty washers with some lube between them and pulled the studs up tight slowly and surely with a ratchet.

socal pat

16th March 2013, 20:54

We do need pics! Also, what year silver?

Panchira!

16th March 2013, 21:32

Took me and the wife out to dinner and she rolled over to 77700 miles on the way down.

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l13/SW203SGTE/6DAF0D94-3583-4457-94BC-D69143C93C7B-3195-0000053277773AB4_zps8eaa0650.jpg

ApexAnimal95

16th March 2013, 22:58

I'm starting to dig your lights. When do you use them? Are you using them as headlights?

CrazyBlue85

16th March 2013, 23:15

Apex, that's pretty much how I did it. The washers didn't need any lube; they slid on each other just fine. However, to make it easier for the next one(s) I do, I'll remember that; thank you. Also, I've always dug Panchira!'s rally lights. They're awesome.

On that note, Panchira!, you wouldn't happen to have finished the writeup or re-design you talked about a few(?) months back?

Letit*now

16th March 2013, 23:24

Looked at the battery tender indicator lights. Still good! :)

Fighting Sailor

17th March 2013, 00:03

We do need pics! Also, what year silver?

Pics posted earlier. Keep in mind I'm waiting to install Le Mans stripes in the same gunmetal color.

joshxt

17th March 2013, 03:39

caught up on lots of maintenance today..

timing belt/idler/tensioner
water pump
spark plugs (much needed)
pcv
coolant flush
valve cover gasket

now i can finally drive it like i stole it without too much worry. also..put the top down.

in texas that'll get you one hell of a sunburn.. and boy is it painful. worth it.

Belbody

17th March 2013, 05:56

I just changed the oil in the shifter tourete and celaned/lubricated the upper and lower bushings of the shifter. Oil was 1 year old but already looking muddy.
Uau! So much improvement in gear shifting! Smooooooth.

GSN

17th March 2013, 07:57

Used the forum instructions to repair both soft top latches. The first one went without a hitch, however the second ended up with the tap snapped off - ugh!

So, I used some JB weld on top of my impromptu tap "post" and it turned out nice.

http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/2530/buttonor.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/6/buttonor.jpg/)

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RIRider

17th March 2013, 09:21

To be exact it makes it worse... Because of it now you have less airflow going through your radiator. :eek:

I'm having a hard time envisioning how this could happen.

ApexAnimal95

17th March 2013, 09:26

I'm having a hard time envisioning how this could be happen.
Increased pressure in the engine bay. Air won't flow as easily into the engine bay through the grill because it has to overcome more pressure.

That's the theory, I'm not sure that it would actually turn out that way.

Triple88A

17th March 2013, 10:05

I'm having a hard time envisioning how this could happen.

A radiator needs pressure difference to flow air. Its how air flows... high to low. Do we agree on that?

You want high pressure in front of the radiator and low pressure behind the radiator. Putting hood scoop increases the pressure BEHIND the radiator therefore the pressure difference across the radiator decreases. That is why adding a hood scoop makes the radiator less efficient. If you want better cooling add an extractor vent.

Fighting Sailor

17th March 2013, 10:52

Increased pressure in the engine bay. Air won't flow as easily into the engine bay through the grill because it has to overcome more pressure.

That's the theory, I'm not sure that it would actually turn out that way.

Your right of course it's simple physics. I have vented it at the rear so according to the Venturi effect the air is actually pulled through at an increased rate on cold days you can actually see the hot air venting against the wind screen. The only way I have to quantify this is observation of course and I have seen a noticeable drop according to the temp gauge.

shoult

17th March 2013, 10:58

You're not going to see any change on the Temp gauge since it stays at 12 o'clock from roughly 165 to 225 degrees.

Captain Coulee

17th March 2013, 11:23

I added giant dice to the mirror, zebra seat covers, moon wheel covers, and a hurst shifter. Now it's off to Porky's Drive-in to meet up with Dodger and his channeled and chopped '53 Merc. Groovy, Dude!

Fighting Sailor

17th March 2013, 11:24

I know only what I observe. I've been modifying cars for many years Celicas, Mustangs, Focus, Taurus and now a Miata This isn't my first rodeo ... However I will concede to those with more experience in this platform But, the scoop is on my car and I like it.

BTW take a look in your wheel well the radiator air vents just forward of the front wheels. Also, on a typical West Texas summer day the temp gauge rides at the 2 O'clock position after this install the temp Gauge rides at the aforementioned 12 O'clock.

Captain Coulee

17th March 2013, 11:45

I really don't quite get this thread (?). Usually a moderator would re-route some of this stuff to it's proper location. Lots of this stuff would be interesting to read if you knew where to find it. Right now this is kind of a hodge-podge. Like the junk drawer in your kitchen.

I'm outta here!:wave:

shoult

17th March 2013, 11:59

Also, on a typical West Texas summer day the temp gauge rides at the 2 O'clock position after this install the temp Gauge rides at the aforementioned 12 O'clock.

Then on a typical West Texas summer day you are VERY close to overheating. There is something WRONG with the way your cooling system is working. As I said, the dash board gauge won't move off 12 o'clock until it's at about 225 which is WAY too hot. Here in TN last summer when it was over 100 I was able to maintain 95-100 mph for over an hour with the AC on and the highest temp I saw was 219 (dash gauge STILL at 12' o'clock) while drafting someone.

RIRider

17th March 2013, 12:10

A radiator needs pressure difference to flow air. Its how air flows... high to low. Do we agree on that?

I'm just questioning the amount of air flow going into a radiator that's positioned pretty close to its " inlet" and the amount of air that's being pushed down, into the engine compartment. I think the difference is negligible, but that's just me. :)

Fighting Sailor

17th March 2013, 12:14

Oh well I see we are at an impass. Point conceded you win.

Captain Coulee

17th March 2013, 13:09

Did the EGR line reroute, put the top down took a short drive, went into a store for a soda, came out and found a bird approved of my detailing work with it's stamp of approval on the passenger seat. :realmad:

Pictures or it didn't happen!:rofl:

Fighting Sailor

17th March 2013, 14:26

Very good point I put the scoop on mostly for looks anyway.

rwyatt365

17th March 2013, 16:13

Greased the poly bushings on the front. Not the funnest job, but it kills the squeak-monster once a year.

Panchira!

17th March 2013, 19:11

Washed it and put the new covercraft cover one. As for the how to wright up about the light will be doing that next weekend. I have had to work pretty much every weekend for a month :(

CrazyBlue85

17th March 2013, 19:42

Panchira!, no worries. Life happens. Sometimes it smacks you in the face with a mace. Sometimes it hands you delicacies on a silver platter.

J3cubrc

17th March 2013, 20:40

^^Nice account of your experience. Thanks.

ApexAnimal95

17th March 2013, 21:11

Panchira!, no worries. Life happens. Sometimes it smacks you in the face with a mace. Sometimes it hands you delicacies on a silver platter.

Autocross #2 down. Steady improvement through my fourth run (that's all we had time for today, four runs with two groups). The first run was nice and easy to get a feel for the course. The rest were steady reductions in time, even with a big slide (no cones!) on run #2. My foot is beginning to learn that it's not an on-off switch in Autocross. I even lightly modulated the throttle Senna-style through some corners for grins. I'm not going to be winning any awards this season I'm sure, but I've always known I was a talentless hack. A talentless hack with one big, stupid grin all over his face. :D
There's always rookie of the year award.
I was amazed that last year (my 4th, but first with the Miata) I took 8th overall in points for our little club. That was on some not so great tires and a car with 120k on original suspension.
You may end up surprising yourself.:)

CrazyBlue85

17th March 2013, 21:17

I think that'll go to one of my new buddies in a nice, stock NC (except for RX-7 wheels and good summer tires). It even has the open diff, which got him into trouble on one run today. It was a spin that he was able to recover from cleanly and safely, tossed it in first as the car finished rotating, and kept going. Otherwise, he's doing quite well and having a lot of fun doing it. On that note, one of the guys that came out two weeks ago traded in his M3(!) for a brand-new NC Clubman/Club Sport/whatever it is with the club badges and nice details. He had a Miata before, "upgraded," kept getting shamed by cars with 1/3 the power, and had to come back.

