Hi, Just wanted to post some pictures of my car with my old 20'' mags with 275X35X20 tyres which have since been replaced with new 20'' Black Five Spoke with Chrome lip, looks alot meaner, ill post new pictures soon, promise.

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are you also lowering it ?

I saw your video on line.

slam that sucker!

im gonna lower it soon, the back wheels scrape abit when going through dips or off driveways at a certain angle and have already rolled the fenders...

south africa represent!

WOO>< African RX8. first time ever heard of.
so how much did you get the car for?
just sort of wondering.
BTW, are those really Magnesium alloy wheels?
if yes, how heavy are they?

did someone say Jedi??

Phat8, really good to see someone close by. Been trying to insert the pic of mine, don't know if it worked. Twenty-flippin'-inches !! I checked tyre prices for my 18'' and each tyre costs more than four of my previous car, with some change to spare. Where the heck did you do the chrome? would like to do both the front and the rear

msenzo: if you want to insert a photo you've got 2 options:

1) you'll need to upload the picture somewhere. try www.photobucket.com. Sign up there, you'll see an browse button, insert that path you put in your post, click upload. Once it's uploaded, you'll see a url (use the top one). Then come back, click on image and insert that url (copy & paste is your friend)

2) Resize the picture WAY down, go advanced, manage attachments, browse for photo, and upload.

Damn, that shat looks beefy!! Nice color choice p-hat!

May the force be with you


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Before I disappear, in SA we have two versions
5 speed manual (141kW, 220Nm) R299 000
6 speed manual (170kW, 211Nm) R341 000

Sorry, don't have conversions for power and torque. But you can easily match these with your figures.

At the moment 1$ will buy you R7.04, you do the math. Costs pretty much similar to the Alfa Romeo GT V6 and way, way cheaper than the 350Z, the Crossfire(yuk!!) and the S2000.

You Said Crossfire

he did say yuk after

New 20'' rims fitted on my 8, Shiny Black with chrome lip, red Callipers.

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I saw your video on line.
u like??? had alot of nasty comments on my ''calling all donuts thread'' from other people who ''assumed''
:mad: there was no one watching the other cars which were been let through on the blocked off road as i was having a event at my shop. go figure?

south africa represent!
thanx man! :rock:

WOO>< African RX8. first time ever heard of.
so how much did you get the car for?
just sort of wondering.
BTW, are those really Magnesium alloy wheels?
if yes, how heavy are they?
there r a few 8's around here but everyone's 2 scared to do any mods 2 them, especially turbo charging them. we dont get the white colour choice here though which i think is a great looker 2. car cost us R240.000 pre owned with 20.000 km's on the clock. as for the wheels we here in SA call all after market rims ''mags'' . i dont know what metal i think u right, they're not 2 heavy but the 20''s do slow the beast down alot. :)

did someone say Jedi??
the force runs strong in you. my custom car sound fitment centre is called JEDI AUDIO. :SHOCKED:

Phat8, really good to see someone close by. Been trying to insert the pic of mine, don't know if it worked. Twenty-flippin'-inches !! I checked tyre prices for my 18'' and each tyre costs more than four of my previous car, with some change to spare. Where the heck did you do the chrome? would like to do both the front and the rear
SAME! im in edenvale jhb and yourself? love silver it was a tough choice 4 us between black or silver. tyres r ridicilously priced. our original tyres were finished and had buckled rims from our lovely roads. so we decided 2 just go big. those rims were not chrome they were the normal matt silver colour rims come out with. probably the picture... what r u going to mod first? i think a light silver shade window tint all round could compliment ur car alot... :score:

Damn, that shat looks beefy!! Nice color choice p-hat!
thanx 4 the compliments. is ur 8 black 2? could u post ur pics?

he did say yuk after
CHRISM thanx 4 the comps on my donut thread i tried 2 start, could'nt reply 2 everyone one on time hit a dead end there... no point anyway, do u get ur 8 abit sideways now and then?? i enjoy practicing drifting... there's a cool site (streetfire.net) where there's alot of 8's having fun and not getting dissed... I WONDER IF ALOT OF THOSE GUYS EVEN KNEW THE RX8 IS REAR WHEEL DRIVE? :lach: fun fun fun. checked out your pics. your mods out mod everyone on this forum! respect! love ur 8 just the exhaust in the middle not my style. dont even want 2 ask how much time and cash went in to ur 8.... :Eyecrazy:

sorry everyone.probably think im rude. :cwm27: been very busy. im back and have my new pics. thanx 4 the replies... :jump:

Here's the only pics I've got at the moment. Just took some 2 days ago w/some of the other trinkets I've put on. But I'm really slow about actually getting my pics on to my computer.

Where is the anti-personnel flamethrower?

CHRISM thanx 4 the comps on my donut thread i tried 2 start, could'nt reply 2 everyone one on time hit a dead end there... no point anyway, do u get ur 8 abit sideways now and then?? i enjoy practicing drifting... there's a cool site (streetfire.net) where there's alot of 8's having fun and not getting dissed... I WONDER IF ALOT OF THOSE GUYS EVEN KNEW THE RX8 IS REAR WHEEL DRIVE? :lach: fun fun fun. checked out your pics. your mods out mod everyone on this forum! respect! love ur 8 just the exhaust in the middle not my style. dont even want 2 ask how much time and cash went in to ur 8.... :Eyecrazy:

thanks for the kudos but i think you may have me mixed up with some one about the exhaust. I have a B & B exhaust with 2 tips.

thanks for the kudos but i think you may have me mixed up with some one about the exhaust. I have a B & B exhaust with 2 tips.
:Freak_ani sorry my bad! was getting you confused with Grx8MaZdA your cars look very similar...

similar but different....he has the whole VS kit on red/black and mine is front, sides vs and rear ms....mine is red/grey.....he has a huge wing and i have a cf lip spoiler..he also has silver volks and my rims are polished black.....mine is more a subtle more street tuned version

every time I see an 8 with 20's on it, it looks like it is a 4 wheel drive, too much ground clearance. needs to be lowered. just my opinion.

similar but different....he has the whole VS kit on red/black and mine is front, sides vs and rear ms....mine is red/grey.....he has a huge wing and i have a cf lip spoiler..he also has silver volks and my rims are polished black.....mine is more a subtle more street tuned version
thats right... did'nt c the back of yours thats where i got it all wrong could u post me pics? the front and sides look great. is it turbo'ed i definetly dont like big wings on rx8's. im still trying 2 find something 4 mine...

every time I see an 8 with 20's on it, it looks like it is a 4 wheel drive, too much ground clearance. needs to be lowered. just my opinion.
i agree 100% and i haved 2 drive around feeling and knowing this... i could'nt get this style mags in 19'' which i think is the perfect upgrade size from the 18's, this set i got was the only set in S.A funny enough.i have a plan, im gonna drop it soon ,and fit a bodykit i know this will sort it out she'll look phatter. pacience is a art im working on. cant wait next year lowering then body kit. how much do u think i should lower it 30mm?

Here's the only pics I've got at the moment. Just took some 2 days ago w/some of the other trinkets I've put on. But I'm really slow about actually getting my pics on to my computer.
at least im not the only one that's abit slow. looks good. great colour, how long u had yours? i've wanted the side chrome vent fin things and went 2 mazda 2 price them and they want R2800.00 a set u do the maths (X10) abit ridiciously priced, maybe santa drops a set by mistake under my tree. they really do finish off the vents alot better.

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=1644921&postcount=3

Got mine 3/13/6. Love it just as much today as I did when I pulled into the dealer lot & it was waiting right in front of the door waiting for me to sign.

The stainless steel strakes are cheaper than Mazda store aluminum even with exchange rate & shipping from the UK - back in April they were $120 USD vs. ~$190 for the "mazda" ones. Don't know what the cost would be for U, but they're at http://www.rx8-accessories.com/index.html if you want to check.

SAME! im in edenvale jhb and yourself? love silver it was a tough choice 4 us between black or silver. tyres r ridicilously priced. our original tyres were finished and had buckled rims from our lovely roads. so we decided 2 just go big. those rims were not chrome they were the normal matt silver colour rims come out with. probably the picture... what r u going to mod first? i think a light silver shade window tint all round could compliment ur car alot... :score:

I am in Alberton, JHB. Next time you see a silver 8 flashing, its me. I was going to tint first, but thought sorting out the audio system comes first. If you are near Alberton, check out the Mazda dealer, they have a modified 5 speed. Looks similar to chrism's car. Really nice with carbon fibre bonnet and black rims and a lot more other goodies.

Hey...

I'm in Fourways. It's good to see some more people from SA on this forum.

I've got a Velocity Red - 2004 model. I was just wondering - Phat8 - what all do you guys do at your store? Is it just sound? I've been thinking of modding a bit - but most of my cash is going towards a new house at the moment.

Where exactly is your store in Edenvale - I reckon I should pop round for a visit - check our your 8 (it looks really good).

The strakes that you spoke about - you can get them WAY cheaper from the UK - check out: http://www.rx8strakes.com or http://www.rx8-accessories.com - both offer strakes and accents for the front and back bumpers for quite decent prices - I was thinking of getting some myself.

Also - do you know anywhere I can get hold of Enkei rims? I REALLY like the new Mazdaspeed 2 style rims from Enkei - blue 8 attached. I reckon those are what I'd like to stick on my 8.

Lastly - do you know of anyone who does forced induction on 8's here in SA? I've looked around and can find a multitude of tuners for the rx7 but not the 8. The only kit I've come across if from Big Boss Auto (Petit Turbocharger kit) but they want +- R70 000 for it! That's a bit out of my range at the moment.

Otherwise - Enjoy your 8 - I know I love mine!

The UK 8s don't have rear accents. Not sure what you've got in SA, but if you want front AND rear the UK shops are not gonna have both.

True - I forgot that you guys get the rear fog light in the "diffuser" area :doh:

Well, the rx8strakes.com site sells the accents for the rear - I imagine it's a US site. They also make an aftermarket rear "fog light" type light which lights up with the tail lights and brakes. Not sure I'd get it, but I do like the accents...

There's also a knock off rear accent - I've got it on my8. It's aluminum (so I guess not really a knock off) but made by rotary13b something or other. Got it on ebay 30 or 40 (USD$$$$) and am quite happy with it. I'll check the site tomorrow - it's bookmarked at work.

The front accent I got from Howard (rx8-accessories.com) was pretty expensive. His strakes are great & cheaper, but the front accent was more than the regular aluminum ones through mazda. Not sure if there are any front accents that are cheaper.

Thanks for the info. The ones on rx8strakes.com are pretty cheap because they're plastic. I think they go for something like $40 for the accents and $70 for the strakes. I'm not sure exactly how durable they'll be but the pricing is nice.

