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Exhaust Notes

On the Starting Line, what’s going on… November 11th Around the World Dinner LOCATION CHANGED Margaret Watterson see page 7 November 19th Monthly Meeting at Cascade Mazda… Dan Cali December 1st AWL LUNCH… Art & Maureen Davis DATE CHANGED See page 7 December 17th Christmas Banquet/meeting & elections… Dan Cali December 27th Board Mtg & Planning Mtg… Greg Selby January 1st Happy New Year, 2016 2017 Viking River Cruise… Bob & Jan Stefancic

Under the Hood… ) calendar, president’s report 2 - 3) The Parking Lot (past events) 4) 2016 Officers Ballot 5) The Rearview Mirror (pictures) 6) 2015 Dinner reservation 7) Start Your Engines (coming events), Sunshine, Rookies (New Members) 8) Meeting Minutes 9) The Tail Pipe (officers & web- sites) 10) FSOT, Newsletter News, Historian News, 11) Mazda News 12) Road Test of the Month

November 2015

Dan’s Drive Time

Winter Storage Spaces….. It’s coming up on that time of the year in NE Ohio and, as always, we have members looking for places to store their favorite toy. If you have a spare garage space, or know of someone who has an empty garage space and who would like to earn a few extra dollars with no work involved, let us know ASAP. Use my e-mail [email protected] and I’ll spread the word through the newsletter.

Hello everyone With one big event left this year, I invite everyone to come to our holiday awards banquet meeting on Thursday December 17. This is one of the biggest events of the year with this year being no exception. We hold our elections on this date. There will be door prizes, gift exchange, raffles, & award, a short meeting and introduction of new officers for the upcoming year. We will have a dinner and a DJ for background music. We will be asking for $25 per person for your dinner. There will be a form to fill out with your choice of dinner in this newsletter. Please join us for a nice night out. The planning meeting for next year is going to be Sunday, December 27 and Greg will have more on that so bring your ideas for next year to the planning meeting. Dan Cali

HELPWANTED:WestillneedsomeonetotakethepositionofSecretary,for2016.Ifyou’reinterestedpleasecontactDanCali,GregSelbyorJohnEmbree.ForinformationonthedutiesoftheSecretary,pleasecontactJohnEmbree.

The Parking Lot… past events; HAYRIDE Sandy & Joe Wilick On Saturday, Sept 26th we had 26 Miata’s meet at the Exploration Center on Canal Road. There we visited the center and saw a canal demonstration. We left at 3:00 pm for a short drive in and around the Cuyahoga Valley National Park on some country like roads. Crossing over State Route 82 we had assistance with the Brecksville Police Dept. which kept us together as it was a very short light. At 4:30 we arrived at the Carriage Trade Farm where we were greeted by the owner, Wade Johnson. Four Miata’s where already there, parked in the field along with Wade’s Austin Healey. Wade is a very hospitable person who really enjoyed having us at his farm. He explained how he came about owning the farm and how he started his collection of everything imaginable. There were old skates, scooters, telephones, ducks, playground rides, an old fashioned kitchen scene, carriages, 2 Cushman Scooters & a German car half the size of a Miata but still sat 2 people and many more collectibles from years past. Everyone brought a dish to share and it was excellent as usual. We roasted hot dogs and brats on the bonfire. After eating we all boarded two hay wagons for a nice drive around the perimeter of the farm. We had a total of 57 people so we all fit on two wagons. Wade had the tractor all shined up, it looked like it was brand new. After the ride, some members headed home and others roasted marshmallows on the fire. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day, the weather was warm and beautiful. We want to thank all the members who joined us that day. A special thank you to Dan Cali, Jan Stefancic and Daryl Baker for keeping us all together on the drive. Members who attended were Rich & Linda Placko, Bob & Jan Stefancic, Gary & Char Davis, Art & Maureen Davis, Scott & Mary Miller, Sharon & Bill Proctor, Jim & Marilyn Nenadal, Karen & Dave Baker, Mike & Lois Kerklo, Jim & Joyce Simmelink, Bob Gauss, Tom & Sandee LeMaster, Dan & Joanne Incorvati, Len & Nancy Monaco, Jared & Tiffany Fonner, Bill & Ruth Drew, Dan & Terri Cali, Daryl & Jane Baker, Charlie & Marlene Rodgers, Denny Blacklock & Linda, Jeff & Robin Arona, Bill Shepler, Roy & Arlene Sierleja, Steve & Ellen Laitinen, Bob & Betty Belding, Denny & Alicia Moeller, Tim Graham, Bob Palmer & Ava Singerman, Gary & JoAnn Cline and Sandy & Joe Wilick

