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Old 06-12-2008, 12:11 AM
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http://www.flyinmiata.com/projects/c...flip.php?x=806

So, not sure what i'm looking at here. Can someone fill me in?
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Old 06-12-2008, 12:23 AM
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i think that is the whole front cross member
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Front end for a V8 swap.
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Subframe for their LS conversion.

https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/showthread.php?t=21319
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thats what i was thinking.
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FM is doing a v8 swap?
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There is a thread on here about a week ago, something like "cat out of the bag" or something. Search for replies by "keith". They are partnering with one of the LS conversion people to create a kit, maybe.
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^^what he said
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It's a tubular replacement for the front subframe. It uses the stock NB pickup points and will come with either NA or NB steering rack points. It's 9-10 lbs lighter than stock. The one in the picture has Miata motor mounts, but we have another one here with a different set of mounts welded on...

except you guys are only half correct....it's for us as well.
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That specific one pictured is actually for 1.6/1.8 miata motors. ~10lbs lighter than OEM and "better" suspension geometry... rumored to be more like the NB points I believe.
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One of the hottest Miata's ever.

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showpost.p...7&postcount=39



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How much is 10 lbs worth to most miata owners?
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Originally Posted by TurboTim
How much is 10 lbs worth to most miata owners?
Not whatever that is going to cost with an FM markup.

At least to me.
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I could easily loose 20lbs myself. Much cheaper.
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Oh, I forgot one other benefit of it. I believe the mounting points for the steering rack are setup to allow for a lower car and less bumpsteer issues.
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If they raise the suspension attaching points about 2 inches, that would be awesome! 2" lower with stock suspension geometry, I'd pay for that!
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god damn that car is ******* hard core.
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the lettering on that BEGI intake manifold looks retarted. Like a kindergartener learning how to block print. Seriously why wouldn't they do it in this font?

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