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i have an iPhone, I'm not familiar with the device that clears codes, do you have any links for one that you would recommend also compatible with an iPhone
It's called a Bluetooth OBD Dongle or scanner.
There are super cheap ones and expensive ones, you can get a good one for around $20.
You plug them into your 8's OBD port under the dash.
Dirt bikes have "spark arrestors" for that purpose.
BTW, louder is not faster.
ahh I thought spark arrestor was the same thing as a resonator, don't car that much about the speed, it goes pretty good stock I just love the sound of a loud exhaust
Why do you want to be hated by everybody in a 1/2 mile radius?
The other unasked question:
On a scale of 1 - 10, how old are you?
Also, you're going to hate your car at cruising speed. The drone will make your ears bleed.
how about the unanswered questions, what specific pre mix brand and ratio would somebody recommend and what are some good Mazda tuning shops in pa.....it would be much appreciated if people would just answer the questions without the bullshit! We were all young and upcoming at one point without much knowledge, obviously I want to learn some stuff or I wouldn't be on here if I wanted to hear bullshit I would have drove to my local sheets gas station and asked all the uneducated hammer mechanics that walked through the door what their thoughts on the subject were
seriously **** you guys that are posting and aren't even answering the question with legit answers
thanks to the ones that actually gave some legit info
how about the unanswered questions, what specific pre mix brand and ratio would somebody recommend and what are some good Mazda tuning shops in pa.....it would be much appreciated if people would just answer the questions without the bullshit! We were all young and upcoming at one point without much knowledge, obviously I want to learn some stuff or I wouldn't be on here if I wanted to hear bullshit I would have drove to my local sheets gas station and asked all the uneducated hammer mechanics that walked through the door what their thoughts on the subject were
seriously **** you guys that are posting and aren't even answering the question with legit answers
thanks to the ones that actually gave some legit info
There is a thread where you can ask questions without people being sarcastic.
As for premix, if your stock OMP is intact, then half ounce per gallon should be sufficient. If you don't have OMP, then you may need a quart per gallon. Personally, I use Idemitsu Premix, but it can be hard to get. Any 2-stroke oil with JASO FC and ISO should be fine, really.
Billyrx8, a little advice:
You're new here as we all once were.
However, many of us began by respectfully asking questions seeking knowledge.
Your original post was demanding and smacked of ignorance, not a good way to start.
That's why the first responses you received (including mine) were not as helpful as you would have probably liked.
Since you replied earnestly without getting butthurt, I decided to help you, even though many of the questions you asked were easily answered with a simple Google search.
That in part is why you are still receiving curt replies, and your last post reverted back to the tenor of your first.
Honestly, I'm surprised you haven't received more hostile treatment.
When I first joined here 5 years ago there was a lot less tolerance for "noobs looking to be spoonfed".
Those perceived 'noobs' received very little help as opposed to those (like me) who asked questions respectfully, and were often given links to research as opposed to given outright 'spoonfed' answers.
Those who appeared to try to seek answers through searches as directed before asking
more questions (yes, we can tell) received more helpful answers than those who continued to ask common, easily answered questions.
I suggest you adjust your attitude before you alienate many more veteran members, several who have already responded to you, and I would think they now will be less inclined to offer any more assistance in the future.
Honestly, the best part about your thread is how demanding you come across.
Basically, when I read what you've typed, what I see is "I DEMAND YOU SPOON FEED ME INFORMATION BECAUSE I CAN'T BE BOTHERED TO READ AND LEARN. ALSO, DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING I DON'T WANT TO HEAR. ONLY THINGS I WANT TO HEAR."
So, right there, right off the bat, you've started on the wrong foot with most people.
Then, you're openly proclaiming that you want to drive around and make everybody else with an RX-8 look bad. Which, you know, is just awesome.
Finally, your response to people who know more than you (and they do because otherwise you wouldn't be demanding information from them) is angry scorn. Well, what did you expect?
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ALSO, DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING I DON'T WANT TO HEAR. ONLY THINGS I WANT TO HEAR."?
I think this is the key to all of this. Op, if you dont want to listen to others advice then dont ask questions, just do whatever you want. After all its your car, and your free to do as you like. However, this doesnt mean its the best or smartest decision, the people around here know what they are talking about.
Also, I'm in PA - its a big state. Where exactly are you located? I could give you some suggestions around the Philly area as that is what I am familiar with.
As everyone have said before, decat and no resonator is loud, extremely loud. Depending on where you live, you WILL get pulled over if you are not extremely careful. Mine is decat with TurboXS catback, their resonated midpipe is nice but their resonator will last you about 3 months or so, that's when it get ear piercing loud. I just added an auger style muffler insert and is more bearable, but have to weld it inside the midpipe to make sure it works as it should.
Also, read that link that BC just posted, then read it again about 10 more times, is like a bible for RX8 owners.
As everyone have said before, decat and no resonator is loud, extremely loud. Depending on where you live, you WILL get pulled over if you are not extremely careful. Mine is decat with TurboXS catback, their resonated midpipe is nice but their resonator will last you about 3 months or so, that's when it get ear piercing loud. I just added an auger style muffler insert and is more bearable, but have to weld it inside the midpipe to make sure it works as it should.
Even with the stock cat, rotary can be pretty damn loud. I remember rev the car up a bit(5~6k RPM), and some people turned their heads to look at my car. It's not hard to get unwanted attention.
The bigger problem, IMO, is the frequency the rotary emits. If you have a loud, deep V8, it's not as bad as a loud, sharp and piercing rotary.
I think the general consensus here is that BHR mid-pipe is the best mid-pipe. It almost sounds like OEM, only a little bit deeper.
08-11-2017, 05:25 PM
