Project MX5 Miata : Episode 2 (Fitting the K&N Typhoon intake system)

[@NickRenwick]

Thanks man, just what i needed, have had one stored in the garage for a year or so!

[@MashleyMedia]

Makes a great noise, get it fitted!

[@stephencresswell4760]

But now it’s taking air from the warm bit (near the exhaust). That shield to the right of the filter is the divide between the warm and cold part of the engine bay.

[@MashleyMedia]

I don't think you are really going to notice on a mazda MX5 tbf. You'd be kidding yourself if you think it would make any noticeable difference to power either way. Its just about the noise.

[@jonathanschultz2472]

Nice hot air intake. Good ol negative gains

[@MuslimWojak]

Tru

[@alubchicken]

My NB is exactly like yours, thank you for the tutorial man. Needed to install one myself to make room for the front shock tower braces i bought rip.

[@judepacis]

thanks man! i had the check engine light on, turns out i didn't plug one of the tube wiring that you did here.

[@MashleyMedia]

judepacis no problem, glad it helped!

[@Sinner90s]

Decent K&N induction kit you've got there fella just bought a short ram intake for my MX5 NB:D Nice one pal !

[@MashleyMedia]

Cheers man, makes a lovely growl when you put your foot down!

[@Sinner90s]

I can imagine :D You done any other mods to your mx5 like exhaust systems and such?

[@MashleyMedia]

Sinner90s aye, quite a few, Koni dampers, H&R springs, cobra classic bucket seats, MOMO Prototipo steering wheel, 5race roll bar, new dark grey hard top, and I have a set of brand new Japan racing wheels sitting in the spare bedroom... Fun and cheap little cars to work on, I even filmed it all, just not had time to edit it as all my other video content has to come first...

[@frankfitzpatrick5300]

Mashley Media I was wondering how the ride quality is with the Koni dampners & H&R springs installed ? I have a set of Koni "yellow" dampners , Fat Cat bump stops & a few set's of springs ready to install Thanks in advance mate .

[@cjbarnes2010]

Thanks so much for this video, I’ve used this my install

[@ianrichardson5160]

Great detailed video, followed it and was a piece of cake, well done and thank you.

[@MashleyMedia]

Thanks, thats much appreciated.

[@ianrichardson5160]

No probs, anyone who cant follow this video needs to give up on cars and take up golf. lol The Typhoon sounds mint, don't care about power gains or losses, the sound is amazing.

[@the6cow6god6]

could you upload a video about Miata's and stuff to look for when buying a used one? like spots that may be rusty on each gen of the car or certain trouble parts to keep an eye on?

[@MashleyMedia]

Of course, leave it with me and I'll get something done for you :)

[@the6cow6god6]

thank you very much.

[@robertwilson369]

Good video but imo any air intake that pulls hot air from the radiator and is that close to the exhaust manifold rather than cold fed air will produce less bhp than the stock air box.

[@Tiimy62]

I was wondering if I will be able to fit it and it seems so simple thanks you !

[@julianharrold4053]

Thinking of getting one of these. The stock air intake is behind the headlight. This seems to be closer to the “hot”exhaust. Would it be better to run an extension pipe and fit the filter behind the light where the air is cooler?

[@sgtsimplycrispy7749]

Probably what ill end up doing

[@stevehuff2241]

Dragging hot air off the exhaust manifold!! Whats the dyno results show?

[@MashleyMedia]

lol shut up steve, its an MX5, its slightly more powerful than a lawnmower

[@janetcallander7917]

Do you intend to deal with the rust and corrosion on the frame at some point?

[@MashleyMedia]

ha, god no, its was just a bit of fun to learn about the mechanics of the car. I sold it and bought a Lotus Elise, then a John Cooper Works Mini, and now a 2019 Mercedes-AMG C43 Premium Plus. I wouldn't waste my time/money on that sort of thing, it's not worth it, just better to buy a better car.

[@pepega1061]

Is it supposed to wobble a bit like that?

[@MashleyMedia]

yeah, if you look at the video you can see its the actual engine thats moving on the mounts and in turn the intake system is simple moving with it. I would also say that the filter end of the intake system is quite heavy and made of rubber, not plastic, so it has a lot of flexibility.

[@tibor.greskovic]

Is it necessary to protect the air filter from heat from engine? Also, if I may: how much performance does this change add? Btw. cool video, thanks for posting it, it really helps with my MX5 :)

[@MuslimWojak]

Decreases hp

[@qwerrrz202]

I know that video is an year old, but I do see the Koni STR T shocks (with H&R springs I guess) next to the intake. Got the same car, but running VMaxx suspension right now. The Koni STR T KIT is about 400 €, and Koni ain't a bad brand in general. My question to you is how does it work out?

