Mx/Roadster Chat and Banter

What you put in, you'll get back ten fold

********We would like to take a moment of your time in thanking everyone that as helped us keep this forum going, from donations, sponsorship, hands on help and all the members that have used us, as it was built to help follow owners keep their passion on the roads, as we step into 2020 we hope all your hopes and dreams come true, we need to heart felt thank the owners that have given donations to help us carry on already so early into the new year and believing in what we are trying to do for everyone , it is also with great pride we thank AUTOLINKMX5 Mr Andrew Stott for sponsoring us again for this year, Andrew is not only a business but a very passionate petrol head and is always there to help fellow members in need regardless, the monthly discount code is always updated every end of the month with a fresh code so jump on getting it cheaper from us and Andrew , looking into this year we are hoping to arrange mazdamenders tech days/weekends this year to become the norm to meet and get our hands dirty all together, drive her like you stole her and weld that smile in place. *********
The mazdamenders team

Mx/Roadster Chat and Banter

Forum

Topics

Posts

Last post

ARCHIVE:- Mx/Roadster Chat and banter
Old posts and threads live here for Mx/Roadster chat and banter, please feel free to have a nosey

Topics: 42

Last post: Re: 5L TripleQX 5W30 Semi-Syn… by Mazda Mender, Fri Nov 22, 2013 7:42 pm

42 Topics

235 Posts

Last post Re: 5L TripleQX 5W30 Semi-Syn…
by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Fri Nov 22, 2013 7:42 pm

New Topic

577 topics

Page 1 of 20
- Jump to page:
1
2
3
4
5
…
20
Next

Topics

Replies

Views

Last post

Toyota dealership has the green light for alignment

Last post by wildoliver « Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:42 am
Replies: 20
1

2
Attachment(s) by Mazda Mender » Thu Aug 15, 2013 7:55 pm

Just been to HW Moons Toyota dealership ( ) today with the white MK2 (I know at last) for them to play with on the alignment front, and for you lot to use with a major, major discount for MazdaMenders members ,check the discount section for the discount code to be used.
I was greeted by Mr Damian...
20 Replies

17408 Views

Last post by wildoliver View the latest post
Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:42 am
New headrest speakers how too.

Last post by Chris0H « Wed May 22, 2019 9:39 pm
Replies: 30
1

2

3
Attachment(s) by Badknee » Tue May 20, 2014 6:33 pm

Roy has just had his 21st Birthday and the headrest speakers were showing their age.
Having had a chat with Wayne I sent off for two sets of 4inch speakers.

First thing was to unzip the seat cover and hey presto the offending articles. One screw at the top and two at the bottom and ease the box...
30 Replies

21573 Views

Last post by Chris0H View the latest post
Wed May 22, 2019 9:39 pm
Import CAT requirements. VOSA information.

Last post by Phil H « Tue May 08, 2018 7:00 pm
Replies: 8
Attachment(s) by Phil H » Thu Sep 07, 2017 10:33 pm

This will probably refer to Eunos Roadster imports and I will keep this as brief as possible, but it may be of interest and use to some on here.

There always seems to be questions regarding the requirement of a catalyst on some MX-5's, typically early 90's and imports, well hopefully I have the...

8 Replies

8055 Views

Last post by Phil H View the latest post
Tue May 08, 2018 7:00 pm
MOT debacle - does your Eunos need a CAT?

Last post by blackyb « Wed Sep 27, 2017 10:15 pm
Replies: 6
by Creepy » Fri Sep 09, 2016 10:19 pm

I thought I’d share a rather interesting scenario which MAY save you a few quid and a lot of hassle if you have a Pre-1995 import and want a hassle free MOT.

A couple of weeks back I sent my 1993 Mk1 Eunos Roadster for its MOT (it’s first with me as the owner). Don’t tell anyone but it was...

