Nick R. aka Nick
2006 Shinka 6speed
Pewaukee, WI
Other Rides: 2000 Mitsu Eclipse GT PP

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If we could have a mod turn this into a sticky that would be great!

Madison here. Check out the Chicago thread, we have a meet every first Sat. of the month. Also, this weekend a bunch of us are heading to Road America. Check out that thread as well. Hope to see you around.

2005 Titanium Grey 6MT, MS CAI, MS Exhaust, MS Flywheel, MS F/R Springs & Shocks, MS F/R Sway Bars, MS F/R Strut braces, Agency Pulley, Agency Brake/clutch lines, and AFE short shifter :rock:

Your suppose to post up your info silly;) Glad to see there are some WI members as the region board seems pretty slow here.

Your suppose to post up your info silly;) Glad to see there are some WI members as the region board seems pretty slow here.
Fixed, yea not many WI members here. The Chicago crew are a good bunch of guys and gals. You need to make some of those meets

Charles
2004 Winning Blue
Milwaukee,WI

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04 Titanium Gray GT
Appleton Area.

Daily driver and autox'er, so I kinda have to keep it stock for now. I know, I know, racing and sun roof...

Other cars: dead H22 Accord on my driveway, wifes 3 and Suzuki SV650

04 Titanium Gray GT
Appleton Area.

Daily driver and autox'er, so I kinda have to keep it stock for now. I know, I know, racing and sun roof...

Other cars: dead H22 Accord on my driveway, wifes 3 and Suzuki SV650
Where do you do auto cross? I would like to try it out.

I do that in the Fox Valley Stadium. We have a non point event coming up in a couple weeks, and the season starts next month. Check here: www.fvscc.com

the parking lot we got is not as big as others, so courses are pretty slow. There's a bigger club in Madison too, and then there's Milwaukee. I'm planning to go to Milwaukee a few times this year.

I do that in the Fox Valley Stadium. We have a non point event coming up in a couple weeks, and the season starts next month. Check here: www.fvscc.com

the parking lot we got is not as big as others, so courses are pretty slow. There's a bigger club in Madison too, and then there's Milwaukee. I'm planning to go to Milwaukee a few times this year.
I've been lookinf into the Madison Club. I may try some events with them. Just can't see driving to to Milwaukee for autox events. May just stya local for those.

i just can't wait to go burn some oil this weekend

i just can't wait to go burn some oil this weekend
AMEN

+1 milwaukee

+1 milwaukee
Then you need to make it to Road America this weekend. Less than an hour away for you I think.

Then you need to make it to Road America this weekend. Less than an hour away for you I think.
good call as always :)

Waukesha
04 TiGray GT 6speed
bone stock daily driver

Other rides, 04 Mazda 6 wagon w MT & 01 Acura TL.

I'll be at RA for the June Sprints (as a spectator). Likely
get some touring laps in at that time.

Waukesha
04 TiGray GT 6speed
bone stock daily driver

Other rides, 04 Mazda 6 wagon w MT & 01 Acura TL.

I'll be at RA for the June Sprints (as a spectator). Likely
get some touring laps in at that time.
Is SCCA running that event? You should come out to RA or Autobahn when we head out there with NASA.

Appleton Area
04 Black GT 6 Speed
TurboXS full race exhaust

Project car: '91 240sx hatch in black and rust

Just found out about FVSCC yesterday, will have to come to some events and hopefully get involved.

FVSCC just had an Autocross today over at WIR. Next event is a track day at the Shawano Karting track.

Black GT with exhaust I might have seen you on Hwy 76 once.

2004 GT 6-speed manual
Sunlight Silver
Grafton, WI (Northern Milwaukee)

2004 GT 6-speed manual
Sunlight Silver
Grafton, WI (Northern Milwaukee)
nice! welcome

Justin
04 VR
MEQUON

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Justin
04 VR
MEQUON

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Welcome

Nice looking car. Welcome to the group.

ok, I've seen 4 RX-8 within the past month while driving around town, and only of them look at me when I look to say hi. The last one I saw was yesterday, he didn't even turn his head stopping next to me at the light, and just took off on green like he has a faster car. sure. what's up with that?

Looks like we have enough people for an Wisconsin meet, somebody do it!!

Sounds like a good Idea, but where? By the way are you heading to blackhawk on May 27 for the Midwest counsel event?

ok, I've seen 4 RX-8 within the past month while driving around town, and only of them look at me when I look to say hi. The last one I saw was yesterday, he didn't even turn his head stopping next to me at the light, and just took off on green like he has a faster car. sure. what's up with that?

Looks like we have enough people for an Wisconsin meet, somebody do it!!

Were any of these 8's Velocity Red by chance? I've seen a few red 8's and everytime I wave or point them out, I get no response. Must be automatics :dunno:

Sounds like a good Idea, but where? By the way are you heading to blackhawk on May 27 for the Midwest counsel event?

There's one on May 27? I didn't know that...umm, tempting, but I have a autox that day...how much is that one?

I'll most likely stay with autox that day though...trying to get a trophy :mdrmed:

Were any of these 8's Velocity Red by chance? I've seen a few red 8's and everytime I wave or point them out, I get no response. Must be automatics :dunno:

I saw a black one (possibly you), a couple gray, and the silver one yesterday. I saw a red one parking at the mall, which could be from anywhere; and I know there's a red one local, because I saw him at autox last year, and I know he work in town.

