I'm embarrassed, but here I go...
03-03-2013, 07:23 PM
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The timing belt on the miata was my first stab at anything of the sort.
Basic mechanical knowledge and a toolbox, along with the help of this forum and you can do just about anything to these cars.
Do yourself a favor though. Don't piece together a DIY kit for the IC pipes. Just call FM and order the silicone kit and be done with it. Just my
knowing from experience.
Good luck!
Basic mechanical knowledge and a toolbox, along with the help of this forum and you can do just about anything to these cars.
Do yourself a favor though. Don't piece together a DIY kit for the IC pipes. Just call FM and order the silicone kit and be done with it. Just my
knowing from experience.Good luck!
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03-03-2013, 07:50 PM
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1. You're not going to have any problems whatsoever.
2. You're going to have a great setup.
Our first demand: Build thread with nice pictures.
At 53K and 14 years, you're due for a TB/WP. So, go right ahead. Reasonably priced kits are available on E-bay (members have had good experiences) or Rosenthal Mazda (a bit more, but you get OEM gaskets that are really nice).
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03-03-2013, 08:06 PM
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You can definitely to the timing belt and the water pump yourself.
Just pay attention to detail such as clean and true mating surfaces on joints, and proper torque on the bolts.
And, the three most important things you need to know about timing belt replacement on a Miata are as follows:
All in all:
Just pay attention to detail such as clean and true mating surfaces on joints, and proper torque on the bolts.
And, the three most important things you need to know about timing belt replacement on a Miata are as follows:
All in all:
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03-03-2013, 08:12 PM
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Thought I would share a few photos:
When I first bought it in 06 with 28k:
A couple of years later:
On the way home from Miatas at the Gap - 09
Today it looks essentially the same because I baby it too much! It's time to give it a turbo and see what it can do!
When I first bought it in 06 with 28k:
A couple of years later:
On the way home from Miatas at the Gap - 09
Today it looks essentially the same because I baby it too much! It's time to give it a turbo and see what it can do!
Last edited by gelkins; 03-03-2013 at 08:34 PM. Reason: trouble with posting image
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03-03-2013, 08:16 PM
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Thought I would share a few photos:
When I first bought it in 06 with 28k:
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
A couple of years later:
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
On the way home from Miatas at the Gap - 09
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
Today it looks essentially the same because I baby it too much! It's time to give it a turbo and see what it can do!
When I first bought it in 06 with 28k:
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
A couple of years later:
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
On the way home from Miatas at the Gap - 09
[IMG]ssl.gstatic.com/s2/oz/images/google-logo-plus-0fbe8f0119f4a902429a5991af5db563.png[/IMG]
Today it looks essentially the same because I baby it too much! It's time to give it a turbo and see what it can do!
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03-03-2013, 10:34 PM
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Are NB dashes really that bad? I can have a dash out in half an hour without breaking the gauge hood on an NA, including pulling the seats out. I had the NA8 Dash out, wiring harness swapped, heat box removed, carpet removed, insulation added, and everything put back in with an NA6 dash in 4 hours if you dont count the time I had to go to the store to get the correct sized rivets for swapping the vin tag. Dashes are easy. Trying to get the long bolt out of the lower rear control arm is a nightmare.
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03-03-2013, 10:48 PM
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It was an NA (96) that I did the dash switch on. I cannot speak for the NB. All I can say is that it took me a long time to do my 96 including the heater core.
Here is what the Miata Haynes Repair Manual says about doing the timing chain and sprockets:
"The timing system is complex. Severe engine damage will occur if you make any mistakes. Do not attempt this procedure unless you are highly experienced with this type of repair. If you are at all unsure of your abilities, consult an expert."
Okay, now I'm having doubts again about doing the timing belt myself.
Here is what the Miata Haynes Repair Manual says about doing the timing chain and sprockets:
"The timing system is complex. Severe engine damage will occur if you make any mistakes. Do not attempt this procedure unless you are highly experienced with this type of repair. If you are at all unsure of your abilities, consult an expert."
Okay, now I'm having doubts again about doing the timing belt myself.
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03-03-2013, 10:57 PM
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I've got the coldside pipe, it fits "meh" on my 2000, but this is due to the goofy lines for the AC. If I had no AC, there would be no problem. It seems to work fine on every other application. Can you do it cheaper with individual parts from somewhere like siliconeintakes? Sure, but the FM parts eliminate probably a dozen failure points and clamps. That's all kinds of win, if you are willing to pay for the premium.
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03-03-2013, 11:10 PM
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What?! Are you going to trust a Haynes "manual" or a collection of random anonymous homo jackasses on a gay car forum? 
Also, Miata uses a timing belt, not chain. In my book, we're already one up on the book
Also, Miata uses a timing belt, not chain. In my book, we're already one up on the book
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03-03-2013, 11:11 PM
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Are NB dashes really that bad? I can have a dash out in half an hour without breaking the gauge hood on an NA, including pulling the seats out. I had the NA8 Dash out, wiring harness swapped, heat box removed, carpet removed, insulation added, and everything put back in with an NA6 dash in 4 hours if you dont count the time I had to go to the store to get the correct sized rivets for swapping the vin tag. Dashes are easy. Trying to get the long bolt out of the lower rear control arm is a nightmare.
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