We can add it to the list! For the most part (with a few small caveats), almost all the NA/NB transmissions are practically interchangeable. The NB's have a different starter, different clutch/flywheels, and some transmissions use different sensors, but they almost all bolt straight up. If you need more info, please feel free to contact our customer support department directly. One of our CSR team would be more than happy to give you more specific info on swapping the 6-speed into earlier cars. Give them a call at 970-464-5600 M-F 8-5 Mountain time, or drop them an email at support@flyinmiata.com. Thanks!
Regarding flushing the brake fluid every year- if your old fluid isn’t discolored and is the same color as the new fluid, how do you know when you have all the old fluid flushed out of each line? Is there a dye that can be put in the old fluid in the reservoir that would indicate when you have got all the old fluid out? Or do you just guesstimate how much fluid each line should hold, and measure how much fluid you’ve bled out? Does Mazda give a brake fluid system capacity?
Good question! You could use dye but a qt will pretty much do the complete system. We'll just go around the car a couple of times bleeding each caliper and call it good once the bottle is empty.
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first.
I noticed my na8 Miata has a small relief hole in the clutch fluid reservoir cap. Is this normal? Seems like a bad idea with how hydroscopic brake fluid is. Should I plug it with some rtv or epoxy? Thanks for the awesome videos! So informative!
@@FlyinMiataVideo oh ok, I figured it had a purpose but I’ve noticed my clutch fluid gets stale much faster than my brake fluid. I figured it was from that reservoir being more open to the atmosphere. Thank you for answering!
Unrelated to brakes but I have an nb1 Miata and noticed you do not sell led headlights for them. I’ve seen mixed opinions on forums as to wether led bulbs work good in the nb1 reflector housings. Do you guys have any experience with led’s in them or should I stick to regular bulbs?
If you have time, drop our customer service department a message directly. We've experimented with a lot of the LED options on the market, and we also have a lot of new lighting options in the pipeline, so a solution might be on the way. Give them a call at 970-464-5600 M-F 8-5 Mountain Time or drop them an email at support@flyinmiata.com. Thanks!
What about mixing Brake fluids? Just because I have a 1 month old bottle of castrol srf racing fluid and another half a bottle of motul that is not old as well. Also, I don't remember what fluid I last used as well.
I just got my 1999 NB1 Miata. I am trying to change out the brake/clutch fluid myself. I have a silly question for you: Do I have to wait for the car to cool down before I change the fuid? Or I am ok to change the fuid right after I took the car for errand ? Thanks for sharing these helpful videos! I have learnt from you guys !
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first. As for NAPA vs Supertech DOT4...that's a good portion of the content of the video. Look at the temperature ratings. NAPA DOT4 meets the same minimum standards as Supertech so it's got the same rating, but the Supertech goes well beyond those standards.
Very interesting. I'm embarrassed to say I've never fully changed the fluid in my NB1. But will soon. Would you recommend a video or other instruction on the gravity bleed? I've only ever done the "friend pumping the pedal" method. Thanks
A gravity bleed is really easy. Open the bleeder and let it drool. You’ll see bubbles coming out. Then close the bleeder. Since you’re not touching the pedal, gravity keeps the fluid moving out so you don’t get any air coming in. You can do all four corners at once if you want, just make sure you keep fluid in the reservoir. It is slower than the pump and hold method if you’re moving a lot of fluid.
Hey there Keith, another good video for us home garage mechanics - thanks! What is your suggestion for disposing of brake fluid, either new or used? I've read about the 'kitty litter' method which sounds reasonable and convenient. My local Metro recommends "use it up or give it away" - interesting, I guess they mean make it the next guy's problem. Anyway, worst case, taking to a municipal hazmat facility, but not very convenient. What method do you use?
Good question! Most places that take used motor oil, such as Autozone, will often take brake fluid. I have my doubts about the kitty litter method but it’s certainly better than pouring it down the drain. Most repair shops should also have a way to dispose of old fluid, it may be worth asking if you can add your little quart of fluid to their big drum. At Flyin’ Miata, we have various recyclers that come by to pick up our waste products from metal to brake fluid to coolant to oil.
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first.
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Thanks as always, Keith.
Hello! Love the videos! Im looking to buy a na miata soon and these videos are super helpful!
What are the chances you guys make a video about transmissions and give a few details about swapping 6speed gearboxes into older miatas?
Love the videos btw
We can add it to the list! For the most part (with a few small caveats), almost all the NA/NB transmissions are practically interchangeable. The NB's have a different starter, different clutch/flywheels, and some transmissions use different sensors, but they almost all bolt straight up. If you need more info, please feel free to contact our customer support department directly. One of our CSR team would be more than happy to give you more specific info on swapping the 6-speed into earlier cars.
Give them a call at 970-464-5600 M-F 8-5 Mountain time, or drop them an email at support@flyinmiata.com. Thanks!
