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Exhaust Notes

On the Starting Line, what’s going on… August 30th – September 2nd Put-in-Bay Races… Nicholas Bugash September 2nd AWD… Bob & Jan Stefancic September 17th Monthly meeting at Cascade… Dan Cali September 19th Miata Mystery Tour…John James September 24th Miatas in Boone… Phil Daly September 26th Hayride… Joe & Sandy Wilick September 27th Canal Boat Tour ... Jared & Tiffany Fonner October 7th Around the World Dinner… Charlie & Marlene Rodgers October 11th Looking for Curves Tour … Bob Maurer and Becca Gustavel October 24th Boo Tour … John James & Rod Barkley November 11th Around the World Dinner… Margaret Watterson 2017 Viking River Cruise… Bob & Jan Stefancic

Under the Hood… ) calendar, president’s report 2 ) The Parking Lot (past events) 3 ) The Rearview Mirror - Pictures 4-7) Start Your Engines (coming events), 7) Sunshine , Rookies (New Members) 8) Meeting Minutes 9) The Tail Pipe (officers & web- sites) 10) FSOT, Newsletter News, Historian News, 11) Mazda News 12) Road Test of the Month 13) The Garage

September 2015

Dan’s Drive Time

We made it to September. It is a great time of the year to enjoy top down weather driving. It is a good way to see fall colors. This is a good time of the year to have a convertible.

Our last meeting was our annual cookout put on by Cascade Mazda. Thanks again for a very nice event. The next few months Cascade is going under construction with renovations. We will still be having our meetings there at the dealership but will be in a different location on there grounds. Someone will be there to direct you to where the meeting will be held.

Another reminder that elections will be coming up in December. Please consider running for A position.

The December meeting is our annual holiday party and it is on December 17, 2015 and will be at St. Michael's this year. This is the same place we have had the last two holiday parties. Final details and the cost will be posted on the website when they are available.

See you soon.

Dan Cali

The Parking Lot… past events;

August AWD Rich and Linda Placko The Around the World dinner for August was at the Brew Garden in Middleburg Hts. on August 11th hosted by Rich and Linda Placko. Had great weather and lots of good food for all. Those attending were; Bob and Jan Stefancic, Dan and Terri Cali, Joe and Sandy Wilick, Karen and Dave Baker, Gary and Char Davis, Mike and Lois Kerklo, Jim and Joyce Simmelink, Jim and Marilyn Nenadal, Art and Maureen Davis, Gary and Barb Savage, Jeff and Robin Arona Thanks for all that attended.

2015 Northcoast Miata Club Picnic Wrap-up Bob & Betty Belding The date was July 11, 2015 and the weather cooperated with us, the sky was clear and temperatures were moderate. There were thirty nine Miata’s lined up by the highway for “others” to observe. What an impressive sight!! Sixty seven people attended, a good time was had by everyone. Our cooks, Denny Moeller and Dave Baker were fantastic and were ably assisted by Jeff Kramer and Gil Miller. Thanks for a marvelous job, men!! Members present were (and I hope I didn’t miss anyone) John & Donna Garsteck, Alicia & Denny Moeller, Cheryl & Gil Miller, John & Jeanne Embree, Tim Graham, Bill & Rancie Titley, Scott & Mary Miller, Maryann Tower & Dennis Beckman, Nicholas Bugosh, Greg & Charlene Davis, Len & Nancy Thomas, Mike & Lois Kerklo, Rich & Linda Placko, Jim & Marilyn Nedadal, Doug & Carol Leavens, Dave & Karen Baker, Jim & Mindy McCartney, Al Muscutar, Ava Singerman & Bob Palmer, Margaret Watterson, Bob Maver & Becca Gustavel, John & Margaret Dascoli, Greg & Judy Selby, Bob Haseley, Bill & Sharon Proctor, Bob & Jan Stefancic, Charlie Welter, Jeff & Lisa Kramer, Dave McCuen & Jan McWilliams, Denny & Linda Blacklock, Tiffany & Jared Fonner, Bill Shepler & Joanie Rogers, Barb & Gary Savage, Charlie & Marlene Rodgers, Al Butler & Greg Gretz, Sandy & Joe Wilick Bob & Betty Belding, and President Dan Cali. I want to thank Denny, Alicia and Betty for all their help setting up, cleaning up and putting up with me. Denny helped haul picnic tables plus furnishing his grill for cooking the burgers. Thanks Bro. Dave McCuen organized and set up the rodeo games and helped run the games along with Dan Cali, Bob & Jan Stefancic and others. Thanks also to Doug & Carol Leavens for organizing a large Miata caravan to the Picnic. Great idea Doug & Carol. They had to rearrange the route due to ODOT replacing a bridge in Salem. ALSO – Alicia Moeller and Lisa Kramer worked their cleanup magic in the kitchen as the picnic was winding down. THANK YOU TWO ANGELS FOR YOUR HELP!! THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED. We enjoyed hosting our eleventh Northcoast Club Miata Picnic. Bob & Betty Belding

