Houston help each other out thread

I've been wanting to start this thread ever since I bought my RX-8.

I want to start a list of people who are willing to help others install mods.
Contribution of garage space, tools, knowledge, and simply time are things I'm looking for.

I'll start first. I'll update the first post so others can just PM us.

HeavyMetal699 - I can help out with hand tools(socket set, screwdrivers, allen wrenches), I have knowledge installing anything to do with suspension, axial flow short shifter, having taken a large chunk of the interior out of my car(useful for car audio or rattle hunt), and can help out on most weekends. I don't have garage space.

monstermatt - I recently got my 8 so I don't have specific knowledge of the 8 but can contribute knowledge of general automotive, electrical, painting, and welding/fabrication. I also have hand tools and some power tools, but garage space is limited. In the Clear Lake area.

Sifu - I have a couple of hand tools. I can help out with exhaust installs, short shifters, HID fogs, intake, and springs/shocks. I can do most weekends/certain weekdays.

Aaron(Local Mechanic/Rotarhead) - Has a shop that does custom fab work and painting, has extensive knowledge on RX-7's and installing custom turbo kits. He tracks his car and probably one of the best places to get an alignment. He's quite meticulous on the alignment so expect it to take a couple of hours. Also does a great job at explaining what he's doing and how it effects YOU.

If you have any suggestions let me know. I wrote this at work while working so its not very concise.

This is a great idea! Hope people use it.

So should we post that we can help, or PM you so you can update the initial post? Because this is a great idea and I'd love to help out. Also, you've been PM'ed (just to cover my bases).

Updated first post. For those who PM'd me, sorry it took so long. I spent the weekend setting up my car.

Just wondering if any one knows
about camber wear I need a camber
kit or some thing or any ideas how to
fix the waisting of my tires. If any help
I fix wreck cars and paint I'm located in Houston
I-10 & beltway 8 east.

Are you slammed to the ground?

If you don't autocross or track there is probably no need for more than -1.0 degrees of camber. Castor might even serve you better on the street.

Unless you are severely dropped you should be able to easily get less than that.

Just wondering if any one knows
about camber wear I need a camber
kit or some thing or any ideas how to
fix the waisting of my tires. If any help
I fix wreck cars and paint I'm located in Houston
I-10 & beltway 8 east.

This might be dumb but did you ever get an alignment after dropping your car?

I was thinking the same thing. Either he's slammed so low he can't dial all the negative camber out, his alignment guys sucks, or he just never got one and committed a $800 mistake(bye bye tires).

Aaron did my alignment so if you need his number PM me. I'll gladly give it to you. This guy does an awesome job. He followed up with me multiple times just to make sure I was 100% satisfied.

really? who/where is this guy and what does he charge? Ive been going to SW Alignment for mine. Im due for one since one of my front koni's has a leak and im going to have to replace it..... and..... uninstall the rear to adjust the rebound haha.

thankyou all yeah whats the #
if the guy I need something done
quick.

I'll PM his number to both of you later today when I get home from work. I have it written down.

I'm not sure how much he is going to charge this time around, but for me it was well worth it.

SW alignment is hit and miss. I heard a few good stories and a few bad ones. They are one of the only shops in Houston that will do an alignment for racing though.


Also he might be out at HPA with his black RX-7.

hey all,

Since there isn't a Houston thread, I thought I'd post here:

My name is Thanh and I'm interested in getting an rx-8, i've test-driven one and I am very pleased with the experience.

Of course like any enthusiast, I did my homework and I'm very scared of reliability and the flooding/tranny issues.

questions:

1.) i'm trying to be prepared in case i have to take the car into a dealership. I've read only bad things about how Jeff Hass Mazda treats their warranties (basically not good).... should this be a factor when I do have to take in my rx8?

2.) any other good dealerships who 100% honor the rx8's warranty?

note: i'm not afraid of doing work myself; in fact, i look forward to knowing more about the rotary engine. so, whether it's changing plugs/coils/oil on 5k basis, thats fine, adding more oil per fuel fill up, etc. that's fine for me.

Thanks all, looking forward to replies to help me feel better about getting a rx8.

-Thanh

I would suggest calling multiple dealerships to get the best price.

I'm not sure of the best dealership in Houston, I bought mine through Munday Mazda. They try real hard, but don't fix the problem.

Anyway, its not like the car is instantly going to blow up. And if something does happen you can take it to any dealer you want.

hah, yeah i know the car won't insta-blow up but this warranty business is a consideration for me.

i've found the rx8 i want through private party - stay tuned guys!

hmm... we've had a couple install parties at my house.. changing out my brakes sometime this week and also replacing old couplers.. i'll ask the wife if i can start a install party before the autocross

My Dad is coming into town this weekend so I won't be able to make it. I do have the updated Mazmart water pump I'm itching to install though.

Also I want to pull off my catalytic converter and take a look at it. My exhaust note has changed recently and I think my catalytic converter might be dead.

holy crap....


legendK:

i'm browsing through the velocity red's and i saw the only car i would mimic. It happened to be you! hah! dang it!

i'm trying to say; you have good taste and that your car looks good.

hmm... we've had a couple install parties at my house.. changing out my brakes sometime this week and also replacing old couplers.. i'll ask the wife if i can start a install party before the autocross

Let's do a water pump install. :)

It looks easy to install. I took a look at the workshop manual.

This weekend is overwhelmingly booked for me. Only reason I'm autocrossing is because I'm dragging my Dad along too!

Speaking of which, whoever is going to autocross sign up NOW. I would not be surprised if tonight is your last chance to go.

It looks easy to install. I took a look at the workshop manual.

This weekend is overwhelmingly booked for me. Only reason I'm autocrossing is because I'm dragging my Dad along too!

Speaking of which, whoever is going to autocross sign up NOW. I would not be surprised if tonight is your last chance to go.

Too late...it's all booked up (autocross). I checked around 1:30'ish today. Whenever you want to do the install of the waterpump...I'm down!

I'm trying to decide what type of antifreeze to use. The stock stuff and some redline water wetter or perhaps something more exotic or something super cheap.

I might hit up the dealer and see how much they want to rape me for the stock stuff.

BTW, you can get water wetter at O'Reilly's.

Let me know when you guys have an install day. Im needing to do some maintenance type work on my car as well!

damn, so i couldnt pull the trigger on the rx8 i wanted: it wasn't as good condition as stated.

i'm talking to another rx8 in dallas now...

What does this coming weekend look like for everyone? I think after that everyone might start getting busy with holiday stuff.

damn, so i couldnt pull the trigger on the rx8 i wanted: it wasn't as good condition as stated.

i'm talking to another rx8 in dallas now...

Have you tried the RX-8's for sale in the forum? Every now and then someone who takes really good care of their car will decide to buy something more luxerious.


What does this coming weekend look like for everyone? I think after that everyone might start getting busy with holiday stuff.

For the most part I'm open.

What does this coming weekend look like for everyone? I think after that everyone might start getting busy with holiday stuff.

I can do this weekend too.

Anyone changed their brakes and rotors before? I need to do it soon. Might be out of subject but if anyone wants to meet up, I am meeting up a few car buddies of mine @ I-10's Dave and Buster's this Friday. We will be in the parkin g lot 6:30 and then we will probably eat and etc.

