{"product_id":"mx5-miata-nc-rx8-mt6-upgrade-bundle","title":"Mazda MX-5 Miata NC \/ RX-8 - 6 Speed Manual Transmission MT6 Strengthening Upgrade Bundle","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscounted bundle of our EN24 billet bearing plate, change control bushings and reverse gear bush.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"bpdo8-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block paragraph\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"bpdo8-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"bpdo8-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 2px; background-color: #40a860; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nThe Performance Delta \u003cstrong\u003eBillet Bearing Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for the Mazda MX-5 NC and RX-8 6-speed MT6 manual transmission, designed to address the well-known weakness in the factory bearing plate Mazda used. The original cast aluminium bearing plate can flex under load, allowing the main and counter shafts to move out of alignment. This movement accelerates gear wear and, in severe cases, can lead to cracking of the factory plate and complete gearbox failure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block paragraph\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"cn0rm-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"cn0rm-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"cn0rm-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThis upgrade replaces the factory component with a precision CNC-machined billet bearing retainer plate, dramatically increasing rigidity in this critical area of the gearbox. By maintaining correct shaft alignment under high torque and aggressive driving conditions, it significantly improves long-term gearbox durability for both road and track use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block paragraph\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"51j28-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"51j28-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"51j28-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eInstallation requires partial gearbox disassembly but does not involve any machining or permanent modification. For best results, installation should follow Mazda’s MT6 transmission overhaul procedures to ensure correct bearing preload and assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"51j28-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"51j28-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block paragraph\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"777f7-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"777f7-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"777f7-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\" data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eEN24 steel billet gearbox bearing blate for Mazda MX-5 NC and RX-8 6-speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"55rov-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e4x stronger than the cast OEM piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"9boip-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9boip-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9boip-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eReinforces a known weak point in the MT6 transmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"51c3a-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"51c3a-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"51c3a-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eReduces shaft movement and maintains correct gear alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"7kkt9-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"7kkt9-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"7kkt9-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eHelps prevent accelerated gear wear and gearbox failure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"35dmm-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"35dmm-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"35dmm-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003ePrecision CNC-machined for strength and accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"bho7l-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"bho7l-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"bho7l-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eNo machining or permanent modification required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"fjhu5\" data-offset-key=\"sqp3-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"sqp3-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"sqp3-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eSuitable for fast-road, track, and high-torque applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 2px; background-color: #40a860; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChange control system bushes\u003c\/strong\u003e replace the plastic bushes that can easily break on transmissions that see hard use on track.  Made from brass to a tighter tolerance than the factory plastic bush.  These slider blocks are sold as a set of 3 and can be easily installed while the gearbox is out of the car - takes 20 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis kit replaces the factory plastic bushes (P601-17-481) that are prone to breaking under hard use, especially on track. By upgrading to brass bushes, you ensure greater durability and precision in your transmission control system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-2p c2-2q c2-3 c2-6z c2-24 c2-5y c2-70\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Mazda MX-5 NC and RX-8 6-speed manual transmissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces factory plastic bushes (P601-17-481)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from durable brass for improved wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighter tolerances for enhanced transmission performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet includes 3 brass slider blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation time: approximately 20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-2p c2-2q c2-73 c2-1n c2-1o c2-1q c2-10 c2-74 c2-3 c2-s c2-2s c2-2t c2-2u\" href=\"https:\/\/www.performancedelta.co.uk\/pages\/mx5-rx8-manual-transmission-6-speed-change-control-bush-replacement\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Install guide can be found here \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"3q9j9-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3q9j9-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 2px; background-color: #40a860; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3q9j9-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse Change Bush\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Mazda MX-5 NC 6-speed gearbox replaces the factory plastic bushes in the reverse gear change mechanism. Under hard use, particularly on track-driven cars, the original plastic components are prone to wear or failure, leading to imprecise operation or loss of reverse engagement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"2pg1f-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"2pg1f-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"2pg1f-0-0\"\u003e\u003cbr data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"auq0c-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"auq0c-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"auq0c-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eManufactured from brass and machined to tighter tolerances than the OEM parts, this upgrade provides increased durability and improved shift consistency. By eliminating the weak plastic bushes, it offers a more reliable solution for vehicles subjected to aggressive driving conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"auh6a-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"auh6a-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"auh6a-0-0\"\u003e\u003cbr data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"fs4jn-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"fs4jn-0-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"fs4jn-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-offset-key=\"8ievu-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"8ievu-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-reset public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"8ievu-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"8ievu-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eReverse gear change control bush for Mazda MX-5 NC 6-speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"8u9p9-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"8u9p9-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"8u9p9-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eReplaces the factory plastic reverse change bush\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"a5s1u-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"a5s1u-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"a5s1u-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eManufactured from brass for increased strength and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"4am10-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"4am10-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"4am10-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eMachined to tighter tolerances than the OEM component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"1412v-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1412v-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"1412v-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eImproves the reliability of reverse gear engagement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"crlqo-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"crlqo-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"crlqo-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eIdeal for track-driven or hard-used vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-offset-key=\"3gejc-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block public-DraftStyleDefault-unorderedListItem public-DraftStyleDefault-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-listLTR\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3gejc-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3gejc-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eDirect replacement with no modification required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-0\" data-editor=\"1fbnd\" data-block=\"true\" class=\"block paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"height: 2px; background-color: #40a860; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eAlways use a high-quality GL-4 transmission fluid; we do not recommend using GL-5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional installation is recommended.\u003cbr\u003eGearbox modifications should be carried out by a competent installer.\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for motorsport and high-performance applications.\u003cbr\u003eFollow the Mazda MT6 overhaul guide and bearing preload procedure.\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3ou32-0-1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect added extras from the parts picker to build your fuel system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Performance Delta Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53453200785748,"sku":"MT6-BIL-PLTV2-BUND","price":219.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/4199\/8164\/files\/92785.jpg?v=1769293647","url":"https:\/\/www.performancedelta.co.uk\/products\/mx5-miata-nc-rx8-mt6-upgrade-bundle","provider":"Performance Delta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}