The 5 BEST mods for the NC Miata!

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 15 січ 2025

КОМЕНТАРІ • 85

  • @MannyMX5
    @MannyMX5 7 місяців тому +32

    My top five mods would be:
    1: Sway Bars (front and rear)
    - these are the absolutely best bang for buck mod, hands down
    2: Lightweight Flywheel
    - quick shifts, better acceleration
    3: Cold Air Intake
    - Intake noises make me smile
    4: 17x8 rims
    - for better look and wider tires
    5: Upper Front Strut Bar
    - quicker load transfer in the front and more road feel

  • @xnova3331
    @xnova3331 7 місяців тому +12

    I rarely comment, but you're the reason im picking up my own NC GT LE from '06 this wednesday, so incredibly excited to have that be my new daily! Bright red too LOL

    • @ZoidPickle
      @ZoidPickle 7 місяців тому

      Nice1 dude, welcome. 👍

    • @MannyMX5
      @MannyMX5 7 місяців тому

      ONE OF US

  • @MiataChannel
    @MiataChannel 7 місяців тому +8

    My best NC mods top five...
    1.) Coilovers - ZetaCRDs
    2.) Wheels - Flyin Miata Kogeki 17x8
    3.) Adjustable Intermittent Wipers (I live in Seattle, we need this here) - great cheap mod!
    4.) Android Auto head / Bosectomy
    5.) Exhaust

  • @JeffSelf
    @JeffSelf 5 місяців тому

    Love your channel! I had a ‘92 Miata that I bought in 1997. Changed out the shocks, springs, tires, wheels, and brakes. I was planning to paint it and start tackling engine mods when I sold it in 2003 because my wife and I had twins.
    Now they are getting close to graduating from college and I’m tired of driving my Jeep for the last 12 years. So I’m looking at Miata’s again. And I think the NC’s are my favorite. I hope I don’t have to wait too long to enjoy Miata’s again!

  • @lordflyquad4721
    @lordflyquad4721 7 місяців тому +22

    My absolute #1 NC "mod" is keeping my drain tubes clean ...otherwise it fills up with water. Best "real" mod was full suspension, wheels, tires... Progress springs, koni sports, RoadsterSport sways and links, rpf1s, Continental high performance all seasons (New Jersey), and EXTREMELY IMPORTANT, a good performance alignment. NC transformed.

    • @button-jeff
      @button-jeff 6 місяців тому

      Yep. Suspension stuff first. The rest of the car is so good, it's just personal preference choices after that. I have almost the exact set up as you including the Continental tires. Absolutely love driving my little go cart.

    • @MrElementex
      @MrElementex 2 місяці тому

      Picking up an NC tomorrow in Denver, driving it home to Utah. This is almost the EXACT plan for my first mods to thr car. After that will add the BBR 225 kit and turn the streets into my personal race track haha

    • @josephfacey2596
      @josephfacey2596 2 місяці тому

      All seasons is a bad mod. Performance summer tire is the way to go. Get a grip.

  • @youmongrel
    @youmongrel 7 місяців тому +6

    Ha didn’t expect my failing coolant tank to get mentioned the same day as the cruise, efficient production time! For those wondering it’s the HKAUTOPART NC aluminum tank from Amazon but has “AlloyWorks” logo on it, had okay reviews but yeah since we confirmed beyond a doubt today that coolant was spitting out around the viewport (thankfully never all of it) I pulled a hose out of the way and found that it’s “user serviceable,” as in I was able to CRANK it down tight with a 21 mm. Now I’m going to wash up the bay and observe!

    • @Krasniye
      @Krasniye 7 місяців тому

      I guess this is why everyone says get a quality one or an oem one? No shade at all because it's a ton of money for a metal box and considered one of those as well.

    • @youmongrel
      @youmongrel 7 місяців тому

      @@Krasniyeyeah no doubt considering this was 1/3 the cost of a Moroso and looked well put together, was totally worth trying it. Hopefully tightening it down will be a permanent fix.

    • @Krasniye
      @Krasniye 7 місяців тому +1

      @@youmongrel hope so! The cost of a moroso is brutal and I'm still crying about it lol. Maybe if all else fails you could take it to a machine shop and have them weld over it.

    • @youmongrel
      @youmongrel 7 місяців тому +1

      @@Krasniye great news, I just drove it like hell and opened the hood as soon as I pulled in - no more leak! But the fact still holds Jordan, it is an unnecessary point of failure. Nice to be able to see the fluid though.