Our 3rd Annual RNRCSM (rescheduled) Car Show, a.k.a., FYBO Car Show! Jim & Marilyn Nenadal Five Miatas met at Alexander and Dunham Roads, for a short group ride to the Solon Car Show. 7 more Miata’s met us there. We were all greeted with “Miatas are in the first row.” It’s nice to be treated special. However, due to the chilly weather, they had an overall poor showing of other cars. We tried to stay warm and it broke up early. Better luck next year? Jim & Marilyn

Thank You Rich & Lilas Velardo Lilas and I would like to thank all of our friends in the Miata Club for your support & prayers the past couple of weeks. As many of you know, Lilas had a cancerous kidney removed, the prognosis is excellent though and she continues to feel better.

The Rearview Mirror… pictures from past events

Above, dinner outdoors, at the Georgetown restaurant.

Below, at the Solon car show. Two rows of Miatas and lots of other interesting cars. There was even a Maserati Merak in attendance. The ’60 Chevy wagon with the attached Whizzer was my favorite.

Start Your Engines… coming events;

Around the World Dinner, Vittorio’s Restaurant, Wednesday, September 2, 2015 Bob and Jan Stefancic This is the same restaurant that our club dined at in May 2014. The response was so great that we decided to go back again this year. We expect all attendees to be at the restaurant by 7 PM. This restaurant specializes in Italian food and their website with a menu listing and prices can found at www.vittoriosbuonappetito.com . To get your names on the list so that a table is reserved in the NMC area, e-mail us at [email protected] or call 440-951-2115 by August 31. This event is limited to 38 people, but we know that it will far for some of you to go. It is well worth the drive though. 29664 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe, OH 44092

Miata Mystery Tour, September 19th John James I am planning a late summer mystery tour on Saturday, September 19, 2015, which is the last weekend before the start of autumn. This afternoon mystery tour will take us along some nice Miata back-roads in northeast Ohio. We will end up having dinner at a nice restaurant. On the day of the tour, we will meet in the parking lot at the Cuyahoga Valley Park Visitor Center, which is located on Hillside Road right off of Canal/Valleyview Road. The address is 7104 Canal Road, Valleyview, 44125. I would like to have everyone begin arriving at 3:00 PM. We will begin our tour at approximately 3:30 – 3:45 PM. If you are coming up from the south on I- 77 turn right on Rockside Rd and head down to Canal Road at the bottom of the hill and make a right turn onto Canal Road and proceed until you come to Hillside Road, which is located on the right. Make a right turn and proceed 100 ft and the Cuyahoga Valley Park Visitor Center is on the left and the parking lot is right there. Continued next page….

Put-In-Bay Road Racing Reunion, Sunday, 30 August 2015 – Wednesday, 2 September 2015, Put-In-Bay, a.k.a., South Bass Island, Ohio Nicholas Bugosh Event Description 1930-1972 Sports Cars racing on an airport track celebrating the sports car races that were held on the streets at Put-In-Bay on Ohio’s South Bass Island from 1952 to 1959 and in 1963. It is one of the very few places in North America where post-war sports cars raced through towns and countryside on public roads and where those roads exist today virtually unchanged. Presently there are 65 entries and you can expect to see examples of: Alfa Romeo: GTV, Giulietta, Austin: Mini Cooper, Austin Healey 100-M Sprite, Autodynamics MKII, BMW 2002, Datsun SRL 311, Elva MK II, Fiat 850 Spyder, Ford Cortina GT, Honda CRX si, , Jaguar SJ-6C, Lotus Super 7, MG: TC, TD, A, B, Midget, Morris Cooper S, Porsche: 356 A, 356 SC, 914, 944, Triumph TR-3A, TR-6, Spitfire, Sunbeam Alpine, Turner 950s, MKIII, Ferrari 250 GT. Volvo PV 444, PV544 Summarized Provisional Schedule of Events (http://www.pibroadrace.com/) Sunday – Entrants arrive, register, tech inspection Monday – Orientation, Recollections, Practice Sessions, Rocker Cover (like Pinewood Derby) races at The Goat restaurant Tuesday – Race qualitfying 10:00 - noon, racing 1:00 – 5:00 pm Wednesday – Car Show 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Miata Club info: Presently this is a do-it-yourself event, but we may organize a group caravan, etc., if several people want to travel there on the same day.

