First Track Day Woes in my Modified 2017 MX-5 Miata RF

225/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RZ Tires 17x8.5 Konig Heliogram Wheels Engine Fab9 Tune (91 Octane) Higher redline. 7400 rpm Goodwin Racing RoadsterSport Race Exhaust Suspension Sakebomb Garage / Miataspeed FPSpec Ohlins DFV "Long Stroke", 8k/4k springs Flyin Miata Offset Camber Bushings Karcepts 1.13" Front Swaybar Karcepts Front Swaybar Reinforcement Kit Supermiata Competition Hubs with extended studs Brakes Verus Brake Ducting Kit Brembo Front Calipers (BBS package) Painted Red Rear Calipers (BBS package) Rear Brake Lines rerouted per Flis Performance TSB G-LOC GS-1 Pads Front + Rear street R12s track. Interior All Weather Floor Mats Rspeed Smart Phone Holder Mount (Magsafe) ND0-3159 MX5Things Shelf Trunk Liner Mazda CarPlay/Android Auto Module (TK78-66-9U0E, C922-V6-605A) Flyin Miata LED Interior Bulbs Exterior AMMO Reflex Pro Enamel Flyin' Miata Tow Hooks Cravenspeed Stubby Antenna (Not installed) Flyin' Miata, LED Corner Lights, License Plate Lights, Rear Turn Signals Verus Rear Suspension Covers Verus Flat Underbody Panels Verus Rear Diffuser Engine oil: Mobil 1 5w30. Full synthetic Trans fluid: Motul Competition Gear Oil 75W-140 Diff fluid: Motul fluid Brake fluid: RBF 600 0:00 - Intro & track day setup 1:01 - Discussing initial brake cooling issues 1:28 - Suspension setup: Ohlins DFV dampers & Karcepts sway bar 2:42 - On track at GingerMan Raceway 3:03 - Initial impressions: "All the grip, no power" 4:14 - Engine sound & handling feedback 6:11 - Checking brake feel mid-session 7:40 - Comparing the Miata's cornering speed to other cars 9:35 - Fastest lap time & brake trust issues 10:11 - Comparing the Miata to the SS 1LE 11:21 - Right seat impressions from "Substitute Topher" 14:26 - Bleeding the brakes at the track 16:08 - Second track session: Testing the firmer brake pedal 18:42 - Encountering brake fade and ABS "ice mode" 22:25 - Final thoughts: Grip is insane, but the brakes need work #mazda #mx5 #miata Vehicle was provided by the manufacturer for testing and review. Enjoy these videos and want to support the channel? Consider becoming a channel member - You'll get early access to new videos before they go live and priority reply to comments, among other features. It's only $3/month, and you can cancel anytime: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD4NnnbISbr4dvmmzQxC2bA/join The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones, headphones are recommended! TheTopher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetopher2/ Equipment: (affiliate links): -DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro https://amzn.to/4jTN0J3 -Lens filters: https://amzn.to/4k0UsC9 -Binaural Audio - Roland CS-10EM Microphones http://amzn.to/2qKRbwA -Connected to & powered by the Zoom H2n recorder http://amzn.to/2pQqVkq -Don't forget the Hat Clip mount for that perfect POV angle: https://amzn.to/2GW7nmd -The best place to get tires: https://bit.ly/2JyRg3j Got a traffic ticket? Use Off The Record. Sign up with the code "TheTopher" for 10% off your first ticket whether you need it now or later: https://fight.offtherecord.com/TheTopher Sound system test track playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3D9bowGCF83T0BdpSfBc4t?si=qsUp8Hg1Q7yjypcDE4YihA