Yes, I would like to see a video on transmission swaps and rear diff swaps
Regarding flushing the brake fluid every year- if your old fluid isn’t discolored and is the same color as the new fluid, how do you know when you have all the old fluid flushed out of each line? Is there a dye that can be put in the old fluid in the reservoir that would indicate when you have got all the old fluid out? Or do you just guesstimate how much fluid each line should hold, and measure how much fluid you’ve bled out? Does Mazda give a brake fluid system capacity?
Good question! You could use dye but a qt will pretty much do the complete system. We'll just go around the car a couple of times bleeding each caliper and call it good once the bottle is empty.
Thanks, Keith!
Brake caliper bleed order for an NC2. The forums are all over the place with recommended order citing the abs.
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first.
I noticed my na8 Miata has a small relief hole in the clutch fluid reservoir cap. Is this normal? Seems like a bad idea with how hydroscopic brake fluid is. Should I plug it with some rtv or epoxy?
Thanks for the awesome videos! So informative!
Do NOT plug up that hole, it's there on purpose to allow equalization of pressure.
@@FlyinMiataVideo oh ok, I figured it had a purpose but I’ve noticed my clutch fluid gets stale much faster than my brake fluid. I figured it was from that reservoir being more open to the atmosphere.
Thank you for answering!
Unrelated to brakes but I have an nb1 Miata and noticed you do not sell led headlights for them. I’ve seen mixed opinions on forums as to wether led bulbs work good in the nb1 reflector housings. Do you guys have any experience with led’s in them or should I stick to regular bulbs?
If you have time, drop our customer service department a message directly. We've experimented with a lot of the LED options on the market, and we also have a lot of new lighting options in the pipeline, so a solution might be on the way. Give them a call at 970-464-5600 M-F 8-5 Mountain Time or drop them an email at support@flyinmiata.com. Thanks!
What about mixing Brake fluids? Just because I have a 1 month old bottle of castrol srf racing fluid and another half a bottle of motul that is not old as well. Also, I don't remember what fluid I last used as well.
As long as you don’t mix DOT 5 with anything else, you should be fine.
now what about synthetic brake fluid, what's the difference between that and conventional brake fluid?
I just got my 1999 NB1 Miata. I am trying to change out the brake/clutch fluid myself. I have a silly question for you: Do I have to wait for the car to cool down before I change the fuid? Or I am ok to change the fuid right after I took the car for errand ? Thanks for sharing these helpful videos! I have learnt from you guys !
The brakes, transmission and engine will be hot, so you'll probably want to let it cool down simply for comfort's sake.
what's proper order for bleeding ND2? and does the company that makes the brake fluid matter? so is DOT4 SUPERTECH as effective as DOT4 NAPA
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first.
As for NAPA vs Supertech DOT4...that's a good portion of the content of the video. Look at the temperature ratings. NAPA DOT4 meets the same minimum standards as Supertech so it's got the same rating, but the Supertech goes well beyond those standards.
Very interesting. I'm embarrassed to say I've never fully changed the fluid in my NB1. But will soon.
Would you recommend a video or other instruction on the gravity bleed? I've only ever done the "friend pumping the pedal" method. Thanks
A gravity bleed is really easy. Open the bleeder and let it drool. You’ll see bubbles coming out. Then close the bleeder. Since you’re not touching the pedal, gravity keeps the fluid moving out so you don’t get any air coming in.
You can do all four corners at once if you want, just make sure you keep fluid in the reservoir.
It is slower than the pump and hold method if you’re moving a lot of fluid.
Great, thanks!
If doing a gravity bleed, can you bleed one wheel at a time instead of all at once?
Yes.
Hey there Keith, another good video for us home garage mechanics - thanks!
What is your suggestion for disposing of brake fluid, either new or used? I've read about the 'kitty litter' method which sounds reasonable and convenient. My local Metro recommends "use it up or give it away" - interesting, I guess they mean make it the next guy's problem. Anyway, worst case, taking to a municipal hazmat facility, but not very convenient. What method do you use?
Good question! Most places that take used motor oil, such as Autozone, will often take brake fluid. I have my doubts about the kitty litter method but it’s certainly better than pouring it down the drain. Most repair shops should also have a way to dispose of old fluid, it may be worth asking if you can add your little quart of fluid to their big drum. At Flyin’ Miata, we have various recyclers that come by to pick up our waste products from metal to brake fluid to coolant to oil.
Just save it up till you run out of room or containers then take it to your local hazardous waste disposal.
Can you gravity bleed all four calipers at once?
You can, but you have to keep a close eye on the fluid level in the reservoir.
Please if it is possible show Fill in plug and Drain out plug of Kia Soul 2013 Manual Transmission.
Bleeding order for ND/ND2 Miata?
People put a little too much emphasis on the bleeding order. Mazda doesn't specify one. It's not critical, but we suggest starting from the rear first.
You think you know it...but then flyin miata does a video on it. Lol