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

Author: Oliver Wild
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787113046
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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 MX-5 Miata (Mk1 1989-97 & Mk2 98-2001)

Author: Carla Crook
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118371
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 167

Book Description
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a marque expert by your side. Benefit from the authors years of real ownership experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a true professional. Get the right car at the right price!

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

Author: Keith Tanner
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 1610609700
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
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!

Miata

Author: Jack K. Yamaguchi
Publisher: Books Nippan
ISBN: 9781569705377
Category : Mazda automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 120

Book Description
A must-have collector's item for all Miata fans as well as sports car enthusiasts! Published to celebrate the brand new release of Japan's beloved affordable light-weight sports car, this book presents the MX-5 in full detail describing its anatomy with diagrams and sketches, the story behind its development, new improvements, interesting anecdotes, and finally compares it with other rival sports cars such as the BMW Z3, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Porsche Boxter, and more.

Mazda MX-5 Miata

Author: BRYANT, THOMAS L
Publisher: Motorbooks International
ISBN: 0760346437
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
"An illustrated history of the development and introduction of the Mazda's MX-5 Miata, including the second- and third-generation cars up to the current day"--

The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata

Author: Brian Long
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787111936
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Researched and written in Japan with the full co-operation of the factory, The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata is the definitive story of the second generation of Mazda's MX-5 - the car that re-invented the affordable lightweight roadster, a species that was thought to be extinct as the 1990s drew near. Successful immediately, the MX-5 (also known as the Miata, or Roadster) spawned many imitators, but remains the world's biggest selling sports car. The series has now been in production for almost 30 years, with new generations following the concept of the original, much to the delight of fans all over the world.

Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects

Author: Keith Tanner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610590709
Category : Miata automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 116

Book Description

Mazda MX-5 Miata

Author: Keith Tanner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616730581
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
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.

Mazda Miata Performance Handbook

Author: Norman Garrett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610590716
Category : Mazda automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
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.

The Book of the Mazda MX-5 Miata

Author: BRIAN. LONG
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781787112186
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
The definitive history of the third generation Mazda MX-5, which was also known as the Miata or the Roadster covers all model types in all major markets, and uses contemporary photography gathered from around the world to guide owners and enthusiasts through a minefield of variations.