I'm not really focussed on modding my car at the moment, but I have started a little kitty that I'm just throwing a few extra Rands into each month that I can put towards little things like strakes and accents. I know there isn't a concensus on this forum in terms of whether the strakes look good or not. But I like them - I think the combination of the strakes and accents just add's that little bit extra to the car.

I am in Alberton, JHB. Next time you see a silver 8 flashing, its me. I was going to tint first, but thought sorting out the audio system comes first. If you are near Alberton, check out the Mazda dealer, they have a modified 5 speed. Looks similar to chrism's car. Really nice with carbon fibre bonnet and black rims and a lot more other goodies.
'[ll be on the look out. if u want 2 upgrade ur sound and want any advice 4 ur sound u should maybe come past my shop some time and come c our work products and c how well priced we are. specialising in custom sound installations. i cant wait 2 do a custom installation in my 8 just cant find time... maybe in the new year when things quiten down. u've heard a few people telling me about this rx8 in alberton. must go c it.

Turns out he's got the front & rear accents - $70 (USD) for both!

http://www.rotary13b1.com/order.html

I've got the rear accent & it's great. I would recommend adding a small piece of double sided sticky tape to the lower corner b4 applying it. Mine seems like it can wiggle a tiny bit. Don't have the front from this place, so I can't comment on the fitment.

Hey...

I'm in Fourways. It's good to see some more people from SA on this forum.

I've got a Velocity Red - 2004 model. I was just wondering - Phat8 - what all do you guys do at your store? Is it just sound? I've been thinking of modding a bit - but most of my cash is going towards a new house at the moment.

Where exactly is your store in Edenvale - I reckon I should pop round for a visit - check our your 8 (it looks really good).

The strakes that you spoke about - you can get them WAY cheaper from the UK - check out: http://www.rx8strakes.com or http://www.rx8-accessories.com - both offer strakes and accents for the front and back bumpers for quite decent prices - I was thinking of getting some myself.

Also - do you know anywhere I can get hold of Enkei rims? I REALLY like the new Mazdaspeed 2 style rims from Enkei - blue 8 attached. I reckon those are what I'd like to stick on my 8.

Lastly - do you know of anyone who does forced induction on 8's here in SA? I've looked around and can find a multitude of tuners for the rx7 but not the 8. The only kit I've come across if from Big Boss Auto (Petit Turbocharger kit) but they want +- R70 000 for it! That's a bit out of my range at the moment.

Otherwise - Enjoy your 8 - I know I love mine!v
hi i agree good chatting 2 some one close thanx 4 the comps and info was'nt getting very far with some other people over the waters...we only do customised sound installssales and repairs and security, etc... check out my site www.jediaudio.co.za which has'nt been updated in ages... my adress and contact details r there.the mags u want are most powa! enkei rims i really dont know where 2 get them. the guys at big boss cant help there? i would'nt go to them 4 turbocharging 2 expensive, and i dont like the only kit they have 2 offer a copy of the veilside kit. i've met someone who told me there is a reputable place in boksburg who does turbocharging T3/T4 turbo another management system and and... R32000 apparently the guys done a few and after mods pushed 320 kw on the wheels. im getting the details and researching will keep u up 2 date. super test the rotary specialists in springs only want 2 supercharge,they reckon turbo'ing is unreliable on the rx8, ive tried 2 ask guys on the forum but get no response... they want R50000. there is also a bolt on greddy kit from the states 4 R35000. just to get it imported... im into property 2 also pumping cash into that thats why my mods r coming slowly 2. :hahano: so 1st get ur house sorted i agree. good area the north's cool but i hate the traffic to william nicol. b great2 meet uand 2 come round to my shop some time. no plates on the front, that's the style, looks best... :)

Thanks for the info. The ones on rx8strakes.com are pretty cheap because they're plastic. I think they go for something like $40 for the accents and $70 for the strakes. I'm not sure exactly how durable they'll be but the pricing is nice.

I'm not really focussed on modding my car at the moment, but I have started a little kitty that I'm just throwing a few extra Rands into each month that I can put towards little things like strakes and accents. I know there isn't a concensus on this forum in terms of whether the strakes look good or not. But I like them - I think the combination of the strakes and accents just add's that little bit extra to the car.
the rx8 is so sexy as it is, people haved 2 b careful with their choice of mods :dragster: ive seen furry cow print pattern seat covers over the leather seats, people changing the steering wheels, gear shift changers, huge aluminium wings, chrome mercedes amg style mags, fridges in boots. if u look at the calling all engine bays thread u will c a example of what not to do (flames sprayed on the covers) just my opinion... will let u know when i spot a furry dash :eyetwitch no no no no. .. i'll get a friend to edit all these ''mods''on photo shop and post a pic and tell me what u think...they actually featuring these cars in our performance magazine just my opinion..i guess at least it's not just vw golfs the whole time. PAYING ATTENTION 2 THE FINER DETAILS ON SUCH A SEXY CAR will make a huge difference Already strakes etc... i sprayed my front and back rotor symbol under the bumpers matt silver and looks good along with painting my calipers red (not a quick mod) and putting mesh in the (mesh plastic look inserts) mods on the back bumper. these r all easy cheap mods. my bumper had stone chips and needed a respray so i got them 2 remove the badge and fill the holes and the unneccesary things under the lights that do nothing removed and filled at the same time looks more PHAT! AND OF COURSE NO NUMBER PLATE :) :chomper: (if any one knows a handbrake lever mod, pls share. it's about the only thing i dont like.) luckily we can sit back and c brave people doing things on the forum and make the right choices. i love it when u drive ur 8 and u feel like ur wearing a huge pink and yellow hat cos everyone's looking ur way or trying hard not 2, then u know ur styling.... and u even get abit of animosity :mad: ... zoom zoom. i luv my rx8. :wiggle: :101384_l:

Did Any One here local see 2 editions back in the Speed And Sound mag The Red Rx8 With The Chrome 20'' Mags? Talk About Spoiling The Look Of A Great Car! It's Not A Mercedes Benz Amg. And Fridges In The Boot...? as long as they happy with it i suppose. another thing I Was Very Dissapointed with When They Tested The Rx8 On The Power Laps Comparisons And Had Such Low Ratings The (5 Speed With 20'' Mags!) W.t.f :mad: ............................... At Least They Eventually Grew A Brain :Eyecrazy: Or Got Alot Of Flak And Tested The 6 Speed Model A Couple Of Issues Later.

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=1644921&postcount=3
nice pics, is there anywhere i must go look 2 c the rest of your car like the back, the front looks hot.

v
hi i agree good chatting 2 some one close thanx 4 the comps and info was'nt getting very far with some other people over the waters...we only do customised sound installssales and repairs and security, etc... check out my site www.jediaudio.co.za which has'nt been updated in ages... my adress and contact details r there.the mags u want are most powa! enkei rims i really dont know where 2 get them. the guys at big boss cant help there? i would'nt go to them 4 turbocharging 2 expensive, and i dont like the only kit they have 2 offer a copy of the veilside kit. i've met someone who told me there is a reputable place in boksburg who does turbocharging T3/T4 turbo another management system and and... R32000 apparently the guys done a few and after mods pushed 320 kw on the wheels. im getting the details and researching will keep u up 2 date. super test the rotary specialists in springs only want 2 supercharge,they reckon turbo'ing is unreliable on the rx8, ive tried 2 ask guys on the forum but get no response... they want R50000. there is also a bolt on greddy kit from the states 4 R35000. just to get it imported... im into property 2 also pumping cash into that thats why my mods r coming slowly 2. :hahano: so 1st get ur house sorted i agree. good area the north's cool but i hate the traffic to william nicol. b great2 meet uand 2 come round to my shop some time. no plates on the front, that's the style, looks best... :)

Please do give any info on the turbo / super charging that you find. I haven't looked into it much other than reading up on kits available from the US. I'm liking the sound of the Petit Supercharger kit - looks to be about the easiest and most stock looking bolt on. I've been following the thread and am just waiting for them to get it completed. As I say, I can't afford it now, but it'll be something to look into for 2008.

At the moment I'm just going to go for cosmetic stuff like the front and rear accents. I want to get a mesh grille for the back as well, but I actually want to take the car to a place that'll take the bumper off and actually cut out the plastic "fake" mesh grille and then put in a nice looking silver one. Any ideas of a good place to take the car to for that?

Thanks for the help again! I'll probably visit some time in the new year - I need to sort out the sound in the car too. Nothing major - was hoping to get away (for now) with just replacing the speakers with better ones - but I'll leave that chat for when I visit your store :)

big boss auto im sure would b able 2 help with ur bumper mesh modification, whats the thread called so i can monitor this turbo modification progress etc... c u in the new year then we'll chat about your sound. i've upgraded to just a split system in the front now and already sounds alot better. get stuck into mine next year. merry xmas and take care this time of year, alot of ''heroes'' out there now. have a great new years. chat in 2007.

the second wheels look better than the first one's.but honestly they all look like truck wheels.maybe a drop will help but not my taste

the second wheels look better than the first one's.but honestly they all look like truck wheels.maybe a drop will help but not my taste
THANX, WE'LL C IN THE NEW YEAR... WHAT'S YOUR TASTE?

big boss auto im sure would b able 2 help with ur bumper mesh modification, whats the thread called so i can monitor this turbo modification progress etc... c u in the new year then we'll chat about your sound. i've upgraded to just a split system in the front now and already sounds alot better. get stuck into mine next year. merry xmas and take care this time of year, alot of ''heroes'' out there now. have a great new years. chat in 2007.

Hope you have a great xmas and new year too! The thread I was talking about is:

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=29778&page=1&pp=15

There are close on 300 posts already, so it's quiet a long one, but it started a couple years ago and they are clsoe to completion with the new kit, so it should end soon :)

thanx, interesting thread.gets me excited and want to take all the misses shoes bought over the year back to the shops and get the turbo instead L.O.L :fingersx: ... back safe from my holiday got to go back 2 work again :rant: ... happy new year and wishing all the best. went away for 5 days got back and my 8 started no problem... never let me down, it's gonna be another gr8 year.

Yeah - I know, I'd probably be able to sell the mrs' shoes and afford forced induction too :)

But alas I don't think I'd have a mrs for very much longer after that...

Well, happy new year to you too! I agree 2007 is going to be a gr8 year!

only joking 6 years 2getha now. best thing to ever happen, or was it the 8? no! no! the misses of course! :kiss: b.t.w, no one replied on the rx8 featured in the speed and sound i posted? anyones thoughts on it? lowering my 8 one of these days, cant wait! i think.. replaced my windscreen twice with in a year cos of stones on our roads been shot up, R4500 a time, insurance loving me!! i know our well maintained roads. ill brave it. enduro RX8.

