what should i buy to boost my rx8's performance?
08-01-2011, 10:42 PM
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what should i buy to boost my rx8's performance?
ok so i know theres a lot of posts that probably ask the same question but i'm new to this and well idk where to start
I bought an automatic RX8 a couple of months ago and now i want to make it faster and well i wanted to know what i could do to boost its performance a bit but not spend way too much money. Something affordable but at the same time it does a good job at boosting my cars performance
Thanks in advanced for the help
I bought an automatic RX8 a couple of months ago and now i want to make it faster and well i wanted to know what i could do to boost its performance a bit but not spend way too much money. Something affordable but at the same time it does a good job at boosting my cars performance
Thanks in advanced for the help
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08-01-2011, 10:50 PM
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There are a lot of different mods that are available for the Rx-8 but only give you minimum hp gain but if you managed to get your hands on a flux capacitor, you could possibly reach excessive speeds of 88 mph.
http://store.zeckhausen.com/catalog/...zmap=FC.121.99 Flux capacitor is roughly $45,000. A replica will cost you only $250.
http://store.zeckhausen.com/catalog/...zmap=FC.121.99 Flux capacitor is roughly $45,000. A replica will cost you only $250.
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08-01-2011, 11:01 PM
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A new catback system would maybe give you a 3-4bhp gain, running catless I think around 12. Racing Beat Revi Intake would maybe give you a 2bhp gain, headers might help a bit, but that's about it really unless you go turbo or supercharged, but I wouldn't recommend it with an auto 8 because the transmission can't support the added horsepower.
What you should invest in is upgrading your coils, spark plugs, wires, etc as you said in your thread that you just purchased the vehicle and what's more important is the reliability of your motor and that's a pretty good way to start since you probably don't know when the last time they were replaced.
08-01-2011, 11:15 PM
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08-01-2011, 11:17 PM
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I HATE SPEEDBUMPS!
Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
08-01-2011, 11:32 PM
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Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
08-01-2011, 11:34 PM
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I've seen so many of these threads. For the love of God, try searching.
That being said, the '8 was never meant to go fast in a straight line (N/A, at least). It excels in cornering and handling. If you wanted more power, the truth is you should have bought a manual - they have more power, plain and simple.
Instead, spend your money on things to make the car run better/smoother. i.e. coils, plugs, wires, insulate a/c lines, plug/direct radiator air flow, grounding kit, etc. These things can be relatively cheap and will help out the car and save you money in the long run.
That being said, the '8 was never meant to go fast in a straight line (N/A, at least). It excels in cornering and handling. If you wanted more power, the truth is you should have bought a manual - they have more power, plain and simple.
Instead, spend your money on things to make the car run better/smoother. i.e. coils, plugs, wires, insulate a/c lines, plug/direct radiator air flow, grounding kit, etc. These things can be relatively cheap and will help out the car and save you money in the long run.
08-02-2011, 12:02 AM
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bumper $1700
rear under spoiler $1300
spoiler $750.00
fogs $ 450.00
side skirts $ 600.00
= $4800 plus tax.. but thats here in canada
turbo 4-5k, plus finding a real ms kit
08-02-2011, 08:22 AM
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Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
Advantages: Auto
1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured)
2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you)
3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands)
Disadvantages: Manual
1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab)
2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears)
3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic.
Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol).
08-02-2011, 08:33 AM
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not to mention he starts of by saying both have advantages and disadvantages, and then proceeds to mention only advantages for autos, and only disadvantages from manuals ...
annddd not to mention that neither of the 3 listed is a disadvantage at all unless you dont know how to drive worth a damn...
annddd not to mention that neither of the 3 listed is a disadvantage at all unless you dont know how to drive worth a damn...
08-02-2011, 09:42 AM
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I bought an automatic RX8 a couple of months ago and now i want to make it faster and well i wanted to know what i could do to boost its performance a bit but not spend way too much money. Something affordable but at the same time it does a good job at boosting my cars performance
The next best thing is going to be seriously sticky tires, and a track day at a great road course track.
BC.
