Holy crap - this is exactly what I've been wanting to do! I hate the glare off of the silver plastic.
@SeanStettnichsКүн бұрын
@@nahornig exactly! I think it looks a lot nicer too!
@Bonsai-Miata20203 күн бұрын
Should have shown removing the housings , not skipping to done lol
@SeanStettnichs3 күн бұрын
@@Bonsai-Miata2020 thanks for the feedback! It's a finicky process, and I didn't want to rush it for the sake of the video, so I just explained it then did it myself haha
@artiemurillo473 күн бұрын
thank you so much!! great video
@SeanStettnichs3 күн бұрын
Glad I could help! Thanks for the kind words!
@drdfunk6 күн бұрын
does this effect only manual or can this work also on automatic NDs?
@drdfunk6 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs right on! Will do, getting my 2018 rf gt on Monday! (although several other commenters elsewhere claim none of the automatic transmissions come with the sound maker. so maybe i'm already good to go :)
@SeanStettnichs6 күн бұрын
@@drdfunk I just did a little forum digging, and the other folks are correct; no sound tube on autos. You should be all set! 👍 forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=750605
@thiefcycle7 күн бұрын
My 2011 MX-5 has the same mirror 😉
@SeanStettnichs7 күн бұрын
@@thiefcycle good to know! I hope this video is applicable for the NC generation as well then! 👍
@thiefcycle7 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs it is! Forgot to mention that 😅
@Fyre07 күн бұрын
I have the same problem from when I was messing around with some interior ambient lighting strip on the driver's side door, I put the door panel back on and there's an awful gap from the glass up by the steering wheel. I pulled off and put it back on twice and couldn't get it to lay flat against the glass like this. Gonna have to go at it again but this time mindful of those "hooks" at the top and that extra plastic panel you pointed out below the window. Thank you!
@SeanStettnichs7 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear you're experiencing the same issues I had been. Take your time and seat the top of the panel first. It should seal up nice and tight for you. Hope the video helps! 👍
@michal58699 күн бұрын
Hi could you post the direct link to this "Faces" from the movie, I can't find this one yellow.
@SeanStettnichs9 күн бұрын
@@michal5869 these were special ordered from Revlimiter.net. The link to the website is in the description to find the standard options. 👍
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
I notice u have bilstein b6/4600 monotube shocks on ur Miata. How’s the ride quality and the handling? Did it reduce the body roll really well?
@SeanStettnichs12 күн бұрын
@@toyotabrony these are just the stock Bilsteins that come with the Clubs, 2019 GTS, or manual GT models (2020 or newer). I think they're great for stock suspension. Ride is really good for a sports car, but still stiff enough to have some fun. If you wanted to track the car I would invest in some quality aftermarket suspension.
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs mine is a 2015 lifted Scion xB. I prefer bilstein b6 for better handling and daily use. Same goes for Tacoma that 4600 are stock shocks. But it can also be as aftermarket. In a Scion xB category, the the monotube shocks are purely upgrade.
@SeanStettnichs12 күн бұрын
@@toyotabrony got it that makes sense. I think these are still an upgrade over the standard MX-5 shocks from the Sport trim or automatic GTs.
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs in that case it’s probably a twin tube shocks. Which is common for any small vehicles.
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
Auxito FTW🤟🏼🤟🏼
@SeanStettnichs12 күн бұрын
So far so good!
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs with 6W led. They will last for quite a few years ❤️🔥
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
While the festoon led bulbs is a good upgrade. Those will not last. I say that because with good amount of power. There’s no heatsink to dissipate heat properly. And it will start flickering. In my experience with brishine for roughly 4 months. They started to flicker. For reliability and longevity, I would go for sylvania standard led festoon bulbs: Or if u want the high performance festoon led bulbs that’s design properly, definitely considered Lasfit - L series.l festoon led. For 28mm size, it only uses 3 pieces of 3030 SMD led chips. And it makes 2.8W per bulb. And we have them on our vehicles. My god what a major punch of light. For license plate light. U want soenthing that’s truly reliable and definitely brighter than a stock. Highly recommend Sylvania zevo T10. It has a diffuse lens which it disburse the light output. Or u want to make them brighter. Pop the diffuse lens to expose a single SMD led. Which honestly, 1 led is enough for the license plate lights. Right now ur enjoying ur nice led ligirjt upgrade. So enjoy them man. But these are my recommendations that to my honest opinion, u deserve better quality that’s truly worth ur money. So put them on ur list, if anything goes wrong. My 3 top recommendations for 90% of the vehicle, is Lasfit, Auxito, and Sylvania led and Sylvania zevo led for the lifetime warranty.
