Many have, but it is set up for FWD configuration. I don't think it shares a bell housing pattern with the Miata RWD trans either.
It would be easier to start with the Mazdaspeed Miata engine, just because it is already set up correctly.
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1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5
1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5
2003 Toyota Tundra TRD
2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5
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