What kind of differential does an MX-5 Miata use?
The ever popular Honda S2000 also runs the same 7″ differential from the 1.8 MX-5 Miata. Anthony wrote in to report that the Chinese made BJ212 offroader uses the same 7″ differential centre and gearset sizing, and comes standard with a 4.778:1 ratio.
Can a Mazda Miata be upgraded to a turbo?
This was originally fitted to a later model 1800cc NA MX-5. It is actually a nice upgrade for those considering fitting a turbo – A far more robust and consequently larger form factor. To upgrade an NA MX-5 (Miata) diff you must have the following: Replacement drive shafts- shortened torsen spec (due to larger size of the torsen replacement)
How do you remove diff from Mazda Miata?
Gain access to the diff for it’s removal. This requires splitting the exhaust, up near the catalyst and dropping it off it’s rubber mounts (I used a long flat blade screw driver to lever it off). Also, don’t forget to unplug the small plastic sensor found in this area.
Do you need to change drive shafts on a Miata?
To upgrade an NA MX-5 (Miata) diff you must have the following: Replacement drive shafts- shortened torsen spec (due to larger size of the torsen replacement)
The ever popular Honda S2000 also runs the same 7″ differential from the 1.8 MX-5 Miata. Anthony wrote in to report that the Chinese made BJ212 offroader uses the same 7″ differential centre and gearset sizing, and comes standard with a 4.778:1 ratio.
To upgrade an NA MX-5 (Miata) diff you must have the following: Replacement drive shafts- shortened torsen spec (due to larger size of the torsen replacement)
This was originally fitted to a later model 1800cc NA MX-5. It is actually a nice upgrade for those considering fitting a turbo – A far more robust and consequently larger form factor. To upgrade an NA MX-5 (Miata) diff you must have the following: Replacement drive shafts- shortened torsen spec (due to larger size of the torsen replacement)
Gain access to the diff for it’s removal. This requires splitting the exhaust, up near the catalyst and dropping it off it’s rubber mounts (I used a long flat blade screw driver to lever it off). Also, don’t forget to unplug the small plastic sensor found in this area.