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What do people like for gauge pods on NB's outside sticking them in the vents? I already have my boost gauge in a vent and don't want to sacrifice another for the AFR gauge. I was looking at this one to stick on the steering column, but I'm worried it'll be in the way of important-ish stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Auto-Meter-2204-Mounting-Cup/dp/B0009RUXPG/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1450110885&sr=8-6&keywords=gauge+pod
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Seat Safety Switch posted:Tall people aren't happy with other people's approval, a greater chance of winning the presidency and vastly improved chances of overall financial and professional success. They also want to take away our tiny gay cars. And here I thought tiny gay cars was my harbor, my "safe space" in life. But no, they want to take that away from me too.
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Coredump posted:What is it about the Miata that attracts taller people trying to shoehorn themselves into the car? I miss mine.
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Mine should be sleeping for the winter but northern Virginia was perfect yesterday so out we went. Found a great set of farm roads nearby as well!
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I did not expect to be top down on the blue ridge parkway 2 weeks into December. Nearly perfect cruising weather and nice winter views. 
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Dec 15, 2015 00:19
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If its still that nice when I go to boone for Christmas and we end up having to take the mazda3 rather than the miata I'm gonna be pissed.
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powderific posted:What do people like for gauge pods on NB's outside sticking them in the vents? I already have my boost gauge in a vent and don't want to sacrifice another for the AFR gauge. I was looking at this one to stick on the steering column, but I'm worried it'll be in the way of important-ish stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Auto-Meter-2204-Mounting-Cup/dp/B0009RUXPG/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1450110885&sr=8-6&keywords=gauge+pod I have a Boost/Vac gauge and an AFR gauge in the top DIN slot, above the HVAC controls. I cut the rear end end off the cubby that was there and riveted on a piece of aluminum to hold the gauges. There's also the A-pillar pods I suppose. My Boost gauge was up there but when I added the AFR I didn't want 2 on the pillar. gently caress sacrificing vents. I thought I had also seen a pod you could attach to the top of the dash, above the vents. Joe Mama fucked around with this message at 02:45 on Dec 15, 2015 |
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powderific posted:What do people like for gauge pods on NB's outside sticking them in the vents? I already have my boost gauge in a vent and don't want to sacrifice another for the AFR gauge. I was looking at this one to stick on the steering column, but I'm worried it'll be in the way of important-ish stuff: http://www.amazon.com/Auto-Meter-2204-Mounting-Cup/dp/B0009RUXPG/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1450110885&sr=8-6&keywords=gauge+pod Linked my interior because I couldn't find a better picture and it's huge. I have mine configured so the middle numerical readout is AFR and the LEDs surrounding do vac/boost. You can go either way and it has a ton of extra customization which I don't bother using (can trigger ground based on AFR/boost targets, etc). http://i.imgur.com/iTsqVa1.jpg destructo fucked around with this message at 04:09 on Dec 15, 2015 |
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Coredump posted:What is it about the Miata that attracts taller people trying to shoehorn themselves into the car? I can't afford a Boxster.
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I'm comfortable in my NA but would probably die in a rollover (6'1 in shoes, 32" inseam, tall torso). My impression is that the Boxster isn't as fun on the street at legal speeds (nor the S2000, which I was considering). The Miata really supports the "it's more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow" argument). I briefly considered a cheap and well kept NC I saw on CL this morning for increased safety, but they just aren't as fun. I would consider a PRHT for a winter car, though. Edit: drat you auto correct blk fucked around with this message at 08:31 on Dec 15, 2015 |
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blk posted:I'm comfortable in my NA but would probably die in a rollover (6'1 in shoes, 32" inseam, tall torso). Its hard for me to compare because my mother's Boxster is an auto, but you can still get the tail out if you really try, it just isn't as easy (could also be the tires on my Miata, I haven't had it that long). I like the Boxster's power and size better, but not enough to offset the initial or recurring costs of ownership.
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blk posted:I briefly considered a cheap and well kept NC I saw on CL this morning for increased safety, but they just aren't as fun. I would consider a PRHT for a winter car, though. Shocks and springs go a long way towards fixing that.
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Nearly perfect cruising weather and nice winter views. 
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Do any of you goons have experience with the Flyin' Miata or Kraftwerks superchargers for the NC? My Abarth is in the process of being lemoned and I'm probably gonna rejoin the land of milk, honey and rainbows with a NC2. I'd be aiming for the Flyin' Miata Targa Newfoundland setup they ran in '11
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I wish, from people I've talked to that have said kit, its the most well-refined and reliable of the bolt on options, but calling it bolt-on is being a bit too optimistic, the installation is definitely not trivial. That being said, cheaper than an LS swap
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So I'm still trying to find an NA to sit it, no success yet. But it got me thinking, there's a good chance that the Miata just won't work for a big dude like myself. With that in mind, I'm wondering what else I should consider? If you couldn't have a Miata, what would you have instead? I just want a cheap rwd roadster and it seems like the Miata IS the market 
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There's always the convertible mustangs. Cheapish, rwd, two doors. Not exactly a roadster in size though.
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Unfortunately, I don't think roasters are the way to go for you. Any problem you have in the miata is most likely going to have a similar problem in another roadster.
