Goodbye Smurfette - Project Partout
 

Original build thread/car history: https://www.miataturbo.net/build-thr...ss-slow-72243/

Hey all, I just have to rip the bandaid off and re-prioritize. This has been a delightful car and my most comprehensive build I've ever done (so far). It's been 7 years and I've learned TONS and just feel it's time to move on. I keep thinking about an NB with K24, and while I love this car, it no longer sparks joy #Konmari

Because it's unlikely that the car will sell whole, I'll start parting out some of the easy items first. The chassis/suspension/brakes will probably be last until I find stock replacements to keep it a roller.












https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...6dc17bf1e6.png

LIST OF SOLD ITEMS

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...bb55c8ebed.png
























PHOTODUMP



Memories
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...c3&oe=5D3DB1D5
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...70&oe=5D42856F
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...e6&oe=5D4CC555
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...62&oe=5D423FEE
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...be&oe=5D2C0918

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...d1&oe=5D4BA0F4

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...71&oe=5D0250E2

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...1c&oe=5D50071C

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...45&oe=5D342B8A

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...6f&oe=5D3D8336

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...e1&oe=5D5059F7

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...38&oe=5D3F46F2
https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...b4&oe=5D4788C3

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...38&oe=5D4F7284

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...ed38a79a7c.jpg

This makes me sad :(

I would have gotten quite a lot from you if I hadn't already started my build. Might still have interest in a couple items after prices are posted.

I'm assuming items like wheels are pick up only?

Yea, huge things like wheels and stuff are going to be more difficult for me to ship logistically, but if there's absolute interest, I'll see if I can figure it out.

I need to run to the dentist, but will be updating this thread throughout the weekend.

Noooooooooooo...... Monicaaaaaaa

:cry: PM'd

PM sent re: Xidas

I almost want to negcat you for parting out :cry:

Part out
 

Sending you a PM

pm sent for xidas and can throw in godspeed mono SS coilovers to use as rollers if that'll help

Hey guys, I'm still working on prices. I'm inundated with PM's now especially for the XIDA's. Some of these things will hold preference to sell locally so bear with me.


EDIT: Also, I can only respond to 1 PM every 60 Seconds. It's going to be a while. If you consolidate all your questions into one message instead of this short hand stuff, it'll go a long way, and might prevent from someone undercutting the part from you because of communication delay.

Damn dude - I enjoyed your build a lot! Please re-think this.

I wish I lived closer because I would take a lot of the "heavy" stuff off your hands. At this moment:interested in Singular brake duct package, the ID injectors and the Trackspeed brakes as well as the V8R control arm kit. Since some of this is needed for the purpose of rolling the chassis, let me know if I can throw stock bits back at you first so you can remove yours and ship / as well just need some prices PM'ed back to me. Please.

Thanks.

I've been hem and hawing over this for over a year. There are some real life things that I need to pay attention to and I'm wrapped up in a 280z restoration. I think I've learned what I could on this project that I started so long ago, I feel trapped in this type of build because in the last 2 years there has been tons of development that would have altered the path I would have taken. A chance to start from scratch is refreshing and I've definitely enjoyed it. I've described it as this: Getting out of a bad relationship, bittersweet. There are a lot of good memories, but when it's no longer fun or everything feels like a chore, it's time to get out.

I went ahead and coupled the brake stuff together as one package. Fronts, rears, pads, rotors, and prop valve, and AP Racing Jhook rotors.


Price is up on the XIDA's but I'll likely want to try to sell these local first.

Do the MSM uprights come with hubs?

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...b32f271205.jpg
They do. Sorry they are a bit tired, been sitting outside.

Put me down for the cluster if it doesn't end up going.

SOLD

NB oem manual rack
Brake ducts
STRI gauges
Hood/singular vents
APR mirrors
Rear bumper
Door bars
XIDA Gen 2's
Radium Fuel Rail

Sorry if I missed it, but where are you located?

PM sent for Tomei bits

Northern VA

Skunk2 TB and square top manifold sold.
Sway bars have sold

I'm trying a new format, uploading an image of a spreadsheet to make things more organized. Please let me know what you think or if it sucks on your monitor

Wheels, Sways, Rollbar has sold

😪

Sad to see it go, but glad I was able to snag a few things so I could get my build finished up already.

This whole partout sucks on my monitor. Should have kept the car. :sadface:

Yea, there has been some protest while taking parts off. It's like she's fighting it. But couples therapy isn't going to help this case

Folks, I'm probably going to have to destroy the rear lower control arms to extract the bolt and free the xidas. I'll likely be splitting the respective pairs up. Prices to be adjusted later tonight. Please refer to first post for most up to date availability and pricing day by day

There have been some inquiries about the subframe. I ha e it listed with damage because a particular area in DC was unforgiving. I was amazed and relieved the pan was fine. Anyway, here's a photo and I tried to price it accordingly. No cracks or tears. Just some dings
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...ffd6911fef.jpg

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...452c4713ca.jpg

So sad but had some friends drop by and we did some damage. Brought all the stuff inside and I'll start packaging the first wave of shipments. Hopefully pull the motor in the next two weeks with the transmission. I have to figure out how to chop up those v8 roadster arms to get the Xidas free.


