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Very nice MX-5. I really love the look of the NCs.
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Yes, keep it. I think it looks amazing.
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Jul 15, 2011 02:42
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The "chrome" mirrors really sell the look (of disgusting).
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Jul 29, 2011 05:01
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televiper posted:The driver side seat heater in my '09 has gone on the blink and turns on while the dial is set to 0. Maybe the passenger side too, I haven't tested it. I'm going to have it looked at ASAP, but am curious if anyone else has seen this? http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=427580&highlight=seat+heater+warmer This thread has a wiring diagram for the heated seats, might be helpful. I thought my 2011 was doing the same thing yesterday, but I just forgot to turn the heater off.
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Sep 29, 2011 00:30
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Dominoes posted:NC problem: How's it going NC buddy? I would try to loosen the plastic, but keep it in place, and use an extending magnet wand to try to snag them, hopefully without pulling apart your car.
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Jul 3, 2012 14:38
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SpikeD posted:Ok goons. I am working on a friends 2006 mazda miata mx5. Oh and I ran my hand held diagnostic and it gave me nothing on the air bag light. Here's some info I found on m.net relating to this: http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=445689 Also this: http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=445979&highlight=airbag+flashing+light Someone mentioned that airbag codes aren't run through the OBDII, so you'll either need to figure out the code, or take it to the dealership.
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Feb 8, 2013 00:29
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Oh my god, more NC guys! Yesssss! Hog Obituary posted:Why wouldn't you go with the power hardtop? It only adds like 60 lbs or something (which might be a lot on a racecar, simply not having to futz about with a separate hardtop would be worth it to me) I have a PRHT, and it's awesome for peace of mind, but it does make my car ineligible for several track days, due to the "convertibles have to have a rollbar and the NC hardtop can't fit a rollbar" BS. But man, the knowledge that I'll never have to futz with a top replacement is worth it. Maybe in a decade, I'll rip out the whole top for a bar/cage, but that's a long way off.
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Mar 3, 2013 19:50
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mobby_6kl posted:He's cheating by using an NC NC models start in 2006, afaik. And my NC is getting 27 mpg at best, more typically 23. Of course, my driving plays a big role here.
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Apr 17, 2013 14:06
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I also understand the NC2 had its suspension improved slightly from the NC1, at least with the suspension package the higher end trims come in.
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Jun 17, 2013 13:14
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Ha, that's funny, because I was going to recommend he get some NC2 seats, because mine feel great almost always. I've taken a 6 day roadtrip in my '11 and my main complaint was getting into the low seat and not having any extra legroom to stretch out in (which are problems inherent to any MX-5 anyway). Of course, it's not as comfortable as my wife's Corolla for long trips; but again, different types of cars.
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Sep 3, 2013 04:21
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Tanz-Kommandant posted:Seat Chat v2.0 - Are your seats fabric? There may be a difference between the leather vs. fabric in terms of bolstering and padding. Mine are leather, with heat. I couldn't compare them, I've never sat in the cloth seats.
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Sep 10, 2013 17:22
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I'm almost certain the NA/NB hardtops are no longer in production, so nope.
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Oct 6, 2013 17:23
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Matlock posted:My dad just got an '11 with 13K on the clock. He's wanting a battery tender for the winter, as he won't be able to drive it then. Would a Battery Tender Jr 12V work out fine, or should he go up to the Battery Tender Plus? A Jr will be just fine for maintaining an already charged battery, especially a relatively small one like a Miata battery. You can find a similar thing at Harbor Freight for $5-10, but the Deltran Tenders are the only ones I'd feel safe hooking up for an extended amount of time. Solar panels would work well too. Just be aware that a Tender of any brand/type is a slow, slow charge only for keeping good batteries from going bad, not bringing bad batteries back to good. (I work in a battery store, can you tell?)
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Oct 15, 2013 22:26
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I'd go over it very carefully, that seems a bit low for such a (relatively) low mile car. If it checks out though, jump on it. The NC1s do have an odd suspension, even with the performance package, but it's nothing that would keep me away from a sub-10k NC. They're amazing cars. e: Well then, forget my quibbles about price. Go for it! GOD IS BED fucked around with this message at 23:52 on Oct 26, 2013 |
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Oct 26, 2013 21:33
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krnhotwings posted:I've been lurking this thread for a little while, and it seems that most of you guys own NAs or NBs but very few NCs. What're your guys' thoughts on the NC? And what about the retractable hardtop models? (Worth it or not? Potential expensive problem to fix?) I have a 2011 NC2 and have had no trouble with the PRHT except for the roll bar problem mentioned above. If you don't have plans to track it, then you will probably enjoy the setup. I autox mine and haven't noticed a huge handicap from the extra weight. I love my NC, it's the greatest car I've ever owned. Every drive is nirvana for a wannabe racer like myself.
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Nov 22, 2013 19:37
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krnhotwings posted:I'm a complete novice to the world of motorsports. I don't plan to get any track experience but would like to learn to autocross eventually. I would say that the decision will come down to how much you love convertibles. Having an open roof on a great day is a great justification for an MX-5 over an FR-S or Genesis Coupe (or a Mustang or 370Z, for handling), but I can understand if other things are a priority. The inability to fit a rollbar almost guarantees I will trade in my Miata someday, but until then, autox cones beware! (PRHT has no rollover protection other than the standard roll bars all stock miatas have.)
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Nov 23, 2013 22:42
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). Decisions, decisions...