BooTourRe-capJohnJamesOnSaturday,October24th,15MiatasjourneyedintothetwilightzoneastheannualBooToureventtookplace.WemetupattheWolfCreekEnvironmentalCenterandbeganourtour.OurfirststopwastheWoodlawnCemeteryinWadsworth,OhiowherewevisitedthegravesitesofOraLeeandSylviaBeach,whoseapparitionshavebeenreportedbythetownlocals.WethenproceededovertoDeeringPark,whichisreportedtobeanapparitionsiteofSylviaBeach.WethendrovedowntoWooster,Ohiotovisitsomeoftheotherghostlyhaunts.Theweatherforthemostpartwascooperating,whichallowedseveralofustodropthetopandenjoythedrivedowntoWooster.Thefallcolorswereoutinfullpeakandthebrilliantcolorsaddedtothetour.WevisitedtheFreelanderTheatreontheWoosterCollegecampus,whichishauntedbytheghostofEffieShoolroy,accordingtosomeoftheWoosterresidentsandstudents.OurnextstopwasattheWayneCountyHistorySocietywherewesawthehauntedfireenginefromthelate1890s,ofwhichseveralpeoplehavereportedghostlysightings.WeroundedoutthetourvisitingtheWayneCountyCourthouse,withthefamousghostlyladyinpink,andtheRubbermaidBuildingwheretherehavealsobeenreportsofghostlyhauntingsandparanormaldisturbances.ThehighlighttooureveningwasattheOldJailRestaurantaformerjailhouse,wherewehaddinnerandlistenedtoapresentationbyFatherRobSteinonthehistoryoftheOldWayneCountyJail.FatherRobsharedwithusthecaseofJohnChapman,whoholdsthedistinctionofbeingtheonlyprisonerexecutedatthissite,whichwasalsoapublicexecutionwitnessedby60people.Mr.ChapmanalsohauntstheOldJailRestaurantandtherehavebeenreportsofhisapparitionbeingseenbyseveralemployees.FatherRobalsosharedwithusabouthisownexperiencesandpersonalencounterswithghostsandspirits.ItwasagreatwaytokickofftheHalloweenfestivitiesandIwanttothanktheMiataclubmemberswhoparticipated,andtoRodBarkleywhoassistedmeinputtingthisbootourtogether.IalsowanttogiveabigthankyoutheFatherRobSteinforsharingwithusthehistoryandstoriesoftheOldJail.UntilthenextMiataTour,JohnJames.

The Parking Lot… past events;

