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Old 09-27-2017 | 09:24 PM
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hi everyone I've owned my 95 miata for a year already and just decided that i want to turbo it. i am new to this forum and need help! i want to get a safe build and gain a decent amount of hp. i haven't really been looking into full kits I've been thinking about just buying the parts as i go. if you guys could help with things i should buy first and parts to stay away from. and here's my miata. My ig is @e46nate if you guys want to follow me

Old 09-27-2017 | 09:47 PM
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Ebay is fine. Pair it with an FMU and BTM, ready to rock.
Old 09-27-2017 | 09:54 PM
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^ like he says, just cheap out and don’t let them tell you otherwise. Easy spending money for you...

Might want to hook up with @ridethecliche he’s mid state from you.
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@ridethecliche is super helpful and would be more than happy to walk you through everything and give a hand wrenching.
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Originally Posted by concealer404
Ebay is fine. Pair it with an FMU and BTM, ready to rock.
heard a lot of mixed reviews about ebay turbos. And can you tell m what FMU and BTM is
Old 09-27-2017 | 10:41 PM
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Welcome! Lots and lots of good information here, to the point where it's hard to track it all down!
​​​​​​​What size tire wheel combo are you running there?
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Originally Posted by e46nate
heard a lot of mixed reviews about ebay turbos. And can you tell m what FMU and BTM is
FMU = Fuel Management Unit. Invented by Corky Bell, the authority on turbocharging.
BTM = Boost Timing Master. Effectively brings back timing based on boost level to keep your motor safe under any condition.
Old 09-27-2017 | 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mitymazda
Welcome! Lots and lots of good information here, to the point where it's hard to track it all down!
What size tire wheel combo are you running there?
my wheel size 15x8 with toyo t1r 195/45
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I'm having trouble placing those sweet wheels.
What are they?
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Nevermind, I found them.
The description is spot on.
https://www.ravspec.com/shop/57transcend-main
Old 09-27-2017 | 11:26 PM
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Originally Posted by mitymazda
Welcome! Lots and lots of good information here, to the point where it's hard to track it all down!
What size tire wheel combo are you running there?
Originally Posted by concealer404
FMU = Fuel Management Unit. Invented by Corky Bell, the authority on turbocharging.
BTM = Boost Timing Master. Effectively brings back timing based on boost level to keep your motor safe under any condition.
Originally Posted by Monk
Nevermind, I found them.
The description is spot on.
https://www.ravspec.com/shop/57transcend-main
yup those are the ones. They are pretty light with the tires on them I don’t know the exact weight
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