• Nicholas has contacted the race organizer about possibly setting up a ‘Miata Corral’ at the track for the club. • Miller Ferry offered us an adult passenger group rate of $12 round trip per person. Visit their website,

www.millerferry.com, to view our interactive map of island attractions as well as nearly 100 coupons to local island businesses.

• Nicholas has made an inquiry into renting a house during the event. North Coast Miata Club contact – write Nicholas Bugosh at [email protected] or call 970.631.4190.


Miata’s in Boone VI, Sept. 24 Phil Daly www.miatasinboone.com, There is also a Facebook page: Miatas In Boone The Driver’s Event Returns September 24 – 27 2015 I’ll be going, leaving early Thursday morning and returning on Sunday. 2015 Lodging Options As an event focused around the Boone, NC area we are able to take advantage of some great deals from local motels. Information for the 2015 year is below. Recommended Options Highland Hills will offer a 10% discount for a three consecutive night stay during the event weekend (September 24 – 27). You need to mention you are with the Miatas in Boone group. They offer a variety of lodging options (motel rooms, cabins, etc). Book by calling 828-264-2277 or 800-948-5276. Their website is www.highlandhillscabins.com. Super 8 is offering rates of $55 on weeknights (Sun-Thur) and $79 for weekends (Fri-Sat). Rates do not include tax. Mention Miatas in Boone when making your reservation. Book by calling 828-264-4133 or 800-823-6159. Other Options Boone, NC is a vibrant community home to many great restaurants, attractions, and a downtown area surrounding Appalachian State University. Check out some of the local hotel options or visit us on Facebook to get recommendations from those who have stayed locally in previous years. Phil Daly, 216.631.4056 or [email protected]

HAYRIDE, Saturday, Sept. 26th Joe & Sandy Wilick Plans are underway for our hayride which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26th. We will start mid-afternoon with a short drive before arriving at the Carriage Trade Farm. The farm butts up to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and is located just a minute from Brandywine Falls in Northfield Center. Upon arriving at the farm we will enjoy a 30-40 minute hayride followed by a bon fire. Members can either eat around the fire or have dinner inside the heated barn where there will be tables and chairs set up for us. Wade Johnson who is the owner builds and renews carriages. The barn is filled with many collectibles and memorabilia from years past. Wade is looking forward to sharing with us information on some of his collectables. There will be a $7.00 fee per person. We are asking members to bring either a side dish or dessert. We will furnish hot dogs, buns and soft drinks. You may bring your own alcoholic beverage if you like. There will be a 30 car limit on this event. If interested please call 330-467-7690 or email [email protected] More details will follow at a later date.

Miata Mystery Tour, September 19th John James Continued from previous page If coming north on 77 make a left turn on Rockside Rd heading east and follow the instructions above. Please note that I am limiting this tour to just 12 cars this will be done on a first come first serve basis. I will also have a waiting list for those who want to be on standby in the event that someone should cancel. If anyone wants to sign up for the tour you can RSVP at (216) 429-1304 or by e-mail at [email protected]. (My cell Phone number to reach me on the day of the tour is 216-548-1889)

Canal Boat Tour - September 27th Jared & Tiffany Fonner This is a Sunday short drive with a picnic lunch, either bring your own or purchase a boxed lunch for $5 each choice of either turkey, ham, or bologna. Then a tour of Canal Fulton’s Oberlin House, and Old Canal Days Museum with a canal boat tour to finish off the day. The cost for the Canal Boat cost is $10. After the tour we will have dinner at the Canal Grille in Canal Fulton. The tour is limited to the first 25 cars to sign up due to the limited seating on the canal boat. The tour will start at 10am and finish at 5pm with dinner afterwards. All participants will be notified of the starting point closer to the date when all plans are finalized. [email protected] or 330-498-9095


