NB MX-5 Miata

Antenna lube

feeds@yuku.com (zoomzoom) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:11:52 GMT

How do you guys lube the automatic pop up antenna?
I'm just wiping it with lithium grease. Sound right?

antenna is stuck....

feeds@yuku.com (recycled sixties) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:07:27 GMT

My '99 Miata has the radio antenna sticking on retraction. There is no problem extending but when I turn the radio off, the last 3 inches of the antenna stays extended. I greased the antenna about a month ago and I regreased it to no avail. Is there a quick fix to this or must I replace the antenna unit/motor?
Guy

Rear wheel bearing - press off old one and press on new. Any DIY's I can pay personally or shops to recommend ?

feeds@yuku.com (landrew) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:54:52 GMT

Hi,

I picked up a high km's Yellow 2002 SE and it needs a new rear passenger side bearing put onto the hub. (and a front drivers but that I can do myself) I have the bearing and will remove the hub just need the pressing done.

I have may tools but not a big press, thought some of you may have access to a press.

Also I would like to get a ride in a Turbo or SC car. I plan on doing a 200RWP FI setup in the next 6 mos. and would like to see how...

notchy transmission

feeds@yuku.com (zoomzoom) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:49:41 GMT

Hi

Recently got a '04. (50,000km)
Seemed that for the warm up time 2nd was notchy.

Took in 2 times to mazda dealership. They saw nothing first time. Second time said to put in ATF. I said no its a manual...
For some reason seemed to change after they took a look. 3rd and 5th were notchy randomly more it seemed.

I just put in Redline MTL yesterday, and I would say it is WORSE now. Now several gear are notchy for the whole ride. Nut just for the...

modifications on a 99

feeds@yuku.com (vicg) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:23:18 GMT

After waiting for replies to find someone who would add an ac unit {oem] to my 99, zero responses, I contacted Eunos in Vanc. We made arrangements for me to drive to his shop for this job to be done.

Chris installed the ac unit without a mark anywhere, as well as installing a grill.

all this done at a reasonable price. with only a few days delay at the shop.

Next: I have a new original 5speed trans for sale as The original owner exchanged to a 6 speed the first...

Battery vent tube and gas filler recess drain..............

feeds@yuku.com (recycled sixties) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:14:11 GMT

A quick question regarding a year old Miata battery that is non-spillable. Am I correct in saying that the vent tube is no longer needed in this kind of battery? I have checked the battery over and have found no vent tube holes unless they are hiding under the labels?

Second point. After that horrendous rain storm we had about 6 weeks ago, I went to the gas station and found accumulated water above the level of the gas tank intake. I scooped the water out to the point where the...

Troubleshooting question

feeds@yuku.com (99bb) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:19:11 GMT

I have a 99 miata with ~ 46,000 miles on it (bought and imported from US @ ~40,000 miles). Twice now (recently and ~ 2000 miles ago), it has run extremely rough upon starting, hesitating / possibly misfiring with very little power. After a few minutes, it all of a sudden clears and runs like nothing happened.

I have been doing some research on the web and have found reference to faulty ignition coil packs for this model year that may intermittently fail with similar results. I...

2nd gear issue

feeds@yuku.com (zoomzoom) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:52:26 GMT

Hi

I have a low 2004 miata and I find that it some times does a very small grind when I put it into 2nd.
This only happens though for the first few blocks. It seemed random at first but I think basically once it warms up a bit then it is fine.

Weber told me I should replace the manual transmission with automatic fluid (ATF). Said they've had to do this and have seen this on miatas.

