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jebinc · 11th November 2006, 20:06

Did you see it??? Yes, that yellow orb in the sky! I spent most of the day driving around - Top down

Hope you all did as well

Non PNW folks: We had our first dry day in some time, but the rain is forecast to return this evening ... 10 day forecast is rain everyday

Fallout · 11th November 2006, 20:07

I sure did! I motored around Kirkland and the barren areas north! <3 <3 <3 <3

jebinc · 11th November 2006, 20:12

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Originally Posted by Fallout

I sure did! I motored around Kirkland and the barren areas north! <3 <3 <3 <3

I started motoring around Everett and Snohomish, then drove down to Renton where I washed my car over at sailawayrb's house. I then, slowly, worked my way north

LissaM · 11th November 2006, 20:20

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Originally Posted by jebinc

Did you see it??? Yes, that yellow orb in the sky! I spent most of the day driving around - Top down

Hope you all did as well

Non PNW folks: We had our first dry day in some time, but the rain is forecast to return this evening ... 10 day forecast is rain everyday

Except for color, we have the same car (at least, as it came from the factory!). Alas, my little beauty spent the day in the garage as I had other commitments. Hope you had a good drive!

Sailawayrb · 11th November 2006, 21:06

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Originally Posted by LissaM

Except for color, we have the same car (at least, as it came from the factory!). Alas, my little beauty spent the day in the garage as I had other commitments. Hope you had a good drive!

I had the same problem. Some guy with same car as mine parked in my drive-way and blocked my car from getting out while he washed his car... What nerve!

GT Veloce · 11th November 2006, 21:55

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Originally Posted by Sailawayrb

I had the same problem. Some guy with same car as mine parked in my drive-way and blocked my car from getting out while he washed his car... What nerve!

How rude!
Yes, I heard about the "sun", that bright orb that graced your sodden skies. My daughter called to announce it's rare presence... Enjoy!

humfrz · 12th November 2006, 00:29

Ya well, my timing sucked - I scheduled myself to work today.........

humfrz

jebinc · 12th November 2006, 00:34

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Originally Posted by humfrz

Ya well, my timing sucked - I scheduled myself to work today.........

humfrz

Well, ya win some, ya lose some

humfrz · 12th November 2006, 03:51

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Originally Posted by jebinc

Well, ya win some, ya lose some

Hey, jebinc, ya got an aftermarket exhaust on that machine of yours?

humfrz

jebinc · 12th November 2006, 12:11

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Originally Posted by humfrz

Hey, jebinc, ya got an aftermarket exhaust on that machine of yours?

humfrz

I do not (at this point). I have many other mods, but not that one. I'm not sure if the added noise is worth it or not. Yeah, I know I could put in the glass baffles, but then what would be the point (other than dropping $400 to get muffer that is polished). Why do you ask?

Smooth Operator · 12th November 2006, 12:24

If you got up early you would have seen a pale unheated orb, with a zillion sparklers all around. Yes we had a nice Saturday.

Did you sleep through Thursday? The West Sound was dry all day!

jebinc · 12th November 2006, 12:34

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Originally Posted by Smooth Operator

If you got up early you would have seen a pale unheated orb, with a zillion sparklers all around. Yes we had a nice Saturday.

Did you sleep through Thursday? The West Sound was dry all day!

I think you meant Wednesay - And no, I didn't sleep in; I took the day off from work and crusied with the top down!!! I also invited sailawayrb to do the same but he decided work was more important

Smooth Operator · 12th November 2006, 12:44

NO! Wed. was Ok untill a bit after 11 on the way home and it rained the rest of the day. Thursday clouds (not rain) till it was sunny in the afternoon. No rain till around 5. Then monsoon through Friday. I am in the West Sound so my weather might be a bit different.

humfrz · 12th November 2006, 12:44

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Originally Posted by jebinc

I do not (at this point). I have many other mods, but not that one. I'm not sure if the added noise is worth it or not. Yeah, I know I could put in the glass baffles, but then what would be the point (other than dropping $400 to get muffer that is polished). Why do you ask?

Why do I ask? - curiosity.

"noise"? Oh.....my

OK, I've got to clam down...............

I will be publishing a dissertation later today, on my research involving the RoadsterSport exhaust system and available options, which will include my non quantifiable data, observations and recommendations. Stay hooked up to the Internet - cause it's gonna be interesting and informative.....

humfrz

humfrz · 12th November 2006, 12:51

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Originally Posted by Smooth Operator

...................... I am in the West Sound so my weather might be a bit different.

Yep, a big

Ya'll know, as well as I do, it can be raining on one side of the street around here and the sun shining on the other side of the street. That is why Mazda made the tops on our NCs so quick and easy to put up and down................

humfrz

jebinc · 12th November 2006, 12:53

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Originally Posted by humfrz

Stay hooked up to the Internet - cause it's gonna be interesting and informative.....

humfrz

I look forward to reading it. Perhaps it will help me decide....