Looking for Good Curves Tour, Oct 11, 2015; Wrap-Up ReviewBob Maurer and Becca GustavelTwenty cars joined us to tour country roads in weather that was about as perfect as it gets, a sunny 70 degree top-down day. We gathered at US 30 and SR94, Dalton where Becca treated us all with delicious homemade mini muffins and local apples, presented in autumn cornucopia style, centerpiece and all—spread out on the hood of CarNoir no less. And each car received a genuine collectable, a commemorative 3x5 magnet of the ‘Looking for Good Curves’ poster. After a short drivers’ meeting, we headed south on 94 to travel several back roads for an up close and personal look at many beautiful farms in the rolling hills of Holmes County near Charm on SR 557. The pace of the first part of the tour through Amish country had always intended to be slow in order to enjoy the quiet, picturesque scenery, but it was a little slower than we had planned; Amish buggies, pony carts with fun-loving kids at the reins and horseback riders were everywhere on our roads. It was great seeing all of them, but at one point we found ourselves following a three-buggy caravan for what seemed like forever. We couldn’t pass because of a looooong, blind curve where it would have been risky for even one Miata to pass --and we had twenty of them. Cruising at buggy speed was not exactly what I had in mind when I said we would take it slow. We took a short rest break in Wilkshire Hills (Bolivar) before starting the speedier part of the ‘Looking for Good Curves’ tour that was mostly in Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties. We saw both the west and east sides of Atwood Lake on SR 212 and SR 542. We found the best curves and no traffic to slow us down while on SR 164 and for most of our run on SR 43, which took us to our next rest break in Carrollton. It was shortly after the break, while on SR 542 that the bright sunshine glistening beautifully on Atwood Lake provided us a real visual treat. Then some back roads winded our way to the Canal Tavern of Zoar where the group enjoyed sandwiches, drinks, appetizers, excellent service and fun with friends. (I wonder if anyone noticed that on one of those back roads to the Tavern, the county road crew had long ago forgotten to remove the ‘Road Closed Due to High Water’ sign. But obviously the road gates were open, as expected, and we came through high and dry.) A huge thank you goes to Scott and Mary Miller who volunteered to serve as sweep car. Their reputation as great tour leaders is well known; now they are also known as being great at being the sweep car. They stopped traffic for us during our exits from the rest breaks and kept us well informed of what was happening at the back end of the pack that at times stretched for several miles. Along with the benefit of having a sweep car, we were grateful for the use of the club’s CB radios. Walkie-talkies are so hard to hear and their range isn’t far enough, especially in the hills and valleys. Buying the CBs this year was a good idea! And thanks to all who joined us on the tour and made the day so much fun. Being with good friends in Miatas—how much better does it get! Club events are great because the club members are great to be with. On the tour were: Jared and Tiffany Fonner, Scott and Mary Miller, Greg and Judy Selby, Daryl and Jane Baker, Mike and Lois Kerklo, Bob and Jan Stefancic, John and Donna Garsteck, Phil Daly and Kathy, Gary Davis, Jim Allman, Bob Palmer and Ava Singerman, John and Jeanne Embree, Rich Velardo, Brian Bouchard and Sandra Shaffer, Jim and Leigh Lambert, Marcello and Peggy Codispoti, Steve and June France, Ron Rasmussen, Joe and Joani Huber, Denny and Linda Blacklock.

Sundaes on Mondays Fans; Barbara Savage If you attended at least five scheduled "Sundaes on Mondays" this year and your card is up-to-date, I would like to collect your punched ice cream card. Please give to Barbara Savage at the November AWD or at the November meeting. If that does not work for you it can be sent to: Barbara Savage, 607 Walnut Drive, Euclid, Ohio 44132.

The Official 2016 Ballot

2016 Northcoast Miata Club Ballot Your Name_________________________

2016 Northcoast Miata Club Ballot Your Name_________________________

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Ballots must be received by Secretary John Embree no later than dinner at the NCM meeting on December 17, 2015. Ballots will be tabulated and the results announced that night. EACH MEMBER MAY VOTE ONLY ONCE!

Ballots must be received by Secretary John Embree no later than dinner at the NCM meeting on December 17, 2015. Ballots will be tabulated and the results announced that night. EACH MEMBER MAY VOTE ONLY ONCE!

Vice President Gary Davis

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Vice President Gary Davis

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Treasurer Bob Stefancic

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Treasurer Bob Stefancic

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Secretary

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Secretary

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Membership Ava Singerman

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Membership Ava Singerman

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Historian Phil Daley

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Historian Phil Daley

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Competition Director Mike DePietro

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Competition Director Mike DePietro

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Mail Ballots to: John Embree 215 N Hayden Pkwy Hudson, OH 44236

Mail Ballots to: John Embree 215 N Hayden Pkwy Hudson, OH 44236

The Rearview Mirror… pictures from past events

BooTourBarbSavagesentalongthesepicsfromJonJames’BooTour.Lookslikeeveryonehadagoodtime&wereabletoenjoythegloriouslycoloredtrees.

Start Your Engines… coming events;

Start Your Engines… coming events;

Viking River Cruise -2017, sponsored by Utah Miata Club Jan & Bob Stefancic For anyone interested in signing up, please contact Jan & Bob Stefancic for more information.

