This thing handles like a Cadillac!

[apex2apex]

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

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.

[SirHustlerEsq]

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.

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

[CosmosMpower]

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

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

[SirHustlerEsq]

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

Two per year.

[altiain]

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.

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.

[sammm]

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

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

[jrj512]

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

[CosmosMpower]

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

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

[CosmosMpower]

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

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

[CosmosMpower]

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?

[lostlorin]

Spark plug wires. Always start with plug wires.

[EricJ]

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

[OZMDD]

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

[CosmosMpower]

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.

[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.

[CosmosMpower]

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.

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?

[nwick]

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

[driftdevil]

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

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

[OZMDD]

Lol! First post douchery ftw!