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Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car", January 2008"Anyone who owns or is contemplating buying a Miata would do himself a service by picking up this book."
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The Mazda Miata is one of the most popular autocross performance, amateur racing, and street-driving open-top cars. This book shows readers how to make to most of any Miata: what to look for in a model, how to perform common maintenance and repair projects, plus over fifteen projects to improve performance and appearance, all of which can be done at home without expensive garage and workshop fees. Focusing in turn on engines, wheels, tires, suspension, body kits, interior and more, the projects include full details on required parts, time each one takes, cost, labor, tools, skill levels...all accompanied with clear, easy-to-follow instructions and full-colour illustrations: a virtual road map for taking the Miata the full distance.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought Keith Tanner's 'Find it, Fix it, Trick it' as an introduction the world of the lil' Mazda MX-5 ('Mazda Miata' in the US and 'Eunos Roadster' in Japan) as I've been looking to a find a reference for 'the world's most popular lil' roadster'.
I've only had this book a few days, but I'm already absorbed, having read through it once and certainly going back over it again.
Keith Tanner freely admits that his love of Miata's started as a hobby, turned into a near obsession and ultimately completely changed the direction of what he does for a living.
A nice clear, analytical, yet crisp and concise; I genuinely think that this book should be the first point of call for anyone considering MX-5 ownership.
Chapters are brief, but give you enough information as to be food for thought, certainly giving a bit of background to the marque, things to look for with a potential purchase, what the ownership experience can be like; and more importantly (for a considerable number of enthusiasts) some of the considerations and modifications that can be made, to both enhance the machine and the overall ownership experience.
This is by no means a 'workshop' manual or a 'how to' guide, walking you through step-by-step, on how to diagnose, repair and modifiy every aspect of the car. It is very much a sort of 'jack of all trades' and 'master of none', but covering all the topices in a way that brings genuine value and will set people to think about what they are looking for from, either a MX-5 purchase, or extended ownership to explore the potential of the machine.
Tanner's engineering background certainly shines through, as descriptions are clear and concise, procedures are descriptive, methodical (e.g. how to read the diagnostic on a Mk1 'NA' model) and dead easy to follow.
There's also a reasonable smattering of pictures to keep you on the right track. Along with pointers towards other resources, just in case you're after more information.
Okay, it's not an extensive or exhaustive resource, but it more than sets the right ground work, gets you to think about what you want from the car (road, track, power, handling, etc) and gives enough encouragement and direction to make it an invaluable first read.
If you have even a passing interest in the technical aspects of MX-5 ownership, then this has gotta be the book for you...
I've only had this book a few days, but I'm already absorbed, having read through it once and certainly going back over it again.
Keith Tanner freely admits that his love of Miata's started as a hobby, turned into a near obsession and ultimately completely changed the direction of what he does for a living.
A nice clear, analytical, yet crisp and concise; I genuinely think that this book should be the first point of call for anyone considering MX-5 ownership.
Chapters are brief, but give you enough information as to be food for thought, certainly giving a bit of background to the marque, things to look for with a potential purchase, what the ownership experience can be like; and more importantly (for a considerable number of enthusiasts) some of the considerations and modifications that can be made, to both enhance the machine and the overall ownership experience.
This is by no means a 'workshop' manual or a 'how to' guide, walking you through step-by-step, on how to diagnose, repair and modifiy every aspect of the car. It is very much a sort of 'jack of all trades' and 'master of none', but covering all the topices in a way that brings genuine value and will set people to think about what they are looking for from, either a MX-5 purchase, or extended ownership to explore the potential of the machine.
Tanner's engineering background certainly shines through, as descriptions are clear and concise, procedures are descriptive, methodical (e.g. how to read the diagnostic on a Mk1 'NA' model) and dead easy to follow.
There's also a reasonable smattering of pictures to keep you on the right track. Along with pointers towards other resources, just in case you're after more information.
Okay, it's not an extensive or exhaustive resource, but it more than sets the right ground work, gets you to think about what you want from the car (road, track, power, handling, etc) and gives enough encouragement and direction to make it an invaluable first read.
If you have even a passing interest in the technical aspects of MX-5 ownership, then this has gotta be the book for you...
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Mazda MX-5 Miata: Find It. Fix It. Trick It.
25 July 2007
Format:Paperback
If you're a Miata-phile you'll buy this book anyway. It's well put together (minus 1 or two editing/layout misttakes) Excellent large format photographs. Mr. Tanner does and excellent job of detailing the significance and diffences between the various years and editions of the World's best sellig sports car, The Miata. If you're looking to purchase a used Miata 1989-2002 this is a great resource. Mr. Tanner tells you what models are most sought after and what problems and Miatas to stay away from.
The one thing I was looking forward to in this book was more projects. While there are some maintenance and repair projects detailed in this book don't expect the details and projects from Mr. Tanner's last publication "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects". To be fair, there was no reason for Mr. Tanner to rehash projects from his last publication. This new publication is much more about the spirit and fun of a Miata, it's full of humorous and interesting anectdotes from Miatphiles around the World.
Makes an excellent companion for Mr. Tanner's "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects" and the perfect addition to your Miata canon.
The one thing I was looking forward to in this book was more projects. While there are some maintenance and repair projects detailed in this book don't expect the details and projects from Mr. Tanner's last publication "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects". To be fair, there was no reason for Mr. Tanner to rehash projects from his last publication. This new publication is much more about the spirit and fun of a Miata, it's full of humorous and interesting anectdotes from Miatphiles around the World.
Makes an excellent companion for Mr. Tanner's "Mazda Miata MX-5 Performance Projects" and the perfect addition to your Miata canon.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
A great book for an NA & NB Miata owner
21 July 2007
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
The author, Keith Tanner, is a legitimate Miata expert. This book contains Miata history, buying tips, maintenance advise, and upgrades. It does not cover the NC (2006+) Miata.
The book is well written and easy to read and understand. A must have for the Miata owner.
The book is well written and easy to read and understand. A must have for the Miata owner.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Kieth Tanner's New Book: Find, Fix, & Trick It, MX-5 Miata
5 Aug 2007
Format:Paperback
Mr. Tanner has excellent writing skills as well as mechanical knowledge. His new book is well written, easy to read and understand, and goes beyond the "How to Books" into an interesting, well illustrated, and comprehensive narrative that gives the reader confidence to perform do-it-yourself (DIY) repaires. His use of illustrations to simplify difficult subject matter is second to no one. The name "Keith Tanner" is synonymous with Mazda, MX-5 Miada modifications and improvements. His latest book is a "must read" for all Mazda Miata Enthusiasts.
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