Jay, are you coming to the lapping day at Shawano on th 13? Not very fast since it's a cart track, but lots of fun. Cheap too.

Mike
Oconomowoc, WI
2006 Winning Blue GT AT

There's one on May 27? I didn't know that...umm, tempting, but I have a autox that day...how much is that one?

I'll most likely stay with autox that day though...trying to get a trophy :mdrmed:
It's $160, I'm gonna do this or the one at Autobahn country club on the 20th. I'll know which one this weekend.

Jay, are you coming to the lapping day at Shawano on th 13? Not very fast since it's a cart track, but lots of fun. Cheap too.

As much as I want to, I need to invest in a helmet yet and some newer tires before I do that.

As much as I want to, I need to invest in a helmet yet and some newer tires before I do that.

I can spot you on the helmet, can't help you on tires though. What better way to finish off the old tires :mdrmed: PM me know if you like to come watch, we can head up there together.

It'll be busy getting the car ready...need to install new pads, flush the brake fluid, set the alignment, amount other things...Just need to take it easy on tires. I don't have money for tires now and my fronts are about time :icon_no2:

Sheboygan... farther north of Milwaukee than Grafton...

So who has the Sunlight Silver I saw in town yesterday? Has a fox racing vinyl on the rear glass, appearance package, we had a little fun on 441...

I think I saw that car at the dealership the other day....doesn't look like we have a lot of local Appleton owners here on this forum.

Looks like I need to through myself in the ring here as well.

2004 Brilliant Black GT - bone stock, unfortunately
Franklin, WI (south suburb of Milwaukee)

:wavey:

You should come to some of the Chicago meets

You should come to some of the Chicago meets

+1

04 Metallic Red Stock
Just got the memphis subs and amp

o yeah and the dent mod from some idiot!:rant:

Not too long ago I saw a blue RX8 sitting in a parking lot outside a bar in Racine. Wonder whos it was. Just last week, saw another RX8 in black on Hwy 11. Quite a few in this area. I'll wave next time.

2005 Winning blue GT 6-speed
Summer only - man, it is so much fun.
Racine, WI (work in Milwaukee)

Other car: 99 blue Mustang 5-speed primary car had it for 8 years - the Sin mobile - not as fast but still love it.

With all these members in WI we should get some better track turnouts.

yes yes yes....anybody has time to organize a meet? It'll be nice to meet the new people here.

yes yes yes....anybody has time to organize a meet? It'll be nice to meet the new people here.

autobahn Country club on the 23rd :)

well, if I didn't have to buy new street tires, do landscaping, new helmet, blah blah...

speaking of which, they haven't refund my money yet...

Oh, anybody here going to Indy for the F1 race this weekend?

well, if I didn't have to buy new street tires, do landscaping, new helmet, blah blah...

speaking of which, they haven't refund my money yet...

whats the refund for?

well, if I didn't have to buy new street tires, do landscaping, new helmet, blah blah...

speaking of which, they haven't refund my money yet...

I spoke to Troy (he's running nthe event) He said that a M rated helmet is OK as long as it M2000 or better. They may even let you get away with a M95 rated helmet. I think they are having a hard time filling the event up.

I signed up for the 23rd originally. Called it off after I talked to them and they give me refund.

I'm going to hate myself, going or not, so might as well do that with $150, helmet and gas money in my pocket.

I spoke to Troy (he's running nthe event) He said that a M rated helmet is OK as long as it M2000 or better. They may even let you get away with a M95 rated helmet. I think they are having a hard time filling the event up.

Really? hmm...maybe I'll change my mind and sign up again next week...it's a lot better without having to buy a new helmet.

John-
Waterford / Greenfield.

Really? hmm...maybe I'll change my mind and sign up again next week...it's a lot better without having to buy a new helmet.

Yea, e-mail him the rating of your helmet, and he'll let you know if it's OK.

Here is his e-mail.

mazdaday@hotmail.com

Looks like I need to through myself in the ring here as well.

2004 Brilliant Black GT - bone stock, unfortunately
Franklin, WI (south suburb of Milwaukee)

:wavey:

I work down in Franklin, if you see a Copper Red around lunch time, that would be me.

Anyone else planning on heading down on the 23rd? Can we just pay the $10 at the door to get in if we aren't running on the track?

John-
Waterford / Greenfield.

nice car

I work down in Franklin, if you see a Copper Red around lunch time, that would be me.

Anyone else planning on heading down on the 23rd? Can we just pay the $10 at the door to get in if we aren't running on the track?

From what I can tell we have at least 4 8's going. Yes, you can pay and just watch or go for ride alongs.

I work down in Franklin, if you see a Copper Red around lunch time, that would be me.
Cool, I'll have to keep my eyes open...although I'm not normally around Franklin during lunch, as I work down in Burlington.

I work down in Franklin, if you see a Copper Red around lunch time, that would be me.

Anyone else planning on heading down on the 23rd? Can we just pay the $10 at the door to get in if we aren't running on the track?

I'm going to be driving the course

Hey guys and gals,

I just moved into the Appleton area a couple of weeks ago and my wife and I own a 2004 Titanium Gray GT RX-8. We've got the appearance package and haven't had it out for a lot this summer yet. But I think I've seen the black one out and about on College Ave. I'll post some pictures when I get a chance!

Hey guys and gals,

I just moved into the Appleton area a couple of weeks ago and my wife and I own a 2004 Titanium Gray GT RX-8. We've got the appearance package and haven't had it out for a lot this summer yet. But I think I've seen the black one out and about on College Ave. I'll post some pictures when I get a chance!

