TCE Wilwood kits or MX-5

[Todd@TCE]

I've opted to split off the various platforms to keep discussion on topic. More info per platform coming soon, please stand by!

[Todd@TCE]

MAZDA MX-5 (Miata)

Kits will include:

1. Wilwood 11" FBDL front kit.
2. Wilwood 11" DP6 front kit. Same kit as the Mazda 3.
3. TCE/Wilwood 11.75" DPR front Track kit. Derived from the 11.75 MINI kit per request.
4. Wilwood 13" FNSL6 front kit. *
5. Wilwood 14" FNSL6 front kit. *

Years: 1989-2005
*Years: 2006- current

[Todd@TCE]

1. Wilwood 11" FBDL Front Kit.

WILWOOD FRONT BRAKE KIT - VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY LISTING
Kit Type 1: BRAKE KIT: Forged Dynalite Big Brake Front Brake Kit (Hat)
Spindle Type:
Factory Disc Spindle;
VEHICLE MAKE: VEHICLE MODELS:

Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 1989-2000 All
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 1990 All , from serial 152766
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 1990 All , thru serial 152765
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 2001-2005 All except Sports Suspension
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 1991-1993 w/ ABS
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 2002-2005 w/ Sports Suspension
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 2001 w/ Sports Suspension from VIN 206467
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 2001 w/ Sports Suspension to VIN 206466
Mazda Mazda MX-5 Miata 1991-1993 w/o ABS



Base priced with black anodized calipers and plain face rotors.
Optional RED powder coat (and others) and cross drilled/slotted rotors.

List priced at $629.99 plus ss flex hoses. TCE Price: much lower, please inquire.

[Neverlift]

Do options 1, 2, & 3 fit under 15" wheels? Is there a certain width/offset the wheel must be in order to fit over the caliper without touching?

Ex: 15x9 +25

[Todd@TCE]

The 11" FBDL yes.
The 11" DP6 yes.
The converted MINI kit- proven to as a lot of guys track it

What year is the car? I'll do some more data on it.

Diameters are not so much your issue, nor "offset" but wheel design.

[Neverlift]

No specific year Miata in mind. Was just asking for the benefit of everyone who still drives a Miata. The NB sport brakes barely fit 15x9's and you have to replace the banjo bolt on the brake line for just a few extra MM of clearance on the front. The sport brake rotors are 11" on the front and the rear is 10.9"

[Todd@TCE]

The converted MINI kit allows a larger rotor due to the caliper design. You probably would not get a 11.75 with the FBDL in there. And the DPR is a much better caliper.

[Neverlift]

This kind of cheap alternative to the stock single piston calipers, and much easier pad swaps is definitely nice. Looking forward to seeing someone with this soon.

[Todd@TCE]

Originally Posted by Neverlift This kind of cheap alternative to the stock single piston calipers, and much easier pad swaps is definitely nice. Looking forward to seeing someone with this soon.

Obviously because this forum is not dedicated to this platform I'd urge you to search out more information from current users. The kits are not that new. I've sold a half dozen of the custom kits but that's based on my connections in the motorsports arena. I've never actively marketed the 11" kits other than listing them here.

The major downfalls to the 11" kit for the "track user" is the FBDL caliper being too light weight for track use, pads being too thin and the rotors too light. *GT casting is ok. You see the common theme here...the converted kit uses a beefier yet lower fit caliper on a larger and meatier rotor and 16mm not 12mm thick pads. But: for a "to the door" cost of under $600 it's pretty compelling for anyone needing to replace stock parts anyhow and pick up some benefits.

[TheButcher]

Are these out yet? I am doing brakes here soon and would like to upgrade. I have a 1996 Miata.

[Todd@TCE]

Originally Posted by TheButcher Are these out yet? I am doing brakes here soon and would like to upgrade. I have a 1996 Miata.

Absolutely.

Full link to the kits on Wilwood's home page: Wilwood High-Performance - Mazda MX-5 Miata Disc Brakes

Scroll the images if it doesn't pop up. Browse the listings by year and kit options and hit me up with the kit number you are most interested in. 140-xxxxx

[TheButcher]

Thank you for the fast response. Pm sent.