2009 RX-8 Transmission Gear Chart and Discussion
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i am pleased to see that 4th got a bump, while 6th (and 3rd) remain effectively the same.
the bump to 5th I don't know what to think - the old 'top speed' was at the top of 5th, right?
So now either:
A) top speed will be lower (at the top of the new 5th)
or
B) top speed will be in 6th somewhere.
Not that i really care about "top speed"; I'd actually prefer more acceleration in 5th between the two choices, but now the quoted drag limited figure in the magazines might go down - i wonder what people will think?
regarding the bump to 1st and 2nd:
any ideas on what that will do to the 0-60 time? (stock VS stock)
- I guess it is OK for NA cars, but my hunch is it will be too much if you add any real power to the car.
the bump to 5th I don't know what to think - the old 'top speed' was at the top of 5th, right?
So now either:
A) top speed will be lower (at the top of the new 5th)
or
B) top speed will be in 6th somewhere.
Not that i really care about "top speed"; I'd actually prefer more acceleration in 5th between the two choices, but now the quoted drag limited figure in the magazines might go down - i wonder what people will think?
regarding the bump to 1st and 2nd:
any ideas on what that will do to the 0-60 time? (stock VS stock)
- I guess it is OK for NA cars, but my hunch is it will be too much if you add any real power to the car.
Last edited by secret8gent; 02-09-2008 at 10:39 AM.
#53
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Jason, thank you for the data and secret8gent, thank you for the charts!
All of the changes look good to me! Shorter 2nd is nice, that should help out with lower speeds in 2nd. 3rd gear is almost identical, which is also fine.
4th now looks to be nicer/more usable on the hwy (and so is 5th).
All of the changes look good to me! Shorter 2nd is nice, that should help out with lower speeds in 2nd. 3rd gear is almost identical, which is also fine.
4th now looks to be nicer/more usable on the hwy (and so is 5th).
#54
Guys, make sure you post this information elsewhere on the site... I don't have the time to correct everyone who whines about the 4.77, and now that there's effectively no change in 6th gear, someone should mention that whenever someone _does_ whine. So, spread the word. Thanks!
#56
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not sure if someone else asked this... and forgive me for the possible "dumb question", but
Is the ring and pinion on the 09 the same as the 04-08? In other words, can I update my current R&P on my 04 with an 09 R&P and get the 4.77 final drive ratio?
Is the ring and pinion on the 09 the same as the 04-08? In other words, can I update my current R&P on my 04 with an 09 R&P and get the 4.77 final drive ratio?
#58
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so a mass produced 4.77 gear with mass produced prices that fits? This should be interesting for STU applications (Baggy, if you read this... this is an allowable update right?)
#63
Was just searching for some info on what gear oil to use in the transmission. We bolted a 6 speed to our 12a bridged 1st gen this year, and have started having some issues with it after about 6 races. We were using just some syn. 80-90, but with the 7.25" clutch, I think the issues are more about the speed drop of the transmission relative to the motor (what Jason was talking about). We are on our way to Spokane for a double race and are going to try some Redline 75-90ns (wanted the 140 but couldn't find it locally). Took it for a lap up the street and it felt really notchy, but it was cold. Hope it helps. We have a cooler on the trans and it runs a consistant 180, just not happy with the shifting.
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Was just searching for some info on what gear oil to use in the transmission. We bolted a 6 speed to our 12a bridged 1st gen this year, and have started having some issues with it after about 6 races. We were using just some syn. 80-90, but with the 7.25" clutch, I think the issues are more about the speed drop of the transmission relative to the motor (what Jason was talking about). We are on our way to Spokane for a double race and are going to try some Redline 75-90ns (wanted the 140 but couldn't find it locally). Took it for a lap up the street and it felt really notchy, but it was cold. Hope it helps. We have a cooler on the trans and it runs a consistant 180, just not happy with the shifting.