Around the World dinner, October 7th Charlie and Marlene Rodgers Enjoy a tropical Around the World dinner at the Caribbean Cowboy in North Royalton on October 7th. The menu ranges from pulled pork, brisket, ribs, mahi mahi, tilapia, burgers, wraps, and more in a fun atmosphere with a blended feel of the Caribbean and Country Western. There is plenty of parking at the uniquely new Caribbean Cowboy at 6031 Royalton Rd. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m. Contact Charlie and Marlene Rodgers 440-539-0998 or [email protected]

Only one opening left! But we will start a waiting list if it fills. Gather at 12:00 Noon in Dalton at the Marathon Station/Bell Store/Subway on the northeast corner of SR 94 at US 30. Subway, Wendy’s, Dalton Dari-ette and two Marathon stations are at the intersection. After a drivers’ meeting shortly after Noon the tour starts at 12:30. The tour is approximately 120 miles, from 12:30 – 5:00 covering lots of pretty scenery on curving roads and it will have two pit stops. Radios will be tuned to Channel 5, tour instructions are clear and easy to follow and we will make sure no one gets left behind or lost by asking everyone to always keep the car behind them in sight at turns. The tour has two distinctly different personalities. The first part is on quiet back roads in Amish country where the pace will be compatible with the Amish lifestyle of buggies and pedestrians in Holmes, Wayne and Stark counties. After pit stop #1 the pace will pick up considerably as we drive some of the smoothest, most twisting roads to be found in this part of Ohio, through the Appalachian foothills in parts of Tuscarawas, Carroll, Columbiana and Jefferson counties. The tour ends at the Canal Tavern of Zoar at about 5:00, where we will unwind after the tour with a fun and delicious up-scale menu of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, a few dinner choices and a full choice of spirits. The tavern was built in 1829 by the Zoar Separatists as an inn for canal travelers. The inn’s historic decor, patio and the wine cellar room are all real treats to enjoy, as are the menu and the service. www.canaltavernofzoar.com Our private dining room has limited space, so it is necessary to have a 20 car limit on the tour. We have room for 1 more car, but will start a waiting list if it fills. Bob Maurer and Becca Gustavel RSVP by October 1. [email protected]

‘Looking For Curves’ Tour, Sunday, October 11, 2015 Bob Maurer and Becca Gustavel

Halloween Boo Tour 2015, October 24th John James & Rod Barkley Rod Barkley and I will be doing the 2015 Boo Tour, which is scheduled on Saturday, October 24th, which is the weekend before Halloween. This year we will be visiting some ghostly sites in the central Ohio area that have a history of paranormal activity. Our plan will be to drive on some nice back roads towards our Boo destinations. We will be sharing tales and stories of ghostly happenings at these various sites and could encounter a ghost or two. Once the tour is completed, we will have dinner at a nice restaurant to recap the Boo tour along with some good food and conversation. We will be meeting at the Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 6100 Ridge Road (Route 94) in Sharon Center. It is located just north of the circle in Sharon Center. We will be meeting at 1:00 PM in the parking lot. The Boor Tour will begin at 1:45 PM as begin our journey into the twilight zone. Anyone interested in signing up for the tour can RSVP at (216) 429-1304 or by e-mail at [email protected]. The last day to RSVP will be Saturday, October 17th. Even though, I am not placing a limit on the number of cars for the Boo tour. There will be no reservations accepted after October 17th. (On the day of the tour you can call my cell Phone to reach me (216)-548-1889).

