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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-21-2023, 12:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,932
Posted By MX-5RACER
Everything goes out the window when speaking in...

Everything goes out the window when speaking in terms of autocross. I can still remember the days of people putting 275 Hoosiers on 6" wide rims on DS Type R Integras back in the day.

As with...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-15-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 24,984
Posted By MX-5RACER
An Evo school is a fantastic way to learn to be a...

An Evo school is a fantastic way to learn to be a better driver. I loved the ones I did way back when. Not sure what the current format are for them, but I highly recommend you finding one and...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-15-2023, 08:46 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 24,984
Posted By MX-5RACER
Please disregard my previous post. This is what...

Please disregard my previous post. This is what happens when you do not read the rules in years.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-14-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 24,984
Posted By MX-5RACER
You might want to revisit the rules, I am not...

You might want to revisit the rules, I am not sure all of your listed plans are legal. Also, is the master cylinder brace legal?
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 02-13-2023, 08:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,514
Posted By MX-5RACER
I sent you a private message.

I sent you a private message.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-18-2023, 08:07 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 17,104
Posted By MX-5RACER
The Toyo and the Nitto NT-01R's are very similar...

The Toyo and the Nitto NT-01R's are very similar and suck compared to a Hoosier, but they suck for a LONG time (In other words, they are not as fast as a Hoosier, duh, but they last a long freaking...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-05-2023, 08:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,620
Posted By MX-5RACER
OSGiken units have a great reputation within the...

OSGiken units have a great reputation within the motorsports community, but keep in mind there will be set-up changes required to get the most out of the diff. I know quite a few people who have...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-29-2022, 04:02 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,433
Posted By MX-5RACER
This could also have been clutch chatter from oil...

This could also have been clutch chatter from oil being left on the pressure plate or flywheel during installation. I have also seen cases where someone lubes up the transmission input shaft a...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-29-2022, 08:23 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 17,104
Posted By MX-5RACER
:brokenheart: I am seriously disappointed with...

:brokenheart: I am seriously disappointed with the level of dust on this hood! Just kidding of course.

The quality of this build astounds me. This looks to be turning out really nicely. ...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 12-20-2022, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,558
Posted By MX-5RACER
I think the issue you will run into is you will...

I think the issue you will run into is you will not be able to set-up the new sensor on the existing Subaru CAN network. You would have to be able to adjust the ECU to not only see the new Oil...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-16-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,932
Posted By MX-5RACER
Not just rolling resistance, but wind resistance...

Not just rolling resistance, but wind resistance too. You are trying to cut the air with two more inches of width across the entire wheel/tire. I think the wind resistance would greater than the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-16-2022, 08:25 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,932
Posted By MX-5RACER
Another variable to throw out that I have done...

Another variable to throw out that I have done some testing on with my track Miata, in low HP cars like the Miata and the Twins, I found that carrying an inch of wheel and tire around a high-speed...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-13-2022, 08:22 AM
Replies: 1,638
Views: 1,089,781
Posted By MX-5RACER
I have the Voodoo knob in my BRZ and I love it. ...

I have the Voodoo knob in my BRZ and I love it. Good price, and a very high-quality finish. My Dad has one on his Miata since the '90's and loved it so much he put one on his NSX.

Here is a...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-12-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,598
Posted By MX-5RACER
I got the low-down from Josh on his way home. I...

I got the low-down from Josh on his way home. I have been helping him with that car for years now, including swapping in the current engine when an injector took out his last engine at Daytona. I...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-12-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,598
Posted By MX-5RACER
17 is a big boy turn for sure, if you are really...

17 is a big boy turn for sure, if you are really on the edge the car will bounce left the whole way getting closer and closer to the wall on the exit. I sacrifice some lap time in 17 to avoid the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-09-2022, 03:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,598
Posted By MX-5RACER
Chin Track Days does a great job with these track...

Chin Track Days does a great job with these track events. I instruct with them, but I am not going to this event. A good friend of mine will be there with his supercharged Miata that I have done a...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-11-2022, 08:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,577
Posted By MX-5RACER
I installed a red STi start button in my car. It...

I installed a red STi start button in my car. It was pretty easy to do and was under $100 from the dealer.

See my old post here with the part number:...
Forum: Southeast 08-05-2022, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 724
Posted By MX-5RACER
Is the 86 meet still happening tomorrow? I can...

Is the 86 meet still happening tomorrow? I can no longer view your pictures.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 08-02-2022, 11:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,597
Posted By MX-5RACER
One thing people do not think about is side to...

One thing people do not think about is side to side alignment. Not only should you have the correct pinion angle, but you should also not have a deviation side to side. You can use laser pointers...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-25-2022, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By MX-5RACER
I installed Naca ducts just like this in both the...

I installed Naca ducts just like this in both the driver and passenger sail windows on my Miata. They move a TON of air when the car is moving. In the Miata world, there are lexan kits that come...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 07-20-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,452
Posted By MX-5RACER
I think the mistake people make applying RainX is...

I think the mistake people make applying RainX is that they apply too much and then don't let it haze up enough before removing.

I have found it best to apply like a wax, in the shade, using...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-20-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,089
Posted By MX-5RACER
What about the new Continental ExtremeContact...

What about the new Continental ExtremeContact Force or the new Kumho V730? I have heard good things about both, but nothing from anyone running a BRZ or FRS.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 07-19-2022, 01:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,452
Posted By MX-5RACER
I had an old bottle of RainX that would last...

I had an old bottle of RainX that would last forever. I got a replacement from Walmart and that crap would barely make it through one rain storm before it was gone. This is when I found out that...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-11-2022, 01:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,508
Posted By MX-5RACER
I used a cable like this: ...

I used a cable like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Metra-AX-TOYUSB-2-2010-Up-Toyota-Adaptor/dp/B00EAYYQDO

This cable allowed me to retain my factory USB port for CarPlay use with my new headunit...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-06-2022, 10:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,383
Posted By MX-5RACER
Thanks for your continued support with this...

Thanks for your continued support with this platform.

I will be installing a set of your camber plates on my Feal 441+'s this weekend.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-01-2022, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 840
Posted By MX-5RACER
Thanks, I don't use RaceRender, but another...

Thanks, I don't use RaceRender, but another template is always nice.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-01-2022, 12:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,183
Posted By MX-5RACER
Until lithium technology is adapted to work in...

Until lithium technology is adapted to work in all cars and overcome the voltage issues (Very few of the lithium batteries have sufficient protection circuits) that happens in off-normal conditions,...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-23-2022, 11:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 858
Posted By MX-5RACER
Don't do it. The webbing will also be stretched....

Don't do it. The webbing will also be stretched. People do not realize that once in an accident the webbing on the seatbelt stretches to catch you and reduce the force your body sees against the...
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 05-10-2022, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,110
Posted By MX-5RACER
I sent you a PM.

I sent you a PM.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 01-16-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 84,779
Posted By MX-5RACER
I recently replaced mine and had to fight to get...

I recently replaced mine and had to fight to get the bolt out and back in as well. I have a manual so I am not sure if the people who are having less of a fight have auto's or not. I ended up...
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