Welcome, Check out the Chicago meets thread for more info on meets and track days.

Mathoepner, welcome to Appleton. There're a few in the area. I've seen 2 reds, 2 blacks, couple greys and couple silvers. There'll be an autox on July 1st at the baseball stadium north of the mall. Feel free to come by and check it out. I'll be there bright and early :)

Madison, WI

Lurked here for about 2 years & I'm giving in to the urge soon - even got a better job so I can pay off the car loan sometime this century.

I've seen a nice TiGrey at the Best Buy behind the east side mall, and a younger woman driving a (very very dirty) Winning Blue on the beltline near Stoughton Rd.

Madison, WI

Lurked here for about 2 years & I'm giving in to the urge soon - even got a better job so I can pay off the car loan sometime this century.

I've seen a nice TiGrey at the Best Buy behind the east side mall, and a younger woman driving a (very very dirty) Winning Blue on the beltline near Stoughton Rd.

I've seen the TI grey one too. The winning blue I belive lives by me since I always see it. So you got one yet or you looking into getting one?

Speaking of winning blue I pulled onto the freeway (94 East) right in front of one today but was driving my black 3G eclipse Anyone on here?

I've seen the TI grey one too. The winning blue I belive lives by me since I always see it. So you got one yet or you looking into getting one?

Still looking - I'd prefer a 05 Ti-Grey. I'm stopping by Don Miller for a test drive and only a test drive - their single used 8 is a 05 Brilliant Black MT GT w/14k miles with a window price of $27k. Not a fan of that price or the GT trim (specifically leather & moon-roof). A prefunctory search of ebay, autotrader, etc., has shown me that there are private party 05's out there under 20k, so that's the direction I'm headed.

Still looking - I'd prefer a 05 Ti-Grey. I'm stopping by Don Miller for a test drive and only a test drive - their single used 8 is a 05 Brilliant Black MT GT w/14k miles with a window price of $27k. Not a fan of that price or the GT trim (specifically leather & moon-roof). A prefunctory search of ebay, autotrader, etc., has shown me that there are private party 05's out there under 20k, so that's the direction I'm headed.

Yea, 27K for a used 05 is crazy. For that price you can get a brandnew base model.

27k for used is way too much. You should be able to get around 20k.

Base model is hard to find used. I looked left and right and couldn't find one.

Speaking of winning blue I pulled onto the freeway (94 East) right in front of one today but was driving my black 3G eclipse Anyone on here?

Depends on when and where you were at on 94.

I said hi to a Silver one with licence plate "BALANA" when heading to Milwaukee in my blue Mustang. Anyone here or knows who it was?

Check this out guys http://www.myautoevents.com/pls/mae/frmEventDetail.Show?psevent_id=7842&psrnd=.73792293123752074085213493800845360535

http://www.usainternationalraceway.com

$65 for non FVSCC member, one hour of track time.

Speaking of winning blue I pulled onto the freeway (94 East) right in front of one today but was driving my black 3G eclipse Anyone on here?

Yeah depends on where on 94. I take 94 between Oconomowoc and Johnson Creek everyday for work.

Just to let everyone now that car started at $26995.00 and a sale price of 21900.00 and at that price there was also a new set of 18" snow tires as well . By the way I'm one of the sales mgr's at Don Miller .
Pat

And I own a 2004 Grand Touring in Yellow !

Yeah depends on where on 94. I take 94 between Oconomowoc and Johnson Creek everyday for work.

It was in Waukesha near 164 heading east.

Red one on I-94 at 8:30am weekday heading North in South Milwaukee area with a guy in his 40s to 50s.

There was a Red with rotary accents and sunroof at Madison-West American TV/Appliance today (I work there).

Damn you for parking right in front of the parking lot when I was trapped at the front door greeting! :)

In other news the only RX-8 in the Madison area car lots is a 07 GT auto at Don Miller- I tried to find one to test drive today. No thanks Don Miller.

Just to let everyone now that car started at $26995.00 and a sale price of 21900.00 and at that price there was also a new set of 18" snow tires as well . By the way I'm one of the sales mgr's at Don Miller .
Pat

You know what! The car (6-speed winning blue) I just bought from a private owner named Frank in Stougton with the snow tires also came from that dealership. I originally did not want the snow tires and it turned out that the extended warranty that he had advertised was not transferrable so he gave me the tires with the sale. Poor guy paid for that warranty and got nothing out of it. Wonder if the dealership had mentioned the restriction to him. You guys get RX8s in quite a bit?

Edit to previous post made my comment irrelevant.

I've seen the TI grey one too. The winning blue I belive lives by me since I always see it. So you got one yet or you looking into getting one?

Wassup guys. UW Madison student here. Just saved up enough to finally afford an '8. bought an 04 GT 6 spd, winning blue, stock daily driver at least for now. Planning to upgrade the CAI in the near future, but not sure if there is really anything else needed. Used to drive a 92 MR2 turbo and a 93 3000GT VR4, and the stock rx 8 kicks their asses anytime. props to devildog1679 for lettin me know about the forum. The younger woman driving the very very dirty winning blue 8 near stoughton lives somewhere near Zimbrick Honda.

