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by Keith Jones
Thu Jan 19, 2017 10:05 am
Forum: MX5 Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes etc
Topic: 8" wide 15'' Advanti Rims on NB with 205/15/50 tyres
Replies: 7
Views: 13159

You might have trouble with a warrant, depending on where you go. I don't think there is a tyre that is legally allowed on an 8" rim. Check what the recommended rim sizes are for the tyre you are thinking of using.
by Keith Jones
Tue Jan 10, 2017 2:30 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: Eunos Roadster VR-A seats
Replies: 2
Views: 7808

I spoke to Rusty at Pukekohe Car Upholstery several years ago about re-upholstering MX5 seats. He said that design was such that it would be a very expensive exercise. While he wouldn't turn down the job (and he does good work) he didn't think it would be economical.
by Keith Jones
Mon Jan 02, 2017 6:11 pm
Forum: MX5 Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes etc
Topic: How many braces recommended, bilsteins worth reconditioning?
Replies: 11
Views: 17137

Your car should have the braces as shown in the photo. If it hasn't someone has removed them.
Putting a bigger sway bar on the rear without similarly uprating the front bar is a big no-no. It will make the rear end feel really loose. Have you driven the car with a standard rear sway bar?
by Keith Jones
Sat Dec 31, 2016 1:59 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: No Spark
Replies: 7
Views: 11815

It sounds like the igniter, or it could be the wiring from the igniter to the coils, as there are separate feeds from the igniter to each coil pack. The wire colours are red and white. Have a look to see if one has broken, or partially broken. If you can't find anything obvious and want to borrow an...
by Keith Jones
Sat Dec 31, 2016 12:10 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: No Spark
Replies: 7
Views: 11815

Difficult to diagnose without trial and error replacement as you have tried. It sounds like either the igniter or ECU as you have suggested, but could be something as simple as a broken earth wire. Are you a member of the MX5 Club of NZ? If you are I have a spare igniter and ECU you could borrow to ...
by Keith Jones
Wed Dec 21, 2016 11:54 am
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: Searching for a NA6 parts car in Auckland
Replies: 1
Views: 6501

Sent you a PM on 12 Dec.
I've got a bunch of parts that might be good for you.
by Keith Jones
Wed Dec 21, 2016 11:01 am
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: Anyone got a roof repairer to recommend?
Replies: 6
Views: 11973

Yeah, I used Al when he was in Sunnynook, but the guy in Glenfield was someone else.
by Keith Jones
Wed Dec 21, 2016 9:11 am
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: mx5 na - how much can i expect to pay
Replies: 10
Views: 16874

You would be very lucky to get one with so little ks on it, and they'd probably be asking a fortune for it if there was. Not that it would be worth it. The rotating/reciprocating parts in an MX5 take ages to wear out, so medium ks is not an issue, and things like bushes on a car that old will need r...
by Keith Jones
Wed Dec 21, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: Anyone got a roof repairer to recommend?
Replies: 6
Views: 11973

Check out Trotskies, www.trotskies.co.nz. They have been doing MX5s for years.
I used a guy in Glenfield as well many years ago. He did a good job patching the hood on my NA, but I can't remember his name or exactly where.
by Keith Jones
Mon Nov 28, 2016 5:38 pm
Forum: MX5 Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes etc
Topic: How many braces recommended, bilsteins worth reconditioning?
Replies: 11
Views: 17137

Your NB RS should have all the bracing you will need for a road car. There should be a cross brace underneath the gearbox and a series of ladder braces underneath the middle of the car. A cross brace in the engine compartment doesn't do very much as the suspension loads in the MX5 are taken by the s...
by Keith Jones
Mon Nov 14, 2016 11:57 am
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: From the ashes... What did you do to your roadster today?
Replies: 10
Views: 14222

+1
by Keith Jones
Tue Oct 04, 2016 2:56 pm
Forum: MX5 Power & Power Mods
Topic: best turbo for a mx5 1.8L
Replies: 13
Views: 21521

The T25 and T28 exhaust flange dimension are the same. T3 is different and T4 different again. From what I have read compatibility with TD series turbos seems variable, depending on what vehicle the turbo was originally fitted to (as opposed to buying a new, off the shelf T series from Garrett). The...
by Keith Jones
Sat Oct 01, 2016 9:50 pm
Forum: MX5 Power & Power Mods
Topic: best turbo for a mx5 1.8L
Replies: 13
Views: 21521

