miataturbo.net-like debauchery thread (about the ND or something)
#103
Tachometers and automatic gearboxes with faux "manual mode" are a tragic oxymoron. If the ECU gets a vote in gear selection, then there is simply no need for a tach - ever. The only exception to this rule is the ECU preventing a downshift which would result in over-revs. Unless I can bounce off of the rev limiter of this car for an ECU-Unlimited time period, the tachometer should be replaced with a giant "The engine is running" light bulb.
#104
Tachometers and automatic gearboxes with faux "manual mode" are a tragic oxymoron. If the ECU gets a vote in gear selection, then there is simply no need for a tach - ever. The only exception to this rule is the ECU preventing a downshift which would result in over-revs. Unless I can bounce off of the rev limiter of this car for an ECU-Unlimited time period, the tachometer should be replaced with a giant "The engine is running" light bulb.
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Why so many people bash the high-mounted screen is totally beyond me. Does it look kinda funny? Sure. But it's simple, and it keeps your eyes on nearly the same level as the road. It's brilliant, and the command **** works really really well.
Tachometers and automatic gearboxes with faux "manual mode" are a tragic oxymoron. If the ECU gets a vote in gear selection, then there is simply no need for a tach - ever. The only exception to this rule is the ECU preventing a downshift which would result in over-revs. Unless I can bounce off of the rev limiter of this car for an ECU-Unlimited time period, the tachometer should be replaced with a giant "The engine is running" light bulb.
Yeah, this looks great. My biggest fear with the new 2 (and mazda over the next 10 years) is that in an effort to appeal to more people the car will get softer and the driving dynamics will suffer. The current 2 is ridiculously fun on a quiet city street where you don't notice how gutless it is. Is there a law that you need to slow down for a 90 degree turn?
#112
Inside: 93 close-up pics of the chassis. Hopefully you all can view it.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...3974066&type=1
Edit: teaser pics for the lazies
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...3974066&type=1
Edit: teaser pics for the lazies
Last edited by petrolmed; 07-21-2014 at 10:57 PM.
#113
Inside: 93 close-up pics of the chassis. Hopefully you all can view it.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...3974066&type=1
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...3974066&type=1
#117
Few things that I find noteworthy: the oil filter is in the right spot, some long intake AND exhaust runners (no turbo), and definitely 4 lug hubs.
Which brings me to my next point that it can only mean one thing: 949racing is the OE supplier for ND wheels for Mazda. WHERE ARE THE WHEELS, EMILIO?
Which brings me to my next point that it can only mean one thing: 949racing is the OE supplier for ND wheels for Mazda. WHERE ARE THE WHEELS, EMILIO?