Every Modification I've Done on My NC Miata in 5 Years of Ownership!

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Wheels
Enkei RPF01 17x9 +45 / 17x9.5 +38
Flatout Graphics Center Caps
Riken Raptor/Federal 595 (235/40, 255/40)
Small Rear Spacer - amzn.to/2ItCk3r
Exterior
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SuperbrightLEDs - superbrightleds.com
Rear Turn Signals
Reverse Lights
Brake Lights
Front Halos
Front Switchback Signals
Front Low Beams
License Plate Bulbs
Fog Lights
Black Headlight Bezels
JDM Fog Light Surrounds
Yellow Fog Light Tint - amzn.to/2MEbCua
Chrome Trim Delete
NA Miata Side Splitters - amzn.to/2EZTchj
Singular Motorsports Hood Vents - bit.ly/2Wt5edI
Rear Bumper Cut
Hella Supertone Horns
Black Club Style Mirrors
Engine
Dynotronics ECUTek Tune
OBX 4-2-1 Header - amzn.to/2Is7uYR
OBX Midpipe
High Flow Cat - amzn.to/2Mxs1jT
Super Q Muffler
Moroso Coolant Expansion Tank - amzn.to/2MBccZM
Moroso Power Steering Tank
Stainless Steel Clutch Line - amzn.to/2MBhgNx
AEM Cold Air Intake
Custom ECU Cover Plate
Track Dog Racing Washer Fluid Bottle Relocation
Suspension/Brakes
Tein Flex Z Coilovers - bit.ly/2wKM7wC
RX8 Yellow Dot Front Sway Bar
RX8 Yellow Dot Rear Sway Bar
Stoptech Slotted Rotors - amzn.to/2ML5b8u
Stainless Steel Brake Lines - amzn.to/2IxtxO1, amzn.to/2WUVyYU
Hawk HPS Brake Pads - amzn.to/2EWrz8U
OEM Strut Tower Bar
AutoEXE Rear Strut Tower Bar
Front and Rear Polyurethane Sway Bar Bushings
Interior
Pioneer Double DIN Headunit
Crutchfield Dash Kit - amzn.to/2Wp6UQD
Revlimiter JNC Gauge Faces
Cipher Steering Wheel - amzn.to/2Mwn0bh
Black Steering Wheel Trim
Redline Goods Shift Boot - amzn.to/2IvP0GK
Redline Goods E Brake Boot - amzn.to/2KCvsn5
Tomei Shift Knob
5X Racing Brass Bushing - bit.ly/2EW2cUw
Black Roll Bar Hoops
Piano Black Dash Trim
RX8 Intermittent Wiper Stalk
Urethane Door Bushings - amzn.to/2I41zKv
Superbright LEDs Dome Light and Trunk Light
RX8 Pedal Covers
Moss Miata Roadster Floor Mats
Footwell LED Accent Lighting
Trunk LED Accent Lighting
New Style Seatbelt Guides - amzn.to/2COdIji
Homelink Rearview Mirror
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Jackson Ralston, or known here as Colored in Light, is a video creator and car enthusiast based in Texas. On this channel, we take a deep dive into all things Miatas, cars and life in the pursuit of all things automotive! From how-to videos, vlogs and product features and reviews, Colored in Light is the place for car enthusiasts.
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THE MOD LIST
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[@andrewgillougley8479]

Car looks super clean n well put together. Really dig the color scheme.

[@drdanbui]

Good job on the NC, looking forward to your 2.5 swap.

[@ColoredinLight]

Thanks!

[@dgbourdon1325]

Thanks for sharing, I have just bought a NC 2012 Miata / or MX5 as it is here in the UK. Mods, Eibach lowered springs, Cobra Back Box...lot's more planned.

[@realweston]

“Can I get that alpine unit numb?....... oh alright.”🥺 🤣 just kidding great idea for a video! I haven’t been seeing much of your content lately, since my KZbin is just flooded with other subscribers videos. But it’s so good to catch up with you my man!

[@michelroy1015]

You make great job man. I like your NC Roadster. Have a good day,

[@shouldigetit]

Oh snap this is inspiring. About to pickup a 100% stock 07... gotta flip a coin to decide if I wanna mod it at all.

[@naruto4lfe123]

Very tastefully done!

