NC MX5 to RX8 Rear Hub Upgrade with rear bearing replacement.

This video outlines the upgrade on your NC MX5 to the larger rear RX8 hubs and uprights. Rear wheel bearing replacement as well has axle disassembly are covered. For track use, the rear hub of the MX5 has been known to fail without notice. Upgrading to the larger RX8 parts is the solution.

Tie rod boot part numbers.
F15128503 (4) $ 6.44 Lateral Arm Cap (Front, Rear, Upper)
F151284A3 (2) $ 6.24 Steering Tie Rod End Boot (Front, Lower)
F151284B3 (2) $ 6.44 Suspension Ball Joint Boot (Front, Rear, Upper, Lower)

Oetiker CV boot clamp part numbers. This is not a Mazda part number. Available from Belmetric.com.
MX5 inner boot
Large band CV83BAND9
Small band CHPE34.6

RX8 outer boot
Large band CV84BAND9 or CV83BAND9
Small band CV31.6BAND9


This video is for entertainment purposes only. Certain steps may have been omitted either by accident or on purpose. Following these directions will most likely result in death or worse. Use at your own risk. I'm just some guy that likes to play with cars.