xaero_81's B6T/G25MR Build Thread

[crazyrog17]

I know I missed the boat but I just caught up with the thread... I love those VX wheels.

LOVE LOVE LOVE. :love7: ... a lot.

Oh! Let me know if/when you need helping hands

[chrisofna]

IIRC the Miata VC gasket is the same as the B6 gasket

I couldn't get mine to fit my valve cover.

[Rocketman]

IIRC the Miata VC gasket is the same as the B6 gasket

[chrisofna]

Be warned with the miata gasket kits, if you wanna change your throttle body gasket and valve cover gasket, you'll have to buy those separate for the B6T. Those are Miata specific.

[91blufestiva]

I've heard of more than one person buying the ebay kit, then just using all the gaskets, but using a name brand Head Gasket instead of the one included in the kit.

[Rocketman]

this is the kit i bought

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130450274452&viewitem=#ht_1698wt_958

look similar to the one you have listed, the kit i got looks decent and came with a MLS exhaust manifold gasket, it would be nice if the kit had a MLS head gasket but it doesnt, i would buy the kit like mine and find a oem head gasket or something better like a cometic

I bought a cheap eBay kit in the past - I had issues with the head gasket, the high pressure oil port blew out the side and I was losing 2qts a week until I found time to pop the head off and replace it. Rest of the gaskets worked fine, keep in mind Miata t/b gaskets are different

Fel-Pro head gasket was very good quality. Won't be doing an ebay cheapie again.

[Hot_Wheels]

this is the kit i bought

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130450274452&viewitem=#ht_1698wt_958

look similar to the one you have listed, the kit i got looks decent and came with a MLS exhaust manifold gasket, it would be nice if the kit had a MLS head gasket but it doesnt, i would buy the kit like mine and find a oem head gasket or something better like a cometic

[Maxtiva]

Car's looking great !!! Keep us update.

Maxim

[Damkid]

.I don't plan on having V6+T numbers so I doubt I will venture outside a G-series. Even with the LSD I would assume I would break tires before my transmission.

Oh you don't need a V6+T to break G series tranny's lol

[xaero_81]

That's basically the same clutch I have and you hate it.

Actually after having driven my Yaris for a couple of months I decided your clutch isn't too stiff at all. My only prior comparison was my worn Festiva one.

i want an Mfactory diff as well although i've never seen any used ones for sale

Eventually if i get more horsepower then my tranny can handle, i may look into a better tranny, not a mazda one though

I've been looking around to no avail so I may just have to bite the bullet. I've seen them as little as $650 shipped new whereas Mfactory direct sells them for $669 plus shipping I think.

I don't plan on having V6+T numbers so I doubt I will venture outside a G-series. Even with the LSD I would assume I would break tires before my transmission.

[Damkid]

i want an Mfactory diff as well although i've never seen any used ones for sale

Eventually if i get more horsepower then my tranny can handle, i may look into a better tranny, not a mazda one though

[bhazard]

That's basically the same clutch I have and you hate it.

[xaero_81]

Getting ready to spend some tax money for a full gasket kit.

Thinking of this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180617721594&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

Also still debating on whether or not to get Raceland Coilovers. These:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140511717341&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

Also want one of these. Not sure about the 2.5" though.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170594820463&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

And maybe this, although my stock clutch is fine.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150527826527&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

Mainly looking for opinions on the Rock Products gasket set but thoughts on anything else is appreciated. Will be doing a timing belt kit and water pump as well.

Edit: Oh, and I'm somewhat thinking of the Mfactory LSD if I can find one for less than retail ($669). Trying to prevent the Achilles heel of the standard engine swapped Festiva.

Thanks,
Donny

[xaero_81]

Lookin good! Was cool getting to meet you over the summer. I envy that shop you have to work in there...

Thanks! Looking forward to one of those Capri meets that Brad went to earlier this year. I have Capri fever right now and am sort of looking to buy one, so keep your eyes peeled for me. Will likely want another Rocketchip if I find a daily XR2. Yeah the shop's great, until last year though I had to rough it in the driveway. I know your pain.

[Rocketman]

Lookin good! Was cool getting to meet you over the summer. I envy that shop you have to work in there...