Well, that site I linked can do custom color orders which is definitely more convenient than having to mix it all yourself. I ordered some for my wheels (haven't had time yet) through them.

 

got my fenders done by this guy http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/aos/2848676394.html
did an amazing job!!! pics soon

 

Did you get your fenders done because you plan on going lower?

 

Interesting.

http://austin.craigslist.org/pts/2835747171.html


WTF, look at the RX-8

http://austin.craigslist.org/pts/2849813567.html

 

Yeah I saw the climate control repair trolling CL yesterday... are yall wrenching this Sat? if so I might be able to come assist...

 

No, I have to go to my parents on Saturday but possibly Sunday I'll be installing engine mounts but on a Kia Rio

 

i was rubbing hardcore and the fenders in the rear were eating up the tires, and maybe just a bit in the back prob nothing really noticable, and maybe raise the front a bit when i get bigger tires up in the front. Im pretty low right now. But if anyone on here needs them done I highly suggest him, no paint crack no paint chips, perfectly smooth. And only 45 for two and 78 if you want all four!!

 

Did you cut the fender tabs off in the back?

 

Any of you guys rebuilt a rear caliper? Last night my dust seal came off of my rear driver-side caliper when I was doing the brakes.

I mostly just want advice on how much of a PITA it is to get the seals back on, and whether y'all have discovered any 'tools' that help the job go smoother.

 

Any1 have a soldering gun available with some solder? Swapped out headunit and now I have nothing but heat...and with it being 90 today I really felt it. ACUs don't help either :p

 

Just pick one up at harbor freight they are cheap as ****.

 

I have not but I have two front calipers I need to do this on. PM grungepup, he has experience with these, he used to manage a Brake shop.


+1. Hoss-05's HVAC display has been acting up and needs a tap every now and then I think he needs to re solder it as well.

 

so 2 days in a row car has died under cruising but started right back up...only change is A/C

curious what would cause this any thoughts...like a simultaneous misfire?

its really a minor thing considering upcoming rebuild but worth investigating as part of the plan


DAMN ITS HOT OUTSIDE! Good thing I got promoted monday...time to put A/C in my garage...woohooo

 

Yea I went through that site.

I have used one can on the exterior of my wheel I haven't even gotten to the barrel yet... I'm thinking about doing the barrel white primer base with a light coating of the plastidip so I don't waste the stuff.

 

The extra load on the engine will definitely not help. I would love to see the compression test results of this motor.

 

you are not kidding....anyone have the Mazda tester? I have the results from August it would be interesting to compare and have someone knowledgeable (not me) decipher the results.

 

We need to invest in one.

 

Grats Houston

 

the rear caliper is actually easier than the fronts since it just spins on and off....

get some brake line "pinchers" and seal off the feed to the caliper, removed the brake lines and allow the excess fluid to flow out of the caliper.

the easiest way to get the piston out is to put the caliper in a vise and use needle nose pliers to spin out the piston. i would suggest honing out the inside of the caliper as rust and grime has prolly built up inside, not to mention if you have cooked your rears brakes at all, the back of the piston will have baked on brake fluid

spin the piston back on before you put on the dust cover, its easier this way... i use picks to put the dust covers back in the slot and get it lined out

if you havent already found the rebuild kits, car quest i think is the only place around that stocks them

 

Most definitely

thanks man!

Holy Crap this weather!!!!

 

Got the ride back today, new ecu, then the damn button on the middle consule popped off...what's next

Went to a retirement party at Tejas Steakout in Bulverde, not a bad joint if your into the rodeo scene. You guys ever check it out?

 

I'll buy a tester and rent it out for you guys.

 

Howdy! I am a new 2011 MT Sport owner from Austin TX - bought mine about 2 weeks back. I posted my intro in the top-level general discussion and someone cue me in to the existence of this SARX lounge (what does it stand for anyway - San Antonio RX?) Also got an advice to use 10w30 in our climate - is that what majority of people in our region use? Think i got the very last MT 2011 with 315 miles on the clock. I've been a Miata owner/fan and have finally found a more "practical" Miata in RX8. I'll appreciate feedback from locals on oil type and about using premix - keep in mind mine's practically new so when to start using premix etc. As i work from home mostly thus i won't be putting too many miles on it - maybe 500 miles/month.

 

Those are questions without a super clearcut answer. I'd suggest 10w-30 and idemitsu premix ASAP. I'm not super sure on the amount to premix though. S2 cars shouldnt need it as much hypothetically since they have more oil injectors I believe. Congrats on the purchase. And don't call it a Miata.

 

Premix is your friend. I would use it in a very light amount. A few of us local guys have had good results using 0W40 M1.