Sunshine News… Marilyn Nenadal [email protected] A reminder: Please, contact me either through e-mail or by phone, if either you or a fellow member needs the Club’s support offered by a card or a showing of caring and support.

Rookies (new members)… Current Membership count; 148

Jeffrey & Terri Brest Orrville, OH 2016 Soul Red Miata

November 11th Around the World Dinner Changes Location… Again! Margaret Watterson More changes for the AWD on November 11. Ambrosia also went out of business but the new spot is now Balaton,13133 Shaker square. It is the same family and has been in business for 50 years or more, so I don't think they will close any time soon. They do serve beer and wine so we have a reservation for 6 p.m. for drinks and 7p.m. for a Hungarian dinner Please let me know if you want to join us by 11/08 [email protected]

BoardMeeting/PlanningMeeting,SundayDecember27,2015GregSelbyDuetoschedulingconflicts,theBoardMeeting/PlanningMeetingwillbeheldSundayDecember27,2015attheBrunswickEagles,349PearlRd,Brunswick,OH.TheBoardwillmeetat1:00PMandthePlanningmeetingwillbeginat3:00PM.AllmembersarewelcometothePlanningmeeting.ThisiswherewebegintofillourcalendarswiththeTours,AWD,LuncheonsandRallydates.Comepreparedwiththedatesfortheeventsyouwouldliketohost.Ifyouareunabletoattendandwishtohaveaneventputonthecalendar,emailGregatRLS12157@AOL.comwiththeinformationanditwillbeposted.Alightsupperwillbeserved.SoweknowhowmanytoprepareforpleasesignupataclubmeetingorsendanemailtoRLS12157@AOL.COM.LookingforwardtoaGreat2016,GregSelby.

AROUND THE WORLD LUNCH, Tuesday December 1 (note change of date) Art & Maureen Davis Tuesday December 1 (note change of date) 12 Noon Limit 25 attendees Pomeroy House Restaurant 13664 Pearl Rd Strongsville, Ohio Contact Art & Maureen Davis at adavis5898@gmail .com or call 440-734-1178

GeorgeEisenzimmerpassedawayaroundnoon,TuesdayOctober27th.ServiceswereSaturday,October31st,atHopkinsLawverFuneralhome,3553NorthdaleStNW,Uniontown,Ohio.