Yeah - I was just kidding too - myself and Nadia have been together for 7 years today. Married for 3.5 months... Also the best thing to happen to me.

I didn't see the Speed n Sound issue though but they couldn't have been too bright testing the 5 speed. Anyway - at least we know we got the right one :)

Yeah - I was just kidding too - myself and Nadia have been together for 7 years today. Married for 3.5 months... Also the best thing to happen to me.

I didn't see the Speed n Sound issue though but they couldn't have been too bright testing the 5 speed. Anyway - at least we know we got the right one :)
CONGRATS!! that's great, we'll get married one of these days too. i'll try post a pic of the 8 that was in the speed and sound. wanted to ask u where u take your 8 4 it's services? and r u happy? i had a BMW b4 and the service was great, it's sad to see how Mazda treats their customers who have bought their top car! Mazda Edenvale is terrible, the last time it was in some one drove into the back bumper and had to be replaced, besides 4 asking them to do things and they dont. asked them 2 adjust my head lights 3 times now and they have'nt got it right. dont even think they put the heat blanket from the recall when i asked them. the list goes on, dont wanna bore u.

wanted to ask u where u take your 8 4 it's services? and r u happy?

I agree that this is one of the major downfalls of having the 8 in SA. I used to take mine through to the Mazda/Ford on William Nicol close to Sandton City out of conveniece as it was on my way to work in Hyde Park. Now that I've moved companies, I took it through to the Rivonia dealership and I haven't been impressed with either.

I've got a friend who also drives an 8 - he stays out in Germiston and always takes his past the dealership in Alberton. He's never complained about the service there. So at my next service, I'm going to take it there - it's a bit of a drive though as I'm out in Fourways, but it's close to work seeing as though I work in the Joburg cirty centre now. I'll see how it goes and let you know - well it might be a while, still got +- 7000k's to the next service, but I'll let you know how it goes...

May car's kinda reaching the end of the service plan though, so I'm going to have to either extend it or take it in each time out of my own pocket - or maybe even do them myself. How hard can it be - there's an air filter, an oil filter, oil and spark plugs to change... Nothing nearly as complicated as a piston engine. I'd have to take it in for stuff like a clutch change, but any other than that can't be too difficult to do yourself...

convenience has been my downfall here 2 as i stay in Edenvale. my 8's also reaching the end of it's service plan 85000 k's now and is a 2004 model what's ure's on? can u extend the service plan?? i know with my BMW i could. i agree on doing it ourselves, and no to the clutch changes l.o.l. u sound kinda like myself with doing things urself. what work do u do? i try to do most things myself besides 2 save some cash, places just don't do things right and can't b trusted. but u get tired and there's never enough time to do everything...

I'm on around 74000 at the moment - 2004 model as well. I'm not sure whether the service plan can be extended, but it's definitely something I'll have a look into - it's really nice to be able to take the car in and fetch it all fixed.

Well, that's perhaps the fantasy that I want to believe. I'll do a check on parts prices and stuff and see how much it'll set me back each services vs. the cost of the service plan. I do like to get my hands dirty though, so I won't mind doing the services myself...

cool let me know... why dont u do the back bumper mesh conversion urself if u dont mind doing things urself? grinder, cutting disc, flexipad sanding disc the style mesh u want and thats it... shop 1a 108 Andries Pretorius Rd Edenvale Jedi Audio. we can meet some time if u like bring Nadia along can meet my fiance Vanessa... and we can mod it, i've got all the tools here and know where to get the mesh... probably cost you about R250 for the mesh. done most of my mods myself. b.t.w check ur brake calliper thread, posted something...

Sounds good. One problem at the moment... Or maybe not - what do you think:

Last year I reversed into a parked car in our office parking lot - the guy was parked illegally and managed to be just in my blind spot. It wasn't bad at all - I was maybe doing 5km/h. So I had the bumper replaced because the guy wanted to go through insurance to repair his car. But they forgot to paint the bottom section black. I didn't pick up on it till after their "complaints" time - gotta love panel beaters. Anyway - I need to get that done sometime too. Do you reckon I need to do it before or after the mod?

Perhaps after is better because any areas that get scratched when we work on it will be repainted. What do you think?

BTW - I saw the post on the Brake Calipers thread - I know it's going to take a long time to do - what paint did you use? Did you import the caliper paints that are sold online or just get paint for like a "House of Paints" or something?

So im not the only one with a 2nd bumper... L.O.L i think getting it sprayed after is a better idea. how does the weekend after this weekend sound? around the 26th. the paint to use must be duplicolour from Autostyle in Mayfair. done my homework any other hi heat paint available locally comes off. PAINT KIT: brush, cleaner, paint, cost about R250/ R350. if u work in JHB central they close 2 u, just off Main Reef rd, Church st. u could drive there in ur lunch time and get the mesh and the calliper kit.

Unfortunately the weekend of the 26th is a bit busy for me - Oh, and on the 27th, we're off to Sun City for the day. I can maybe look at doing it the following weekend. Thanks so much for offering to help as well. I'll check with Nadia - I doubt she'd want to come along - she'll probably want to spend the day with her friends if I'm going to be busy during the day. Do you reckon we could do the bumper and the calipers in one day?

Was just thinking - if I do the calipers, it'll also be a good time to give the wheels a good clean inside. In the mean time I'll try photoshop and idea of what the bumper will look like with the cut-out and mesh insert so that I know what type of mesh I'd be looking for when I got to Autostyle. How do you actually attach the mesh to the bumper - just out of interest?

Another thing I was wondering is how it'll look to see the mufflers through the cut-out.

I'll make sure I bring the camera along so that we can document the mod - most guys on on the forum would love to see the pics - perhaps we could even post a DIY :)

Hope U guys don't mind me coming in here .......almost seems like you having a private chat (pm ?)

Anyway , recently bought Yellow 5 Speed 2004 , I understood 3 jr Warranty and Maintenance plan , so went to find out what an extended Maintenance plan would cost , R.10260.. 3 more years and I think up to 120000K's ........Turned out RX8 have a maintenance plan for five years so I'm still okay ....Car only have 40000Km on clock ...yeah ! All that after phoning 5 Dealers in Kwa Zulu Natal .... (Thanks Charlene at BarlowMotorWorld in Pietermaritzburg for helping !)

I think with a 10000Km service every now and then it might be worth while having a Maintenance plan , In case something big goes !

Had my sound Changed yesterday , Well ,Speakers that is ....Fli all round ...really clear all though bass seems a bit low...

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Hope U guys don't mind me coming in here .......almost seems like you having a private chat (pm ?)

Anyway , recently bought Yellow 5 Speed 2004 , I understood 3 jr Warranty and Maintenance plan , so went to find out what an extended Maintenance plan would cost , R.10260.. 3 more years and I think up to 120000K's ........Turned out RX8 have a maintenance plan for five years so I'm still okay ....Car only have 40000Km on clock ...yeah ! All that after phoning 5 Dealers in Kwa Zulu Natal .... (Thanks Charlene at BarlowMotorWorld in Pietermaritzburg for helping !)

I think with a 10000Km service every now and then it might be worth while having a Maintenance plan , In case something big goes !

Had my sound Changed yesterday , Well ,Speakers that is ....Fli all round ...really clear all though bass seems a bit low...

With

Hey With - no worries for jumping in...

R10k for an extra 3 years and 120000km's - That's doesn't sound bad - especially if it is a full maintenance plan, not just a service plan. So if something does go wrong - it can be fixed inside that plan. Hmm... I'll have to look into that.

How do you find the Mazda dealerships here in SA?

irq5

mmmm , ja let see , I really did phone 5 Dealers to get Info about the maintenance plan off which only Pietermaritzburg replied , Other had excuses , person not here , we will get them to call you etc etc...... Thus so far not impress (Only have car for Two Months now) , saying that , I had a SAAB before .....Service .....hee hee ..... someone STOP me .....SAAB Service hee hee. (See http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2111155 )
At least there is a fairly large Ford/Mazda Dealership close by .... So First service for me next month ....will see ...

Hey what did you guys do to play MP3's , New MP3 Head Unit(Original) from Mazda is R3026 !! . Thinking of Autostyle's JVC 12 Disc Mp FM unit ....

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IRQ5. Sounds good im off 2 the 'black sea' this weekend Durban. L.O.L. Securing the mesh, there r various ways of securing it. the callipers and bumper can b done in a day. just get the calliper paint kit and style mesh u want. don't think u will c the exhaust box through the mesh unless very close and if it does'nt look good, we'll spray it black, that'll hide it. let's c how the weekend after that looks closer to the time. can see everythings back 2 normal again. :) busy, busy!

irq5

mmmm , ja let see , I really did phone 5 Dealers to get Info about the maintenance plan off which only Pietermaritzburg replied , Other had excuses , person not here , we will get them to call you etc etc...... Thus so far not impress (Only have car for Two Months now) , saying that , I had a SAAB before .....Service .....hee hee ..... someone STOP me .....SAAB Service hee hee. (See http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2111155 )
At least there is a fairly large Ford/Mazda Dealership close by .... So First service for me next month ....will see ...

Hey what did you guys do to play MP3's , New MP3 Head Unit(Original) from Mazda is R3026 !! . Thinking of Autostyle's JVC 12 Disc Mp FM unit ....

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howzit. glad u popped up. cool 2 find someone else local!! thanx 4 the info about the maintenance plan, will stop past the dealer soon and get all the info and post what i find out. the fli range is nice but not very bassy, are they amped up? i own a car audio fitment centre and can supply and fit u a SONY 10 disc mp3 rf shuttle which is much nicer than the JVC. the JVC front controller looks abit cheap and has a green illumination and nothing lights up green in the 8, where as the sony lights up blue so it'll match your clocks on the blue mode. :) original mp3 from MAZDA for a R1026 more is not bad...the SONY supplied and fitted R2000. check out my 'outdated' site 4 my details if u interested. WWW.JEDIAUDIO.CO.ZA. any mods on ur 8? post a pic.

IRQ5. Sounds good im off 2 the 'black sea' this weekend Durban. L.O.L. Securing the mesh, there r various ways of securing it. the callipers and bumper can b done in a day. just get the calliper paint kit and style mesh u want. don't think u will c the exhaust box through the mesh unless very close and if it does'nt look good, we'll spray it black, that'll hide it. let's c how the weekend after that looks closer to the time. can see everythings back 2 normal again. :) busy, busy!

Thanks again for offering to help. I'll definitely let you know what's happening after next weekend. I'll take the trip to Autostyle and get the mesh and paint etc. I'm just busy trying to convince Nadia at the moment - she doesn't see the point of modding. But she'll come around.