John James


Viking River Cruise -2017, sponsored by Utah Miata Club Jan & Bob Stefancic - who have already signed up We have 40 Stateroom Cabins reserved for our July 2017 Viking River Cruise. The response has been overwhelming. All the French Balcony C and D cabins have been reserved. About half the cabins are with Utah Miata Club members and the other half are from members of 12 other Miata clubs in 12 different states. Some are family and friends of members that are not affiliated with a Miata club and don't want to miss this "trip of a lifetime." We welcome everyone who wants to come. This 15 day European River Tour will the second week of July 2017, so we are 2 years and 1 month away from our departure time. Brent Jenson of Morris Murdock Travel is working on getting us some specific dates for the trip. This cruise is specially priced at 2 FOR 1 Rates. It is a 2017 cruise for 2015 Pricing. The Deposit of $500. per person is half the normal deposit required. If you are interested contact us and we will give you a FREE DVD of the cruise and email you links so you can view the ship, cabins, and itinerary. We have a Reservation Form ( downloadable here) that you can fill out with all the information that the travel agency needs to book your cabin. We will also email you a Deck Plan which lists all the rooms which are color coded and have pricing for each room. Hurry and get your Rooms booked NOW, as they are going fast and almost half of the Longship is already booked. We are working with Morris Murdock Travel in Salt Lake and you can speak to our Cruise Agent, Amber Lee Johanson to book the cruise. Her phone number is 801-483-6314. Or you can email her at [email protected]. The deposit is only $500.00 per person (double occupancy/ 2 people per room). Note: Cabin Stateroom prices listed are per person. Deposit is fully refundable (see details on this). Just pay your deposit and set some money aside each month towards payment of the cruise. We recommend Travel Insurance which will be available in several months from now (around October 2015) to protect your investment in case something comes up. The word out now to other Miata people across the country in many Miata Clubs to join us and is also on Miata.Net Forum for the Southwest Region. You can get all the information and Registration form, Deck Plan and Itinerary on the Net, so sign up while the best rooms are still available. Information on Flights and cost of that part will be available about 10-11 months from cruise date. We will also be getting some Pre and Post Hotel packages in conjunction with the airline for further discounts. More information on that to follow in a few months. We have until October of this year, 2015 to book our cabins before Viking and the travel agency will release any un-booked rooms to the general public for sale. We will also have a 30 day advance window for our group to book cabins on this boat before this happens. Your money is held in an Escrow account and will be given to Viking sometime around October. You will be notified before this happens. As the Longship books up, You will receive ALL available discounts and promotions, cash back vouchers, etc. that are available by the cruise line and travel agency. Other discounts and benefits will be divided among all those who place a reservation for the cruise. For anyone interested in signing up please contact myself or Donn Cichocki of our club for information. Donn's contact information is [email protected] Phone: 603-432-5849. Or contact Mike Bailey at [email protected] Phone: 801-597-1456. Also ask Donn for access to our Viking River Cruise Facebook Page by emailing him. (it is by invitation only). Keep track of "Updates" on information

Sunshine News… Marilyn Nenadal [email protected] A reminder: Please, contact me either through e-mail or by phone, if either you or a fellow member needs the Club’s support offered by a card or a showing of caring and support.

Rookies (new members)… Current Membership count; 145

Skip Schweitzer Mantua 2005 Blue Miata MaryAnn and Bob Manning North Ridgeville 1999 Black Miata Hal White Akron 1995 Merlot Miata Ron Rasmussen Medina 2006 Red Miata Dave and Liz Smith Wakeman 1997 Blue Miata

Around the World Dinner, Wednesday November 11th Margaret Watterson A few years ago we had a very successful Hungarian dinner at Little Budapest and many have asked for a repeat. Things change, yet they remain the same. Little Budapest has closed, but Chef has moved to Ambrosia Restaurant, Westlake with the same food. So, we have a reservation for November 11 , 7:00p.m.. If enough people sign up we can have a private room. Lots of time to make plans. I must have reservations by November 2. [email protected]. They do have a webpage.

