SPLASH GREEN MOTORS / WORKSHOP NOTES
Workshop Journal
Field notes on restoration, careful ownership, and the machines we can’t stop thinking about.
Restoration
A sympathetic approach to MX-5 restoration
What we preserve, what we replace, and why the original character of a roadster matters.
Buying Guides
Buying a Japanese roadster: the inspection list
The quiet signs that reveal a cared-for example before you commit to a viewing.
Rust Prevention
Rust prevention begins before the wet season
A practical guide to cavity protection, drainage checks, and the small habits that save metal.
Maintenance
The 30-minute monthly maintenance ritual
A short, repeatable routine for keeping a cherished car ready for the next clear morning.
Behind the Scenes
Inside the workshop: preparing a new arrival
The photographed notes, inspection sequence, and patient first steps behind each new project.
Maintenance
Cooling systems: where reliable miles begin
How we evaluate hoses, radiators, and the overlooked details that protect an engine on a long run.