I appreciate everyone's patience. Normally it's just a one person operation and it's been a pretty steep learning curve to keep on top of messages and tracking who is interested in what. I'm sorry if any of you have fallen out due to my poor recollection.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...1a6ef24e88.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...96cdb47284.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...d349725ed5.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...2ed18713c5.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...2ac953d2b6.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...f7f92ef5ac.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...f301d4e0a0.jpg



Anyone need studded snow tires?
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...b2b0bf975c.jpg

Any further news on those turn signals. We exchanged pms earlier. Thanks

replied

I imagine you could get a lot of attention with the studded tires at a drag strip, lol.

Damn. Sorry to see it but I know you been feeling this for a while. Just popped in to say good luck with the sale - just make sure you stick around after this one's gone.

This is one of my favorite cars on this forum, which means one of the best cars on the interwebs. Marie Kondo has changed a lot of lives.

Sparks for days. Doriftuuu



Yea it was hard to initiate, but I'm actually feeling better knowing that there's a little piece of Smurfette's soul living it up in other peoples cars. I love this community and the technical curioisty that a lot of folks on this forum possess. I still feel like in due time, I'll be building an NB K-swap similar to what's currently for sale on your side of the country. That same part of me is excited about starting over with lessons learned and 20/20 hindsight. It just won't be this year, maybe the next. I'm relatively sure I can build a fast car, but I want to learn how to be a better driver, and in a safer vehicle than the Smurf...probably something stock for a while with the appropriate safety equipment. Just a priority shift, and trying to be more responsible. I'll let Mat Russell and others continue the science project pushing the boundaries. My car never had the chance to prove it's actual potential for one reason or another, but I've met mine, and it scares me each time.

And let's remember how she's been in her prime. Better than ending in a catastrophic demise with broken parts :love:

Meh. Romanticize it all you want, it was still slower than a dually coming up The Dragon.

It was terrifying being ghosted by that truck. You could hear it, couldn't see it, then it was next to you in opposing lane.

Pm’d

DEPO smoked turn signals have sold
Rear tails have sold


replied

This makes me so sad, I was really hoping to see that twinscroll beast come to life. If you were closer I'd buy that hood in a heartbeat. Wish I had cash for the manifold too buddy, GLWS :(

I'll be fulfilling the twinscroll data point dont worry. Should have an uber head too.

Nice! Now if I can only find a buyer to appreciate the rebuilt one I have lol. I'm having trouble pricing it.









Some progress today
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...537ca8bc23.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...9873c9eac7.jpg


Im really impressed with the Sadfab bushings. Still glides so smooth both sleeves and the pillow ball.

Exhaust
 

Do you still have the exhaust? What size is the outlet/how much are you looking to get for it?


same question for wideband the your fuel injectors.


thanks!

Ben








Some progress today
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...537ca8bc23.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...9873c9eac7.jpg


Im really impressed with the Sadfab bushings. Still glides so smooth both sleeves and the pillow ball.[/QUOTE]

Badams932 thanks for the inquiry. The Artech exhaust is full 3"stainless. It's currently pending along with the Artech top mount ramhorn turbo manifold, Borg Warner EFR T25 Turbine Housing, and the Artech 3" downpipe.


Fortunately, if you're interested, the Injector Dynamics ID1300 is still available as well as the Innovate ECF-1 wide band with flex sensor and fuel pressure sensor. If you want these, send me a message and we can facilitate the transaction offline.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...6aa29f882b.jpg
First round of shipping tomorrow

Everyone who is having things shipped should have a tracking number. If not, please reach out.

The rear control arms and Xida's are at the machine shop now to see if the bolts can be extracted. I don't know what will come of the arms afterward. Otherwise, prices listed for the respective pairs and not as a set.


Updating the spreadsheet soon. There have been a lot of folks asking for things that have been sold or pending. I'll strike through items I've received payments on, the rest is waiting for deposit or payment. Slowly wrapping up Part 1 of this partout.

Yay! Reunification
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...49510c64ec.jpg
​​​​​​



Boo
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...2a4e1b207c.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...852a9342dc.jpg

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...5010cd0c00.jpg
Goodbye artech setup. Wow. It feels real now.

RIP
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...70d413184b.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...3021ad7a0a.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...76b9ab48e5.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...650d10fc8d.jpg
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...0a4d33e4fa.jpg
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...c5280b6103.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...e908080ccc.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...ad2c84bb5d.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...6a5aa6c840.jpg

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...ef26d99032.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...034fe367b2.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...566a3729c2.jpg
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...00938ce44c.jpg
Updated some things. Other large stuff is going to take some time to gather shipping quotes (subframe etc)

Shipped out the rail yet? No tracking # so far.

Rail has been shipped last Friday, I'll double check my receipts when I get home for the tracking. Thanks for checking in, didn't mean to miss this.

(Yours is the black box picutred under the light switch in photo above)

No worries. Guess I should probably check the mailbox, too. Lol.

Hey dude, it was delivered last Monday, you sure you didn't get it?


Intercooler has sold
All the carbon fiber bits sold




Still waiting on the head to return from the shop, then that'd probably get its own thread along with remaining odds and ends.

I know folks have been asking about the subframe. I'm still looking for a box bix enough, aside from just wrapping foam around it and shipping it as it.

Control arms are SOLD

Man, sorry to see this go, hope you are going to stay with the Miata format!

Ill buy the subframe wrapped in foam and shipped as is haha
👍👍

After this post, I'll probably not boost this up anymore. There are few enough parts that I think a standalone thread for each should suffice. I will update the spreadsheet accordingly but PM me directly if you want something.

Sorry folks, still trying to hold out a bit longer for a local sale on the subframe.