Aluminum undertray (engine splash shield)
10-23-2015, 04:17 PM
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Aluminum undertray (engine splash shield)
The smelly R-package's plastic undertray was missing when I bought the car (well, I think one piece of it is still attached). I haven't bothered replacing it yet since I rarely drive the car, but I was thinking about it today and started searching for a replacement.
So -- no Miata's at the local Pull-A-Part. OEM part is $60ish I think? And Moss sells a Cobalt SS undertray but it's 10 lbs, doesn't cover/seal like the original, and is $160.
I've also seen attempts at fabbing up replacements from aluminum or ABS with varying degrees of success. But I just came across this option, and I can't find any info on it on any of the forums:
NA Miata Aluminum Aero Undertray |
Thoughts? I don't really like the "Insert Tab A into Slot B" construction, but I'm sure shipping is cheaper and safer that way, and I don't know if it matters as long as it's secured and tight when installed.
So -- no Miata's at the local Pull-A-Part. OEM part is $60ish I think? And Moss sells a Cobalt SS undertray but it's 10 lbs, doesn't cover/seal like the original, and is $160.
I've also seen attempts at fabbing up replacements from aluminum or ABS with varying degrees of success. But I just came across this option, and I can't find any info on it on any of the forums:
NA Miata Aluminum Aero Undertray |
Thoughts? I don't really like the "Insert Tab A into Slot B" construction, but I'm sure shipping is cheaper and safer that way, and I don't know if it matters as long as it's secured and tight when installed.
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10-23-2015, 05:59 PM
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I have one of those. I like it.
The slot and tab seems like once it's all screwed together it would be a non issue. Have it welded and be done with it if it's a problem. Might be able to torch braze it if no A/C welder.
I have boost pipes running through there so I didn't use them, not yet at least. Need the time to cut and fit.
It won't take a curb hit but is very strong. It doesn't deflect with just your hands.
It also comes with an air deflector to direct air to the radiator. It's and option that I can't use as that's where my intercooler is. It can be moved and I'm sure I'll get to that too.
It's not my thing but you could use this to help support DIY lips and such.
For the cost it's worth it unless your just needing to replace your factory one on a super stock daily.
The slot and tab seems like once it's all screwed together it would be a non issue. Have it welded and be done with it if it's a problem. Might be able to torch braze it if no A/C welder.
I have boost pipes running through there so I didn't use them, not yet at least. Need the time to cut and fit.
It won't take a curb hit but is very strong. It doesn't deflect with just your hands.
It also comes with an air deflector to direct air to the radiator. It's and option that I can't use as that's where my intercooler is. It can be moved and I'm sure I'll get to that too.
It's not my thing but you could use this to help support DIY lips and such.
For the cost it's worth it unless your just needing to replace your factory one on a super stock daily.
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10-24-2015, 12:25 PM
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This attaches to the stock rear locations, right?
So no NASA PT/TT points, right?
On the NB version, it looks like the 3 bolts go into the stock screw locations. But it does not have the bolt/nut connection in front behind the fender liner.
The slot/tab constructions looks like you wouldn't have to remove the side panels to get the bottom off. Yea, all Oil changes, remove the bottom tray first.
So no NASA PT/TT points, right?
On the NB version, it looks like the 3 bolts go into the stock screw locations. But it does not have the bolt/nut connection in front behind the fender liner.
The slot/tab constructions looks like you wouldn't have to remove the side panels to get the bottom off. Yea, all Oil changes, remove the bottom tray first.
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10-24-2015, 10:52 PM
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Maybe I am super confused, but I don't recall ever having to take anything off to change the oil. Drain plug is easily accessed from under the car, oil filter easily accessed from the top of the car. Why are we removing the splash shield?
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