Miata owners beware...

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@HiroshimaSpirit 7 жыл бұрын

You broke your windows for this vid. That's hardcore. I like your style.

@bigern79 7 жыл бұрын

Just bought a hardtop. 2nd reference to one being stolen I've stumbled on in the past 12 hours. Paranoid as all hell now. Thanks Greg! :)

@devon-tl8ew 7 жыл бұрын

Ruben Alanis LMAO!!

@dracolich345 7 жыл бұрын

LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!

@amoulet69 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, me too. Watched the video and purchased the kit already... thanks

@BESIMXCARS 7 жыл бұрын

Next Video: How to replace your Miata's windows after your hardtop was stolen! Good video though!

@Almighty_cornholio 7 жыл бұрын

What a waste of perfectly good glass #miatawindowglasslivesmatter

@RetroExhibitCollective 7 жыл бұрын

I had my hard top stolen this January. Right in front of my apartment. Driver side window busted. Woke up and looked outside at my car and no top. Thought I was dreaming. I'm glad you made a video on this.

@justinpliskin2919 27 күн бұрын

What state was it in?

@luisnavarrete8961 7 жыл бұрын

You broke your windows just to film this? Lol

@GearHeadsGarageChannel 7 жыл бұрын

They only take about 20 mins to replace.

@robertoferreira6368 7 жыл бұрын

GearHeads Garage Still excessive for a video. 😂

@GearHeadsGarageChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Nah, they are real cheap to get used ones in good shape. He got an extra pair from my car.

@robertoferreira6368 7 жыл бұрын

GearHeads Garage I know you can. I have a miata lol. regardless it's still quite dumb imo.

@GearHeadsGarageChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Greg was going out of his way to make an entertaining video for his audience. Obviously most people enjoyed the entertainment, why are you looking for reasons to give him grief?

@trevorhoffman3351 7 жыл бұрын

Last year someone stole my soft top. The funny thing is that my doors were locked and there was no signs of them picking the lock. I believe they slashed my top open and then stole it. K..kinda defeats the purpose.

@donotforgetthis2 7 жыл бұрын

soft tops take forever to take out

@123glass7 7 жыл бұрын

Trevor Hoffman on my 96 M if u lock the passenger door then open it and shut it ...it unlocks i think its a safty mech. for if u lock your keys in your car maybe u left your car unlocked

@bobbypatton4903 7 жыл бұрын

Trevor Hoffman you know about having to keep the door handle open while closing the door to get it to lock, right?

@Legends 7 жыл бұрын

Bobby Patton when I first found that out, it made life easier locking the doors

@Leo9ine 7 жыл бұрын

Bobby Patton Holy shit that's how you lock the doors? I've been fumbling with my key in the snow and forgetting which way is lock vs unlock this whole time...

@calesaurage 7 жыл бұрын

DAMN GREG! you da realest for breaking both of the windows just for the video!

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Only at TCPC :) I figured it added a nice touch.

@calesaurage 7 жыл бұрын

I had a dream that my hardtop got stolen after watching this video :(

@TheDerrpyPanda 7 жыл бұрын

Your thumbnail scared me man, I really thought you got finessed

@GoonChief 7 жыл бұрын

yoo me too haha

@steveflow1332 6 жыл бұрын

Fitment Flow - I like your vocab

@joemomma2629 5 жыл бұрын

Steve Flow 100%

@ThisMarv 7 жыл бұрын

Why did they smash the glass? His drivers door was unlocked :D

@juanfranco7533 7 жыл бұрын

i straight thought 2fast 2 furious reference hahah

@Kvn_e36 7 жыл бұрын

Potato Skinz XD

@tjrizvi251 7 жыл бұрын

"Put your blouse back on"

@thegenerousdegenerate9395 7 жыл бұрын

Who'da thought al Qaida was in the miata top market. :-P

@jakel3333 7 жыл бұрын

That poor baby was probably scared :'(

@NoviceGarage 7 жыл бұрын

I hope garage star reimbursed you for those shattered windows LOL was not expecting that.