6 Replies

7949 Views

Last post by blackyb View the latest post
Wed Sep 27, 2017 10:15 pm
build date by chassis number

Last post by Vanquishman « Wed Aug 17, 2016 9:50 pm
Replies: 7
by johnik » Fri May 30, 2014 10:43 am

Found this,could be usefull for those MK1 owners having emision probs at MOT time :handgestures-thumbup:

7 Replies

10483 Views

Last post by Vanquishman View the latest post
Wed Aug 17, 2016 9:50 pm
Induction kit bracket help

Last post by blackyb « Tue Aug 09, 2016 11:35 am
Replies: 29
1

2
Attachment(s) by Steyb38 » Sat Nov 30, 2013 4:16 pm

Could anyone tell me the dimensions of the brackets u use wen installing
An aftermarket induction kit. 1.6 mk1 eunos
Thanks in advance
29 Replies

16155 Views

Last post by blackyb View the latest post
Tue Aug 09, 2016 11:35 am
92 to 95 emissions and CAT requirements, the answer

Last post by Phil H « Sat May 21, 2016 9:47 am
Replies: 16
1

2
by Phil H » Thu Jan 09, 2014 9:13 pm

I have obtained regarding CAT requirements/test/emissions on here as it may be useful to MX5/Eunos owners. Please see below.

This will probably refer to Eunos Roadster imports and I will keep this as brief as possible, but it may be of interest and use to some on here.

There always seems to be...
16 Replies

17304 Views

Last post by Phil H View the latest post
Sat May 21, 2016 9:47 am
What Do YOU want to see on here??

Last post by phildent « Fri May 29, 2015 11:31 pm
Replies: 49
1

2

3

4
by Doogledog » Wed Dec 07, 2011 10:23 pm

So now you've seen the outline of what we've got on here, what would YOU like to see?? We've got ideas but we need yours too so we can get some useful, informative content on here for other owners before we invite everyone else on and go live :)
49 Replies

34904 Views

Last post by phildent View the latest post
Fri May 29, 2015 11:31 pm
Please welcome Mazdamenders.net approved car insurance Co

Last post by blackyb « Thu May 28, 2015 11:32 pm
Replies: 33
1

2

3
by Mazda Mender » Thu Oct 03, 2013 11:24 pm

Please say Hi to our approved Mx/Roadster insurace Co Adrain Flux now that we have sorted a good deal for all members to use. I myself will be taking out a policy with them in a weeks time on my everyday roadster and also using them for the other 3 roadsters, please see the Discount Section for...
33 Replies

22658 Views

Last post by blackyb View the latest post
Thu May 28, 2015 11:32 pm
Being a Mender (or what you have done for another MX5 owner)

Last post by Ricolas « Wed Feb 11, 2015 9:52 pm
Replies: 78
1

2

3

4

5

6
Attachment(s) by The Captain » Mon Oct 22, 2012 2:43 pm

Helped a mate out on Saturday by doing some bits on his MK2 Sport (same as mine and Rising Suns) and as there isn't a thread thought I would start a new one.

This is what I did, while he :coffee:

Oil and filter change
Plugs and leads changed
Gearbox oil changed
Gear lever gaiters and oil...
78 Replies

44662 Views

Last post by Ricolas View the latest post
Wed Feb 11, 2015 9:52 pm
identification ? mk1 or mk2 head

Last post by nedski « Thu May 08, 2014 9:36 am
Replies: 4
by nedski » Wed May 07, 2014 10:56 pm

Hi
A question for the great and good.
Ive just taken a cylinder head off a mk1 but it's slightly different in the water jacket area, combustion area is very slightly different and i think the inlet port shape under the valve.
Any Ideas. I have a couple of pics. Normal on the left and different on...

4 Replies

7850 Views

Last post by nedski View the latest post
Thu May 08, 2014 9:36 am
98-00 1.8 vics manifold +turbo

Last post by Mazda Mender « Wed Feb 12, 2014 11:05 am
Replies: 2
by al_p » Thu Jan 23, 2014 10:50 am

ok i have heard this vics manifold is there to give more top end power by opening a resonance chamber at around 5200rpm, i have heard it also shortened the air passege into the engine but this is not true from what i can see on the manifold .

this vics system works on vacuum to remain closed at...

2 Replies

5763 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Wed Feb 12, 2014 11:05 am
Free on line pdf mag

Last post by GOONZ « Sat May 11, 2013 2:20 pm
Replies: 6
by Mazda Mender » Sun Nov 04, 2012 7:05 pm

M-m

6 Replies

6466 Views

Last post by GOONZ View the latest post
Sat May 11, 2013 2:20 pm
Calliper De-Rust Comparison. Electrolysis-Acid-Molasses-Vinegar.

Last post by Mazda Mender « Tue Aug 04, 2020 1:52 pm
Replies: 7
Attachment(s) by Zebbysebby » Mon Aug 03, 2020 12:17 am

Five weeks ago I began an experiment to find out what is the best way to remove rust from Brake Callipers ahead of reconditioning. Obviously other parts can be used but Callipers, rears in particular can be difficult to clean up with a wire brush and I wanted an easier method....