  • @FireManiac58
    @FireManiac58 7 місяців тому +3

    My favourite mods so far have been
    1. FM Springs and Koni Shocks
    -They're still so comfy to drive on but feel amazing in twisting corners
    2. RX7 wheels
    -They just suit the car so well and make it look like a stumpy RX7
    3. RX8 Swaybars front red and rear yellow
    -Just lets you throw the car around corners
    4. Custom armrest
    -I made an armrest out of black vinyl, memory foam from a bathmat and some wood that slows into the cupholder. It looks factory and feels amazing
    5. Backbox and resonator delete
    -Can't remember what brand of backbox but it sounds so good with the roof down

  • @wheelerlight8541
    @wheelerlight8541 7 місяців тому +1

    Awesome to see you driving up Blue Sky! My first experience driving an NC was via Turo in Colorado and I did that drive. Beautiful stuff.

  • @philipthomas2570
    @philipthomas2570 2 місяці тому

    I've just got an IL Motorsport rear box which is about to be fitted and have ordered Moroso Expansion tank from Flying Miata after watching this video and doing the research 😀 Will take a while to arrive as i live in the United Kingdom. Keep the videos coming 👌😎 1:45

  • @gergmac
    @gergmac 7 місяців тому +4

    Good , informative video thanks. I have a NC2 PRHT, Bilsteins, LSD, drive year round snows on daily driver. I have replaced the coolant tank with a Moroso, keep my eye on the glass gauge which is useless anyway, I have changed the wiper stalk (thanks) and replaced the horn with an air horn (much better) one you didn't mention. I'm waiting for the roof controller to become available again but that's next. I'd like to see a video on maintaining the PRHT and a video on driving skills, specifically in the Miata , heel toe cornering etc. Thanks again loved the drive and the discipline of the other drivers, good spacing no hot heads. Greg

  • @Krasniye
    @Krasniye 7 місяців тому +10

    Would love to see a "best xyz mods" cheap mods under $100, $200. Best interior mods. Best easy mods.
    I think since there's a much larger NA/NB community you should stick with NC specific stuff.

  • @bricksbeersbeards9368
    @bricksbeersbeards9368 6 місяців тому

    just bought a new '23 GT in soul red (great deal), and just discovered your channel - and live in CO - thanks, Man!

  • @rcmakingtracks18
    @rcmakingtracks18 7 місяців тому +1

    Only had my 2011 nc 2lt manual for a few months, but aluminium coolant tank was first, Michelin pilot 5 tyres were second with a wheel alignment. 20mm wheel spacers all round 3rd. Stubby aerial, 4th and a silver go faster stripe was 5th. Um, what next, so many choices... brilliant video. John

  • @Krasniye
    @Krasniye 7 місяців тому +10

    I've only been an NC owner for about a month and a half. 2006 NC Touring (so not the coolest or most desirable but all NCs are awesome!)
    So far what I've done:
    1. Stock head unit Aux mod + Bluetooth module. Was very cheap and works great! Better Bluetooth quality than cheap head units I've had in the past! And was only $30 or so and keeps the aesthetic.
    Stubby Antenna self explanatory
    Cheap led interior light kit, cheap and makes things a lot nicer for the trunk and cabin in the dark
    Moroso coolant expansion tank. The price hurt a lot but the peace of mind is worth it.
    Something I think would be a good video is about soft tops. Mine like many I'm sure has developed some small holes. I'm in a FB NC group full of crotchey old dudes who go "replace it it's dead!" or even worse "only drive on nice days!" which is super super lame.
    I'm sure there's been a lot of creative fixes from soft top repair kits to flex tape to sewing. It would be very interesting to see what people have come up with, what works, what doesn't work, and how long it works.
    Keep the videos up!

  • @Biggspeed
    @Biggspeed 7 місяців тому +1

    Coolant tank for sure, which I did first, it’s cheap insurance. Koni coilovers, wheels and tires are ordered, waiting on shipping. Radio is next. Definitely agree and can’t wait to get mine done.

  • @dantheman1986
    @dantheman1986 4 місяці тому

    Hi - GREAT video! The drive with all those Miatas looks really fun. I know you're in Colorado, but when and where is this event? I would love to drive there and join ya next time! Let me know, please. Take care!

