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Old Mar 16, 2010 | 09:48 PM
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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!
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam TII
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 ...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!
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:03 PM
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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
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Originally Posted by Sam TII
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!
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:05 PM
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Oh, and she's hot too.
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam TII
Oh, and she's hot too.


Wait for it.
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff_Ciesielski


Wait for it.
I figured I had to get to know you guys some how
Old Mar 16, 2010 | 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam TII
Oh, and she's hot too.
Pics or ban.
Old Mar 17, 2010 | 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by gospeed81
Pics or ban.
This.

Oh, and welcome. I once had an FC too. Biggest POS I've ever owned!
Old Mar 17, 2010 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by gospeed81
Pics or ban.
like a glove

HONEY MOON PICS OR BAN

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
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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?
Old Mar 17, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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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.
Old Mar 17, 2010 | 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by papasmurf
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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