Wassup guys. UW Madison student here. Just saved up enough to finally afford an '8. bought an 04 GT 6 spd, winning blue, stock daily driver at least for now. Planning to upgrade the CAI in the near future, but not sure if there is really anything else needed. Used to drive a 92 MR2 turbo and a 93 3000GT VR4, and the stock rx 8 kicks their asses anytime. props to devildog1679 for lettin me know about the forum.
Welcome to the forums! I'll be on the lookout for ya.

The younger woman driving the very very dirty winning blue 8 near stoughton lives somewhere near Zimbrick Honda.
That makes sense, I live just down the road from there.

Next week after I drive back from Richmond, VA with my '8 I'll probably take it thru the Octopus on Park. Then maybe I can cruise around and try to find her car & put the coupon for money off your next car wash under her wiper!

haha, i am sure she would thank you! then again, I don't think she'd intentionally leave her car dirty. u shld be able to see me. i drive from fish hatchery down park to grainger hall and back everyday. u got your 05 rx8 yet?

haha, i am sure she would thank you! then again, I don't think she'd intentionally leave her car dirty. u shld be able to see me. i drive from fish hatchery down park to grainger hall and back everyday. u got your 05 rx8 yet?

No, on the 11th I'm flying to Richmond and driving back with my new titanium gray girlfriend. She's curvy in all the right places, if you know what i mean.

good for you! treat her well. lol.

Hey Guys,

Check out the upcoming track day thread. There are a few of us heading to Autobahn on the 21st and 22nd. It's a sweet track, if you don't want to drive you can always spectate. There is also a BBQ on Saturday in IL, not sure if I can make it because the pregnant wife has been sick lately. Don't feel like taking the long drive alone.

you'll get to meet the famous devildog!

Heh, as fun as that sounds, I'm not so sure that I want to be taking my car to the track barely a week after I get it.

you'll get to meet the famous devildog!

Famous or infamouse:lol2: I meet kefz, he lives about 100 feet from me :)

Heh, as fun as that sounds, I'm not so sure that I want to be taking my car to the track barely a week after I get it.

you could always just come and watch and meet people :)

you could always just come and watch and meet people :)

I may do just that! I can only come Sunday though, I'm part of my cousin's wedding party on the 21st.

Also http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=121234

I may do just that! I can only come Sunday though, I'm part of my cousin's wedding party on the 21st.

do it

do it

Yea, all the cool people are going :coolkid01

So anyone other than myself and Blue going to AutoBahn next weekend?

No guarantees, but I'm thinking of heading down to meet some people on Sunday, if any of you are going to still be there.

Well, we are going to be at the track until they close down the event on Sunday

Sounds good. If I don't party too hard at my cousin's wedding I'll try to make it down.

Hope to see you then.

Saw a nice clean BB at American in Oak Creek,WI around 9 pm saturday

Looks like I'm going to be home Zaino'ing on Sunday - I was rained out this morning & threw in the towel because I have to work this evening, which didn't give me enough time to clay + 2 coats + showroom finish.

Maybe next time...

Looks like I'm going to be home Zaino'ing on Sunday - I was rained out this morning & threw in the towel because I have to work this evening, which didn't give me enough time to clay + 2 coats + showroom finish.

Maybe next time...

That's to bad, but I do want to check it out when your done. I used Meguiries three step (clean, polish, wax) after I clayed it. man the paint was smooth after that. The only reason I didn't go with Zaino is the time it takes:Eyecrazy:

Yeah, I got the ZFX accelerator, the cure time is ridiculous otherwise. Now I just have to ignore the orange peel in the clear coat.

Oh, and wish me luck tonight - friggin' weather.com is saying that my area has a chance of "large hail." Hail damage the first week that I've owned my car will not please me.

Edit: Woot! weather.com has removed the hail warning!

no hail for the win!

Yeah, I got the ZFX accelerator, the cure time is ridiculous otherwise. Now I just have to ignore the orange peel in the clear coat.

Oh, and wish me luck tonight - friggin' weather.com is saying that my area has a chance of "large hail." Hail damage the first week that I've owned my car will not please me.

Edit: Woot! weather.com has removed the hail warning!

OH, I'm in Madison to, well actually on the border of Madison and Fitchburg. Hope I don't wake up to a dimpled car :rant:

wow, I am sorry to hear that. Condolences to you.

Sorry to here that as well. Hang in there.

That's really too bad, your family will be in my prayers.

Sorry to hear that. I know exactly how it feels, my dad died almost 2 years ago after fighting it for 8 years.

Good luck.

2004 Brilliant Black GT 6 Speed
originally from Markesan, WI living at Fort Campbell, KY
5% tint all the way around, Tein lowering springs, debadged

Anybody have oem 18's they'd want to sell. Can be with or without tires, need some asap....somebody help!

Guess I should jump in here. All of you Wisconsin 8's should have been at MRR last weekend. Check out the RX Club of Wisconsin http://www.rxclubofwi.org/ for details.

As for me, 2004 GT in Waukesha. See the signature for details.

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Zoom, Zoom!

Good to see another member close by. Welcome all.

Hi Guys, I am still in the process of getting a new RX-8. I just wanted to know from you guys how the handling is during winter? :) Thanks!

Two word: snow tires :) Seriously, It's my daily driver, and it drives fine in snow.

So we have a few people in Waukesha area...I'm down there almost every Saturday now, maybe we should meet up some time...

I'm game. I just installed my first mod this past weekend and I must say it sounds great. Sad you have to pay so much for sound but worth it for the smile it brought to my face.

Must have installed an exhaust then?

