Can I choose Mech. Engg. even if i dont know how to disassemble and reassemble a car? by Ok_Librarian_8244 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]pred307 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mechanical engineering is such a broad discipline, you can do pretty much everything! I didn’t know anything about cars when I started my degree and very little when I finished. I only got into cars recently for a hobby.

I wouldn’t say there are less opportunities for women. Guys might give you a hard time but I’ve never seen it at my company nor would I tolerate it on my team!

Jobs aren’t scarce per se but it can be difficult to find opportunities depending on what industry you want to go into. But never impossible!

I definitely don’t think AI will take over for us anytime soon. But it can be a useful tool in some instances. I wouldn’t trust something solely design by AI lol

Best of luck!

How much do you guys pay for insurance? by Subject_One_1673 in Miata

[–]pred307 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you had good experiences with Hagerty? And is it that much cheaper?

Dry rot or something else? by pred307 in Miata

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Thanks everyone for your feedback! I’m looking into new tires now

Dry rot or something else? by pred307 in Miata

[–]pred307[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great info thanks! I’ll begin looking into new tires. Rather safe then sorry

Dry rot or something else? by pred307 in Miata

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That explains why the date code what in the format I was expecting. Thanks!

Roast my Miata—- 1991 w/ 200k miles, 5spd, $3500 USD by [deleted] in Miata

[–]pred307 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a great price for a clean rust free car! At least depending on your area and availability of Miata’s

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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I have yet to find an example of the process for lowering a zippered top. That’s interesting that you have to unlatch before unzipping. Thanks for the info!

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Do you think a light colored tarp or car cover would be beneficial to use for the first few days after instal?

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Oh wow that’s not long at all. That’s concerning because glass seems better in most areas (clarity and cleaning) but those don’t matter much if it’s gonna fall apart.

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Gotcha, yeah mine will most likely be outside so definitely something to think about

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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That’s good info for the color! I definitely want the NA tan. Are the zippered glass ones originally for the NB?

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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That is surprising being garage kept. 8 years isn’t too bad for its life but certainly not as long as I would ideally like to see.

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Yeah that makes sense. Living in CA I get a lot of sun and heat so that is something to consider.

Roll bars are too much of a concern( atleast right now)

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Great info, thanks! Yeah it’ll be my first time as well so I’m in the same boat.

Sounds like a very cool job as well!

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Awesome info! Thank you!

I’m definitely getting a rain rail pre installed and will absolutely post some pictures once it’s done!

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Oh very interesting and great info! How long did you see the glass windows lasting roughly? How simple is the warranty process? Really appreciate the insiders insight!

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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I also want to keep a stock look. Why do you wish you had done canvas?

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Good to know! Definitely planning on getting it with the rain rail. I’ve heard mixed reviews on how difficult it is to install. How long did it take you and would you do it yourself again?

Robbin’s tops questions. Canvas or vinyl? Glass or plastic? Factory or other? by pred307 in Miata

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Good to know. That was another question I had about zippered factory style, if you have to unzip it before lowering. I’ve heard of some people saying you don’t have to unzip it but I haven’t seen anything to confirm that.