Meeting Minutes… John Embree, Secretary, August 20th, 2015, Cascade Auto Group

The meeting was called to order by club president, Dan Cali, at 7:00 PM. Seventy seven attended including: Jeffrey Arona, Dave & Karen Baker, Denny Blacklock, Bill Bulgrin, Al Butler, Dan & Terri Cali, Marcello & Peggy Codispoti, Philip Daly, Roger Davies & Caroline Casterline, Gary & Char Davis, Mike DePietro, Ed Ditto, Wayne & Connie Dustman, John Embree, Paul & Brigitte Eschenauer, Jared & Tiffany Fonner, John & Donna Garsteck, Bob Gauss, Bob Haseley, Dan & Joanne Incorvatti, Mike & Lois Kerklo, Steve Laitinen, Doug & Carol Leavens, Bob Maurer & Becca Gustavel, Scott & Mary Miller, Sue Nalazek, Jim & Marilyn Nenadal, Bob Palmer& Ava Singerman, Rich & Linda Placko, Scott Poffenberger, Bill & Sharon Proctor, Garland & Donna Ridgley, Joe Sands, Gary & Barb Savage, Skip Schweitzer, Bill Shepler & Joan Rogers, Bob & Jan Stefancic, Bill & Rancie Titley, Arthur & Patee Varie, Joe & Sandy Wilick, Skip Williams & Mary Ann Albert, Ron & Gayle Zipay July minutes as published in the newsletter were approved. REPORTS: President: Dan Cali – Thanks to Cascade Auto for hosting the cook out at tonight’s meeting. The Holiday Party will take place on December 17th at St Michael’s Woodside Party Center in Broadview Heights, OH. Vice-President: Greg Selby – absent Treasurer: Bob Stefancic – Latest financial report is listed in the Members Only Section of the Website. Secretary: John Embree – Please register your attendance on the sign in sheet located on the table 2016 Officer openings – Vice President, Secretary and Membership Membership: Joe and Sandy Wilick- Membership is presently at 143. Newest members are: Ed Ditto, Parma, OH ; Bob & Diane Wido, North Royalton, OH ; Bob & Brigitte Eschenaur, Richfield, OH ; Skip Schweitzer, Mantua, OH ; MaryAnn & Bob Manning, North Ridgeville, OH ; Hal White, Akron, OH ; Ron Rasmussen, Medina, OH ; Competition: Mike DePietro – nothing to report Historian: Phil Daley – The scanning of the historical club yearbooks is continuing. The process is slow and any help from the membership would be welcome. Newsletter: Rich Velardo – absent Items for the newsletter are due on the 25th. Webmaster: Daryl and Rachel Baker – absent Merchandise: Mike DePietro – Club logo merchandise is available to order on the website. Sunshine: Marilyn Nenadal – Lilas Velardo is recovering at home from recent surgery OLD BUSINESS: Tours and events since our last meeting were reviewed by their hosts or participants. Dave Baker has investigated a speaker system for the club meetings. He will make a presentation to the Board. NEW BUSINESS/ACTIVITIES: Jason DeMoss announced that Cascade Auto Group has a 2016 Mazda Miata (automatic transmission) which is available for test drives. Hosts highlighted the upcoming events, which include: Around the World dinners & lunches, Northcoast/Buckeye Clubs at Mohican Park, Ft Steuben Tour, P Graham Dunn Tour, PIB Classic Sports Car Races, Mystery Tour, Hayride, Canal Boat Tour, and Boo Tour. Sign-ups are available on the window ledge or by contacting the host. For details, visit the website or the newsletter. MONKEY BUSINESS: 50/50 Raffle: $150 collected; $75 went to the club; $75 shared by 2 members. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM

Club Officers & Committee Members; President………….. Dan Cali ………………... [email protected] Vice President ….…Greg Selby…………….... [email protected] Treasurer …………. Bob Stefancic…………… [email protected] Secretary …………. John Embree………….… [email protected] Historian ………….. Phil Daly……………......... [email protected] Membership ……… Joe & Sandy Wilick……... [email protected] Sunshine………..… Marilyn Nenadal…………. [email protected] Competition ………. Mike DePietro…………… [email protected] Merchandise ……… Mike & Linda DePietro… [email protected] Newsletter ………… Rich Velardo……………. [email protected] Web Master ………. Daryl Baker……………… [email protected] Sundaes ………… ..Barb Savage…………….. [email protected]

Favorite Links New Links… Junkyard Treasures; http://autoweek.com/car-life/junkyard-treasures Old time car commercials, remember any of these? http://www.tvraaca.org/oldmovies.htm#movie It’s the Jetsons flying car…For real. http://www.terrafugia.com Find out how to fix your Miata, go to Mike’s Place; https://www.youtube.com/user/MikesPlaceBiz/videos Club Links… Northcoast Miata Club; http://www.northcoast-miata.com MX-5 Miata.net; http://www.miata.net Sales Links… Mazda USA; http://www.mazdausamedia.com Cascade Auto Group; http://www.cascadeautogroup.com Backstreet Performance (club member Rich Johnson’s shop) http://www.backstreetper.com The Tire Rack; http://www.tirerack.com/index.jsp Moss Motors; http://www.mossmiata.com Flyin’ Miata; http://www.flyinmiata.com Goodwin Racing; http://www.good-win-racing.com Bring a Trailer, classic cars (that can be driven, not show queens) for sale. www.bringatrailer.com Trip Links… Deal’s Gap; Miatas at the Gap XVII; http://www.gapmiatas.com Fontana Village, NC; http://www.fontanavillage.com Highland Manor, Townsend, TN; http://www.highlandmanor.com Competition Links… Northern Ohio Racing Association; http://www.noraracing.net NE Ohio region SCCA; http://www.neohio-scca.org NASA Racing; http://www.nasaproracing.com Anatomy of Autocross (video); http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cDsmBexSd8 Mid-Ohio Race Track; http://www.midohio.com Helpful Links… Tire Size Calculator; http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html Just for Fun Links… Autoblog, automotive news and test drives. www.autoblog.com Jalopnik; http://jalopnik.com Jay Leno’s Garage; http://www.jaylenosgarage.com