I have not, but I believe you need a special tool for reinstallation.

Maybe check out the workshop manual and see what it says?

Anyone changed their brakes and rotors before? I need to do it soon. Might be out of subject but if anyone wants to meet up, I am meeting up a few car buddies of mine @ I-10's Dave and Buster's this Friday. We will be in the parkin g lot 6:30 and then we will probably eat and etc.

I have and I got the tools.

I might swing by. I have tons of hand tools but not the caliper piston tool thingy.

Saturday is now open for me, but Sunday is officially closed.

anyone want to make an official date?

Make an official date and location. Im down for an rx8 tune day!!

I'm down for one also!

It could be like an end of the year meet before everyone gets busy.

update, lets get this going guys!!

count me in

Thanksgiving holidays is starting for wednesday for some of us.

I would jump on this but I need to go to the dealer for a catalytic converter inspection and new spark plugs.

My spark plugs are so bad I can hear them. It sounds like a gurgling noise coming from the center console area if anyone is wondering.

Edit: I might come out if I'm not working/packing/out of town.

I'm down and early morning on weekends are the best for me.

Sorry to bother you guys but:

I GOT A RX8! I'M PRETTY HAPPY WITH THE RESULT!

pics coming sometime soon. no mods planned, i like it the way she sits and im broke.
i've gotta do more homework on the pre-mix'ing of fuel and such...

http://park-place-auto-group.ebizautos.com/webdetail.aspx?iid=3559073

they even offered a 4 year/ 40k warranty for $1370.

Congrats inTEGrate89!

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone :)

hi ya'll ... plz help me with some parts i need for my rx8, pm me for parts you have for sale/part out... thank you so very very much guys...

oh sorry, i'm looking for non HID headlights and fenders, maybe front lip... thank you guys

newb question:

whenever using the a/c or heater; do you guys hear the fan?

Turned up to 3 or 4 yes. 1 or 2 its pretty quiet.

I usually keep mine at 2-3.

being as how I'm still a Honda guy @ heart, i plan to make a visit to this Houston BBQ on the 14th:

http://www.houston-imports.com/forums/showthread.php?t=494157

anyone plan to come and rep 8's?

being as how I'm still a Honda guy @ heart, i plan to make a visit to this Houston BBQ on the 14th:

http://www.houston-imports.com/forums/showthread.php?t=494157

anyone plan to come and rep 8's?

I went last year and I plan to attend it again. Great food/cars/people.

I also meet 2 rx8 owners there last time. :)

can i still sign up for the bbq? i just found this thread and would really like to meet rx8 owners cuz i havnt seen many around katy

can i still sign up for the bbq? i just found this thread and would really like to meet rx8 owners cuz i havnt seen many around katy

I stay out in Katy. What area are you staying at?

You don't sign in here, but most of the people just show up and donate. You could go on to the H-I thread and post that you are coming to the meet. Then they could see how many people are coming, and how much food to buy. Here is the info on the BBQ meet.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v421/aznguy4u/BBQMEETV2FLYER.jpg

I'm going to be there.....

i am mostly around the cinco ranch area because i go to Seven lakes high school how bout you?

man, i guess it doesnt really pertain to you guys since u guys havent met me yet but i'm in OKlahoma for a family emergency, so no Dec 14 picnic. DAMMIT.

Sucks i wont be able to meet other rx8 owners... i just got the car and im curious to learn about my rotary demon.

I'm going to be there.....

See you there!

i am mostly around the cinco ranch area because i go to Seven lakes high school how bout you?

I am down by Fry road near Mayde Creek and Morton Ranch.

man, i guess it doesnt really pertain to you guys since u guys havent met me yet but i'm in OKlahoma for a family emergency, so no Dec 14 picnic. DAMMIT.

Sucks i wont be able to meet other rx8 owners... i just got the car and im curious to learn about my rotary demon.

I hope everything goes well with your situation. I am pretty sure a Houston meet thread will be made soon after the new year.

srry guys couldnt make it in the last minute they asked me to worked longer so i couldnt go..... but we should deff. meet up some where cuz im digging the idea of a bunch of rx8's chilln

http://www.houston-imports.com/forums/showthread.php?t=500614

pics of the meetup... damn, i see one rx8! sorry i missed it... i miss the import scene!

http://danhphan.smugmug.com/photos/436729040_t52oK-XL.jpg


my 8 didn't get to meet up...

http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff151/antquach/rx8/DSC_7835.jpg

Good meet another one coming
on jan 10 look on h-i for the info.
Thanks for the pic.

Custom paint job on the RX-8?

It looks like a satin dark gray. It really makes the car flow, I like it.


Not a fan of the gas tank or the yellow fogs.



I would of come out myself but I had a cowboys game to go to.

Good meet another one coming
on jan 10 look on h-i for the info.
Thanks for the pic.

It was nice meeting you O-M-D

Hero was supposed to show up :spank:

The meet was pretty good. Good food/people/cars.

Here are another two photos from the meet of 8's. Hopefully we could get a better turnout of 8's at another meet.

http://danhphan.smugmug.com/photos/436732492_3gSKY-X2.jpg

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c8/luke91139/bbq%20meet%2012-14-08/DSC_0016.jpg

OMD....nice flat color. is that finish a big sticker?

Good meet another one coming
on jan 10 look on h-i for the info.
Thanks for the pic.


deff. going to this one no matter what!

oh by the way anyone know were i can get a burnout kit thats not too expensive?

Hero was supposed to show up :spank:



SORRY!!!!!!!

haha, are u going to the one on the 10th?

its my daily car
Sifu nice meeting you thanks for the pic
cool guy
And its a flat black paint inside & out its use
to look like sifu's car silver.
hopefully well see more rx8 cars in the next meet
O-M-D...

Everyone has their own style and I wasn't dogging yours. I think the prius is kind of a neat car but I'm sure most on this forum doesn't share that opinion.

I do like your paint job. I would love to see it in person actually.

I go to most of the meets but with the holidays around the corner I am swamped both at and away from work. Also I got a hot new girlfriend that I'm trying to spend time with as well.

Hopefully we can get a RX-8 meet going sometime in January.

thanks man is cuz every time
someone says bad stuff about
other peoples cars and its not
right or they get it the wrong way
too. But hopefully u can organize
a meet u started this tread so u can do it
and maybe ur girl has a sister for me.

SORRY!!!!!!!

haha, are u going to the one on the 10th?

Probably not. I already have plans :(

How is everything going with the spacers?

BTW...we still have to talk about the suspension setups ;)

Probably not. I already have plans :(

How is everything going with the spacers?

BTW...we still have to talk about the suspension setups ;)

PMed ya

Dude dont talk about suspension setups with Hero, hes gonna get you killed!!!!!!!!!!! jk

I kEEEEEEEL YOU!!

so when's the next local meet!!?!?!?!

When you decide to put one together =D

When is everyone available?

Anytime since schools out atm

anyone down for this Friday at D&B again?

hit me up

Start a new thread for a meet, most people won't think to look here.

I should be able to go Friday. Gives me a good reason to wash my car.

