-Tom-

Thanks for the info. Janey. I have had the pleasure of driving all the MX-5s (NA, NB, NB-FL & NC) and have been very impressed with how stiff & taught the chassis is on the NC compared to the earlier models. However, I saw a review post on MX-5 Parts from a chap who has the NC bracing from I.L. Motorsports (he - Adam - just so happens to be over on the MX-5.com forum, and we have chatted in the past about many aspects of the NC, just never chassis bracing..!) explaining the effect the bracing gives on the NC. Adam also mentioned that the rear brace does not take up very much space in the boot, which is a bonus. - Tom.

Rebound seems lacking. An example would be on a rapidly undulating road - low amplitude 'humps' in rapid succession if you will. The initial compression cycle is handled well enough as you enter the first 'hump' only for the rebound to happen very rapidly on the crest - this then has the impact of making the compression at the next dip exaggerated - sometimes enough for bump-stop action - which in turn has an adverse impact on the next rebound cycle. This is of course an extreme example, but I think helps explain what I mean. The effect is noticeable in any situation where rebound damping is required - so any form of crest is a real killer. It has the effect of unsettling the car, which whilst annoying on straights, can be a little tricky if there is a cresting bend or similar. I'm not familiar with H&S... Also, any thoughts on the chassis bracing available? I.L. Motorsports, MazdaSpeed etc.

Hello, Now, I realise that the NC MX-5 has already received a fair amount of attention on here, so I apologise for yet another thread on the car! What I am after is a complete suspension package for the NC - that is, I am after a fully adjustable solution that incorporates dampers, springs & ARBs. I realise that all these parts are currently available for the NC - MazdaSpeed, H&R, etc. - but my problem with them is that they are all USA market derived packages, and that they may not necessarily suit our needs over here in Blighty; would this, in your opinion, be a reasonable assumption? It is based on previous experience with American tuned 'sports cars' - which usually means 'harder is better' in suspension terms. It has occurred to me that perhaps the Lotus adage would be one to follow? That is, softer springs, harder dampers, minimal ARB? Obviously that is all relative - but is that relationship of components something that would be recognised here? Or am I barking up the wrong tree?! I currently have the Eibach springs on my car (2.0 Sport), with geometry set by your good self (Tony) - I believe I was the second NC you ever did, way back in 2005... Now, the car handles well enough, but it is very apparent to me that with the Eibach springs, the Bilstein dampers struggle at the more extreme ends of the spectrum. Also, the body roll with standard ARBs is still on the high side, and really needs reducing. So, the question is this: Is there a current suspension package that you would suggest, or is a complete package something you would look at sourcing? My requirements are mainly road use, but with the ability to set up for occasional track use as well - which I know will always result in a somewhat of a compromise. Thanks