Sailawayrb · 12th November 2006, 18:07

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Originally Posted by humfrz

"noise"? Oh.....my

OK, I've got to clam down...............
humfrz

Please forgive my brother, he is young and knows not what he says and does at times...

As you know Humfrz, it takes many years of experience and acquired wisdom to fully appreciate the true Roadster sound that only the RS exhaust can produce with our NCs.

Hey, the bride and I watched The Graduate last night (Netflix). It was pretty cool seeing and listening to Benjamin's red Alfa Romeo convertible again with surround sound. I couldn't believe it has been 40 years since that movie was released.

humfrz · 13th November 2006, 01:26

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Originally Posted by Sailawayrb

Please forgive my brother, he is young and knows not what he says and does at times...

As you know Humfrz, it takes many years of experience and acquired wisdom to fully appreciate the true Roadster sound that only the RS exhaust can produce with our NCs.

Hey, the bride and I watched The Graduate last night (Netflix). It was pretty cool seeing and listening to Benjamin's red Alfa Romeo convertible again with surround sound. I couldn't believe it has been 40 years since that movie was released.

Yep, I know, I have a couple of younger brothers............

Yes! The true roadster sound..........NC + RS comes close.......

The Graduate......oh yes, Mrs. Robinson.........Hmmmm..........

humfrz

Heelntoe · 13th November 2006, 02:24

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Originally Posted by jebinc

Did you see it??? Yes, that yellow orb in the sky! I spent most of the day driving around - Top down

Hope you all did as well

<sigh> No, I did not. I was already out with my wife and kids (do the math...we were definitely not in the MX-5) running some errands when the skies cleared.

I finally caved, though. After nearly two weeks with my new car and two weeks of terrible weather, my daughter and I washed my car for the first time this afternoon. In the rain. I just couldn't stand the caked-on leaves and pine needles behind the wheels any more.

Such is car care in the Pacific Northwest in November, I guess...

humfrz · 13th November 2006, 03:39

[QUOTE=Heelntoe ..................I just couldn't stand the caked-on leaves and pine needles behind the wheels any more.
[/QUOTE]

Don't those pine needles just love NCs......................

humfrz

jebinc · 13th November 2006, 09:42

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Originally Posted by Heelntoe

<sigh> No, I did not. I was already out with my wife and kids (do the math...we were definitely not in the MX-5) running some errands when the skies cleared.

I finally caved, though. After nearly two weeks with my new car and two weeks of terrible weather, my daughter and I washed my car for the first time this afternoon. In the rain. I just couldn't stand the caked-on leaves and pine needles behind the wheels any more.

Such is car care in the Pacific Northwest in November, I guess...

I feel your pain and did the same thing yesterday (rinsed the pine needles off after a nice spirited drive.... in the rain...)!!

DaveShep006 · 13th November 2006, 10:17

As a former Washintonian, I sympothize with you're plight, in the PNW. Last time I was up your way was Aug of '99 to take my, now, ex-wife to Ft. Lewis Madigan Army Hospital to get her tubes untide..... That was close! But Alas it was bright and sunny! But as I recall my ex-wife had on a jacket.
I showed her Point Defiance and from there the Sound to Narrows Bridge. It was cool because I had the oportunity to show her where I grew up. Was stationed at Mt. Home AFB, Idaho at the time.

Well, I pray for the Bright warm orb for you guys!

jebinc · 13th November 2006, 10:31

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Originally Posted by DaveShep006

As a former Washintonian, I sympothize with you're plight, in the PNW. Last time I was up your way was Aug of '99 to take my, now, ex-wife to Ft. Lewis Madigan Army Hospital to get her tubes untide..... That was close! But Alas it was bright and sunny! But as I recall my ex-wife had on a jacket.
I showed her Point Defiance and from there the Sound to Narrows Bridge. It was cool because I had the oportunity to show her where I grew up. Was stationed at Mt. Home AFB, Idaho at the time.

Well, I pray for the Bright warm orb for you guys!

Thank you for your prayers!

Sailawayrb · 13th November 2006, 11:28

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Originally Posted by Heelntoe

<sigh> I just couldn't stand the caked-on leaves and pine needles behind the wheels any more.

Such is car care in the Pacific Northwest in November, I guess...

Hey Heelntoe, make sure you read up about our NC drain system and keep it clean. The only thing worse than leaves and pine needles in the wheel wells are leaves and pine needles with a few inches of water in your trunk.