Hear that Will?? MAKE A NEW THREAD NOWZZZZZZZZ!!

and Chad wash my car too kthnx

were is D&B and at wat time....?

Here is all the information you need about the meet http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=163502

anyone else going to the meet at Baytown Race park on jan. 18?

anyone want a dollar and has a CanBus protocol (to scan my CEL)?

=)

n/m, my gas cap wasn't on all the way... I LOVE YOU RX8. next thing you know rx8 will tell me my fly is unzipped.

so whens the next meet? i read on the rx7 site that :

Beer, Babes and Bullets Run is on Jan 31st. I like beers and babes... but im not a member of that site.

more details?

anyone want a dollar and has a CanBus protocol (to scan my CEL)?

=)

n/m, my gas cap wasn't on all the way... I LOVE YOU RX8. next thing you know rx8 will tell me my fly is unzipped.

Glad to hear it wasn't a big deal! LOL about the zipper
You can always host a meet btw ;p

so whens the next meet? i read on the rx7 site that :

Beer, Babes and Bullets Run is on Jan 31st. I like beers and babes... but im not a member of that site.

more details?

idk but u should host a meet =)

dayang, looks like i got double countered. with that being said:



Thanh's Official "hey I got a rx-8, Welcome Me!" Night!

When: January 29, 2009 - thursday @ dave and buster's (off of I-10)

Time: 7:30

Why: So you can get to know the guy who will be bothering you with newb questions, such as, "how many pistons do i have?" and "zomg, so DO YOU HAVE NOS?"

so, you guys that replied, open on thursday? this should be an informal meet, mainly i want to see/feel/know:

1.) dropped rx-8's ride
2.) see what kinds of performance mods you guys have
3.) your thoughts on my AC fan topic:

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=2823361&postcount=3

4.) introduce myself to the community

thoughts? will make a thread if i get TWO positive comments.


-TH

im sitting out missing all the action. Bummer:squint:

dayang, looks like i got double countered. with that being said:



Thanh's Official "hey I got a rx-8, Welcome Me!" Night!

When: January 29, 2009 - thursday @ dave and buster's (off of I-10)
Why: So you can get to know the guy who will be bothering you with newb questions, such as, "how many pistons do i have?" and "zomg, so DO YOU HAVE NOS?"

so, you guys that replied, open on thursday? this should be an informal meet, mainly i want to see/feel/know:

1.) dropped rx-8's ride
2.) see what kinds of performance mods you guys have
3.) your thoughts on my AC fan topic:

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=2823361&postcount=3

4.) introduce myself to the community

thoughts? will make a thread if i get TWO positive comments.


-TH

I'd love to make it out there on thursday, but what time were you planning on doing it? I coach and we have practice, so I wouldn't be able to make it out there if it were very early.

I'll probably go but will be a little late since I get off work at 7 like usual

let's shoot for 7:30?

This weekend being superbowl sunday and an autocross weekend I don't think I can make it.

One of these days I hope to have an install party. My set of BHR coils should (maybe) get here Monday. On top of that I have a new fender to put on and a mazmart water pump.

I also have a few odd noises I need to troubleshoot. First weekend I have a chance I'm going to pull the catalytic converter off my car. It might be dying on me.

Edit: Did you get a price quote from Mazmart about the A/C fan? Ask for a used one. It might be really cheap!

i always wanted to come to those meets. but it seems like its always on a weekday. and me living in beaumont and getting off at 5-530, i can never make it . maybe one day ill finally get to meet you guys .

From the last 2 meets there are a lot of people who are dying for an install party on the weekend. I'm sure we'll have one eventually.

Everytime I try to do something the weather sucks or I get tied up doing something else. Also I live in an apartment so I can't have an install party at my place.

heavy,

man, living at an apt sucks, i feel ya. I hope to be in a townhouse/house in a year so until then...

also, i haven't checked with Mazmart but i've never been in another rx8 so i might just be that paranoid.

- you coming out thurs night?

would love to come but i have practice would deff go to a intall party on the weekend

tuba practice? lewl

I would like to come out also but I am going to be stuck at school :(

DIY day sounds good...my BHR coils and spark plugs are coming in and I got other little things to take care of.

Unfortunately my garage isn't available. But I do know a couple of friends who might want to host a DIY day.

I might be able to make it.. just might be a bit late.. i get off at 7 also

I might come out, no promises though. I've been super busy lately. My car hasn't been washed in 2 months!

I'd love to make it out there on thursday, but what time were you planning on doing it? I coach and we have practice, so I wouldn't be able to make it out there if it were very early.

i see you post on TXMMA... you know theres a tourney on Feb 21st right ( BJJ).... u entering that?

-thanh
__________________________________________________ ______________________________




Everyone seems a bit hesitant and i understand everyone got priorities and it was short notice... BUT!!!!

i'm still going to make it out from 7:30 - 8:00. If i shake at least one hand, it'd be worth it. I plan on taking care of my 8 for awhile so; it'd be worth it to get involved with the houston community.

the thread:

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?p=2839329#post2839329

i see you post on TXMMA... you know theres a tourney on Feb 21st right ( BJJ).... u entering that?

-thanh


Where's this at, I haven't heard about it. Are you going to be at the BVMMA tourney (no-gi) on the 7th?

http://www.fight-like-an-animal.com/

7th is too soon for an old/out of shape ass for me. hah

Edit: damn, this looks good but college station is a bit far, yes?

Well these are pics from the last minute install meet to make Legendkurado feel better...haha. :)

Sorry Monkiboi69...didn't have time to get in your pics...didn't see the camera that my GF left in the car until later on during the day :banghead:

The piece of wood is stuck under there really good. lol.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff140/Sifutoe/IMG_1602.jpg

First stages...

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff140/Sifutoe/IMG_1604.jpg

Legend doing work on one side and Hero installing on the other side.

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff140/Sifutoe/IMG_1605.jpg

Love the garage floor ;)

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff140/Sifutoe/IMG_1606.jpg

Wait, you got new garage tiles?

nvm they look different for some reason

i can lend a helping hand and i know quite a bit of knowledge relating to the 8/ general car knowledge. and houston shops.

i also say we get together soon and get a group wax going!

Anybody up for a meet next tuesday??!?!?!

LK,

im out until forever. will hit you guys up in May. happy modding

Wow where you going Integrate? May is awhile lol

max,

hah, thanks for the concern. see? i told you this is why i dont know anyone in my freakin city. Work, man.

you happy with redline in your tranny and diff? what's new with you?
i'm going to swap my fluids out whenever i get back.


to the MMA guy,

did you happen to make it out to the tourney?

I got an agency dual resonated midpipe installed last week =)

I didn't make it out the tourney, but 4 oz. has one going off on the 14th I'm going to be at as well as I'm fighting in the Lonestar Beatdown on the 28th in the Arena Theater. Everyone is invited!

So I got some eyelids.
Now who can paint them for me?
copper red.
Seems a shame to buy a whole gallon of paint just for 2 small eyelids
Maybe put them on unpainte? black? naw would not look too good or mayb?
tia

can we get a meet soon?

i need to check out exhaust sounds!

I vote next meet up be with the houston rx club...


