Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual

Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual

Author: Rob Hawkins

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2017-03-31

Total Pages: 702

ISBN-13: 178500283X

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Based on real-life experience and written by expert authors, the books in the Maintenance and Upgrades Manual series from Crowood will help owners develop the workshop skills needed for the maintenance and repair of their cars, and give guidance on possibilities for improvements and upgrades to performance. With step-by-step instructions and safety information throughout, this book is a valuable technical resource for owners of Mk1 and Mk2 Mazda MX-5s. Illustrated with over 700 colour photographs the book covers: tools and safety; weekly routine checks and twice-yearly checks, plus preparing for the MOT test; engine maintenance and tuning; gearbox and differential; brake maintenance and upgrades; uprating the suspension bushes and changing the springs and dampers; bodywork and hood maintenance and finally, what else can you do with an MX-5? Will be of interest to all amateur and professional motor mechanics and is superbly illustrated with over 700 colour photographs.


Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual

Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual

Author: Rob Hawkins

Publisher: Crowood Press UK

Published: 2017-07-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781785002823

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This Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual will help owners develop the workshop skills needed for the maintenance and repair of their cars, and give guidance on possibilities for improvements and upgrades to performance. With step-by-step instructions and safety information throughout, this book is a valuable technical resource for owners of Mk1 and Mk2 Mazda MX-5s. Illustrated with over 700 color photographs the book covers: -Tools and safety -Weekly routine checks and twice-yearly checks -Preparing for the MOT test -Engine maintenance and tuning -Gearbox and differential -Brake maintenance and upgrades -Uprating the suspension bushes and changing the springs and dampers -Bodywork and hood maintenance


How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5

How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5

Author: Keith Tanner

Publisher: Motorbooks

Published: 2010-12-02

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1610609700

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The Mazda Miata is one of the most popular sports cars on the road today. In production for more than 20 years, the Miata’s popularity has grown, and the number of aftermarket components available to the Miata enthusiast has grown, too. This immense selection of parts has made it difficult for many would-be modifiers to choose the proper combination that will help them reach the goals they have set for their two-seaters. Author and Miata expert Keith Tanner has been modifying, repairing, building, and racing Miatas for years, and he will guide you through how to best modify your car to suit your needs, starting with an explanation on how everything works and how the various parts will interact. You'll not only learn what upgrades will help you reach your goals, but also how to adjust or modify what you have to make your car work at its best. From autocross to cross-country touring, the Miata can do it all. Keith Tanner tells you how to make it happen!


Mazda MX-5 Miata 1990 Thru 2009

Mazda MX-5 Miata 1990 Thru 2009

Author: John H Haynes

Publisher: Haynes Manuals N. America, Incorporated

Published: 2010-09-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781563928512

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Haynes manuals are written specifically for the do-it-yourselfer, yet are complete enough to be used by professional mechanics. Since 1960 Haynes has produced manuals written from hands-on experience based on a vehicle teardown with hundreds of photos and illustrations, making Haynes the world leader in automotive repair information.


Mazda MX-5 Miata

Mazda MX-5 Miata

Author: Keith Tanner

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 9781616730581

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With its arrival in the United States in 1990, the Mazda Miata inspired the return of the open roadster. Though other makes and models followed, the Miata remains the convertible sports car of choice for budget-conscious enthusiasts, as popular in autocross and amateur racing circles as it is among pleasure drivers. This book shows readers how to make the most of any Miata: what to look for in a used model and how to perform common maintenance and repairs, as well as over 15 projects to improve performance and appearance. Focusing on the engine, wheels and tires, suspension, body kits, interior, and more, the projects include full details on required parts, cost, time, tools, and skill necessary for completion. With easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations, this handy guide is a virtual road map for taking the Miata the full distance.


How to Restore Mazda MX-5/Miata Mk1 & 2

How to Restore Mazda MX-5/Miata Mk1 & 2

Author: Oliver Wild

Publisher: Veloce Publishing

Published: 2019-07-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781787113046

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An easy to follow guide to restoring a classic Mazda MX-5/Miata - the world's favourite small sports car. This book takes you step-by-step through choosing a project car, looking the car over, planning the restoration, and buying parts and tools to perform the work. The comprehensive text is fully supported by high-resolution photographs, guiding you through stripping the car down, cutting out and repairing rust, restoration of interiors, replacing the hood, refurbishing the underside of the car including the floor pan, suspension, brakes, undersealing, reassembly, replacing the cam belt and waterpump, replacing engine seals and gaskets to cure common leaks. It also provides a guide to handy upgrades as you go along. Whether you are looking to restore to original condition or build an out-and-out track weapon, the techniques described in this book will assist you in getting the right base to start with. The book is based on an actual restoration of a vehicle carried out by the author, with before and after shots.


Mazda Miata Performance Handbook

Mazda Miata Performance Handbook

Author: Norman Garrett

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9781610590716

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Without a doubt, your Miata is a special car. By reading Mazda Miata Performance Handbook you can learn how to make it a GREAT car! This is the first hands-on guide to modifying and performance tuning your Mazda MX-5 for street or track. Garrett runs through your Miata component by component, offering keen advice on increasing performance and reliability. Covers aftermarket parts, and includes MX-3 six and Ford 5.0 V-8 engine swaps.


Mazda MX-5 Renovation Manual

Mazda MX-5 Renovation Manual

Author: Paul Hardiman

Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK

Published: 2011-04-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780857330062

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Arguably the Mazda MX-5 was single-handedly responsible for the revival of the sports car market, sparking off a new era of convertible fun, and examples of this popular roadster are now plentiful and affordable on the second-hand market. This practical guide provides expert advice on how to breath new life into a used and perhaps tired example of this modern-day classic. From preventative maintenance, to the renewal of worn components and details of known problems and how to fix them, the clearly written, comprehensively illustrated text provides all the information required to enjoy an MX-5 on a budget.