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Old 03-29-2016, 04:23 AM
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Talking New member and new owner here

Heya everyone, last week I stumbled upon a beautiful blue 04' RX-8 and I was astonished I simple had to take it for a spin. The feel of the car was amazing! You all know that, anyhow I bought it same day and have never had a better car in all honesty. I do fear I need to replace the starter or get new coils maybe, car sounds a bit iffy on start. I've read through most of the stickies, at least I know what I will be looking for in future as well as what to expect if i don't take care of this beaut. But anyhow, hope everyone has an amazing day!
Old 03-29-2016, 04:49 AM
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Welcome.
Good job on doing your research.

Have fun!
Old 03-29-2016, 04:52 AM
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Thanks! Definitely will ;D
Old 03-29-2016, 09:50 AM
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Make sure you post pics!

And verify the condition of your ignition before you venture too much with the rpm range. As BigC likes to say:
Bad ignition kills cats, bad cats kill engines.
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I'll post pics' when I have some better weather, NZ has had some ***** weather for a few days now.
I'll look into what I find wrong and post here in the meantime! Thanks for the kind words.
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Well,my coils weren't that great but my battery terminals were so corroded and rusted!
Cleaned those and the car seems to be a bit healthier already. Time to replace those old coils while I'm at it.
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