7 Replies

143 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Tue Aug 04, 2020 1:52 pm
Vacuum hose take off for MAP sensor

Last post by Chris V Spec « Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:40 pm

by Chris V Spec » Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:40 pm

Hi Guys

I just acquired an ME221 ECU as the first stage of making my little MX5 go a bit faster.

Installation looks quite straightforward but I have one question about running a vacuum hose to the MAP sensor on the ecu.

All the images I can find suggest there should be a spare outlet on the...

0 Replies

430 Views

Last post by Chris V Spec View the latest post
Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:40 pm
Pop up headlights

Last post by blackyb « Tue Jun 23, 2020 8:50 pm
Replies: 2
Attachment(s) by John&Luke » Tue Jun 23, 2020 2:20 pm

Can’t beat pop up headlights IMO
7C1FF584-2060-4027-83F8-A739FF73FFD3.jpeg

2 Replies

376 Views

Last post by blackyb View the latest post
Tue Jun 23, 2020 8:50 pm
What have you done to your MX5 today/yesterday?

Last post by blackyb « Sun Jun 07, 2020 5:07 pm
Replies: 1795
1

…

116

117

118

119

120
Attachment(s) by The Captain » Mon Apr 23, 2012 1:46 pm

Thought I'd start a general thread so we can all show each other what we have been up to.

I'll start.

With the help of Rising Sun remote central locking was fitted to my Sport on Saturday

Jane wanted LED's in the doors the same as Mrs Rising Sun has, but I bought really long ones by mistake,...
1795 Replies

264022 Views

Last post by blackyb View the latest post
Sun Jun 07, 2020 5:07 pm
Anyone repaired or refurbished a MAF?

Last post by seagryhill « Thu May 21, 2020 9:44 am
Replies: 3
by seagryhill » Wed May 20, 2020 8:59 pm

Hi All,

Over the last 18 months or so I've had a number of rough running issues (MK2 2000 1.8 pretty much stock everything including the rust).

The first issue (not starting and rpm around 300 when it did) turned out to be a bad cam angle sensor - fixed.

Then a few months later the engine...

3 Replies

490 Views

Last post by seagryhill View the latest post
Thu May 21, 2020 9:44 am
Buying replacement/repair panels

Last post by graymattor « Wed May 13, 2020 9:20 pm
Replies: 3
by graymattor » Tue May 12, 2020 9:32 pm

Hi All,

Just a quick one, where are you guys buying you Mk1 replacement / repair panels from? There appear to be a lot of places selling them and all sorts of discounts, I would be interested to hear anyone that's gone through this recently before I start trawling the world wide web! (If I do...

3 Replies

510 Views

Last post by graymattor View the latest post
Wed May 13, 2020 9:20 pm
End of the road for my Mk 2.5

Last post by simes2000 « Wed Mar 18, 2020 12:53 am
Replies: 3
by simes2000 » Tue Mar 17, 2020 5:42 pm

Oh dear, my car has just failed its MOT with a whole bunch of issues that I don't have time or skills to repair. So it is off to the great car park in the sky. :sad: :sad: :sad: :violin: :violin: :violin:

It has worn out rear tyres, (easily replaced and not a problem)
Floor excessively...

3 Replies

734 Views

Last post by simes2000 View the latest post
Wed Mar 18, 2020 12:53 am
E10 fuel and the MX5

Last post by Mazda Mender « Sun Mar 08, 2020 7:47 pm
Replies: 5
by blackyb » Sat Mar 07, 2020 6:25 pm

No doubt we have all heard about the governments crazy climate protection ideas, the most recent is the change from E5 unleaded to E10 unleaded.

I have heard that in respect of some older motorbikes, it is not recommended for them due to plastic tanks and certain fuel lines which can be severely...

5 Replies

945 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Sun Mar 08, 2020 7:47 pm
Anyone else enjoy today’s winter sun?

Last post by Janni-Jan « Mon Jan 20, 2020 9:04 pm
Replies: 6
Attachment(s) by Janni-Jan » Sat Jan 18, 2020 4:50 pm

Well, did anyone else get the top down today :handgestures-thumbup:

roof down pic.jpeg

6 Replies

1175 Views

Last post by Janni-Jan View the latest post
Mon Jan 20, 2020 9:04 pm
Pressie from Santa

Last post by Mazda Mender « Fri Dec 27, 2019 10:29 am
Replies: 1
Attachment(s) by John&Luke » Thu Dec 26, 2019 10:28 am

Got these Wera bad boys spanner’s from Santa. Be interesting to try them out.

