We're putting a V10 into a Mazda MX-5! | Ep.1

The world has seen plenty of V6 and V8 MX-5s, but Mike is going one step further with his 1998 NB. Resurrecting the long lost 2.0-litre Connaught V10 engine, this new DriveTribe project car is going to be one to remember.
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[@mikedrivetribe8314]

Absolutely buzzing for this! Check out the behind the scenes here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqrXdKqmp5mhotU

[@masterhybrid16]

Yess

[@samclarke653]

Is it possible for others to buy a Connaught engine?

[@arnold9526]

You'll need you upgrade the subframe, Prop-shaft, suspension and other important parts @Mike DriveTribe Also your tyres are the limiting factor with bigger BHP!!

[@gavinwyllie7855]

@@samclarke653 no,not yet.

[@anydaynow01]

Sorry for the 179 communists to date that down voted this video mate. This car will sound monumental!

[@williamheath7058]

This is like the ultimate v10 life hack "You cant fit a v10 it's too big" Then just buy the smallest v10 ever made

[@samiraperi467]

A V10 isn't too big, there are some V12 MX-5s.

[@raycyst8037]

Been done before also has a V12 swap.

[@TheTeeroy32]

@@raycyst8037 it's only a six, but the Ford Barra 4L is a massive motor, some one in Australia put one of those in with a massive turbo. Admittedly not much standard MX5 front suspension or sub frame left but it's in and works. Definitely not a street car.

[@russcooke5671]

@@samiraperi467 there’s one with a W 16. From a Bugatti. 1200 bhp per ton. It’s very quick.

[@ZacsDashcam]

DriveTribe: A way for mike to get his cars restored on the company credit card 😂

[@dylanzrim3635]

With tax deductions

[@douglasmackay7904]

I would if i could 😂

[@5amH45lam]

Perk of the job. 👍

[@HansDelbruck53]

Not just restored, but vastly improved.

[@TravisTerrell]

No joke! I mean, logically you'd at least start with a better condition MX-5.

[@Jimmy_Broadbent]

You absolute madman 😳

[@ryanmarsden6534]

200bhp out of a V10 is.... Strange

[@JDMz]

If you think thats mad. Look up hellcat miata🙃

[@BaldMancTwat]

@@ryanmarsden6534 It is but you don't want it to be too fast. Remember it is only a 2.0 litre.

[@izzieb]

There's no Dixy Chicken around here for you mate.

[@smilepermile8165]

@@ryanmarsden6534 Its 200hp that you'll use 100% legally in public roads, where this car will be used most of the time. And a 200hp engine that sounds like a Lexus LFA is better than a 200hp engine that sounds like a straight piped fartcan equipped EP3 Type R.

[@ThatV12MiataBruh]

That V12 Miata Bruh has entered the chat.. Best of luck with the swap guys. I'm just about done wrapping mine up, finishing all the boring stuff.

[@peterbenjamin8351]

You should contact Donut media and see if they'll do a spotlight video on your build. They seem like cool guys and would give your vids/project a lot of exposure.

[@TurboSqu1d]

Been waiting for the next video

[@ledgendsrus]

Mate you’ve got the best Mx5 build I’ve seen. Can’t wait to see videos of you hammering it 👍

[@Xempt_One]

Havent seen your updates for a while. Keen as to see you finish yours mate

[@ThatV12MiataBruh]

@@Xempt_One I built a new workshop to finish the build

[@tom9571]

Come on, we will need the ultimate MX5 shoot-out after this is done... Mike's MX5 Vs Jimmy Broadbent's 'Minty' Vs Car Throttle's 'Phil'

[@dylanzrim3635]

Vs fasterproms LS swapped miata

[@tusharbhat2367]

Vs Mat Watson's supercharged MX-5

[@anujadassanayake5732]

Donut's Moneypit Miata

[@flywithtb5005]

We have to make this at carwow

[@springus98]

All on a car wow drag race 😂😂

[@JustRightTea]

Next project: WE STOLE a V16 AND PUT IT IN A PEEL P50

[@lwaves]

Or the P45. ;-)

[@justaforcapri1504]

Imagine that tho

[@JustRightTea]

@@lwaves haha

[@That_Thicc_Cat]

@@lwaves that would definitely break the land speed record

[@philgreen736]

Forza horizon IRL lol

[@MrMozz07]

“It’s not much bigger than a 4 cylinder” It’s literally twice the size 😂

[@mr.a5147]

Yeah.. What's he smoking? it's the same capacity and twice the physical size. Not to mention it probably makes less power than the turbo 4.