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Dec 10, 2013 20:29
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1791apparel posted:Haha, yeah I'm probably fine. You can probably fix that by re-bedding the pads; find a clear bit of road and make a series of hard stops, going from 30 mph to 0, 40-0, 50-0, 60-0, then going back down to 50-0, 40-0, and finally 30-0. Try not to stay on the brakes too long between stops, the rotors will be hot and susceptible to marking. By the same token, make sure to do a bit of driving afterward, to cool down the pads/rotors before putting the parking brake on. The NC pads really love to squeal, so I have to this every few months. vvvvv: 300 hp and non-convertible? You don't want a Miata, you want a Corvette or a M3 coupe, man. GOD IS BED fucked around with this message at 23:10 on Dec 12, 2013 |
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Dec 12, 2013 20:32
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Good, keep that woman away from New Beetles.
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Dec 13, 2013 01:25
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That looks really nice, congrats.
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Dec 15, 2013 15:48
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17-18k sounds about right for that mileage to me. If you're looking at roadsters, is there a reason you're looking at NC Miatas over an S2000? Just curious for people's reasoning on this- my wife wanted my car to have a hardtop, so that discounted the Honda for myself, but the high rev limit and extra horsepower was tempting. GOD IS BED fucked around with this message at 05:40 on Dec 23, 2013 |
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Dec 23, 2013 05:34
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I've been driving my NC with 6 speed for almost 3 years now and first gear/reverse will still give me trouble on occasion. Even 1-2 shifts can be tricky if I am not paying attention.
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Jan 8, 2014 20:48
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Thanks for all the input about shifting guys, I was like Hikaki and thinking I was destroying my clutch every time I backed up an incline. However, over the past month or so, I've noticed an odd sound when I shift from 1st to 2nd, and only on that shift. It sounds almost like corduroy rubbing together. Should I take it in to the dealer for some warranty work? Shifting feel hasn't changed at all. (This is a 2011 NC2 6 speed btw)
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Jan 9, 2014 03:41
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Killer deal, wish I was anywhere close to it.
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Feb 1, 2014 01:24
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I just got a new muffler for my NC, looking forward to that sweet Honda sound.
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Mar 2, 2014 19:47
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televiper posted:What'd you get and can you do before and after sounds? So many of the videos on Youtube only show 'after' and don't include a baseline for whatever recording situation they're in, so they're not as useful as they could be. I got the Motorsport Race muffler from Goodwin Racing, and I will definitely take a good before and after video. Unfortunately, I'm moving into a new house, so it will likely be mid March before I can get it installed.
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Mar 2, 2014 23:21
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Harmburger, that price seems a bit high for the oldest NC style, in my opinion. If the dealer will fix the blemishes and tires, then ok, but if they don't budge, I'd walk.
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Mar 4, 2014 00:42
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blk posted:Can someone describe the problems with the NC stock suspension and/or Bilsteins to me? I've driven the base NC a couple of times a long time ago but don't recall the ride. The NC2 tweaked the suspension I believe; the stock and sport suspension is a bit stiffer and sits a little bit lower. They still like to ride the bumpstops on extreme cornering, though.
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Mar 11, 2014 01:12
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PeterWeller posted:From a few pages back, but you ain't getting a Honda sound with that. Your car is gonna sound like a classic European roadster, all pops and blats and backfires. That was the muffler I had on my NC, and it sounded loving awesome. aaaaa that sounds even better, I want to be done moving already! Maybe I can get it on this weekend...
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Mar 20, 2014 19:21
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Found some time while moving to put on my muffler. 26 lbs vs. 7:  Stock muffler: https://youtu.be/tH7EsS_c4jo Roadstersport Race muffler: https://youtu.be/rn0gbIBCioY I may never listen to the radio again. 
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Mar 23, 2014 03:51
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I imagine these would probably have a similar sound for an NA: http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda-Performance-Parts/Miata/Exhaust/Mufflers.html
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Mar 23, 2014 05:56
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Harmburger posted:How is the Roadstersport Race at highway(70-80mph) speeds as compared to stock? I like the sound, but I don't want cruising to be a pain due to it. Cruising is glorious, only a hair louder than stock when you aren't goosing it. Have not put in the baffle. As PeterWeller said earlier in the thread, it's the missing piece on the MX-5. Still haven't turned the radio back on. GOD IS BED fucked around with this message at 17:21 on Mar 26, 2014 |
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Mar 26, 2014 17:19
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Bovril Delight posted:2012 GT in White with tan leather. Congrats! Post some pics when you can, white NCs are pretty rare near me, it seems.
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Apr 9, 2014 18:10
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The rear looks a bit more beefy, but that's about the same as the NC, isn't it?
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Apr 16, 2014 16:23
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Now I want to swipe Bovril's scoop.
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May 13, 2014 00:11
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Rhyno, please take some pics if you replace the carpet yourself- I wore some holes in the carpet below the pedals from driving without the mats in, so I'll be doing the same eventually. $130 seems reasonable to me, but I haven't priced them before.
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May 15, 2014 20:53
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That is a gorgeous car, glad it came out ok. I wish mine was that color.
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Jul 10, 2014 04:48
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That's gotta be an NC for comparison's sake, and everyone just assumed it was an ND. It's even got the same 4x4 wheelgap! (as an NC1)
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Aug 13, 2014 01:16
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Time to get ready for autocross!  Wait, what's that?  God drat it. Seriously though, what is this? I'm guessing a bump stop, but I am no mechanic. How important is this? Would my suspension be destroyed if I went to autox without fixing it? 2011 NC2 PRHT, rear right wheel, if that matters. GOD IS BED fucked around with this message at 15:46 on Sep 19, 2014 |
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34-342 is for the front, I need the rear part. Thanks for the help, guys.
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