View Full Version : My Rotary Start Button!!Finally!!


GrRx8MaZdA
08-27-2005, 06:51 PM
After 4 months i got my Mazda Rotary Start Button through mazdaparts.com...
I have to say its beautifull..

It came with many many wires and converters and its actual position is in the coin case beside(RHS in Japan) the steering wheel. ...

Well i didn't like that position cause you can barely see it in a left side steering wheel car so i made some custom jobs and installed it in the dash..

Well i could't install in right in the center cause it had some serious backup after the button so its left the center...

The only problem i haven't fixed yet,it doesn'e light much in the night...Anyhow i ll fix it...


So here 2 pics...Press the thumbnails to see the actual size pics...(I made this to load the thread site faster)

http://briefcase.pathfinder.gr/download/Vince15/38510/467821/1/DSCN0353.JPG (http://briefcase.pathfinder.gr/download/Vince15/38510/467821/0/DSCN0353.JPG)_http://briefcase.pathfinder.gr/download/Vince15/38510/467822/1/DSCN0354.JPG (http://briefcase.pathfinder.gr/download/Vince15/38510/467822/0/DSCN0354.JPG)

slllygrl10
08-27-2005, 07:29 PM
The best place you could put your start button?

GrRx8MaZdA
08-27-2005, 07:32 PM
Where would you put yours???It was the place i want it to be so...??!!

HardHitter
08-27-2005, 08:08 PM
So how do you start it? Place key in and turn to on and then hold down clutch and hit the start button or did you bypass the clutch and key and you can just push start. (I don't think this is possible last time I checked, but maybe someone did it like remote start)

EyeBall Fixer...(o)(x)
08-27-2005, 08:28 PM
After 4 months i got my Mazda Rotary Start Button through mazdaparts.com...
I have to say its beautifull..I'll agree, "The Rotary Start Button is sweet"... Over Priced but, I still like them.
Why? Why? Why didn't you center the button?
aNd... Whats the deal with your ashtray lid?
I understand the need for individuality but the factory lid is more attractive and fits into the "aesthetic flow".
My opinion, to be taken with a grain of salt.... its your ride and I respect your efforts.

gettingan8
08-27-2005, 08:33 PM
:confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :confused: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

Tigster
08-27-2005, 09:05 PM
I likw the idea of a start button as alot of manufacturers are using them in thier higher end products. I really like the Mercedes where all you have to do is have the key in your pocket and press the button.

I do have to ask is there a reason why it is not centered?

Iwannarex8
08-27-2005, 11:41 PM
That looks really out of place there........as long as you enjoy it though!

Woz
08-27-2005, 11:50 PM
To those asking why he didnt install it in the center:

quote:

Well i could't install in right in the center cause it had some serious backup after the button so its left the center...


/quote


I am interested though as to how you start it with clutch or if oyu have ot have the clutch down.

StealthTL
08-28-2005, 12:05 AM
I connected mine after the clutch, so the key needs to be in, and on, but I can start it without being seated/foot on clutch.

Mine isn't the Mazda, but had no problem with centering it.

S

Overport
08-28-2005, 12:44 AM
nice, but i question the placement.

stealthTL, yours is spot-on.

GrRx8MaZdA
08-28-2005, 06:28 AM
Well i don't have any gear in.I have it in neutral and i just turn the key to on and then push start...Not pressing any of the pedals...

Well this thing is long and it couldn't get centered...The bose 6cd changer hits it if we have it in center...Anyhow...More show-offs to come!! :D

English
08-28-2005, 10:18 AM
I like it!! Keep the pics coming!

GrRx8MaZdA
08-28-2005, 03:51 PM
Well the button couldn't be centered cause it has a big plaquete from the back of the dash which could only be placed left the center....

Thanks English...I ll keep up the show-off...This week lambo doors(i have already opened a thread for this)-gold grex 6pot big brake kit-and hks hypermax II...

Custom Emanage map 5 September and then only the bodykit left...Rims next summer(Probably Andrew Racing Evo 5 Dark Chrome 3D from Veilside)

SilverEIGHT
08-28-2005, 09:43 PM
Why not here? Guess it is a little too far over but it certainly looks better.

wedge357
08-28-2005, 09:59 PM
Why not here? Guess it is a little too far over but it certainly looks better.
hehe... you don't want your passenger pressing the button now do we?

