We'll have to give it another shot in the dry so you can rip it around corners! Also, I didn't mention a whole lot about NA vs NB near the middle. It comes to three things: interior comfort (ex. seats and center console), chassis stiffness, and the 1.8L (preferably with VVT).
Can you make a video covering that topic? I currently have a 93, im thinking about seeking out a nb to replace it. I thought about doing the vdt swap but people say just buy a nb
NBs also got better suspension components, brakes, and solid lifters. The 5 speeds were upgraded and the 6 speeds introduced as well. NAs however have more interior room and are lighter. NBs are definitely the tightest miata inside.
I got a nb2 2001 miata just needs an alignment, rear driver quarter panel pulled out, and rear bumper but the engines strong. Has roll bar, aftermarket rims, intake/exhaust, mazda speed canvas top, mazda speed carpet, nardi torino steering wheel. Im in Inglewood hmu.(all rims and tires in great condition i just hit a tree so it got bent)
I drive a gun metal grey 2014 MX 5 NC. A ten second car. It came out of the box race ready with Le Mans paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Every time I drive it I'm in a James Bond movie. When people see it they ask, 'does it have machine guns behind the fog lights?' The license plate reads 009. It's definitely licensed to kill. Does a 'drift' nicely. Q branch read out, race ready with paddle shifters. A ten second car, does 0 to 100 mph in ten seconds. Double wish bone suspension and drive while flat tires makes her a nimble cat with tough paws. The body is made of rust resistant steel and carbon fiber (Kevlar) material. It has quarter inch metal armor under the engine and transmission. A seven speaker Boise sound system keeps the Bond theme music coming thru 5 by 5.
I'm leaning towards supercharger over turbo with mine just because of the explosive transmissions. Turbos give you lots of torque and torque is what breaks drivetrains.
I installed the FFS TVS900 kit in my '94 NA. The positive is instant torque, even at low RPMs - great for daily driving. It really does feel like having a bigger engine. However, there is no question that if I were to do it again an FM or Bell turbo setup would be my choice. Here's why: For supercharging NAs and NBs your options are either Eaton (FFS) or Rotrex (everyone else). The Rotrex spins at extremely high RPMs (>100k) and is known to fail when abused, especially if you're bouncing of the rev limiter regularly. More importantly though is the way it disturbs the torque curve; the best way I've seen it described is "It feels very much like a cammed N/A engine that has lost the midrange." The FFS kit uses either a TVS900 or MP62 supercharger, which by far is the most well-built part in the entire kit. Every other part feels like jury-rigged bargain bin parts, right down to the literal Home Depot level hardware that rusts in two weeks. Almost every single part in the kit caused issues, from the fuel rail that was too short to fit the pressure regulator to the intake brace holes being drilled in the wrong spot to the thin aluminum throttle cable bracket that caused my throttle to stick open on multiple occasions - and that is only the start of the list. The capstone of it all is the extremely dubious "E-Cool" system which provides little to no charge air cooling when using gasoline, meaning that the supercharger will always be running extremely hot. As a result the car can't be run on a track, as the extreme heat will cook the needle bearings, destroying the charger. If you can run ethanol 24/7 this issue largely disappears. To be fair, the FFS kit has run well for 30K miles and makes the car much more fun to drive at 10-12PSI. However, I could be making 40 more horsepower if I had gone with a cheaper, easier to install, more reliable turbo kit instead. The transmission will not have any issue holding any power level a stock bottom end can put out (up to around 230 HP safely for the NA8 on stock rods).
@@wheel00fah very interesting. I looked, and couldn't really find any instances of rotrex failure on miatas, especially not with the TDR kit. Perhaps one or two gripes with the original KW setup, but zero complaints for Track Dog. It seems they got the cooling under control and lots of people are reporting back season after season with no issues. And honestly, for someone that wants to drive 10/10ths and not worry about having to keep buying 6 speeds or doing a Getrag swap, that's really appealing. And 245 whp is nothing to sneeze at. That's right where turbo motors start eating stock drivetrains if you drive them hard. So why spend money on an EFR setup or even just an FM2 kit if I'm never gonna build the motor or swap the trans?
