If you have a specific MX-5 mechanical question, we recommend you talk with a Mazda dealer or check the mx5cartalk forum, which has a host of technical information on it. You can also post a question on the forum, which is visited by the most ardent MX-5 enthusiasts in the country and is bound to get you the information you need.
There is also a wealth of technical information in the “Garage” section of the “Miata.net” website.
Otherwise, you are welcome to e-mail queries to the Club (via this link) and we will do our best to get you an answer. Remember, though, that we’re all volunteers, so it might take a little time. And while some of our people know a great deal about the MX-5, we make no warranties or representations about any of the information provided.
Members’ technical articles – as published in mxtra
NA/NB:
- Brake pads: replacing (John Waldock – May 2013)
- Butterfly brace (Flyin’ Miata) (Allan Pryer – May 2012)
- CB radio – installing in a 1990 NA/Eunos Roadster (Michael Collinson – April 2018)
- COVID Cambelt Capers (John Moore – March 2021)
- Differential: replacing (Ben Sale – July 2011)
- DIY Brakes Instructions (Maita Journal [US] – June 2010)
- Extinguisher brackets (Peter Ferguson – December 2016)
- MAX rebuild….returning a 1989 NA to “new” (Peter Ferguson – August 2021)
- MX-5 Short Nose Crankshafts (Peter Ferguson – June 2021)
- NA engine & transmission changeover (Peter Ferguson – May 2017)
- NA heater leak repair (Peter Ferguson – June 2023)
- NA keys locked in boot (James Lang – April 2017)
- NA to NB brakes (John Waldock – June 2013)
- Retrofying your NA (John Poletti – December 2019)
- Suspension bushes: changing (Ben Sale – August 2011)
- Things you may not know about your NA (Malcolm Brand – January 2021)
- Tonneau cover: folding (Lindsey Howatt – March 2011)
- Water leak in your NA? (Peter Ferguson – August 2014)
- Wet carpets? (NA & NB) (Peter Ferguson – September 2021)
NB:
- Baby teeth: removal (Ron Macdonald – April 2011)
- Clutch: replacing (SE) (John Waldock – March 2013)
- Clutch hose: replacing (Ron Macdonald – December 2012)
- Exhaust/muffler (Paul Watson – July 2012)
- Gearshift boot: replacing (Ron Macdonald – October 2011)
- Muffler: fitting (Ron Macdonald – June 2011)
- SE oil change – how not to do it! (Ross McKinnon – December 2016)
- Wet carpets? (NA & NB) (Peter Ferguson – September 2021)
NC:
- Brakes and braids (Peter Lawson-Gillies – January 2017)
- Coolant tank failure (Bob de Bont – March 2015)
- Drainage – NC hard top (Bob de Bont – May 2018)
- Extinguisher brackets (Peter Ferguson – December 2016)
- Gearshift and handbrake gaiters (Kate Hudson – May 2020)
- Jass Performance NC2 and NC3 Seat (Bob de Bont/Rael Belterman – July 2020)
- LED upgrade for NC2 and NC3 (Rael Belterman – September 2021)
- LED upgrade for NC2 – resources spreadsheet (Rael Belterman – September 2021)
- NC gear shifts – difficult when cold (David Evans/Peter Ferguson – April 2016)
- Passenger leg room (Bob de Bont – January 2016)
- Puncture repair (using repair kit) (Mazda Australia – October 2010)
- Radiator pipe rubbing point – all NCs (Bob de Bont – March 2015)
- Remote repair (Bob de Bont – March 2018)
- Roll bar (Robert Hart – December 2012)
- Seat heater: fitting (Don Nicoll – June 2011)
- Serpentine belt replacement (Bob de Bont – June 2018)
- Should I Lower my NC? (Peter Woodroffe – March 2021)
- Stuck thermostat (Bob de Bont – March 2015)
- Tyre replacement for the NC (Bob de Bont – January 2016)
- Water cowl leak repair (Bob de Bont – March 2018)
- UHF Radio Antenna for the NC Power Retractable Hard Top (Bob de Bont – March 2020)
- 2.4L Engine Swap in my 2006 NC (Andrew Tate – February 2021)
ND:
- Reversing cameras [MY15-18 models] (Bob de Bont – July 2018)
- Vinyl Wrapping an MX-5 (Lori Mercieca – August 2021)
General:
- Air horn – fitting to your MX-5 (James Saunders – April 2010)
- Battery charger/jump starter (Peter Ferguson – March 2016)
