Technical information

Want to know the exact specs for a turbo kit or what's included? How about examples of dyno runs on modified cars? Or maybe you just like to read technical stuff. Well, you're in the right place!

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Dyno testing
Dyno charts
About our new dyno

Technical FAQ

Turbos
Forced induction buyers guide

Product technical sheets
New downpipe design
Developing the FM Airflow kit
Developing the FM crossflow radiator

Engine
1.8 conversion information
Breaking in a new engine
Water injection
High volume oil pump?
Flow vs modifications

Transmission
Gearing calculator

Suspension
A guide to FM's suspension packages
FM recommended alignment numbers
DIY alignment using FM hub stands
Exploded view of the NB (1999-05) Miata shock assembly
Diagrams showing the parts of NA (1990-97) and NB (1999-05) shocks
Diagram showing the parts of the front suspension
How to "depower" a Miata steering rack

Brakes
Factory proportioning valve specifications
Fitting an adjustable proportioning valve to your Miata
How to choose brake pads (from Essex Parts)

Misc.
Seam-welding diagrams
How to measure a stud correctly
Engine cooling information
Building a Lexan window for the hardtop
Miata seat fit guide
About CARB exemption and emissions