Enjoy the "black" see :)

Hi Phat

Will Post Pic soon , Got 18" Wheels , Now the FLI Sound Components(6"Split front,6x9 and 10" Sub with 1200W 4Channel new StarSound...Bass not bad ...but uugh ;) , Radar detector, Stick on Numberplate ... Next week smash and grab safety film (15%Tint) from Auto Armor and Probably Plastic yellow Strakes from rx8Strakes , so not much done....... yet ....

Saw you own a Sound place ;-) , I have read up a bit on the JVC vs Sony ..... Sony loading time way too long for me ... also no Scrolling, want continues(spelling)...Looked at IPOD ...Seems a bit too expensive ...Used to writing MP3 cd's , so what the heck ...just keep on doing it ... Thanks for offer on Sony ..but you up country from me , (I'm in Kwa Zulu Natal)...anyway

So you are in DBN this weekend ! Good ! I'm going through to Autostyle Saturday , for JVC and maybe Park distance stuff ...will see , depends on the wind , might go kiting ..

No , HU (MP3) from Mazda Price for Original is R3062.

Looking at form I got from Mazda...

36 Months MAINTENANCE Plan
120000Km = R.10278
150000Km = R.19382
180000Km = R.40168

36 Months SERVICE Plan
120000Km = R.5294
150000Km = R.7607
180000Km = R.15467

as Stated on their form......


BTW !! DOES A RX8 CLUB IN SA EXIST !!! or is it a Mazda Club ...You Guys know ?

Hi Phat

Will Post Pic soon , Got 18" Wheels , Now the FLI Sound Components(6"Split front,6x9 and 10" Sub with 1200W 4Channel new StarSound...Bass not bad ...but uugh ;) , Radar detector, Stick on Numberplate ... Next week smash and grab safety film (15%Tint) from Auto Armor and Probably Plastic yellow Strakes from rx8Strakes , so not much done....... yet ....

Saw you own a Sound place ;-) , I have read up a bit on the JVC vs Sony ..... Sony loading time way too long for me ... also no Scrolling, want continues(spelling)...Looked at IPOD ...Seems a bit too expensive ...Used to writing MP3 cd's , so what the heck ...just keep on doing it ... Thanks for offer on Sony ..but you up country from me , (I'm in Kwa Zulu Natal)...anyway

So you are in DBN this weekend ! Good ! I'm going through to Autostyle Saturday , for JVC and maybe Park distance stuff ...will see , depends on the wind , might go kiting ..

No , HU (MP3) from Mazda Price for Original is R3062.

Looking at form I got from Mazda...

36 Months MAINTENANCE Plan
120000Km = R.10278
150000Km = R.19382
180000Km = R.40168

36 Months SERVICE Plan
120000Km = R.5294
150000Km = R.7607
180000Km = R.15467

as Stated on their form......


BTW !! DOES A RX8 CLUB IN SA EXIST !!! or is it a Mazda Club ...You Guys know ?

Cool! what sub is it? and is it in a custom built box? or a mass produced box? i've had a few customers saying the quality of the RF's sound is'nt too good obviously been RF. i would spend the bit extra and get the mazda mp3 unit, it's quite cheap. but if u want the scrolling text etc... get the JVC. We built the loudest official 2x12'' sedan in S.A last year, pushing a strong 152,4 db's at IASCA and at the next IASCA event the weekend after pushed a 153,4. must still get round to doing a fibreglass install in my 8. thanx 4 the rates on the m/s plans. I think they're very reasonable. how much are the strakes gonna cost u? wanna get a set myself, mazda wants R2500!!! I do'nt think a RX8 CLUB exists in S.A. would be really cool if there was a club.

Phat

The Sub is a 800Watt 10"Fli ,Mass produced box that was sealed proper with extra partition put in ...Like I said , Not bad just not WOW ...Will live with it , you noticed how everything vibrate , That is from the bass...Right at my back door also parcel shelve ?(Irritating) Read some thread somewhere here about the door ...have to go search....

Just Place the Order at RX8strakes .......$92 for yellow plastic starkes , Including Shipping , so should be about R.660, IF and WHEN they arrive I will let you guys know ....

yeah a RX8 Club .....I nominate phat as chairman......hee hee ...


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Cool! what sub is it? and is it in a custom built box? or a mass produced box? i've had a few customers saying the quality of the RF's sound is'nt too good obviously been RF. i would spend the bit extra and get the mazda mp3 unit, it's quite cheap. but if u want the scrolling text etc... get the JVC. We built the loudest official 2x12'' sedan in S.A last year, pushing a strong 152,4 db's at IASCA and at the next IASCA event the weekend after pushed a 153,4. must still get round to doing a fibreglass install in my 8. thanx 4 the rates on the m/s plans. I think they're very reasonable. how much are the strakes gonna cost u? wanna get a set myself, mazda wants R2500!!! I do'nt think a RX8 CLUB exists in S.A. would be really cool if there was a club.

Phat

The Sub is a 800Watt 10"Fli ,Mass produced box that was sealed proper with extra partition put in ...Like I said , Not bad just not WOW ...Will live with it , you noticed how everything vibrate , That is from the bass...Right at my back door also parcel shelve ?(Irritating) Read some thread somewhere here about the door ...have to go search....

Just Place the Order at RX8strakes .......$92 for yellow plastic starkes , Including Shipping , so should be about R.660, IF and WHEN they arrive I will let you guys know ....

yeah a RX8 Club .....I nominate phat as chairman......hee hee ...


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Hey With

I'd love to see the strakes on your car. I've been thinking of getting from rx8strakes as well. I'll go for the ones painted to match the wheels. Any chance you could post pics when you've installed them? Also keep us posted as to when they arrive here in SA and what sort of import duty you pay on them if any.

Cheers! :)

Don't check the forum often, but talkin' about radio.

I used to have a DVD player (the JVC with a small screen) in my previous car. It was VERY convenient. It really gets to me that I can't install a DVD player, all my music is burnt on DVDs and I still had to have 5 of them with some 1000 songs each. Now, I feel really limited. I've been even thinking one can be able to modify the ash tray and hide a small DVD player behind the lid. Obviously I have only driven 5500km and in no way willing to lose that maintenance plan.

I had to add tweeters (Earthquake), replace the lousy rear 6x9 with 4 way pioneers 420W max. Then I put a tube Jensen 480W max sub coupled to a bridged JBL 80.2 amp (putting the tube through the boot opening....well). The setup doesn't blow me away, but the bass is really good. I keep the bass setting on the radio at -6 (minimum) this enhances the high frequencies.

One day I will pass by Phat's shop, just haven't found time yet. Also, the misses isn't over the purchase yet, have to wait a few months for the storm to boil down a bit.

irq5

Regarding RX8Strakes
This morning in e-mail ...........
Thank you for your purchase! Your order will be in today's mail, and you should receive it shortly. ............Well Well , of to a good start .....

Will keep you updated.

msenzo
U also find a lot of rattles .......uuggghh Irritating , Will soon do some of this stuff on this thread ....DIY: Rattle Hunt 2006

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=79235&highlight=bass+door

"putting the tube through the boot opening" huh ? How did you do this ....thread ? Pic's ...Pls ...Thanks

Hey Phat I think that's four of us so far ....hee hee (mr Chairman) hee hee

This Is The Chairman Speaking... :hahano: could work, im game!! my life's so busy as it is. if there's 4 of us who r keen already. sick of these GTI/opel/mini... clubs! a good friend of mine can organise and host the site WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA. we can have our own garage, forum etc... i can get us stickers made, just need your ideas on some designs!! oh and if ur car's not black u'll haved 2 get a respray. ''jokes :) '' so when we getting 2getha and driving somewhere. breakfast run sounds good. : :ylsuper:

irq5

Regarding RX8Strakes
This morning in e-mail ...........
Thank you for your purchase! Your order will be in today's mail, and you should receive it shortly. ............Well Well , of to a good start .....

Will keep you updated.

msenzo
U also find a lot of rattles .......uuggghh Irritating , Will soon do some of this stuff on this thread ....DIY: Rattle Hunt 2006

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=79235&highlight=bass+door

"putting the tube through the boot opening" huh ? How did you do this ....thread ? Pic's ...Pls ...Thanks

Hey Phat I think that's four of us so far ....hee hee (mr Chairman) hee hee u making me jealous!! placed my order 4 da strakes... now u haved 2 post ur pics with them on. lowering my 8 in 2 weeks time :p: hopefully 50mm drop. will post new pics.

Don't check the forum often, but talkin' about radio.

I used to have a DVD player (the JVC with a small screen) in my previous car. It was VERY convenient. It really gets to me that I can't install a DVD player, all my music is burnt on DVDs and I still had to have 5 of them with some 1000 songs each. Now, I feel really limited. I've been even thinking one can be able to modify the ash tray and hide a small DVD player behind the lid. Obviously I have only driven 5500km and in no way willing to lose that maintenance plan.

I had to add tweeters (Earthquake), replace the lousy rear 6x9 with 4 way pioneers 420W max. Then I put a tube Jensen 480W max sub coupled to a bridged JBL 80.2 amp (putting the tube through the boot opening....well). The setup doesn't blow me away, but the bass is really good. I keep the bass setting on the radio at -6 (minimum) this enhances the high frequencies.

One day I will pass by Phat's shop, just haven't found time yet. Also, the misses isn't over the purchase yet, have to wait a few months for the storm to boil down a bit. when ever u ready... there's a few places 2 put a dvd unit, bit of customising obviously but anythings possible. oh and wont mess with ur m/plan. :wink2:

This Is The Chairman Speaking... :hahano: could work, im game!! my life's so busy as it is. if there's 4 of us who r keen already. sick of these GTI/opel/mini... clubs! a good friend of mine can organise and host the site WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA. we can have our own garage, forum etc... i can get us stickers made, just need your ideas on some designs!! oh and if ur car's not black u'll haved 2 get a respray. ''jokes :) '' so when we getting 2getha and driving somewhere. breakfast run sounds good. : :ylsuper:

I second the idea for an SA Club. Doesn't necessarily have to have it's own site - I'm sure we could ask the moderators of rx8club.com to put up a Regional section for SA.

I'm way keen for the breakfast run as well... Would be good to get all the machinery together for some group pics. And I just love driving the 8! :ylsuper:

A nice tasteful sticker on the rear passenger window would be cool too! When I get some time I'll try come up with some designs!

Hey Phat8 - Just PM'd you about the bumper and calipers...

If a moderator is keen, which im sure wont b a prob cos it's a good idea. then all the better. i'll put my sticker on the front as i have a Jedi Audio sticker on the back. i'll sit with my friend who can do the site and play with some designs as pc's and me are'nt the best of friends.

