RobH's SP
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- RobH
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RobH's SP
Well, I thought it was about time I posted up some pics of my SP.
I originally had a 1989 NA6 that I bought in 1996:
I loved this car and thought I was going to own it forever however all good things must come to an end and the NA6 ended up making way for my ultimate MX5, the 2001 SP.
When I bought it in 2005 it had 21k klms on it and was stock except for some lowered peddars springs which were a bit harsh but the ride height was great. It was in excellent condition and I quickly forgot about the old NA6, mind you I still love the original with the right wheels and a bit of lowering. Eventually I will pick another one up as I had plenty of plans for the old girl but never had the funds to make it happen.
The first mods were an auto meter boost gage, momo pedals followed by a Racing Beat Style Bar.
This was soon followed by new wheels so that I could run semi racing slicks on the stock wheels and have street tyres on the new wheels. It took me ages to find the right wheels, eventually choosing a set of Enkei GTC01.
Next in line was new suspension (PPS9's) which I imported from the states when the Aussie dollar was on a high. I also went for a Project Mu brake package which consisted of forged billet aluminium calipers, two pice rotors and braded lines. These were not cheap but stop brilliantly and also look the part. These get a good workout at Phillip Island and Winton.
The Racing Beat style bar ended up making way for a Brown Davis roll cage as things were starting to get a bit too quick on the track with a PB of 1.57 around Phillip Island.
The engine has been rebuilt after I lost all fluids at Winton during the first practice session of a track day which ended up cooking the motor. A proper rebuild followed with forged internals, balancing and general strenghtening with ARP studs and other high end products meaning the motor is pretty strong and ready for a bit more boost to be fed in. Currently we are working on a new ecu (ViPec) so that we can run more boost and do a proper tune on it.
These things take time however and I hope to have this sorted early in the new year. I will list all other mods completed on here soon.
I originally had a 1989 NA6 that I bought in 1996:
I loved this car and thought I was going to own it forever however all good things must come to an end and the NA6 ended up making way for my ultimate MX5, the 2001 SP.
When I bought it in 2005 it had 21k klms on it and was stock except for some lowered peddars springs which were a bit harsh but the ride height was great. It was in excellent condition and I quickly forgot about the old NA6, mind you I still love the original with the right wheels and a bit of lowering. Eventually I will pick another one up as I had plenty of plans for the old girl but never had the funds to make it happen.
The first mods were an auto meter boost gage, momo pedals followed by a Racing Beat Style Bar.
This was soon followed by new wheels so that I could run semi racing slicks on the stock wheels and have street tyres on the new wheels. It took me ages to find the right wheels, eventually choosing a set of Enkei GTC01.
Next in line was new suspension (PPS9's) which I imported from the states when the Aussie dollar was on a high. I also went for a Project Mu brake package which consisted of forged billet aluminium calipers, two pice rotors and braded lines. These were not cheap but stop brilliantly and also look the part. These get a good workout at Phillip Island and Winton.
The Racing Beat style bar ended up making way for a Brown Davis roll cage as things were starting to get a bit too quick on the track with a PB of 1.57 around Phillip Island.
The engine has been rebuilt after I lost all fluids at Winton during the first practice session of a track day which ended up cooking the motor. A proper rebuild followed with forged internals, balancing and general strenghtening with ARP studs and other high end products meaning the motor is pretty strong and ready for a bit more boost to be fed in. Currently we are working on a new ecu (ViPec) so that we can run more boost and do a proper tune on it.
These things take time however and I hope to have this sorted early in the new year. I will list all other mods completed on here soon.
Silver SP - KAAZ LSD, Enkei Rims, PSS9's and Project Mu Caliper upgrade kit.
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RobH's SP
Some very tidy lens work on a very tidy car.
Went for a drive and there were slow cars everywhere, why are NC's so common . . . must be NC = Normally Cardiganed.
- RobH
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RobH's SP
Thanks Spy,
Below is a better list of mods that have been done:
Suspension / Wheels / Brakes:
Bilstein PSS9 coilovers
Dunlop R Spec tyres on standard rims
17inch Enkei GTC01 Rims with RE001's
Project Mu Brake upgrade kit including forged billet aluminum calipers and 2 piece disks
Braided brake lines
KAAZ 1.5 LSD
Engine:
Wiseco forged pistons
ARP headstuds and conrod pins
Balanced & shotpeened conrods
Machined and balanced flywheel
Balanced crank with race bearings
Lowered compression
Remote oil filter
Oil Cooler
K&N Air filter
Interior:
Brown Davis roll cage
Carbon series Auto Meter boost gage
Driver & Passenger 4 point harness
Momo pedals
Momo gear knob
Mazda Europe aluminum hand brake
Tunes:
Alpine CDA9886 Head Unit
Boston Acoustic 6.5 inch splits
Alpine Amp
And below are parts sitting in the garage waiting to be installed that I brought back from the states in September:
Racing Beat Sway Bar - Front
Racing Beat Adjustable Sway Bar End Links
Racing Beat Rear Lower Control Arm Brace
Racing Beat Front Lower Chasis Brace
Planned Engine Modifications:
Vipec Engine Management Unit
Suburu WRX blue series injectors
Oil Breather Box
Below is a better list of mods that have been done:
Suspension / Wheels / Brakes:
Bilstein PSS9 coilovers
Dunlop R Spec tyres on standard rims
17inch Enkei GTC01 Rims with RE001's
Project Mu Brake upgrade kit including forged billet aluminum calipers and 2 piece disks
Braided brake lines
KAAZ 1.5 LSD
Engine:
Wiseco forged pistons
ARP headstuds and conrod pins
Balanced & shotpeened conrods
Machined and balanced flywheel
Balanced crank with race bearings
Lowered compression
Remote oil filter
Oil Cooler
K&N Air filter
Interior:
Brown Davis roll cage
Carbon series Auto Meter boost gage
Driver & Passenger 4 point harness
Momo pedals
Momo gear knob
Mazda Europe aluminum hand brake
Tunes:
Alpine CDA9886 Head Unit
Boston Acoustic 6.5 inch splits
Alpine Amp
And below are parts sitting in the garage waiting to be installed that I brought back from the states in September:
Racing Beat Sway Bar - Front
Racing Beat Adjustable Sway Bar End Links
Racing Beat Rear Lower Control Arm Brace
Racing Beat Front Lower Chasis Brace
Planned Engine Modifications:
Vipec Engine Management Unit
Suburu WRX blue series injectors
Oil Breather Box
Silver SP - KAAZ LSD, Enkei Rims, PSS9's and Project Mu Caliper upgrade kit.
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Sorry Jeo, I can't tell you what type of remote oil filter kit it is as it was only the adapter plate and the oil filter mount that were part of it. The plumbing was all custom work done by my mechanic when he installed the oil cooler.
Thanks for the nice comments on the car guys, it is nice to have my feelings for the car reflected in your comments. I love it as well
Thanks for the nice comments on the car guys, it is nice to have my feelings for the car reflected in your comments. I love it as well
Silver SP - KAAZ LSD, Enkei Rims, PSS9's and Project Mu Caliper upgrade kit.
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RobH's SP
I think Rob's current gauge install is more subtle that that!
If you want more subtle put it in an aircon vent of a din gauge holder.
If you want more subtle put it in an aircon vent of a din gauge holder.
If you had access to a car like this, would you take it back right away? Neither would I.
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