Looking for some advice - should I replace my alternator with one that is
a) rebuilt
b) used
c) new one from a dealer (is this really new or rebuilt?)

I have an 02 Miata (stock suspension).  Every time I go over
a significant bump, the rear view mirror flops downward at
the joint on the back of the mirror.  Is there any way to
tighten up that joint?

'92 White A/LS rear
Driver rear caliper problem.
The emergency wasn't holding on hills after a rotor and pad change (ceramics
and slots). Tried to adjust the emergency to get the engagement a little

I recently bought a used Mazda 323 Executive (1996 model, 1.8 ang
engine) . My problem is that it did not come with an owner's manual.
Being a complete idiot when it comes to cars, I badly need an owner's
manual to know which fluid needs topping up after X number of miles,

The driver's side window on my '97 Miata has been acting sluggish and
apparently drawing lots of amps lately.  At first I thought that the
window and/or mechanism needed to be lubricated, but the dealer said
that the motor was in decline and needed replacement.

Anyone with auto trans (6 speed) what do you think.   Dave

Anybody know how to find out if my 1997 MX5 (sr limited) has the standard or
sports suspension ?
I need new rear shocks but Im not sure what to get.
Cheers

I have a tough one. I have a 1993 Miata, with the 1.6L (obviously).
There is a hose that runs from the thermostat housing down teh front of
the block, and connects to an "elbow" or "barb" or "tube" that comes
out of the block. What is the part number for that "elbow," "tube," or

I own a 1990 Mazda Miata and it failed its smog test. Does anyone have any
troubleshooting tips?
Thanks!

I saw the relatively recent thread on lubing the speedo (at least I
think it was here), and tried to lubricate mine today. The problem I has
is that the housing on the end of the cable was sealed so that I
coudln't get any of the spray lube to go into the cable. Anyone have any

Ok... Dumb question. How do the headlight bulds come out on my 2000??
I tried turning them but they don't seem to want to go and I don't
want to force it if I'm doing it wrong. Please respond before dark :)

Seems this is accepted to post here, if not someone please berate me a bit
;-) As I've mentioned here, I took the NB plunge (and I have a newer /
slightly different smile that I cannot wipe off my face!). I'll try to give
a bit of a run down on the car here, if anyone is ...

Just another quick post to thank everyone again for their help.  I
visited my local Mazda dealership today and had the light checked out.
Indeed, it is the catalytic converter.  You guys just saved me
$1500!!!!

I've decided it's time to replace my my 90b. While I was heavily tempted
to get the NC, I'm opting for an NB (mainly to keep costs down and I
like some of the NB styling over the NC).
The car is in the Las Vegas area and is sold as is/where is. The car is

A Black 1996 Mazda Miata with 86,000 original miles, new top with 5
year warranty,back cut valves, polished and ported exaust matched to
headers with tuned exaust, ballanced rods and crank, 8 lb. flywheel, 2
stage racing clutch, monster air intake,17 in. wheels. 3,000 miles on