@SeanStettnichs12 күн бұрын
Great! Thank you for the recommendation! 👍
@toyotabrony12 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs Hakuna matata 😎🤟🏼
@sevenmarc14 күн бұрын
Great job! I’ve never liked that shiny trim. It always looks dirty and smudgy! I might have to give this a shot.
@SeanStettnichs14 күн бұрын
@@sevenmarc totally agree! The previous owner of my ND2 also set their keys in the cubby which inadvertently scratched the silver trim lightly. This new black look hides the scratches AND matches the interior better, IMHO.
@rejeneratefurnitureart520514 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. I’m glad you gave a lot of details.
@SeanStettnichs14 күн бұрын
@@rejeneratefurnitureart5205 absolutely! I hope it can assist in mounting this exhaust on your own MX-5! 👍
@Panischristofi15 күн бұрын
Nice video!
@SeanStettnichs15 күн бұрын
@@Panischristofi thank you!
@TwilightLynk17 күн бұрын
Seems oddly specific that there are three perfect slots and two ledges to fit a shelf into that area to begin with. Mazda was too cheap to put in a shelf themselves as standard?
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
@@TwilightLynk completely agree! Quite the coincidence.
@DaveSimkus17 күн бұрын
Is the removal process exactly the same for the other badges around the car?
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
It should be the same or similar for all other badges. Again, be careful to mask off any paint around the badges and heat up the badges to help loosen the adhesive before carefully prying them up. I hope this helps!
@r33517 күн бұрын
will this work for a fiat 124
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
Great question! Based on some quick research I did from the Fiat 124 forums, I see there is someone that has installed these Revlimiter gauges on their Fiat 124. They went with a yellow face as well for the tach (like in this video). When making your order, I would highly recommend noting you have a Fiat 124 to ensure there aren't any small adjustments/tweaks that need to be made. Adam was super responsive and was very easy to work with in the process. While I'm not affiliated with Revlimiter.net (and I also paid full retail price + extra for custom design time) for these gauges, it would be cool to mention my name - Sean Stettnichs - in your inquiry. I told Adam I would create a "how-to" video when I ordered these gauges. I'm sure he'd like to know it helped him out too. Good luck! It'd be cool to see how yours turn out too on the 124!
@kavalere17 күн бұрын
Did you notice any difference once installed?
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
@@kavalere I have not pushed the car hard enough prior to installing these bushings to observe a difference in rigidity or handling. I have noticed a more solid "thud" in closing the doors. I also feel the doors require slightly more force to close all the way - not much, just a little bit.
@OxilamAffiliate17 күн бұрын
Good video sharing, bro! Are you interested in reviewing other car LED lighting bulbs? If yes, is there any way to connect with you?
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
@@OxilamAffiliate yes, I would be interested in testing/reviewing other LED lights as well.
@OxilamAffiliate17 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs Then how can I reach out you?
@federiconalos820218 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. The finished job is awesome in profile look and sound. When shopping for my 2024 MX5 RF GT, two things are absolutely required. 1. Only red in color and 2, must have a quad exhaust tips. After three months of active delearship engagement and even wanting to "special" order the car, I went ahead and wrote a check for Soul Red RF without the quad exhaust tips. Mazda does not make them with quad tips according to the delearship. I was also told that any after sale mods would affect the warranty on the car. I wrote an out-the-door check for the car. This is my second two-seater car, the first a dark blue 62 MGB and my fourth convertible with a 65 Mustang the first. Also a T-Top Nissan Pulsar. So, what is the price range for the modification? Can or will the delearship do the mod? Is there a reputable garage in my area that would do the quality work like yours? Thank you and would appreciate your response.
