Hi. I changed the rear brakes in my 1996 Miata. The parking brake now does not work. The last time I had the brakes changed (someone else did them that time) I thought I remembered the parking brake taking time to adjust itself as the new pads settled in. Is this the case? Does it take time...

I just changed the coolant in my 96 Miata. First time I've changed coolant myself. Last change was 60K ago. After draining, I put a cleaner and water in it and drove it for about 1 hour. Then, I let it cool, and drained that. Then I put the new Coolant (yellow color) in. Now, less than a week...

Is a 1996 Mazda Miata one of those zero clearance cars where if the timing belt breaks it will do damage to the rods / pistons? Is anyone aware of that? I was told by a friend that certain cars (and he called them zero clearance) will do damage to the rods / cylinders if you don't change...

In my Haynes Manual for my 96 Miata, it says before removing Fuel Filter to change it, the fuel pressure must be relieved first. Is this necessary? To do this it says to start the engine; then unplug the fuel pump relay connector; wait for the engine to stall; this relieves the pressure. ...

Is it true that when a private party sells a used car that they will claim it as a gift (in California) so that both parties can avoid paying a tax? Its been suggested to me that "everyone" does it this way and that my buyer will expect to do it like this when I sell my car. I would rather pay the...

The airbag light on my 1990 Miata started flashing 8 times. It does not flash when the car is at idle, only when driving. What does this indicate? Thanks, Brian

Greetings All. Just bought a '91 red MX-5. 174K on the body + 54K++ on a JDM engine put in 4 years ago. It's my first Miata and I've only driven it about 30 miles since I bought it. I got the plates and inspections and legal stuff done today. $$$. While driving up to the ATM (which was on the...

Is a roll bar really needed ? Which make is actually protective, and won't interfere with my 1996 soft top with glass window? Aren't most of the roll bars available just decorative & don't really protect the driver in the event of a roll over? Aren't roll overs extremely rare in such a low riding...

The relay that is on the right side of my 1990 Miata burnt out . It is the relay which activates the electric fan to cool the engine. What is the part number and where can I buy one?

Thanks guys I'll give it a try. Bruce Bing '03

You can put a ring and pinion 3.636 on your LSD and pick up some top end. I know that even with the 3.909 in my 2003 6 speed, I turn 400 RPM less at 60 MPH than I did in my 1991 5 speed at 60. I think that the older RX-7 and the Mazda MX6 had taller ( open road rear gears ) I don't know about the...

NOW Pat !!! You know I can go back to that time ! How many of you out there say you owned a (stock) 1936 to 1940 car? I even had a 1932 Ford 3 window coupe and a 1941 Merc 4 door "flat head" . OH, and I can still walk with out a walker too . :-) Bruce Bing '03 LS

I have lost (I think he changed his E-mail address) contact with "Jeff Peterson" in Atlanta GA. Jeff, please E-mail me. Is your '90 "Deerslayer" repaired yet ? Bruce RED '91

No, it is as simple as the clutch "slave" cyl. Check the fluid first, then if you go under the car by the right front wheel, you will fine the "slave cyl." by the starter. Pull the rubber boot back, if it is wet, you just need to repair it ( new one or rebuild it your self. ) Go to Miata.net and...

I'm sure this has come up in the past, but ???? I bought my '03 LS used. I do not know the code for the radio. I looked in Miata.net, but it just covers older radios. I have the factory manual for the car but it shows how to set the code if you are changing it (if you already know the old code ! I...

Anyone out there have a "Borla Dual Tip" (just the muffler and dual tips) on a '99 thru '05, on their car ?? I am looking at the "Touring" unit and I "DO NOT " want it to be loud ! Moss has a sale on them, so I'm looking. Thanks. Bruce Bing '03 LS

Ok, what can you guys tell me about the 2000 Nardi car. ( other than it has some Nardi parts on it ) ? What colors were they and options ? Thanks Bruce RED '91

I know this has come up here before, but I didn't have a Miata with a Mazda radio in it. I just bought a 2003 Garnet Red LE and the clown that turned it in to be sold, did not leave the Owners Manual or the radio code in the car!! (The D/S ! ) Anyhow, I know there is a way to get the code, or...

I want to remove the Nardi leather shift knob so I can remove the center section and repair a spring on the cup holder. It will rotate, but does not go any place. Is it a screw on, or a set screw ? Thanks, Bruce Bing '03 LE

Say Lanny, where is Leon these days ? Did he leave Fla. and go back to the home land ? Bruce Bing '03 LS