Meeting Minutes… John Embree, Secretary, October 15, 2015, Cascade Auto Group

Themeetingwascalledtoorderbyclubpresident,DanCali,at7:00PM.Sixtyoneattendedincluding:Dave&KarenBaker,DennisBeckman,DennyBlacklock,JeffBrest,AlButler,Dan&TerriCali,PhilipDaly,RogerDavies&CarolynCastoline,Gary&CharDavis,EdDitto,John&JeanneEmbree,Paul&BrigitteEschenauer,Jared&TiffanyFonner,John&DonnaGarsteck,BobGauss,Dan&JoanneIncorvatti,JohnJames,Mike&LoisKerklo,Jim&LeighLambert,ScottMiller,Len&NancyMonaco,Jim&MarilynNenadal,Bill&SharonProctor,Charlie&MarleneRogers,Adam&SherryRolland,JoeSands,Gary&BarbSavage,Greg&JudySelby,BillShepler,Jim&JoyceSimmelink,Bob&JanStefancic,Rich&LilasVelardo,Bob&DianeWido,Joe&SandyWilick,Ron&GayleZipaySeptemberminutesaspublishedinthenewsletterwereapproved.REPORTS:President:DanCali–TheHolidayPartywilltakeplaceonThursday,December17th,atStMichael’sWoodsidePartyCenterinBroadviewHeights,OH.TurninyoursignedicecreampunchcardspriortotheHolidayPartyTheclubisservingpizzaandsaladattheconclusionofthebusinessmeetingtonight.Longandshortsleeveteeshirtsareavailableforpurchase.Vice-President:GregSelby–Datesforthe2016PlanningMeetingarebeinginvestigated.PossibledatesincludeDec27,Jan3orJan10.Treasurer:BobStefancic–LatestfinancialreportislistedintheMembersOnlySectionoftheWebsite.Secretary:JohnEmbree–Pleaseregisteryourattendanceonthesigninsheetlocatedonthetable.2016OfficerOpenings–VicePresident,SecretaryandMembership.Pleasecontactaclubofficerifwillingtoserveinoneofthesepositions.Membership:JoeandSandyWilick-Membershipispresentlyat148.Newestmembersare:Jack&GinnySutherin,Columbiana,OH;Jeffery&TerriBrest,Orrville,OHCompetition:MikeDePietro–absentHistorian:PhilDaly–Thescanningofthehistoricalclubyearbooksiscontinuing.Theprocessisslowandanyhelpfromthemembershipwouldbewelcome.Newsletter:RichVelardo–Itemsforthenewsletteraredueonthe25th.Webmaster:DarylandRachelBaker–absentMerchandise:MikeDePietro–absentSunshine:MarilynNenadal–JimNenadalandBillProctorwillbehavingsurgerylaterinthenextfewweeks.OLDBUSINESS:Toursandeventssinceourlastmeetingwerereviewedbytheirhostsorparticipants.SundaesonMondayshasconcludedfortheyearNEWBUSINESS/ACTIVITIES:JasonDeMosspresentedtheclub$100inappreciationofBillSheplerspurchaseofaSubaruForesterearlierthisyearHostshighlightedtheupcomingevents,whichinclude:AroundtheWorlddinners&lunches,andtheBooTour.Sign-upsareavailableonthewindowledgeorbycontactingthehost.Fordetails,visitthewebsiteorthenewsletter.MONKEYBUSINESS:50/50Raffle:$126collected;$63wenttotheclub;$63sharedby2members.

WeNeedYou…tovolunteeryourtimeandtalentsforthefollowingpositionsfortheNorthcoastMiataClub:SecretaryPleasecontactDanCali,GregSelbyorJohnEmbreewithanyquestions.

Club Officers & Committee Members; President………….. Dan Cali ………………... [email protected] Vice President ….…Greg Selby…………….... [email protected] Treasurer …………. Bob Stefancic…………… [email protected] Secretary …………. John Embree………….… [email protected] Historian ………….. Phil Daly……………......... [email protected] Membership ……… Joe & Sandy Wilick……... [email protected] Sunshine………..… Marilyn Nenadal…………. [email protected] Competition ………. Mike DePietro…………… [email protected] Merchandise ……… Mike & Linda DePietro… [email protected] Newsletter ………… Rich Velardo……………. [email protected] Web Master ………. Daryl Baker……………… [email protected] Sundaes ………… ..Barb Savage…………….. [email protected]

Favorite Links New Links… Read about the new MX-5 Miata Race Car, the following articles; Driver Safety, Braking, Race Car Production, Parity, How it Drives, What Racers are Saying, may be found at http://mazdamotorsports.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/DisplayRacerStoryView?source=STORY&uniqueId=6314&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&button=y Experience the passion, people, heritage and innovations that define Mazda. Take a look at Inside Mazda. http://insidemazda.mazdausa.com/?intcmp=CRM12785&providertag=MazdaCRM&servicetag=CRM12785&t=1&CRMCID=0015593742&Campaign_ID=1-2KGF00&Treatment_ID=1-155290642&Customer_ID=0015593742&Source_Code=1-155398863Club Links… Northcoast Miata Club; http://www.northcoast-miata.com MX-5 Miata.net; http://www.miata.net Sales Links… Mazda USA; http://www.mazdausamedia.com Cascade Auto Group; http://www.cascadeautogroup.com Backstreet Performance (club member Rich Johnson’s shop) http://www.backstreetper.com The Tire Rack; http://www.tirerack.com/index.jsp Moss Motors; http://www.mossmiata.com Flyin’ Miata; http://www.flyinmiata.com Goodwin Racing; http://www.good-win-racing.com Bring a Trailer, classic cars (that can be driven, not show queens) for sale. www.bringatrailer.com Trip Links… Deal’s Gap; Miatas at the Gap XVII; http://www.gapmiatas.com Fontana Village, NC;http://www.fontanavillage.com Highland Manor, Townsend, TN; http://www.highlandmanor.com Competition Links… Northern Ohio Racing Association; http://www.noraracing.net NE Ohio region SCCA; http://www.neohio-scca.org NASA Racing; http://www.nasaproracing.com Anatomy of Autocross (video); http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cDsmBexSd8 Mid-Ohio Race Track; http://www.midohio.com Helpful Links… Tire Size Calculator; http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html Find out how to fix your Miata, go to Mike’s Place; https://www.youtube.com/user/MikesPlaceBiz/videos Just for Fun Links… Autoblog, automotive news and test drives. www.autoblog.com Jalopnik; http://jalopnik.com Jay Leno’s Garage; http://www.jaylenosgarage.com

