Supermiata Qmax Coolant Reroute
#141
Is this too "naff" of what?
I did the coolant neck delete when the Qmax got installed, so used the small blanking plate. Which means the pretty big blanking plate was left over. The instructions say use it for a keychain, but I found two perfectly-spaced factory threads where it can be mounted just to the right of the radiator (RHD car). Now #1 son says that it is too "naff" (whatever that means). I reckon it is a Schwarzenegger version of an engine bay sticker:
#142
I think as long as you raise the front far enough above the rear to bleed it out the radiator you'll be fine. I've filled the car twice now with the Qmax installed and both times there was little to no air under the bleeder when opened. I also squeeze both radiator hoses a little and that usually gets any trapped air.
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#146
Next batch inbound. We're taking preorders.
https://supermiata.com/supermiata-qm...mx5-miata.aspx
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I saw the few posts about running the regular Stant thermostat vs the Super. Wondering which one I should run..
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Instructional video mentions using the supplied Permatex 22071 gasket maker on the actual threads of the 5/8 barb and 1/8 npt. Is this still accurate? How much more or less effective would this be compared to using 59214 sealant on the threads?
I was not aware you could use gasket maker on threads.
Also, the instructions get a bit wonky when mentioning or referring to sealant on thermostat housing vrs main housing etc..
I was not aware you could use gasket maker on threads.
Also, the instructions get a bit wonky when mentioning or referring to sealant on thermostat housing vrs main housing etc..
#154
Instructional video mentions using the supplied Permatex 22071 gasket maker on the actual threads of the 5/8 barb and 1/8 npt. Is this still accurate? How much more or less effective would this be compared to using 59214 sealant on the threads?
I was not aware you could use gasket maker on threads.
Also, the instructions get a bit wonky when mentioning or referring to sealant on thermostat housing vrs main housing etc..
I was not aware you could use gasket maker on threads.
Also, the instructions get a bit wonky when mentioning or referring to sealant on thermostat housing vrs main housing etc..
#158
Apply a small amount of supplied sealant OR PTFE "plumbers" tape to threads, your choice.
If you do order the reroute I highly recommend removing the 3 ppf bolts and jacking up the small end of the transmission to give extra clearance between the motor and firewall, as mentioned prior in this thread.
In my case, 1995, I had to beat the EGR out of the way with it disconnected from the intake side. Although, most people installing this have this deleted already since going turbo.
Also, I did end up extending the wire for the stock temp gauge below the reroute housing.
If you do order the reroute I highly recommend removing the 3 ppf bolts and jacking up the small end of the transmission to give extra clearance between the motor and firewall, as mentioned prior in this thread.
In my case, 1995, I had to beat the EGR out of the way with it disconnected from the intake side. Although, most people installing this have this deleted already since going turbo.
Also, I did end up extending the wire for the stock temp gauge below the reroute housing.