Next meet up:

April 14th - Freebirds Burritos. Dinner is at 7pm, but you are welcome to gather in the parking lot as early as 6pm.

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/



any objections? also, HOWS EVERYONE DOING? EVERYONE'S RX8 RUNNING GOOD? LET'S GET SOME NOISE POSTED!


me: i'm doing fine, busy with work, i'm playing with the idea of purchasing ...

ings+1 wing
http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/8313/img0054ss2.jpg

volk racing SF-challenge rims
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=119467&d=1209098552



i like the looks of these WB's. However, with times the way they are... this isn't a smart way to spend my bonus money....

I vote next meet up be with the houston rx club...


Next meet up:

April 14th - Freebirds Burritos. Dinner is at 7pm, but you are welcome to gather in the parking lot as early as 6pm.

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/



any objections? also, HOWS EVERYONE DOING? EVERYONE'S RX8 RUNNING GOOD? LET'S GET SOME NOISE POSTED!


me: i'm doing fine, busy with work, i'm playing with the idea of purchasing ...

ings+1 wing
http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/8313/img0054ss2.jpg

volk racing SF-challenge rims
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=119467&d=1209098552



i like the looks of these WB's. However, with times the way they are... this isn't a smart way to spend my bonus money....

yeah i'm gonna try to go to that, i need to here exhaust's.

good wing and wheel choices

I vote next meet up be with the houston rx club...


Next meet up:

April 14th - Freebirds Burritos. Dinner is at 7pm, but you are welcome to gather in the parking lot as early as 6pm.

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/



any objections? also, HOWS EVERYONE DOING? EVERYONE'S RX8 RUNNING GOOD? LET'S GET SOME NOISE POSTED!


me: i'm doing fine, busy with work, i'm playing with the idea of purchasing ...

ings+1 wing
http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/8313/img0054ss2.jpg

volk racing SF-challenge rims
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=119467&d=1209098552



i like the looks of these WB's. However, with times the way they are... this isn't a smart way to spend my bonus money....

I have that wing on my 8 if you want to see what it looks like in person ever. I got it from Japan for a ton of money :( But it looks great and I am glad I went for it.

I do need a new front bumper and front passenger side fog light though. My brother dropped a weight on the bumper, but I do not know how the fog light shattered.

I will be living in downtown Houston this summer and look forward to meets + installs!

So I got some eyelids.
Now who can paint them for me?
copper red.
Seems a shame to buy a whole gallon of paint just for 2 small eyelids
Maybe put them on unpainte? black? naw would not look too good or mayb?
tia

I had Apollo Paint do mine for me and I think they may have charged me like $40 or so. They are located around 59 and Bellaire/Fondren.

I had Apollo Paint do mine for me and I think they may have charged me like $40 or so. They are located around 59 and Bellaire/Fondren.

we could even get a group paint job for cheap. i need a few things painted.

I vote next meet up be with the houston rx club...


Next meet up:

April 14th - Freebirds Burritos. Dinner is at 7pm, but you are welcome to gather in the parking lot as early as 6pm.

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/



any objections? also, HOWS EVERYONE DOING? EVERYONE'S RX8 RUNNING GOOD? LET'S GET SOME NOISE POSTED!


me: i'm doing fine, busy with work, i'm playing with the idea of purchasing ...

ings+1 wing
http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/8313/img0054ss2.jpg

volk racing SF-challenge rims
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=119467&d=1209098552



i like the looks of these WB's. However, with times the way they are... this isn't a smart way to spend my bonus money....


Count me in!!! I also want to listen to some exhausts

hello just saying hi, im also from houston area :)

I'm pretty sure I'm free on the 14th, but which Freebirds are we meeting at? I think I missed that part. Anyway, I look forward to meeting all of you.

I will be living in downtown Houston this summer and look forward to meets + installs!

lemme guess, intern for an energy company?

hah, i was the same. yeah, this is a good way to get to know the city as well as meet some cool kids with the same interest.

Houston's a scary place, lemme know how the transition comes along.


**spotted** Black rx8, gold tip exhaust, ings +1 wing. i was in my teg and it was looking good! :smoker:

I'm pretty sure I'm free on the 14th, but which Freebirds are we meeting at? I think I missed that part. Anyway, I look forward to meeting all of you.

The one at 59 and Shepherd/Greenbriar is where we always meet. I know there are more locations in College Station but where is the other location in Houston I don't think there is another here is there?

There are 3 locations: Shepard Plaza, Willowbrook, and Bay Area. I know my freebirds :)

There are 3 locations: Shepard Plaza, Willowbrook, and Bay Area. I know my freebirds :)

Haha, that is good to know, but yeah it has always been the one closest to the city ;)

Hi everyone from SE houston and new to the site. would like to meet up with other owners also and get other peoples opinions and advice on things. by the way Apollo p/b is not all that great but you get what you pay for i guess.

There are 3 locations: Shepard Plaza, Willowbrook, and Bay Area. I know my freebirds :)


They just opened one up near memorial city.

new one near memorial city mall, and i'll come out on the 14th if i remember XD

i NEED to hear exhausts, who all has an aftermarket? and what brand, i just want a preview :)

new one near memorial city mall, and i'll come out on the 14th if i remember XD

i NEED to hear exhausts, who all has an aftermarket? and what brand, i just want a preview :)

Racing Beat exhaust on mine. I love it!!!!!

lemme guess, intern for an energy company?

hah, i was the same. yeah, this is a good way to get to know the city as well as meet some cool kids with the same interest.

Houston's a scary place, lemme know how the transition comes along.


**spotted** Black rx8, gold tip exhaust, ings +1 wing. i was in my teg and it was looking good! :smoker:

Nope, but I did work at Fluor in Sugar Land for a couple of years before I started law school.

I will be interning at two big law firms downtown, Bracewell Giuliani and Vinson Elkins. I am from the area (Missouri City) originally, so I generally am familiar with the downtown area but I'll get much more acquainted with it this summer. Look forward to being back home for the summer (as far away from law school as possible) and slapping some new parts on my 8!

Stephen

Nope, but I did work at Fluor in Sugar Land for a couple of years before I started law school.

I will be interning at two big law firms downtown, Bracewell Giuliani and Vinson Elkins. I am from the area (Missouri City) originally, so I generally am familiar with the downtown area but I'll get much more acquainted with it this summer. Look forward to being back home for the summer (as far away from law school as possible) and slapping some new parts on my 8!

Stephen

I am in DEER PARK (SOUTHEAST of HOUSTON) and have a little car room. I even have a mechanic that can help with electrical troubles......

just did oil change and new wheels and tires. i can hep with any of that.

running synthetics by the way...its great.

Hey guys im i recently got a rx8 and im failry new to the houston import scene. Ive seen O-M-D around a bit around my gfs neighborhood. I dont have much to offer on the car knowledge but if it comes to computers i can help. Ill try to make the meet on the 14th, i recently got a new engine placed in and now im having the p2004 cel. T_T im going to go to the stealership and get the part fixed.