The Tail Pipe…

The Tail Pipe…

SeetheCascadeAutoGroupforallofyourMiataneeds.Audi,Mazda,Subaru&Porschesalesandservice.4149StateRd.,

CuyahogaFalls,Ohio330-929-1861

Newsletter News Rich Velardo Please submit your articles in Helvetica font no later than the 25th of each month. E-mail to either the club newsletter editor e-mail [email protected] or my personal e-mail [email protected] If you do not get a confirmation e-mail back from me, I didn’t get your message! Historian News Phil Daly Pictures can be found at SmugMug: http://nc-m.smugmug.com

For Sale: Luggage Rack, non-permanent adjustable stainless steel rack from Moss Motors, fits1990-2014 Miata, very nice condition, plus rain-proof luggage with straps which is a perfect fit for the rack. A $275 value, asking $175. Bob Maurer 330-316-8697 [email protected] Bob Maurer 330-316-8697

Northcoast Miata Club 25th Anniversary Pens Available in either red or blue, each pen proudly features the 25th anniversary logo, club name and the club web-site address. To purchase one of these fine ball point pens (plastic body with metal & rubber parts), contact Rich Velardo. Cost? Just $1.00 each, buy a handful or two of them, we have plenty to go around!

For Sale: Pioneer HD Radio, Model DEH-X8500BH – With surround that fits 2006-2008 Miata (will fit other year Miatas with the correct dash surround), Bluetooth, HD, MP3, all cables and mike for Bluetooth. Essentially plug and play for ’06-‘08. Price $200 Also, For Sale: Car ramps - like new $20 Dave Baker 330-760-6196 [email protected]

WANTED: Winter Storage Space; Need winter storage for a 1990 Miata. Approximately Mid to late October thru April or early May. Please let me know if you have, or know of anyone who has, storage available. I may be contacted at 216-464-9391 or [email protected]. Thanks, Nelson Kirsch

For Sale: 2006 Sunlight Silver Miata GT black leather interior for sale. 6 spd. manual, includes full car cover, both keys, Bose audio, Premium Pkg. (Xenon HID headlamps, traction control, anti-theft alarm, stability control, advanced keyless entry & Limited slip). 40% tread left on Bridgestone tires, excellent condition & extremely clean. 34,500 miles. Contact Steve Kerr; 419-282-2928 or [email protected] only $12,200

For Sale: Set of 4 Cooper Cobra Radial GT Tires – 82T P185/60 R14 M+S – mounted on aluminum wheels. These are from my 1999 Miata. Wheels are in fair condition. Tires have good tread. $100.00 for all 4. Call or text Bob Haseley 440-655-8283 or email me at [email protected].

For Sale: 2012 MX -5 Copper Red Touring, soft top, 6 speed manual transmission, 8714 miles, black cloth interior. Suspension Package, Sport Tuned Suspension, Limited Slip Differential, Bilstein Shocks Asking $18,000 Contact Marcello @ [email protected] 330 495 6297

For Sale: 2016 MX-5 Miata, Arctic White, Club, black interior, MSRP $29,550 Contact Jason DeMoss

330-929-1861

Mazda News...