@SeanStettnichs18 күн бұрын
@@federiconalos8202 thank you! I thought it turned out very well. I, too, really feel Mazda should have made these cars with quad tips from the factory. I also have an e46 BMW M3. I left the factory exhaust alone as it already looks great (quad tips). This project was a little intimidating at first since you have to cut the factory bumper cover (irreversible), but now that the job is done I can say it wasn't that difficult. Patience is key! My car is a 2020 with 42,000+ miles, so I wasn't concerned about the factory warranty. As far as your warranty goes, you can put the factory exhaust back on easily since this mod is axle-back only. The bumper cutout would still be there of course, but I can't see how that would have any impact on warranty work (if needed). I'm sure just about any local mechanic or exhaust shop would be able to complete this mod for you. Where are you located? My biggest worry about someone else doing the work would be how much time they spend on the bumper cutout. It might be expensive to have someone do it for you...OR worse yet, they might not make the cuts as clean. Mine isn't perfect, but it's very close to the OEM cutout. The exhaust in the video was about $550 shipped from Italy to Iowa. Exchange rates and your location will likely impact that price. I had shopped dual (or quad) exhausts a lot before buying this one, and it was definitely on the lower side in terms of cost compared to others. I hope this info helps! Good luck! 👍
@federiconalos820218 күн бұрын
thank you so much for your quick response. I'm in northeastern Florida, and my car is almost 3 months old with 293 miles. I envy the look of the quad exhaust tips on your car. Perfect alignment as far as I can see. This alignment will be the crucial concern. I will be showing your "how to" video to a garage owner and mechanic who is trustworthy and decide from there. Again, thank you so much for the video.
@SeanStettnichs17 күн бұрын
@@federiconalos8202 great idea! I hope the project goes well for you. Enjoy the new ride!
@craig869218 күн бұрын
One of the first major mods that I did to my ND2 RF was install a GReddy SP Supreme axle-back exhaust. The stock muffler sounds like a sewing machine! The GReddy sounds deep and growly. It’s a bit louder now due to the HKS GT2 Supercharger, Skunk2 header and Magnaflow mid-pipe. I had considered the Ulter exhaust/diffuser but had already paid for the Mazda aero package ‘diffuser, so didn’t want to bin that.
@SeanStettnichs18 күн бұрын
@@craig8692 nice! Sounds like you have a very well-sorted setup! Don't blame you on not wanting to cut away the appearance package rear diffuser. I had a hard enough time deciding to cut the standard bumper cover! I'm very happy with the end result, though! 😃
@jeffreyarmitage516319 күн бұрын
Thank you, Sean. Such an important tip to access the wiring harness from the steering column area.
@SeanStettnichs19 күн бұрын
@@jeffreyarmitage5163 yes, I've seen others show the process from the footwell area. While this is necessary for early ND owners, I thought some might benefit trying this method of going under the steering column like I did. Seemed to make the job easier! I appreciate the good words! 😃
@jeffreyarmitage516319 күн бұрын
Thank you, Sean. Thoughtful presentation.
@SeanStettnichs19 күн бұрын
@@jeffreyarmitage5163 thank you for the kind words. Glad you liked it!
@JanKowalski-hz7tw19 күн бұрын
Masakra. To powinno tam być na stale
@kavalere20 күн бұрын
Thank you….also we have the same first name :)
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@kavalere what a coincidence!
@kavalere20 күн бұрын
So did you need to add a resistor? I added new LED bulbs but they flashed at double the speed because of no resister.
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@kavalere great question! I had already installed rear LED turn signals prior to these front LED bulbs, so I already had two 5 ohm resistors installed in the rear harness. Once you have one set (of two, one on each side) resistors installed, you do not need to add any more. I hope this helps!
@kavalere20 күн бұрын
I like this
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@kavalere thanks! I really like it, too! 👍
@kavalere20 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs So to me the only downside is putting screw holes in the stock grill yeah? I have a 2022 GT also in White.
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@kavalere yes, that is correct. Only minor downside would be putting in the three screws. The two on the sides are in the matte black structural plastic, not the glossy plastic. So those holes are negligible as they are hardly visible. The center screw does create a small hole in the glossy plastic of the factory grill. Likely would be hard to notice if you wanted to revert to stock, but would still be there nonetheless. Since you know it's there, you would see it. 🤣
@kavalere6 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs One other question, when I look at this grille online it has a little Zunsport badge on the drivers side of the grille. I noticed you don't have that on yours. Did you remove it? I wouldn't buy it if I can't take that off. Thanks.
@SeanStettnichs6 күн бұрын
@@kavalere great question! I custom-ordered my Zunsport grill without the badge by putting a note in the comments/notes section on the online order page. If you buy the grill without specifying you don't want the Zunsport badge, it will be impossible to fully remove (even if you blacked out the logo or found a way to pull it off the grill mesh, the spot for the logo will always be there). I completely agree with your preferences too; I would not have purchased this grill if I didn't have the option to remove the logo. I hope this helps!