The Tail Pipe…

The Tail Pipe…

See the Cascade Auto Group for all of your Miata needs. Audi, Mazda, Subaru & Porsche sales and service. 4149 State Rd.,

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 330-‐929-‐1861

Newsletter News Rich Velardo Please submit your articles in Helvetica font no later than the 25th of each month. E-mail to either the club newsletter editor e-mail [email protected] or my personal e-mail [email protected] If you do not get a confirmation e-mail back from me, I didn’t get your message! Historian News Phil Daly Pictures can be found at SmugMug: http://nc-m.smugmug.com

For Sale: Luggage Rack, non-permanent adjustable stainless steel rack from Moss Motors, fits1990-2014 Miata, very nice condition, plus rain-proof luggage with straps which is a perfect fit for the rack. A $275 value, asking $175. Bob Maurer 330-316-8697 [email protected] Bob Maurer 330-316-8697

Northcoast Miata Club 25th Anniversary Pens Available in either red or blue, each pen proudly features the 25th anniversary logo, club name and the club web-site address. To purchase one of these fine ball point pens (plastic body with metal & rubber parts), contact Rich Velardo. Cost? Just $1.00 each, buy a handful or two of them, we have plenty to go around!

For Sale: Pioneer HD Radio, Model DEH-X8500BH – With surround that fits 2006-2008 Miata (will fit other year Miatas with the correct dash surround), Bluetooth, HD, MP3, all cables and mike for Bluetooth. Essentially plug and play for ’06-‘08. Price $200 Dave Baker 330-760-6196 [email protected] For Sale: Car ramps - like new $20 Dave Baker 330-760-6196 [email protected]

Mazda News...

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Models & Features MSRP starting from $24,915 All-new for 2016, Mazda MX-5 sheds approximately 150 pounds compared to the previous model, using Mazda’s SKYACTIV Technology. The 2016 MX-5 comes powered exclusively by a 2.0-liter SKYACTIV-G engine in North America, which produces 155 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4,600 RPM. New features include: Smart Keyless Access (standard with automatic transmission; available with manual transmission) No longer has Bilstein suspension package available a la carte MX-5 Sport: Standard six-speed manual transmission (replaces standard five-speed manual in MX-5 Sport) Bluetooth wireless phone and audio pairing Cloth Top (previously vinyl standard) Standard LED headlamps and tail lights (bulb turn signals) Power door locks with speed sensors Trip computer USB audio input port Leather shift knob Single CD player Cruise control (automatic transmission) MX-5 Club: MAZDA CONNECTTM Infotainment System with seven-inch full-color touchscreen display Multi-Function Commander Control HD Radio Two USB audio input ports BOSE® nine-speaker audio system SiriusXM satellite radio MX-5 Club is the only trim level to receive a Bilstein sport suspension, front lip and rear deck spoilers and, when

equipped with a manual transmission, limited-slip rear differential and shock tower braces MX-5 Club Brembo/BBS Package Rear bumper and side sill extensions Forged lightweight BBS 17-inch wheels Brembo front calipers and rotors Red-painted brake calipers at all four wheels MX-5 Grand Touring: MAZDA CONNECTTM Infotainment System with seven-inch full-color touchscreen display Navigation Multi-Function Commander Control HD Radio Two USB audio input ports BOSE® nine-speaker audio system SiriusXM satellite radio Blind spot monitoring Rear cross traffic alert Adaptive Front-lighting system (AFS) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Automatic headlamps with high beam control