[@MashleyMedia]

to be honest I've driven the car about 200 miles since this video. I had a 323bhp Audi S3 which I focused on and just last week I bought a lotus elise. MX5 are great cars, Ive had 3, however sadly Im not in a position to honestly answer your question.

[@qwerrrz202]

Ah man that`s a shame

[@myemailis319]

Hey I know this video is old but I just bought an nb Miata and wanted to know what the 2nd thing you took off went to as mine is missing right now and theres no threads anywhere about any of the plugs or hoses that come out the stock air box. Hopefully someone has some insight. It was on the right side of the air box.

[@myemailis319]

It was shown at :59 secs

[@peterwest4298]

I know this is an old video but I have a MK 2.5 and have just got a Typhoon. According to Haynes the MAF and air temperature meters are separate on this model. How does this affect fitting? Cheers Peter West

[@peterwest4298]

Sorted, thanks.

[@Mr1234hockey]

Hey what generation mx5 is this? I have a mk3. Wondering if this would be compatible?

[@thepilotmaster777]

Can you use that same filter kit for the na or just nb?

[@MashleyMedia]

The PilotMaster it's sold as a product for mk2/2.5 cars. I would contact MX5 parts and clarify with them directly www.mx5parts.co.uk/typhoon-intake-system-mazda-mk2-25-p-473.html

[@deegxpert]

do you feel a power gain?

[@MashleyMedia]

Not a noticeable one, you're only talking about an additional 3bhp but I assume once we tie it in with a few other mods then it will start to make a difference. It has definitely improved drivability of the car though, its a lot smoother at low revs, and the noise when you accelerate is lovely! I will be getting some acceleration videos soon, I tried with a go pro but the sound quality was poor so I left it out.

[@TheOnlyToblin]

You will never feel a power gain with an air intake without forced induction, and this particular air intake will do nothing for you as it's placed right next to the hot exhaust manifold sucking in hot air. You'll likely lose power, however it'll sound awesome. So it's a tradeoff.

[@MashleyMedia]

Interesting. K&N guarantee a 3bhp increase, but its an MX5 so its not about power. I have a 323bhp Audi S3 Sportback for power, this build is just a bit of fun for the summer.

[@TheOnlyToblin]

To get that kind of increase, you'd have to build a separator to shield the filter from the hot air of the exhaust. There are plenty of those builds if one simply googles MX-5 engines. Though, in those builds, the filter is usually placed further outwards, almost right behind the headlight and it's actual intake is below the headlight. Still, it's a minor increase/decrease regardless. The point of these intakes is style and sound. At least in my opinion. No one is going to notice a 3 BHP change. Ever.

[@MashleyMedia]

I think heat soak would make a difference if it was a big power engine but given its just an mx5 with circa 140bhp I don't think we have anything to worry about either way. My S3 is modified by revo with a dyno proven 323.4bhp and thats set up the same way. A 140bhp mazda 1.8 engine is not going to be bothered by heat soak in the slightest.

[@jackhb7552]

Wouldn't expect much of a power gain but does it sound nice and doesn't lose any power? Seen one going super cheap... so tempted but I think I'll resist :P

[@MashleyMedia]

Honestly sound great, has a proper growl, just do it haha

[@prestondoesdance80]

Song ?

[@shimmytube777]

Now it is a hot air filter.

[@samuelbagmanyan1612]

Where can I find the same intake

[@leeksoup3199]

Samuel Bagmanyan www.ebay.ie/itm/K-N-Typhoon-Induction-Kit-69-6000TR-for-Mazda-MX-5/352611587431?hash=item521949d567:g:0XUAAOSw151cgUJW Here it is!

[@benm6896]

For the Air filter to work efficiently like this you need an air vents in the bonnet. It just helps the car to take in less hot hair

[@LearsMoto]

6:05, what is this connection for? I have just somehow managed to drop and loose the plastic cone shaped part somewhere in the engine bay. Any idea as to what this is for?

[@MashleyMedia]

Its the air temperature sensor so quite important. If you have lost it I've just looked on mx5parts and they sell them for £25. You could maybe get it cheaper on eBay.

[@LearsMoto]

Mashley Media thanks for getting back to me, found it in the fan so ally's good!

[@PerformancePortfolio]

im watching you 😎

[@MSLambert96]

Good video but the music is a bit much 😂

[@andrewwilson2114]

love this series so far! any more content on it coming soon?

[@MashleyMedia]

Hi Andrew, thanks for your comment. There is plenty more to come but its just been finding time to edit it and tbh I'm just not that comfortable talking to the camera haha

[@bobbobo4748]

How to make your car slower and less reliable with a HOT air intake directly above the headers. OEM is better then this typhoon crap.

[@StrainXv]

the vibration on that, motor mounts need to be replaced.

[@stef7396]

sooooo... you just lost hp

[@andyvaid69]

Crap.fotal crap! Just sucks up hot air.the Racing Beat one works