@beachuk200020 күн бұрын
i've installed a similer one and it's a little thing but made me very happy as the old one bloody hurt my elbow where it just landed
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@beachuk2000 I was a little skeptical at first due to cost, but I've been very happy with this modification and would spend the money again without hesitation. Glad to hear yours is a welcomed upgrade as well! 😀
@beachuk200020 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs when its a daily driven the little comfert mods just make you smile. the other 2 things i'd recomend are getting Carplay set up and get the window controller to get auto up and windoe roof controls just make it better
@SeanStettnichs20 күн бұрын
@@beachuk2000 awesome, thank you for the recommendations!
@kavalere21 күн бұрын
meh
@SeanStettnichs21 күн бұрын
@@kavalere to each their own! 👍
@billkrause542823 күн бұрын
You excluded the ND3 is the 2024 not able to be modded?
@SeanStettnichs23 күн бұрын
@@billkrause5428 The 2024+ has a different style altogether. The reverse lights are in the taillight housing, inside the circular part of the taillight. I also think they are LEDs to start, so less incentive to replace them! 👍
@billkrause542823 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs Thank you. My car is still in transit, order placed 22 April. So, I have a set of LEDs to be spared.
@SeanStettnichs23 күн бұрын
@@billkrause5428 very cool! There are some nice upgrades with the ND3. I'm big into lighting, and I think the OEM headlights/taillights are great on the ND3! Enjoy!
@mikeb956924 күн бұрын
I've done this with the carbon fiber version. I recommend your next upgrade to be replacing the vinyl shifter and p-brake covers for matching leather. Redline Goods has just what you need.
@SeanStettnichs24 күн бұрын
@@mikeb9569 I'll check those out!
@mikeb956924 күн бұрын
I used the padded armrest kit from Redline Goods to the same effect. This looks easier as I had to glue the leather to the foam and had to reuse the original lid, but I used memory foam and it feels great. Since you're already in there, I recommend replacing the shifter and parking break vinyl with matching leather (Redline Goods) for a more upscale look.
@SeanStettnichs24 күн бұрын
@@mikeb9569 nice! I'll have to check that out. Same with the shifter/e-brake leather!
@jssw361825 күн бұрын
Using tape is what I did for centering. Also the screws holding the pocket that the bushing goes into MUST BE FLUSH otherwise you go crazy trying to get the adjustment right.
@SeanStettnichs14 күн бұрын
Great point - thank you for commenting!
@jssw361814 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs I put baby powder all over bushing. slammed door several times.
@jssw361814 күн бұрын
where powder dissappeared is where screw was hitting it. little careful sanding on bushing and vola..door closed great. I could not drive
@jssw361814 күн бұрын
pocket screw totally flush.
@SeanStettnichs14 күн бұрын
@@jssw3618 awesome idea with the baby powder as well to help troubleshoot where the rubbing/binding was happening. I may try the same with mine if I ever experience issues. Thanks again!
@jeff8ball25 күн бұрын
Nice Job. Thanks for the video.
@SeanStettnichs25 күн бұрын
@@jeff8ball Thanks for the good words! Glad you enjoyed it! 👍
@bricksbeersbeards936827 күн бұрын
might be cool to replace trunk or interior light with ones that are red to match my soul red paint...
@SeanStettnichs27 күн бұрын
@@bricksbeersbeards9368 that would be really sweet! Great idea!
@theazzy877929 күн бұрын
I also have a white ND, and i wraped my shifter trim in white, i like how it looks, but i was having second thoughts about wraping it black, and this video just convinced me. Great video bro
@SeanStettnichs29 күн бұрын
@@theazzy8779 thanks for the good words! I also thought white would look really good but decided I'd go with a more subtle look with the matte black. The best part is you can always change your mind and swap it back for cheap!
@BlahBlahBleh31729 күн бұрын
Would be nice to hear the difference between the before and after :)
@SeanStettnichs29 күн бұрын
@@BlahBlahBleh317 totally agree! Unfortunately, others have tried to measure or record the sound difference without success, so I decided to keep my video limited to just the "how to" process. To me, the sound difference in the cabin is negligible, but the visual upgrade in your engine bay is well worth the $30, in my humble opinion! 😀
@hesersuАй бұрын
Oops! The Roadster goes where the MX-5 is.