@Imaboss8ball 7 жыл бұрын

it's not free advertisement. there is obviously a discount code listed meaning this was a sponsored video.

@Ryukachoo 7 жыл бұрын

garage star's kit is alright but i much prefer the spec miata kit, it holds the hardtop on TIGHT, which noticeably boosts chassis rigidity and reduces hardtop squeaks and rattles to almost zero

@calvincoberly7741 6 жыл бұрын

Ryukachoo Where did you find this kit?

@Matt-yy3uy 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome, man. Thanks for making this video. I'm about to pick-up my first Miata and I'm going to order this kit.

@ReggieRed91 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Never knew that was possible. I'm glad I decided not to swap my soft top for a hard tip now, since I don't live in the best neighborhood. Much appreciated.

@JaredWilbanks 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It helped clear up where to connect the bottom of the rear bracket. I removed the striker and thought that the screw for the lower part of the bracket went through one of those holes, only there was no way that was going to happen, lol. Haven't driven it yet to see if I got it all snug enough, but very happy with them so far. The piece of mind is worth the investment! Thanks for the discount code too!

@jamesfriar952 7 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be getting this once I get my Miata. Thanx for the informative video.

@TheTomco11 4 жыл бұрын

My 91 V special came with a hard top from the factory, it had the side latches but not the side strike plates and it never had any issues

@christianshook5405 7 жыл бұрын

Hey I have a top tip for anyone of you using the stock latches I agree they rattle a lot so I just put a piece of the soft side of Velcro inside of the latch and it solved all my issues

@MrShiver55 7 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to test them. That hardtop rattling makes me go insane :D

@OfficialMouaStar 7 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for a discount code! Thank you and Kenjo.

@dzzzzbutube 4 жыл бұрын

I had huge trouble getting the latch and striker screws undone due to the loctite on the threads. Eventually I made a shaped tip for a soldering iron to heat the screws up and soften the loctite. Maybe the earlier cars had no loctite?

@2ndhansmok147 5 жыл бұрын

Gonna use the vid as a guide for my install. Good stuff.

@charlesmcgehee3227 6 жыл бұрын

Shopping for a factory black hard top for my 2001. Like the Garagestar hardware. But the "theft" of your top was hilarious. My whole face was hurting.

@andrewcowden9704 7 жыл бұрын

Note for those with early 90 cars (those built '89), you may find that your striker bolts are #3 phllips heads and not T40s. I suggest using a impact screw driver to remove them without a lot of headaches.

@craig7111 7 жыл бұрын

good stuff. Ive been using hard top brackets ever since i got a hardtop. Some track organizations wont let you on the track without them.

@Bader.mobarak 7 жыл бұрын

Yes Please do a video on how to install side striker plates, I really feel uncomfortable driving without them lol

@tako8198 7 жыл бұрын

Lol I'm good I don't have a hard top

@TheS13browe 7 жыл бұрын

Well now you know how to get one.

@tako8198 7 жыл бұрын

TheS13browe lol

@tako8198 7 жыл бұрын

***** yea

@Svsqvz 6 жыл бұрын

Same lol

@johnny-bracer6515 6 жыл бұрын

just found your channel today, 3rd video of yours I've watched, thumbs up again, and JUST subscribed

@TheKurtsPlaceChannel 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice video and fun to watch. Have a nice day.

@charlescook5437 7 жыл бұрын

Damnit Jeff now people are gonna get the idea to steal my hardtop thanks bro

@mackie_p 7 жыл бұрын

Awe man that sucks, love the vids and keep up the good work!!

@kCI251 4 жыл бұрын

Always get your VIN etched in the glass window of a hardtop. Love the lock kit.

@davidmartin1231 6 жыл бұрын

It seems the pro of this kit compared to a spec kit is that you don't need to cut the side panels. Is that right? I'm trying to find a kit to hold mine securely and my panels are frankenstein enough after installing a roll bar.

@dizzyknutsak9462 6 жыл бұрын

A 2 way alarm to go along with that install would be great also 😎

@KianPalmer 7 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to keep the stock front latches to get a good seal without needing a second person and then installing the rear brackets only?

