Just got my Eunos...... 1.6i
Discussion
Picked my car up yesterday, oh my god, amazing.
I've nothing really to compare it to other then my Pug 306 1.4 75hp!! lol.
Pulled into the office car park this morning with everyone wanting a go!!
Anyway, there are a few things i'd like to do to it. I apologise if any of these things have been answered already, if anyone could point me in the right direction it would be much appreciated...
Stick on number plate? Took the badge off this morning and there are two small holes, can i just stick a numberplate over this and remove the one from the front bumper? Where can i get one from?
Security - Can anyone recommend a decent alarm/immobiliser that i can get fitted?
A/C - I've heard people remove this to save some weight, how is this done? Does it make a difference and are there any guides to weight saving?
Induction Kit - Will a pipercross or K&N filter or kit make a difference?
Seatbelts - The drivers side belt is knackered, no tension, where can I pick up a replacement?
Rear badges, are they easily removed? Any holes underneath?
Roof - No leaks at all, although it could do with a clean, will a vinyl cleaner be ok or is there any specialist cleaner for soft tops?
The radiator has taken alot of abuse due to no grill, so will need to replace it. Are they simple to replace or should i leave it too the experts?
I guess fitting a grill once the new rad is in will be a good idea?
Thats all i can think of at the minute but would appreciate anyones advice on things to do to make a great car better!!
I've thought of the turbo/supercharger option, but I doubt my insurer will be happy!!!
Thanks guys.
I've nothing really to compare it to other then my Pug 306 1.4 75hp!! lol.
Pulled into the office car park this morning with everyone wanting a go!!
Anyway, there are a few things i'd like to do to it. I apologise if any of these things have been answered already, if anyone could point me in the right direction it would be much appreciated...
Stick on number plate? Took the badge off this morning and there are two small holes, can i just stick a numberplate over this and remove the one from the front bumper? Where can i get one from?
Security - Can anyone recommend a decent alarm/immobiliser that i can get fitted?
A/C - I've heard people remove this to save some weight, how is this done? Does it make a difference and are there any guides to weight saving?
Induction Kit - Will a pipercross or K&N filter or kit make a difference?
Seatbelts - The drivers side belt is knackered, no tension, where can I pick up a replacement?
Rear badges, are they easily removed? Any holes underneath?
Roof - No leaks at all, although it could do with a clean, will a vinyl cleaner be ok or is there any specialist cleaner for soft tops?
The radiator has taken alot of abuse due to no grill, so will need to replace it. Are they simple to replace or should i leave it too the experts?
I guess fitting a grill once the new rad is in will be a good idea?
Thats all i can think of at the minute but would appreciate anyones advice on things to do to make a great car better!!
I've thought of the turbo/supercharger option, but I doubt my insurer will be happy!!!
Thanks guys.
fr3n2y said:
Picked my car up yesterday, oh my god, amazing.
Excellent, enjoy it, especially with weather like today!fr3n2y said:
Stick on number plate? Took the badge off this morning and there are two small holes, can i just stick a numberplate over this and remove the one from the front bumper? Where can i get one from?
Technically sticky plates are no longer legal as none of them meet the requirements for a legal plate. You can buy show plates online for off road use - I'm sure you'll re-fit the legal plate when driving the car on the road, won't you?fr3n2y said:
A/C - I've heard people remove this to save some weight, how is this done? Does it make a difference and are there any guides to weight saving?
There are several parts to the AC. The evaporator which cools the cabin air is a box that sits between the blower motor and heater matrix under the dash behind the glove box. The compressor is bolted to a bracket on the engine and takes it's drive from an accessory belt. The condenser is a small radiator type device mounted in front (IIRC) of the water rad. They're all connected with metal hard lines. From memory there's around 20kg to be saved from removing it, but to do a proper job would take a bit of time and effort on a car that's all in one piece. Unless it's a seriously stripped track car, I'd keep hold of it. You'll be thankful for it when it's a hot humid rainy night and the car's steaming up.fr3n2y said:
Induction Kit - Will a pipercross or K&N filter or kit make a difference?
Not really, bit nicer sound perhaps.fr3n2y said:
Seatbelts - The drivers side belt is knackered, no tension, where can I pick up a replacement?
http://www.mx5parts.com/ for new or http://www.autolinkuk.co.uk/ for 2nd hand.fr3n2y said:
Rear badges, are they easily removed? Any holes underneath?
There are two holes behind the one on the right, none for the badge on the left. Usual badge removing technique applies.fr3n2y said:
Roof - No leaks at all, although it could do with a clean, will a vinyl cleaner be ok or is there any specialist cleaner for soft tops?
Renovo is supposed to be very good, but I've not used it myself yet.fr3n2y said:
The radiator has taken alot of abuse due to no grill, so will need to replace it. Are they simple to replace or should i leave it too the experts?
Is it the coolant rad or the AC compressor? The coolant rad is very easy to replace and a change of coolant is never a bad idea (the alloy head needs a good concentration of relatively fresh coolant to prevent corrosion). MX5Parts are a again a good source.fr3n2y said:
I guess fitting a grill once the new rad is in will be a good idea?
Can help prevent stone damage, tends to reduce the air flow slightly.Wow thanks for the quick response.
