Category Archives: Problems

Waterpump fitment issues

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Dom

Unfortunately the paint didn’t stick to the head and flaked off. I jetwashed the paint off re-painted, using etch primer this time. Whilst waiting for it to dry, I tackled the waterpump. Immediately, I had an issue where the inlet … Continue reading →

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Dilemma – to use the MSBP or not

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Dom

One of the benefits of using a mk2.5 block over a mk1 or mk2 is that it comes with a Main Bearing Support Plate (MSBP). Essentially this is an uprated windage tray that sits between the sump and the block. … Continue reading →

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Brake pads glazed

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Dom

Another victim of the Abingdon track day (that wouldn’t become apparent until the next time I drove it) were the brake pads. The heat put into them (they were smoking at the end of each session) wasn’t handled particularly well … Continue reading →

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Battery mount failure

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Dom

I had a problem on the last track day I did (Abingdon April 2014). I learned to brake harder and later. Mid afternoon, and with a passenger for maximum effect, the car cut out after a corner. After coasting to … Continue reading →

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Chasing the elusive coolant leak

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Dom

Ever since the car was built (and technically before whilst the engine was in the MX5) there’s always been a coolant leak of some sort. I fixed most of them whilst the engine was out during the build but one … Continue reading →

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