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    • Kaelan HinzKaelan Hinz
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      March 3, 2021 at 2:09 pm
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      #5172

      Hello all!

      Recently, the centering spring in my Mazdaspeed Miata’s transmission broke. It already had 3rd/4th/reverse synchro issues, and, seeing as rebuild parts don’t exist* (as far as I know), its life is basically over. I assume that my options include finding another 6spd to put in it, or just settling for a 5spd.

      My main question:
      Which choice will optimize net gain in terms of the car’s value? I know finding a 5spd will be far cheaper/easier than finding a 6spd, but I’m assuming that the car will be worth a good bit less with a 5spd in it (especially considering the fact that it came with a 6spd from the factory).

      Also, if anyone knows of any reputable sources where I might find either a 6spd or a 5spd (preferably with some sort of warranty), please let me know.

      Thanks,
      Kaelan Hinz

      *A transmission rebuild quote I got was $950 for labor only, not including parts. So, even if they do exist, that’s basically out of the question.

    • Mike BurkeMike Burke
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      March 4, 2021 at 10:27 am
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      #5173

      Hello Kaelan,

      You might try Steve Bertok at Panic Motorsports in West Columbia, SC – 803 261-7629. Panic is THE GO TO shop for Miata parts and service in the Southeast.

      Mike Burke
      Asheville
      828 258-2442

      • Kaelan HinzKaelan Hinz
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        March 10, 2021 at 10:56 pm
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        #5206

        Thanks Mr. Burke! I’ll check it out.

    • Chris PolhamusChris Polhamus
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      March 6, 2021 at 5:25 pm
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      #5177

      Swap a 5 speed in now and keep the 6 speed for future repair or include with the car when you’re ready to sell.

      My limited understanding of Miatas is that the 5 speed is better for autocross anyway.

      Have you talked to Daniel Semon?

      • Kaelan HinzKaelan Hinz
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        March 10, 2021 at 10:59 pm
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        #5207

        That’s what I was thinking too. I have talked to him, and he was basically saying the same thing.

    • Keith YoungTEAMEFFORT
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      March 10, 2021 at 11:02 pm
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      #5208

      Good luck Kaelan, hope to see it running soon!

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