Hey guys im i recently got a rx8 and im failry new to the houston import scene. Ive seen O-M-D around a bit around my gfs neighborhood. I dont have much to offer on the car knowledge but if it comes to computers i can help. Ill try to make the meet on the 14th, i recently got a new engine placed in and now im having the p2004 cel. T_T im going to go to the stealership and get the part fixed.


ooo computers?

i'm trying to save up money to rig a touch screen through navigation flip up (which i'll have to install)

Count me in for the next meet !!
I paint cars parts rims ect. Let me
know I have a shop behind my house
You can check shiftslow.com for all my info.
I only use PPG or Dupont materials they are the
two top brands.

Dang it, all the meets are always when I have class! I'm down to go early though. If anyone needs help, I'm still learning about how to work on the 8 but I'm pretty decent with general mechanic/car knowledge(dad has a shop in SA) Also selling my 06 Mazdaspeed6 if anyones looking for a quick/sporty sedan, its been to a couple of the RX club meets so some of yall may have seen it before,$15,995 lol
Steve

hey anthony,



I've been researching (off and on) the PREMIX thread for weeks and i'm still confused on what i want to use. I've come to your conclusion as well:

"mmo or idemitsu and fp+ as a mix. "


all that's left is ordering... you have links to the products i want? thanks man!

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=2951935&postcount=1685

I just did my 1st oil change... me no likey the position of the oil filter but its better than reaching from under the car (like on tegs)

imma switch to synthetic + premix in 3000 miles.

all in all it was a fun hour... i cant wait to own a garage so i dont have to sneak to the back of my apt to work on my cars.

ooo computers?

i'm trying to save up money to rig a touch screen through navigation flip up (which i'll have to install)

Lol i meant like desktop and laptop computers. Anyone know of shops in houston that know how to do work on rotary engine that arent dealerships.

I just did my 1st oil change... me no likey the position of the oil filter but its better than reaching from under the car (like on tegs)

imma switch to synthetic + premix in 3000 miles.

all in all it was a fun hour... i cant wait to own a garage so i dont have to sneak to the back of my apt to work on my cars.

yeah synthetic is runnng all good for me.

full protection: fp+ and idemitsu. thats 1 dedicated cleaner, with a bit of lube, and 1 dedicated lube with a bit of cleaner.

MMO is a all in 1, jack of all trades, master of none, and happens to be the cheapest. i went this route, and put in 8-10 oz. per fill up.

not as effective as using a 2 stroke and cleaner, i can tell the difference, but its better than nothing.

oh, and i have cleaner tips, been 2 weeks since i've had to clean em.

Count me in for the next meet !!
I paint cars parts rims ect. Let me
know I have a shop behind my house
You can check shiftslow.com for all my info.
I only use PPG or Dupont materials they are the
two top brands.

oh wow that's really cool!
that would be great to have in our community!

was wondering, i'm debadging...would u guys fill in holes and paint?

and center caps too?

I don't have much mechanical experience with cars, but this is definitely a good idea for all the locals. I might even need some help in the future to install a lip kit.

Yes I can do that i have done it to many different
cars. On my rx8 I did that I even shaved
the third brake light on the trunk just hit me up if
ya have any ? My info is in www.shiftslow.com
under OMD .

** ATTENTION ** IF YOU WANT TO MEET UP ON THE 14TH. (tomorrow/tuesday)


6 PM @ freebirds:
http://maps.google.com/maps?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=s&hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=freebirds+houston&fb=1&split=1&gl=us&cid=0,0,10675298468351558920&ei=RrvjSbqzIZq6sgP57aWnCQ&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/

I'll be there, although I have to kill 2 hours after work but I wanna see some darn rotaries!
Hopefully I'll see some 8 love.


-Thanh in the blue rx8

** ATTENTION ** IF YOU WANT TO MEET UP ON THE 14TH. (tomorrow/tuesday)


6 PM @ freebirds:
http://maps.google.com/maps?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=s&hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=freebirds+houston&fb=1&split=1&gl=us&cid=0,0,10675298468351558920&ei=RrvjSbqzIZq6sgP57aWnCQ&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/

I'll be there, although I have to kill 2 hours after work but I wanna see some darn rotaries!
Hopefully I'll see some 8 love.


-Thanh in the blue rx8

...you HAVE TO BE KIDDING ME! i WORK TOMORROW 4-9 WHAT THE F**K NO FAIR. i really wanted to goooooo :( :( :(

Count me in for the next meet !!
I paint cars parts rims ect. Let me
know I have a shop behind my house
You can check shiftslow.com for all my info.
I only use PPG or Dupont materials they are the
two top brands.

My front bumper needs some attention would you mind looking at it?

yeah!I'll look at it if you make it
to the meet today if not hit me up
so we can agree on date & time to
look at it.

Love the paintjob OMD, I look forward to seeing it this summer.

perhaps I can make it to the next meet. How often are they held?

yeah!I'll look at it if you make it
to the meet today if not hit me up
so we can agree on date & time to
look at it.

oh wow....killer paint job indeed. post big pics please! and i can't wait to see this in person! i wanted to be one of the slightly more noticeable rx8's but your's is ahead of mine on that list.

Can't wait to see the pics from the meet, GREAT turnout, a TON of nice FD's and several 8's there. Good to meet you guys in the 8's(George and Thanh) and several of the 7 guys. OMD meant to come say wsup, thanks for the semi quote lol on the painting of the side skirts, i'll hit you up if I decide to get em, NICE car btw, I usually am not a fan of flat black but man, that looked sharp!
Steve

Can't wait to see the pics from the meet, GREAT turnout, a TON of nice FD's and several 8's there. Good to meet you guys in the 8's(George and Thanh) and several of the 7 guys. OMD meant to come say wsup, thanks for the semi quote lol on the painting of the side skirts, i'll hit you up if I decide to get em, NICE car btw, I usually am not a fan of flat black but man, that looked sharp!
Steve

...jealous...

I need some synchro work done on my transmission, anyone know a shop that charges a decent price to get a synchro replaced?

yo!

this is thanh with the blue 8. I'm diggin the 8 representation at the rotary meet... let's keep it up!


jorge: dang, you're one lucky kid to have an 8. lemme know when you find that exhaust of your dreams
steve: nice to find another old guy to share my thoughts with.
OMD: so thats you in the flat black 8? looks good man, you pull it off well with the sub-zero rims.
jose (i think?): with the yellow 8. damn, i hope you get your tranny fixed, what was wrong with it again? i asked if it was slipping but i forgot if you confirmed it.


i can't make the next coming meet b/c of work but I'm glad Houston has this club... i can tell its a pretty darn good group of guys who know them rotaries.

-TH

I had that problem in 5th....both ways....I went to a couple of dealerships & MAZDA before I finally got someone to ride and listen......WHAT YEAR IS YOURS??

I had that problem in 5th....both ways....I went to a couple of dealerships & MAZDA before I finally got someone to ride and listen......WHAT YEAR IS YOURS??

Mine is 04, im pretty sure its out of warranty.

Can't wait to see the pics from the meet, GREAT turnout, a TON of nice FD's and several 8's there. Good to meet you guys in the 8's(George and Thanh) and several of the 7 guys. OMD meant to come say wsup, thanks for the semi quote lol on the painting of the side skirts, i'll hit you up if I decide to get em, NICE car btw, I usually am not a fan of flat black but man, that looked sharp!
Steve

nice to meet some of the 8 owners around houston, it was a good turn out and we should do this more often.... and yeah that flat black 8 looked real clean, thanx Steve and Thanh it was a pleasure meeting u guys

hey OMD i texted you about the shop, you said near channel view right?