Mazda3 Announced as One of Autotrader’s 2015 Best Cars for Dog Lovers IRVINE, Calif. (August 26, 2015) – The dog days of summer may be behind us, but Mazda3 is still lapping up awards, with the latest being Autotrader’s “Best Cars for Dog Lovers.” This marks the 16th award for Mazda3 in the last eight months – 4.7 dog years to Mazda’s canine audience. Mazda3 is one of nine vehicles that fetched Autotrader’s dog-friendly award for 2015. Autotrader’s editors looked at criteria such as having fold-flat rear seats, a rear lift gate, a low ride height, airy cabin and underfloor storage to determine its award-winners. According to Autotrader, more than 56 percent of dog-owners shop for vehicles suited for the pets. One in four have or would consider taking a pet on a test-drive to gauge whether a vehicle is a good fit for a four-legged friend. Additional information about Autotrader’s Best Cars for Dog Lovers can be found at: http://www.autotrader.com/best-cars/9-must-shop-cars-for-dog-lovers-242929

2016 MX-5 Miata Road Test Rich Velardo The ND is starting to show up on dealer lots, many of the pre-launch questions about handling, power and interior accommodations are being answered as more of us get to test drive or buy the new Miatas. As some of you already know, the new Miata fixes a whole lot of issues that the NC had, starting with the floppy suspension and ending with a much nicer interior and comfier seats. Many would argue that there’s not enough power, it’s down from 167 HP to 155 but the torque is up from 140 lb. ft. to 148 and with less weight the ND is actually the quickest Miata that Mazda has produced. Even with the automatic, I found the power to be OK, this was an automatic that I test drove and if I kept it in "sport" mode it moved along just fine. Still, like the NC before it, it could use just a little more power, nothing that a tune & intake/exhaust wouldn't fix, there’s no need to go radical looking for more power. It will be interesting to see if the aftermarket can adapt turbos and superchargers to the high compression Skyactive engine, but most drivers will be quite happy with the power as it is from Mazda. I'd like to see the suspension tightened up a bit, there’s still too much body roll and lowered an inch. But overall there are really no suspension complaints, Mazda did a much better job here than with the NC and the aftermarket will take care of providing a more “sporty” suspension for those of us who would prefer a tighter feeling car. So far the new Miata impresses quite a bit, nice work on the drivetrain & suspension Mazda! But there are things to quibble about too, why is there less storage space inside and no glove box? While the infotainment screen is very useful and easy to see, it’s ugly. And as long as Mazda adapted the corporate infotainment system into the Miata, why not the HID screen as well? There’s still no option for the limited slip differential on a Miata with automatic either. Might as well add the other big complaint, the lack of bright paint colors, how many shades of white & grey do we need? Enough complaints, back to the good stuff, the top is really well done, I thought that it'd be hard to improve on the NC top, but this top is so easy to put up that only a power button would make it easier. The trunk space looks almost comparable to the NC, even though it’s actually down from 5.3 Cu. Ft. to 4.6 Cu. Ft. As for me, I'll be in the market in a couple of years, maybe Mazda will have some sharper colors or special editions that will make it worth while getting one sooner. Otherwise I’m good with the old NC. To sum up my test ride in one simple statement; it's nice to know that Mazda still understands what a Miata is supposed to be.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata GT in Soul Red with black leather interior.

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The Garage… It’s all Fun!

Bob Maurer was in the garage, he determined that his NC needed a more appropriate “sports car sound”, so an AEM cold air intake system was installed. Installing this intake necessitates the removal of the front bumper cover, which in turn means removing several gazillion screws & plastic fasteners. But the job is really pretty straight forward, it’s just time consuming with those several gazillion fasteners. Really, there must be several gazillion fasteners. Step one is to remove the entire front bumper cover, as Bob has done in the first picture, then the factory air-box must be removed as well. See the second picture for the empty hole where the air-box used to live. The dull silver gizmo with the wires plugged into it is the ECU. Reassembly starts with covering the ECU that lives in the space that was previously under the air-box, with an ABS cover and then fitting the tubing for the cold air intake. Lastly, reinstall the front bumper cover and enjoy the new cold air intake system.

Nice work, Bob! Next up will be a Goodwin Racing muffler and anti-sway bars, look for this in next month’s The Garage . Did I hear mention of tires (215/45 x 17Michelin Pilot Super Sports) & wheels too Bob? It’s only a matter of time until Bob’s into replacing the shocks & springs. The motto in The Garage is; “It’s all fun!”.

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