- Battery conditioner (Richard Acfield – October 2016)
- Brakes – Bedding in (RDA EBC Brakes – October 2013)
- Brakes – Bleeding your brake system (RDA EBC Brakes – March 2014)
- Brakes – Brakes and braids: what’s stopping you? (Peter Lawson-Gillies – January 2017)
- Brakes – Cracked disk brakes (Stuart James – February 2010)
- Brakes – Fluid ratings (RDA EBC Brakes – September 2013)
- Brakes – What’s stopping you? (Robert Downes – February 2011)
- CB radios – convenient communication (John & Katrina Palmer – April 2018)
- CB radio – installing in a 1990 NA/Eunos Roadster (Michael Collinson – April 2018)
- CB radios – VicRoads FAQs for the operation of other devices in motor vehicles (March 2023)
- CB radios – list of allocated UHF channels [AustraliaSoMuchtoSee.com.] Copyright (C) 2013
- Clutch – explained (Ron Macdonald – November 2012)
- Concerned about your MX-5 lying idle? (Andrew Turner – April 2020)
- Cruise control and aquaplaning (NRMA – July 2016)
- Drainage holes (Murray Finlay – February 2011)
- Extending fire extinguisher life (David Mackrell – March 2021)
- Fire extinguisher brackets (Peter Ferguson – December 2016)
- Jump starter/battery charger (Peter Ferguson – March 2016)
- Lowering your MX-5? (Think again!) (Robert Downes – September 2010)
- Oil – DIY change (Matt King – March 2010)
- Orbital polisher – RS4500 road test (Ron Macdonald – November 2013)
- Passenger performance modifications (Ron Diprose – January 2012)
- Photography – Say Cheese #1: pixels, sensors and lenses (Ron Macdonald – May 2014)
- Photography – Say Cheese #2: which camera? (Ron Macdonald – June 2014)
- Photography – Say Cheese #3: taking those photos (Ron Macdonald – July 2014)
- Removing window tint (David Elson – May 2020)
- Running lights for dummies (Bob de Bont – November 2016)
- Seat upholstery – “From Hell to Leather” (replacing cloth with leather) (Ron Gillick – May 2015)
- Timing belts, Tasmania and Trouble (Ron Diprose – May 2011)
- Tyre age – and the effect on performance and safety (Bob de Bont – January 2016)
- Tyres & rims (Robert Downes – May 2010)
- Tyres & rims – Cheap tyres: what are you saving? (Colin Jevons – November 2013)
- Tyres & rims – Rim rash: what’s the treatment? (Rob Tanner – July 2013)
- UHF radio – Wiring in a radio (Ron Diprose – February 2013)
- UHF radio – Wired for sound (Ron Macdonald – September 2011)
- Welding gases – new deal (Peter Ferguson – May 2016)
Other Stuff:
- Convoy runs: Think the convoy runs are too fast? Most likely it’s the “elastic band effect”. Read Dr Will Campbell’s explanation …
- Know Your Car: For some other helpful articles on the MX-5, visit Rob Spargo’s “Know Your Car” series on the “miata.net” website. Rob’s topics include:
Car Care:
AG Group write occasional articles in mxtra on car care, cleaning and detailing:
- Part 1: Rinseless and waterless products and techniques (May 2010)
- Part 2: Paint decontamination – clay bar use and techniques (August 2010)
- Part 3: Polishing (November 2010)
To find out more about AG Group’s product range or to seek advice, go to either www.concourscarcare.com.au or www.waxit.com.au
DISCLAIMER: The Mazda MX-5 Club of Victoria & Tasmania Inc., its Officers and Committee cannot be held liable for any errors and/or omissions in articles, reports, notices, advertisements, comment and advice of events that are published in mxtra in good faith. It should be noted that the publication of an advertisement, or expression of views in articles and reports, does not necessarily imply endorsement by the Club of the advertised product or service or the views expressed in any articles or reports published in mxtra. The Mazda MX-5 Club of Victoria & Tasmania Inc. has not tested the products, equipment or services mentioned in the articles and makes no warranties or representations about any of the products or their purported uses. All “Tech Talk” information is provided as a guide only; all work is carried out at the owner’s risk.