9F29650B-DD7E-4B28-9DB1-AEDEFB203F32.jpeg

Anyone got any experience of them?

1 Replies

949 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Fri Dec 27, 2019 10:29 am
Suffolk mazda/Retro and modern, a very poor service......

Last post by wildoliver « Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:54 am
Replies: 1
by Mazda Mender » Thu Mar 14, 2019 7:31 am

I am sorry, but I feel the need to say something that I feel is bad service from an mx5 specialist here in the uk... I have personally hit this twice with them now. Items bought that have arrived with bits missing, that are needed (with the items) for fitting. Yet, they seem to do this as a norm,...

1 Replies

1889 Views

Last post by wildoliver View the latest post
Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:54 am
Japanese Industry Screwdrivers

Last post by wildoliver « Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:49 am
Replies: 3
Attachment(s) by John&Luke » Sun Jun 09, 2019 10:34 am

Treated myself to these Vessel JIS screwdrivers. Feel and look very good quality. Handles have a nice firm feel about them. There is also a nice knurled section on the metal blade rod.

Assuming early Mazdas used the JIS screw head pattern.
910E8B09-CFBD-4217-948F-9F92ECD9E31E.jpeg

3 Replies

1975 Views

Last post by wildoliver View the latest post
Tue Nov 26, 2019 11:49 am
Called My Local Mazda Dealer.....

Last post by Mazda Mender « Fri Oct 18, 2019 12:17 pm
Replies: 1
by Shadgrind » Fri Oct 18, 2019 8:57 am

Spoke to nice young lady on reception, "Not sure if I need parts or service for this but my shipping bungs aer missing from my 2018 MX5"
"ill put you thru to parts"
After a shoort pause
"Hello parts"
"Hi I am hoping you can help, the shipping bungs are missing...

1 Replies

1240 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Fri Oct 18, 2019 12:17 pm
Mk1 1.8 Idle Problem

Last post by seagryhill « Mon Aug 12, 2019 8:37 am
Replies: 20
1

2
by rossyl » Tue Jun 18, 2019 4:55 pm

Hi All

I had my car looked at by a specialist as part of a change of the cam cover gasket, and CAS-O ring.

It was idling high and the timing was modded to 14. It was all put back to standard. New plugs were fitted.

But idling has since been eratic. Nothing comes up on the diagnostic.

When...
20 Replies

5199 Views

Last post by seagryhill View the latest post
Mon Aug 12, 2019 8:37 am
wheel geometry

Last post by Mazda Mender « Fri Jul 19, 2019 7:42 am
Replies: 2
by mk1_Nigel » Wed Jul 17, 2019 9:20 pm

Hello could anyone recommend a wheel geometry set up place close to Somerset ?
I have used a local performance dealer to laser align the car previously but would rather get a full set up done including corner weighting by an Mx5 specialist especially as it is now lowered and has non standard wheels...

2 Replies

1660 Views

Last post by Mazda Mender View the latest post
Fri Jul 19, 2019 7:42 am
Fuel use

Last post by simes2000 « Sun May 26, 2019 2:22 pm
Replies: 3
by Chris0H » Wed May 22, 2019 9:36 pm

Hi Guys,

posted this on fb with some interesting results...

Currently having a bit of a chill part to the year, so i have been driving very nicely mainly.... lol

Just the other week in my R reg mx5 mk1, after the track day at Leeds and a good service, driving like a gran got 430 ish miles on one...

3 Replies

2090 Views

Last post by simes2000 View the latest post
Sun May 26, 2019 2:22 pm
Thanks to Colin

Last post by DavesBRG5 « Mon Apr 29, 2019 11:29 am
Replies: 2
by Miataman » Mon Apr 29, 2019 7:44 am

Thanks to Colin for stopping on the A1M yesterday to see if he could help when he saw me broken down at the side of the road with what sounds like a knackered joint in the drivetrain.
Two very nice men took it in turns and got me home in Gosport about half past ten so it could have been worse.
Now...

2 Replies

1963 Views

Last post by DavesBRG5 View the latest post
Mon Apr 29, 2019 11:29 am

New Topic

577 topics

Page 1 of 20
- Jump to page:
1
2
3
4
5
…
20
Next

Return to Board Index

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 13 guests

Forum permissions

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum