This thing handles like a Cadillac!

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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

How does the OBX coilover ride? I always thought OBX=cheap parts that aren't very good. Where can I find used Bilsteins?

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It rode very good with OTS NA Bilsteins

Get the kit for 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse/Galant, spring rates are 450/275. 2 out of the 4 sleeves has an I.D of 2", which sit perfectly on the Bilstein's c-clips. Then just cut the other two sleeves and have them sit on collar/perch for the rear.

Been using that setup for most than 2 years now.

Just scout different forums for used Bilsteins. I would avoid NB Bilsteins, they have less damping and their body length is longer which limits travel.

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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

Thanks for the reccomendations. Now I just need to know where to buy parts, it's been a few years since I've owned a miata.

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Rosenthal or Mazdaspeed for life and death suspension parts. Mazdaspeed is almost always cheaper than anywhere else for all parts.

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Originally Posted by mr brg

Rosenthal or Mazdaspeed for life and death suspension parts. Mazdaspeed is almost always cheaper than anywhere else for all parts.

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I think my account with Mazdaspeed is long expired. How many races do you have to do a year to qualify 6?

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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

I think my account with Mazdaspeed is long expired. How many races do you have to do a year to qualify 6?

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Two per year.

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Originally Posted by apex2apex

It rode very good with OTS NA Bilsteins

Get the kit for 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse/Galant, spring rates are 450/275. 2 out of the 4 sleeves has an I.D of 2", which sit perfectly on the Bilstein's c-clips. Then just cut the other two sleeves and have them sit on collar/perch for the rear.

Been using that setup for most than 2 years now.

Just scout different forums for used Bilsteins. I would avoid NB Bilsteins, they have less damping and their body length is longer which limits travel.

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Another TCB alternative to used, non-adjustable Bilsteins is the KYB AGX. I has a set on my NB and liked the quite a bit. Better than both the OEM NB Bilsteins and the used Koni Yellows that I had, imho.

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Originally Posted by CosmosMpower

I think my account with Mazdaspeed is long expired. How many races do you have to do a year to qualify 6?

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I think they'll let you re-join if you tell them you're 'building' a car.

There are two events this weekend that you can drive in.

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Originally Posted by sammm

I think they'll let you re-join if you tell them you're 'building' a car.

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Ah ok cool thanks, I forgot about that. I did 1 autox in a Miata this year already too.

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Originally Posted by jrj512

There are two events this weekend that you can drive in.

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I don't think it will make it through an event with the current suspension without killing someone.

Can you put NB suspension on a NA without it riding like a 4X4 because of the stiffer spring rates? Does it bolt straight in or do you have to mix/match?

Spark plug wires. Always start with plug wires.

1. Brakes, plugs & wires, oil change, valve cover gasket, PVC, any fluid leaks, check the timing belt (mine had a date of manufacture on it).
2. Springs, shocks (GC & Konis to Xidas, how much $$$), big red front sway bar, tires & wheels
3. Roll bar, seats & harness
4. I/H/E

There is an RB front sway bar FS on the forum cheap, brand new.

Don't think it works with the 1.8 cars directly according to their website also swaybar is low on the priority list right now.

I thought it was an NA/NB thing. I understand the low priority thing, though I think the Sway bar is a pretty big difference maker on those, along with some shocks/springs and alignment.

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Originally Posted by OZMDD

I thought it was an NA/NB thing. I understand the low priority thing, though I think the Sway bar is a pretty big difference maker on those, along with some shocks/springs and alignment.

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I had the bar on my 93LE and liked it but don't have plans to race car, just daily beater so I just need it to ride decent around town.

Wanted to try the NB setup but I've read it raises the ride height and this thing is already a 4X4. Anyone know if that is true?

Go to your local Mazda Service before you screw it up more. That's what I would do, but that's just me.

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Originally Posted by nwick

Go to your local Mazda Service before you screw it up more. That's what I would do, but that's just me.

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Why do that unless you don't know how to turn a wrench.

Lol! First post douchery ftw!