Miata Mailing List: July 1995, Message #159
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   From: Tom Manson 
Subject: Re: Miscellaneous Questions
   Date: Wed, 5 Jul 1995 21:37:30 -0400

On Wed, 5 Jul 1995, Haller, Paul C. wrote:

> 1. I've noticed a very definite amount of heat being emitted from within the 
> console. When wearing shorts, it's especially noticeable when the right leg 
> is resting against the console. Is the heat a common thing, and, if so, is 
> there any reasonable way to reduce the heat?

Yepper.  This is a common thing, and I haven't heard of a single method 
of reducing it.  Rumor has it that it is worse with the automatics.  
Maybe this reduction issue is a good subject for discussion.

> 2. How strong is the windshield frame? How much protection is afforded by it 
> in the case of, heaven forbid, a roll?

Frank mentioned the rollover survival already and I have nothing more to add.

> 3. What are the dimensions of the homemade windscreens that some owners have 
> made in lieu of the after-market products, and what are the basic 
> installation instructions?

I don't know what the exact dimenions are, but do know that 
RagTopMX5@aol.com makes them and sells them for a nominal fee.  Last week 
in Europe, Frank Brochoven showed me an optional device that is made for 
the BMWs or MBs (I can't remember which) that isn't available in the 
states.  It is basically a screen stretched inside a tubular fram and 
attached via bolt-on receivers on eihter side of the soft-top storage 
area.  It apparently cannot be raised/lowered with the top up.  It seemed 
really first class, but I got the impression that the price was high.

> 4. Someone mentioned using Dynamat Super in the doors to eliminate the 
> speaker vibrations and noise, but what/where is a "Crutchfield" as a source 
> of the Dynamat? Are there other sources?

Frank mentioned this one too.  Since I can't find my Crutchfield catalog, 
I can't help with the 1-800 number either.

> 5. What products are recommended for cleaning/protecting the (a) dashboard 
> and related interior areas, (b) body, (c) rag top, and (d) wheels?

Many folks rely solely on Meguiars products for a wide variety of product 
types.  Their number is 1-800-545-3321.

> 6. Are there some compelling reasons to remove the rear hooks, as they 
> provide a wonderful base for hooking a trunk strap?

I liked Frank's answer, but I also understand that many people are 
alergic to them and it makes their mouths turn all wierd when they get 
near the hooks.

Later,
Tom