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That's a good point, unfortunately. I guess what's most important is the fun factor. Handling trumps speed, and I'm all about driving a slow car fast. I like e30's, and prior to the Miata was seriously considering a 318is convertible. They check a lot of boxes for me, but from what I understand it lose out to the Miata in terms of handling and sheer fun (by all accounts they're easier to live with as a daily, but this would be a fun second car). I'd love a 944, which checks even more boxes but the maintenance/ownership costs are loving terrifying. Mustangs other than the newest gen (and the old ones of course) do nothing for me. I get the appeal but they're just not for me. martinlutherbling fucked around with this message at 19:13 on Dec 17, 2015 |
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destructo posted:Buy the AEM Failsafe and live a happy life. I had the exact same issue and refused to have gauge pillar pods, lose both my center vents or add a double din for aftermarket radio+gauges. This looks great but I already have all the poo poo, unfortunately. Joe Mama posted:I have a Boost/Vac gauge and an AFR gauge in the top DIN slot, above the HVAC controls. I cut the rear end end off the cubby that was there and riveted on a piece of aluminum to hold the gauges. There's also the A-pillar pods I suppose. My Boost gauge was up there but when I added the AFR I didn't want 2 on the pillar. gently caress sacrificing vents. I thought I had also seen a pod you could attach to the top of the dash, above the vents. If I replace the stock Bose stereo I think I'm going to do this. After playing around with the gauge a bit I think I can figure out a spot on the steering column where it'll work till then without blocking too much.
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Chriskory posted:Nearly perfect cruising weather and nice winter views. Excellent miata weather! Too bad it still hasn't snowed here, I'm starting to regret buying new winter tires 
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martinlutherbling posted:So I'm still trying to find an NA to sit it, no success yet. But it got me thinking, there's a good chance that the Miata just won't work for a big dude like myself. With that in mind, I'm wondering what else I should consider? I've seen people cut out and lower the floor pan.    
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MIATA MEGAMANTHREAD - I'm going to fit in this goddamn car
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AncientTV posted:MIATA MEGAMANTHREAD - I'm going to fit in this goddamn car Seconded
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Miata megamanthread - mobn fit in a Miata, why can't you?
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Maybe just accept the fact the car literally isn't a fit for you and move on, some of the poo poo people are doing to fit in them is loving retarded. [e] I imagine Z4's have more room right? Just get a drat Z4 and if you still can't fit maybe try a convertible Nissan Murano. Applebees Appetizer fucked around with this message at 23:51 on Dec 17, 2015 |
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leica posted:Maybe just accept the fact the car literally isn't a fit for you and move on, some of the poo poo people are doing to fit in them is loving retarded.  says that you can't go on miata.net and find one example of someone doing something dumb to fit into an NA. I dare you, dude. It can't be done!
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You'd have to offer up a lot more money for me to go sifting through that dumpster fire.
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leica posted:Maybe just accept the fact the car literally isn't a fit for you and move on, some of the poo poo people are doing to fit in them is loving retarded. I went through this when I was car searching and there's no reason to own a Z3/4 aside from "want a BMW" when Miata and S2000s exist
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leica posted:Maybe just accept the fact the car literally isn't a fit for you and move on, some of the poo poo people are doing to fit in them is loving retarded. Like when I said "maybe this car literally isn't a fit for me, what else should I look at"? I still haven't sat in an NA, but if I do ant it doesn't fit I'm not gonna go welding in a new floor pan.
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Unless you want a roadster and can't fit in a Miata/S2K which is what I was talking about. Out of the three I would imagine the Z4 had the most legroom but I could be wrong. Also Z4 coupes are the loving poo poo and I wish I could afford one 
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Maybe a 350/370Z convertible? How are MR2s on space?
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GOD IS BED posted:Maybe a 350/370Z convertible? How are MR2s on space? I'm 5'10" and my AW11 is surprisingly roomy. I'm sure up to 6'3"-6'4" would be fine.
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AncientTV posted:I'm 5'10" and my AW11 is surprisingly roomy. I'm sure up to 6'3"-6'4" would be fine. I'm 6'1 and comfy in AW11s
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ToolShack is a tall guy and drives a MR2 Spyder, said he fit better in it and liked it better overall that his Miata which I bought from him.
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leica posted:Unless you want a roadster and can't fit in a Miata/S2K which is what I was talking about. Out of the three I would imagine the Z4 had the most legroom but I could be wrong. Also Z4 coupes are the loving poo poo and I wish I could afford one Z4's are awesome cars and I'd buy one in a heartbeat if I wasn't a poor. My buddy had a clownshoe and it was the kitty's titties. MR2's may be a decent option. Don't they have a bit of a reputation as suicide machines though?
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Only if you want it to be 
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Since you've never sat in an NA just find a local one for sale on craigslist and go sit in it. If you do actually fit, it'll save you a bunch of overthinking other options.
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martinlutherbling posted:Z4's are awesome cars and I'd buy one in a heartbeat if I wasn't a poor. My buddy had a clownshoe and it was the kitty's titties. lol not any worse than a Miata. The MR2 Spyder sounds like your best bet if you can't afford a Z4, if you can't fit in that tho you're pretty much SOL as far as roadsters go.
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leica posted:ToolShack is a tall guy and drives a MR2 Spyder, said he fit better in it and liked it better overall that his Miata which I bought from him.
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