@@Shakshuka69 You're right; a lot of the failures seem to be on high-HP cars, so it's likely you'll never have an issue. I just wasn't (and still am not) a fan of the way they build power compared to traditional blowers and turbo setups. They do definitely fill a niche in terms of cost and ease of installation though. If you want to have fun on the street I still think you are better served elsewhere, and turbo cars making the same power will always be much faster due to the increased powerband. At the end of the day though it's all about what you want out of the car - despite the shortcomings of the kit, the TVS900 still fit the bill for me at the time.
@@wheel00fah you're right about turbo power delivery. Its definitely a unique experience and it's nice to hit peak boost so early as opposed to at redline. That's the part that scares me though... I like launches and clutch dumps and fast rev matched downshifts. I'm pretty sure my early NB2 6 speed would turn into a 4 speed pretty quickly the way I drive, if I were to dump 220 lb ft of torque on it regularly. That's what makes the rotrex appealing.
@@Shakshuka69 Ah yeah, that makes sense. Used to do that on my old slippery stock clutch all the time but I'm kinda afraid to do it too often on my new one. Rotrex is probably a safe bet in that case.
omfg!! It reminds me of my 2002 Maita!.. I miss mine so much =(. I lost mine in a car accident like 5 years ago =\... Id give up my car now to gave it back.
I love this car, its basically a slightly more modified version of mine, just plus a roll bar, header, and (most importantly) an ECU and tune, and thats why i really want that as my next mod. (oh, and mine has a 6 speed and an LSD, so i like the rain lol)
I just paid off my 2011 Subaru Legacy. I'm looking to purchase an NB Miata here in the next two or three months. I was looking at GTI's at first. Maybe even a 2.5RS with an STI swap but the Miata weight wise is a lot less than both of those. Doesn't take much to make them scoot. I wanna practicing driving manual more and what better than a Miata?
Wait what? This is a 2003 so it should have the VVT engine and a 6 spd. Also the whole the 5spd feels better than the 6spd is just bullshit. The 5spds have always felt worse to me. Maybe you have just driven some worn out 6spds.
We'll have to give it another shot in the dry so you can rip it around corners! Also, I didn't mention a whole lot about NA vs NB near the middle. It comes to three things: interior comfort (ex. seats and center console), chassis stiffness, and the 1.8L (preferably with VVT).
Can you make a video covering that topic? I currently have a 93, im thinking about seeking out a nb to replace it. I thought about doing the vdt swap but people say just buy a nb
@@alansmilealot yeah sure, that's a good idea. I leave for college tomorrow but I'll try to fit that in somewhere!
Please do a vídeo about NA vs NB cant decide wich one is best to start modding and daily driving
NBs also got better suspension components, brakes, and solid lifters. The 5 speeds were upgraded and the 6 speeds introduced as well. NAs however have more interior room and are lighter. NBs are definitely the tightest miata inside.
@@alansmilealot how tall are you? The NBs aren't very friendly to folks over 5'10
I like your new car reviews but I LOVE these older car videos!
I love how when he does the pull all the regular traffic is keeping up
This car is rad. I have a very similar NB. 2001 special edition. Custom intake, headers, and exhaust. Love it. Great video.
I love how you don't discriminate what kind of car it is and how you always enjoy the great things about ANY car! Keep up the great work :)
Man, you can really hear the rain in that thing. Sounds like being in a tent. lol
Kevin Henson sounds relaxing :)
Because it basically is a tent. Hardtop is a must is you plan on using it as a daily.
I have a miata, this is very true! LOL
@@NippyMoto funnest tent on the market
Yeah this was expected by 7 billion people, did you think the rigging and canvas would sound like anything that didnt look like a tent
Gorgeous car. Old car are interesting.. especially when the owner take good care of it.. its like a new car
Owner was super chill
Love the NB, and I really enjoy these older car reviews.
This is the kind of NB setup I would love to own.
