Build: exocet #30Overcoming MegaSquirt Start Up and Idle IssuesWe new nothing about engine tuning before we installed the MegaSquirt MS3Pro PnP and we were expecting we would need to learn and experiment a lot before the Exocet would run well. For
Build: exocet #30MegaSquirting the ExocetWe decided early on we would eventually go forced induction and one of the first steps before doing so is to upgrade to an aftermarket standalone ECU. The MegaSquirt ECU is among the
Build: exocet #30Adding a Front GrilleWe were getting worried about our radiator as it was getting little dents in the fins with all the high velocity rocks flying into it. To add a level of protection, we decided
Build: exocet #30Solving the Ticking Noise with an Oil CoolerAfter each track day, we’ve noticed that the engine would develop a pretty loud ticking noise. We would flush the engine, rebuild the 96’ Miata’s Hydraulic Lifters, and replace the oil with Mobile
Build: exocet #30California Street LegalWe had started the whole California DMV process to register the Exocet for road use back in May but it took until now to finally get all the paperwork through.
Build: exocet #30Switching to Momo Foot PedalsThe previous RAZO foot pedals we installed were a source of endless frustrations as they were way too large for the cramped footwell of the Exocet.
Build: exocet #30Closing up the Hole Below the WindshieldOne of the improvements we’ve been meaning to make is to close up the hole below the windshield. The windshield that we had installed floated in the middle of the cockpit and does
Build: exocet #30Upgrading the Suspension SystemOn our first track day, we felt the Exocet had a lot of body roll while turning aggressively which isn’t a surprise since we are still using OEM shocks and springs.
Build: exocet #30First Track Day at Laguna Seca RacewayWe have been working on the Exocet for over 2 years now and today is the day we finally test out all our hard work on the Exocet at a track.
Build: exocet #30Cars and Coffee ... and CrapWe are just days away from our first track weekend at Laguna Seca Raceway so we took the car out for a final endurance run to ensure the Exocet could survive the two