Flyin Miata Stage 1 turbo system for 2003-05
Flyin Miata Stage 1 turbo system for 2003-05
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Emissions legal everywhere in the US! CARB EO D-601-3. The only truly CARB emissions legal turbo setup available for the 1.8!
Flyin' Miata turbo systems have been the standard for years. They offer easy installation of safe and clean power with proven durability. Our Stage 1 turbo system - once known as the Voodoo II - is ideal for someone looking for an easy installation, good horsepower, no emissions hassles and lots of upgrade potential (for dedicated track / not-street-legal cars). Expect approximately 200 hp at the rear wheels, compared to a stock 115 hp.
The manifolds have just been redesigned after some CFD (computational fluid dynamics) testing. They now offer 24% greater flow than our previous design and are also more than 2.5 lbs lighter. Combined with the new outlet, the manifold / turbo / outlet assembly is nearly 4 lbs lighter! They have staggered runner diameters to ensure consistent timing of the exhaust pulses into the turbine. This means faster spool and the potential for higher power. Now Cerakoted! The manifold and outlet are both Cerakoted in C-7900 Glacier Titanium. It's rated for 1,800°F (980°C), so it's perfect for our application. We've been running this coating on our cars for over a year, and it's held up great through track days and daily driving. The new parts are a direct replacement for the old. Do you want even more info on our new manifolds and outlet? You're in luck! Check out our Knowledge Base article on them here.
This is limited by the size of the stock injectors. The intercooler means that you will keep all of your horsepower no matter how hard you run your car. It's powder-coated for durability and good looks, but with a special thermal property that allows it to shed heat as well as bare aluminum. The FM logo on the intercooler can face forward (visible) or rearward (invisible).
All of our turbo kits use the same basic hardware for super easy upgrade-ability. Every part has been designed taking performance, durability and installation ease into consideration. We don't believe there is a better (or more complete) turbo system available. With our kits, you won't be making extra trips to the hardware store for nuts and bolts; every part you need is included.
However, you won't necessarily feel the need to upgrade. The Stage 1 ekes as much power as possible out of the stock injectors without resorting to mechanical tricks such as high fuel pressure. Tuning is kept to a minimum and there's no need to install high-pressure fuel pumps or bother with fuel lines at all. The car simply makes smooth, effortless power without a fuss.
Fuel management is handled by our own Voodoo Box, which uses the stock injectors to deliver more fuel. Because it only modifies the signal under boost, the car acts completely stock at idle and cruise. There is no tuning required.
The turbo is a GT2560R, which is a great match to the Miata engine at this boost level. It makes just as much boost down low as a smaller unit, but without choking off the top end.
Along with this turbo system, you will need a new clutch. Cars that see track use or are in hot climates will also require a radiator upgrade.
If your car has ABS, you will need the Aluminum Washer Bottle Relocation kit.
While this system is compatible with the stock ECU and transmission on an automatic NB, the downpipe will need modification to clear the automatic bellhousing. We've heard everything from "it just needed a small dent" to "I had to build a new downpipe", so be prepared. You will also have to use one of our midpipes (the stock one won't work). You could also need a vacuum accumulator and there might be some idle issues - in short, while it can be made to work, prepare for a bit of a headache if you're installing this on an automatic car.
This kit is designed to work specifically with non-Mazdaspeed (MSM) NBs. While it will work fine on MSM engines installed in non-MSM NBs, the included parts - specifically the oil drain and supply - aren't the simplest solutions possible. If you have a complete MSM, this is NOT the kit for you and will NOT function correctly. We do not offer a turbo upgrade for the MSM at this time.
Water supply note: if you are using an FM coolant reroute, choose the reroute option.
Tools note: A 37/64 drill bit and 3/8" NPT tap are required for installing the oil drain and two M8x1.25 nuts are used as "tools" to install the turbo studs. If you do not already have these tools available to use, we have a separate tool kit available to purchase, Bag 2A, listed above.
Overall fitment note: The parts in this kit assume you have the original engine in the car. If your engine has been swapped for one from a different year, please contact our tech support department to ensure you get the correct parts.
Remember, all FM products come with full Lifetime Support to the original purchaser!
Be sure to check out the installation video series, linked under instructions. Note, it's fairly in-depth so make sure you have your popcorn and comfy chair handy.