  • @CrystalHill-w2g
    @CrystalHill-w2g 25 днів тому

    Hi I just bought a 2012 miata with the hard top and was wondering if you have done a video on manually putting up a hard top if it stops working Thanks

  • @FlesHBoX
    @FlesHBoX 7 місяців тому +1

    I started with the coolant expansion tank (I went with moroso because I didn't know davefab existed. Kinda wish I had though because now I want to pull it back out and have it powder or cerakoted black)
    Then I swapped in a Kenwood Excelon Reference head unit (speakers, amps, subs, etc... later)
    Then I installed the stubby antenna. So I only have a top 3, lol.
    My next mod though is going to be the FM turbo kit though, and after that suspension. I want to do tires/wheels, but I'm still trying to decide which wheels to go with out of the tiny list of options we have, plus mine is a Club, and those stock wheels are pretty nice. I did put some 215/45/17s on, but that was only because it's what the local shop had in stock when I had to replace them, and they're not like, amazing or anything, pretty standard fare all weathers.

  • @barrycomer3688
    @barrycomer3688 7 місяців тому +1

    If going with yellow Komi shocks get them from Goodwin Racing. They have two matching sets of springs depending on the year of your car. For the record you mention sway bars - they are actually anti-sway bars.

  • @zeksel1
    @zeksel1 7 місяців тому +1

    Great vid as always.. what are the best bolt on mods?

  • @jopo8281
    @jopo8281 7 місяців тому

    Looks like fun the convoy.

  • @Kiddingmez32
    @Kiddingmez32 7 місяців тому +3

    My top five:
    1. Xida touring coil overs
    2. Wilwood 12.88” F+R brakes
    3. Rays ZE40 Spec Miata 17x8+48 with 235x40 tires
    4. Atoto S8 MS radio
    5. FM NC turbo kit(soon hopefully)

    • @Anthonysinterlude
      @Anthonysinterlude Місяць тому

      i just got the same atoto radio from a giveaway (lol) , is installation easy? ive never done anything to this degree and was wondering on how installation and the sound quality is and/or any tips with the system in general

  • @dff19707
    @dff19707 7 місяців тому +3

    My subjective NC mod list would be (in no particular order):
    (1) Suspension (Progress springs, Koni Sport shocks, and Flyin’ Miata sway bars)
    (2) Double-din head unit to add in-dash navigation
    (3) Mazda 6 wiper stalk for variable intermittent wipers
    (4) Cipher steering wheel with upgrade to factory steering wheel controls (I have a Sport model, which lacked cruise control)
    (5) Yes, the coolant expansion tank (in my case, a Moroso tank)

    • @youmongrel
      @youmongrel 7 місяців тому

      The Cipher wheel is amazing BUT when I did mine the grooves that align to the steering column were not a perfect match to factory, even after three tries of removing and moving to the next available tooth. Had to get an alignment for it to be perfectly straight so prepare for that and don’t kill yourself trying to remedy in the garage.

    • @MiataChannel
      @MiataChannel 7 місяців тому

      @@youmongrel I had the same experience, but all you have to do to correct it is adjust your tie rods a little bit. Mine is perfectly centered now.

  • @SuperScottydog69
    @SuperScottydog69 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm looking to upgrade my NC1, where did you get the white instrument dials? many thanks

    • @FlywheelFilms
      @FlywheelFilms  7 місяців тому

      Revlimiter, check out my video on installing and buying them!

    • @SuperScottydog69
      @SuperScottydog69 7 місяців тому

      @@FlywheelFilms Many thanks from Lancashire UK!!

  • @SkyyMi
    @SkyyMi 7 місяців тому

    Looking forward to this one.

  • @mick0846
    @mick0846 3 місяці тому +2

    I'm gonna get a lot of hate, but apart from tyres and maybe a bit more power, I prefer them standard. That's wht we love the miata in the first place? You could do all these mods to most cars and they would become sports cars

  • @erichenley1686
    @erichenley1686 2 місяці тому

    What kind of tune did you get?

  • @lwv52
    @lwv52 7 місяців тому +1

    How much MM did u drop from the stock ride height?

  • @EchoSigma6
    @EchoSigma6 6 місяців тому

    Lowering and installing a flush wheel and tire package probably resolves most of the original factory appearance deficiencies. The change is dramatic. Yes, put in a 7” double DIN. I followed FF and put in the same 10” sub woofer behind the driver’s seat as well. It sure makes it fun feeling your music. As for the exhaust that’s a mixed bag. The axel back is never as loud as you expect it to be on wide open throttle and the highway drone is louder and annoying than you would expect. I would keep the engine stock, the build quality and reliability is amazing, I almost at 190k. No leaks or oil consumption.

  • @nottherealaaron
    @nottherealaaron 7 місяців тому +1

    It’s hard for me to overlook upgrading the shift knob. I swapped for an ND shift knob almost immediately as the NC shift knob was lacking in quality.

