Upgrade Your Mazda MX-5 Miata With CravenSpeed'S USA-Made Door Bushings Review

I was skeptical about the door bushings, but after a couple of friends got other brands and I rode in their Miatas I became a believer. Unfortunately they told me some sanding had to be done to get those other bushings to fit right, but researching some more I found that Cravenspeed's bushings were a perfect fit.and they were! Easy install and no sanding down required, doors feel more solid over bumps. Nice little upgrade! (2017 ND Club RF)

Like many others, I was a little skeptical about the claims, but you can now count me among the believers. Handling is now tighter and more responsive. Don't expect these to act like a new set of shocks. The rattles and squeaks are not going to disappear, at least not in a 2002 Miata, but handling has been most noticeably improved. The only nag I have is the price. I could've bought a pair of hard bushings for $20 less, but I guess the red makes the difference. All in all, I'd say don't…

I installed these on my 1992 NA6 and the difference was huge. I was really skeptical that such a small change could increase my rigidity by any objective metric, but as soon as I took the car out after installation I noticed that it no longer made a big creaking sound after recovering from each bump. Even if that's the only change it makes, it's worth it to slap on the new bushings. Especially if your stock shocks are getting old or you're running a firmer aftermarket setup.

These fit very well for me. The sound change alone is worth it. But it also looks nice, really does add some robustness. Don't throw away the old ones, just in case these don't hold up, the original ones are very good quality too.

These are great additions to my Mazda MX-5 RF Launch Edition. They make closing the doors feel and sound much more solid. Why didn't Mazda include bushings like these at the factory?

I got this for my 2019 MX-5 Miata RF. The doors would rattle when going over train tracks, etc. You do need a 10mm ratchet, and also a screwdriver. It is very easy to install, use ratchet to remove the screws (but keep them, they are used to attach the new bushings.) Then put the new bushings on, and use the screwdriver to reverse the screws before going clockwise, so you can be sure you have the threads aligned. Then use ratchet to get the screws closer to the bushings, just holding them snug,

excellent inexpensive piece to improve the integrity of the 2006 Mazda Miata frame. Does as advertised and is quick to install. No trimming/sanding as required in all other brands. Thank you Craven Speed

After installing motor mounts the vibration in my cabin was extreme (as to be expected) but my driver side door was the worst. After some research and good reviews on fitment with the Cravenspeed bushings I decided to go with them.It was with absolute the right choice. After install I started my car (cold start when it's the worst) and the driver door was silent and cabin noise was dramatically reduced. Weather has been bad so I don't have any driving impressions yet, but I'm sure it will not…

I ordered a different version of this product elsewhere and found it difficult to get it installed correctly even though it was very similar to the OEM part. This version not only has a different length and width from the OEM part, but also a different thickness. Although it is hard to detect a major difference in how solid my ‘19 RF feels, I have more confidence in this product.

Was skeptical on the merits and performance at first. Once I installed (five minute project) and road tested I am a believer. The bushings add a noticeable stiffness to the ride, thanks to securing and holding of the doors.

I put on the door bushings on my 2018 Fiat spider as a preventive measure. I had a Miata NA and with some age the doors rattled. With these bushings there is a noticeable difference. It took less than a half hour to install. Just wish they came in a better color

Just buy it. This should be the first "custom” modification to your Miata. I was a non believer after reading the reviews about how much better it is. I’ve now joined the cult and am quite happy.

Easy installation. Original rubber bushings were deteriorating on my 2011 Miata, so the time was right. Clearly the fit is firmer and door rattle on road is eliminated.

Installed on my ND Miata and I was stunned by how easily the door closes. I had installed ones from Ebay at half the prices on my NA Miata, and the doors never closed smoothly, which means they needed to be filed down somewhere but I never did. I'll bet these would have fit as well as on the ND. And they do make a noticeable difference in driving feel - a good difference. Well worth the extra cost and a very nice upgrade.

Noticeable improvement in cowl shake going over bumps as these remove compliance in the standard door bushings causing a very rigid fit between the doors and the unibody. There may be cheaper options out there, but these require no trimming. I wish they were black but they work so well I'm happy with them.

When I got my 2019 Mazda MX5 RF I noticed while driving over the slightest bumps there would be a noticeable shaking/rattling noise. By chance a stumbled upon door bushing and then these Cravenspeed door dushing. I was hesitant about the price tag for this but just went ahead with it. Once I put these on my car I noticed the door rattling while driving is completely gone. The only different is you can to give the door a little more of a push/pull to close it fully. (i.e. you can't lightly tap…

Did not fit my NB Miata, for $60 I expect good fitment. I will not modify the product when it should be correct from the manufacturer.

Worked as promised, no fit issues and some feeling of rigidity, solidness. Gives the car a bit more quality feel for small dollar. Although it’s surprising how much such simple little bushings cost.

One side seems to be a little too snug. Eventually I'm sure it will wear down and work more smoothly but right now the door sticks and is tough to open.

All convertibles are suffering from reduced torsion stiffness compared to a coupe due to the missing roof structure.Mazda did a great job designing door cups, that could do much more than just providing a stopper when slamming the doors. But they went only half way when designing the adjacent reinforce rubber bushings.A couple of companies came up with the idea of making much more solid bushings, so the doors would become an integral part of the stressed structure. The idea is brilliant, and…