https://exocet.uk/ 2026-05-15T14:59:03+00:00 https://exocet.uk/ https://exocet.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php/wiki:dokuwiki.svg text/html 2021-02-04T11:51:57+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/rust_removal_prep?rev=1612439517&do=diff Rust Removal and Preparation To keep your build cost friendly you will be reusing a lot of parts from your donor car, of which most will have seen thousands of miles in all weather and are probably not looking their best. For items such as wishbones you can of course buy new however this method gets expensive quickly, so here we will cover on the typical ways for getting those rusty parts back to a text/html 2025-05-09T10:54:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/suppliers?rev=1746788076&do=diff Suppliers Nationwide * Car Builder Solutions - One stop shop for kit car parts and accessories * MX5 Parts - Import some original parts from direct from Mazda In Japan for less than local dealers * BOFI Racing - Suppliers of MX5 parts * Spares Hut - Mk3 Brake calipers and a few other bits, very reasonable * MarTrim - Car Upholstery * Auto Link - Suppliers of MX5 parts, discount code available via MEV Builders Facebook page * <https://freakyparts.co.uk/> - brakes, clutches & performan… text/html 2026-01-04T20:07:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/build_overview?rev=1767557229&do=diff Build Overview The launch of Exocet in 2010 created a storm in the kit car industry. Heralded as the new Lotus 7 with its true British sports car layout of front engine rear wheel drive and offering excellent value for money. One firm we can thank for keeping build costs low and less complex than anything else on the market place is Mazda who took our best of British sports cars and made them better and cheaper, now we take what they created and make it even better and cost even less! Over 1000… text/html 2022-01-18T16:03:34+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/brake_clutch_fuel_lines?rev=1642521814&do=diff Brake / Clutch / Fuel Lines ABS and Proportioning valve Most late donors come with ABS and it's a personal choice if you remove or keep it, most people remove it. You do not need to keep ABS to pass the IVA test even if the donor was fitted with it. text/html 2023-11-22T16:19:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/ncstripping_the_donor?rev=1700669947&do=diff Stripping the donor We assume that you will take all precautions and use proper personal protective equipment, ensuring you and anyone present is not in any danger. Obvious dangers include parts snapping, flying objects, heavy weights, sharp edges, fuel and electrics, The suspension springs on MX5’s are highly preloaded, removing them with the body in place holding them down is the way to go in the absence of spring compress tools. text/html 2024-09-21T15:22:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/serviceman?rev=1726932173&do=diff MX-5 Service Manuals Due to security updates in the plugin, the files now reside outside the webspace, if you need anything added here please get in contact with me via Facebook 1991-1993 Mazda Service Manual 1994 Mazda Service Manual 1997 Mazda Service Manual text/html 2021-03-09T13:51:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/stripping_the_donor?rev=1615297870&do=diff Stripping the donor We assume that you will take all precautions and use proper personal protective equipment, ensuring you and anyone present is not in any danger. Obvious dangers include parts snapping, flying objects, heavy weights, sharp edges, fuel and electrics, The suspension springs on MX5’s are highly preloaded, removing them with the body in place holding them down is the way to go in the absence of spring compress tools. text/html 2024-02-05T14:47:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/bodywork_mirrors?rev=1707144464&do=diff Bodywork & Mirrors Bonnet lock down There are various fittings on the market from bonnet pins to flush catches and Dzuz type fasteners. Fitting fasteners to the top of the bonnet with the locating pins attached to the chassis is a popular option. text/html 2024-08-23T20:46:14+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/engine?rev=1724445974&do=diff Engine Technically you can leave the engine very close to stock as the Exocet uses all the original wiring and sensors. However many builders will use the opportunity to refresh the engine as it's easily accessible, it makes servicing it even easier. As a minimum it's recommended to change the usual service items, timing belt, water pump, oil, spark plugs, and filters. text/html 2024-02-05T14:42:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/fuel_tank?rev=1707144169&do=diff Fuel Tank If you are looking for more information about running the fuel lines see Brake / Clutch / Fuel Lines The MX5 fuel tank fits under the rear cover. Brackets are welded to the chassis and holes need to be drilled in these to mount the tank. The filler pipe and filler cap from the MX5 can be used. (Be aware of IVA regulations that if the fuel cap is not lockable it must be tethered, if it is lockable it must not be possible to remove the key from the filler cap until it is locked back in… text/html 2023-11-11T11:18:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/iva_guide?rev=1699701511&do=diff IVA Guide Here is an Helpful hints on how to pass the IVA You are required to ensure that there are no edges (contactable with a 100mm diameter sphere - you can make your own easily with some pvc pipe, pu adhesive and a metal semi-sphere from a craft shop / ebay) that are less than 2.5mm in radius. This includes edges of wishbones and any accessible nuts and bolts. Below is an example of nut covers and edge trim. You can use rubber tube such as heater hose or petrol pipe to cover nuts. There i… text/html 2026-01-04T19:35:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/start?rev=1767555331&do=diff MEV Exocet Build Guide Welcome to the community driven Exocet build guide. This is a combination of the original UK build guide and contributions from builders. As it's a wiki people are free to add information and correct any errors as needed, all you need to do is register for a free account. Everything here is exactly what it's called, a guide, each build is different and there are many variations of donor vehicles. Nobody is responsible for your build and safety other than you. This is not … text/html 2021-03-01T11:29:22+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/wiring?rev=1614598162&do=diff Wiring Engine bay Below is a good example of how to keep it neat. This builder made a tray to load all the wiring into including those wires that are not needed. Make sure that all connections are clean and tight and that they are secured properly ensuring no cables can contact moving or hot parts and that rubber lined P clips or plastic ones are used. If cables pass through an alloy panel then you should use a proper grommet to protect the cable. P clips should be a maximum of 200mm apart.