@justmechanicthings 7 жыл бұрын

would it be better to find somewhere on the top to mount an eye somewhere on the frame to chain and padlock the roof to the body? like somewhere behind the driver? at least that way you'll still have a relatively quick release roof.

@savagewatts8284 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea

@Badger_S197 7 жыл бұрын

There are some welded-in nuts behind the body panel where the side strikers go. Those and a couple Zip ties can do some magic to temporarily secure the top. Held up many track days without budging ;)

@IvanAmerson760 7 жыл бұрын

I know that parking lot. where the drive up to the big miata meet in Santa Ana started. good times. I had a blast.

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Haha different part of town but similar lot structure. I'm still going to try to host another meet before the year is over.

@IvanAmerson760 7 жыл бұрын

TheCarPassionChannel I might have to sit this one out. still have a few boost leaks to chase down. thinking about just pulling the engine again to make it easier this time. and I need to replace my heater core. kinda blew up about a month ago. made a huge mess on my drivers side floorboard.

@skypeon1 7 жыл бұрын

how much did the replacement windows cost? :D

@nikolisgti4378 7 жыл бұрын

Great intro, subbed. Keep it up.

@dogsay1078 7 жыл бұрын

What did they throw at the window ? Spark plug ceramic ?

@vicn17 2 жыл бұрын

Now I know how to get a hardtop, thanks!

@matthewbeach2952 3 жыл бұрын

What about the brackets on the outside of the car, do you need tools to take them off?

@tatertoter1234 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Greg, I know there's probably already a bunch of info online on this but I would be interested in a video about picking the right wheels, tires and spacers for your miata. Thanks!

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

That's a good idea for sure, I've been wanting to do a similar video to that, it's just a matter of making it entertaining haha. It would be awesome to do it at a Miata meet to show people what several different fitments look like.

@tatertoter1234 7 жыл бұрын

If you end up doing that I look forward to it. Thanks for the quick response!

@revlimiternet 7 жыл бұрын

I've got some slightly more exotic security hardware in my store. I'll send you a set.

@davidsmith9045 7 жыл бұрын

hey do you know anythinkg about alignments. i just put a new lca on an dont know if turning the front or rear cam clockwise or counter clockwise will give me a better rider ive tey a few but cant get it right. nice vid i alway ride top down but summer over ,now theres snow.

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

The rear LCA adjustment bolts adjust both camber and toe at the same time, it's really a good idea to get an alignment from a shop if you've replaced one. Toe out in the rear will make the car less stable

@freshboosted2569 7 жыл бұрын

Definitely will buy one if I get a Maita, lots of hard tops get stolen near where places I go

@DILLYBAR31869 5 жыл бұрын

Hey man! Did you buy the car with the hardtop on? Or did you buy it aftermarket or used?

@brandondurbin7279 7 жыл бұрын

they make a lock for the hard top called toploc

@96trollz 7 жыл бұрын

I think the jass performance ones are much better. I've got them myself and they seem to look more beefier than the garage star ones, especially the side mounting plates.

@mgamma5001 7 жыл бұрын

Hey G the code doesn't work anymore, do you think they will give you a new one? what was the discount amount?

@AramysFS7 3 жыл бұрын

Hold up can these brackets work with a soft top? Most of us soft top boys/girls got messed up latches that leak when it rains 😭

@isidrotechdecker 7 жыл бұрын

Not recommended? What can happen? I don't have side strikers

@shauncampbell969 4 жыл бұрын

Question, for each year there's another roof clamp? Shaun of NYC

@jacksonwalton7404 7 жыл бұрын

What rims do you have on the daily (aka not broke and boosted)

@saber0089 7 жыл бұрын

What do I do if it was stolen before I bought the car?