Yes it is on northshore that's what is called
hit me up for better directions when ever
ya are ready.

Recently picked up an '07 RX-8, and just wanted to say hello to the rest of the Houston area folks. I live out in the Sugar Land area, and would be willing to help out with mod installs and other DIY work (as my limited time permits).

I'd love to meet some of you guys the next time you all get together.


-Dan

It was a great turnout for the meet. It was nice meeting other RX-8 owners. It's been a while since I have been to this meets. inTEGrate89, nothing is wrong with my tranny. I just have to replace it if I get the greedy turbo kit. I'm looking forward to the next meet!

oh yeah, lewl.

i hear what i wanna hear, my bad.

Hey guys.. just wanted to apologize that I haven't been on the forum lately.. i wrecked my 8 aobut a month ago.. and there was significant damage to it.. i was going to trade it in to buy a beemer but I just couldn't let the car go... so it's coming back soon ;p i hope to see old faces and new!!

Hey guys.. just wanted to apologize that I haven't been on the forum lately.. i wrecked my 8 aobut a month ago.. and there was significant damage to it.. i was going to trade it in to buy a beemer but I just couldn't let the car go... so it's coming back soon ;p i hope to see old faces and new!!

Woot woot! Glad you are going to keep her. You mad me sad last time when you said you were going to trade her in haha.

I haven't attended these local meets yet in awhile. Guess I need to free up more time now haha.

Hey guys.. just wanted to apologize that I haven't been on the forum lately.. i wrecked my 8 aobut a month ago.. and there was significant damage to it.. i was going to trade it in to buy a beemer but I just couldn't let the car go... so it's coming back soon ;p i hope to see old faces and new!!

damn homie, im glad you're alright (sounds like it). you going to use the same setup or did your greddy kit get damaged? :tear:



April Meet pictures:

(the blue rx8 is so ghey)

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/events/2009/041409/


-TH

It was a great turnout for the meet. It was nice meeting other RX-8 owners. It's been a while since I have been to this meets. inTEGrate89, nothing is wrong with my tranny. I just have to replace it if I get the greedy turbo kit. I'm looking forward to the next meet!

wow i saw pictures of your 8...sick!

may i ask where you got your tails and headlights done at? (the smoke job)

looks great! XD

Looks like I missed a great gathering. Accepted a new and better job three weeks ago and I am stuck on nights for awhile, probably till June or so. But just as soon as I can, I will be at these awesome gatherings..............

wow i saw pictures of your 8...sick!

may i ask where you got your tails and headlights done at? (the smoke job)

looks great! XD




Thank you. I actually had the taillights and side markers smoked out by a body shop that is no longer in Houston. The headlights I had them tinted with actual film tint. But my friend, Abraham , at Erace Performance can help you out. He smokes out taillights and headlights. He does really good work. You can reach him at 713-861-7619. Thanks .
inTEGrate89, I totally forgot you wanted to hear my Greddy exhaust. My bad. Next time.
O-M-D, your car looks very nice in that paint job. It was good seeing you again. Don't worry, my Eclipse Spyder will soon be on the road again!

Thank you. I actually had the taillights and side markers smoked out by a body shop that is no longer in Houston. The headlights I had them tinted with actual film tint. But my friend, Abraham , at Erace Performance can help you out. He smokes out taillights and headlights. He does really good work. You can reach him at 713-861-7619. Thanks .
inTEGrate89, I totally forgot you wanted to hear my Greddy exhaust. My bad. Next time.
O-M-D, your car looks very nice in that paint job. It was good seeing you again. Don't worry, my Eclipse Spyder will soon be on the road again!

thank you so much i'll give him a call...and what's your irl name if you don't mind me asking, just so i can let him know who gave me the number! so you can get credit!

thank you so much i'll give him a call...and what's your irl name if you don't mind me asking, just so i can let him know who gave me the number! so you can get credit!
Oh, just tell him it's the yellow RX-8. He will know!

why are there SO many rx8's in League city? geez louise! (not a bad thing but i like being diff, hah)

Yesterday when i was driving down beltway 8 towards 59 s i saw a rx8 all banged up on the highway, im assuming because of all the rain. That gray rx8 didnt belong to anyone here right?

** ATTENTION ** IF YOU WANT TO MEET UP ON THE 12TH. (tomorrow/tuesday)


6 PM @:

Gabby's BBQ 3101 N Shepherd Dr, Houston

http://maps.google.com/maps?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=s&hl=en&q=3101%20N%20Shepherd%20Dr&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/


Hopefully I'll see some 8 love.


-Thanh in the blue rx8

Still on nights.....Will not be available for at least 6 to 8 more weeks?? What has happened to DR. KILL JOY??

so how often are these meets held here in Houston? I would go today, but I have to study for tomorrows finals.

dang wish i could go, i get out of work at 7 and i would prob make it there too late T_T ohh well.

I have to study for my finals also :(

Theres going to be a meet at this place called Happy Teahouse, turn out last time was good. We need some rx-8s to represent. Heres the link to the place where i got the info.

http://houston-imports.com/forums/showthread.php?t=525102

Theres going to be a meet at this place called Happy Teahouse, turn out last time was good. We need some rx-8s to represent. Heres the link to the place where i got the info.

http://houston-imports.com/forums/showthread.php?t=525102

I was about to mention this :)

I will be there...its always a good meet.

I saw HERO there last time also...we need more 8's!

i will be there.

I'll be stopping by 8-less. Dennis did that shock problem ever get fixed??

I'll be stopping by 8-less. Dennis did that shock problem ever get fixed??

Yes sir but I think I still need to take it apart and reassemble it. :banghead:

See you there homie!

ey ppl. whats good.. so im new on the rx8 seen.. im currently in transition on buyin one.. got some ppl lookin at it to make sure its a good buy.. im a soulja in iraq and come back in a month.. it would be nice to come back to that car.. ive been interested in the rotor engine for a while now.. ive been tryin to read up about it and get to know it a lil better. but im stationed in ft.hood/killeen tx.. i come to houston on most weekends for family. and saw this tread so just seein whats good.. ive been followin the post on here for a lil time.. i just got approved to start postin and all that good stuff lol.. well if you got anything will to help me out with my car let me know.. and i got plans to put a esmirel bot on kit in it.. anyone got any input as far as that goes.. i dont want to be makin any wrong choices now.. well hit me up

hey sup ya'll!

i dropped by the houston RX club meet... some cool peeps/rides there!

http://www.houstonrx7club.com/events/2009/051209/


i'm loving the rotary community! iono if i can make it tonight. I wonder how everyone is coming along with their cars... everyone alright?

my reverse is getting hard to shift into sometimes...

Free RX8 Stuff!

I'm cleaning out the garage and I found that I have a set of used (about 40K) Mazda speed shocks and a set of HID lights (no bulbs) that I need to get rid of. They are free to the first people who wants them. Pickup only. I'm in the galleria area.