EricV

17th March 2013, 22:02

They caught me! Got pulled over and ticketed for driving without a front plate. :rolleyes: time for the obligatory picture and protest per the officers suggestion.

Kylini

17th March 2013, 22:25

They caught me! Got pulled over and ticketed for driving without a front plate. :rolleyes: time for the obligatory picture and protest per the officers suggestion.

Ouch! Might have to just put in an offset license plate bracket, eh? :D

I installed a Boss Frog Clearview with the help of the very capable original owner (he upgraded to a full cage). While it won't be the best for autocross, it really solidifies the car and feels great all the time. Padding is coming soon...

http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar1p.jpg (http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar1.jpg)
http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar2p.jpg (http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar2.jpg)
http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar3p.jpg (http://kylini.com/ul/rollbar3.jpg)

EricV

17th March 2013, 22:36

Yeah, suppose I should. Yours does look acceptable at least, and we do have the same bumper setup. :wave:

Not convinced yet, my LEO friends say not to bother though. But its the law of the land even if its not usually enforced. Bit of a moral quandary for tomorrow

Soraia

17th March 2013, 23:07

Mine has front plate bracket that does drill holes in front of the bumper.

I tightened alternator belt. Hopefully no more squealing in morning.

lukejazz

17th March 2013, 23:11

Went on a little jaunt with The Piney Hills Miata Club.
http://youtu.be/_Ez-tpV23bA
I'm really grateful to the organizer of this group. I get a big kick out of these trips.

Function > Form

18th March 2013, 07:16

Started the install of my roll bar...she's still in pieces until next weekend when I have more time.

Coilovers are coming next week, so I'm starting to feel a little pressed for time in a good way!

Kylini

18th March 2013, 07:31

Started the install of my roll bar...she's still in pieces until next weekend when I have more time.

Coilovers are coming next week, so I'm starting to feel a little pressed for time in a good way!

Whatever you do, make sure you point the seat belt retractors INWARD as opposed to dead center vertically. You'll have to cut the centering tab on the top of the retractor to do it. You can use the existing top 10 mm bolt in the same location to prevent it from rotating back (that and 20 ft/lbs of torque on the bottom 17 mm bolt). Needless to say, this is done much more easily when they're off the car!

Function > Form

18th March 2013, 08:32

Thanks! But if you rotate it inwards, won't the bottom bolt be out of alignment with the lower hole then? Would you have a picture of what you are describing?

The instructions from Bethania leave 'just a little' to be desired.

Kylini

18th March 2013, 12:31

I sadly don't have a picture but imagine the bottom 17 mm bolt as a pivot. If you loosen it, you can rotate the seat belt retractor to the left or the right a limited degree (before the squared off bottom contacts the frame). The top of the retractor has a piece of bent metal meant to center it in a notch cut into the tower frame material. This must be cut off in order to freely rotate the tower and bolt it down in its new position.

Triple88A

18th March 2013, 12:42

Any air going through that scoop is that much less going through the radiator.

justinsane

18th March 2013, 14:13

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/253787_10151395889417912_2094927282_n.jpg
Started on my Hard Dog M2 Sport install, first thing I noticed is that there are a lot more wires on the NB than on my 1990

Function > Form

18th March 2013, 14:16

Did you find 4 wires (2 black, 1 red, 1 green) under the carpet that sits vertically behind the passenger seat back? Wondering what it is for...

Fighting Sailor

18th March 2013, 15:47

Yeah, suppose I should. Yours does look acceptable at least, and we do have the same bumper setup. :wave:

Not convinced yet, my LEO friends say not to bother though. But its the law of the land even if its not usually enforced. Bit of a moral quandary for tomorrow

I just installed an electric Hide Away front license plate bracket. I got mine from American Muscle. I know any number of tuner shops carry them. They are universal fit and best of all no holes in the bumper! ( plus it gives you a sorta James Bond effect).

Motocrossx23

18th March 2013, 22:24

Video of the new exhaust installed.

It's a bit raspy in the video but not soo much in person, I'm happy with it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioQV2dhbnkc

This is a more accurate video of the sound, minus the guidos.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5CGeYfE93A

justinsane

19th March 2013, 00:07

Video of the new exhaust installed.

It's a bit raspy in the video but not soo much in person, I'm happy with it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioQV2dhbnkc

This is a more accurate video of the sound, minus the guidos.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5CGeYfE93A

Car looks sweet and definitely a much throatier sound than stock
haha, which poor soul did you make film your video, they're coughing!

Motocrossx23

19th March 2013, 00:33

Haha thanks! I need to install my coilovers still but so far I'm loving the exhaust. It's too bad it's snowing out and they just salted my street. I can't wait to drive this thing. It's going to be a whole new car with the exhaust, rollbar, wheels and coilovers.

lesebre

19th March 2013, 13:08

Installed a set of BFGoodrich GForce Sport comp 2's and drove home in 10 degree weather. Believe me it was a bit dicey!!

inheritthefire

19th March 2013, 16:59

Tried out the Permatex Fabric Repair kit last night (has to dry overnight) and, honestly... It wasn't the greatest thing ever. One thing I will say about it though, is that it definitely is better than having a big rip in the drivers seat.

It'll have to do for now, until I start my new job and can afford to replace the seats / seat upholstery.

For those interested, the part number is 25247, and I paid about $9 for it.

EricV

19th March 2013, 17:01

Anyway you can snap a pic or two for us?

inheritthefire

19th March 2013, 17:06

Anyway you can snap a pic or two for us?

Yeah, I'll go take a couple. It looks ok in shadows, but I didn't do a great job matching the color of the seat so you can definitely see the repaired portions in direct sunlight.

Fighting Sailor

19th March 2013, 17:15

Yeah, I'll go take a couple. It looks ok in shadows, but I didn't do a great job matching the color of the seat so you can definitely see the repaired portions in direct sunlight.

I repaired the door vinyl on mine I could mix a match to save my life! However duplicolor vinyl stain did the trick.

inheritthefire

19th March 2013, 17:17

Well, here they are -

The flash makes it look like it's an even more horribly mismatched color... I promise it doesn't look THAT awful.
I repaired two tears that were about 3/4" apart and about 1.5" long. That's the big portion you see. I also preemptively repaired some smaller spots that were starting to separate in an arc, moving down and to the right of the big spot:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/mrkoren/2013-03-19_16-08-53_87_zpsb7951200.jpg

It didn't come out the smoothest, but this is probably due to my sneezing (accidentally inhaled a bit of the powdered fabric) and spilling on the adhesive, then attempting to smooth it after the fact.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/mrkoren/2013-03-19_16-09-02_118_zps4d5ecaed.jpg

It seems like it should well enough for the next few months until I can replace them.

I also picked up a new cup holder today:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y18/mrkoren/2013-03-19_16-09-53_35_zps8fdbe406.jpg

Claff

19th March 2013, 17:26

Took the MSM through its every-other-year smog check today. The car has a penchant to throw occasional CELs and I keep forgetting to write down the code for further investigation: by the time I think about it, the light's out and it's back to happy motoring. Today the light was out so I caught it on a good day. Took it down for the OBDII scan and it came up with a passing grade.

RazzCat

19th March 2013, 17:38

Well, not today but a few days ago; shaved the raised DOT and other numbers off my side marker lenses:

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-9JTzHvusCq8/UUjcch7bWXI/AAAAAAAAAZo/ZSDkIt-ZTBk/s800/CIMG3731.JPG

Ones on the left of each set are Before; on the right of each set are After.

Used 400 grit, then 1000, 2000, 3000, all wet. Then compound, and polish.

GreaseMonkey2000

19th March 2013, 17:49

Well, not today but a few days ago; shaved the raised DOT and other numbers off my side marker lenses:

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-9JTzHvusCq8/UUjcch7bWXI/AAAAAAAAAZo/ZSDkIt-ZTBk/s800/CIMG3731.JPG

Ones on the left of each set are Before; on the right of each set are After.