Instructions
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What does it fit?
Fits: 2003, 2004, 2005
Emissions
50 state legal!
CARB EO: D-601-3
Warranty
1 year
SKU
This kit is awesome. I installed it on my dedicated, but street legal, track car. (2003NB) I live in California and have always driven my car to track events so this kit was pretty much the only way to go for me. I built my car to be ready for track abuse with a turbo beforehand, radiator, ducting, vents, oil cooler, etc.
I’ve put about 1000 miles on it including 2 track days (~3 hours of track driving) and have had zero issues. The install is involved but fairly straight forward. Nothing is super difficult, just be organized. FMs customer support is 6 out of 5 stars. Any question you could possibly have, they’ll answer, same day. Install took me about 4 full work days start to finish.
Low speed driveability is pretty good, it’s a little harder taking off from a stop but I also have a supermiata 8 lb flywheel and sport clutch so take that with a grain of salt. Track day/racing drivability is amazing. It’s just the right amount of power to make you look forward to the straights on track, not prepare to let everyone pass you. It’s not enough power to take away the Miata-ness, you can still full throttle out of most corners and keep the car aimed the right way, but it’s a lot more exciting than it used to be. My car made 179hp/160trq on the dyno, it made 121hp/115trq before. So that’s a 50% power bump… that’s street legal, wild.
FM sells widebands as well as a manual boost controller and I highly recommend getting both with the kit. The fueling map in the voodoo box is fixed so you tune the AFR by changing the boost level. I mounted my phone to record the wideband, did a pull, pulled over, watched what the AFR was and adjusted the boost controller accordingly. Made dialing in the “tune” infinitely easier.
Other than that the kit is as plug and play as a turbo kit can be, it just works. My mind is still blown every time I put my foot down.
Not a cheap kit, but I received my order quickly. I'm still in the middle of my build. I'm in the auto repair industry, and the quality of parts and OEM parts are very important in my industry. The kit includes extremely high-quality parts and is close to OEM as you're going to get. The download instructions or video tutorial version is spot on, and even a novice back yard mechanic could easily follow along and perform this project with enough time and tooling.
Amazing kit! You not only receive a start to finish turbo kit with all the odds and ends, but you also get the classic FM customer service. The instructions, YouTube install series, and their phone support at all top notch. It was a first time turbo install for me and while it took me some time (30-40ish hrs), I felt confident going through the steps. As other have mentioned, you need to buy the oil pan drill/tap & boost gauge separately. This kit does not require a single trip to the store (unless you need tools). Overall 10/10, highly recommend this kit to anyone looking for a comprehensive, off the shelf kit.
A couple things not noted in the documentation but might be helpful to know:
1. Retarding the timing via the timing wheel sacrifices low end response to provide full range engine safety. The price you have to pay for keeping OEM ECU. '99-00 owners, if you have access to 93 octane and your environment allows, you can likely safely retard 4 degrees instead of 6 to help with idle droop and low end lags (thank you FM support for the recommendation).
2. The wiring under the dash was very difficult due to the location and limited space. I was able to source an ecu harness extender to allow for splicing and connecting outside the car first. It also saves your original ECU harness from going under the knife. Thank me later!
3. You may need to clock your turbo in order to get the wastegate arm to align properly.
Awesome comprehensive kit with full instructions. Some level of mechanical competency and DIY required, but overall easy. I rate it easier than a timing belt water pump or clutch job. Perfect for first time turbo build with no experience. FM provides exceptional support, troubleshooting, and advice. The car is way more fun to drive.
Install tip, pay attention to clearance here:
1) turbo housing to frame slot
2) down pipe to underbracing
3) waste gate bracket slot (to position waste gate arm in neutral position and avoid ejecting the e-clip)
Yes, there are cheaper kits out there. But I just took my kit for its first drive and the many hours of work and (sometimes) struggle were worth it.
The written instructions are good but the YouTube videos are top notch! If there's one thing I learned from the videos it's that I don't need to "go crazy" when tightening the many nuts and bolts. :)
Seriously though, the car is now much more fun at only 6 psi. And given the fact that I have only moderate mechanical skills at best and no experience with this kind of thing, the fact that the car bit only started but didn't explode/catch fire the first time I drove it with the turbo speaks volumes to the quality of instructions and online support