Catching up with Bob's NA8C

It's been a while since we last looked at Bob's Miata. Since then, we've gone through two engine changes, from ITB to turbo, and in the future, back to non turbo.

Bob's NA back in 2023 / 2024

Of course, there have been some good things happening besides the engine losses. In recent years, Bob has been looking for a more classic roadster look. You could say the machine used to be quite "hotboi."

Right now, it's sitting pretty sadly in the corner of the shed. The engine is on its way to Hummelink Modifications for a complete overhaul. During the last weekender, it blew.

Left to right; The previous engine (built by Hummelink) Bob's NA in Luxembourg (with a broken egine), Bob's NA on the way back home.

Despite being in the corner, things are happening. For example, the subframe (front and rear) has been removed from under the car to be blasted, powdercoated, and fitted with new poly bushings.

Then the brakes will be completely overhauled. Although they'll retain the NA8C format, they'll be a bit "sportier" than the previous versions.

In addition, Bob has been restoring his Trial type S front bumper. And scooped up a Thrash Racing steering wheel!

The Trail type S bumper being restored to it's glory!

Besides that, Bob sold his CST Demon Cambers to Lucas!

Who is making them fit with Car Make Corns fenders, Exciting!

The plan for Bob's wheels is a more classic (less chrome) and narrower wheel, so the car gets a bit less stance and a bit more function!

The old 'livery' will also be maing space for something new!

Interior

-M2 motorsport GTS bucket seats

-Takata Drift III harness

-Thrash Racing Rampage steering wheel

-GCR3 rollbar

-Jackie Ickx helmet horn button

-AEM uego series x AFR guage -Dash mat

Exterior -Trail type S front bumper

-DoD Skirts and rear bumper

-Wings West boot spoiler

Wheels and Tires

-T.B.D.

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

-255/251mm stock NA8 brakes (EBC)

-HSD Coilovers

-OEM Front Strut Brace

Engine

-BP-4W (bluid by Hummelink)

-Flattop intake

-IL morotsport 42mm Aluminium radiator

-Skidnation coolant reroute

-MegaSquirt MSPNP2

Drivetrain

-Torsen I diff

-5 speed gearbox