  • @button-jeff
    @button-jeff 6 місяців тому

    My top 5 (in no particular order)
    1. Coolant expansion tank, just buy a quality aluminum one and be done with it.
    2. Koni sport shocks, lowering springs, front and rear sway bars. (I know this is technically more than 1 thing, but I count it all as one)
    3. Continental DSW tires
    4. MX5 Things roof controller. Should be mandatory for all PRHT owners
    5. Foglights as DRL modification. If someone hits you because they don't see you, you're not going to be able to enjoy your Miata very well.
    6. I also did the head unit as well as the Clearwater speakers, so a half Bosectomy.

  • @bpacheco6
    @bpacheco6 3 місяці тому

    got rid of my 2012 mustang v6 8 years ago for a family car 2014 grand cherokee....finally time to get my summer car.,..here in canada this is the best time to buy them. I pick up my 2011 GT in "sparkling black mica" on wednesday...on the lift its mint, zero rust, seats are brand new, the car is MINT...so pumped. I am storing it in my garage over the winter...will store as soon as salt hits the road
    I plan to install a head unit over the winter, and I am looking for side skirts/trim/chin spoiler..any suggestions?
    and wheels.....what is best? you said 8" but what about offset? I am looking for a black wheel with machined lip, any suggestions throw it my way!
    great video cant wait to drive mine even with the weather getting colder!

  • @RJC-_
    @RJC-_ 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi. Im looking to get lowering springs for my NC. Would anyone recommend the 30mm or 35mm ?

  • @rosepresta
    @rosepresta Місяць тому

    You asked for video ideas - a video on super charged and turbo charged 2.5 liter builds. Best fit, best tuned…

  • @ekw555
    @ekw555 7 місяців тому +1

    2014 PHRT, purchased used in 2021.
    replaced Bose HU, but not super happy w/ the one I have. I don't do any phone stuff, I just want something that plays nice w/ thumbdrive loaded music like my old Alpine iDA-X305 (I think).
    easy to read & navigate.
    it's hard to find something geared to MP3. everything is phone & Nav.
    let's see, replaced expansion tank & power steering tank (w/ Moroso)
    replaced e-brake handle & button and lowered the seats (Jass Performance)
    smart top
    these next are purchased, but awaiting install
    Ohlins Road & Track DFV coilovers
    RoadsterSport Front Shock Tower 'X' Brace
    RoadsterSport NC Sway Bar Combo
    RoadsterSport NC brace set
    shopping for wheels & tires.
    Not sure what the biggest tire is that will fit on a 17x8 or 16x8 and not have issues w/ fenders or anything else.
    then will probably look at exhaust.

  • @jamesiverson209
    @jamesiverson209 25 днів тому

    So, have you dealt with the Colorado emission testing with your exhaust? Colorado technically requires a CARB-compliant system; have you been through that routine yet?

  • @MrMiffy101
    @MrMiffy101 2 місяці тому

    Got to say, smart top best mod for me. One of the earliest I fitted and just makes opening / closing the roof more convenient…

  • @BeauKnowsMultifamily
    @BeauKnowsMultifamily 7 місяців тому +2

    Top 5 track mods

  • @robertburnes2285
    @robertburnes2285 7 місяців тому +2

    Please tell the community how you swapped the horn button.

  • @treeskier802
    @treeskier802 5 місяців тому

    I’m surprised more people don’t mention having the car tuned. I’d think giving the car more power with a tune would be cool on this car. Any particular tune you’d suggest? I plan to buy a NC PRHT pretty soon.

  • @pete67aus
    @pete67aus 7 місяців тому

    2007 PRHT 2.0l 6MT Australian spec
    Coolant Expansion tank - check (OEM)
    Suspension - check (MeisterR ZetaCRD and Whiteline sway bars)
    Headunit - check (Pioneer DMH-Z5350BT with reversing camera)
    Wheels/tyres - check (Enkei RPF1 17x8 with 215/45R17 Michelin Pilot Sport 5)
    Exhaust - partiall. Currently have stock headers and mid pipe with GWR Roadstersport SuperQ with the baffles removed. As of Monday, a GWR de-cat (allegedly) header will be installed also. And here I have a question for you Jordan, are you running the removable baffles in the SuperQ with your setup?

  • @horseydestroyer9466
    @horseydestroyer9466 3 місяці тому

    Does your car still pass colorado emissions?

  • @Soliditude
    @Soliditude 7 місяців тому

    Are you still rocking the Cobalt short shifter?