@Mefrom_Here 7 жыл бұрын

I ended up buying an s2000 last year around this time I was looking in to getting a miata

@Yowzoe 7 жыл бұрын

hardtopbrackets2016 code "has expired" at the site. Do you have a new code, or can you get one please? ty

@africandude7583 7 жыл бұрын

Hey which suspension are you running on the broke and boosted? I just bought a Miata not too long ago

@iwanta69rs 7 жыл бұрын

should definately put some anti seize on that hardware if you ever want to take them out again.....galled up stainless is a major pain to remove

@devinmoodley4061 7 жыл бұрын

Don't those latches also help compress the rubber, making the top seal better? Feel like those bracket wouldn't do much in that regard

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

It helps to have 2 people to install them so you can compress the seal and tighten the bolts.

@IvanOoze1990 7 жыл бұрын

Did they use a spark plug to break the windows?

@jackmydmax8792 7 жыл бұрын

New vid tomorrow how to replace door glass ?

@ELMRB 7 жыл бұрын

this happen to me like two weeks ago, on my montego blue!!!😭

@GearHeadsGarageChannel 7 жыл бұрын

May Marley Miata's Windows live on in glory through #BrokeandBoosted!

@DeathBlossom385 7 жыл бұрын

I have a second gen and it didnt come with a hardtop. I've been wanting one and i dont trust ebay too much. do you know where i can get one from a trusted area?

@ROGUESPIRIT_ 5 жыл бұрын

should have left one of the latches in the front while doing the other side and then you would have more clamping force

@ronniepickering3711 7 жыл бұрын

How long is the discount code valid for???? I haven't got my miata yet but I'm close!!!

@PedroGarcia-zh3lx 7 жыл бұрын

can I ask what happened to the other Miata ? Kinda miss it

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Don't worry man she's gonna come back stronger than ever.

@MrPurestock63 7 жыл бұрын

Show us how to replace the windows now.. 😂

@KevinSmith-xt8xr 7 жыл бұрын

i will add a alarm as well

@manuelpedroza4569 7 жыл бұрын

got mine stolen Christmas night in San Jose bay area hard tops beware

@liamcoffey1150 7 жыл бұрын

Greg, not sure if you will know (bcuz NA life) but will these work on NB miatas? I know there is a snap in that same place on the side NB, but is it the same size?

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if all of the hardware is identical, but I know the tops are the same. You may want to check the GS website to see if the NB kit is different but I believe it's the same?

@TheRpenn99 7 жыл бұрын

You finally fixed it! No more anxiety

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Hahaha. I was nervous about it too, lol.

@TheRpenn99 7 жыл бұрын

i pointed it out not too long ago, how noisy is your hardtop? because mine is so squeeky

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

The top was squeaky and the latches rattled constantly. The car is so much nicer to drive now.

@Aladdin5cave 7 жыл бұрын

The hardest part is removing the factory torx screws as they're locktite to the top. You need to heat them up before trying to unscrew them. Otherwise you will round the screw and then have to drill it out.

@anggahartoto 5 жыл бұрын

So both hard tops and soft tops are dangerous

@benwilson224 6 жыл бұрын

4:28 not ocd... just curiosity about weight savings, but awesome video!!

@kdog7779 7 жыл бұрын

Pretty dope!

@diverhose 5 жыл бұрын

WoW!!!! You broke your windows just for the video!!! You got my attention and I don't even own a hard top! ADMIRABLE!!!

@lakai958 3 жыл бұрын

im surprised that nobody has designed latches with locks

@herbertlopez3348 5 жыл бұрын

is it easy to steal a roof top from a 2018 miata?

@WOWSERSWILL 7 жыл бұрын

*** It should be noted that the bolts for the OEM front latches have red/blue lock tight on them from the factory. The bolts they used strip VERY easily, and if they strip you get to go through the fun process of drilling them out. To be safe i used a heat gun to heat the screws up and melt the lock tight after i noticed the screws start to deform***

@TheCarPassionChannel 7 жыл бұрын

Dang I must have been lucky, mine came right out.

@WOWSERSWILL 7 жыл бұрын

Heres a thread discussing it and showing how to put hardtop brackets on. Might want to add something in the video description about the bolts stripping/ deforming. Apparently happens quite frequently. www.miata.net/garage/Hardtop_Permanent/

@derekmartin3585 7 жыл бұрын

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