BiMU Posted February 3, 2015 Author Share Posted February 3, 2015 Yeah, no good in making the car look good if it doesn't run! 100% I've fallen into the making it look nice trap before but I couldn't help looking at the MGZS suspension upgrade - also had a look at UnicycleTom's videos of twisty road and track fun and looks awesome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 100% I've fallen into the making it look nice trap before but I couldn't help looking at the MGZS suspension upgrade - also had a look at UnicycleTom's videos of twisty road and track fun and looks awesome. To be fair I've done it before as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiMU Posted February 3, 2015 Author Share Posted February 3, 2015 So steadily chewing through the list. Today had a good mate deal with the following:CambeltWater pumpCoolant changeCenter console installed (I couldn't get those rusty bolts out!) Yum! New parts! Old one didn't look too bad! Well that looks like crap! Glad it's changed now. I should be getting it back tomorrow as he's going to take a look underneath and hopefully get it tracked. He commented that he the found drive a little skittish! Dom (Torque1320) advised to get a some extra bits:Water hoses - The ones in the car were not as firm as the original ones so were replaced at some point.Fuel filter changeSpark plug change - Have new plugs, need to changeGearbox oil change - Have oil need to change Here's a more stripped down priority list and progress report:ABS - Picking up a second hand ABS pump and ABS ECU this weekendDrivers side mirror - Fitting when weather is goodPassenger wing mirror glassAirCon - Pump, bracket, tensioner and torque mount purchased but need bolts and fittingNew tyres x 4 - See how tracking goesNew spare wheel tyreNew car key - Might be getting 3 keys and whole lock set including all barrels, transponder thingy and ECU for the price of one new key! We'll see how this pans out this weekend.Sun-roof rubber seal - Should be picking up this weekend = £10 for the seal... and sunroof!Front passenger lower fog light - awaiting stock from breakersExhaust - It was blowing but I hate the boy racer tip at the end - so found a decent second hand one.Good thing is that the engine seems to be in good condition and has seen regular oil changes. I'm getting happier as things are starting to get fixed and can't wait until its more about the drive and going fast safely... but fast again. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiMU Posted February 3, 2015 Author Share Posted February 3, 2015 Yes! f**k silly stance! I'd rather hoon! YES! I can't stand not being able to give a car some left and right action, even my Shuttle is lowered to a height so I don't have to super slow down for speedbumps. I've had an MX5 and loved the handling... hopefully get another one day. How do you think it compares to the set up you have now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Shit!My (wifes) mx5 had mazda speed coilovers, that thing cornered!just needed more zoom zoom!Needed boost, but got a BGW instead Nice work there Jason! Coming along now! Yes I prefer to be able to drive quickly without removing arch liners, sumps etc! My Type R does the hooning thing nicely without mods, just needs better tyres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noodels Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 ABS -you checked the codes i take it ?never hearing of a pump failure before..maybe a sensor fault suggest look at the manual and recheck . codes will tell what wheel ect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 And a trip through the farmers hedge.That's not right, it's not a Type R! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 Yours you fool!Thought you meant the MX5 had gone through a hedge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayhoath83 Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 My m8s turbo mx5 has nearly put him in a hedge several times lol fun though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiMU Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 s**t!My (wifes) mx5 had mazda speed coilovers, that thing cornered!just needed more zoom zoom! I loved my MX5 only reason I got rid was because of rust and was uneconomical to repair. Damn it was stable! Needed boost, but got a BGW instead Nice work there Jason! Coming along now! Yes I prefer to be able to drive quickly without removing arch liners, sumps etc! My Type R does the hooning thing nicely without mods, just needs better tyres Cheers, just trying to get it safe but I do indulge in the occasional VTEC!!!!! ABS -you checked the codes i take it ?never hearing of a pump failure before..maybe a sensor fault suggest look at the manual and recheck . codes will tell what wheel ect I'll check this weekend to triple check are the sensors expensive? My m8s turbo mx5 has nearly put him in a hedge several times lol fun though Always wakes someone up, nothing bit of counter steer would fix! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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