Used 400 grit, then 1000, 2000, 3000, all wet. Then compound, and polish.

Sweet! I think the "devil is in the details", i love stuff like that since most would miss it until its pointed out.

RazzCat

19th March 2013, 18:21

Sweet! I think the "devil is in the details", i love stuff like that since most would miss it until its pointed out.

Thanks, GM2K. Noticed the markings while I was doing my 'paint refresh' project, and decided it seemed an appropriate add-on.

I finished my paint refresh/detail a week ago. I've always kept my car clean and shiny, but lately, I'd been noticing the swirl marks accumulated over 12 years of washing and waxing; they're inevitable on a daily driver no matter how careful you are.

Anyway, here's the trunk lid Before:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qeLyo4l62AU/UT6r6ugXTaI/AAAAAAAAAW8/bxLolvOr0-0/s640/CIMG3634.JPG

And After:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VBoIfs-62Iw/UUSx8WupWlI/AAAAAAAAAXo/oWCTsuGfbyg/s800/CIMG3736.JPG

All panels' paint now looks like that trunk lid.
Took a complete wet sanding with 3000 grit, then coarse and fine compound, coarse and fine polish, and topped with paint sealant.
All told, 2 weeks work but well worth it...

Fighting Sailor

19th March 2013, 18:28

Wow! That looks fantastic. I'm in the middle of the same project my miata is silver ( much easier) but my Shelby is black and it will take considerably longer. The Miata has a number of deep dings as well which I'm taking to a pro.

Beamer

19th March 2013, 18:29

washed and waxed

chiefmg

19th March 2013, 20:33

Pulled the head. Gasket looked fine and all fasteners were tight. No obvious signs of cracks in the head (didn't remove the valves) so I have no idea what caused the coolant in #3 cylinder. Decided I would not try to get it done before I go back to work so now I have time to research and find a good machine shop to check it out for me.

Soraia

20th March 2013, 09:43

Warped head? Something is not right if coolant is leaking in.

Kylini

20th March 2013, 09:49

Replaced my fuel filter last night for $20 and a lot of swearing. My car didn't have the easy hose clamps everyone else's pictures have so it took 2 hours and dumped a quarter gallon on me. My sport package chassis stiffening got in the way too!

That said, my car starts up GREAT! I'm a bit terrified at the difference...

chemwarrior

20th March 2013, 10:06

Thanks, GM2K. Noticed the markings while I was doing my 'paint refresh' project, and decided it seemed an appropriate add-on.

Anyway, here's the trunk lid Before:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qeLyo4l62AU/UT6r6ugXTaI/AAAAAAAAAW8/bxLolvOr0-0/s640/CIMG3634.JPG

And After:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VBoIfs-62Iw/UUSx8WupWlI/AAAAAAAAAXo/oWCTsuGfbyg/s800/CIMG3736.JPG

That looks fan-frickin-tastic. I've always wanted to do this to my cars, but am fearful that I will screw it up to the point of needing a respray.

smustang1234

20th March 2013, 10:07

Well today I will...Rotate tires, pull rotors and clean for new Hawk HPS pads, change oil, add a toggle switch ( in cold air box ) for my AC compressor clutch,do foam work on drivers seat, and then wash and wax. David

RazzCat

20th March 2013, 11:22

That looks fan-frickin-tastic. I've always wanted to do this to my cars, but am fearful that I will screw it up to the point of needing a respray.

Thanks, CW. I've never done this before, so I was scared of cutting through the clear coat.
A lot of reading and watching videos on the AutoGeek forums gave me enough confidence to tackle it.
If I can do it, I'm sure you can... ;)

atl_sud

20th March 2013, 12:09

That looks fan-frickin-tastic. I've always wanted to do this to my cars, but am fearful that I will screw it up to the point of needing a respray.

Paint correction can be done without wetsanding. You should definitely start with the least aggressive method before going to wetsanding. Autopia.org has a wealth of information on paint correction.

I suggest getting a dual action polisher and a set of pads. You can remove the holograms and swirls with polish without the risk of burning the paint.

I own a Porter Cable DA but I hear good reviews on the Harbor Freight dual action polisher.

chemwarrior

20th March 2013, 16:20

Paint correction can be done without wetsanding. You should definitely start with the least aggressive method before going to wetsanding. Autopia.org has a wealth of information on paint correction.

I suggest getting a dual action polisher and a set of pads. You can remove the holograms and swirls with polish without the risk of burning the paint.

I own a Porter Cable DA but I hear good reviews on the Harbor Freight dual action polisher.

I have watched a lot of videos on autogeek and almost pulled the trigger on buying a Porter Cable DA, but I am glad to read that the Harbor Freight polisher has good reviews seeing as I buy something from HF weekly.

mx5gokart

20th March 2013, 19:03

Installed my new westco battery and shutoff. C'mon spring!

LuvMy99Miata

20th March 2013, 22:11

Bought new leather skins for the seats! Now I'm trying to talk a friend into installing, lol!

Kylini

21st March 2013, 00:58

Added some Longacre SFI padding (two sticks) and wrapped it in Pro Comp Rapz (one package). This left me with plenty of material to trim however I wanted.

http://kylini.com/ul/padding.jpg

It's a bit fatter than I'd like, but I'd rather have the protection.

usshelena725

21st March 2013, 07:59

We need to see some pics when it's done!

Woodk61000

21st March 2013, 08:04

Drove it to work, still working on getting the garage cleaned up enough so the miata and my wifes G6 will fit with all of my junk.

basil_parphoof_lll

21st March 2013, 09:37

Bought new leather skins for the seats! Now I'm trying to talk a friend into installing, lol!
Article with illustrations;

Northcoast Miata Club
Exhaust Notes ( club newsletter)
August issue ,page 10 & August Extra section pages 11&12

good2go

21st March 2013, 12:07

Added some Longacre SFI padding (two sticks) and wrapped it in Pro Comp Rapz (one package). This left me with plenty of material to trim however I wanted.

http://kylini.com/ul/padding.jpg

It's a bit fatter than I'd like, but I'd rather have the protection.

I don't know how tall you are, but considering how high up in the car I sit, and then looking at the location of your seat relative to the bar, I can't help but think this thought: If a major league baseball player swung a bat directly into my skull, I would certainly prefer if it had SFI padding on it than not to have it, but regardless, I'm not so sure I would survive the incident either way. :sad:

(I'm currently figuring out other seating solutions)

Fighting Sailor

21st March 2013, 12:15

Getting pointless dent repair amazing Anybody in San Angelo call Rimedy Rim Repair on Facebook.

Seashed

21st March 2013, 12:17

It doesn't seem "pointless" to me! Always a good reason to get rid of dents.

I've used a couple of those "paintless" dent repair companies, and was amazed
at their skill and the end results! Well worth the money spent, as I recall it was
between $90 and $125 depending on size of dent.

Kylini

21st March 2013, 12:18

(I'm currently figuring out other seating solutions)

I'm not insanely tall (5'10") but I am large (270 lbs) so I need some space in the cabin. Since installing the roll bar last weekend, I've been moving the seat a notch forward. It still doesn't change the fact that my head (helmet or not) is significantly safer with the padding, no matter how ugly it is.

For racing purposes, the padding doesn't change the fact that I need to buy a harness bar, find a good set of Schroth Rallye 4 anti-submarine harnesses to work with my stock seat during autocross, and look into racing seats for PDX (if and when I get to that point).

For street purposes, it gives me the piece of mind that even in the worst of accidents, any potential head trauma is likely to be survivable without cognitive damage. I'll still be farked up, mind you, but the bar won't be what kills me.

josaboy

21st March 2013, 12:27

Changed out my steering wheel with a used (new to me) one, fixed my 3rd brake light bulb, and pulled out a wadded bubblegum wrapper stuck in my e-brake sensor causing my e-brake warning light to stay on while I drove.

good2go

21st March 2013, 12:47

Yeah, I actually go back and forth on my worrying about this. Just the other day I had the softtop up and noticed the close proximity of its substantial (and unpadded!) metal framework next to my head . . . whattayuhgonnado :dunno:

usshelena725

21st March 2013, 13:44

Got my class numbers all ready for the first auto x race coming up in two weeks.

159431

Fighting Sailor

21st March 2013, 16:34

It doesn't seem "pointless" to me! Always a good reason to get rid of dents.

LMAO! Damn auto correct! Yes it's paintless.... Truly talent is needed to pull it off.

LuvMy99Miata

21st March 2013, 22:19

Article with illustrations;

Northcoast Miata Club
Exhaust Notes ( club newsletter)
August issue ,page 10 & August Extra section pages 11&12

Thank you so much, well appreciated!

joshxt

22nd March 2013, 02:14

looks fantastic!

Thanks, GM2K. Noticed the markings while I was doing my 'paint refresh' project, and decided it seemed an appropriate add-on.

Anyway, here's the trunk lid Before:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qeLyo4l62AU/UT6r6ugXTaI/AAAAAAAAAW8/bxLolvOr0-0/s640/CIMG3634.JPG

And After:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VBoIfs-62Iw/UUSx8WupWlI/AAAAAAAAAXo/oWCTsuGfbyg/s800/CIMG3736.JPG

5Miata10

22nd March 2013, 02:26

Did the 01 header swap on my 99. (easiest header install ever) Ordered a Koyo 37mm radiator. Flushing and switching to FL22.

Seashed

22nd March 2013, 13:52

Getting ready to "un-hibernate" the Miata, I am finalizing some stuff.
I finished tidying up the engine compartment, rearranging some wiring,
and generally cleaning up.

The best thing is the "dead pedal" mod! I have seen this here before and
finally undertook it myself. I am 6'0", but with 36" inseam, and that pedal
just didn't give me enough room to put my left leg out comfortably.

With just over 1.25" cut out of the middle of the plastic pedal piece, it makes
a world of difference. I should have done it years ago. I didn't take photos,
as it was one of my "midnight madness" projects, but others here have shown
the procedure with photos, I believe.

It is great now to just have that little bit more for the
old left leg. If any of you have the same issue, but don't want to pull that pedal out completely, give the re-section mod a try.

shroom

22nd March 2013, 14:34

I spun the crankshaft ~2.4 million times yesterday... Drove it 650 miles from VA to FL. ~10 hours at 4000 rpm. :)

pmf73

22nd March 2013, 14:38

Just ordered a new top from Moss for my NB. It needs one bad!

Miata_crazy

22nd March 2013, 15:05

What's up everyone. I'm new to this forum and just want to get the word out. I just bought my first miata last month. It's a 1999 miata. 159510159511

bigdave

22nd March 2013, 15:10

Getting ready to "un-hibernate" the Miata, I am finalizing some stuff.
I finished tidying up the engine compartment, rearranging some wiring,
and generally cleaning up.

It is great now to just have that little bit more for the
old left leg. If any of you have the same issue, but don't want to pull that pedal out completely, give the re-section mod a try.

you live in San Diego and "hibernated" your Miata??

the dead pedal mod is a great one. have you checked out the mod on removing 2" of the accelerator? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTs8ZFee_6o&list=UUvLX0T0yck4kEIgcsbi03YA this and the dead pedal mod are the best things I've done to my Miata.

Seashed

22nd March 2013, 15:25

My "hibernation" was actually for the owner's health related issues. Nothing wrong with the weather or the car, just me.

I have seen the accelerator mod, not sure how much trouble it will be for me dinking around under there. I really don't want to have to take it all apart, then go have it welded. I recall it being rather involved getting it all apart, no? Maybe one of these days, if/when the car has to "go dark" for awhile again.

bigdave

22nd March 2013, 15:33

My "hibernation" was actually for the owner's health related issues. Nothing wrong with the weather or the car, just me.

my bad... sorry for your health issues. hope things are better now.

I bought a new linkage from the local dealer, seems it was about $20.00. then had a shop cut and weld on that one, took him about 15 minutes to cut, weld and repaint the linkage. he replaced the linkages in another 5 minutes and charged me $30 for all his labor. I kept the "old" shorter linkage just in case anything went wrong or the next owner was height challenged.... no problems for over a year, and I really flog the gas pedal.

Seashed

22nd March 2013, 16:04

bigdave,

No worries! All is pretty good here now on that front. Hopefully to remain so, but it was a long year without the Miata.

Sounds less of a PITA for the gas pedal mod than I thought that I remembered! I'll look up a writeup here to see if I want to do that now rather than later. Thanks for the heads up.

Ha, found the video from Mike's Place: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTs8ZFee_6o

good2go

22nd March 2013, 16:13

^^ Can anyone who's done the gas pedal mod speak about how well the resulting pedal alignment works for heel-toe shifting action ? ? ?

ny2001miata

22nd March 2013, 16:40

Not a damn thing since the end of November, I'm still waiting for the snow to melt here in NY. :realmad:

Seashed

22nd March 2013, 18:32

Bummer for such a string of cold, crummy weather for the midwest and east coast.
It is almost 70 on my patio, and here is a webcam look down at the beach: http://www.hoteldel.com/webcam/index.html

Beamer

22nd March 2013, 19:38

Drove it since i heard it suppose to rain tonight and most of the weekend.

CrazyBlue85

23rd March 2013, 01:32

I drove it home from work top-down. It was a gorgeous afternoon, perfect for it except the usual March afternoon sandstorm on the Relief Route here in Alamodeserto. Other than that, quite pleasant days we've been having. I'll enjoy them as I can before the Climate Selector clicks over from "Comfortable" to "Kiln" and on to "Blast Furnace."

Emerjensee

23rd March 2013, 01:37

Just spent 2 1/2 hours removing old 3M adhesive tape on the side panels from the prior body kit..

Fingers = raw.

Looks a helluva lot better now tho.

-Emerjensee

kallsop

23rd March 2013, 03:35

Bummer for such a string of cold, crummy weather for the midwest and east coast.
It is almost 70 on my patio, and here is a webcam look down at the beach: http://www.hoteldel.com/webcam/index.html

Thanks, you don't know how much I miss palm trees. That and I need to finish driving the 101/PCH to SD from LA. Have it covered in the Miata from Tillamook OR to LA, just need to get the stretch north to Vancouver BC and south to SD, and will have covered the west coast in a car. (In this case, the same car)

Sparkey831

23rd March 2013, 05:12

Broke it again. On the way to a top shop to see why my top was no where near where its suppose to be. I stopped by my Aunts came back out, water was all around the car. Topped off the cars radiator, cleaned up the mess and went to the bank. Came out of the bank popped the hood since I had seen another puddle. Hoped it was a hose. Nope radiator had a steady leak from a 6 to 7 inch crack in the plastic. Bonus check that I just cashed is almost spent already... there goes that new exhaust system. :)

usshelena725

23rd March 2013, 06:58

Noticed that my passenger door lock is now only working on occasion.

Will have to diagnose later.

J3cubrc

23rd March 2013, 09:02

Bummer for such a string of cold, crummy weather for the midwest and east coast.
It is almost 70 on my patio, and here is a webcam look down at the beach: http://www.hoteldel.com/webcam/index.html

Adding insult to injury! :D

ApexAnimal95

23rd March 2013, 09:33

Just spent 2 1/2 hours removing old 3M adhesive tape on the side panels from the prior body kit..

Fingers = raw.

Looks a helluva lot better now tho.

-Emerjensee

Did you use a hair dryer and some good gone on the sticky? Makes it much easier.

ApexAnimal95

23rd March 2013, 09:34

Bummer for such a string of cold, crummy weather for the midwest and east coast.
It is almost 70 on my patio, and here is a webcam look down at the beach: http://www.hoteldel.com/webcam/index.html
Been there, lived there.
I miss the weather, but I don't miss the state.

ApexAnimal95

23rd March 2013, 09:37

Seashed

23rd March 2013, 09:44

Sparky831,

Unless your tastes/needs run to more "exotic" versions:
https://www.radiatorbarn.com/search.php?product=radiator
Many here, including myself, have bought and installed these
with great results.

I have put a number in friends' cars, and am very
impressed with fit and finish. I don't think that there is a cheaper
way to get a new, quality radiator in your car. One hour job for
replacement.

Motocrossx23

23rd March 2013, 09:47

Decided to bite the bullet and get rid of the cold side intake for the stock air box. I did modify the air box though with the "swiss cheese" mod. Between my Borla exhaust and this...the car sounds SO angry. I love it.

Emerjensee

23rd March 2013, 11:04

Did you use a hair dryer and some good gone on the sticky? Makes it much easier.

You betcha. Used some 3M adhesive remover and the heat.. I used goo-gone on different spots but it still took quite a bit of massaging.. I was worried about it on the paint with the 3M adhesive remover but it didn't fade it at all.

-Emerjensee

BKMrSteel

23rd March 2013, 14:27

Burst the heater core 30min from home...

skiboy509

23rd March 2013, 15:32

Cleaned her up for the 5.5 hour drive home with my pitbull tonight

Triple88A

23rd March 2013, 16:07

lol what did ya drill out bunch of holes at the bottom? :) Shoulda done a snorkel.

GreaseMonkey2000

23rd March 2013, 17:23

I took off my RS3 muffler and am rockin the stock muffler:eek: until i sell my RS3 muffler and then im probably putting on a magnaflow or flowmaster muffler:eek::D

Motocrossx23

23rd March 2013, 17:36

lol what did ya drill out bunch of holes at the bottom? :) Shoulda done a snorkel.

That's what I went from, it wasn't doing it for me.

kallsop

23rd March 2013, 19:21

Fixed my broken inside rearview mirror with a matchbook cover.

159566

ApexAnimal95

23rd March 2013, 21:05

new brake pads and fluid. Still have a few more things to take care of b4 I call the insurance company and tell them it's going back on the road.
And of course waiting for the snow to melt and salt get washed away.

dlancer

23rd March 2013, 21:34

Here in Cincinnati today was great. Sunny and 50. Took it out for a long drive on some awesome twisty roads. Then back in the garage. 6-10 inches of snow coming tomorrow. The biggest snow of the winter on March 24th:dunno: I hope spring gets here soon.

RLB454

23rd March 2013, 22:28

Installed these goodies today from Flyin Miata. Used the stock Bilsteins :jump:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w55/rlb454/2013-03-23_12-45-40_914_zps5f3fdd3d.jpg

Also changed the oil, and flushed the brake and clutch lines. To late to get her out and test the new springs and sways, hopefully tomorrow I can visit some of my local twisties. On the way home from my shop though, I took a couple of 20 mph corners at 45, accelerating whilst exiting and she stayed nice and flat.

vernondriver

23rd March 2013, 23:49

how do you take off rearview mirror

kallsop

24th March 2013, 00:00

how do you take off rearview mirror

At some point in replacing the second windshield the spring clip got damaged. Well, it finally broke the other day, and was shaking all the time.

Dynikus

24th March 2013, 00:06

over the last week I've changed the oil and spark plugs, cleaned up the carpet, vacuumed the whole interior and trunk, done a foamectomy on both seats, put on a stitch on wheel cover, put carbon fiber vinyl on the interior, plasti dipped my rims, painted my calipers, re-whitened the miata logo on my floor mats, filled in the numbers and lines on my shift knob with white and red, washed and waxed her, cleaned the window regulators, fixed the broken hinge on my center console, switched out the dome light and lense, replaced a center cap, converted the ash tray into an ipod dock, replaced a headlight, replaced a broken dipstick, stitched up the top and put forever black on it, and replaced the shift boot.
It's been a busy week. :)

jdmuscle

24th March 2013, 08:55

Finally got around to changing the primary O2 sensor yesterday.... The freaking heat shield cut my thumb up... :(

Oh well that 'check engine' light better not come back on ever... Lol

kipandkiya

24th March 2013, 12:20

Took it out for a spirited run (yesterday) daydreaming about taking an extended trip to New Mexico. Not in the cards at this point....can't get any time off during the busy season. Today, I'll zip around for about an hour...wheeeeee! Oh, what did I DO to my NB...stared at it with pure adulation.

Motocrossx23

24th March 2013, 13:01

I had the opportunity to take mine out of the garage finally. Took it for a quick (very quick) spirited drive around my neighborhood.

Borla exhaust + intake noise = BEST thing to cure winter blues.

BKMrSteel

24th March 2013, 14:40

159615

shoult

24th March 2013, 14:43

159615

Are you running a CAS on your VVT engine? Why not use the CPS that came with it?

PokeyJoe

24th March 2013, 16:37

finally changed the fuel filter

Soraia

24th March 2013, 16:46

I got 141k and I doubt it's been changed. Was it dirty?

bigdave

24th March 2013, 17:46

gave her a bath... after a run down a muddy road while out in the Hill Country with the Bluebonnet Miata Club.
looked like I had been 4 wheeling!

pfk1106

24th March 2013, 18:10

took her out to stretch her legs....

CheapWhine

24th March 2013, 18:35

Drove it in the rain for the first time on my new Star Specs. Me likey.

GSN

24th March 2013, 18:56

Still have two fasteners to order...

http://imageshack.us/a/img545/3312/consolerepair.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/545/consolerepair.jpg/)

Woodk61000

24th March 2013, 19:45

Why get rid of the cold side? Could you tell a difference that made you change it back? Hot side with swiss cheese box is no different than open filter in stock location

Fighting Sailor

24th March 2013, 19:48

Just drove home from a visit to Ennis (DFW area) took the hill country route back to San Angelo. (Beautiful drive). About 586 miles round trip averaged 75 MPH and got 31 MPG on 93 octane. Not bad.

It's Mama's MX-5

24th March 2013, 20:02

What's up everyone. I'm new to this forum and just want to get the word out. I just bought my first miata last month. It's a 1999 miata.Looks just like Mama's. I hope you have as much fun with this two-seat roadster as Mama and I have had with hers.

GoldfishRT

24th March 2013, 20:23

Romped around in the snow yesterday and today. Always puts a smile on my face.

The dirt and mud that gets caked on doesn't have the same effect though...

drp967

24th March 2013, 20:54

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/554512_121923141330722_512502632_n.jpg
Took her out for a drive to my local coffee shop and chilled with a S2K buddy.

Crustache

24th March 2013, 21:14

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/554512_121923141330722_512502632_n.jpg
Took her out for a drive to my local coffee shop and chilled with a S2K buddy.

Haha wierd, I drive a black miata with matching hardtop that looks identical to yours minus the k1's (which I was actually planning on buying a set in the near future...) and my best friend drives a silver s2k that looks almost identical to your friend's, and that picture looked like something straight out of my memory. Looks great btw! Now I know for sure that I am going with a set of k1's. :)

drp967

24th March 2013, 21:17

Aint that something huh? Hehe well you wont regret the Kosei wheels...I love mine. :)

Dnatoli

24th March 2013, 21:38

picked up a no name hard top spoiler (hopefully I can make it look alright, or Im ordering a G-wing) and also picked up a hard dog diagonal roll bar for a hundred bucks that came out of a spec Miata. Next weekend will be grinding off some old bars that were cut off and stripping the paint and wire wheeling it make it looked brushed and then clearing it. stoked!

Seashed

25th March 2013, 19:54

Sold my OTM, '99 Mazda Protege to the first caller, for the asked for price!

Tomorrow I'm off to get smog tested and tags back on the Miata and should
be back rollin' by Wednesday. It has been a long nine months without the
fun of driving that car!

Now, which one is the clutch pedal again? :confused:

RazzCat

25th March 2013, 23:21

... Now, which one is the clutch pedal again? :confused:

It's like riding a bike, bud... :)

kallsop

26th March 2013, 00:23

It's like riding a bike, bud... :)

And it fits like that comfortable leather jacket that only you have worn.

CrazyBlue85

26th March 2013, 12:07

It's amazing what a bacterial infection in your sinuses will do to your ability to drive normally. Ordinarily, heel-toe downshifts don't require concentration. Today, just making smooth upshifts was somewhat difficult. Hopefully my prescriptions work and work quickly!

konakona

26th March 2013, 12:25

Took out the spare tire from the trunk and set it aside in the garage.
The reasoning was that:
1) that tire looked so flimsy I wasn't sure if driving with it is a good idea, even only to a tire store / auto repair
2) she could always lose some weight, unsprung or otherwise
3) would be a PITA trying to swap out a blown tire in the middle of nowhere; more likely than not I would be stuck somewhere in the city or highway with no room for any of that
4) most importantly of all, we have a superb emergency service by insurance company (equivalent of AAA, only much better) that covers the entire country, why bother?

The only thing I am a wee bit concerned is weight distribution between front and back. My guess is any gain/loss anywhere is so negligible that it won't matter much at all in the grand scheme of things, especially when I never track/autocross.

If anything, I gained a tiny bit more trunk room and gas mileage :D

Boz Mon

26th March 2013, 22:00

I ordered my FM sway bars today. They wont be getting installed until April 20th though.

joshxt

27th March 2013, 01:36

Installed my Voodoo shifter and e-brake!

DNMakinson

27th March 2013, 04:10

KonaKona,
Temped to also remove spare. Reason not to... most of my fun driving has iffy cell reception. I suppose I could put it in only when I would need it? There's an idea.

CrazyBlue85

27th March 2013, 04:24

joshxt, any chance we could get a wider view of your interior? Those look fantastic.

Triple88A

27th March 2013, 05:52

Installed my Voodoo shifter and e-brake!

Man i hate how giant the knob is :/ Thats why i returned mine.

justinsane

27th March 2013, 15:28

Installed my used APR wing
http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/483771_10151410253137912_1256880475_n.jpg
http://sphotos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/306082_10151410279487912_1361206984_n.jpg
The bases were narrower than the instructions said so I had to remeasure a few times, I think the previous owner might have changed the mounts

Was working on my roll bar install too, does anyone know where this plug goes into? The car starts fine with it unplugged and I can't find an obvious place for it
http://sphotos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/r270/216773_10151410255972912_1504631507_n.jpg

inheritthefire

27th March 2013, 16:09

Was working on my roll bar install too, does anyone know where this plug goes into? The car starts fine with it unplugged and I can't find an obvious place for it

Gut reaction is that is the plug for the seatbelt retractor, to let the car know if you're buckled or not.

TD.Tony

27th March 2013, 16:24

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8104/8596312006_0d60c476bf_c.jpg

Installed a much needed new top that I found used on CL.

Actually I had to install it twice because I didn't take off the rain rail from my old top and install it to the new one the first time. I figured, "Meh, it's a little bit of plastic trim, i probably don't need it."
Well, after I completely flooded my trunk the next day after my car wash, I realized it was actually the rain rail...

kallsop

27th March 2013, 16:26

Electrical for heated rear window possibly? It looks to have the right shape connector.

good2go

27th March 2013, 16:41

Electrical for heated rear window possibly? It looks to have the right shape connector.

That's what I was thinking too. Although I can't see where it's coming from exactly, or how much slack it has to reach back there a bit further.

bvsbutthd101

27th March 2013, 16:50

Finally got around to taking my door panels apart today. My windows were a little difficult to roll up and down. Sprayed some white lithium grease on the tracks. Now they roll up and down nice and easy. After all that was done, decided to clean the inside and give her a wash.

Seashed

27th March 2013, 17:43

Finished up all the paperwork and smog check, getting my Miata back on the road, finally!

Yeay, what a beautiful day out there too. Upper 60's and sunny, going for a drive up the coast highway and get used to the wind in the hair again.

I hope that I never have to shelve this car for 9 months again.

Function > Form

27th March 2013, 18:27

That's what I was thinking too. Although I can't see where it's coming from exactly, or how much slack it has to reach back there a bit further.

No, as someone mentioned above, it connects to the driver's side seat belt retractor. :-)

Jesse1999

27th March 2013, 20:02

Today I finished installing the universal DRL module from Web Electric (http://www.webelectricproducts.com/) along with wiring up a Homelink garage door transmitter that is triggered by the high beams. :D

The DRL module can't be beat for only $40 shipped! It runs the bright, turn signal filaments as DRLs yet still allows the turn signals to blink, the dimmer parking lights to work when the parking/headlights are on, and also allows you to select synchronized/non-synchronized blink modes. Synchronized turns both DRLs off when you signal a turn. After the turn, both DRLs illuminate again. In the default, non-synchronized mode, the opposite side DRL stays illuminated while one side blinks. I chose this mode as I think it conveys the direction you are turning a little more clearly.

Wiring was easy using two extension harnesses off eBay. Unfortunately, they didn't fit without modifying the four socket tabs with a tiny Dremel grinding stone and replacing the thick rubber gasket with a thinner O-ring. I used them to minimize alterations to my OEM harness. It also allows me to return to the OEM setup in >10 minutes if the DRL module fails, or I change my mind about running DRLs.

I ran a separate relay for switched +12v power instead of tapping into a 15A circuit like the instructions recommend. I already had a relay for the horns so it was easy to wire a second in to power to the DRL module and the garage door opener. I took my time carefully running wires and keeping it all protected and hidden. Vampire taps were supplied but none were used. Every joint was soldered, sealed with liguid tape, heat shrunk, and taped again. Both the garage door and DRL modules attach to the back of the plastic relay support. Unless you look extremely closely, you can't tell anything has been added. :jump: The black plastic ties that hold them to the support give it away only if you are familiar with NB2 Miata wiring.

Here are two quick shots taken immediately after completion. The hood isn't even latched. I'll snap a few more after I take it out of hibernation. We still have snow on the ground and the roads are salty. :( Maybe I'll take video and post it if I get really motivated.

http://imageshack.us/scaled/thumb/812/img2646it.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/812/img2646it.jpg/) http://imageshack.us/scaled/thumb/443/img2644w.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/443/img2644w.jpg/)

ApexAnimal95

27th March 2013, 21:30

The DRL's are great! Maybe I'll have to look into this.

Is the homelink just hooked into the high beam switch? Or do the high beams themselves somehow activate the door?

GoldfishRT

27th March 2013, 22:01

Got my huge fender dent pulled out. It's not perfect, and never will be as there are stretch marks and no real good way to reshape it to the way it once was, but it looks pretty good now. Only noticeable if you really look for it.

http://imageshack.us/a/img571/9606/wp000211h.jpg

And I also put in a nice pair of 8" Focal speakers. Had to cut some plastic inside the door panel (the lip that's on the other side of the speaker cover) to make it fit but they sound great and I'm extremely happy I took the time to upgrade. The PO, or whomever they used, did a terrible job on the previous speakers. No water protection, the crossovers were just sitting in the door (causing an annoying rattle) and had the wiring completely inconsistent. Now it's done properly.

http://imageshack.us/a/img826/1545/wp000214sa.jpg

pmf73

27th March 2013, 22:29

I installed my new Robbins top. It was my first time doing it and what a total pain in the ass it was...
I consider myself pretty competent when it comes to working on cars, but I struggled a bit with this one, mostly because I've never done it before and a I was really tired from a long day at work. Over the course of the install, I missed a few details, so I had to go back and do a few things over again.

Started with me forgetting to install the headliner velcro into the retainer, so I had to pull the front of the top back apart to get to it. Took entirely too long to get the rainrail/rear of the top installed I had a really rough go at it trying to get the rain rail aligned with the studs. Then I had to go back and pull the trim off since I forgot to install the #4 bow straps behind the #4 and #10 studs. :bang:

Then it took me a while to get enough stretch on the top to engage the latches after the install, even with the latches adjusted all the way out. I figure after a few days, the top should loosen up enough that it won't be such a pain. Either way it's done! It took me about 7 hours start to finish, and I'll be happy if I never have to replace a soft top again!

