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Old 08-24-2010, 11:33 PM
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need some help, thinking about getting a 1990 miata but want to know if these guys are legit and if anyone has bought from them before, also are most of their kits easy to install?

http://www.flyinmiata.com/index.php?...%20BLK%20GAUGE

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never heard of them
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release the hounds!!!!!!
you're in for it now kid, i highly doubt you'll be back tomorrow
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clutch, diff, basic maintence, suspension, wheels and tyres, cooling system will also need some attention
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Looks like a scam. Ebay is the best place to buy turbo kits since you get paypal protection. And turbo not hit block.
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Originally Posted by dustinb
Looks like a scam. Ebay is the best place to buy turbo kits since you get paypal protection. And turbo not hit block.
+2 on that one
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meh, go with tacotaco kitz.

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**** im tooo tired to really chew on this bit of newb.... brb a lil later.
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Alot of the more knowledgeable miata guys these days are going with those Electric Superchargers.. Lots of power to be had, and they're really reliable and easy to tune for.
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I have your fuel solution here:

http://www.powercardtuning.com/

Your welcome.
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Electric supercharger and powercard FTW!!!
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Originally Posted by InVentive
need some help, thinking about getting a 1990 miata but want to know if these guys are legit and if anyone has bought from them before, also are most of their kits easy to install?

http://www.flyinmiata.com/index.php?...%20BLK%20GAUGE

thanks...
They are overpriced, but if you have the money, they're very legit.
You've entered a forum with a lot of DIYers, expect friction (see above posts).
I bought/Installed a Flyin' Miata kit when I didn't know a damned thing about forced induction. I'm glad I did, because it taught me enough that if I had to do it all over again, I could easily put together a DIY setup and save some money.
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lolol, are they legit... if you have $5000 to spare, very, with excellent tech support, and a very complete turbo kit, you just need a good set of tools. I did my own DIY turbo kit and it runs great, and saved me $2500. i wish i could compare it to the flyin miata kit, but i didnt have the 5k at my disposal.
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i agree with the guy tubot . they are legit and have good tech support if you have money
i think you should get it from them because they are top quality part they offer not like ebay stuff don't get me wrong.. i do have ebay stuff in my car also like intercooler and radiator but manifold i got it from them and down pipe exhaust stuff got to be strong for me so yes i got it expensive but less headache
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So did you even bother to look through our vendors section? Don't answer that, go here and read the first three threads. Then create your own intro thread. Then read this thread. Then go here and SEARCH.
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This thread is full of fail, minus Lev's post.
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highest quality kits are definitely on ebay
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You definitely need to tell us your goals and what the car is going to be used for. Also are you a ricer kid, track junky, or mid life crisis cant afford a vet or Porsche type?
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Why was I so polite?

BRB, finding a belt and high ledge
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Get a Civic with VTAK
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