Turboless Noob Seeks More Track Time
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Turboless Noob Seeks More Track Time
Hello MiataTurbo.net. I needed to stop lurking and start posting, so here goes. I bought this 97 Miata two years ago with the intention of 1) teaching myself manual and 2) learning to drive on the track and at autocross. This was my first manual and sports car. It's since turned into a full blown addiction. I've swapped in a Torsen, put on 225 Hankook RS3s, added hood vents and brake ducts. I've upgraded to a Sparco Evo, Momo steering wheel, Schroth harneses and a Necksgen 2. My plan is to Megasquirt next year and then turbo the year after once my track times start stabilizing. The car as-is has a lot of time left in it, so I'm sticking with stock power until I get better at driving. I've mostly gone to Buttonwillow and Thunderhill West, but I'm looking forward to finally hitting up Laguna now that I've some experience under my belt. I'm focusing on keeping the car reliable and fun to drive.
Here are some pics:
97 Miata.
Mockup + Parts for brake Ducts. 2.5" Aluminum coupler.
Test Fitting Cardboard in the existing vent hole
RB Bumper + Final ABS Brake Duct. I bent the ABS with a heat gun after trimming it to size with a band saw. Painted the coupler back and attached to the bumper with a few screws.
Roommate's cat Babbi stealing my seat
Here are some pics:
97 Miata.
Mockup + Parts for brake Ducts. 2.5" Aluminum coupler.
Test Fitting Cardboard in the existing vent hole
RB Bumper + Final ABS Brake Duct. I bent the ABS with a heat gun after trimming it to size with a band saw. Painted the coupler back and attached to the bumper with a few screws.
Roommate's cat Babbi stealing my seat
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I'm in Fremont. I plan on going to more Golden Gate Lotus Club autocrosses next year and track days at Buttonwillow, Thunderhill, and Laguna. I'm avoiding Sonoma due to the number of accidents I've seen there until I get better.