Just curious if anyone else has done this? Has anyone else had this...

full oem ac unit

feeds@yuku.com (vicg) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:16:31 GMT

Does anyone know where I can get an OEM ac installed on a 99. I just returned from Los Vegas where it exceeded 100 degrees TOO hot for top down no air and too hot with top up no air. Please advise asap as id like to have it done before we MIGHT get summer in Manitoba Thanks Vic I may be reached at vegerbasi@hotmail.com

GC kit for stock shock install on konis

feeds@yuku.com (herbpin) — Sun, 24 May 2009 21:20:58 GMT

Link to my miata.net question

Let me start by explaining how I got to my current situation.
I have koni yellows with fm springs and fcm bumpstops. Then bought a set of bnib ground controls for stock shocks from a local club member. So I called GC and got koni adaptors so I can use the gc kit on my konis. Now I'm putting them together and hammered out the stock shock adaptor...

service manual

feeds@yuku.com (herbpin) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:02:11 GMT

I found this service manual online.
http://printer1.blogspot.com/2009/04/mazda-mx-5-miata-1999-workshop-manual.html

Rotors/brake pads

feeds@yuku.com (carcrazy999) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:40:18 GMT

My front brake pads and possibly rotors will have to be replaced in another month and wanted to know if putting ceramic pads and either slotted /or crossed drilled rotors( at a higher cost) make a whole lot of difference in braking performance over standard parts. I have done a bit of research on the net and as usual you get different opinions ,specially on the rotors.Wanted to know what Miata owners thoughts are and experiences.
I am currently running 17" forged aluminum wheels and...

Problem with EGR Valve on 1999 Miata

feeds@yuku.com (StuartSargeant) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:01:41 GMT

I have a 1999 Masda MX5 Miata which has been running without any problems since it was new, but the Check Engine Light suddenly came on about two months ago so I took it to AutoWorld in Leduc. They informed me that the EGR Valve had seized and would need to be...

FYI Map pocket

feeds@yuku.com (vicg) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 01:38:42 GMT

99 miata has no map pockets... I found the following info on a site somewhere and recently purchased and installed the following:
BMW parts 51472261407 and 4x 51472263062 netting and 4 clips cost $40.00

Works well and super easy to install I bought the parts NOT from BMW dealer as I couldnt get past the "press 1 2 3 4 system" but thru a repair shop for foreign cars

Nice easy fix

NOW where in Canada is the best and least expensive place to buy...

photos of 2000 Miata

feeds@yuku.com (sunnydin) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:48:49 GMT

Where do I find club members photos. I am a miata newbie... Thanks, sunnydin

door speakers , grill for a 99

feeds@yuku.com (vicg) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:50:10 GMT

are the clearwater door speakers for replacement adequate or should I go for BOSE ????

what would you guys recommend for a grill to fill the large gap?? one for protection ? or Hi flow. This is a MINT vehicle and Id like to keep it this way Any advice will be very welcome

Thanks in advance

Vicg

mazda speed headlights

feeds@yuku.com (chrome) — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 16:32:51 GMT

Need to know......I have a 2002 Mazda Miata, and I want to take out my headlights and put in Mazda Speed headlights. Has anyone done this? Is it just removal and replace?
Your feed back is much appreciated

Replacement light bulbs for 1999

feeds@yuku.com (vicg) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:06:49 GMT

info wanted Best and brightest replacement bulbs to fit 99 miata thanks in advance Vic wtb

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Edited to split from Posting Etiquette topic.

Poor traction

feeds@yuku.com (patjohcra) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:01:55 GMT

I recently bought my third MX5, having previously enjoyed owning a 1990 and 1993. This is a great car with one exception; the drive wheels have very poor traction, partially because the tires have only 1/4" of tread, but also because the wheel violently bounces whenever it spins. An acquaintance owning a similar car says it is caused by the worn tires. Experience with clunkers I owned as a teen leads me to believe one or more shock is...

OEM Springs

feeds@yuku.com (carcrazy999) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:54:43 GMT

I have just had a mechanic( who used to work at a Mazda Dealer) changed my suspension back to OEM from an FM kit.
The OEM springs sets were not the same height with one set being higher by approx. 1 inch(more spacing between coils).He(after consultation with a Mazda dealer in Vancouver and others) installed the taller ones in the front.There was no part number stamped on the springs.The car looks a bit high in the back and I am not sure if it is a visual effect because I have 17"...