[@6mtzhp55]

I own a low mile stock AP2 S2000 bought at about the same time you bought the Miata. Part of me wishes I got a NC because I wouldn't feel bad about modding the heck out of it, each mod kinda makes the car new again for you.

[@ColoredinLight]

That's an interesting perspective. I guess at the end of the day it's your car so whatever satisfies you and makes you appreciate it then power on

[@driver46]

Very clean and good looks , it is time to take it to the track and really enjoy what NC is all about 👍

[@a-dino]

I subscribed just 2 days ago and now this drops? How lucky am I?

[@ColoredinLight]

Every Saturday and Wednesday!

[@markalden]

Love this video!!

[@cre8tivegarage157]

Loving how the NC looks 😳😍

[@ColoredinLight]

Thanks!

[@PEIVOLILLO]

Good video and good project! can't wait for the 2.5 swap! Keep it up!!

[@Thiborfirenz]

hi dude. Front Halos? was that something you were able to buy or was it something you had to make? iv just ordered a bunch of bulbs for the front of my nc2 and i would really like to add those halos around the dip beam like you have. also. do you know if you can get rear light clusters that have a reverse and fog light on each side? instead of the stock that has a fog on one side and reverse on the other! and lastly thanks for the tip about the rear brace that fits between the rear turrets and crosses the boot (trunk). i fitted that and it stopped all the noises from the roof when crossing uneven ground! hope you are well keep the great nc2 videos comming please!

[@TheDeebreakofdawn]

Beautiful!! What kind of fender flares are those?

[@gg2zn]

Great video man! Thank you. It helps a lot of Miata enthusiasts. What I wanna know is, where did you get that halo headlights? I would appreciate it if you leave me a link 🙏thank you

[@ColoredinLight]

It's from superbrightleds. I dont have a link since they change products and theres multiple to choose from.

[@gg2zn]

@@ColoredinLight Thank you. I appreciate. Keep up the good work. I just subscribed

[@ColoredinLight]

No problem, thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@thelostvisuals]

Hey dude, I hope the engine swaps going well 😊 curious of how your long term ownership of the tein flex z's has been? Hopefully secured a set which I will be going for shortly 🤞

[@ColoredinLight]

All fine still, I like them

[@john-hg1dc]

2 questions for you going back to when you bought the NC knowing now what the golf is like what would you have bought first if you were able to go back and second you have done the 2.5 swap but have you heard of anyone doing the 2.3 out of the speed 3

[@ColoredinLight]

I would have bought the miata again, for sure. I'm psyched to be able to own 2 cars I've always wanted. I havent heard of anyone doing the 2.3 swap

[@Leo-rt5dt]

some of the parts on the websites are no longer available bummer :( that front splitter looks dope.

[@Mrminecraftguyawesom]

Any one know where I can get that front lip? Because the website listed no longer sales then

[@smiles564]

How much of a difference did the rear strut tower bar make?

[@mdw1000]

Love your videos. What made you go with a staggered wheel setup?

[@ColoredinLight]

Thanks, wheels were available and best fit the rear flares

[@blutonic2524]

OK i want to make a video like this for mine. haha

[@kagami_miroVT]

definitely encouraged me into the NC range...im checking out some miatas soon! what do you think about the differences between the NC1/2/3? I havent seen any videos about it and i would like to know whether or not the differences are negligible

[@ColoredinLight]

Go for an nc2 or 3. Better engines

[@zsb707]

Looks-wise I'd go for an NC1 or NC3, the NC2 has that smiley face ...

[@masqlchris]

@@zsb707 You can just swap the bumper to my knowledge if you find a good deal on an NC2.

[@zsb707]

@@masqlchris I've owned a 2006 NC1 for 10 years now and I'm happy with it.

[@BigTurboLos]

as much as i love the NC there’s always two things i hate to see, the taillights are hideous from factory but with an all red vinyl wrap over the tails they look much cleaner, also! the way the hood sits has always bothered me!! like why doesn’t the hood sit flush with the body and reach the headlights??? it just creates an eye sore half circle across the hood that i can’t look away from lol! alllllso not a big fan a dual exit exhausts just a fan of diagonal single exits but regardless, super clean car, very well done good shit!🤙🏽

[@LNRRidez]

So I'm looking at a 2009 for my step son. What should I look at specifically when I check out the car? Thanks

[@ColoredinLight]

Obviously check for rust, check the coolant reservoir for cracks in the neck. They're pretty bulletproof cars

[@tonypereira6495]

Why can I not find ANY headlights for this car?!

