This video is the first of a new series on my 1991 NA Mazda Miata! I'm on a mission to go "OEM+" meaning I want to keep the original character of the car, but just improve it a bit in all the key areas and enhance the driving experience in the real world.
In this video, I replace my old, worn out motor mounts with new Mazda Competition (also known as Mazdaspeed) rubber mounts. They are supposedly 40% stiffer than the stock mounts, which should allow for crisper throttle response and better gear changes, while not adding too much vibration or harshness to the ride. I got mine through Moss Miata: [ Ссылка ]
I was able to do this installation by myself in the driveway with a jack and a pair of jack stands. It was a bit tricky at times, and I had to remove or loosen a few engine components to get enough clearance, but in the end I was triumphant. My hope is that the things I learned along the way will be useful to you if you decide to tackle this job yourself.
I am happy with the new mounts, they are a subtle upgrade that help the car feel a little sportier, without ruining the comfort level. I would reccommend them if your old mounts are already worn out, and you want a small upgrade for a mostly street-driven Miata.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
1:07 - Raising Car & Loosening Mounts
3:54 - Tips from Future Andrew
5:17 - Raising Engine & Removing RH Mount
6:48 - Replacing RH Mount
8:49 - Removing LH Mount
12:20 - Replacing LH Mount
14:51 - How to line everything up again!
17:40 - Torqing & Reassembly
18:50 - Driving Impressions & Conclusion
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