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Haltech first start-up procedure

Where do I begin? So, you’ve installed your new RoadsterWireWorks patch-harness and new Haltech Elite 1500. What’s the next step now you’ve got it all plugged in? Don’t worry is a lot less difficult than you think! Can anyone program the ECU? Yes. Theres three basic things you’ll need. Starting with the most important, common-sense. […]

Haltech ECU install into NC chassis

But, what was wrong with the stock ECU?? Before we start, we need to clarify a few basic facts. Firstly, the stock ECU can run the stock 1.8/2.0 litre MZR/LF engine when the engine is turbocharged or supercharged. In fact, the leading UK tuner BBR has been tuning NC’s while utilizing the stock ecu. They […]

Turbo NC custom wastegate-actuator

Why custom? So, prior to offering the turbo and manifold combination onto the engine. It is comprised of a new Garrett T25 GT2871R 0.64 A/R bolted to a Kraken cast-iron top-mount manifold. I have purchased a Turbosmart IWG75 to use in conjunction with a three-port MAC valve (Part No: 35-AAA-DDBA-1BA). The IWG75 came with a […]

Turbo NC Vacuum lines

Why and what are we doing? So lets clarify from a strategic point of view. What components need vacuum-reference to operate in total. First the fuel setup has changed. To an aftermarket fuel-rail by Radium Engineering. This fuel-rail has Radium Engineering’s fuel-pressure-regulator and fuel-pulse-damper mounted directly to the fuel-rail. Both of which need vacuum-reference to […]

The best NC phone mount

Brief overview. So, I’ve been wanting a high quality, stable phone mount in my NC1 for a while now. Until then I’ve been placing my iPhone 12 in my I.L. Motorsport centre storage compartment (cupholder delete). This was fine for about three years. But now I’ve been keen on using my Draggy and other vehicle […]

CarbonMiata NC Quad LED brake lights

What a lot of effort. Let me explain… For those that have been following me on the socials you’d probably know all I’ve had with these lights is trouble. For those that are unaware or newcomers and have come to my website interested in these lights. Welcome. This article will be a hybrid of a […]

The proper NC MX-5 battery relocation guide

What’s there to it?? Interested in relocating your NC’s battery into your boot? I’ve made this guide super simple, without missing out any details. Now relocating your battery as an overall idea sounds incredibly simple right? There’s quite a few things you’ll need to do and take into account when relocating your battery from under […]