[@cameronknowles6267]

@@mr.a5147 yeah only like 200 hp

[@richardbeckman5073]

Yeah, that's what l thought. It looks twice the size and even though it's only 2 litres, 260 HP from the supercharged version seems a bit low, but it all comes down to weight. I'd like to see a kg comparison between the 2 motors.

[@smith5796]

1.6 Turbo all day .

[@rotorblade9508]

Even 3x as large/heavy I would say.

[@Reijack]

Somehow I think that Connaught will be getting a bunch of emails asking to buy long blocks tomorrow...

[@elvis1745]

I sure hope so! These guys are really something special, just like their beautifully weird V10!

[@christophergarland7936]

I’ve dreamed of doing this, but never thought it was possible.

[@randymarsh385]

You must be fun at parties

[@backyardengineering816]

If you've got deep enough pockets anything is do-able

[@eat_my_haas4453]

Check the channel v12miatabruh it won’t disappoint ;)

[@D.S.44]

I’ve always thought about putting a V64 into a Miata

[@spikekatsuki]

imagine if a viper engine could fit in it, maybe someone could've done or at least attempt it

[@DaOneJoel]

I Connaught wait to see the end result! Absolutely thrilling!

[@tollevkvendbo]

Comedical genious right here

[@DomDOMT]

Insert Ina’nis wah here

[@ehtikhet]

Dad, Stop. 😆

[@MattAvery386]

Mike is living the dream with his free restorations, he’s actually being paid for someone to do his car up!

[@J-D]

unless they bought the car off of him to do the upgrades, whereas it was his car so he calls it his car.

[@DansManCaveUK]

@@J-D Like donut media did

[@kabirgrewal3550]

If DriveTribe is paying for Mike's projects, he has an amazing job

[@mayuravirus6134]

V12 Miata Bruh: A worthy opponent our battle will be legendary He swapped a freakin Toyota Centur V12 in a Miata

[@cj09beira]

and the exhaust work is just next level

[@benyahun]

Collab collab collab

[@ThatV12MiataBruh]

@@cj09beira thanks for the compliment big dawg😎

[@ThatV12MiataBruh]

You should see what it looks like now that I'm pretty much done with it, only gonna finish the last of the boring stuff

[@cj09beira]

@@ThatV12MiataBruh cant wait for the next update then :)

[@OddBawZ]

This was amazing to see live on Twitch over on Mad Ford Engineering's Channel! Can't wait to follow the rest of this build!

[@Yannz936]

May i ask, is a V10 in a Mx5 Totally legit btw ? :)

[@OddBawZ]

@@Yannz936 LOL, absolutely!

[@martindinner3621]

Dang, I missed it. Got shunted here from one of your videos...worth it!

[@forerealz]

I love it so much that this Connaught V10 is finally getting some time to shine. I followed the progress (broken-heartedly) of the Type-D GT back in the day when it was a concept car.

[@odiseven]

He said V10: Im excited He said VR10: Im more excited He said 200hp: Im crying with disappointment He said 2.0L: My excitment is rejuvenated

[@PS56]

Not quite what you’d imagine when thinking of a DRIVETRIBE cat 😂

[@Pienimusta]

Forget the car, the cat is so cute.

[@positivesquad]

The Miata is lookin hella cute too tho

[@ilic2005]

Call for new channel "the cattribe"

[@rjuez00]

i want more cat videos

[@jareknowak8712]

All cats are cute!

[@JamesMinchew]

I just knew you would be getting the Connaught V10 as soon as I read the title. I'm really looking forward to this.

[@zandaughtry7936]

I saw the block and thought it looked familiar.

[@lahtonenlauri8442]

The best mechanics are always the men in the sheds.

[@BobMonkeypimp]

It's hard to fix a car when you're in the bath.

[@phantomii8267]

@@BobMonkeypimp 😃😂

[@wangshuishui2121]

Cant wait to hear that V10 roaring...

[@HansDelbruck53]

A nice low rumble will suffice. Too man yahoos out there equate LOUD with fast.

[@iamtherealzombie]

@@HansDelbruck53 I would guess that you will get neither a roar nor a rumble out of a 2 liter V10, you will likely get a howl or a scream though.

[@ferrumignis]

@@iamtherealzombie Exactly, this engine makes peak power at around 10,000RPM. It is a screamer.