I want to buy nb in 3 months or so.. yours is a thing of pure beauty.. moded so tastefully! I envy you! And i am not that kind of a person..
I got a nb2 2001 miata just needs an alignment, rear driver quarter panel pulled out, and rear bumper but the engines strong. Has roll bar, aftermarket rims, intake/exhaust, mazda speed canvas top, mazda speed carpet, nardi torino steering wheel. Im in Inglewood hmu.(all rims and tires in great condition i just hit a tree so it got bent)
I drive a gun metal grey 2014 MX 5 NC. A ten second car. It came out of the box race ready with Le Mans paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Every time I drive it I'm in a James Bond movie. When people see it they ask, 'does it have machine guns behind the fog lights?' The license plate reads 009. It's definitely licensed to kill. Does a 'drift' nicely.
Q branch read out, race ready with paddle shifters. A ten second car, does 0 to 100 mph in ten seconds. Double wish bone suspension and drive while flat tires makes her a nimble cat with tough paws. The body is made of rust resistant steel and carbon fiber (Kevlar) material. It has quarter inch metal armor under the engine and transmission. A seven speaker Boise sound system keeps the Bond theme music coming thru 5 by 5.
This is super awesome! My two favourite car youtubers TOGETHER IN ONE VIDEO
Hell yeah
I'm leaning towards supercharger over turbo with mine just because of the explosive transmissions. Turbos give you lots of torque and torque is what breaks drivetrains.
I installed the FFS TVS900 kit in my '94 NA. The positive is instant torque, even at low RPMs - great for daily driving. It really does feel like having a bigger engine. However, there is no question that if I were to do it again an FM or Bell turbo setup would be my choice. Here's why:
For supercharging NAs and NBs your options are either Eaton (FFS) or Rotrex (everyone else). The Rotrex spins at extremely high RPMs (>100k) and is known to fail when abused, especially if you're bouncing of the rev limiter regularly. More importantly though is the way it disturbs the torque curve; the best way I've seen it described is "It feels very much like a cammed N/A engine that has lost the midrange."
The FFS kit uses either a TVS900 or MP62 supercharger, which by far is the most well-built part in the entire kit. Every other part feels like jury-rigged bargain bin parts, right down to the literal Home Depot level hardware that rusts in two weeks. Almost every single part in the kit caused issues, from the fuel rail that was too short to fit the pressure regulator to the intake brace holes being drilled in the wrong spot to the thin aluminum throttle cable bracket that caused my throttle to stick open on multiple occasions - and that is only the start of the list. The capstone of it all is the extremely dubious "E-Cool" system which provides little to no charge air cooling when using gasoline, meaning that the supercharger will always be running extremely hot. As a result the car can't be run on a track, as the extreme heat will cook the needle bearings, destroying the charger. If you can run ethanol 24/7 this issue largely disappears.
To be fair, the FFS kit has run well for 30K miles and makes the car much more fun to drive at 10-12PSI. However, I could be making 40 more horsepower if I had gone with a cheaper, easier to install, more reliable turbo kit instead. The transmission will not have any issue holding any power level a stock bottom end can put out (up to around 230 HP safely for the NA8 on stock rods).
@@wheel00fah very interesting. I looked, and couldn't really find any instances of rotrex failure on miatas, especially not with the TDR kit. Perhaps one or two gripes with the original KW setup, but zero complaints for Track Dog. It seems they got the cooling under control and lots of people are reporting back season after season with no issues. And honestly, for someone that wants to drive 10/10ths and not worry about having to keep buying 6 speeds or doing a Getrag swap, that's really appealing. And 245 whp is nothing to sneeze at. That's right where turbo motors start eating stock drivetrains if you drive them hard. So why spend money on an EFR setup or even just an FM2 kit if I'm never gonna build the motor or swap the trans?