If a moderator is keen, which im sure wont b a prob cos it's a good idea. then all the better. i'll put my sticker on the front as i have a Jedi Audio sticker on the back. i'll sit with my friend who can do the site and play with some designs as pc's and me are'nt the best of friends.

Well, either way I'm happy - If we get a section here, or a site of our own...

If your friend can come up with a nice design, we'll be off to a good start. I'm pretty good with photoshop as well, so I can also see what I can come up with...

I'm pretty psyched! :ylsuper:

Cool! could u find out from a moderator about the regional section? check ur P.M.

Phat's the MAN !!! http://www.rx8club.com/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=1704599#

Cool guys ! This should not take up to much time , once it's setup that is .....

Few ideas ...
Club Buy from SA ...
Club Discounts ...(ex Track Days , Dyno , Installations , Service etc,etc)
Club Rides (Breakfast run , to events ,Treasure Hunts etc...)
Tastefull Stickers..
Setup Event Calender ...Nothing too busy
Argue with Mazda on prices !!!
Liaise with other clubs.
Website with all needed links !
Track days (GREAT FUN !!)
Dynotune day
Business Independent !
Sponsors and Guest speakers
Car Displays ...
Newsletters / T-shirts (Yeah get your ladies into this)
Club Business cards , to press into Wipers of other RX8's

maybe take a peek here !

http://www.rx8ownersclub.co.uk/

I don't think we have to go overboard ...these things tend to grow by them self , or die by them self ...I far as I'm Concerned , I'll help as much as I can...

Phat ...I'm thinking of the two tone colour thing ....so I will go as far as half black ..hee hee....

^^ You've really thought this one through haven't you With? :)

I'm totally up for all of it - I'll be happy to help as well! Rock on SA RX-8 Club! :ylsuper:

Phat's the MAN !!! http://www.rx8club.com/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=1704599#

Cool guys ! This should not take up to much time , once it's setup that is .....

Few ideas ...
Club Buy from SA ...
Club Discounts ...(ex Track Days , Dyno , Installations , Service etc,etc)
Club Rides (Breakfast run , to events ,Treasure Hunts etc...)
Tastefull Stickers..
Setup Event Calender ...Nothing too busy
Argue with Mazda on prices !!!
Liaise with other clubs.
Website with all needed links !
Track days (GREAT FUN !!)
Dynotune day
Business Independent !
Sponsors and Guest speakers
Car Displays ...
Newsletters / T-shirts (Yeah get your ladies into this)
Club Business cards , to press into Wipers of other RX8's

maybe take a peek here !

http://www.rx8ownersclub.co.uk/

I don't think we have to go overboard ...these things tend to grow by them self , or die by them self ...I far as I'm Concerned , I'll help as much as I can...

Phat ...I'm thinking of the two tone colour thing ....so I will go as far as half black ..hee hee.... (WITH ''alot of ideas'') :Freak_ani !! 2 tone. u confused, give it time... imagine how u could really look after ur car, u would have'd to clean it every 2 days... and start asking urself ''i wonder how long my clear coat's gonna last with all the polishing that has to b done so often 4 the tiny scratches!!!''
I agree with IRQ5!! WOW!! i've been thinking of things, but u got way more ideas quickly. i'm probably getting 2getha with my friend this weekend and will show him all your ideas and the links and build the site from that... THANX. I have connecies 4 alot of above. :) IRQ5 have u tried 2 contact a moderator 4 a S.A section?? coming soon. RX8 CLUB S.A. :score:

WITH. u plan on driving up here any time in the future? we flew down last w.end cos we got a good deal. or else would of hooked up... Vanessa and i went diving in the aquarium at Ushaka 1st time ever. was awesome, so we'll drive down soon this time cos we wanna complete the course. maybe MSENZO, IRQ5 and Nadia can join us and we'll get our 1st pics of the 1st members and 8's. hear this. we drove our 8 to Knysna then to C.T last year f*#cking off of course... the petrol cost us R3.5K!!! 'Durban' we'll take it eezi... too many cameras and radars.

(FUN QUESTIONS!!) :scratchhe (1) whats the minimum amount of km's u've managed 2 get on a full tank? we managed a ridicilous 180 km's to a full tank. :D: speed between 200 and 220 continously. never again! or else the fridge and cupboards would b empty. :) :hahano: :scratchhe (2) What's the most amount of km's achieved TO A FULL TANK? :D: we've stretched a stressful max of 420 km's. speed as slow as possible to make it to the next petrol station in the middle of the karoo! :uhh: :D: (3) Assuming we all run on unleaded 93 and when possible 95. :scratchhe has any of u managed to get ur exhaust 2 burn completely white at the tailpipes like the leaded cars used 2? :D: often when riding hard/ high rev's iv'e got them to burn white. quite cool i most post a pic. :ylsuper: :scratchhe (4) whats the fastest speed u've ever reached? :D: we think it was 232, 235 or 237 kph with the 18's on. can't remember where the rev counter was, think around 7-8k was long ago, car still feels impressingly solid at that speed. :ylsuper:

Hey Phat

Been a bit busy at work so I haven't had time to check the forum or try contact a moderator / administrator to add an SA section. Will do that now.

In reply to your questsions:

1) Minumum Km's on a tank: Also 180 odd
2) Maximum Km's on a tank: 501km!!! :Eyecrazy: On the way back from Ballito
3) Never gotten a white exhaust burn :( Always black...
4) Fastest Speed: 232km/h :ylsuper: Just after I got the 8. Haven't tried for a faster speed since.

Talking about camera's and radar on the way down to Durb's. On the stretch between Pietermaritzburg and Durb's - you know the one with all the really nice turns - we were doing about 187km/h I think and hit a camera - I saw the flash from the front. It took a while for it to hit me though - and Nadia actually pointed it out - I don't have a license plate on the front! :hahano: That was close!

I'll let you know what I hear if anything about an SA Section...

irq / phat

"With a lot of Ideas" hee he , cute .....Friend of mine belonged to Toyota club , use to accompany him on their club stuff , enjoyed the track days the most , joined them once with my Tiburon ...LEKKA ! (SwartKops) So I suppose I kinda know what they as a club did , therefore the Ideas...

mr chairman
I have Family up in PTA so yeah I drive Up every now and then ..

Top Speed : 165Km on Sunday ....Slowed Down to 142 in 100 zone and I swore they got me !! grrr , Radar Detector though did not beep ..so maybe , just maybe they where not set up yet ! grrrrrrrrr :mad:

Km on Tank : I currently average 450k's per tank then my Empty light comes on .... Thats about 8 to 9 K's per liter ....Pretty much what I used to get with my Saab !

Oh and Fastest speed ever , 295Km.....on 1300 Hyabusa (Clock Speed)...SUZUKI yeah !

Thinking I might set up 3 x SARX8's club members for cheap accommodation (R300) at a resort (sleep 4 mostly) on the south coast (maybe Durban) off peak time for a weekend otherwise R650 a weekend .....Think about it ... the A1 ? Hey that sounds like SARS ...uuugh SARX8


:spank:

that's gr8. im keen 4 a weekend, the prices sound good. rx8saclub benefits start now. :ylsuper: those detectors work well 4 radars but not so well 4 laser! as soon as it beeps they've already got u. got 1 my self. that's frikken fast on the Hayubusu... :Eyecrazy: Suzuki fan my self. 06/07 GSX1000 4 ME!!

Here's a few pics of my 8's exhaust tips burning a little white. was'nt gunning it 2 much, so not the whole can is white. IRQ5. i know u want to put a decal on ur callipers. i got impatient trying 2 find a rx8 logo so just put these on. ''car's abit dirty.'' :hahano:

Hey guys

I've spoken to the admins and in order for us to get an SA regional forum section, we need to take a poll of how many users will make use of the forum. So I've created the following poll on the site. Go there and vote YES!

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=108336

Cheers!
Andrew

my vote's in!! that's 2 in...

lowering my 8 this week!!! will post pics...

WOW and I though you where talking bollie when you said the pipes are burning white !!!!!!!!!

I though only cars which use Lead burn white ....Interesting.

Invitation for the weekend stands (for now) ;) Typical places would be something like Durban Spa, Margate etc etc....

Vote's in ....

But we probably don't need to have it on this forum , yeah nice to have but I remember phat? you said you might know someone that can help , thats with the website and irq with images etc ....anyway you get "Free" (not as in beer) website "host'ers" . So between us Internet Stuff Would be fairly easy .... uuuh I think :Freak_ani

WITH.our S.A site will b free!! no bollie there :) ok, so how does this weekend sunday sound 4 a meet up and run down to haarties? those who can make it? and what date's can we look at 2 go down 2 durbs? i must admit been busy my side so have'nt been able to sit down and design our logo/sticker designs. IRQ5 any progress ur side? :spank:

B.T.W got my 8 back yesterday... phatter than b4! lowered 15mm at the rears 30mm in the fronts. rear arch trim done and no scraping. WOW what a difference! looks and feels gr8. the best part about it is it does'nt mess with my warranty! will post pics as soon as she's been cleaned proper. NEXT STRAKES!

WITH.our S.A site will b free!! no bollie there :) ok, so how does this weekend sunday sound 4 a meet up and run down to haarties? those who can make it? and what date's can we look at 2 go down 2 durbs? i must admit been busy my side so have'nt been able to sit down and design our logo/sticker designs. IRQ5 any progress ur side? :spank:

This Sunday isn't good for me :( Next sunday would be perfect though!

So far we have 4 votes for yes in the Polls and thats all... Doesn't seem to be much movement. I've kept it open till the end of the month - so hopefully we'll be able to attract more attention from SA users. But I imagine that we'd need a lot more than 4 users to get the admins to create an SA section, so an SA specific site might be the way to go...

Will keep you guys posted.

Got My Strakes !

Really quick from USA , 8 Days

No Duties or tax paid.

Packaging pretty good.

Fit good as well , except for LU (Left Upper) , this one is a bit more away from the body.

aaaaghhh , The paint ....really not good , be careful , REALLY easy to damage , EVEN WITH THE DOUBLE SIDED TAPE ! .... This will probably need to be resprayed at some time ..Seems there is no Base Coat or prep done on them ...(looks like where the paint went off)

Fitting , easy , btw rather use the car itself to find best place ....Instructions on location a bit vague ...Wipe Stakes before you put double sided tape on , better grip..

Got Billed $12 for Shipping but on Box $9.75 , mmm Make of that want you want :mad:

Still is worth while ...R669 , If I had them made myself it probably would have cost more...

grrrr , Won't be joining U for a run .... Bit far ...Maybe later in the year , Long Weekend in April or end of Feb ? Thats why we need a Calender , Then Members can plan around it ......