The following outlines the process for which we transform the MX-5 road cars into the Global Mazda MX-5 Cup race cars: To start the build of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Cup car, we will assign a bar code to each MX-5 road car to track the movement of each car through the production process. This tracking system enables our team to track progress of build, the parts being installed in final assembly, and the personnel that are hands-on during the production of the MX-5 Cup car. After the car has been stripped down, it is then moved to our fabrication department. The car is placed on a rack where the underside of the build begins. We remove the OEM radiator to allow for future installation of a racing radiator to handle the high revs a race car must sustain over a long period of time. We have developed a radiator that is designed to increase the cooling efficiency in more extreme racing conditions, while still utilizing the Mazda OEM parts (e.g., cooling fan, shroud, and coolant overflow bottle). Next, we remove the Mazda open differential to replace with a Mazda limited slip differential. The limited slip differential increases the car’s ability to efficiently apply the engine’s torque to the rear tires. This increase in efficiency translates into higher exit corner speeds. While still on the rack, we begin the cage preparation process. This prep allows for the team to remove seam sealer from the car, prep the chassis for welding, and remove non-critical studs and tabs. The ability to prep the interior makes for easier cage installation, and a higher quality paint job once the cage is installed. Finally, before the car is moved to one of two welding bays, a quality inspection tech performs a quality examination to ensure the cars are being prepared equally. The cage install is another critical step in the build process. With our FIA certified cage being CNC bent and laser cut, we have developed multiple jigs to ensure that every cage is identically installed in every car produced. This is another step towards creating race cars that are evenly matched to allow for the racing talent to be the differentiation. After the task of welding the cage in is completed and the car has passed another quality check, the car is moved to our paint department. The car is painted in our show car quality paint booth utilizing OEM quality paint. After being sprayed, the car goes through a bake process that cures the paint and ensures that the paint is both durable for racing’s stress, and its finish represents the quality of the build. Finally, the car is moved into one of seven assembly bays. Here race components from many top brands are assembled to the car, such as: cooling lines; performance exhaust; brakes; shocks; and radiators. The brakes, transmission, differential, engine, and cooling systems all receive top performing and tested fluids that are designed to withstand the harsh environments of motorsports. To continue the build, the electronics are added; doors and steering column are reintroduced to the car after being altered for the racing environment. Lastly, we install racing wheels and tires. After passing another quality check, the car is moved to our set-up plate. Here we corner balance and check the alignment of the car before signing off that the car is now an identically produced and prepared Global Mazda MX-5 Cup car. Mazda is committed to producing a high quality, identically prepared race car to enable the best competition and value motorsports has to offer. - See more at: http://mazdamotorsports.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/DisplayRacerStoryView?source=STORY&uniqueId=6330&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&button=y#sthash.6zMebg2U.dpuf

Global Mazda MX-5 Cup: Race Car Production

Mazda News...

UpcomingMazdaRecallforFailureoftheElectricalThermalBaseofIgnitionSwitchWASHINGTON,DC(October21,2015)–MazdaMotorCorporationwillconductaSafetyandEmissionRecallCampaignforcertainmodelsthathaveaqualityandperformanceissueleadingtothepotentialfailureoftheelectricalthermalbaseoftheignitionswitch.Theelectricalthermalbaseisthespecificpartofthecomponentthatmayfail.Oncethevehicleisrunning,thissituationdoesnotdirectlyaffectvehicledrivabilityoroperation,ortheoperationofanysafetydevicesorfeaturesinthevehicle.Asaresult,therehavebeennoreportsofaccidentsorinjuriesrelatedtothisissue.Duetoanexcessiveamountofgreaseatthecontactpointsinsidetheignitionswitchduringproduction,asaresultoftimeanduse,thegreasemaycarbonizeandaccumulatebetweenthecontactpoints,reducingtheelectricalinsulationperformanceinsidetheswitch.Asaresult,continuoususemayleadthecontactpointsofthethermalbaseoftheswitchtobecomeconductive,whichmayoverheattheswitch.Shouldthisoccur,theresultingeffectissmokefromtheswitch,and,intheworstcase,afire.Approximately1.3millionvehiclesintheU.S.areaffected.Affectedmodelsare:1990-1995323,1993-1998626,1993-1995929,1989-1998MPV,1993-1997MX-6,1992-1993MX-3and1990-1998Protégé.MazdaplanstoconductthisrecallintheU.S.inDecember2015.

