How much of a difference to those Pirelli's make in the snow? I can't decide if I should get a set or not...

 

Why isn't that awesome car in the garage??????????????

 

The difference between summer tires and the Pirelli's is like night and day. I recommend them. Of course, the worst snow I've drivin in them was 3 inches.. and I had total control and tons of traction with them.


Because a Cadillac Allante and my Jet Ski's are in the Garage.. I normally put a car cover when it's going to snow.. but didn't get a chance to today.. besides, I'm going out in a little bit.

 

Whimp! :p That is but a dusting!

We got 4" of snow here.
Of course, the RX-8 is in the garage - my Miata is my ATV. I love that car. Indestructable. (touch wood)

It should be nice by Friday, though Saturday may bring up to a foot of new snow.

 

Here you go Jon, this is what you could be enjoying if you do decide to emigrate over here. Taken in front of my place, five minutes ago!

(I look forward to the dyno video...)

Regards, Gomez.

 

Guys, looking forward to your results. If things go well, just might have to get me one. Could someone give me a ballpark figure for the price of the Greddy turbo, including install, other parts needed etc. Just one ballpark figure. I'd hate to put all my money down on the turbo just to find out I need $1000 in other parts.

thanks

Todd

 

Ok, here's a ballpark figure of the minium things required to get this kit installed and running.

Greddy Turbo Kit: $3000-$3700 depending on where you buy it from.
Installation Labor: $900-$1500 depending on the shop.
Boost Gauge: $25 and up. FIgure on spending about $150 for a good gauge though.
Blow Off Valve & mounting flange: $175'ish depending on the brand


Now for other optional things that I would recommend:
Boost Controller: $200 and up
Turbo Timer: $90 and up
Other gauges: Price dependant on what you get
Oil Catch Can: $75 and up

there's so much more people add.. but the first group is what I would definately buy with the Greddy Kit.

-Jon

 

Well, you can get away without a turbo timer if you use your head a little bit, you can get a boost controller if you're that worried about boost creep or overboosting for much less if you go with a Manual Boost Controller and not an electronic one.

 

Yup, until I figure out how to wire the turbo timer into my ignition, I just let the car idle for about 60 seconds before shutting down. That way the turbo still has oil flow during cool down.

 

You don't really even need to do that unless you were boosting like a mad man all the way into your driveway / parking lot. A few minutes of normal driving should cool that size turbo sufficiently.

I had a turbo timer on my FD for a while but never used it, it got to be more of an annoyance than anything helpful...

 

Plan on spending 5k with the kit,parts, and install IMO.

I got the prefec E-01 like Jeff it has a boost gauge on the screen!!!!!!!!!

 

I s it still on for friday? The damn dealer is not done with my car. Bastards..... looks like I am going to be behind on my install. Bummer

 

As far as I know, yes... Looks like the weather is going to break too so it should be decent tomorrow.

 

Cool! My BOV just got here! but no damn E-01 got call the rx8 store

 

can't wait for tomorrow!

 

hehe teh rx8store always go tme my parts...granted they did drag their feet one one of them...but no worries it got there.

 

so who all is going to watch this dyno?

 

Dyno run is definately on for tomorrow.
We'll probably be there a while. I like to hang out and take my time.:p

Come one, come all.

 

Damn...wish I didn't live so far away

 

Jeff, I need a favor from ya. If we dont get a big snow storm this weekend could you do a little aluminum welding?

-Ryan

my #703-932-4820

 

Ryan: you going to the dyno? and did you get my PM reply a couple days ago?

 

Sure. I'll be working on Saturday (whether or not it snows ), but I can do it on Sunday.
What is it you need welded?

 

My BOV flange (greddy) so:
cut one hole and weld her up!

 

I bet all you guys are together now, having a great time at the dyno:o
If I'm not mistaken with the world clock, it will be another 4-5hours till I can hear the news...
Hurry up damn it:D

 

I'm envious. I wish I could have at least gone there to watch. I hate being at lousy work.