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what transmission are you talking about? as this thread is about the 09 transmission..
making sure everyone is on the same page.. if you want info on the redline ns oil. you might search teamrx8. he has posted a bit of info on it..
and good luck!
beers
#66
So if I'm in the market for an 08 or 09 RX8 for a daily driver with track toy privileges, perhaps I should hold out for the 09 because: 1) stronger transmission all around, 2) 4.77 final drive for a little better in town grunt?
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
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If I pirate this from the OPs post and add in the swap option:
Car (1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th FD)
04-'08' RX-8 (3.760 - 2.269 - 1.645 - 1.187 - 1.000 - 0.843 - 4.440)
09' RX-8 R3 (3.815 - 2.260 - 1.640 - 1.177 - 1.000 - 0.832 - 4.770)
09 RX8 gearbox in 04-08 chassis/final drive -(3.815 - 2.260 - 1.640 - 1.177 - 1.000 -0.832 - 4.440)
Revs @60, '04-'08 RX-8 - 2nd - 8391.9 / 3rd - 6084.1 / 4th - 4390.1 / 5th - 3698.5 / 6th - 3117.9
Revs @60, '09 RX-8 R3 - 2nd - 8807.4 / 3rd - 6391.2 / 4th -4586.9 / 5th - 3897.1 / 6th - 3242.4
09 in 04-08 RX-8 Rrevs @60- 2nd - 8358 / 3rd - 6065 / 4th - 4353 / 5th - 3698.5 / 6th - 3077
All in all not a big change RPM difference wise. I don't have a feel for what that would translate to in acceleration numbers.
Car (1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th FD)
04-'08' RX-8 (3.760 - 2.269 - 1.645 - 1.187 - 1.000 - 0.843 - 4.440)
09' RX-8 R3 (3.815 - 2.260 - 1.640 - 1.177 - 1.000 - 0.832 - 4.770)
09 RX8 gearbox in 04-08 chassis/final drive -(3.815 - 2.260 - 1.640 - 1.177 - 1.000 -0.832 - 4.440)
Revs @60, '04-'08 RX-8 - 2nd - 8391.9 / 3rd - 6084.1 / 4th - 4390.1 / 5th - 3698.5 / 6th - 3117.9
Revs @60, '09 RX-8 R3 - 2nd - 8807.4 / 3rd - 6391.2 / 4th -4586.9 / 5th - 3897.1 / 6th - 3242.4
09 in 04-08 RX-8 Rrevs @60- 2nd - 8358 / 3rd - 6065 / 4th - 4353 / 5th - 3698.5 / 6th - 3077
All in all not a big change RPM difference wise. I don't have a feel for what that would translate to in acceleration numbers.
3100 rpms at 60mph makes for shitty highway fuel economy on a rotary when driven at average highways speeds (75mph). The 09's economy is really gonna go to **** now with these more rev happy ratios. Mazda needs to re-think the 5th and 6th gear ratios as there is no need for anyone to be doing heavy acceleration on these two gears. These engines have a bad enough reputation for fuel economy as it is. My Fc and Fd run at 3,000 rpm at 75mph and get 27mpg on the highway.
Tangent: does anyone build RX-8 6 speed manual boxes with custom ratios?
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Damn 5.125!!!!!!
Also, biggest upside to mazda oe FD is keeping my 100k warranty on my tranny that will eventually lose the 4th gear syncro.
I'd love to throw in the 5.125 and lose all possible highway mileage though lol
Out of curiosity, know any way of ordering?
Also, biggest upside to mazda oe FD is keeping my 100k warranty on my tranny that will eventually lose the 4th gear syncro.
I'd love to throw in the 5.125 and lose all possible highway mileage though lol
Out of curiosity, know any way of ordering?
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At around US$2,500 for the 5.125:1 Part; I doubt there will be many takers...
The FEED 4.77:1 crownwheel and pinion set is here:
http://www.japanparts.com/db/partsli...ey=226-009-021
226-009-021 and runs around US$700 ( with our RX8CLUB discount applied ) + Freight
One of our best selling RX8 Parts; we've shipped these to several countries, and ( of course ) these are for the *earlier* Models, not the '09!
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