Exhaust is on my short(ish) list of mods to do next year. My 8's going into storage for the winter and while it's stored I'm sending off my PCM for the Racing Beat reflash. I also plan on getting a new clutch and the RB flywheel to be installed next summer, hopefully by MazdaManiac & crew @ their new shop in Phoenix - my sister lives there and I'll be visiting her, so I thought I'd get some modding done while I'm there :) Until I checked out the DIY for installing a clutch I had vague notions of doing it myself. Yeah, nooooo thanks!

For now I've been satisfied with appearance mods - strakes, clear corners, and just this week Evo-R eyelids. I can't express how much I love them!

doesn't anyone have some 18" stockers laying around that they want to sell?

Two word: snow tires :) Seriously, It's my daily driver, and it drives fine in snow.

So we have a few people in Waukesha area...I'm down there almost every Saturday now, maybe we should meet up some time...


Thanks for the update! It's good to know from a daily driver!

Thanks for the update! It's good to know from a daily driver!

Mine is my daily as well. I strongly recomenrd the Dunlop Sport M3's, I put these on this past winter. With all the snow we got it was just fine. The only thing that anything above 4 inches can be tricky.

That's when you take traction control off...I had to do that to get myself onto the driveway. The TC won't let the engine go above 3000rpm with the rear spinning. Otherwise, keep it on, make life easier in snow.

Mine is my daily as well. I strongly recomenrd the Dunlop Sport M3's, I put these on this past winter. With all the snow we got it was just fine. The only thing that anything above 4 inches can be tricky.

Even my Subaru AWD has issues with more than 4 inches of snow, but I was more concerned about regular light snow and slipperly road conditions. But it's great to know from you guys how it really feels with a RX-8 during winter since winter months in WI seems to be my only deal breaker I had for this car...I don't think it's no longer an issue, now it's matter of finding a 06/07 8 for me! :) thanks!

Hellos guys,

Brilliant Black GT 6SP w/ Nav here in Janesville, WI originally from Appleton, WI.

Let me know when us Wisconsinians are having a meet, haven't been able to attend any meet with my 8 eversince I got it.

My other toys include a 98 H22A4 Prelude - Millano Red.

Hellos guys,

Brilliant Black GT 6SP w/ Nav here in Janesville, WI originally from Appleton, WI.

Let me know when us Wisconsinians are having a meet, haven't been able to attend any meet with my 8 eversince I got it.

My other toys include a 98 H22A4 Prelude - Millano Red.

Unfortunately the WI people don't get together. Instead I attend the Chicago meet which every first Saturday of the month. It's a great bunch of 8 & 7 owners. You should check it out in Sept. We can even meet up in the Janesville are and cruise down there, being that I pass Janesville all the time.

Hellos guys,

Let me know when us Wisconsinians are having a meet, haven't been able to attend any meet with my 8 eversince I got it.



Kong,
Keep tabs on the RX Club of Wisconsin site (http://www.rxclubofwi.org/) and their forum for some Wisconsin events. We had a great time at MRR/Road America two weekends ago.

Zoom, Zoom!

First Saturday of every month?!?! Darn, that's when I have drill.. hehe. I would've loved to catch it in sept though...

I used to own a BB '04... bought it in 04...

Unfortunately traded it in when I got the Charger I have now, but I am DEFINATELY looking at an RX8 again... I miss diving it..

I now live in Muskego, and commute to Downtown Milwaukee... be nice to do that trip in a Rotary again!

I used to own a BB '04... bought it in 04...

Unfortunately traded it in when I got the Charger I have now, but I am DEFINATELY looking at an RX8 again... I miss diving it..

I now live in Muskego, and commute to Downtown Milwaukee... be nice to do that trip in a Rotary again!

Yeah all this rainy weather is cutting into the quality time with my 8. The stock tires are definitely not the greatest in wet weather, especially because I have a base 8 without the DSC to save my butt if I lose traction.

The other day I happened to catch a bit of the Generac 500 (i think that's what it was) and they mentioned that it was at Road America - made me wish I had gone out there - the track looks very nice. It'd be even better if Mazda would loan me a 787b to drive :)

LET's MEET UP GUYS.. shall we?

I'm up for a meet guys, as long as it's not the first weekend of each month, I've got drill.

Where would it be?

I'd be up for it.

We should get a list together to get an idea of where people who want to meet up are coming from so we can 1) pick a date that works for people and 2) a location that is decently close to most of the people who want to meet.

I would be interested

How's Kenosha near lake michigan for everyone? We can meet at the lake. About an hour and a half away from Madison.

I'm interested in a meet...but that's still two hours from me if we do it monthly. I have enough weekly long drives already.

How about a meet at a Autox event?

I'm definetly game for a meet. I unfortunately haven't been able to make any of the Chicago ones, and probably won't this year. If there's one closer to home I'd make every effort to attend.

By the way, yeah the mod is MS Exhuast and I absolutely love it. Car sounds like a proper sports car now.

There's autox at Miller Park on 9/8 and 9/9

I'd be insterested to see what others have done. Usually I am not the one to mod anything, and it will be cool to meet other 8 owners. Are we trying to setup a regular meeting here?

For now I think we're setting up a one-time thing, but it could easily develop into a regular meeting if things go well.

I've started a map that will put a marker on each member's location. If you want to add yourself follow this link. (http://www.communitywalk.com/racine/wi/wisconsin_member_locator/map/159826)

At the top, there's an "Add Marker" button - simply click this, and find the city/town/whatever that you live in/nearest. Add yourself to the map.

