I'm not really good "under the hood" yet, I'm working on it.

Well, I kinda wondered how to make that "woosh" sound that I hear on some Civics when they are shifting (I assume it comes from the rev's when they go down?). I can hear it just a little bit on my 8,.. where does it come from, how to get it? ;)

My first thought would be a passive NOS system but that's highly unlikely. Can you guys tell me what causes this? It's kick-ass, I want it too ;)

you mean like the "psssht" you hear from busses, but not as loud??

well, there are speakers that any ricer can throw in under the hood, but if you're talking about what that sound is from in a really hot setup, it's probably a blow-off valve on a turbo engine. it's a pressure release valve, which relieves the pressure in the system that the turbo has built up when the throttle is lifted, to prevent damage to the turbine.

Just giving you an idea what the FAKE (http://www.takakaira.co.jp/accessories/nightpager/nightpager.html) blow-off-sound wakeech was referring to. ;)

Originally posted by M-ster
Just giving you an idea what the FAKE (http://www.takakaira.co.jp/accessories/nightpager/nightpager.html) blow-off-sound wakeech is referring to. ;) I can't believe the mentality of some folks.. What kind of idiot would buy that?

yeah i think he's talking about a blow-off valve.

off topic, but brothervoodoo your car looks very nice ;)

omg lol, neither I can believe someone would want to fake something like that. I sure as hell won't ;)

Thx for explaining where it comes from makes sense :)

What are the words, are we going to see some turbo for the 8? I'm thinking of going back to germany in a couple of years and I have to be careful on choosing my equipment. Due to legal issues I wouldn't get away with NOS in germany but a turbo can't hurt :)

thats just about the funnist thing I have seen all week. I knew rice was bad but wow talk about compensating for something you wish you had. lol

if you reckon that's bad, i've heard that there's plastic intercoolers, to make the car look turboed :P

a fake blow off valve sound

now thats RICE

Fake BOVs, plastic intercoolers AND fake turbos. You name it and there is a mock up available for the ricer crowd.

..i know, how about an electric hairdryer - that will make a woosh sound for you...it might look cool too if you paint it! :-)

There're fake drilled rotor as well, and the use are for covering up the ugly drum brakes.

But THIS (http://www.mazdamaniac.com/ebayfake.htm) isn't fake!:p

Oh jesus... I think I just damaged a lung :)

How about the hubcaps/wheel covers that "disguise" cheap steel wheels to make them look like alloys...I've even seen them with fake brake calipers molded in!

Who said I'm a "ricer" and I'm installing fake parts?? The reason for asking this is because I'm looking for a proper solution and you guys just keep on hitting me with useless crap. Seriously, I don't get it.

Originally posted by TrAsHeR
Who said I'm a "ricer" and I'm installing fake parts?? The reason for asking this is because I'm looking for a proper solution and you guys just keep on hitting me with useless crap. Seriously, I don't get it.

Chill, trasher, read carefully, NO one here is saying you are a ricer. Everyone here are just having a go at what makes a "ricer". Join in the fun.

Originally posted by Maniac
But THIS (http://www.mazdamaniac.com/ebayfake.htm) isn't fake!:p

Gee, I tryed to make a bid, but the link duznt seem to be werking. Can sumwon help me pleez???

Originally posted by khoney
Gee, I tryed to make a bid, but the link duznt seem to be werking. Can sumwon help me pleez???

Uh oh! bettr give dat shiZnit sum nEgitive feebAkz, yO!;)

Originally posted by Maniac
But THIS (http://www.mazdamaniac.com/ebayfake.htm) isn't fake!:p

ROFL!

Now that is what I call farken farny.

TrAsHeR - the guys are just trying to keep you from going down the wrong path and ending up on the "dark side".

The sound you refer to is common among turbo heads. Yes - it releases exceess pressure from the intake when it is not needed. A bit like a wastegate, but I thought they are on the exhaust side.

Cheers,
Hymee.

Now here is some serious rice:

it's all good and yea, I have to agree, that last pic is hilarious. I can't believe people who seriously consider installing stuff like that, that's beyond me :)

I still want to get the whirling noise that the rotors make --the flying saucer noise --to be louder outside so thatother drivers hear it. Dont think it will ever be possible to do it naturallyunless maybe another rotor is added.

Originally posted by JeRKy 8 Owner
I still want to get the whirling noise that the rotors make --the flying saucer noise --to be louder outside so thatother drivers hear it. Dont think it will ever be possible to do it naturallyunless maybe another rotor is added.

sure there is... get rid of the resonators in the intake system, and replace your soft, stock paper air filter with something considerably more rigid (who was it that made that stainless steel mech one?? that's suppost to really amplify the intake whoosh noise)

Put in a Rotary Extreme CAI and it will give LOTS of buzz. The air cleaner is basically non-sound shielded from the engine bay like the way the stocker is. (The stock one is "sealed" inside the air box)

I had the RE one on mine yesterday and did a WOT drive by past Wildcard. He said he could hear me coming from 200m behind him. Then relative silence when I went past him - I had the stock exhaust on :eek:

Cheers.
Hymee.

Ok, sounds good. But what's the difference between those two:

Rotary Extreme Short Arm Intake
Rotary Extreme Ram Air Intake

The Ram Intake is more expensive and not available yet. Should I wait for that one or just get the Short Arm Intake?

I would like to add a few comments on the RE intake. Yes it will give you buzz it that is what you want, but there are some penalties.

The RE is beautifully manufactured. However, it's design is lacking in a number of important areas IMHO.

1 - It lets hot engine bay air into the engine. So it is not a CAI. That is a backwards step IMO.

2 - The inlet to the MAF does nothing to smooth the flow of air through the the MAF. The accuracy of the MAF reading is extremely important to the operation of the PCM.

For what it is worth.

Cheers,
Hymee.

I'm not really referring to the "buzz" anymore, I'm going to replace the air intake anyway, the topic is taking a new spin.

So, in other words you are saying I shouldn't go for the RE CAI, right? Do you have any alternatives in mind?

Because money is tight at the moment, I haven't really created my "wishlist" yet, at this point I'm starting to gather different opinions on the stuff that's available and in development.

I'll get my upgrades in this order:

- Air intake
- Exhaust
- Coilovers
- Rims / Tires
- Bodykit

I'm depending on your professional opinions to choose the correct air intake replacement. Thanks :)

Btw, money is no object, I rather wait longer for (a) until I have enough money, and (b) to get the best parts available.

I amnot trying to get a woosh noise. Im talking about the very quiet eeeeeeee noise that the spinning rotors makethat is very faint and you canonly hear from inside the car. Its the sound that seems like a flying saucer is spinning nearby. From the soundclips I have heard of the rotary extreme intake it doesnt amplify the noise at all andI also think the kit is overpriced.

JeRKy 8 Owner: not to mention that the variable air duct is sitting in front of the airbox, meaning you are kinda canceling it out with an undisclosed filter replacement as the RE CAI

there ya go, one of the neat features of it going down the train :(