Jesse1999

27th March 2013, 22:50

The DRL's are great! Maybe I'll have to look into this.

Is the homelink just hooked into the high beam switch? Or do the high beams themselves somehow activate the door?

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=493330

Parts list and "How to":
http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.php?p=6244994&postcount=6

A quick flash of the high beams triggers the opener. If the ignition is NOT in the ON/RUN position, flashing the high beam does nothing. It is hidden, convenient, and most importantly secure!

The transmitter button was jumpered so it transmits whenever power is applied. If the high beams are used for extended periods the transmitter still only cycles once before powering down. The capacitor that sits on the negative leg of the relay coil starts ~0v. When the high beams come on, power is applied to the positive side of the relay coil. The transmitter runs and the capacitor start charging. After it charges, +12v is on each side of the coil so the relay opens removing +12v switched power from the transmitter. When the high beams are turned off, the resistors bleed off the capacitor charge so the circuit is ready to cycle again.

I can open the door, stop it midway, and close it again with only 1-2 seconds of rest/pause time for the cap to drain.

good2go

27th March 2013, 22:51

No, as someone mentioned above, it connects to the driver's side seat belt retractor. :-)

Hmm, is that something unique to the NB1 cars? I don't remember seeing/dealing with it on my '02 when I did the rollbar. :dunno:

justinsane

28th March 2013, 02:04

No, as someone mentioned above, it connects to the driver's side seat belt retractor. :-)

Thanks, I will take a look!
It's definitely not the rear window defrost, the plug is not even close. I don't remember unplugging anything from the seatbelt retractor area though but definitely will check it out

Triple88A

28th March 2013, 03:22

http://imageshack.us/a/img571/9606/wp000211h.jpg

Buy a fender roller and roll/pull them out half an inch for bigger tires. It wont make them stock but it will pull them out nicely and make them symmetrical.

http://okidokyo.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/201009-minkara-roadster-03-593x398.jpg

CrazyBlue85

28th March 2013, 15:43

I got sick and tired of being cooped up in the house being sick and tired and having naught to eat and drink but soup and water, so I took the crazy lil' blue thing out for a run. It's a gorgeous day, so down the top and on the sunglasses went. I got myself a good smoothie and a decent chicken sandwich. It's amazing what sunlight, blood sugar, and a fun little car will do for one's mood. :cool:

In other news, I think I've figured out where my coolant keeps disappearing to. The little screw-in connector on the radiator fill neck that connects to the overflow hose/tank was allowing a little bit of fluid by. I tightened it up. I'll top it off again tomorrow (or this evening if I go out again) and see if that fixed it. Failing that, a dab (just a little!) of hi-temp silicone on the threads should do nicely.

GreaseMonkey2000

28th March 2013, 15:54

hey CrazyBlue85 you have pics of your 73 charger or a build thread? Id like to check it out. I have been looking at trying to get an ol' mopar for a while..dont know if it will ever happen but i like looking.:D

PS sorry for using this thread but your inbox was full :(

CrazyBlue85

28th March 2013, 16:01

No worries; I'd completely forgotten about my inbox. I don't have any digital pictures of it; the only ones I have are at my mom's house back in Florida in some of the family albums. Now that the roads through the mountains are good, I can get it hauled down here from where I'm having it stored from when I moved. I have to move some things around in the garage, too, but that's relatively easy.

The car isn't quite a basket case, but man, it needs a lot of work. Now that the Miata's more or less squared away, I can start putting money into it again. I've started a build book for it which should help keep me on track, but it'll likely take me a year or two to complete it. The vast majority of things are beyond my knowledge, patience, skill, or time, but one day the ol' Granny Green Grocery Gitter will ride again. And what a comfortable ride it is on torsion bars up front. :)

PlayerONE

28th March 2013, 17:19

Changed my oil today. And right on time, the odo read 125008. :thumbs:

matt001122

28th March 2013, 19:18

Changed my radiator today:thumbs:

RLB454

28th March 2013, 20:06

After installing new FM springs and sways last weekend, I had a 4 wheel alignment done. She handles fantastic!

Peaviner

28th March 2013, 21:03

Started my collection of stickers of race tracks I've been around. It's gotta add like seven horsepower at least!

159945

stiglet

28th March 2013, 21:58

First top-down drive of the year as it was a balmy 40deg and sunny. Put on 80 miles through scenic and twisty Kettle Moraine.

GhostFive

29th March 2013, 02:24

Got a set of 15x7 Rota rims today. Little heavier then I wanted but at $300 ill take em. Getting close to painting the car soon. Rims as well.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q294/revrags/nightrims_zps23a3c5f3.jpg

Motocrossx23

29th March 2013, 02:35

What rotas are those?

joshxt

29th March 2013, 02:53

joshxt, any chance we could get a wider view of your interior? Those look fantastic.

here ya go.

http://i48.tinypic.com/23ifevn.jpg

CrazyBlue85

29th March 2013, 08:39

Thanks; that looks just right to me!

PokeyJoe

29th March 2013, 09:31

I recently pulled out my windblocker and it looks like the connection for the mini-bose amp and speakers in the windblock.

Soraia

29th March 2013, 09:36

Balanced the wheels. Now the steering vibration at 65 MPH+ is gone. :)

Beamer

29th March 2013, 09:49

Going to fire it up and drive to the bank for a deposit, wish it was nice enough for the top to be down but I am sure its cold still out there.

Kylini

29th March 2013, 11:54

Picked up a new roof and carpeting for $200! The seller removed his original frame and roof from his 2004 Mazdaspeed and gave it to me for cheap!

That said, I still need to work out the rain rail details. I'm going to loosen it, ensure the flap is correctly guiding water into the rail, and then add a dab of silicone to the nuts and see if it's good. When that happens, I'll install the new carpeting!

http://kylini.com/ul/softtop2p.jpg (http://kylini.com/ul/softtop2.jpg)
http://kylini.com/ul/softtop1p.jpg (http://kylini.com/ul/softtop1.jpg)

nate0123

29th March 2013, 12:11

I want that deal!

tomldavies

29th March 2013, 16:07

Put in all new fluids. Now I know what's in there.

Stevefoy

29th March 2013, 16:31

Bought the car at 140,000 miles with no service records, so I've been going through step by step and catching up on the maintenance. Replaced the fuel filter today, which amazingly fixed the rough idle, and smoothed out the throttle response! Almost feels like a different car!

stiglet

29th March 2013, 19:07

Replaced 195/50r15 Kumho Ecsta all-seasons with 205/50r15 Yokohama S.drives. Can't wait to try em out.

jdmuscle

29th March 2013, 19:41

She finally passed NYS inspection and got her a nice car wash... She is looking and running like a top. :)

andyb

29th March 2013, 20:21

Plugs, wires, oil change, oil filter and a wash!

ny2001miata

29th March 2013, 20:36

Finally took it out of winter hibernation and went for a ride. The 2013 Miata season has started!

BTW, it fired right up after sitting for four long months in the garage.

5Miata10

29th March 2013, 22:38

Buttoned up the 01 header conversion. Flushed the cooling system. Installed a Koyo 37mm radiator. Replaced the last two water hoses (to and from the oil cooler (PITA) I did not do when I did the timing belt/60k service. Installed the new oil gauge sender for the stock gauge conversion. Still have the oil pressure gauge to convert and braided break lines and fluid flush remaining. Sourcing parts for the water temp gauge conversion.

Peaviner

29th March 2013, 22:43

Replaced 195/50r15 Kumho Ecsta all-seasons with 205/50r15 Yokohama S.drives. Can't wait to try em out.

You'll be so happy you did! They're amazing!

