Mk1 Mx5 build

**Mx5markey** · 03-09-15, 09:48

Started the build thread in the Members cars section, ill continue here!
http://www.driftireland.ie/forum/sho...-Mk1-mx5-build

**Kruizer** · 03-09-15, 09:51

Easier to just move the thread, ask an admin or moderator.

**Mx5markey** · 03-09-15, 10:07

Sweet, thanks!

**Mx5markey** · 06-09-15, 09:50

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Boosting wastegate the the mo. 7psi from 3.5k rpm to the red line. Working through the kinks before going to 14psi, like leaking oil and intercooler piping blowing etc. Still, in love with it. Pulls like a train. Choochoos.
Bonnet doesnt close because of piping. Thats only minor though. oil restrictor on the way.

New problem formed last night. All was going well until I started it and it spluttered/misfired and died. I can start it and drive it as long as i dont let it idle. misfires when cruising too. But totally fine when its under load i.e. accelerating and decelerating/over run. Not sure whats up. Hopefully isnt not as bad as i think.

**Mx5markey** · 06-09-15, 09:56

follow me on instagram for more vids and pics

@eoinmarkey

**Mx5markey** · 07-09-15, 10:00

Small video of a pull from 1st. feels great!

**Mx5markey** · 13-11-15, 07:14

Dave, I have a 6 speed in it already and plan to get that diff as well haha with a nice 3.9 ratio. I've heard they can take nuclear bombs. I have yellow stuff pads in there and they are pretty good with Michelin pilot sport 3s, these are savage . I'll move up to carbon Pads or probably 4 pot willwoods. It's only early days!
You know yourself, the parts list just gets longer and longer.

**Mx5markey** · 13-11-15, 07:15

Tom fix your shit skyline

**Mx5markey** · 13-11-15, 08:58

Heres some pics Tom took.

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**Dave** · 13-11-15, 09:10

Originally Posted by Mx5markey

Dave, I have a 6 speed in it already and plan to get that diff as well haha with a nice 3.9 ratio. I've heard they can take nuclear bombs. I have yellow stuff pads in there and they are pretty good with Michelin pilot sport 3s, these are savage . I'll move up to carbon Pads or probably 4 pot willwoods. It's only early days!
You know yourself, the parts list just gets longer and longer.

Ah ok your well on your way! Those gearboxes and diffs are getting expensive!ha Btw is this 1.8 or 1.6?
I'm planning on turboin mine over the winter, only be aiming for about 240 bhp so should be fine with the standard gearbox and diff.

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