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WonderWorks 02-03-2015 02:07 PM


Originally Posted by G_ man (Post 4661402)
Terrorising Canadian streets this spring?????
Just let us know when your out and about so I can keep my car parked. Thanks

Im on the west side of the GTA so your safe ;)

LSXREX 02-03-2015 08:30 PM


Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8 (Post 4661181)
He was banned. But there is a 99.9% chance it is not running yet.

Runs great actually.


Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8 (Post 4661232)
He went off the deep end in the "free for all" swap opinions thread. I didn't even get to see his rant they deleted him and banned him by the time I went back to the thread.

I didn't say anything that wasn't far off from what was being said to me. Mods love me I guess, oh well.


Originally Posted by G_ man (Post 4661347)
That sucks, now we're never going to know if it doesn't work right

Updates coming soon. I'll probably just post when the car is finished bc of all the anal retentive critics who drive stock cars.

9krpmrx8 02-03-2015 09:40 PM

If it runs great why wait? I look forward to the results.

LSXREX 02-03-2015 10:36 PM

Patience grasshopper. I drove it about 50 miles over the last couple days. Had to put it back up on stands to do the AC lines and finish tidying up. May have to revisit the exhaust. It's strong enough as is but feels a bit choked up top. Could be the rx8 catback (DUH!!!!). It's gonna work well "for now."

LSXREX 02-09-2015 06:53 PM

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archwisp 02-09-2015 08:45 PM

From these photos, it looks legit. Well done. How well does it corner? Also, how about a quick video of it cranking to life and idling?

I'm not trolling, I'm genuinely curious to see how well this can be done.

LSXREX 02-09-2015 08:47 PM

Doesn't seem too upset. Probably not as nimble as it was with the dildo motor and I may have gained 100ish lbs. haven't really been too brave with it yet. I keep stepping out the rear anytime I go near the throttle. Not bragging just have to readjust my driving style to this car. It's also VERY quiet. I may build a 2nd exhaust for it without cats and full 3" and bullet mufflers.

archwisp 02-09-2015 09:03 PM


Originally Posted by LSXREX (Post 4663250)
Doesn't seem too upset. Probably not as nimble as it was with the dildo motor and I may have gained 100ish lbs. haven't really been too brave with it yet. I keep stepping out the rear anytime I go near the throttle. Not bragging just have to readjust my driving style to this car. It's also VERY quiet. I may build a 2nd exhaust for it without cats and full 3" and bullet mufflers.

No need to rag on the rotary so much :) Personally, I love the rotary but I can appreciate a V8 done well. I've had a couple over the years.

Anyway, yeah, you could target a much bigger tire with that much torque. I'm running a 275 in the rear on a 9.5" wheel and it still breaks loose with the stock rotary.

yokohamaboi 02-09-2015 09:04 PM

Please hook up a go pro!

LSXREX 02-09-2015 09:07 PM

It's just tough love. I won't change the wheels. I figure the biggest tire I can get on this wheel is a 245/40 so that will have to do. I am gonna go look for an 8.8 IRS and get to work if I can't figure this out. The wheel hop is horrible. May also be tired shocks. Rides fine though. Yesterday, when I was messing with a guy in a C5 I was having violent tire shake up to 50ish mph. Maybe just driving style.

LSXREX 02-09-2015 09:08 PM


Originally Posted by yokohamaboi (Post 4663256)
Please hook up a go pro!

Anytime the gopro is present the hooligan stuff either gets me in trouble or crashed. Two bike crashes and one very near arrest to prove it.

yokohamaboi 02-09-2015 09:58 PM

Mazda RX8 Subframe Bushing Set- StockSuspension Give this a try plus differential bushings.

LSXREX 02-09-2015 11:35 PM

Man that's a lot of money. I'm gonna start with tires and see what that does. I'm waiting for Siskell and Ebert to roll through.

9krpmrx8 02-10-2015 12:01 AM

The race guys have run 285's on stock sized tires. Glad you got it running, it sounds like a nightmare to drive though. I can't really say nice ride yet because it is still hurting pretty bad looks wise. But if you getting looking proper then I will give you props. I still need to see it in person so I can point out all the stuff you should redo properly. I am still going to drag your ass as well :)

LSXREX 02-10-2015 12:50 AM

unless you are gonna give me an inspection sticker you wont be doing any checking over my work. i can do a one second review of what should be redone under your hood and it rhymes with Henisis. as far as looks go. well thats as far as they go. SAR shut down so the only option is Little River.