SilverEIGHT
08-28-2005, 10:13 PM
Ha ha.... guess not! That would be a pisser!

Hey... what's this.... GRIND... GRIND... GRIND!

takahashi
08-28-2005, 10:19 PM
LOL that is funny.

How about on the gear shift like the SLR!?

Labop
08-28-2005, 10:23 PM
LOL that is funny.

How about on the gear shift like the SLR!?

I can't use the shifter for my start button. That's where I have the trigger for the mini guns....

TODreamer
08-28-2005, 10:51 PM
Ipersonally wouldnt have putit there.. it clutters it up

Discman2
08-28-2005, 11:09 PM
My only problem is the (imo) tacky looking RX-8 graphic you have over the coin tray.


btw, whats the remote on the side for? Does that say greddy?

truemagellen
08-29-2005, 01:49 AM
My only problem is the (imo) tacky looking RX-8 graphic you have over the coin tray.


btw, whats the remote on the side for? Does that say greddy?

yes it does...it is a Greddy PRofec for controlling the turbo

he has this thing on the dash:

http://www.autocarparts.com/images/products/GReddy/electronics/E01.jpg

mikeb
08-29-2005, 02:58 AM
dispite the location
I like it

cleoent
08-29-2005, 05:53 PM
I like everything except the location choice and the rx8 crap on your ashtray door :)

c2k4-8
08-30-2005, 11:04 AM
What is the point in having a start button if you still have to put the key in the switch and turn it on. The only practial application of this is how the new Vette works. No key switch - the car automatically reads the key fob in your pocket.

Dinhx8
08-30-2005, 11:53 AM
What is the point in having a start button if you still have to put the key in the switch and turn it on. The only practial application of this is how the new Vette works. No key switch - the car automatically reads the key fob in your pocket.

I just think its fun to push buttons personally. Centered ones though.

BlueEyes
08-30-2005, 12:46 PM
I think the idea is kinda cool, I like the rotary shaped button housing. I most definitely would have put it elsewhere though. Looks very much like an afterthought in its current location.

GrRx8MaZdA
08-30-2005, 12:55 PM
Everyone says its not centered,not likey etc etc etc...But when they buy something they all go straight to the instructions and not further...There are only few guys who can work every problem out and make everything they want to work like they imagine it...THat's my 0.00002$ for now... ;) :rolleyes:

I am just showing some ideas...
When you come to install yours find a better place... :rolleyes:
Sorry guys but some guys keep posting the same opinions.. :mad:

I LOVE IT!! :D :D :cool:

BlueEyes
08-30-2005, 01:17 PM
What are instructions? :p

There are only few guys who can work every problem out and make everything they want to work like they imagine it...
I don't get it, are you one of those few guys? cause I know I am, and I would have made it work in the centre or found someplace else to put it.

I am just showing some ideas...
When you come to install yours find a better place... :rolleyes:
Sorry guys but some guys keep posting the same opinions.. :mad:

I LOVE IT!! :D :D :cool:
I applaud your efforts, clearly you're into modding your car, and I respect that. I appreciate that you post all your mods too, so I can look at them and say "that's neat, I'd do it different, but i'm glad I now know". Keep it up man, I was just giving my 0.00002$

Whitey
08-30-2005, 01:22 PM
I just think its fun to push buttons personally.

LOL......I must admit.......I'm the same way. I never feel the urge to turn a switch...but a button?....oh how exciting a button is!

EyeBall Fixer...(o)(x)
08-30-2005, 01:36 PM
LOL......I must admit.......I'm the same way. I never feel the urge to turn a switch...but a button?....oh how exciting a button is!I think "GrRx8MaZdA" has had his "buttons pushed" too much already...
I don't believe anyone is telling him "he did it wrong"...
A few of us are only expressing how "we'd" do it ourselves...

So GrRx8MaZdA, thanks for sharing your mods with the rest of us...
EBF

LiL BenNy
08-30-2005, 01:53 PM
what happends if youre driving and someone pushes the button? what happens?

GrRx8MaZdA
08-30-2005, 05:45 PM
^THe same thing that happens if you have already started the car and turn again the key...That hurt....

Sorry guys i was just very nervous...I ll keep up sharing everything with you and help as much as i can...

Anyhow..Peace!!LOL