If we get a good idea of where people are at we can have a good visual reference as to where to set up a meet.

Edit: I've added a few of the people who've expressed interest who have a location listed in their profile.

That's awsome (the map). I'd love to at least get a one time meet set up yet this fall. Let me know if there is any way I can help out.

ok, I registered and logged in, but I don't see any "Add Marker" button. I'm in Greenville Wisconsin if you want to add me.

Are people still interested in doing the Milwaukee autox meet next weekend? I'm considering doing that autox, if people are interested, I'll definitely show up.

Sorry about that I had permissions set so only I could add people!

That should be fixed now. Also, I added you to the map, More_Revs.

holy moly that's a awesome map:) good job buddy!!!
so when and where should we meet btw:) i'm really looking 4wardXD

Indeed. That is a fantastic mapping capability. I didn't know it existed. I'm going to suggest to our RX Club of Wisconsin that we put one together for our members.

Zoom, Zoom!

There's autox at Miller Park on 9/8 and 9/9

I didn't find any info on the event. Do you have a link?

I didn't find any info on the event. Do you have a link?

Here is the link http://www.scca-milwaukee.org/Solo/2007/07sched.htm

cool man.. i'll see you guys ther . what time are we going 2 meet..?

I don't think that meet has been officially set.

It's official I'll have my car back on Saturday. I may go to miller park on Sunday. I'll know for sure Friday afternoon.

hihi +1 in Madison

Welcome

2004 lightning yellow rx8

finally found this forum

welcome

All of you new members should go the map (http://www.communitywalk.com/racine/wi/wisconsin_member_locator/map/159826) and deposit your flag. It's a great way to see who is in the area!

Zoom, Zoom!

I live in waukesha, just picked up my rx8 last week monday. the mods will come, i just want to meet some fellow members around here and learn more about the 8

I live in waukesha, just picked up my rx8 last week monday. the mods will come, i just want to meet some fellow members around here and learn more about the 8

Welcome, and be carefull the mod bug is deadly :lol2:

Tell me about it...I satisfied myself this year with appearance mods...but next year I feel that I will be unable to resist the FI urge building in my blood.

anybody looking to sell their stock 18's before or after winter????

Welcome, and be carefull the mod bug is deadly :lol2:

what do you mean, i know im going to be careful when putting new parts on my car, i dont want anything to happen to my baby, ha

I'm pretty sure he means it's deadly to your wallet.

oh yea, i have seen that already in just looking up prices, but i make a lot for being only 18, so i will be good

I'm pretty sure he means it's deadly to your wallet.

Exactly.

oh yea, i have seen that already in just looking up prices, but i make a lot for being only 18, so i will be good

Now you need to come out to the track next season.

will do, where is it at? road america? cause i will be buying the suspension package from racing beat, so i will have premium handling

we should meet up guys:)

im down!

ha, this has been going on for a few months now, but seems like nobody wants to organize it.

dude i am totally down for meeting up with you guys. as i said earlier, i would like to learn as much about this car and the mods to put in it, plus i would like to meet some people in my area. i dont really know anyone in the waukesha or milwaukee area besides at work

will do, where is it at? road america? cause i will be buying the suspension package from racing beat, so i will have premium handling

Sticking with stock might be not be a bad idea until you actually get out there. :)

dude i am totally down for meeting up with you guys. as i said earlier, i would like to learn as much about this car and the mods to put in it, plus i would like to meet some people in my area. i dont really know anyone in the waukesha or milwaukee area besides at work

South sider here, the only thing is that most people have weird work schedules, like I can never be off on weekends mostly.

will do, where is it at? road america? cause i will be buying the suspension package from racing beat, so i will have premium handling

There are a few tracks we hit up. Just stay tuned for next season.

ok, i will remember that, but i only work weekdays, i dont know how soon you guys all want to meet up, but im good for pretty much any weekend

dude i am totally down for meeting up with you guys. as i said earlier, i would like to learn as much about this car and the mods to put in it, plus i would like to meet some people in my area. i dont really know anyone in the waukesha or milwaukee area besides at work

There is a meet the first Saturday of every month in Chicago.

where and what time?

where and what time?

The first page in the Chicago meets thread has the info.

The Madison club is having an autocross at Miller Part on the 21st (http://www.madisonsportscarclub.com/autocross/schedule/), how about making that a meet?

hells yea, im in. im only 15 mins away from there. perfect

I'll racing, so I'll see you there.

Who's racing and who's watching?

i will be watching, i have never been to one of these events so i just want to see how it goes. Im in the front license plateless silver stock 8, i will be watching for other 8's there

I'll be watching.

What time is it at? and on the madison sports car website it says its at blackhawk farms raceway, are you sure its at miller park?

It's event number 7. You must be reading the non-point event at the bottom of the list.

Here's the full schedule:
Registration 7:30 am to 9:00 am
Late Registration 9:00 am to 9:15 am ($10 Late Fee Applies)
Tech Inspection 7:30 am to 9:45 am
Walk the Track 8:30 am to 10:00 am
Mandatory Driver's Meeting 10:00 am
Rookie Practice 10:15 am to 10:45 am
Timed Runs 11:00 am

well i guess i will be getting there kind of early, is there admission for watching? whos all going?

It's just me and you. Devildog may be going too. If you're just watching, you probably don't have to be there too early. It's up to you.

If you're not watching, you don't have to pay. And I'm betting we'll be racing at one of those general parking lot in the back.