@@Shakshuka69 You're right; a lot of the failures seem to be on high-HP cars, so it's likely you'll never have an issue. I just wasn't (and still am not) a fan of the way they build power compared to traditional blowers and turbo setups. They do definitely fill a niche in terms of cost and ease of installation though. If you want to have fun on the street I still think you are better served elsewhere, and turbo cars making the same power will always be much faster due to the increased powerband. At the end of the day though it's all about what you want out of the car - despite the shortcomings of the kit, the TVS900 still fit the bill for me at the time.
@@wheel00fah you're right about turbo power delivery. Its definitely a unique experience and it's nice to hit peak boost so early as opposed to at redline. That's the part that scares me though... I like launches and clutch dumps and fast rev matched downshifts. I'm pretty sure my early NB2 6 speed would turn into a 4 speed pretty quickly the way I drive, if I were to dump 220 lb ft of torque on it regularly. That's what makes the rotrex appealing.
@@Shakshuka69 Ah yeah, that makes sense. Used to do that on my old slippery stock clutch all the time but I'm kinda afraid to do it too often on my new one. Rotrex is probably a safe bet in that case.
omfg!! It reminds me of my 2002 Maita!.. I miss mine so much =(. I lost mine in a car accident like 5 years ago =\... Id give up my car now to gave it back.
Great videos man! this is exactly the quality I have been trying todo with my channel! keep it up almost at 100k man!
Oh hey its Patty! Makes sense, youre both michigan based. Hope to see you guys crusing around. Just got a ND1 RF!
Nice miata dude! Love the white gauges.
those are stock actually
Can’t do the 14 degree mod with megasquirt, you already have full timing control.
Stick with mazdaspeed engine mounts for sure.
Good to know, thanks!
Really nice review once again! Keep up the good quality work!
love the miata! Love the NA a lot as well too
I like how when he launched it at the light he barely got away from traffic🤣👍 Love that car
Open diff Miata life!
I wouldn't have done a pops and bangs tune personally, but other than that and adding newer swaybars, this is great!
Love your videos!! Keep them coming and Thanks So Much!!
I think their best friends now
I love this car, its basically a slightly more modified version of mine, just plus a roll bar, header, and (most importantly) an ECU and tune, and thats why i really want that as my next mod.
(oh, and mine has a 6 speed and an LSD, so i like the rain lol)
Get an rollbar first
Mine has 6 speed and and LSD also.
My NB 2002 definitely chirps second gear. It’s all stock with 6sp and lsd.
Volkswagen Jetta GLI 6 speed manual review next please
For freaking real
Love the NBs
Where is the exhaust from? Can’t find any for my 03 mx5 1.8
I can get my stock 1.6 to chirp second got to shift quick
I just paid off my 2011 Subaru Legacy. I'm looking to purchase an NB Miata here in the next two or three months. I was looking at GTI's at first. Maybe even a 2.5RS with an STI swap but the Miata weight wise is a lot less than both of those. Doesn't take much to make them scoot. I wanna practicing driving manual more and what better than a Miata?
Try to reduce the motor sound in such videos, we need to hear the conversation more :)
How did you find the compliance compared to your old Xidas?
Hard to compare since I had harder bushings, but this rode a little more compliant overall
Hey Chris, which krown rust proof location do you go to?
The one up in Lexington, MI - they’re great
@@TheTopher oh alright thanks man.
Yo i'm so early ! nice car btw😎
ty!
Hey man I'm in the Plymouth area if you wanna review my POS Silverado🤣 5MT 4.3 up for grabs. Love the vids and keep it up!
only 5800 jeez man i cant find one for under 9k right now
NB began 1998
You should test drive a tesla!
How i can get those pops bro?
You need a MegaSquirt and and a cat-less exhaust.
Wait what? This is a 2003 so it should have the VVT engine and a 6 spd. Also the whole the 5spd feels better than the 6spd is just bullshit. The 5spds have always felt worse to me. Maybe you have just driven some worn out 6spds.
likely a shifter in need of simple adjustment, happens with the 6 sp
I came here for euc not fot cars! Pls more euc
Shut up its his channel he uploads and drive whatever he wants
@@CPLAYZGAMEZ i've just expressed my opinion! Not a bad intention!