How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5

By: Keith Tanner .

Description

Since it's production more than 20 years ago, the Mazda Miata has captured the imaginations of countless motoring enthusiasts. It's a great car in stock form, but the MX-5 begs to be modified, whether for enhanced performance or simply to personalize its appearance. Whether you're headed to a roadracing circuit, the local autocross course, or that curvy road on the way home, you can tailor your Miata to best suit your goals, and How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5 provides the road map you need.

Miata expert, mechanic, and racer Keith Tanner guides you through the most cost-effective, performance-improving products and modifications available for the Miata. Whether you've considered simple bolt-on projects such as cold air intake or exhaust systems, or are interested in a substantial power upgrade employing a turbo or engine swap, Tanner answers all your questions with practical, easy-to-understand information that will prevent you from making a costly mistake. Other common modifications discussed include wheels and tires, brakes, suspension, and safety equipment.

Whatever your desire for high-performance upgrades for your Miata, you're sure to find all the information you need in How to Build a High-Performance Mazda Miata MX-5!

• Modify and tune your Miata for maximum performance
• Add power with a turbo or supercharger
• Improve cornering ability with suspension upgrades
• Reduce stopping distance with big brake kits
• Bolt in V-8 power with an engine swap

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