V8 roadsters forum Having spoken to many gearheads, the consensus is there needs to be a straight-forward way for the average person with a toolbox to do their own V8 conversion . We’ve heard horror stories of leakage from earlier V8 Roadsters pans, but ours had beautiful welds and a flat flange, and hasn’t leaked a drop. Nov 22, 2019 · V8 roadsters offers LFX kits for the NC Miata and RX-8. I am in the process of ecotec swapping for more power and have some concerns about the rigity of the car after removing the PPF. Mar 8, 2010 · V8 Roadsters has a set of fender braces for a about $250. Mar 8, 2010 · I would recommend using the Camaro lfx v6 engine. Jan 9, 2025 · Re: V8 Roadsters LS3 RX8 Build « Reply #43 on: November 08, 2017, 06:58:41 AM » I've got the V8 Roadsters front sway bar, and I haven't had any rubbing with the wheels I have on it now. I contacted Steve and Shandelle over at V8R and started discussing the what their kit offered and I like what I heard. My only concern is the 95A durometer bushings. Mar 8, 2010 · Hey, wanted to check if anyone in the forum has experience with the V8R tubular subframes for the BP engines. Soon they'll have one for the NC. I hadn't heard too much about them but ordered one since I already had the engine out. We have converted 75+ Monster Miatas in the past 30 years. The short answer is simply cost versus efficiency. Another great roadster event. general notices, announcements, invitations, & social stuff (like meets & car shows) 1005 Aug 21, 2022 · Forums. on the v8 66's. mobile app The intention is to build a smallblock ford powered seven type car to have on the road but too also hill climb, sprint and track day. B. Over the course of a few months I ended up convincing them to let me test their Beta kit for them. An image would be very helpful here. Specializing in LS V8 Conversions, LFX V6 Conversions, Miatia Suspension and Brakes - MADE IN THE USA Apr 2, 2025 · V8 Roadsters had been working on a kit but it wasn't set for release yet. The instructions were vague in a couple of ways: 1. A. Discussions, tips, and questions relating to: Performance engineering, design, and theory. Mar 8, 2010 · I'm looking for more camber and the V8 Roadsters control arms from 949 Racing and Flyin' Miata are attractive for their additional range of adjustment as well as for the drop of 3 lb per corner. But as brother Greasemonkey said, doubt many would be able to tell the Jan 3, 2016 · When I talked to Jeff about his 66 V8 Roadster, he told me no one has been able to locate any brochures, books, literature, etc. Mar 8, 2010 · V8 Roadsters supplied the engine mounts, drive shaft, half shafts as well as modifying my half frames and steering rack. If I haven't said thanks to them publicly in the past, let me say it now, Thanks V8 Roadsters. As good as Paco's? Doubtful. M. Mar 8, 2010 · V8 Roadsters Battery Relocation kit NC Power mods Man, this is some really comprehensive forum! _____ "Speed limits are like herpes"-- Jeremy Clarkson '06 GG Shop MX5 NA + NB Miata Performance Parts & Upgrades Engine Swap Kits & Conversion Parts MX5 NA + NB Products by Category Popular Mazda MX5 NA & NB Jun 17, 2021 · v8 Miata Forum - Home of the v8 Miata Conversion; v8Miata - Classifieds; Parts For Sale; V8 Roadsters Remote Filter/Cooler Oil Pan for sale. What I'd really like to see in an RX-8 is a 6 cylinder that sounds like this. 00; V8 Roadsters Accepts the Following: Horsepower is. The Resource For All Things Datsun Roadster S211/SPL212/310/311 Datsun Sports Roadster 1959-April 1970 circa 40,000 produced V8 Roadster Kit? Engine Conversions. Engine Conversions Interested in dropping a V8 into a Miata shell? This section is for discussion on all issues related to conversions. Very nice start, meeting Dave and Linda and having dinner with them, planing the weekend with both the roadster group and my family at the track. Oct 17, 2010 · Jim Stabe Jim Stabe San Diego, Ca (830 posts) Registered: 02/28/2009 10:01AM Main British Car: 1966 MGB Roadster 350 LT1 Chevy Oct 17, 2010 · Jim Stabe Jim Stabe San Diego, Ca (830 posts) Registered: 02/28/2009 10:01AM Main British Car: 1966 MGB Roadster 350 LT1 Chevy Jan 29, 