    • @FlywheelFilms
      @FlywheelFilms  7 місяців тому

      I’m actually not! I still think it’s cool but I wanted to go back to stock to see how I liked it. I wish something existed right in between.

  • @JimmyBarFRA
    @JimmyBarFRA 6 місяців тому

    Next modification for my miata NC 06 sway bar and wheels, about that you speak about 17x8 but you keep original tire size? 205/45R17 or upgrade to 235/40R17 like mx5 cup?

    • @FlywheelFilms
      @FlywheelFilms  6 місяців тому

      I actually went 225/45r17 for 17x8 and no regrets. Seems to be a great tire size. Michelin PS4S right now, possibly trying Indy Firehawk 500 next.

  • @Driving997
    @Driving997 7 місяців тому +2

    Perhaps discussing upholstery options on car seats. I have a club with cloth seats and I am exploring the different options.

  • @davidrice6075
    @davidrice6075 5 місяців тому

    I moved the cockpit trunk release to the dashboard below the steering wheel. the gas cover release location is absolutely stupid.

  • @jeffelliott689
    @jeffelliott689 7 місяців тому

    Went on Etsey for the horn button mod but without knowing the seller it's impossible to find. Do you know the seller? Really want it for my ND an have asked about it numerous times with no responce. Help!

    • @FlywheelFilms
      @FlywheelFilms  7 місяців тому

      Thanks to your comment(s) and many others, I finally made a video on this! Posted just now, including link.

  • @Nick-gg6tg
    @Nick-gg6tg 4 місяці тому

    MPS4S are so good.

  • @cobie111
    @cobie111 2 місяці тому

    Gonna do a horn?

  • @bl3epbl0op
    @bl3epbl0op 7 місяців тому

    Is that the mkbhd hoodie?

  • @nolahahnshouse3389
    @nolahahnshouse3389 4 місяці тому

    I’m currently selling my 97 NA Miata to hopefully purchase a 2013 in NC Miata that I hope to install a BBR kit on in the distant future only because I’ll be starting to k-swap my 2013 manual Honda cr-z that I purchased a couple months ago.

  • @ryman65
    @ryman65 7 місяців тому

    Hey, what air intake does Ghosty have?

    • @FlywheelFilms
      @FlywheelFilms  7 місяців тому

      It's a K&N "hot air intake" but not sure I'd recommend it. It hasn't caused any issues but also didn't make any noticeable improvement.

    • @raya3208
      @raya3208 5 місяців тому

      @@FlywheelFilms which air intake would you go for if buying again? Thanks!

  • @lewise6450
    @lewise6450 7 місяців тому

    Anyone have experience with the MeisterR Sportives? Thinking of saving some money and going with them over the Zeta CRDs.. Its my daily so don't want to ruin my commute xd

    • @MannyMX5
      @MannyMX5 7 місяців тому +1

      I’ve had the sportives on for about 3 years, and regret not going with the Zeta’s the whole 3 years. It’s worth the extra. Especially if you ever plan on doing any suspension tuning for that perfect canyon carver

    • @lewise6450
      @lewise6450 7 місяців тому +1

      @@MannyMX5 thanks for the response dude

  • @Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya
    @Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya 4 місяці тому

    1. Paint wheels red 2. MX5 stickers 3. Fake fire extinguisher 4. Fake trackday stickers 5. Colour match coolant cap

  • @tommc3622
    @tommc3622 5 місяців тому

    Header.
    The stock manifold is so crushed at the collector it's shocking.
    A good header just wakes the car up.

  • @Bonsai-Miata2020
    @Bonsai-Miata2020 7 місяців тому +1

    What not eliminate names so no one is offended? Lol

  • @jayjake
    @jayjake 4 місяці тому

    the best NA mod: V8

  • @craigtomanek4417
    @craigtomanek4417 6 місяців тому

    does NC mean non competitive ?

  • @jevaughnbrodie
    @jevaughnbrodie 5 місяців тому

    My top 5 Mods:
    1. Radiator
    2. Coilovers
    3. Tires
    4. Brakes
    5. Headers

  • @philb1424
    @philb1424 29 днів тому

    Good information, but you talk too much…

  • @vroom6591
    @vroom6591 7 місяців тому +1

    I definitely recommend Goodyear Eagle F1 asysometric 6

    • @JimmyBarFRA
      @JimmyBarFRA 6 місяців тому

      Which size 205 or 235?

  • @Jlkken
    @Jlkken 4 місяці тому

    honestly love this video, I am looking at grabbing a miata, but I don't fancy getting a NA due to rust(UK) and NB is nice but I want popups :(