Here are some excellent threads on this subject:

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread...light=nc+drain

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread...light=nc+drain

http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread...light=nc+drain

jebinc · 14th November 2006, 00:03

While it's still raining here, the mail person was good to me today... they delivered numerous mod parts to my home!! (Fumoto valve, Zeta armrest, LED lights for the rear license plate, and my Redline black leather boots) - My report on these items:

Love the LED lights (installed), and Fumoto valve (and adapter)

Like the Zeta (installed), but it looks like it cost $.99 to make. The profit margin on this must be close to infinity!!

Not overly impressed with my $60 Redline boots. The shifter boot is not folded over and sewn like the picture on the web or like the e-brake boot. For the price, I expected a lot more. Give this mod a "value score" of 4 (out of 10). The leather quality is okay but....

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11th November 2006, 20:06	#1
jebinc Sixth Gear Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Western Washington 2006 GG GT Posts: 5,628	Pacific Northwest owners Did you see it??? Yes, that yellow orb in the sky! I spent most of the day driving around - Top down Hope you all did as well Non PNW folks: We had our first dry day in some time, but the rain is forecast to return this evening ... 10 day forecast is rain everyday __________________ 2006 GT 6MT (GG/Blk) - 1SP, PP2, RSP, AABest Carpet, Nautilus, Redline boots, Voodoo, Zeta, Fumoto, LEDs, Eibach Sways, Wet Okoles, 3.5" SS tips

12th November 2006, 12:24	#11
Smooth Operator Fifth gear Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: North Wet, WA Posts: 2,203	If you got up early you would have seen a pale unheated orb, with a zillion sparklers all around. Yes we had a nice Saturday. Did you sleep through Thursday? The West Sound was dry all day! __________________ 'Cracklin Rosie' CR PRHT GT PP2 Sp Enjoy every day. If that isn't good enough, enjoy it two or three times

12th November 2006, 12:44	#13
Smooth Operator Fifth gear Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: North Wet, WA Posts: 2,203	NO! Wed. was Ok untill a bit after 11 on the way home and it rained the rest of the day. Thursday clouds (not rain) till it was sunny in the afternoon. No rain till around 5. Then monsoon through Friday. I am in the West Sound so my weather might be a bit different. __________________ 'Cracklin Rosie' CR PRHT GT PP2 Sp Enjoy every day. If that isn't good enough, enjoy it two or three times

13th November 2006, 10:17	#22
DaveShep006 Fourth gear Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 1,285	As a former Washintonian, I sympothize with you're plight, in the PNW. Last time I was up your way was Aug of '99 to take my, now, ex-wife to Ft. Lewis Madigan Army Hospital to get her tubes untide..... That was close! But Alas it was bright and sunny! But as I recall my ex-wife had on a jacket. I showed her Point Defiance and from there the Sound to Narrows Bridge. It was cool because I had the oportunity to show her where I grew up. Was stationed at Mt. Home AFB, Idaho at the time. Well, I pray for the Bright warm orb for you guys! __________________ 2006 MX-5 GT Galaxy Gray/ PP2/ Bilstein; Tinted, Debdgd, Eibach Spgs, RX-8 "Yellow" Sways ,Nautilus, VooDoo, RS Exhst, Custom 2 1/2 MidPipe, Hitch.

11th November 2006, 20:07	#2
Fallout Second gear Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 201	I sure did! I motored around Kirkland and the barren areas north! <3 <3 <3 <3

12th November 2006, 00:29	#7
humfrz Wheels flew off Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 32,730	Ya well, my timing sucked - I scheduled myself to work today......... humfrz

13th November 2006, 03:39	#20
humfrz Wheels flew off Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 32,730	[QUOTE=Heelntoe ..................I just couldn't stand the caked-on leaves and pine needles behind the wheels any more. [/QUOTE] Don't those pine needles just love NCs...................... humfrz

14th November 2006, 00:03	#25
jebinc Sixth Gear Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Western Washington 2006 GG GT Posts: 5,628	While it's still raining here, the mail person was good to me today... they delivered numerous mod parts to my home!! (Fumoto valve, Zeta armrest, LED lights for the rear license plate, and my Redline black leather boots) - My report on these items: Love the LED lights (installed), and Fumoto valve (and adapter) Like the Zeta (installed), but it looks like it cost $.99 to make. The profit margin on this must be close to infinity!! Not overly impressed with my $60 Redline boots. The shifter boot is not folded over and sewn like the picture on the web or like the e-brake boot. For the price, I expected a lot more. Give this mod a "value score" of 4 (out of 10). The leather quality is okay but.... __________________ 2006 GT 6MT (GG/Blk) - 1SP, PP2, RSP, AABest Carpet, Nautilus, Redline boots, Voodoo, Zeta, Fumoto, LEDs, Eibach Sways, Wet Okoles, 3.5" SS tips