2024 · NoRotors. Using only the finest components to ensure you have a Miata that will do everything to its absolute best, V8R Spec is ready to build you your dream machine. If you search this site you will find NUMEROUS discussion threads on the relative virtues of these and a few other options. olwe on Aug 23, 2022. The other two, Boss Frog and Flyin' Miata/V8 Roadsters sell various parts to put a Chevy LSx V8 into a Miata. However, I've had a bunch of fitment issues with it, and wanted to see if there were known issues and any solutions. V8 Miata Engines; V8 Miata Drivetrains; V8 Miata Chassis and Suspension; V8 Miata Exhaust; V8 Miata Wiring, Electrical, and ECUs; V8 Miata Safety, Legal, & Emissions; Build Threads Mar 8, 2010 · Seriously considering a full running gear 2010+ SS Camaro swap into a 2006 - 2008 utilizing V8 roadster parts. Exocet Miata LSx V8 Mounting Kit $ 1,315. Along the way a friend of mine has been showing interest so he has bitten the bullet so there are two cars of the same spec being built along side each other. 0L mustang v6 . (hope our v8 roadster still won even with the sympathy votes. Engine, Meet Transmission Jun 14, 2019 · Datsun Roadster Forum-311s. Nice end with the show and shine and the evening party. Oct 17, 2010 · Jim Stabe Jim Stabe San Diego, Ca (830 posts) Registered: 02/28/2009 10:01AM Main British Car: 1966 MGB Roadster 350 LT1 Chevy After I got them, I printed the instructions from the V8 Roadsters site. Ford started producing the v8 after the books had been printed I guess. My week didn't go as planned,as many of you know. I used a 4. There is no mention of what you're supposed to do with the brake/fuel line Mar 8, 2010 · Search for comments on this topic or "getrag" by ls6-mx5, who is Steve from V8 Roadsters. Include several smaller pieces and timely advice with the package. Either one is quite capable of doing the job in a Miata with any horsepower you are likely to throw at it. Introductions; V8 Miata Conversion FAQs and Builder Resources; v8Miata - Construction, Performance & Tuning. I am looking for some build threads or blogs from others to help research and learn from others efforts. ) Hey, New to the forums. Jeff told me his 66 restoration is based off the 67 v8 literature that Ford put out. Forums Threads Posts Last Post; The BritishV8 Pub. He is hands down the most knowledgeable person on this forum on the subject. NA/NB V8 Conversions Horsepower is a beautiful thing, especially when you have a turn-key NA or NB V8R Spec converted Miata. Oct 1, 2016 · Cool build, I am looking forward to seeing you and the roadster at Wildwood next year Sent from my SM-G900V using The H. org. 00; V8R ND Miata Sound Tube Delete Kit $ 35. com - RX7 Engine Swap Forum » Author Topic: V8 Roadsters LS3 RX8 Build (Read 29664 times) FC3S Murray. V8 Roadsters makes a kit for the NB. It is a passion of ours. For this reason we were inspired to produce the "Easy to Understand" V8 Conversion Kit Instruction Re: V8 Roadsters LS3 RX8 Build « Reply #28 on: December 13, 2014, 08:52:40 PM » I got the engine back in the car today and took a bunch of measurements for my last attempt at find a set of off the shelf long tubes. Been lurking in the shadows for the past few months, Picked up a mint 94 NA8 for 1800 a few months ago. Because life after the build is the best part! Road Atlanta April 24-26, 2015 - BE THERE! Circuit of The Americas MVP Track Time 2020 Track Miata engine conversion and performance specialist. They've apparently got the CANBUS worked out so that the gauges and controls work, too. They just say to line the front edge up with a seam on the underbody, but there are a couple of seams. 2. Flyin' Miata will even take your Miata and return to you a completed "turn key" V8 Miata. 00 – $ 1,315. I would've used the lfx instead if I had known about it when I started my swap in May 2010. Launching! Posts: 1991; View Gallery; Feb 27, 2020 · The V8 Roadsters kit includes a brand-new LFX pan that’s been modified to better fit the Miata, so our next step was swapping it onto our engine. v8Miata - Getting Started. ummuuqxxxucjjpnansmpmokbwxgnvybxgudpjmwgnshbtdwybhjxbkmzhgoesukkwczpighdttdaw