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@hesersu I'm well aware. I did this intentionally, as I don't mind the MX-5 badge. I'm not the first to do it this way and likely won't be the last! I'd much rather have the Roadster badge than the Skyactive badge. 😀
@evoviiiyou83123 күн бұрын
He meant to say, “the factory JDM application has the “roadster” badge where the MX-5 goes.” “If you are aware then enjoy and I felt the need to share my knowledge to you. No judgement”. ❤ I don’t get peoples posts these days…like they missed the class about contributing in truth and positivity
@SeanStettnichs23 күн бұрын
@@evoviiiyou831 thanks for the good words! 👍
@evoviiiyou83123 күн бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs Also I love how it looks and turned out bruh! Nice work
@SeanStettnichs23 күн бұрын
@@evoviiiyou831 Thanks! I'm really happy with it too! Definitely a welcomed improvement from the SkyActive badge in my opinion!
@gwpeoplesАй бұрын
I'm gonna do the same thing except I got a badge that has the old school "Miata" logo from the NA. I don't know why Mazda (and other automakers) think it's cool to put a badge for their engine tech on the car. There's nothing cool about SKYACTIVG
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@gwpeoples Nice! Sounds like a great idea! Hopefully this video can still assist. I completely agree about the Skyactiv badging. Under the hood? Okay, fine. On the rear of the car? No thanks. 😎
@federiconalos8202Ай бұрын
Looks great. However, a separate exhaust tips (left and right sides), which I tried to get unsuccessfully even through the special order method would make my RF soul red crystal metallic GT 2024 look balanced. Beautiful car. Almost like my 62 MGB!
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@federiconalos8202 nice! That's awesome! Those MGB's are great! I have a dual exhaust on order from Italy. Hopefully it arrives soon. I'll be sure to make another video. 😁
@amigodesignsАй бұрын
I don't own a miata yet, but really digging into buying one in the near future. I think along the fiat 124 I've watched tons and tons of videos on youtube. I know the 124 isn't that different in many aspects, but you can see how much content there is about the mx5 nd, something like your video proves it and makes me realised that yes, indeed the Miata is always the answer. Thanks for sharing this video, I hope I'll never need it but if I do at least you got me covered!
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@amigodesigns Thanks for the good words! I've only had mine a week, but it's been nothing but a joy so far!
@amigodesignsАй бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs Congrats! Enjoy it and may it be by your for a long long time!
@tasi2008Ай бұрын
thx
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@tasi2008 happy to help!
@loamhogger8859Ай бұрын
The Video couldn't be better thank you very much. Now I finally know how to adjust the Shift Change Lights.
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@loamhogger8859 happy to help!
@trconssenatorАй бұрын
Will I have to use race gas if I make this modification?
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
@@trconssenator Not necessary but certainly encouraged! 🤣
@trconssenatorАй бұрын
Right answer! Thanks for the video.
@hectorcolon9423Ай бұрын
Nice I was having trouble with that let's go try ot lol ty again
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
Glad I was able to help!
@user-dj5ng6cc5oАй бұрын
What’s up the 1/2 inch holes you covered arnt you supposed to have a tube to connect them or are they supposed to be closed off? I’m trying to stunt it out and add a “clean air mod”
@SeanStettnichsАй бұрын
Sorry, I no longer have the bike anymore to check. It's been over ten years since I had the bike in this video.
@takingu2skoo4622 ай бұрын
Didnt show me how
@SeanStettnichs2 ай бұрын
Is there something in particular you need help with the video didn't show?
@jenniortiz34612 ай бұрын
I think a 17 mill. Bolt Right ? Lol ..I am new to all this but I heard you mention that the tool needed to open it was a 17
@SeanStettnichs14 күн бұрын
Yes, 17mm is the drain plug bolt size on my CRF50F from this video. I hope the video was able to assist!
@jenniortiz34612 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tutorial do you know what size bolt that is my son's fell out ...and I need to replace it....I appreciate the feed back!
@SeanStettnichs2 ай бұрын
I don't have the bike anymore to check unfortunately, however I would very carefully test out some different metric bolts until you've found the right one. Don't force it and make sure the bolt you're testing is metric. Just because the bolt head might be a 17mm doesn't necessarily mean the bolt itself is the right size.
@chaz2235Ай бұрын
@@SeanStettnichs call your local motorcycle shop is also an option
@EdmondLac3 ай бұрын
Hello, do you mind to let me know how long is the brake cable that you're working on? Thanks!
@SeanStettnichs3 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, I do not have the bike anymore to measure this cable. Sorry!
@codylippi77073 ай бұрын
Installing it with the spring is so hard
@BC123-co2zp20 күн бұрын
tip the bike on the side
@BC123-co2zp20 күн бұрын
it will drop right where you need it
@rynobomb12344 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info!! Was struggling to get the new spring to work and using the old one it popped right on!