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| My 1995 Miata had only 3900 miles on it when I bought it in '97. I drive it only about 3000 miles each year and store it over the winter. About 4 years ago the engine developed a hiccup, especially at slow speeds. Also, there's a strong exhaust smell in the trunk. I put in new plugs in 2001, and the mechanic said I'm not "winding it up" enough. So I've taken it on longer (and faster) runs, but to no avail. Last year I bought a new battery. The inside of the trail pipe looks sooty. Any idea on what's causing the engine to miss will be appreciated. | |
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Hello, I just bought a 2001 MX-5 AND I love it. However my roof top latch on the right side will not lock into place. I took it to the dealer but they said it would cost me $200 dollars and that it is not covered under the extended warranty. Should have guessed that, I was wondering if I order the part myself would a person with no car expereince be able to install it. Unless someone has some other trouble shooting ideas. Thanks.
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Replying to: KarenS (Mar 29, 2005 6:41 am) Manual indicates an fan belt alternator issue. What else should I be looking for? |
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Hi, I just bought a 1994-Miata with 92k miles. I am thinking to have Timing Belt and Water Pump replaced eventhough the user's manual recommends to change Timing Belt at 105k miles, is it too early to replace timing belt at 92k miles ? My second question: when timing belt is replaced, is it a good idea to also replace the tensioners (tensioners really exist around some belts ?) ? I am not sure if the Miata has any drive-belt tensioners or any timing belt tensioners ? One last question please: what can go wrong or get damaged if any of the tensioners fail to work during driving ? Thanks so much. Miata Lover
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| my 1993 miata has a loud roar which is louder as you drive faster...i bought a bearing..how difficult is it to install the new bearing.....can someone give me some steps to do this.thanks ...WOOSKI | |
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Replying to: carlover3 (Mar 31, 2005 9:49 pm) Tensioners should be fine. My advice is to putt along, until either the water pump leaks, or the belt breaks. Too often, preventive maintenance is used by mechanics, and especially dealers, to screw the owners. Last year, the A/C failed on the Lexus. I was told by a mechanic that I needed a new evaporator and stuff, and the cost was $1,200. I knew that the only obvious problem was a small plastic part that fell into the passenger side, so I asked him to reinstall that part, and that I'd think about that big repair. Cost me $200. The A/C is working perfectly now. If I wasn't such a dummy, it should have cost me nothing. Watch out for the crooks...... |
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I drive a 1990 Mazda Miata that the mileage is almost 110K, I plan to get a new car in early 2006. What is the life expectancy for mazda miata? I drive less than 500 miles per month. I just had a 100K service few months ago and it drives well. Any information will be appreciate it! 
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Replying to: cmoffat (Mar 30, 2005 7:06 pm) Chuck
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