Noticed this morning while having my 2000 MX5 Miata serviced, as I was glancing though its' scheduled maintenance stuff, it says to have the valve clearances checked at I think it was 60,000 miles. Do these vehicles have hydraulic valves or solid lifters??? In other words do I need to have the...

I have a friend who is looking to replace her Miata tires. I always get high-performance summer tires that wear out quickly. Lots of fun and lots of money when I replaced them every 12 to 15 months. She is looking for something that lasts longer but still has "decent" grip. Price is a major...

I have original alloy '91 Miata Wheels: I got the alloy wheels that came with the package on the Miata. Live in the Northeast US and they get badly pitted. I can have them reconditioned and repainted for around $150 a wheel or get replacements. I don't like extreme or chrome ones and want to...

It looks like the OTM is mine. Now I have to decide on the Miata. It is already a bit of a nightmare for a modern daily driver, with no A/C, no P/S, no cruise control, no windshield washer, manual mirrors and windows, you name it, and it probably does not have it. This is the opposite of my...

'91 Miata. The exterior rubber around the windshield, around the door windows and window wiper blades and door jams. Getting hard and not very supple over the years. I want to renew them, perk them up, and protect against upcoming winter.

Well, after 5 inches of snow earlier this week and predictions of sleet and freezing rain for tonight, I decided that this afternoon was the perfect time to put the hardtop on the Miata for the winter. My son and a friend of his helped bring the top up out of the basement and around to the garage....

Second time in four years. I don't know why I only seem to get 3-4 years out of a Westco, when I hear people get 5-7 years. Is my result really atypical?

My 1992 Miata has started idling around 1800 rpm several days ago. It began happening very intermittently but it's almost all the time now. Miata.net isn't very helpful but I may not be looking in the right place? Today it stayed high all the time I was running errands* and it doesn't matter if...

My local repair shop is great. They've always done a good job on my several cars over the past ten years. Now I have to replace the timing belt (and the water pump) on my '97 Miata. Is there anything about the job on a Miata that would make it a better idea to have it done by a specialist? My...

I have a '91 Miata and use MOBIL ONE 10W30 for all seasons. For the cold winters in the Northeast, what weight MOBIL ONE oil should I use? http://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/Oils/Mobil_1.aspx Also, what about this newer Extended Performance Mobil...

Called Kauffman Tire in Plano, TX. Asked for a quote on 4 Toyo T1R's, including installation, balancing & tax. Fellow said $420. I asked him to order them and call me when they came in. Never called. I called back a couple of weeks later, talked to someone else who put me on hold. After...

I have a 97 1.8 standard mx5. Today was hot in the UK (probably about 85F). On a long motorway journey the temperature gauge was creeping up. This was at a steady 75-80mph. Slowing to 65mph lead to the temperature returning to normal. Coolant levels normal. What's the most likely cause of this? My...

I plan on getting a new Miata in the spring so my old '90 has to go. Nice car well, cared for. Clear coat starting to go, but overall in great condition for a 15 year old car. See ebay listing 4584939713 for more details. If you need more pix let me know. Alan

I have a 1996 Miata 1.8 L. I have never flushed and refilled coolant (myself), so i'm looking for some guidance. I have Haynes manual for my Miata. Instructions a 1. drain coolant thru radiator drain 2. loosen engine block drain plug and drain coolant thru there 3. flush system 4. drain...

Hey all When I bought my Miata a few years back, I had to put tires on it immediately when I got it, so I just got whatever was cheap at VIP, since I didn't have time to shop around and find out what might be best. But since then, I've kept my eyes and ears open for what might be a good tire for...

Haven't posted here in a long time, been changing ISP trying to find broadbank in the sticks but ended up with broadband lite via satellite. Anyway, about a year ago I sold the 92 Miata and bought an 2005 C6 Corvette and though I'd update anyone who cares on my experience so far. First, really...

My 1996 Miata's parking brake does not work. I relpaced the cable running from the equalizer to the rear caliper on one side, thinking that was the problem. Then I tightened the cable at the brake lever. It still does not work. With the car jacked up by the rear differential, I took the...

I have a 2002 Miata and I am interested in either supercharging or installing a turbo. I am wondering what potiential damage can this do to your motor. Is it worth going this way or just leaving it alone. I don't want to track my car but I would like better performance. Any opions are...

Has any one had any experience with the clutch switch override that Flyin' Miata sells??? Not sure what the whole point of it is. Any information would be appreciated.

Hi all Does anybody have any ideas on how to keep cats away from cars? Is there anything that can be done? Tonyrama