You won't get 200kW with a TD04, the compressor isn't big enough to flow the necessary amount of air. It should be possible with a T28 but the pressure required is dependant on the flow characteristics of the inlet tract and the head. I know from cars that I raced against that I was getting as much ...
by Keith Jones
Sat Oct 01, 2016 11:55 am
Forum: MX5 Power & Power Mods
Topic: best turbo for a mx5 1.8L
Replies: 13
Views: 21521

I used both TD04 and T28. The TD04 gave around 165hp atw at 7psi and the T28 235hp at 10psi. The TD04 was on full boost by about 3000 rpm from memory, and the T28 at 4500. I'd agree with Siren that the TD05 would be too big.
by Keith Jones
Sat Sep 17, 2016 11:55 am
Forum: MX5 Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes etc
Topic: Frame rail covers and butterfly brace
Replies: 17
Views: 26212

Have you tried getting hold of Ben through the MX5 Facebook page? If you have, and that hasn't been successful, PM me, I have his phone number. His price is around $360, a lot cheaper than FM.
There was also a guy selling a set of Ben's rails on FB a few months ago. I don't think he sold them.
by Keith Jones
Wed Sep 14, 2016 3:39 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: Driving Blind
Replies: 3
Views: 8810

We have got a 2003 NB but the lights are nowhere near as good as the same design ones on our 2003 Legacy. When you line the cars up next to each other the lens covers on the MX5 are obviously more opaque than the Legacy's. As Peter says, keeping the lens covers as polished as possible is essential.
by Keith Jones
Tue Aug 16, 2016 3:47 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: I HAS A MIATA!
Replies: 27
Views: 35764

The main cross brace that supports the dash is still there. It's only relatively light gauge tubing and doesn't weigh much. The weight is in the parts behind the dash - heater unit, aircon etc. The brace also supports the steering column, so if it's taken out a new column support is required.
by Keith Jones
Tue Aug 16, 2016 12:29 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: I HAS A MIATA!
Replies: 27
Views: 35764

Picture of the dash in my old car.
by Keith Jones
Tue Aug 16, 2016 12:12 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: I HAS A MIATA!
Replies: 27
Views: 35764

Good to hear things are still moving along. There are lots of different materials that you could use for the door cards. Most racers use aluminium as it easy to work with and is cheap. Alternatively hardboard or ABS sheet will work. It depends how you intend to finish it - painted or material covere...
by Keith Jones
Fri Aug 05, 2016 1:02 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: New to the NZ MX-5 Community
Replies: 3
Views: 5611

If you are into the social side of MX5s, ie. monthly runs, dinners etc, you should consider joining the MX5 Club of NZ, www.mx5club.org.nz. Monthly runs in Auckland usually get a turnout of 20 to 40 cars. Broomfish is good for new spares. If you need second hand parts there are several companies reg...
by Keith Jones
Thu Jun 16, 2016 1:29 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: How to hunt for good NB MX6 in trademe
Replies: 13
Views: 13713

I knew you'd correct me if I was wrong Paul. Cheers.
by Keith Jones
Wed Jun 15, 2016 1:36 pm
Forum: MX5 Discussion
Topic: How to hunt for good NB MX6 in trademe
Replies: 13
Views: 13713

A) We've got a 2003 and find the standard suspension good for road use. It's not too harsh but gives a reasonably firm ride. B)As you have probably found, there were four NB models: 1998-2000 - 1st NB body shape, more powerful 1800 engine than the NA 1800. 2001- 2002 - facelift body with different f...
by Keith Jones
Mon May 16, 2016 5:07 pm
Forum: MX5 Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes etc
Topic: Rear end clunk
Replies: 16
Views: 23757

Sounds like your pad W springs are missing.
by Keith Jones
Fri May 06, 2016 7:21 am
Forum: MX5 Power & Power Mods
Topic: Mazda speed leads too short!
Replies: 4
Views: 10000

I don't know what spec your MazdaSpeed leads are but I used the NGK leads (from Broomfish) on my turbo race car. They had been on for 6 years when I sold the engine and were still OK. I recently put a new set of Bosch leads on my 1.8 and had a similar problem, but in my case # 1 lead was too short. ...

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