It's just me and you. Devildog may be going too. If you're just watching, you probably don't have to be there too early. It's up to you.

If you're not watching, you don't have to pay. And I'm betting we'll be racing at one of those general parking lot in the back.

true that, i have another 8 club member coming along with me, so it will be us 4. what color are your cars?

I'm thinking of dropping in as a spectator. What do you mean by---


If you're not watching, you don't have to pay.

Does that mean if you watch, you have to pay ???:Eyecrazy: :lol2: :Eyecrazy:

Where is the entrance for this event?

Zoom, Zoom!

awesome, glassetcher, do you know anybody in waukesha with a silver 8? cause i saw one today on 164 kind of by pdq. i waved at him/her, and i think they honked, but i want to see if it is anyone on here. More_revs should know where the entrance is, but i would assume it is the main entrance to miller park

awesome, glassetcher, do you know anybody in waukesha with a silver 8? cause i saw one today on 164 kind of by pdq. i waved at him/her, and i think they honked, but i want to see if it is anyone on here. More_revs should know where the entrance is, but i would assume it is the main entrance to miller park

Don't know any silver 8s nearby, but there is another vr 8 a block from me, and he is a member of the RXclubofWI too.

hmm, ok, i have only seen that silver 8 and then a black one on 94 going towards milwaukee

man, I can't type....you don't pay unless you play on Sunday, sonunds better? ;)

Mine is a Titanium Gray.

I ususally just take the exit off 94 east straight to Miller Park, and then go around the back. Just look for cones.

[QUOTE=More_Revs;2096949]man, I can't type....\
I know what you mean. After a couple Manhattans I can't tell my fingers from my toes either! Not that my fingers could type any better than my toes anyway!!!!!!! :Eyecrazy: :Eyecrazy: :Eyecrazy:
Zoom, Zoom!

hmm, ok, i have only seen that silver 8 and then a black one on 94 going towards milwaukee

I'm just north of you up in Pewaukee. Whenever the weather is nice I've got my Copper Red out. Keep your eyes pealed out on I-94.

The Madison club is having an autocross at Miller Part on the 21st (http://www.madisonsportscarclub.com/autocross/schedule/), how about making that a meet?


Shoot, I'd show up but I've got a 3rd Gen Eclipse rally on Sunday. Hope you guys have a blast. I'm definetly going to make an effort to make meets next year.

I'm just north of you up in Pewaukee. Whenever the weather is nice I've got my Copper Red out. Keep your eyes pealed out on I-94.

i definitly will, just be listening for honking!

Make no promises but will try to be at Miller Park. Been busy since back to school this year.

Blue 8

The man who run the show says this about the location:

"I think its called the Dodgers/Mets lot. Its the same lot all the Milwaukee clubs use. If you look on an overhead sat photo you can see which lot has all the tire marks."

So nobody get lost Sunday!

Turns out I had my weekends confused. I'll probably be able to make it on Sunday. Chetickerman, what time you planning on heading down there? We could hook up and drive down together;)

Turns out I had my weekends confused. I'll probably be able to make it on Sunday. Chetickerman, what time you planning on heading down there? We could hook up and drive down together;)

Well i will prolly be there both saturday and sunday seeing as i have nothing else to do but sit on here and read these forums, haha. But i dont care what time. 10, 11, any time is good for me, just let me know where to meet up, i will MAPQUEST it!

anyone who wants to meet up give me a call 920-285-3977

Will try to make it between 11 and noon on Sunday. See you there.

why is everyone going on sunday?

We're meeting there Sunday because there's an autocross at Miller Park?

yea, but what about today?

hey, i saw someone in a red 8 today around 4-5 pm on highway f in waukesha, i honked, but you didnt honk back, who was it? i will see you guys tomorrow at miller park, im bringing my woman too!

That was possibly me. I was in that area about that time. I totally missed you. Would have waved if i saw you. May see you at Miller Park today.

John

i knew it, i was like HEY, BEEP, BEEEEEEEP! i will see you there

for all of you that werent at miller park today, you missed out, the 8's kicked ass, including more revs

I guess I did ok. Got the Z on my last one, so we had a RX-8 1-2. It was mostly s2000 and Sti/Evo that got us on raw time. The car is certainly capable, I just needed more bravery :)

It was a great day, nice meeting you guys.

yea, eric did better, no offense, but he had the evos and sti's beat, the only ones he didnt beat were the v8 porche, the grey project car, and the vette. oh yea, the go cart too, that thing was badass, the best time all day. 59 sec

None taken. I can make all kind of excauses: he has wider/newer tires, lighter wheels, lighter car, blah blah...but let's just say he drives better. He's been beating me all year long, I only got him once.

i think the lighter wheels has a lot to account for him beating you, 1 pound of unsprung weight = 4 pounds, and those rims are only 17 pounds, so he took 80 pounds off his car, and he seems like he is a little more experienced

Yep...perfect day for a great event. The two 8's did a stellar job. It was great seeing them negotiating the course almost flawlessly, minimal body roll, all four tires firmly planted around each corner, and in basically stock trim! We had a brief discussion with the lone Nissan Z driver there and asked him if he had done any mods to his ride. After about the second paragraph of engine and suspension mods, my eyes glazed over! And somehow it seemed he was in the same class as the 2 stock 8s. And by the way, my informal timing put the 8s consistently even or 1-2 seconds FASTER than the Z-car!