Legot 02-10-2015 02:12 AM

It's nice that you actually got it done, so good on you, but do you ever stop bitching?

archwisp 02-10-2015 07:00 AM


Originally Posted by Legot (Post 4663285)
It's nice that you actually got it done, so good on you, but do you ever stop bitching?

Well, you guys are kinda egging him on. Don't accuse him of always complaining if all you are doing is the same.

As far as the car goes, it's gonna need some bigger tires.

LSXREX 02-10-2015 08:18 AM


Originally Posted by Legot (Post 4663285)
It's nice that you actually got it done, so good on you, but do you ever stop bitching?

Yeah right. I can always expect kind words from a guy still running a renesis. Do you come into the frankenstein area on accident every time

200.mph 02-10-2015 08:21 AM


Originally Posted by LSXREX (Post 4663318)
Yeah right. I can always expect kind words from a guy still running a renesis. Do you come into the frankenstein area on accident every time

:uhh: you do know this is rx8 club right and the rx8 comes with a renny in it?

can you please post a vid

LSXREX 02-10-2015 08:42 AM


Originally Posted by 200.mph (Post 4663323)
:uhh: you do know this is rx8 club right and the rx8 comes with a renny in it?

can you please post a vid

Im aware. You know this is the Frankenstein section where Rennys are unwelcome. Vids coming soon.

200.mph 02-10-2015 08:45 AM


Originally Posted by LSXREX (Post 4663336)
Im aware. You know this is the Frankenstein section where Rennys are unwelcome. Vids coming soon.

yep. im hungry and will gladly eat crow/give props once you prove us all wrong. any eta on vid?

LSXREX 02-10-2015 10:34 AM

videos should be up this week. im also gonna try to get it weighed but the nearest certified station is an hour away. guess ill flex its road trip muscles. but for now im shaking it down and ironing out the little things.

9krpmrx8 02-10-2015 11:41 AM


Originally Posted by LSXREX (Post 4663277)
unless you are gonna give me an inspection sticker you wont be doing any checking over my work. i can do a one second review of what should be redone under your hood and it rhymes with Henisis. as far as looks go. well thats as far as they go. SAR shut down so the only option is Little River.

You better get that inspection sticker sorted before March 1st, they go away after that. And if I see your car, I will inspect it. I do what I want. I can give you some pointers on how to make it presentable.


Originally Posted by archwisp (Post 4663303)
Well, you guys are kinda egging him on. Don't accuse him of always complaining if all you are doing is the same.

As far as the car goes, it's gonna need some bigger tires.

Hopefully the egging him on helped motivate him.


Originally Posted by LSXREX (Post 4663404)
videos should be up this week. im also gonna try to get it weighed but the nearest certified station is an hour away. guess ill flex its road trip muscles. but for now im shaking it down and ironing out the little things.

I think there is one south of Buda on 35, at the truck stop. Get that thing ironed out.

rx8inpma 02-10-2015 02:44 PM

help
 

I need help. I have no launch! Ties willnot hook. I am in the process of changing of the rear bushings now and also changingout some linkage to help with wheel hope.(the wheel hope is not bad but I’mdoing the upgrade anyway. But, I would love some input on drag set up with mysuspension. Any ideas or pros and cons?

MOTOR: 1999 Z28 5.7 LS1

Nitrous Shot: 150

Heads: 243 LS6

Camshaft:Hitech Motorsports 224/232

ThrottleBody: LS1

Intake& Air Filter: LS1

Headers:hooker

Exhaust:3”

Carburetor:EFI

Computer ECU Chip Upgrade: LS1

Ignition:LS1

SparkPlugs:NKG

FuelInjectors: LS1

FuelPump: Walbro

Transmission:t56

Differential: Stock Mazda

Radiator: LS after market

Suspension: Stock Mazda

Wheels: Stock Mazda

BrakeRotors/Pads: Stock Mazda

Tires: Hoosier Drag radial 275/40x17

Weight with driver (lbs): 3400

9krpmrx8 02-10-2015 02:49 PM

Real drag slicks and upgraded suspension (do your homework).


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