digitalmonkey79

Hi my name is Cam. I recently traded in my car for a 2005 Mazda RX8. I have been obsessed with rotary engines since I was young. I finally have one! It runs great..just sometimes on warm starts it takes longer to start it.

Anyways, I just wanted to introduce my self you you all and I look forward to chatting with you in the future.

When you suggest an APEX seal replacement or and engine replacement?

Its running really well, except for those warm starts occasionally.

Thanks,

Cam.

RIWWP

iTrader: (2)

Welcome, but I don't understand your question.

digitalmonkey79

Due to warm start up probs....should I just get a new fuel pump, or have the engine looked at or replaced due to low compression?

Mysterion

Hi and welcome! As far as I can figure, your question entails whether and/or when to do a rebuild. As to that, the way to tell is to get a proper rotary compression test from the Mazda dealer or a reputable rotary rebuilder. That will indicate the health of the engine and whether or not you will require a rebuilt engine or rebuild.

Meanwhile, I would recommend reading the following repeatedly until it feels as though your eyes might explode. There is a LOT of useful information and tips within and might answer any other questions you may have.

https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-f...t-here-202454/

digitalmonkey79

Thank you very much for the information. I truly appreciate it. Thank you!.

bishop1950

I just bought a 2004 RX8 . this site will help you . Do a compression check that will tell you condition of engine ,,,
Mine checked out ok ... major tune up underway ...damn it will fly !!!!
Have fun !!!! Zoom zoom
Welcome

digitalmonkey79

Does anyone know of any good replacement part installers in the Pacific Northwest? I can do a lot, but down the road, it may come down to engine or apex seal replacement, and I have no place or equipment for that type of endeavor.

-Cam.

digitalmonkey79

Thanks Bishop, I will definitely have the compression check done and a tune up. I appreciate it.

digitalmonkey79

Awesome, I scheduled a compression and diagnostic check for Wednesday. In the meantime, I was able to keep up on all the fluids and the fuse sensors. Finally the check Engine light went off and stayed off, but we'll see. I love this car and will do whatever I have to, to keep it going.

madisonswift31

Welcome to abroad.

gwilliams6

Welcome

EpikYummeh

I live farther up north but I've heard Jerry's Little Car Shop in Kent is a great place to go. They specialize in Mazdas and have for something like 30 years. Give them a call.

digitalmonkey79

Thanks, I really appreciate it. I will definitely give them a call. I just want to go from front to back and list the problems, if any, from serious to get it done sometime. That way I know exactly what I need to do.

Thanks again.

digitalmonkey79

Well, I'm getting new sparkplugs, coils, catalytic converter, and exhaust system. Compression was good, and apparently the original owner put a new engine in, so the new one only has 52k. Not bad for a 2005. Looking forward to see how she drives and starts.

japanclaudio

i also just recently purchased a 2004 mazda rx8 and I'm loving it. This is my first standard car so I'm still learning how to drive it. Any tips to make me better at driving a stick.

Star09

Howdy from Texas, digitalmonkey79!

I bought my 2009 less than a month ago and I'm getting to know it a bit and will be purchasing the BHR ignition soon. Should solve some of my issues.

Enjoy your car!

digitalmonkey79

Hello!

Manual vehicles are the best. Especially with the sporty RX8. It gives you complete control of RPMs, speed, etc.

Just practice and you'll get really good at it. For the RX8, you need to make sure you press the accelerator and give it a lot of gas while you let off the clutch.

I've only driven manuals my whole life and the RX8 is so smooth when shifting, I love it. There isn't really a good technique. Everyone has there own. Just practice a bunch and you'll love it.

digitalmonkey79

Yeah star09 that should help a bunch! Thanks for your welcome. Texas has got to be a lot different from Washington State LOL. Today I got a tune-up, new coils, sparkplugs, catalytic converter and exhaust system. OMG it runs so good now. I love it. These cars are the best!!!!!! Enjoy! And glad to meet you!

EpikYummeh

Lucky you, I've done the ignition, getting a new cat/midpipe soon, and a new engine in a few months.

bishop1950

So glad your compression checked out ! Good engine ...
A friend of mine who works at the Mazda dealership when he found out I bought an 8 said ( Drive the **** out of it so it wont blow up ) LOL
It is a blast to redline it in second !!!
Most fun you can have with your clothes on !!!!!
Other Newbies welcome !!!!

digitalmonkey79

Hey EpikYummeh, Nice, lemme know how it feels with the new engine. It turns out mine only has 50k on it. They engine was replace with my previous owner at 25k. So that is awesome. I'm getting new shocks and struts this coming week so that will be nice.

digitalmonkey79

Hey Bishop, yeah you are right! These Rotary Engines are meant for speed and power. They got to be revved up. So what I do everyday is this:
1. Start up: Warm up and rev up until the temp need moves
2. Drive good, but keep in low gears for a bit to keep the rpms high
3. During drive almost red-line at least once.
4. When stopping. Park. Rev engine to 2.5-3k for 10 seconds then turn off engine right away.

So far its worked amazingly. I feed her oil every 2 gas fillups, and keep the coolant on track.

Legot

iTrader: (1)

That sounds complicated.

Do you rev the engine in neutral to heat it up? Just driving around in low gears (under 4k rpm) will get it to temperature faster. My coolant temp is usually up to ~70c by the time I'm out of the neighborhood. You can get rid of step 1 and not sacrifice longevity.

Redlining is great, but it's not 100% necessary every time you drive (it is fun though!)

Revving from idle to ~3k when parking is completely unnecessary, and makes you look silly to people who drive automagics. If your vehicle is in good health (and/or has one of the more recent Mazda flashes) you won't flood, especially when it's hot. Mine's never flooded even on sub 20ft trips starting from cold.

Checking the oil is a great thing to do though! I need to start doing it as often as you, lol.

Khurram

Welcome to the Forum..Congrats you got yourself a fun blasting 8 :-)

Agree with Legot ^^ ..No need to rev and shut the car..

Also, don't rev up when you start from cold, just drive normally keep it under 4k rpm and accelerate moderately.

whenever you get a chance, read the new / potential owner thread as many times as you can.

All the best

digitalmonkey79

Yeah it runs great! I just put in a sway bar today, and tomorrow I'm getting the new shocks, struts, and front undercarriage. (mine is all tore up)LOL.