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#4230 of 4340 Another question by kneisl1 Aug 19, 2006 (3:06 pm)
Same car, same person here. Im changing the brake and clutch fluid. Im wondering where the bleeder bolt for the clutch is. Is it easy to get at and if not, how do you get at it to bleed out the clitch. Incidently there was a layer of grey sludge on the bottom of the clutch fluid resevoir. Replies to this message: kymike (Aug 20, 2006 11:34 am)
#4231 of 4340 Re: Another question [kneisl1] by kymike Aug 20, 2006 (11:34 am)
Replying to: kneisl1 (Aug 19, 2006 3:06 pm) I am not familiar with the '99 models, but the bleeder bolt for the clutch slave cylinder on a 92 is on top of the slave cylinder - passenger side towards the front of the transmission housing. You can trace the clutch fluid line from the reservoir to the slave cylinder. The bleeder bolt should be right there. Sometimes it is easier to see and bleed with the front passenger wheel removed.
#4232 of 4340 bleed by kneisl1 Aug 20, 2006 (1:05 pm)
Yes I followed it over to the passenger side but couldnt trace it farther than that. Rats I just had that wheel off today to bleed the wheel caliper. I should have looked for it.Incidently if while removeing the lug nuts you happen, in spite of all your efforts, to twist one of the wheel studs off, its fairly easy to replace it. Just knock it toward the center of the car with a large ball peen hammer and a punch. Turn up the wheel so the stud will clear the caliper/brake pad carrier. It might even be possible to slip the new one in without removeing the disc and caliper which is what I did.
#4233 of 4340 oil filter by kneisl1 Aug 21, 2006 (6:35 am)
Does anybody know the thread dimentions of the part the oil filter screws to? Is it 18 X 1.5 mm or 20X 1.5mm? Thanks!
#4234 of 4340 Clutch Slave by ateixeira Aug 21, 2006 (11:09 am)
I changed mine so I should have some pics, let me look...   http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=4289876491   You have to register at ImageStation but it's worth it. You'll see the bleed valve on the top of the slave cylinder in photos 2 and 4. The location is in another photo, of course I had removed it to rebuild it, but you'll know where to look and what it looks like.   Bleed the whole system. My '93 had very filthy fluid, dark and nasty. I used the turkey baster to remove all the fluid I could, filled with fresh fluid and then had my wife pump the clutch pedal while I bled. Remember to refill the reservoir every once in a while, just like with the brakes.   The oil filter is #6609, IIRC. Not sure about the dimensions.   -juice
#4235 of 4340 cylinder by kneisl1 Aug 21, 2006 (11:57 am)
I took off the wheel again, found the clutch cylinder, and bled it out. While I was in there I painted the upper and lower control arms with rust bonding paint called Extend by Loctite. The car before I bought it lived at the shore and there was more corrosion than what Im used to seeing on the underneath of the car. I also painted the exhust system back of the cat with it. It was very satisfactory.   After suctioning out the brake and clutch fluid as much as possible I wipe out the inside of the resevoirs with a clean rag pushed by the tip of a screwdriver. Gets every bit of sludge out.
#4236 of 4340 1997 Mazda Miata - MX-5 M Edition by tobecontnt Sep 23, 2006 (4:55 am)
Hi there, I need some advice. I am getting ready to sell my Miata and understand that the particular color/model I have is sought after by Miata enthusiasts. She is hunter green w/tan top (newly replaced plastic window - new radiator), 79K miles, good condition - but needs new tires, a/c needs charging, and a tune up. What would be a fair price?"> Thanks alot. Replies to this message: erics6 (Sep 23, 2006 4:10 pm) ateixeira (Sep 25, 2006 9:25 am)
#4237 of 4340 Re: 1997 Mazda Miata - MX-5 M Edition [tobecontnt] by erics6 Sep 23, 2006 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: tobecontnt (Sep 23, 2006 4:55 am) 97 M isn't really any more desirable than any of the other M editions. Usually you'll get about $1k more with the M over a regular Miata. You'll need to deduct for the maintenance, tires, and a/c. You're talking $600 -$1000 for maintenance, $400+ for tires and $300+ for the A/C.   Probably worth around $5 - $6k. Might check Miata.net for pricing from Miata enthuisists.
#4238 of 4340 Re: 1997 Mazda Miata - MX-5 M Edition [tobecontnt] by ateixeira Sep 25, 2006 (9:25 am)
Replying to: tobecontnt (Sep 23, 2006 4:55 am) I would do the tune-up before you sell. A buyer isn't going to know if it's a minor thing, especially if it's thrown a check-engine light. Might even want to do the tires.   If it can't pass inspection, noone's going to want to buy it.   -juice
#4239 of 4340 Can Sound Insulation Be Installed Under Hood? by stopandgo Oct 02, 2006 (5:21 pm)
I was wondering if anyone on the forum has ever added sound insulation under the Miata's hood to reduce the engine noise? I assume all older Miatas did not come with hood insulation but I think it might be practical in cutting back engine revving noise.   Can hood insulation be factory ordered for an 07 model and if someone has an older model should Mazda dealer/service department be able to add insulation upon customer request.

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