Track your ND

Should I Get an Oil Cooler?

By -KentBigDog
Posted on May 28, 2021February 18, 2025
Posted in Mazda MX5

If you track your 2016+ ND MX5, you should strongly consider an oil cooler. The ND runs the oil very hot. When I started tracking my car, I did some tests. Since the ND doesn’t come with an oil temperature sensor, I needed to check it myself. I installed a sandwich plate with an oil

My Brake System Journey

By -KentBigDog
Posted on May 23, 2021February 18, 2025
Posted in Mazda MX5
3 Comments

When I first took my car on track, I used the stock calipers and rotors. I did change out the pads and fluid. After a few track days, I decided upgrading the brakes would be prudent. Stopping the car seems to me to be one of the most important things on track. My home track

Installing a Lithium Battery in an MX5

By -KentBigDog
Posted on May 21, 2021February 18, 2025
Posted in Mazda MX5
4 Comments

I just lost 21 lbs. I replaced my OEM battery with an AntiGravity ATX12-HD RE-START Battery and quickly shed 21 pounds from the front of my car. The size and weight of the battery were shocking when I saw it for the first time. The OEM battery measures 9 x 5 x 8 inches and

SakeBomb Variable Brake Booster Controller Review

By -KentBigDog
Posted on August 27, 2019February 18, 2025
Posted in Mazda MX5
8 Comments

If you want to improve the brake feel in your track car, the SakeBomb Garage Variable Brake Booster Controller is worth a look. It's used to fine-tune brake feel.