Dynikus

29th March 2013, 23:52

Replaced the valve gasket, and while the cover was off, I hit it with some flat black.
Then while I was waiting for it to dry, I went over to pick your part (50% off this weekend) and picked up some aftermarket pedals off a crx for $6!
So when I got back home, I cleaned them up and sprayed 'em with the flat black, and yellow caliper paint to match my soon-to-be-painted calipers, put them on, and put my gasket cover back on. (heel toe is much easier now :D)
Then I gave her a bath, and but some forever black on the roof to bring some life back into it.

On the docket for tomorrow: plasti dip the rims, paint my calipers, and fill her up with gas.

Peaviner

30th March 2013, 01:11

On the docket for tomorrow: plasti dip the rims, paint my calipers, and fill her up with gas.

Sounds like a productive day. It'll be great to see pics when you're through.

Architeuthis

30th March 2013, 02:16

Today I cleaned out the drain tubes that have never been cleaned and pulled the seats out and cleaned the hell out of the dirty carpets. Oh and I removed the broken aftermarket power lock actuator that was preventing me from locking the door with the key. Tomorrow I get to change the diff fluid and do a brake flush. And yesterday I changed out the clutch slave. Next weekend will be the timing belt, cams and crank seals, water pump, and hopefully I'll get to the tranny fluid Tuesday. So much work to get my new to me 99 to where I want it to be. In the future I will be pulling the top off to give the rear deck and deck carpet a thorough cleaning. I found that 5 gauge wire for an amp can work in a pinch to get most of the crud out of the drains. Overall I think I've had a productive first week of ownership. Just waiting for the threat of rain to pass so I can give her the nice clay bar and wax she desperately needs.

GhostFive

30th March 2013, 02:50

What rotas are those?

Im not sure, ill look em up soon.

justinsane

30th March 2013, 12:19

Finished up my roll bar install

http://sphotos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/66831_10151412975567912_1503713341_n.jpg
http://sphotos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/425134_10151413167812912_361329453_n.jpg
http://sphotos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/601506_10151413179102912_200889930_n.jpg

Even got the OEM not-so-wind-deflector back in, did a much cleaner job than I had on my NA which I didn't bother reinstalling the interior in. Happy :)

Steve'smiata

30th March 2013, 13:08

Gave it a bath, then put the top down to pick up some groceries took the long way to the store and back :D

joshxt

30th March 2013, 13:23

cruising down the streets when a VW GTI pulled up next to me. I beat him the first time around then he beat me. First race in my 03.

Seashed

30th March 2013, 14:03

joshxt,

If it is on the street, it isn't a real race. Also isn't cool or safe to do.
Hopefully you'll get over this urge before you or somebody else gets hurt.

These cars can be lots of fun, and competitive, in the right, safe, and legal
arena. Learn how to autocross, slalom, whatever that shows you really DO
know how to drive. Light to light street "racing" isn't it.

Letit*now

30th March 2013, 15:50

We've still got snow and freezing temperatures in the forecast for April 1-2-3, but it was nice enough to go for a quick spin today after finishing the Eclipse vents. Nice!

nwick

30th March 2013, 16:05

Just took my Miata out of the garage since winter is just about over. Had some problem since the battery was dead. Took it out and got it charged up at the service station, and when I hooked it back up, the alarms went wild.
I finally got them to shut down - (I really don't know what I did to get them to stop) - And it started up fine. Went for a nice drive in sunny weather.

Don't want to go through this again next spring, so... Does anyone here have any comments about the Deltran Battery Tender http://batterytender.com/battery-tender-junior-12v-at-0-75a.html
that is suppose to keep the battery up under storage? They are on sale here at Fleet Farm here for $24.95 right now and wondering if I should get one.

Go Blues

30th March 2013, 16:46

Had clutch issues last weekend. Yesterday I replaced the clutch slave cylinder, then washed it and took it for a drive.

Naturally it is raining today.

Seashed

30th March 2013, 17:09

nwick,

I have used that exact same battery tender(s) for years. At least whatever its previous model was that looks exactly like it. I have had them on boats, RVs, bikes, and stored cars. Never, ever a problem, and never a dead battery, not once. Never a battery "fried" or whatever else is supposed to happen when you constantly over charge.

Best money I have spent when having to maintain so many vehicles over periods of non-use. I own four of them, all working perfectly. My own '99 was idle for 9 months, and it started up on the first try, all my electronics were good, and my radio on Ultragauge all kept their pre-sets. Not much else to say, but it works as advertised.

tomldavies

30th March 2013, 18:32

De-grukked my headlights using the 3M kit - mmm!

nate0123

30th March 2013, 19:04

Picked up a set of four wheels on my way to my parents in Ohio... Didn't even remove the seat ;)

Three in the car...
http://www.mazdas247.com/members/nate0123/2013-0330%20Miata%20Wheels.jpg

And the fourth in the trunk, lining in place!
http://www.mazdas247.com/members/nate0123/2013-0330%20Miata%20Wheels%202.jpg

Vann

30th March 2013, 19:23

Just drove it, for the 1st time in '13 :D :D

Peaviner

30th March 2013, 20:15

Drove it to Exotics at Redmond Town Center. Didn't try to get in the display lot, but if I eventually install a Rotrex Supercharger, maybe I will.

944play

30th March 2013, 21:03

And the fourth in the trunk, lining in place!

Did you have to let the air out of the tire?

ObWDYDTYNBT: Washed it less than 24 hours ago, so technically today..?

nate0123

30th March 2013, 21:22

Did you have to let the air out of the tire?

Nope!

Also removed the front mud flaps.

http://www.mazdas247.com/members/nate0123/2013-0330%20Miata%20Wheels%203.jpg

ApexAnimal95

30th March 2013, 21:40

Finally got it back on it's wheels today!
So far this winter, brake pads, fresh brake fluid, slave cylinder, clutch fluid flush, painted the wheels, new FCM bump stops.

Now I just need more snow to melt!

Dynikus

30th March 2013, 21:41

Sounds like a productive day. It'll be great to see pics when you're through.

well unfortunately I couldn't do all 4 wheels/calipers today, as I only have 2 jack stands. :ohno:
So I just did the front two, then I'll do the rear two tomorrow after the front are dry and wheels are back on.
I'll make sure I post pics though after I'm through with all my planned mods. :D

bellamia

30th March 2013, 22:44

http://www.mazdas247.com/members/nate0123/2013-0330%20Miata%20Wheels%203.jpg
I admit to being a Miata-junkie, but DAMN...that looks GOOD!

TxTortuga

30th March 2013, 23:51

Had a whoobawhooba that varied with speed. Went to get tires rotated and balanced. Mechanic said all my wheels were bent.

Bought new wheels, (online, not from them) installed. No fix. Jacked car up and found out it was passenger side rear wheel hub bearing
. Expensive lesson learned. But I did replace my own hub assembly thing with my pops help in under two hours and now have lighter and wider wheel installed.

160142

160144

PS. That nut sure takes some doing to loosen. Pics of wheels installed after she gets a bath.

joshxt

31st March 2013, 01:51

joshxt,

If it is on the street, it isn't a real race. Also isn't cool or safe to do.
Hopefully you'll get over this urge before you or somebody else gets hurt.

knew i was gonna get hell for that comment. :rolleyes:

Motocrossx23

31st March 2013, 02:30

Had a whoobawhooba that varied with speed. Went to get tires rotated and balanced. Mechanic said all my wheels were bent.

160142

160144

PS. That nut sure takes some doing to loosen. Pics of wheels installed after she gets a bath.

Never take your car to that "mechanic" again.

J3cubrc

31st March 2013, 07:27

I admit to being a Miata-junkie, but DAMN...that looks GOOD!

Yes indeed.

Seashed

31st March 2013, 11:15

joshxt,

No, not hell, but maybe a suggestion to listen to a wakeup call before
something happens that cannot be undone.

Did you expect to come on here and post about street racing and get
a bunch of "Yeah, way to go! Keep it up! Awesome!" comments?
If so, I think you are on the wrong forum.

chemwarrior

31st March 2013, 11:46

Participated in another Phase I Evo School in Louisville; always a great learning experience with tons of seat time.

nwick

31st March 2013, 14:44

nwick,

Thanks, I'm picking one up today!

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