[@abalakrishnan4152]

It won't be a roar. It'll be a deafeningly beautiful shrieking howl!

[@elvis1745]

@@abalakrishnan4152 add a supercharger to that (like he mentioned) and you're approaching banshee territory!

[@georgimihalkov4781]

It's a unique build, but a V10 that only makes 200bhp...I'm not sure that the extra weight in the front is worth it for such a small power gain.

[@jareknowak8712]

Exactly! What is the purpose of having this engine with only 200hp (other than sound)? You make V10 bc You can rev higher and make powah. This engine should be capable of not less than 350hp.

[@ledheavy26]

Came to see if someone else was thinking the same thing. It'll sound cool, and be unique, but a Honda K, LS, or decent V6 would give more power for less.

[@joshfoley8862]

That's exactly the point. To do something no one else has done. The weight is the same as that Cosworth 4 cylinder block.

[@georgimihalkov4781]

@@joshfoley8862 It definitely gets points for originality, if the goal is to be unique at the car meet. But in real life it's a lot more complexity in exchange for a small power gain.

[@MrK133n]

More about the views than final power numbers I think. Will be very cool to watch but not what I’d build.

[@bicyclist2]

I love it. I can't wait to see the finished product. I remember seeing the Caunaught car in car magazines. This will be the coolest hot rodded MX5 Miata in the world. Thanks.

[@kings3803]

This is going to be a epic build and the end results are going to be amazing. That little mx5 with and v10 sound track will truly be something else for sure.

[@examinerian]

Epic - that is all! I cheered as the V10 went into the bay 👏 👍

[@silvermane9370]

I’m getting the James May fizz!

[@zaurkomachkov520]

That's your prostate, mate

[@huwzebediahthomas9193]

My first rear wheel drive car was an ex-South Wales electricity board Morris Marina 10cwt van. It was rock, much tougher than the 7cwt version, back axle, gearbox, suspension etc.. Brilliant workhorse.

[@edwardneal4819]

Of course being a Texan when I first read V-10 MX5 I thought Ford Triton V-10 or Viper V-10 but Y'all are going in a much cooler direction. Can't wait to see more from this series.

[@mcmcnair97]

Thank you for keeping the garage cat in the video 😂

[@mmonkeyman1403]

Many times with cats you don't have a choice. The video is their video.

[@biketech60]

Cat wouldn't be there if they weren't genuinely nice guys . Cats know .

[@dhilboy231]

THEY'RE DOING ITTTTT😍😍😍

[@MRcurly0]

Cant get enough of the V10 content coming out atm. With this and Ryan Tuerck's Judd V10 Supra. Happy V10 noises

[@Dan-ny3fs]

We all know Phil is the MX5 standard we all strive to meet

[@aizazrehman5153]

This is just so cool. There is this madman swapping a 1GZ V12 into a Miata too lol.

[@espvp]

10:54 I know that look. That's the look of "what have I done to my baby, there's no going back from this"

[@janpruijser8649]

I love the direction the channel is going in. It's cool seeing Mikes passion and builds come to life!

[@flush_entity]

Mx5 fan, will be following this build! Hopefully more videos on this

[@alexcalley1928]

Ryan Tuerck: I'm putting a Judd V10 in a Supra. Drivetribe: Hold my beer.

[@BigUriel]

The Judd V10 is light years ahead of this though.

[@psalmco2425]

I think someone in Australia has done a V12 swapped MX5, but for a V10 this might be a first

[@guvnor1971]

I love my 97 NA8 MX-5. Can’t wait to see this one unfold

[@EZ-D-FIANT]

Soon as I saw the thumbnail I recognised the engine, your very very very lucky to get your hands on one......👍👌👍

[@DAGGERS8879]

Can’t wait to see this MADNESS !

[@flywithtb5005]

*hear

[@konstantinreuther3122]

Is Drivertribe just an oppotunity for Mike to tune his cars? If so can I bring my VW Polo :D

[@nothanksonh.w.3385]

I love this engine, it looks perfect to install in almost any rear wheel drive car and it is naturally aspirated with 200HP not too weak and not an overkill and it sounds amazing when I heard it from the other video I wish I could buy something like this and install it on any small car I want

[@ttr0Oper]

As soon as I saw V10 and MX-5, I knew what is going on. Amazing idea, about time somebody decided to do it!

