How do I know if my Miata has limited-slip differential?

How to tell if your Miata has a limited-slip differential:

1. Call Mazda Customer Service 1 (800) 222-5500.
2. Do a burn-out: if you see one-wheel peel, sorry you have an open differential.
3. Or go here, this will show you every Miata year and the potential options that you could have had that year.

How do I know my Miata diff ratio?

The higher the ratio number the greater is the number of turns of the tail shaft to turn the wheels once. For example, a 4.3:1 ratio, as in the NA6A models, requires 4.3 turns of the tail shaft to turn the wheels once. The 1.8 litre cars in the NA and early NB models had a 4.1:1 ratio; the NB8B had a 3.636:1 ratio.

Does all Miata have limited-slip differential?

Not every Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a limited-slip differential. For this reason, Mazda recommends contacting the parts department of your local authorized Mazda Dealer or Mazda’s Customer Experience Center with your vehicle’s VIN number to verify.

How do you read a Miata Vin?

The typical Miata VIN number looks something like this:

1. The J is Japan. 1 = MI, US.
2. M refers to Mazda Japan. Y = AAI (Mazda USA)
3. The 1 designates vehicle type ie: car. 1=car.
4. The NA is the model ID.
5. The 35 is the body style.
6. The 2 is the engine code.
7. The 2 is a check digit.
8. The L is model year (L=`90, M=91, N=92, P=93, etc…)

How much oil does a 1999 Mazda Miata take?

4 quarts
Capacity: 4 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level.

What is the strongest rear differential for a 2004 Mazda Miata?

Description: Mazdaspeed LSD 4.1 ratio Rear Differential with Mazdaspeed CV Axles, from a 2004 with 109K miles. This is the strongest rear made by Mazda for your miata. It has bigger and beefier internals and… More Details » limited availability, These usually sell over the phone. please inquire @ 772-263-3142.

Is there a VLSD rear differential for 1993 Miata?

Limited Supply: Only 0 Left! Description: ’90-’93 Miata Rear Differential, Viscous Limited Slip (VLSD). Stub shafts included. Limited Supply: Only 0 Left! limited availability, These usually sell over the phone. please inquire @ 772-263-3142.

What was the gear ratio of the 1990-93 Mazda Miata?

The 1990-93 1.6 rear end was offered only in a 4.30:1 ratio – that’s it for the 6″ ring gear size, theres no known alternative ratios that came out of the Mazda factory however the was apparently a 4.875 after market set. The 1.6 differential is known to fail even on stock power levels. Gear Ratios – 7″ ring gear

Can I use 2 piece axles with a 1994 Miata?

You can use both versions of the axles interchangeably throughout the year range with any 1994-2005 differential (except Mazdaspeed) . The version of two piece axles from 1990-1993 Miata’s will NOT work with the later differentials. 2) If your car came equipped with ABS from the factory make sure you use axles from an ABS equipped donor car.