And maybe we do a run with another club , ex : Toyota TwinCam club etc etc..

In so far as DBN accommodation , I need to Book two weeks ahead ....

Phat - Cost on Lowering , and who did it for U ?

IRQ5.damn! next weekend off to Knysna 4 a week's holiday. perhaps the weekend after that... :) considering i've only seen about 4 S.A users on this forum, i think we doing ok. but think as u said would need alot more. that's why i think the WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA is gonna b the solution. WITH. that was quick! the strakes... how do u put them on?? with double sided tape? does'nt sound to stable 2 me. now it's not only ur valve caps u have'd 2 worry about... bugger ordering them if i can find ur car and pull them off 4 mine!! (jokes) the lowering cost me R1350.00 with the arch trimming!! very affordable in my opinion. Big Boss Auto done the job in 1 day. will put some ideas/dates 2gether & get the club calender going soon. long weekend run sounds good. WITH. pics please....

IRQ5.damn! next weekend off to Knysna 4 a week's holiday. perhaps the weekend after that... :)

I reckon we try for the following weekend then: 18th of Feb?

With: I'd also love to see some pics of the strakes

let's try the w.end of the 18th. IRQ5. i was thinking with ur brake callipers, if u give them enough coates of paint u wont haved to grind them smooth as the paint is a thick epoxy based paint. mine r pretty smooth from about 3 coates. :)

Goog members and Mr Chair
My vote is in too. Was thinking, would it work if we ask Mazda to offer our site to all those who come to service their cars? It is every10 000km so it is fairly often. Otherwise a club would be good.

I have a few problems at the moment, so would rather meet when the meet is in JHB. I support the idea of a calender.

Joining Toyota, as long as jealousy doesn't get in the way, it could work.

The strakes, damn wish those were mine. BB Auto gave me a tasteless treatment when I went asking about LED interior lights, will NEVER go back there EVER. But I must admit, the cost is good.

Chair, hope you enjoy Knysna, I have always wanted to go there but we thought we should rather go see Vic Falls sometime in the coming months.

WITH, thanks for the PM.

I know another forum member called something along the lines nvgor8 (also same plate on his 8). He is somewhere in KZN, probably PM Burg, hope he joins in too.

Cheers

hey guys! got pics of my pipes burning more noticeably white. and my lowered 8. what u think?

Goog members and Mr Chair
My vote is in too. Was thinking, would it work if we ask Mazda to offer our site to all those who come to service their cars? It is every10 000km so it is fairly often. Otherwise a club would be good.

I have a few problems at the moment, so would rather meet when the meet is in JHB. I support the idea of a calender.

Joining Toyota, as long as jealousy doesn't get in the way, it could work.

The strakes, damn wish those were mine. BB Auto gave me a tasteless treatment when I went asking about LED interior lights, will NEVER go back there EVER. But I must admit, the cost is good.

Chair, hope you enjoy Knysna, I have always wanted to go there but we thought we should rather go see Vic Falls sometime in the coming months.

WITH, thanks for the PM.

I know another forum member called something along the lines nvgor8 (also same plate on his 8). He is somewhere in KZN, probably PM Burg, hope he joins in too.

Cheers Hi MSENZO. good idea with regard to asking the dealers about their rx8 clients joining. that's 1 way of growing our club quickly... i'll start enquiries A.S.A.P. Vic falls is some where i would like 2 c myself 1 day. if u want the interior LED lights, i found them at Autostyle JHB. :)

Phat - your ride look sweet lowered. It definitely made just that little bit of a difference that was required... Calipers - definitely next month. I'll definitely give you a shout once I've got the paint. I just can't decide now what colour - I toiling with red or silver. I reckon Silver with a nice black "Mazda" or "RX-8" decal would look really good. But red would match my car as well... So I reckon the decision will be taken in the store when I buy the paint... I reckon I'm going to get the decals from Polak graphics in the mean time. Red or silver, I'd definitely like the decal on it.

So the 18th it is then? I'm definitely in!

Msenzo - Thanks for the vote. I doubt we'll get enough members though, so I think we may have to go with the localised site for now... But the poll is still open for another 2 weeks or so, so we'll see...

Attached Pics of RX8Strakes .......

Took them with Cell Camera so , Quality yuk ...sorry that's what I have ....

Just had my first Service done , I complained about the sunroof rattle when open and was told the sunroof only have a one year warranty ? REALLY ? Will have to follow up on this ...Service it self , I see and feel no Difference , but then nothing felt wrong to begin with .....and oh , I got small bag of sweeties with reminder of next service .. :boring:

on TV , Skid pan thing where you pay R250 and they teach you how to handle car ( Polo) .....seems cool ....Club Activity !

We need Business cards ,Hand out to other RX8 owners , but web site needs to be up :)

Attached Pics of RX8Strakes .......

Took them with Cell Camera so , Quality yuk ...sorry that's what I have ....

Just had my first Service done , I complained about the sunroof rattle when open and was told the sunroof only have a one year warranty ? REALLY ? Will have to follow up on this ...Service it self , I see and feel no Difference , but then nothing felt wrong to begin with .....and oh , I got small bag of sweeties with reminder of next service .. :boring:

on TV , Skid pan thing where you pay R250 and they teach you how to handle car ( Polo) .....seems cool ....Club Activity !

We need Business cards ,Hand out to other RX8 owners , but web site needs to be up :)

I like where your head's at - Could be a real fun day and beneficial as well. The BMW skid pan course isn't too expensive either - R450 or so I think - I've been on that as well which is REALLY cool because the 330i that you use is also a rear wheel drive. They teach you how to recover from understeer, oversteer and straight line skids to steer around obstacles.

I'd love to see some pics of the strakes on your car as well! Post some pics as soon as you get some!

IRQ5. thanx 4 da comps, have u enquired how much the calliper logos r ? mine are'nt really what i wanted... ok. for shits and giggles, Wesbank Raceway every Wednesday for R20 or R50 for 20 mins or so, u can play around on the skid pan. loads of fun managed 2 get 3 full 360 turns at once last time. just name a date and we're there. This wednesday?? the advanced course sounds good. always wanted 2 do it. must enquire and do it!! WITH. strakes look good! now i see how u put them on :dunce: can't wait 4 mine. cell phone quality looks fine 2 me. keep em pics coming. :beerchug: oh the servicing of the 8. have'nt felt a difference up till 85k. rotary runs sweet all the time. sun roof rattle... that what keeps it a sports car. :wiggle: AS SOON AS WE KNOW WHAT'S HAPPENING WITH THE REGIONAL SA SECTION, THE WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA SITE IS PENDING.

IRQ5. thanx 4 da comps, have u enquired how much the calliper logos r ? mine are'nt really what i wanted... ok. for shits and giggles, Wesbank Raceway every Wednesday for R20 or R50 for 20 mins or so, u can play around on the skid pan. loads of fun managed 2 get 3 full 360 turns at once last time. just name a date and we're there. This wednesday?? the advanced course sounds good. always wanted 2 do it. must enquire and do it!! WITH. strakes look good! now i see how u put them on :dunce: can't wait 4 mine. cell phone quality looks fine 2 me. keep em pics coming. :beerchug: oh the servicing of the 8. have'nt felt a difference up till 85k. rotary runs sweet all the time. sun roof rattle... that what keeps it a sports car. :wiggle: AS SOON AS WE KNOW WHAT'S HAPPENING WITH THE REGIONAL SA SECTION, THE WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA SITE IS PENDING.

Caliper decals - $2.50 each from: http://www.polakgraphics.com/index2.php

Not bad at all.

So far we have 6 votes on the poll. I just posted a thread in the "Lounge" section because the polls don't get that much visibility, so hopefully it'll attract more attention... :wavey:

Here some pics of strakes on car ....Again sorry for quality , my cell's camera is BOLLIE !

ALSO KEEP ANY SHARP STUFF AWAY FROM THE STRAKES PAINT , it is on thin ! that include the Double sided tape , I removed some paint with the tape , fortunately on the bottom side of strake ......

Well , well 6 Votes .. good !

Here some pics of strakes on car ....Again sorry for quality , my cell's camera is BOLLIE !

ALSO KEEP ANY SHARP STUFF AWAY FROM THE STRAKES PAINT , it is on thin ! that include the Double sided tape , I removed some paint with the tape , fortunately on the bottom side of strake ......

Well , well 6 Votes .. good !

I have to admit I really do like the look of the 8 with strakes. I think I'm definitely going to get some - just need to get some cash in that I can allocate accordingly...

I read a post somewhere in the DIY section or something like that where the guy actually didn't follow the instructions for locating the strakes at all because he found that the top one didn't fit properly - so I think he actually moved the top strake up one notch and it lined up properly...

Can't wait to get mine!

WITH. cool pics! strakes look gooooood. lets see. ''WITH yellow 8'', ''IRQ5'' red 8, ''MSENZO silver 8'', ''PHAT 8 black 8''. just blue missing... what a sight it will be cruising some where. and cool member pics. so as soon as any of us r planning a trip to DBN/JHB we can get our first pics. March/April is looking good 4 me so far.

i've p.m'd NVIGOR8, telling him about the S.A club and the voting poll etc... b cool if he comes aboard...

WITH. cool pics! strakes look gooooood. lets see. ''WITH yellow 8'', ''IRQ5'' red 8, ''MSENZO silver 8'', ''PHAT 8 black 8''. just blue missing... what a sight it will be cruising some where. and cool member pics. so as soon as any of us r planning a trip to DBN/JHB we can get our first pics. March/April is looking good 4 me so far.

I've got another friend with an 8 who isn't on the board, but is interested in coming on our drives etc. - He's got a Titanium Grey - so there's another colour for us...

It's looking up! :ylsuper:

Are we still up for the 18th? Drive to Harties?

4 sure!!! 18th it is. if ur friend comes along, that's 3 of us. MMSSEENNZZOO r u gonna join us to make it 4?

good to see some other SA owners on this forum, i think the site idea is quite good, tired of listening to all the stuff the americans can get.

Plus i think we're far ahead of them in terms of some of the sound mod's that we can do here. they just complicate things,

Interesting to read your stats on the fuel and speed part, i've done a top of 235 and i normally get about 550k's on a full tank, only with 93, when i'm in JHB. on 95 i get about 490-500km,

I'm currently based in a town called Malelane very very close to the kruger park on the N4,

i'm keen on the breakfast run, but can only manage to do it if we all get to JHB,.

Lets try also to communicate via email, this forum takes ages to load any pages.

my email is govenderr@tsb.co.za

good to see some other SA owners on this forum, i think the site idea is quite good, tired of listening to all the stuff the americans can get.

