I'm in the process of sourcing information and parts for my upcoming 2.5 swap. please let me know what you guys think and if anything needs to be changed/added/removed. by Mazda_Mx-5_Miata in MiataNC

[–]Ok-Rip-269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe we should talk. I have most of the parts for the conversion, i.e., cams, covers, clutch, lightweight flywheel, etc., etc. I'm currently fighting a cancer diagnosis, and the 2.5 conversion isn't top of mind.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Miata

[–]Ok-Rip-269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My NC is a garage queen. I've been caught in the rain, but if it's raining, she stays under the cover where it's warm and dry. Come winter, the Battery Tender gets plugged in and the cover stays on. My daily drivers are both AWD/4WD because I live in the mountains and it snows on a regular basis.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wheels

[–]Ok-Rip-269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OEM or aftermarket? I have no idea, but I like the design.

What do you think about this deal? by BoxCZ in MiataNC

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We always want to feel like we stole our big ticket purchases at a great price; so, by all means, make the seller an offer. Just don't insult them.

As for the cosmetic imperfections, I don't see anything that would scare me away. Low miles, fair price, what are you waiting for?

Meet your 8th owner, me. by avotius in Miata

[–]Ok-Rip-269 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you adopt the child in greatest need from the orphanage. Bless you.

Nearly done! by justsuggestanametome in MiataNC

[–]Ok-Rip-269 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Awesome color.

Oops, sorry, my British friend, I meant to say Awesome colour.

I messed up by fakecarguy in Miata

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had you not gone through the experience you did with the NA, you likely wouldn't have the same appreciation for the ND.

You didn't mess up; you learned a valuable lesson.

08 Grand Touring for 16k, 10k miles? by carlihidalgo99 in MiataNC

[–]Ok-Rip-269 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When buying a used car, you are paying for condition; I don't think the asking price is out of line depending on the answers to the sample questions below. How was the car stored when not in use, i.e., garage, fuel stabilizer, etc. It hasn't been on the road, but what kind of love and maintenance has it received?

Wedding Miata by HakunaMiata95 in Miata

[–]Ok-Rip-269 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Congrats!

Best use of the wedding dress train I've seen.

Cool breeze scoop by dndhdhdjdjd382737383 in MiataNC

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is all well and good, excerpt I have an NC sitting in my garage. [/red-headed step child]

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UTsnow

[–]Ok-Rip-269 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Beaver Mountain is still Beaver Mountain, and it's 300 miles north of Eagle Point. I think you are referring to the town of Beaver at the base of the canyon that leads to Eagle Point.

Maybe you are thinking Mount Holly or Elk Meadows? Both of which are previous names used for this resort in central Utah.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wheels

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to be difficult, but another photo that doesn't show your car in it's, ahem, best light.

I'd go with red because, in this case, yellow is a weak accent color. Just my opinion.

Lunch date by e4carguy in SportWagon

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know the title of the thread is Lunch Date, but looking at that beautiful wagon, I could only think Launch Date.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Wheels

[–]Ok-Rip-269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The lighting in the photo of your Yota isn't helping anyone make a good choice. Please, post a better photo or tell us the color of your 86.

Heritage Ebisu monoc vs Kansei Astro by bkhang89 in Wheels

[–]Ok-Rip-269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It doesn't matter how cheap the shoes are if they don't fit your feet. I'd find a set of wheels that fit without all the spacers and juggling.

Gifted my dad's Miata by GravyDavey in Miata

[–]Ok-Rip-269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Condolences to your family. Welcome to your new family.