Great day for the 8s! :ylsuper: :bluesuit: :ylsuper:

Zoom, Zoom!

it was pretty amazing, but i got sunburnt, i dont know how, but i did

oh yea, john, i also added my location to the map on the rx club map

I don't see you on the RXclubofwi map. Are you sure you got the right one? Here's the link. http://www.communitywalk.com/rxclubofwimembermap

John

yea, you just have to check the box where it says silver rx8 on the upper right hand and then you will see my pointer

Got it! I guess I haven't seen that happen before. Usually whenever anyone adds their info it automatically shows up on the map. Anyway, looks good now.
John

yup, i didnt see the guy that lives by you on the map though

I'm going over to the car show at the Hardees at the intersection of I-94 and Hwy 83. Some sharp cars usually show up. Would be nice to see multiple 8's there! Going over around 5:30.

Zoom, Zoom!

tonight?

Yes

ok, i will be there, im leaving right now

Any good place to eat in the area? I will be in Waukesha tomorrow night, but I won't be free until 8-8:30

chipotle is awesome, i dunno if you have been there before, there are a few other places, just dont know right now

Late response - great day on Sunday! Nice meeting you all gear heads. The 8s were looking sexy. I can learn so much more from you guys. Just decided I will put away my 8 for the cold this Thanksgiving. Oh yeah, my bf found out he cannot use the snow tires coz they are too wide in the back to clear on a bump. Guess now I gotta sell them. More info later.

Sorry I missed out on Sunday, it was a gorgeous day. I ended up having family matters to attend to however.

Hey John, do they have the meet over at the hardees in Delafield every wednesday? If so I'm going to have to make one yet before the weather turns sour.

The show is on Tuesday evening, but you have only one more chance this season. Next week is the last one.

be there, or be square

Here's the link to the pictures that were taken at Hardees last Tuesday evening. http://dknurr.com/hardees07/Welcome.html See the group of pictures at the bottom labeled October 23, 2007 to see pics of my and Chets 8s. :ylsuper: :wavey: :ylsuper:

Zoom, Zoom!

those are some good pictures

Oh man, that stinks. I'm out of town on business next week Tuesday. You guys have some nice 8's by the way;)

Who is Chet?

Just decided I will put away my 8 for the cold this Thanksgiving.

Come on now...drive it :)

Who is Chet?

me

Here they are:
also posted in classified.
RX8 Wheels and Winter Tires for Sale

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Rims:
BSA model 264 18" black used
manufacturer site - http://www.bsa.com.my/web/wheels/264.htm
Tires:
Bridgestone Blizzak Lm-25V 225/45 R18 95V winter
Used for one Winter, approx 5000 miles per previous owner
Highly rated by the Consumer Reports
See pictures:
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/w...linkid=li nk2
Note they are pictures of all 4 rims and tires.

Brand new price for all 4 rims and tires listed $1300. Asking for $800 OBO.
Willing to travel some for delivery. Call 262.331.0911 evenings for info.

This just in - driving my winter Escort zx2 sucks ass. What a piece of shit!

are we gonna do a meet sometime, or wait til spring?

Is it possible that someone could be looking for heavier rims for Winter driving? May be not common but who can say for sure. Some jerk on the classified thread was ripping on my weight question. How dare he pretending to be smarter when he is only arrogant.

he sees your post count and thinks your an idiot, you just have to prove him wrong

Is it possible that someone could be looking for heavier rims for Winter driving? May be not common but who can say for sure. Some jerk on the classified thread was ripping on my weight question. How dare he pretending to be smarter when he is only arrogant.

Well, there are lots of asshats here, myself included.

ike is an ass

^ Not really, he just like to poke fun at people.

true, everyone at the meet 2 weeks ago said he is cool in person

hey guys, no longer have the rx, too much mantianence and gas for the amount of power that I was getting (compared to my Z); you guys don't mind if I drop in with my Z during your meets do you?

i dont, as long as your not a snobby kid. i hate those

If we do meet, I'll have my 5-spd Mustang instead of the 8 because it is now stored for the season. The RX8 is about power of the rotary, and also handling, coolness factor and appreciation. Damn, I love my 8 and I miss it already.

count me in for the meet

Yeah if we have a winter meet I'll bring the 3G in its winter setup. RX8 has been put to bed until this spring.

Hi Everyone,

I just moved to madison. recently bought my 05 GT SS. I have been a member of the forum for about 8 months before I bought the car and finding out more info. I thought I will introduce myself and say hi to the fellow WI RX8 fans! :)

Welcome aboard ZoomZoom! Get some pics up so we can see your ride. Also, check out the RX Club of Wisconsin (http://www.rxclubofwi.org).

Zoom, Zoom!

Wow. I was just up in Banff, Canada and saw a red 8 sitting in front of a hotel. Very cool.

Hi Everyone,

I just moved to madison. recently bought my 05 GT SS. I have been a member of the forum for about 8 months before I bought the car and finding out more info. I thought I will introduce myself and say hi to the fellow WI RX8 fans! :)

Welcome, would you happen to live in Fitchburg or visit friends in Fitchburg?

Thanks for the welcome guys.

Devildog - yeah I do drive to fitchburg often to visit friends. I live on the west wide near the princeton club. I assume you must have seen me :)

2004 Rx8 6spd mt stock for now
milwaukee WI here any meeting coming up

Thanks for the welcome guys.

Devildog - yeah I do drive to fitchburg often to visit friends. I live on the west wide near the princeton club. I assume you must have seen me :)

Do they happen to live near the Great Dane?