Not long til lunch for me!!
Looks like i'll be leaving the A/C in place!
The number plate was mainly to cover the two small holes from the front badge, can i get a replacement badge from somewhere? Or is there an easy way to fill the holes? (would prefer no badge)
On the rear I have three badges, Eunos on the left (i think) with roadster on the right. Above roadster is a small Mazda MX-5 badge. If i pull them off and there are holes is it easy to source replacement badges?
With the rad its right at the very front, 2 fans connected to it. One large one abit smaller. Talking of the fans, although i've only had the car less than 24 hours, i've never seen the smaller fan come on. I've had the bonnet up a few times after a drive. Is this unusual?
One other thing, the rear fog on the bottom, can this easily be removed or is it a legal requirement to have one? Its the ugliest bit of the car!!
Not long til lunch for me!!
Looks like i'll be leaving the A/C in place!
The number plate was mainly to cover the two small holes from the front badge, can i get a replacement badge from somewhere? Or is there an easy way to fill the holes? (would prefer no badge)
On the rear I have three badges, Eunos on the left (i think) with roadster on the right. Above roadster is a small Mazda MX-5 badge. If i pull them off and there are holes is it easy to source replacement badges?
With the rad its right at the very front, 2 fans connected to it. One large one abit smaller. Talking of the fans, although i've only had the car less than 24 hours, i've never seen the smaller fan come on. I've had the bonnet up a few times after a drive. Is this unusual?
One other thing, the rear fog on the bottom, can this easily be removed or is it a legal requirement to have one? Its the ugliest bit of the car!!
fr3n2y said:
One other thing, the rear fog on the bottom, can this easily be removed or is it a legal requirement to have one? Its the ugliest bit of the car!!
Required for MOT I think. Happy to be corrected tho 
ETA - Renovo cleaner and proofer brought my hood up nicely, mines is mohair rather than vinyl tho.
A replacement panel filter might be worth picking up (£30ish from MX5parts). They sound good and apparently improve airflow. Might be worth doing a mini service while you're at it with new spark plugs, oil + filter, coolant if you're doing the rad.
Good luck
Edited by paulmurr on Thursday 5th June 12:26
Hi just found a seat belt for £ 10 for you, i have bought from here before and they are spot on. good luck and enjoy.
www.mx5heaven.co.uk
www.mx5heaven.co.uk
fr3n2y said:
The number plate was mainly to cover the two small holes from the front badge, can i get a replacement badge from somewhere? Or is there an easy way to fill the holes? (would prefer no badge)
If you take the numberplate plinth off you'll be left with 2 big holes....If it's like the UK ones. So probably best to try and replace the badge.paulmurr said:
fr3n2y said:
One other thing, the rear fog on the bottom, can this easily be removed or is it a legal requirement to have one? Its the ugliest bit of the car!!
Required for MOT I think. Happy to be corrected tho ETA - Renovo cleaner and proofer brought my hood up nicely, mines is mohair rather than vinyl tho.
A replacement panel filter might be worth picking up (£30ish from MX5parts). They sound good and apparently improve airflow. Might be worth doing a mini service while you're at it with new spark plugs, oil + filter, coolant if you're doing the rad.
Good luck
Edited by paulmurr on Thursday 5th June 12:26
Jobs a good 'un, no probs MOT time.
No problems with my sticky plate either
paulmurr said:
fr3n2y said:
One other thing, the rear fog on the bottom, can this easily be removed or is it a legal requirement to have one? Its the ugliest bit of the car!!
Required for MOT I think. Happy to be corrected tho ETA - Renovo cleaner and proofer brought my hood up nicely, mines is mohair rather than vinyl tho.
A replacement panel filter might be worth picking up (£30ish from MX5parts). They sound good and apparently improve airflow. Might be worth doing a mini service while you're at it with new spark plugs, oil + filter, coolant if you're doing the rad.
Good luck
Edited by paulmurr on Thursday 5th June 12:26
I'm not great with cars but bought this to learn the basics! With the plugs whats the best ones to go for and do they just screw in??
A guess a Haynes manual would be a good start for me!!
Will pop some pics of the car up tonight when i get home.
lots of good advice here http://www.miata.net/garage/garagemaintenance.html
more advice here:
www.mx5oc.co.uk
My Eunos Roadster is probably the only car I ever really regret selling.
Have fun, you're bought it at just the right time for the weather!
www.mx5oc.co.uk
My Eunos Roadster is probably the only car I ever really regret selling.
Have fun, you're bought it at just the right time for the weather!
fr3n2y said:
someone said:
No problems with my sticky plate either
Where can I pick one up?As above it'll be a "show plate" only.
But I have one on mine. Standard font. Standard size. And reflective. The cops used mine to call in the plate after an accident. Couldn't care less that it wasn't a hard plastic plate. All he cared about was that it looked correct size/space etc and he could easily read it.Edited by Munter on Thursday 5th June 14:39
mx5 Addict said:
i got a Rods mx5 enthusiast manual from ebay and it's so detailed, well worth it and much better than a haynes. I also use these for a lot of my parts Autolink UK Ltd again spot on.www.kelseycarrs.com .hope this helps
Manual from Veloce.http://www.veloce.co.uk/shop/products/productDetai...
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