Plus i think we're far ahead of them in terms of some of the sound mod's that we can do here. they just complicate things,

Interesting to read your stats on the fuel and speed part, i've done a top of 235 and i normally get about 550k's on a full tank, only with 93, when i'm in JHB. on 95 i get about 490-500km,

I'm currently based in a town called Malelane very very close to the kruger park on the N4,

i'm keen on the breakfast run, but can only manage to do it if we all get to JHB,.

Lets try also to communicate via email, this forum takes ages to load any pages.

my email is govenderr@tsb.co.za

Well, I reckon if we can get an SA forum up and going the site would load a lot quicker...

Um - how do you drive? :scratchhe Those fuel consumption numbers are incredible! That's like close on 10 litres per hundred! Not even Mazda claim those figures... It's the stuff dreams are made of! :)

i noticed a big differenced after i put the KNN filter in, also it's nice to red line it a couple of times, and the most important thing is let the car warm up in the morning till it reaches about a quarter way on the temperaature guage.

for some reasoon, if you drive it cold, then it sucks more juice also on cooler days it does better than hotter ones, and i also do about 7 km on the freeway to work everymorning. i think that helps.

i noticed a big differenced after i put the KNN filter in, also it's nice to red line it a couple of times, and the most important thing is let the car warm up in the morning till it reaches about a quarter way on the temperaature guage.

for some reasoon, if you drive it cold, then it sucks more juice also on cooler days it does better than hotter ones, and i also do about 7 km on the freeway to work everymorning. i think that helps.

I drive around 40km to work on the freeway too - Strange - Is the KNN just a drop in filter, or a whole new induction system?

I'd be curious to try it - if it is just a drop in especially! Then I suppose you just have to manage the guys at the dealership - or perhaps replace with the original filter when you take it in for a service :)

Any power increase / difference? - I mean if I could stick in a new filter and increase my fuel consumption, I'm all for it!

good to see some other SA owners on this forum, i think the site idea is quite good, tired of listening to all the stuff the americans can get.

Plus i think we're far ahead of them in terms of some of the sound mod's that we can do here. they just complicate things,

Interesting to read your stats on the fuel and speed part, i've done a top of 235 and i normally get about 550k's on a full tank, only with 93, when i'm in JHB. on 95 i get about 490-500km,

I'm currently based in a town called Malelane very very close to the kruger park on the N4,

i'm keen on the breakfast run, but can only manage to do it if we all get to JHB,.

Lets try also to communicate via email, this forum takes ages to load any pages.

my email is govenderr@tsb.co.za
welcome. i agree the yanks get a bit much... tough crowd... your fuel stats r amazing! u sure u got a rotary in there? l.o.l. Malelane, is that the one with 2 robots... :) how's ur install coming along? r u doing it urself or a shop? if so which shop?

IRQ5. i got the BMC drop in filter and did'nt do much noticable 4 me. maybe must try the K&N... Vanessa uses the 8 to Centurion & back everyday which is a long stretch, the best k's yet 420...

flying 2 Knysna 4 the week 2morrow 4 my b.day, back the 17th. next day breakfast run. c if Msenzo responds by then... so chat in a weeks time. enjoy!

nvigor8

Lets try also to communicate via email, this forum takes ages to load any pages.

Good Idea , Will need this for the club , I think lets all PM the Chair with our e-mail address !

Do you have 6 or 5 Speed , Myself get more or less 450 when Warning light comes on , will probably do another 20 or so k's before fill up .....thats about 470/480 k's normal work and back type driving etc .....Around 8k's per liter .....and I have the 5 Speed ....damn you lucky !.

PHAT
Enjoy your B.Day !!! myself had a bad one last year , R600 fine , Went to play Squash , tore calf muscle got home and someone stole my Bathroom carpets through bugler bars ...grrrr ...SO MAY YOUR BirthDay be 1000% better than mine !

So we are now 5 , all over the place but none the less ....See now we can plan ....

Just throwing this out there .....End of April , I'm coming up ....so maybe a run as well ..?

nvigor8

Lets try also to communicate via email, this forum takes ages to load any pages.

Good Idea , Will need this for the club , I think lets all PM the Chair with our e-mail address !

Do you have 6 or 5 Speed , Myself get more or less 450 when Warning light comes on , will probably do another 20 or so k's before fill up .....thats about 470/480 k's normal work and back type driving etc .....Around 8k's per liter .....and I have the 5 Speed ....damn you lucky !.

PHAT
Enjoy your B.Day !!! myself had a bad one last year , R600 fine , Went to play Squash , tore calf muscle got home and someone stole my Bathroom carpets through bugler bars ...grrrr ...SO MAY YOUR BirthDay be 1000% better than mine !

So we are now 5 , all over the place but none the less ....See now we can plan ....

Just throwing this out there .....End of April , I'm coming up ....so maybe a run as well ..?

Shame man - that must have been a really bad day.

I've got the 6 speed myself...

I'd love to do any runs, so we'll definitely do a run at the end of the April.

Phat - have a good one! Will you be online at all for us to arrange the run? Otherwise, perhaps we should exchange numbers or something...

WITH. thanx, sorry 2 hear about your last b.day... ''u get those'' :wallbash: end of april. yeah! got ur P.M thanx. IRQ5.u half way 2 haarties already :icon_tdow so i think we should meet at East Gate mall entrance 5 ? 8am? i wont b on line this week a friend will follow the thread, so if there's any changes we can communicate. :wavey: i'll P.M u my cell no. looking 4ward... u gonna bring Nadia along and ur friend with the silver 8 along? oh i've P.M'd Msenzo too. holiday time.....

i have the drop in knn, no problems with the guys at the dealership either, they just don't replace the air filter.

I've got a 6 speed.

my install is complete, i've had the follwing fitted at Watts UP in randburg,

1x infinity 675 rms x1 monoblock
1 x infinity 110 rms x4 for interior speakers

i have the drop in knn, no problems with the guys at the dealership either, they just don't replace the air filter.

I've got a 6 speed.

my install is complete, i've had the follwing fitted at Watts UP in randburg,

1x infinity 675 rms x1 monoblock
1 x infinity 110 rms x4 for interior speakers
1 x Cerwin Vega vmax 12" DVC in boot
2 x Cerwin Vega 5x7 in front doors
2 X Cerwin vega 6x9 on Back shelf.

it should very clear, no boot rattle or anything, the only problem is the stock radio is quite weak and it's not as loud as it could be.

i've also got blue led's fitted in the interior and under the side mirrors.
got the fron autoillumination.com

the car looks brilliant at night.

i have the drop in knn, no problems with the guys at the dealership either, they just don't replace the air filter.

I've got a 6 speed.

my install is complete, i've had the follwing fitted at Watts UP in randburg,

1x infinity 675 rms x1 monoblock
1 x infinity 110 rms x4 for interior speakers
1 x Cerwin Vega vmax 12" DVC in boot
2 x Cerwin Vega 5x7 in front doors
2 X Cerwin vega 6x9 on Back shelf.

it should very clear, no boot rattle or anything, the only problem is the stock radio is quite weak and it's not as loud as it could be.

i've also got blue led's fitted in the interior and under the side mirrors.
got the fron autoillumination.com

the car looks brilliant at night.

I'd love to see the blue led's in action - I was considering it myself - Was thinking maybe red ones to match my car... I'd also like to look into the red footwell lighting that you can get... But I'm not sure I'd change the interior lights - I'll keep them stock for the wife :)

But I do reckon red puddle lights in the door mirrors would match the red lighting on the bottom of the inside of the door pretty well... Which led's did you get from autoillumination? Was the install easy?

WITH. thanx, sorry 2 hear about your last b.day... ''u get those'' end of april. yeah! got ur P.M thanx. IRQ5.u half way 2 haarties already so i think we should meet at East Gate mall entrance 5 ? 8am? i wont b on line this week a friend will follow the thread, so if there's any changes we can communicate. i'll P.M u my cell no. looking 4ward... u gonna bring Nadia along and ur friend with the silver 8 along? oh i've P.M'd Msenzo too. holiday time.....

I suppose Eastgate is good - I don't mind meeting there... I've also invited a friend with a CBR600 for the drive - he likes to take his toy out for things like this :ylsuper: So I'll just ask that we pop past Fourways mall to meet him on the way...

But I'll sms you as well just to confirm the details...

i think there all type 194, there quite easy to install except the ones in the side mirrors.

the red, i'm told looks more like pink,

i'll take a pic tonight and upload it tommorow.

i think there all type 194, there quite easy to install except the ones in the side mirrors.

the red, i'm told looks more like pink,

i'll take a pic tonight and upload it tommorow.

Ok cool - perhaps I'll change my mind once I see the blue :)

Also, I tried autoillumination.com, but it comes up with some "Network Solutions" kinda search page - I'm sure that's not right - is there a dash like auto-illumination (tried that one as well) or something else that's in there. Also tried googling it and couldn't find the actual web page...

Anyway - looking forward to the pics!

try this,

www.autolumination.com

try this,

www.autolumination.com


ahhh... much better :)

howzit guys? im back, c the thread's been quite... :boring: missed my 8! so breakfast run's off 4 2morrow, :crying: next weekend sunday's now the new date, the 25th. who's all coming? NVIGOR8. your sound install: the solution to sort your ''under power signal'' problem out is a LINE DRIVER. :) most std units have a 2v-2,5v rca line output voltage, the Line Driver will boost ur signal up to 9v which is too much anyways, but it's fully adjustable. any good brand will do the job. any power (12v) problems? and did u get a cap or better batt? i c u got the VMAX sub, i thought u had the HED. :dunce: Good Choice! 'post us some pics' IRQ5. those interior globes are available locally from Autostyle.

Oh!! 8's clutch is oficially f*ckt... can feel it's slipping and only catching right at the top when depressing the pedal. not bad on 85 000 k's and 1st clutch replacement. take her in on monday and get them to sort out the airbag light that's on AGAIN!! will keep u's updated on the clutch work done... :ylsuper:

howzit guys? im back, c the thread's been quite... :boring: missed my 8! so breakfast run's off 4 2morrow, :crying: next weekend sunday's now the new date, the 25th. who's all coming? NVIGOR8. your sound install: the solution to sort your ''under power signal'' problem out is a LINE DRIVER. :) most std units have a 2v-2,5v rca line output voltage, the Line Driver will boost ur signal up to 9v which is too much anyways, but it's fully adjustable. any good brand will do the job. any power (12v) problems? and did u get a cap or better batt? i c u got the VMAX sub, i thought u had the HED. :dunce: Good Choice! 'post us some pics' IRQ5. those interior globes are available locally from Autostyle.