Free RX8 Stuff!

I'm cleaning out the garage and I found that I have a set of used (about 40K) Mazda speed shocks and a set of HID lights (no bulbs) that I need to get rid of. They are free to the first people who wants them. Pickup only. I'm in the galleria area.

PM'd for a friend :)

Free RX8 Stuff!

I'm cleaning out the garage and I found that I have a set of used (about 40K) Mazda speed shocks and a set of HID lights (no bulbs) that I need to get rid of. They are free to the first people who wants them. Pickup only. I'm in the galleria area.

pm'd for me! :P

hey guys..help me out to fix powersteering problem please? it just goes on and off... thanx

There's an electric connector you'll have to clean. Other have had this same problem and this was a quick fix! There's a thread about this somewhere with pics and description of where this connector is too.

so i dont need to buy the powersteering module? thank you so very much sir...

Items are spoken for.

Items are spoken for.

As in they are taken? Anyone up for an install party?

Guys,whens the next meet? I know everyone should have some time now that schools done for the semester. Got a chance to meet a bunch of the DFW guys this past weekend at the state meet, was a little disappointed no one else came from Houston. So lets at least get a few guys together HERE. Great weather lately, lets take advantage!!
Steve

do you guys know any shops that do exhaust installs around sw, bellaire + hw6 area :)

do you guys know any shops that do exhaust installs around sw, bellaire + hw6 area :)

My friend got his exhaust back then installed at Carboys. He said that they were pretty cheap.

786 motoring is a nice shop. I got my fenders rolled by them and they are nice people to deal with. I would recommend these guys since I personally dealt with them.

If you have some tools and time you could save yourself some money and install the exhaust yourself with some friends. It is very straightforward but sometimes the hangers get very annoying.

Maybe we should have another install day!

Hope this helps :)

As in they are taken? Anyone up for an install party?

Guys,whens the next meet? I know everyone should have some time now that schools done for the semester. Got a chance to meet a bunch of the DFW guys this past weekend at the state meet, was a little disappointed no one else came from Houston. So lets at least get a few guys together HERE. Great weather lately, lets take advantage!!
Steve

I'm up for a meet and install party :)

let's start with a meet tommorow?

hey sifu..how much did u get your fenders rolled? thanx

An install meet this Sunday would be cool.

any know any place i can get body panels repainted? i have 2 key marks GRRRRRRRR. best i've seen so far is 300 per panel. anyone know of a cheaper but still good quality shop?

i trust these guys, collision craftsman. near my house. and all i see in the shops are mercedes and classics, and vettes and vipers. so i know they take good care, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

My friend got his exhaust back then installed at Carboys. He said that they were pretty cheap.

786 motoring is a nice shop. I got my fenders rolled by them and they are nice people to deal with. I would recommend these guys since I personally dealt with them.

If you have some tools and time you could save yourself some money and install the exhaust yourself with some friends. It is very straightforward but sometimes the hangers get very annoying.

Maybe we should have another install day!

Hope this helps :)
thanks for the feedback man but i was in a rush and dropped a few bills for it to be installed. bad job, driver side is good, but the passenger side tip is uneven :banghead:

^ do you guys know if it's quick and easy to fix this issue. the tip on my passenger side doesnt protrude enough, :(

hey sifu..how much did u get your fenders rolled? thanx

25 a fender.

^ do you guys know if it's quick and easy to fix this issue. the tip on my passenger side doesnt protrude enough, :(

Thats odd. What exhaust is this?

Did you check under the car to see if there is anything wrong?

Hey, this is a slightly odd request for help, but bear with me. I'm trying to display VGA signals on my nav screen, and am having some issues getting the sync signal to be correct. Anyone have an oscilloscope I could borrow for an hour?

i dont have one but props for knowing what a oscilloscope is!

if you find someone with an o scope let me know! i need help wiring my car subs :(

anyone know a good bodyshop where i could get my sideskirts painted for not too much? lmk

I'd suggest Best Collision Center, they did my fenders cheapish and were very good to me. Ask for Jesse, he helped me a lot.
Contact:
1550 Sherwood Forest
Houston TX 77043
(713) 973-9100

Wow, thanks for the info. I need to update the first post sometime this century.

well i got me one.. i have a 04 rx-8 gray, all stock.. just gettin started about to purchase a new spoiler.. and i got a question.. it feels like my gearbox is might go out later on in the future.. so i wdas wonderin.. can i buy just seperate parts and build my own box or buy a trannsmition and go from there..

anyone good with car audio? i'm stumped, i can't get a signal to my subs

just got a new 09' RX8 that I want to AX. Anyone know of someone good in Houston to install my Koni shocks and front swaybar?

ill help u do ur shocks if u want its a days work and not that difficult :) ^^^ thanks for the info on the shop ima call them up monday.

anyone good with car audio? i'm stumped, i can't get a signal to my subs

Check out this place on Gessner north of I-10. They put in my K40 and did my tint perfectly. The owner is Andy Loe.

tinthouston.com
713-977-1111

ill help u do ur shocks if u want its a days work and not that difficult :) ^^^ thanks for the info on the shop ima call them up monday.

Thanks for offering to help! I sent you an email with my cell.
I'll buy the beer and food for sure!
Can't wait to AX and get a track day with this car. Should be fun!!!
I just got a set of rims and Falken racing tires so look out! hahaha

Now I just need to get this suspension done and here comes the fun.
Donnie

i dont have one but props for knowing what a oscilloscope is!

I have one at work that you can use if you want to bring your car by my office on the weekend. I am located off the beltway near Clay Rd. (north of I-10 and south of 290)

I have one at work...

Thanks man, I appreciate it. When I return from vacation I'll contact you if my EE friend fails to get me into my school's signal labs...

Thanks for offering to help! I sent you an email with my cell.
I'll buy the beer and food for sure!
Can't wait to AX and get a track day with this car. Should be fun!!!
I just got a set of rims and Falken racing tires so look out! hahaha

Now I just need to get this suspension done and here comes the fun.
Donnie

You really should leave your car stock before you autocross it. The amount of mods you have on your car is inversely proportionate to the amount of room you leave yourself for error out on the track.

Just get some good street tires and an agressive alignment until you've got a few events under your belt.

anyone coming to rxclub meet tonight?

google: rotary houston club

Thanks man, I appreciate it. When I return from vacation I'll contact you if my EE friend fails to get me into my school's signal labs...

Just PM me and I will get with ya on the scope.

anyone coming to rxclub meet tonight?

google: rotary houston club

I should be there by 6:15 or so.

You really should leave your car stock before you autocross it. The amount of mods you have on your car is inversely proportionate to the amount of room you leave yourself for error out on the track.

Just get some good street tires and an agressive alignment until you've got a few events under your belt.

Thanks for the input. I have done AX before in a Mustang and my Smart car (the only one at the Gulf Greyhound last month). Also have raced in the 24 hr Lemons series and been through the Skip Barber race series at Daytona and their advanced schools at Laguna Seca.

I bought this thing to put minimum mods on (enough for the BS class) but still be able to take to track days and enjoy.

