Also remember that the Exocet importer for the US is based out of Atlanta. So for DIY to have the kit maker local is a big added bonus.
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I looked at several kits before contacting Exomotive. I went this direction for many reasons. Some of which, in no particular order, are functionality, proximity, cost, openness of their chief engineer to share data publicly, and rapid and friendly email response. Love or hate the cosmetics, I don't care. Cosmetics are a secondary concern to me. The car actually does not photograph well, and I was surprised how much better it looks in person.
Originally Posted by Braineack
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I barely drive the miata anymore as is. It could be cool to have a real project and then a really fun weekend car. I wouldn't complain as much about the motor after shaving 800lbs off the damn thing. Would probably step it down to a t25 finally.
Originally Posted by shuiend
(Post 1025067)
Also remember that the Exocet importer for the US is based out of Atlanta. So for DIY to have the kit maker local is a big added bonus.
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They're limited by the front subframe aren't they? That's the benefit over a 7 kit, yes? No new subframe, steering rack, drive shaft, or suspension arms? I think they did a lot with the looks for what they had to work with.
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Correct. The Exocet retains the Miata's front and rear subframes, suspension, brakes, engine, driveshaft, transmission, differential, and axles. And any engine swap that fits into a Miata should also fit in the Exocet. Some sort of LS1 type swap is a viable option for the chassis, one day.
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You have no idea how much I love that cartoon compared to the cartoons at work.
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Yep, in the GRM thread Warren hints at Exocet specific wiring harnesses and ECU's developed specifically for the chassis.......so buying bits and pieces could make since if you can't find a decent donor.
And with Ben, if you go read the GRM thread I linked, we all asked alot of questions which Warren was more than forthright about. So even though now my goals don't seem to line up with an Exocet build (unless the money situation changes drastically in the next 18 months)..........I still think it's an awesome platform with a lot of potential. I'll be watching this thread with excitement. |
Originally Posted by NiklasFalk
(Post 1024839)
Why not add a GRP Miata shell on top of it just for the looks :)
One-piece front, a wide-body rear, fastback HT and you're almost there. A light Miata or a heavy and ugly Seven/Atom replica? |
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MS3-Pro (01-05 MSPNP Prototype) tuning on the donor car
-dotted stock computer, solid MS3-Pro- A little fat still in that 2500-3000 range, but overall a much better fuel curve than what the stock ECU provides. A little higher rev limiter, too. OK, a lot higher. An extra 500 rpm. :) https://www.miataturbo.net/attachmen...ine=1372720941 https://www.miataturbo.net/attachmen...ine=1372720941 |
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Did you fool with VVT maps on the above dnyo?
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Originally Posted by Braineack
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Did you fool with VVT maps on the above dnyo?
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do you expect to get that +5 rwtq if you fix the fueling between 2500-3500?
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Originally Posted by Braineack
(Post 1027774)
do you expect to get that +5 rwtq if you fix the fueling between 2500-3500?
It would pick up a few more hp up top if a little fuel was taken out. The car's really no dyno queen though, it's too stock to make any impressive amount of power. |
but +5rwtq throughout the entire powerband is pretty nice.
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Originally Posted by Braineack
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but +5rwtq throughout the entire powerband is pretty nice.
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make it 1000 rpm, you can do it!
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Yes you can.
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Float Valve, Float!
I'll offer free dyno time to either one of you... if you're willing to pull your stock motor to 8000+ |
Originally Posted by Ben
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Float Valve, Float!
I'll offer free dyno time to either one of you... if you're willing to pull your stock motor to 8000+ |
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