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Rx8_rotory_Noobie
05-26-2009, 08:25 PM
Need help: When i go to start my 8 it cranks and cranks and cranks and then FINALLY starts up, turns over prolly 5-6 times before starting. JW if this is a habitual thing for rx8s to do, maybe something im overlooking.

Casanova

Spinning Sushi
05-26-2009, 08:29 PM
Is your 8 an 04?

The 04's comes with a weak starter.

There is a TSB for the starter.

m3pkrobert
05-26-2009, 08:34 PM
exactly the same problem I had a few days ago, starter fixed the problem GL

Colorcode
05-26-2009, 09:08 PM
i get the same problem. whats a TSB??

Rx8_rotory_Noobie
05-26-2009, 09:26 PM
anyone know where i can get a good cheap starter that will last?

Jon316G
05-26-2009, 09:27 PM
i get the same problem. whats a TSB??

TSB = Technical Service Bulletin

You can view them here:
http://www.finishlineperformance.com/store/pages.php?pageid=11

rx8cited
05-26-2009, 10:28 PM
anyone know where i can get a good cheap starter that will last?

Discounted Mazda OEM parts (http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=getJointLocator&siteid=214264&chapter=APH685&sectionids=5,&make=22&model=RX-8&year=2004&catalogid=1&displayCatalogid=0) - most likely much cheaper than your local stealership.