Hope to see ya at the Houston event tonight. Gonna go eat some pizza and ruin by diet!

sorry guys wont be making it AGAIN i keep trying but my schedule is a mess lol maybe next time.

donnie juss txt or call me when ur stuff comes in and we can tackle it then.

sorry i couldnt make it out. WORK > me, i aint talkin about the rims too.

DONNIEO, you have fun? i really enjoy talking to the rx7 guys, they are a good crowd.

sorry i couldnt make it out. WORK > me, i aint talkin about the rims too.

DONNIEO, you have fun? i really enjoy talking to the rx7 guys, they are a good crowd.

Thanks man- did have a good time and meet some cool folks.
See ya at the next one!

... I have done AX before in a Mustang and my Smart car (the only one at the Gulf Greyhound last month)....

DUDE, THAT WAS YOU!?!? I've been dying to see how one of those would do at AX - looked like a blast! If you ever "rent" your Smart for AX I call first dibbs on a co-drive ;)

HERO, Heavymetal, and myself have all done our own suspensions (as well as others') if you still need help with the Konis & don't mind DIY. However, none of us have our own garages (curse you, apartments!). If you have a garage & tools, though, we'll be happy to help.

EDIT:
FYI you'll never see me at a Houston Rotary club event. I work graveyard shift Mon-Wed, therefore I'm never free to go. The local Houston RX-8 meets are generally on Thursdays, so I'll definately see you at those. They're so few & far between, though, I'm sure the next time I see you will be @ GGP next month.

so did the konis come in yet we can all get together and it should be done in no time ;) and maybe ill finally get to meet some of the members on here as i can never seem to make it to the meets.

Update:
Found a willing friend with a garage, tools, and a desire to work on cars...
...however, he doesn't have jack stands or spring compressors...

use the power of man instead of a spring compressor!

rnt for a 50 dollar fully refundable deposit from autozone. it does make it alot easier

so did the konis come in yet we can all get together and it should be done in no time ;) and maybe ill finally get to meet some of the members on here as i can never seem to make it to the meets.

Koni's are in! I am free on Sunday all day. I have a guy coming in from TN to buy my RennTech Smart car on Saturday. I also have a Pregressive Tech front sway bar should we get bored.

If anyone/everyone is in; I will rent the coil compressor from Autozone on Saturday for Sunday's use.

Let me know if anyone is in. I am located on the NW side of town off the beltway and Tanner (north of I-10) but south of 290.

Later!

Would love to get them done this weekend as Tx World Speedway is having an open track day next Friday!

Would love to get them done this weekend as Tx World Speedway is having an open track day next Friday!

we should get a group out there!

we should get a group out there!

I have a neighbor that de-badges all his cars. He did his porsche a while back perfectly and I asked him the trick. Dental floss he said!

Take a hair dryer (or let your car sit outside on a hot Tx day for a few hours) to heat up the emblem. Then rake dental floss between the logo and the vehicle. It cuts right through the adhesive back without scratching the paint.

Then use goo-b-gone to get off the rest of the stick stuff.
Wash, buff, wax!

I have a neighbor that de-badges all his cars. He did his porsche a while back perfectly and I asked him the trick. Dental floss he said!

Take a hair dryer (or let your car sit outside on a hot Tx day for a few hours) to heat up the emblem. Then rake dental floss between the logo and the vehicle. It cuts right through the adhesive back without scratching the paint.

Then use goo-b-gone to get off the rest of the stick stuff.
Wash, buff, wax!

i meant for track day, but yeah i debadged mine perfectly, just savin up for filling in the holes

i can help with that

Well it is finally done! I have reserved GSS for a track day on August 22nd.

The cost is going to be 3350 to include track, insurance, & ambulance.
Gonna limit it to about 20 cars as we don't want to much traffic.
Cost will be 250.00 per person.
If we get more participants then I will refund cash to everyone.
If we get less than expected/ bring cash or your checkbook.

No bitchin' about the price if you have to pony up more and I won't complain if I have to refund some back! :)

http://www.grandsportspeedway.com/


Rules are:
1. No alcohol
2. Must have SA2000 or newer helmet (on your head!) FYI: motorcycle helmets won't work!
3. Nomex if you are in a race car.
4. Long pants (no nylon workout pants) such as cotton or jeans for people driving street legal cars.
5. No passengers are allowed unless you are a licensed instructor. (insurance stipulation)
FYI: If you want to show someone the fastest line; have them do a "lead and follow" at 60% full speed to be safe.

We have the track from 9am-5pm
Gate opens at 8am.
Mandatory Drivers meeting at 8:45 am
Gate closes at 6pm.


Some of the buildings were lost in the hurricane but they do have port-a-potties.
I suggest bringing some tailgating popup tents for shade and coolers with tons of water, etc.

For all you diehard Rotary fans; there will be rods and pistons on the track!
A few Porsche's, a Mini Cooper S, Shelby GT500, etc have already signed up!

Fill this out if you want to come have some fun!

http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dHpnUVhUZWNGZmZoTjZqa3BlalNfU3c6M A..

i have a month to get a spare 250 dollars! and why is the price variable? oh and thanks! :)

hey donnie idk if ill be able to come out to help ... sory but just moved and ALOT of shit to do but if you need any more help or pointers call me :) plus youll have a whole team i think so u should be good.

on second thought gf might be going to the rents house for a few hours so maybe i can make it. around what time is everyone coming

on second thought gf might be going to the rents house for a few hours so maybe i can make it. around what time is everyone coming

Taking the parts to my buddies house in Pearland and we are gonna knock it all out today. He is a gear head and the mechanic on for my 24hr Lemons team.

Thanks anyway!!!!

i have a month to get a spare 250 dollars! and why is the price variable? oh and thanks! :)

Good question about the price. It will vary b/c I am forking out the 3350.00 to get it going. Then getting paid back from everyone.

If only 10 people register; then the price goes up to $335.00/person.
If 20 register; it becomes 167.50/person.

or some fractional amount as above.
Hope that make sense.

If I am the only one to register (shouldn't happen as there are 6 registered already), then I get a track day for $3350.00 with lots of room to drive and very little traffic! hahaha

i wish i could go, but my synchros are so messed up i wouldnt be able to push myself at all T_T

Got all my parts put on yesterday!
Thanks for those offering to help but Scott P. and I knocked it out.

awesome post some pics gl with the car have fun ;) sorry i couldnt make it

awesome post some pics gl with the car have fun ;) sorry i couldnt make it

Still need to get a picture of the final product.

Here are some of the inprogress images:

http://www.rx8club.com/album.php?albumid=1271

20 including yourself or no?

and lets get a list of who all is going, new thread?

20 including yourself or no?

and lets get a list of who all is going, new thread?

Do you know how to start a new thread?

If we could get 20-30 that would be great! Cheaper for everyone.

Do you know how to start a new thread?

If we could get 20-30 that would be great! Cheaper for everyone.

haha i meant since you paid for it and all, you might want to start a thread with new head line, track day something something get ppl from around houston too.

haha i meant since you paid for it and all, you might want to start a thread with new head line, track day something something get ppl from around houston too.

got it!
Will try to post a new one.

hey donnie is this open to everyone?

hey donnie is this open to everyone?

absolutely!

Here's the new thread!

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=179270