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  1. Simplify, Then Add Washer Fluid - Washer Reservoir R&D: Test-fit, Prototype, Pre-Sale!

    Simplify, Then Add Washer Fluid - Washer Reservoir R&D: Test-fit, Prototype, Pre-Sale!

    Mishimoto 2016+ Miata Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Pre-Sale

    At Mishimoto, we know how passionate the enthusiast community is about the fact that Miata Is Always The Answer, and we share that passion!

    But by the same logic, we also feel strongly that Washer-fluid Always Sloshes Heavily Everywhere, Rendering FR-layout Legends Unnecessarily In-Direct. Always up for a way to improve on an already wonderful car, we are here to change that by bringing you a 2016+ ND Miata windshield washer fluid reservoir that embodies the true spirit of the car not only by being attractive, but also by shaving some pounds and

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  2. Testing and Results - ND Miata Intake, Part 4

    Testing and Results - ND Miata Intake, Part 4

    We finally have an update for the Miata intake project!

    With our prototype now in working order, we were finally able to hook up our ND Miata to our dynamometer and get some pulls underway. At this point in the process, we knew we'd want to play around with some other design ideas while the car was hooked up to the Dynapack. AFRs, power output, and sound clips were all on the agenda for the evaluation of this prototype system.

    Results

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    Miata intake dynamometer results results

    We did gain some decent performance in the low end of the power band, but the upper end of the curve follows the path of the

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  3. Mazda Miata ND Oil Cooler R&D, Part 3: Initial Data Collection

    Mazda Miata ND Oil Cooler R&D, Part 3: Initial Data Collection

    Interested in purchasing our new ND Miata direct-fit oil cooler kit? Check out our product page linked below!

    Mishimoto Mazda Miata Oil Cooler Kit!

    The most exciting part of product design happens during the final stages. Product testing reveals any flaws in the design and also provides insight into possible adjustments for enhanced performance. In addition, testing validates our existing design and makes all our efforts well worth the time spent. So far, our team is having a great time developing new ND Miata parts.

    Our ND Miata oil cooler kit will be no different. Since the stock vehicle with SkyActiv technology does not include a factory oil cooler system, we expect to see some pretty big decreases in fluid temperatures. On to testing the Miata oil cooler!

    Testing Conditions and Instruments

    As we noted in the conclusion of our last segment,

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  4. ND Miata Catch Can R&D, Part 2: Bracket Construction

    ND Miata Catch Can R&D, Part 2: Bracket Construction

    Interested in purchasing our new ND Miata catch can system? Check out our product page linked below!

    Mishimoto Mazda Miata Baffled Oil Catch Can Kit!

    In our first segment, we removed all components within the 2.0L intake system to evaluate oil contamination. Our findings indicated that a reasonable amount of oil was making its way into the intake manifold through the PCV system. Not only was this coating the manifold, it was producing buildup on the valves themselves. A catch can install is an easy way to slow this progress, which is exactly what we will be working on for the ND.

    Catch Can

    For the ND, and all our existing direct-fit kits, we will be utilizing our compact baffled oil catch can. This component has proven to be extremely effective at separating oil/fuel byproduct in numerous applications.

    This catch can has numerous features that

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  5. ND Miata Oil Cooler R&D, Part 2: Bracket Completion and Sandwich Plate Details

    ND Miata Oil Cooler R&D, Part 2: Bracket Completion and Sandwich Plate Details

    Interested in purchasing our new ND Miata direct-fit oil cooler kit? Check out our product page linked below!

    Mishimoto Mazda Miata Oil Cooler Kit!

    Not long ago we posted some initial details regarding plans for our direct-fit Miata oil cooler solution. We've been hard at work on our design, with hopes that our end product will provide optimal oil temperatures for track junkies.

    Final Bracket Design

    Last time, we constructed two mounting brackets for our kit. We prefer three mounting points for optimal rigidity. This Miata oil cooler is going to see quite a bit of airflow, so we want to ensure the cooler mounts can handle this force. Below is a shot of our third bracket, which ties into the passenger side of the radiator support.

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  6. ND Miata Catch Can R&D, Part 1: Evaluation of PCV System

    ND Miata Catch Can R&D, Part 1: Evaluation of PCV System

    Interested in purchasing our new ND Miata catch can system? Check out our product page linked below!

    Mishimoto Mazda Miata Baffled Oil Catch Can Kit!

    If you've been keeping an eye on our blog or posts on the forums, you would notice some recent attention on ND Miata R&D. We have big goals to improve air inhalation for the 2.0L by way of a high-flow intake system, and we are knee deep in an awesome oil cooler setup, which will keep fluid temperatures in-check during track driving. Although this project might not be as neat in terms of testing data and added performance, it is equally important.

    Why a Catch Can?

    Catch cans and direct injection go together like Miatas and R-comps. You might not think you need it, but once installed, you won't want it removed. We've been designing direct-fit catch can systems for quite some time, for a variety

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  7. ND Miata Oil Cooler R&D, Part 1: Plans and Bracket Fabrication

    ND Miata Oil Cooler R&D, Part 1: Plans and Bracket Fabrication

    Interested in purchasing our new ND Miata direct-fit oil cooler kit? Check out our product page linked below!

    Mishimoto Mazda Miata Oil Cooler Kit!

    It's hard to doubt the upcoming success of the new Miata. Previous generations have provided enthusiasts with an amazing chassis that continues to dominate the racing world and bring smiles to the faces of owners around the globe. With the new model comes some weight shedding and a new power plant. Reviews from a variety of sources have revealed that Mazda did things right, just as we all figured they would. The only issue is that this model was not released sooner!

    We've had our test vehicle in the shop for a few weeks now, with some exciting new product development underway. A big thank you to the vehicle owner for letting us borrow her Miata! Our intake design is coming along nicely, we have a direct-fit catch can in the works, and

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  8. Mishimoto Dyno Tests a 2016 ND Miata

    Mishimoto Dyno Tests a 2016 ND Miata

    Some exciting things are happening at Mishimoto.

    We have a brand new 2016 ND Miata in for Product Development and wanted to give you a quick look into what's to come.

    One important part of any testing is to get a proper baseline. For this project, that meant hooking up the car to the dyno and seeing how much power it would make. Since this is a brand new car, and the first ND many of us had seen in person, we decided to capture the occasion on video and share it with the community.

    Now, what you've been waiting for:

    Thanks for reading and we hope you enjoyed the video/images.

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