[@davidkelley751]

My current favorite Miata swap is a Naturally Aspirated Volvo 5-cylinder with individual throttle bodies in a NA Miata.

[@pwd1134]

I'm not from the UK but I found myself saying "That's Mad!" when the block was fitted lol

[@georgelane1377]

Didn't realize that was an English think

[@georgelane1377]

Thing

[@lauchlanstill6677]

@@georgelane1377 it’s not he’s just a little slow...

[@pwd1134]

@@lauchlanstill6677 I'm a little slow? You're defending somebody who doesn't know how to edit a KZbin comment. Also, 21 people seem to agree with me lol.

[@ShedLifeUK]

Now we're talking! Can't wait to see this build.

[@bongosock]

I absolutely love that you're unleashing the V10 Connaught on the world!

[@dvperr]

Here, in the states, when we hear v10 we think of the 8 liter Viper engine. I should have known better when I saw the title.

[@jeweetwelbeterdandat9665]

2 Liter with 230hp 8 Liter with ... 400?

[@jeweetwelbeterdandat9665]

Here, in the Netherlands, when we hear cheese we think of a genuine quality product...not that... Here, in the Netherlands, when we hear woman we think of a fit, educated, beautiful... not that.. Etc. Etc.

[@dvperr]

@@jeweetwelbeterdandat9665 400? Last model year was around 640 with the potential for much more with mods.

[@jeweetwelbeterdandat9665]

@@dvperr 640? From 8 liter? Got rid of the ancient leaf springs already?

[@MegaRory14]

@@jeweetwelbeterdandat9665 how Americans extract so little power from a v8 is frankly mind boggling

[@AsbestosMuffins]

"This is the engine." No that's just the block, you're missing most of the enginey bits

[@blxtothis]

Loved the Connaught video and lusted after that wonderful little gem of a block!

[@JCHForestry]

Phil will forever be the king of MX-5s

[@omega1575]

This reminds me of the guy who’s putting a V12 in a Miata

[@ClellBiggs]

This is going to be extremely cool when it's finished.

[@LooseNut099]

Thank you Turtle Wax for the sponsorship of this unique project. Love the cat cameo 🙂

[@InsertFlashyName]

PLEASE use Mazdaspeed headlights, front bar and chin, trunk spoiler with small tupperware side skirts!! This is a fantastic project!

[@olliecarter1359]

if you need anything for the restoration contact the MX5 restorer! They do all the panels/rust work you'll need. Be great to work with you!

[@GMak81]

I'm bringing my nc down for an underseal end of August! Big up.

[@adamqurabi65]

As a guy who want to own an MX-5 when he becomes 18 ( Am 15 now). This is the most intersting MX5 related thing I have ever seen!!!

[@justsomepandawithinternet]

You became younger?

[@wvlfboyy]

Great choice of car!

[@adamqurabi65]

@@justsomepandawithinternet I some times dont really know what am typing😂

[@adamqurabi65]

@@wvlfboyy I espically want one from the year 1998 or 98 with a 1.8litre

[@wvlfboyy]

@@adamqurabi65 For all means, go for it!! I had the same plan (NA/NB, fastback, engine mods) but instead bought a new 124 - I love that car and I plan on keeping it for the rest of my life. Small sports cars truly are the most fun cars to own and they aren't as impractical as people say - you can always make it work somehow ;-) I hope you can achieve your dream, I cheer for you mate!

[@charliebaxter7054]

I personally built 3 Monster Miatas in Chicago. Won a fee trophies and had a blast. Sold my Monster a long time ago. It was very fun. Everyone loved the setup. Contact me if you need anything. I have owned over 10 Mx5 gen 1 and 1 Gen 2. Cheers and looking forward to the build.

[@bobuncle8704]

As soon as I saw the block I knew what it was. So looking forward to this build.

[@leokoehne]

More than 2 years we expecting the V10 myatah

[@ChaseBond11]

When I saw the 'Smallest V10' video, I immediately thought of this idea. Apparently I was a step behind.

[@T..C..M]

The original Connaught V-10 was supercharged and made 300hp and 274 lb/ft torque. It was supposed to be mated to a hybrid system in a tiny sports car.

[@RichieRouge206]

This is a fantastic project! Alex from CarThrottle will be jealous lol. Can’t wait to see this

[@MidnightMiata]

Curious what y'alls plans are for radiator fans. Looks like a tight fit, but man this thing is gonna be freaking sick! Can't wait to see it finished!

