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Sam TII 03-16-2010 09:48 PM

Hey everybody..
 
My name is Sam and I'm pretty new to the Miata community. I'm originally from Northern California but I'm currently in Orem, UT for school.

I just bought a '99 with leather, torsen rear and the factory aero. It's pretty fun and more or less like a go kart. I get a big grin every time I drive it.

I'm 23, married and pretty excited. I had a thoroughly built FC but sold it pay for my wedding/honeymoon etc and just recently saved up enough to get another sports car. I've auto crossed quite a bit and been to a few track days so I'm looking to do the same with this car. My only problem is I'm pretty tall (6'4") with a long torso so I sit a bit too high. I'm looking at lowering my seat/getting a race seat and a roll bar to start. After that, I'll focus on the boost.

I've been lurking for a while though and I've really enjoyed the info. Thanks to everyone for your collaboration and hard work on the FAQ, this is a really informative site!

Cspence 03-16-2010 10:01 PM


Originally Posted by Sam TII (Post 539340)
My name is Sam and I'm pretty new to the Miata community. I'm originally from Northern California but I'm currently in Orem, UT for school.

I just bought a '99 with leather, torsen rear and the factory aero. It's pretty fun and more or less like a go kart. I get a big grin every time I drive it.

I'm 23, married and pretty excited. I had a thoroughly built FC but sold it pay for my wedding/honeymoon etc and just recently saved up enough to get another sports car. I've auto crossed quite a bit and been to a few track days so I'm looking to do the same with this car. My only problem is I'm pretty tall (6'4") with a long torso so I sit a bit too high. I'm looking at lowering my seat/getting a race seat and a roll bar to start. After that, I'll focus on the boost.

I've been lurking for a while though and I've really enjoyed the info. Thanks to everyone for your collaboration and hard work on the FAQ, this is a really informative site!


Your first mistake :facepalm:...I'm about to get engaged and I'll be damn'd if I sell my toy to fund a wedding/honeymoon.....Don't get me wrong, I want it to be nice, but I'd rather wait a little longer to get hitched to save the funds rather than sell my car. Anywho, welcome! ;)

Sam TII 03-16-2010 10:03 PM

Haha well the FC didn't really have much left to do to it. All the suspension was done and it was making a reliable (let the rotary jokes begin) 350 rwhp. I was really happy with it, but I also wanted to start another project so I was okay with letting it go. Plus, my wife is really supportive of my habit and encouraged me to pick up this Miata (I didn't really want to spend the dough right now) so I think I made the right choice :)

Cspence 03-16-2010 10:04 PM


Originally Posted by Sam TII (Post 539356)
Haha well the FC didn't really have much left to do to it. All the suspension was done and it was making a reliable (let the rotary jokes begin) 350 rwhp. I was really happy with it, but I also wanted to start another project so I was okay with letting it go. Plus, my wife is really supportive of my habit and encouraged me to pick up this Miata (I didn't really want to spend the dough right now) so I think I made the right choice :)

You've been redeemed!

Sam TII 03-16-2010 10:05 PM

Oh, and she's hot too.

Jeff_Ciesielski 03-16-2010 10:11 PM


Originally Posted by Sam TII (Post 539358)
Oh, and she's hot too.

:facepalm:

Wait for it.

Sam TII 03-16-2010 10:11 PM


Originally Posted by Jeff_Ciesielski (Post 539366)
:facepalm:

Wait for it.

I figured I had to get to know you guys some how :)

gospeed81 03-16-2010 10:18 PM


Originally Posted by Sam TII (Post 539358)
Oh, and she's hot too.

Pics or ban.

ThatGuy85 03-17-2010 10:05 AM


Originally Posted by gospeed81 (Post 539380)
Pics or ban.

This.

Oh, and welcome. I once had an FC too. Biggest POS I've ever owned! :D

sprx3 03-17-2010 12:09 PM


Originally Posted by gospeed81 (Post 539380)
Pics or ban.

like a glove :D

HONEY MOON PICS OR BAN :idea:

Welcome, i also sold my rx7 to buy a miata (because my wife hated the 7), & although you think its slow once you start playing with it & boost it you will enjoy it more then the FC... welcome enjoy the trip

oh & we are serious about the pics ;)

sixshooter 03-17-2010 01:15 PM

Forum rules include: The mention of girlfriend or wife's appearance requires posting of pictures of said female or poster will be subject to banishment from the forum.

Why do noobs never read the FAQs or the forum rules?

papasmurf 03-17-2010 01:26 PM

Sam, I am in Utah County. (I work in provo but go to school in slc). There are a few boosted miatas running around the wasatch front.

I am trying to organize an autocross event in the parking lot of my employer's building, the owners are on board, I just need to get them to sign off on buying 400 cones lol. I'll let you know if it comes to fruition.

Sam TII 03-17-2010 02:54 PM


Originally Posted by papasmurf (Post 539732)
Sam, I am in Utah County. (I work in provo but go to school in slc). There are a few boosted miatas running around the wasatch front.

I am trying to organize an autocross event in the parking lot of my employer's building, the owners are on board, I just need to get them to sign off on buying 400 cones lol. I'll let you know if it comes to fruition.

That'd be way fun, let me know if it happens.

I did read the FAQ, I guess I just didn't read that FAQ. I retract my previous statement then.


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