Yeah - I'm pretty bummed that the run didn't happen - but this Sunday we're on - no excuses! :nono:

Cool - will definitely have a look when I go through to pick up the caliper paint and stuff :)

Oh!! 8's clutch is oficially f*ckt... can feel it's slipping and only catching right at the top when depressing the pedal. not bad on 85 000 k's and 1st clutch replacement. take her in on monday and get them to sort out the airbag light that's on AGAIN!! will keep u's updated on the clutch work done... :ylsuper:

Didn't see this post - don't know how I missed it :(

You got your baby back yet?

tried a few branches and no one's got stock. booked in 4 2morrow @ eastgate branch. they say the job's gonna take 2 days...

tried a few branches and no one's got stock. booked in 4 2morrow @ eastgate branch. they say the job's gonna take 2 days...

That sucks! Do you think you'll be up and running again for our meet on Sunday?

Hey Phat8...

I did a bit of searching around and found that I won't actually be able to change the rear bumper like I wanted :wallbash:

Turns out there are clips behind that section that hold the bumper onto the body...

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=1748727&postcount=12

Oh well - I'll have to get hold of a proper kit one day - Will probably end up going for either the Mazdaspeed or the INGS+1 kit - really like them both!

Anyway...

took the 8 in this morning, hopefully will/should have my 8 back 4 sun. so 4 now we still on!! got a lift back in the new MP6 :squint: :boring:.... pitty about ur bumper. the mazda speedkit is beautiful, would b my choice 2. more than likely way out of my price range...

driving down with the 8 to durbs in april 4 the long weekend.....

took the 8 in this morning, hopefully will/should have my 8 back 4 sun. so 4 now we still on!! got a lift back in the new MP6 :squint: :boring:.... pitty about ur bumper. the mazda speedkit is beautiful, would b my choice 2. more than likely way out of my price range...

I've test driven the 6 MPS and it really is boring. Got lots of pulling power, but the 8's pulling power is pretty comparable - you wouldn't notice a difference if you've been driving the 8 for a while and have gotten used to the high revving nature of the engine. As long as you drive the 8 properly, it'll pull as well, I suppose is what I'm trying to say... The 8 is still a MUCH better and MUCH nicer car to drive...

BTW - I found pics of a guy who has actually modifed his back spoiler, so I reckon it actually can be done - go figure...

driving down with the 8 to durbs in april 4 the long weekend.....

I'll check with Nadia and see if we have any plans because I kinda remember plans for going away that weekend too - if we are going we can do the drive together...

i preffer the 8. sportier by far! that 8's phat! cool pic. your bumper. im confident 2 also say, we can do it...

ok. mazda called and said i'll have my 8 back 4 the weekend. so the sunday run is on!!

Excellent!!! :ylsuper:

So we meeting at Eastgate at 8 - like we were going to do last week?

Which entrance?

sounds goooood, entrance 5.

those lights from autostle have only 1 led on them, the ones i bought have about 6 on them, far more brighter and clearer.

i'll look into the line driver, thanks for the advice.

i'll post some pics on monday, things have been hectic, I'm doing an MBA, so ther's not much time for anything else.

enjoy the breakfast run on sunday.

sounds goooood, entrance 5.

Gooooood stuff - see you there!

phat 8, what will you suggest as being a good line driver.

phat 8, what will you suggest as being a good line driver. Audio Control, Cotter

phat

4April you coming down this side !! lekka , we must meet up !!

Remember Photo's for this weekend run !

4 sure!! good 2 hear from u. been busy?

IRQ5. all ok 4 tomorrow?

So our sunday run.... did'nt quite go as planned. met @ eastgate, got my 8 cleaned cos IRQ5's 8 was already spotless. took a couple of pics and were on our way. started off nice with no traffic and cruising nicely @ 200kph. and then, air bag light came on AGAIN! was sorted out on thurs/fri. ok, then a funny kkkrrrrr noise outside car, ok, then battery light went on. W.T.F? then radiator light... we had only reached the pretoria split at this point. so we pulled over and 8 had over heated a bit of water boiling etc... fanbelt had snapped, kinda had a feeling when i saw it was perished and did ask Mazda 2 replace it while it was in 4 the clutch etc... they had the car 4 two days........... oh well we'll do another run in 3 weeks time. still went & had a good lunch after the 8 was towed 2 my house. will post our pics.

Have created a new thread for the run...

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=110403

Cheers!

Nice one!!!

NVIGOR8. u find a line driver yet?

howzit everyone? been busy my side... so end of the month has come and gone, busy working on the SA rx8 site will let u all know as soon as it's up n running. speaking of up n running... my 8 has been back at Mazda since wed last week after they sent some one 2 my house 2 put a fan belt on my 8 from ''another car'' cos they did'nt have stock! so on the way 2 have dinner @ my moms house, i hear the same noise the belt made when it snapped on the run... stopped 2 check, and it was half shot. so we drove slowly hoping 2 make it back 2 the house. managed 2 get 1 block away from my house and heard the belt finally snapped. so the 8's been there since wed and 2day they called saying they still trying 2 find the problem why the belts keep shredding. very frustrating, at least i got a courtesy car. ''when courtesy cars get abused'' he he.......

Yeah, it has been pretty quiet around here. I must say I've been a bit busy myself.

Sorry to hear about the belt in your car going again! Why the hell can't these monkey's get it right for you? It can't be that hard to replace the fan belt, tighten to the correct tightness and give the car back to you working...

Anyway - I've also been working on a logo for us. I've got the emblem done pretty well (I think) but I just can't get the wording to look good. I'm going to give it another try tonight. Either way, I'll post what I have tomorrow for you to check out and let me know what you think - if it'll be good to use as our emblem...

Hope all goes well and your baby comes back to you in proper working order soon!

yeah same here .....BUSY ...Took some leave , moved .....Not the type of thing you wanna do too often ! tired !

Hey ! Glad you guys are so busy on the club stuff ! Lekka !

WHA !!!

What's up guys ? ...Silence .....

btw , PHAT did you ever order the strakes .....?

boo!! very quite here, i thought i was the only one... never got 2 order the strakes cos had other stuff i had 2 do. :mad: can't wait till i do. supposed 2 attempt another breakfast run this sunday after my 8 being in 4 over a week 4 a fanbelt a non original SPIREX branded belt, which is a Litts/Midas brand which is still slipping! i'll just adjust it myself. customer service in SA is non existant!!! IRQ5, Waassuup?

:boring: ok?... um ''WITH'' u still coming up in April? we wont b coming down, family coming from C.T over those days. as far as the SA RX8 CLUB goes, the WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA is available to launch, but not up yet as the guy is very busy... taking a while but as the saying goes, Rome was'nt built in a day... :wink2: Managed 2 find another 2 keen members with 8's. ''IRQ5'' how's the design of our logo coming along? i'm currently busy with a custom install with my 8 quite excited. about time i did a install, will post pics soon. My V belt has been fine since i've tightened it. Aircon is blowing beautifully now too, after IRQ5 told me 2 clean the filters behind the glove compartment. THANX 4 that one Andrew! :worship:

NVIGOR8. u find a line driver? I'm currently busy with my custom install. CERWIN VEGA!

boo!! very quite here, i thought i was the only one... never got 2 order the strakes cos had other stuff i had 2 do. :mad: can't wait till i do. supposed 2 attempt another breakfast run this sunday after my 8 being in 4 over a week 4 a fanbelt a non original SPIREX branded belt, which is a Litts/Midas brand which is still slipping! i'll just adjust it myself. customer service in SA is non existant!!! IRQ5, Waassuup?

:boring: ok?... um ''WITH'' u still coming up in April? we wont b coming down, family coming from C.T over those days. as far as the SA RX8 CLUB goes, the WWW.RX8CLUB.CO.ZA is available to launch, but not up yet as the guy is very busy... taking a while but as the saying goes, Rome was'nt built in a day... :wink2: Managed 2 find another 2 keen members with 8's. ''IRQ5'' how's the design of our logo coming along? i'm currently busy with a custom install with my 8 quite excited. about time i did a install, will post pics soon. My V belt has been fine since i've tightened it. Aircon is blowing beautifully now too, after IRQ5 told me 2 clean the filters behind the glove compartment. THANX 4 that one Andrew! :worship:

Hey guys

Sorry I haven't been here to reply lately. Took a week's leave last week and went down to the Drakensburg - in Nadia's car though - not taking my 8 on sand roads :)

I've come up with what I think is a really cool logo - I still have forgotten to post it. I'll post it tonight or tomorrow morning for you guys to check out.

Glad to hear we got some new members too - when we running next?

Also, glad to hear about your V belt and AC. My 8's probably going in tomorrow for a service and possible swap out of fuel pump. Strange power loss happening after 7k rpm. Not major but just noticable... Will keep you guys informed.

Anyway - good to be back.

Cheers

Phat .... yeah still coming up END of April , Maybe we can have "BIGGISH" run ....??

Lekka on the site .... let us know for donations for domain name ..... Something like R150 +- for a za ... I think .....

IRQ .........WHERE's THE LOGO ..... Wanna make business card out of it.

......but nou ja , only 3 RX8's down where I am .... including mine ....

We having it rough here , high tides , rough seas and Wind Rain etc ......

Hey guys

Sorry for the late reply... Work has gotten hectic - I just haven't had a chance to think lately...

I've attached the logo that I came up with - what do you guys think?

Also, when are we going to do our next run? I'm itching!

Heck that's NEAT !!!

I Like !

Yeah ...if it's slow here one tend to look less ....

Okay guys I'm up country the end of the month ...So let's have run ...!!
We better decide cause I'm driving up Thursday .

Also have you seen this .....
http://www.zwartkops.co.za/documents/zdt_skidcar_special.pdf

And my new toy ....
http://www.gps-shop.co.za/shop/product.asp?pID=372&cID=7

Heck that's NEAT !!!

I Like !

Yeah ...if it's slow here one tend to look less ....

Okay guys I'm up country the end of the month ...So let's have run ...!!
We better decide cause I'm driving up Thursday .

Also have you seen this .....
http://www.zwartkops.co.za/documents/zdt_skidcar_special.pdf

And my new toy ....
http://www.gps-shop.co.za/shop/product.asp?pID=372&cID=7

When exactly are you up?

I'll give Phat8 a call to arrange with him - he doesn't seem to be on the forum lately. If you're leaving on Thursday though and we haven't arranged anything by tomorrow, PM your cell number to me so that we can finalise...

Did PM you .......

Hi,..I have a 4X8 2005 with only 36000 km on the clock. Renisis 6-speed high power.....love my car....yellow....is still new....i live in Port Elizabeth.