[@averidge1529]

There’s been people who put V12’s in a Miata and usually they put the firewall back to make room. This gives some extra room and with two cilinders less than the v12’s, I reckon they’ll be fine

[@mr.a5147]

Yep, trans bell-housing, engine ancillaries, radiator fan pack, cylinder head and timing gear...

[@bamboozledbob3298]

I can hear Alex Kersten's heavy breathing from here.

[@johnknight9150]

Genuinely cool idea. The MX-5 is obviously quite a mundane car but also a great starting point for projects like this. An everyday car fitted with a super exotic engine is very interesting.

[@ananyabhardwaj8578]

Fantastic engine choice. Not overpowered, light, and would likely sound amazing.

[@noxxiisproject2075]

Justice for V10 engines!

[@thehomelessproject3784]

Although I'm eagerly awaiting this to happen.. I've got a genuine question is there any advantages if such a low displacement v10 ? Other than the sound ?

[@ajzwiebel]

Seems like a lot of work for only a tiny horsepower gain.

[@thehomelessproject3784]

@@ajzwiebel my thoughts exactly and it can't have a lot of torque either 🤔

[@TemdriWorld]

I drove my 1995 Mitsubishi Delica from London to Africa, filmed the entire journey in 360 VR, have a look. This is a mad Miata conversion

[@swiper1818]

This is a great project - looking forward to seeing the outcome!!!

[@bacyka7029]

The mazda on the highway after the build I'm fast as faq boi

[@shirufin5928]

2 years without update whether the project is still running or cancelled, please just give an update video even if it is cancelled

[@xrlxmayhem9875]

This video was more interesting than I thought it was going to be. So glad I watched it. Can’t wait to see more content on this project.

[@MarcsGarage]

I can’t Wait for the second part

[@rohanjaison106]

Imagine BAC mono with this V10 🔥

[@Ms123kill]

It’s too heavy

[@edangillam-hunt3682]

Why are mx5s always so happy

[@GMak81]

From all the adventures they have on b roads with drivers who love em

[@Adam151082]

Put a V10 in one of those Sierra Estates you walk past at the beginning 😃👍🏼

[@simsiux]

I was waiting for projects with this engine to start coming out since introduction of this tiny v10! Cant wait to see other videos of this project!

[@masterpiecelord7496]

V10 power👌

[@jareknowak8712]

You mean V10 engine with inline 4 power.

[@ydid687]

What Could Possibly Go Wrong. . .

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Hahahahahaha.. GOLD!

[@GMak81]

Mike entering a damp roundabout ?

[@Xsidon]

This video represents everything that is beautiful about diy automotive engineering

[@AfonsodaMataSlam]

Brilliant! This is the stuff automotive dreams are made of! Massive kudos to Mike, Drivetribe and the legends at MadFord!

[@takafumiarisawa70]

If you don't call it *_The Puff Adder_* i'll be mad.

[@espvp]

12:42 missed opportunity to say "...In The World" in Clarkson's voice.

[@owenmoorman7384]

😂😂😂

[@_Yep_Yep_]

I checked in for the original video. Connaught has a ton of potential and i want to see them grow.

[@stevenl257]

Here's another crazy engine swap going on. A guy here in the US is installing a V12 Jag engine in a 66 Malibu.

[@jolyonpalmer4527]

This is awesome

[@jamesbertini1695]

Didn’t someone put a v12 in one

[@patrickpopovich5415]

Now THIS is an interesting project.

[@vorakijpunyashthiti2820]

This will be one of the best sound MX 5.

[@skvltdmedia]

"We're putting an engine into a car" = we pay a shop to put an engine into a car.

[@maxylg452]

Only 200 from a V10? Sheeee that’s low

[@johnennis4586]

K20a 220 bhp from a 2l 4 cylinder

[@rubbertoe.]

It's also a miata so it doesn't need tons of power to be fast

[@N3onDr1v3]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS SINCE THE REVEAL OF THE ENGINE ON THE CHANNEL!!!

[@rogerdickinson6944]

This is going to be mint!!! Mad ford engineering are great guys.

[@9wowable]

This is mad. I will be watching.

[@9wowable]

Bit annoying this went nowhere :/ Still no news on MAD Ford, still under the bus?

[@TheLilhawki]

Hasn’t someone in Australia put a Lexus v10 in their mx5 and twin turbo set up?

[@timwinchester2366]

I love the filter on this camera, his film team is dope!!!