Mazda Reveals Mazda RX-VISION Concept Powered by next-generation rotary engine SKYACTIV-R, represents Mazda’s vision of the future HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation unveiled the rotary-powered Mazda RX-VISION sports car concept at the Tokyo Motor Show*1 today. The rotary engine is a symbol of the company’s “never-stop-challenging” spirit. RX-VISION represents a vision of the future that Mazda hopes to one day make into reality; a front-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car with exquisite, KODO design-based proportions only Mazda could envision, and powered by the next-generation SKYACTIV-R rotary engine. Rotary engines feature a unique construction, generating power through the rotational motion of a triangular rotor. Overcoming numerous technical difficulties, Mazda succeeded in commercializing the rotary engine, fitting it in the Cosmo Sport (known as Mazda 110S overseas) in 1967. As the only automaker to mass-produce the rotary engine, Mazda continued efforts to improve power output, fuel economy and durability, and in 1991 took overall victory at 24 Hours of Le Mans with a rotary engine-powered race car. Over the years, the rotary engine has come to symbolize Mazda’s creativity and tireless endeavor in the face of difficult challenges. While mass production is currently on hold, Mazda has never stopped research and development efforts towards the rotary engine. The next rotary engine has been named SKYACTIV-R, expressing the company’s determination to take on challenges with convention-defying aspirations and the latest technology, just as it did when developing SKAYCTIV TECHNOLOGY. “I look forward to talking with you more about this vision we have revealed here today at the Mazda stand,” said Mazda’s Representative Director, President and CEO, Masamichi Kogai. “Mazda will continue to take on new challenges in an effort to build a special bond with our customers and become their ‘one and only’ brand.”

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Winter Storage Tips, from a Grandfather and his Grandson As the weather begins to cool down before the onset of winter, some us will be starting to think about storing our Miatas for the cold season. Here are some tips to ensure that your MX-5 will come out of the garage in spring ready to drive: 1. Prevent spoiled gasoline - Fill the gas tank & add Sta-Bil or similar brand of fuel stabilizer to the gasoline when you fill the tank, go for one last short drive to get the fuel stabilizer mixed in the tank and circulated throughout the fuel system. 2. A dry location - Storing your car in a dry place will prevent moisture from creeping into the undercarriage and cabin. If you are feeling extremely zealous, covering the ground underneath your car with plastic wrap will do the job even better. 3.Change fluids - This one, is a biggie. Fresh oil, coolant, and any other fluids you deem necessary will prevent wear and corrosion on the vehicle's internals and give you peace of mind through the winter. 4. Keep it Clean - Make sure you thoroughly clean your Miata inside and out before putting it away. Not only will this make sure your car looks great come spring, but a layer of a quality wax like Collinite 845 or a Meguiar's wax will keep your vehicle cover from scratching the finish. Make sure you clay your vehicle's exterior before waxing. Cleaning the interior will ensure that a stray French-fry or other piece of food will not make the car smell like death in the spring. 5. Keep it Fresh - Dryer Sheets and/or mothballs inside the vehicle will not only keep your MX-5 smelling fresh but also ward off any critters who may be looking for a winter home. Stuff some steel wool in the tail-pipes, to keep Mickey & friends from homesteading in the muffler. 6. Tires - Overinflate your tires by about 10 psi. This will keep those lumps and flat spots from ruining your tires. Once again, there is another option for an overzealous owner. Putting your car up on sturdy jack stands will put tire issues out of the question. 7. Cover it! - This one should be a no-brainer, but you will need a high quality vehicle cover that will protect your Miata's finish all winter. 8. Think about the first warm, sunny day in spring! Gabe Gretz and Al Butler

Dodge Viper News A labor union agreement with Fiat Chrysler has reveled that there will soon be no more Dodge Viper. 25 years after it’s introduction, it may be going away for good this time as production is scheduled to end in 2017. The original Viper was introduced in 1992, was discontinued in 2010 due to Chryslers financial bankruptcy and was brought back to life in 2013. Only 760 Vipers were sold in 2014 and only 503 were sold through September of this year.

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