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#2204 of 4340 Shop Day Tips by ateixeira Apr 10, 2002 (9:34 am)
Yep - invite friends or other local Miata owners over to help out. Hard jobs become surprisingly easy when you have help, especially experienced help.   Also, work on a Saturday, so you have Sunday to correct any mistakes you made before needing the car for your commute.   Finally, make sure to get all the supplies in advance. I think you need about 4 quarts of gear oil (75w90, BTW) to do the tranny and rear diffy. And it doens't hurt if you have your significant other around to drive you to the shop to get any missing parts/tools.   -juice
#2205 of 4340 working on the car by freddy_k Apr 10, 2002 (9:46 am)
Thanks, I need all the help I can get!   This weekend, as long as it doesn't rain the wole time, I'm going to attack the tranny fluid. So far it seems I can do it with the fluid and a commonly available hand pump. I haven't started looking, but I imagine I should replace any rubber seals involved as well. Will typical automotive supply shops carry these?
#2206 of 4340 by ateixeira Apr 10, 2002 (10:00 am)
Seals? I just removed the two plugs, let it drain, replaced the lower plug, and pumped oil in until it spilled over, then replace the other plug. You can even skip the pump and lower the tube from above, in the engine bay, with a funnel.   I think Miata.net has diagrams. I used Hakuna's photos for guidance. The rear diffy is a lot easier than tranny because it's easier to reach.   -juice   PS The pump is stiff to operate if it's cold out. The oil is thick, and even thicker when it's cold.
#2207 of 4340 Doin' it yourself! by bjrich Apr 10, 2002 (3:03 pm)
Good luck and have fun. If I was physically able I would be doing much of this type of stuff. Just keeping it clean and shiny is about all that I can do. Got a big birthday coming up and can't believe that I am that old. Still loven my Crystal Blue. Do get a bunch of members together, have a Bud for me, and have fun. this is he greatest car in the world, bar none. Bob
#2208 of 4340 by ateixeira Apr 11, 2002 (5:54 am)
Yeah, a 6 pack and a pizza are your most important tools.   -juice
#2209 of 4340 Hole in top by knhill Apr 11, 2002 (6:50 am)
I thought about the speed too. When I lower, I move it back about even with the top of the seats and then just drop it. When I raise, I reach straight back with my right arm and tricep it up, fairly quickly, to the same point.
#2210 of 4340 knhill by lngtonge18 Apr 11, 2002 (7:43 pm)
Speed shouldn't cause problems with holes. My top has 140k on it (its a 92) and only has one small hole on the driver's side b-pillar area. I drop the top in the same way you do. Something must be catching the fabric.   As a side note, I have decided to hold off on replacing the top for another month or two. I'm about to move and won't have a job initially so I need to save up my money. When I do get it done, I will let you all know whether it's as bad as everyone says to do it yourself.
#2211 of 4340 towing by lngtonge18 Apr 11, 2002 (7:49 pm)
When I move, I plan on towing the Miata with a car dolly. Do the front wheels or back wheels need to be off the ground, or does it really matter? I have 4 cars to ferry south 430 miles so I'm trying to lessen the number of trips I need to make.
#2212 of 4340 Ing by maltb Apr 12, 2002 (7:53 am)
The best thing would be towing it with the rear wheels lifted. Check with the place that you rent the dolly from. they should know how to set it up.
#2213 of 4340 Am I insane? by freddy_k Apr 12, 2002 (9:37 am)
The only product I've heard recommended from a number of sources is Redline. I can't find it! I really don't want to order over then internet, it gets very pricy with shipping, duty, tax, exchange etc.. So my questions   Will Redline tranny oil actually help, long or short term? If so, where the heck can I find the stuff?!

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