What makes a Miata a mx5?
The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-passenger roadster sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda with a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. The name miata derives from Old High German for “reward”.
How do you replace Shock on Mazda Miata?
Loosen the wheel nuts, then lift the car and support it on jack stands; see either the Maintenance section from Tips from the Garage Web page, the Mazda Shop Manual, or the Enthusiast’s Manual for further details.
Can you replace the spring on a NB Miata?
Editor’s Note: There is a good writeup on Miata Forumfor Shock/Spring replacement on an NB Miata. Shock/spring replacement can be a difficult and tedious task, particularly if the Madza-recommended (i.e., shop manual) method is used.
Where is the sway bar on a Miata?
Disconnect the sway bar’s attachment to the lower A-arm linkage (14 mm socket), to allow the A-arm to swing out of the way in subsequent steps. The sway bar can be removed either where it joins the A-arm, or at the point between the main (horizontal) sway bar and the curved link that fastens to the arm.
What do you use to replace Shock mount?
Lubricate the lower shock mounting bolt with molybdenum or similar grease, and replace the bolt. Push down on the shaft of the shock, and replace the top shock mount.
Loosen the wheel nuts, then lift the car and support it on jack stands; see either the Maintenance section from Tips from the Garage Web page, the Mazda Shop Manual, or the Enthusiast’s Manual for further details.
What kind of suspension does a Mazda Miata have?
Getting your Mazda Miata suspension dialed in can equate to you out-handling your competition, and depending on your type of racing, will even give you better times. If your vehicle came from the factory with softer suspension, it will almost always handle poorly until the suspension is replaced with a performance setup such as coilovers.
How big are the sway bars on a Mazda Miata?
Another thing to consider when modifying your Mazda Miata is sway bars. By default, almost all factory cars are tuned with an understeer bias. This makes them easier to drive at their limit, and much safer. For example, a stock Mitsubishi EVO 8 (AWD Turbo) comes factory with a 24mm front sway bar, and a 22mm rear.
When did the Mazda MX-5 Miata come out?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a lightweight, two-seater roadster manufactured by Mazda. First introduced in 1989, the Mazda Miata has been extremely popular with automotive enthusiasts and professional drivers who have helped it become the best-selling two-seat convertible sports car in history.