LS1 Miata

[Gordz32]

Hey guys, I know its not a pt car but do you think it can be done space wise. Anyone familiar with these cars. It would make for a really fun car with lots of handling/suspension aftermarket. LS1/t56/in a really really small cheap car. TEll me what you think

[XcYZ]

If you can get it stuffed in there, it will be bad fast!

[Steve68]

There was a company that made the Monster Miata's Ford 302 with a 5 spd and a 8.8 rear I've seen a couple damn fast, but the LS1 would be better much lighter

[ProTouring442]

Originally Posted by Gordz32

Hey guys, I know its not a pt car but do you think it can be done space wise. Anyone familiar with these cars. It would make for a really fun car with lots of handling/suspension aftermarket. LS1/t56/in a really really small cheap car. TEll me what you think

Do some research on Monster Miatas. They have Ford 302s in them, and if the 302 fits, I can't imagine the LSx wouldn't. You can also find some info in what they use to make the drivetrain hold. I think they use Thunderbird center sections for the rear suspension. Obviously you will need to do something about the brakes, but I would bet there are kits out there for that as well.

My wife has a Miata, and I've always thought a nice Chevy 4.3 or the supercharged 3.8 out of a FWD Bonneville or such would make a cool swap.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill
'72 442 "Inamorata"
www.FQuick.com/ProTouring442

[Jimmy Sean]

It's been done look here, http://forum.miata.net/vb/forumdisplay.php?f=38

[Sales@Dutchboys]

Miata forums lol

[McssGmachine]

I think there's a few on LS1Tech.com.

[Mizfit]

Quick search on tech:

1. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showth...ighlight=miata

2. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showth...ighlight=miata

3. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showth...ighlight=miata

Hope this helps

Taylor

[Budnik Wheels]

I know the monster miatas race at laguna seca, of course you could just get a Saturn Sky with an LS7.

http://www.mallettcars.com/sky-conversion.htm

-jason