[@vargasjoselearns]

How was your experience with innovative dynamics? Was looking in their spoiler and was thinking of purchasing

[@ColoredinLight]

I bought my spoiler used so it wasnt through them

[@kadenwoodruff6884]

How do you like the tien coil overs?? I am deciding whether to get them or saving up for the bc racing ones. Haven’t heard the best about tien for a daily driver

[@ColoredinLight]

I haven't heard the best things about BC so it's pretty subjective. My Teins have been fine and are a great entry level coilover without buying cheaper junk

[@gijschristenhusz2915]

Does the car make more power with the tune on it? and if yes, how much more does it make

[@ColoredinLight]

Someone with a similar set up made close to 160 on dyno.

[@Rot05]

The best car is a paid off car. Dave Ramsey on KZbin was a Godsend for us.

[@ayburna9899]

Do you have a link to the cam you running in the 2.5l

[@ColoredinLight]

I posted a video about it and also named it in the video. There's also a parts list in the description.

[@louiedelacy7262]

would the lip fit on an NC3 Club?

[@ColoredinLight]

4:00

[@Jesseyahurd]

Hey with the fender flares, did they come pre-painted? On the link they aren’t.

[@ColoredinLight]

Nope

[@Jesseyahurd]

@@ColoredinLight how did you get yours painted?

[@ColoredinLight]

By a painter

[@ariccarney624]

@@ColoredinLight like at one of those “starving artist” sales they advertise on TV at 3 o’clock in the morning, or at a professional auto/body shop?

[@markushicks5353]

Is this the copper red mica?

[@ColoredinLight]

Si

[@cristiancerda6808]

Where did you get your halo headlights? (Not the bulb)

[@ColoredinLight]

Parts list in the description

[@gg2zn]

@@ColoredinLight I asked the same question but I really can't find the link. I went on each one of your links but I couldn't find it mah man.

[@ColoredinLight]

@@gg2zn it's listed under superbright leds. You guys will need to use the Google

[@madbroindustries]

Whats the HP like?

[@ColoredinLight]

Not sure, right now with the 2.5 I'm hoping for close to 200. With the exhaust and tune, someone with the same mods as me was in the 160 wheel range

[@DailyDoseofLucy1]

Was the CAI worth it?

[@ColoredinLight]

I wouldnt buy one new, that's for sure

[@roadzlife462]

Good looking build man, consider me subbed ;D

[@ColoredinLight]

Thanks!

[@Shakshuka69]

You don't need a 2.5 the 2.0 in the NC2 already comes with forged rods and crank and 111k is nothing. Check compression and send it.

[@ColoredinLight]

Oof, too late

[@Shakshuka69]

@@ColoredinLight lol now you just gotta worry about making too much torque for your 6 speed when you slap an EFR on there

[@zxtuner4lyfe]

Hey man what year is yours? 2015?

[@ColoredinLight]

11

[@herelaflair3058]

But the sign said " No Parking"😦

[@kevinlove5137]

Is that the nc1 nc2 or nc3

[@ColoredinLight]

I have the nc2

[@kevinlove5137]

@@ColoredinLight okay bc it looks exactly like mine and I couldn't find if it was nc 1,2,or 3 🤣

[@zsb707]

It's the smiley face NC2, but due to the mods it's awesome. It actually looks lame stock, that's why Mazda had to do the second facelift in 2013, which is the NC3.

[@zsb707]

@@kevinlove5137 What year is yours?

[@kevinlove5137]

@@zsb707 09

[@apexbrz2575]

first

[@ZacharySound]

Shit dude all you need is suspension, wheels and a tune.

[@ColoredinLight]

Whoops

[@ZacharySound]

@@ColoredinLight Owned 2 Miata's as daily drivers and only cars since 2003. Haven't had an NC hence why I'm looking up these videos. I simply would not have the money to throw in all that stuff you did. If I get an NC I am planning to get an 2009 or newer or possibly 2013 or newer due to the changes made. I have driven NA an NB only. Just hope I can muster enough funds to install Ohlins. Those make the NC feel tight and smooth.

[@ColoredinLight]

Yea you dont need to spend a ton of money if you dont want to!