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08-20-2008, 09:04 PM
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Hey guys, i just got a 2004 black six speed 8, and i was wondering if there anything differnt things i have to do before i turn on/off the car???
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08-20-2008, 09:20 PM
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One thing to not do is crank her up cold, move a short distance and shut her off...she'll flood. ALWAYS allow her to warm up to normal driving temp!
There are lots of threads here on this issue if you'll use the search engine. This place is one of the most informative car forums I've ever been on. Just about any question you have has probably already been asked and answered a hundred times, but If you are still concerned after looking for the answer to something, don't hesitate to ask. Just acknowledge you've searched first or get the flame suit handy!
There a lots of great people here, but they love to mess with the newbies! 
There are lots of threads here on this issue if you'll use the search engine. This place is one of the most informative car forums I've ever been on. Just about any question you have has probably already been asked and answered a hundred times, but If you are still concerned after looking for the answer to something, don't hesitate to ask. Just acknowledge you've searched first or get the flame suit handy!
There a lots of great people here, but they love to mess with the newbies!
08-20-2008, 09:30 PM
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dont hate...just rotate!!
^and to get flamed on.... thats all i see now-a-days on here
but yes she basically covered it for you....
oh and dont forget to redline at least once a day.. keeps the carbon away and guaranteed to put a smile on your face lol
but yes she basically covered it for you....
oh and dont forget to redline at least once a day.. keeps the carbon away and guaranteed to put a smile on your face lol
08-20-2008, 10:14 PM
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One thing to not do is crank her up cold, move a short distance and shut her off...she'll flood. ALWAYS allow her to warm up to normal driving temp!
There are lots of threads here on this issue if you'll use the search engine. This place is one of the most informative car forums I've ever been on. Just about any question you have has probably already been asked and answered a hundred times, but If you are still concerned after looking for the answer to something, don't hesitate to ask. Just acknowledge you've searched first or get the flame suit handy! There a lots of great people here, but they love to mess with the newbies!
There are lots of threads here on this issue if you'll use the search engine. This place is one of the most informative car forums I've ever been on. Just about any question you have has probably already been asked and answered a hundred times, but If you are still concerned after looking for the answer to something, don't hesitate to ask. Just acknowledge you've searched first or get the flame suit handy!
There a lots of great people here, but they love to mess with the newbies! okay cool, but what is the normal or average temp i should start it at for my 8?
08-20-2008, 10:49 PM
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if the needle moves, you're good to shut it off.
if the needle moves, you're good to shut it off.
08-21-2008, 01:33 AM
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Needle should be somewhere shy of the middle.
08-21-2008, 01:58 AM
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Yes! Before turning off the car you must exit the car and do the "rotary dance"with arms flailing,then open both front and rear drivers side doors do the RX8 "embrace". Then and only then can you turn the car off. Many owners early on failed to do so and truly angered the rotary gods. The gods then unleashed the evil and much dreaded Flood Gnomes to teach them the ways of the Renesis. The rest is history...
Enjoy!
08-21-2008, 02:59 AM
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Yes! Before turning off the car you must exit the car and do the "rotary dance"with arms flailing,then open both front and rear drivers side doors do the RX8 "embrace". Then and only then can you turn the car off. Many owners early on failed to do so and truly angered the rotary gods. The gods then unleashed the evil and much dreaded Flood Gnomes to teach them the ways of the Renesis. The rest is history...
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
"rotary dance" "rx8 embrace" 
"flood gnomes"
08-21-2008, 06:05 AM
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Ahhhh seeing this thread brings back memories of a mutch more brutal time. Where a question like this would unleash an insurmountable flame that would burn hotter than the atmosphere of Mars.
I believe my first thread was titled, "Help, white pasty gunk on the end of dipstick!" LOL. I was almost banned for that one. You learn pretty quick to use the search function.
Welcome to the club new guy
I believe my first thread was titled, "Help, white pasty gunk on the end of dipstick!" LOL. I was almost banned for that one. You learn pretty quick to use the search function.
Welcome to the club new guy
08-23-2008, 01:32 PM
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Welcome to the Addiction Paul.....and as you can see by some of the responses here, we have some members in dire need of an intervention!
Enjoy the ride, and don't worry about the perma-grin. It's normal!
Enjoy the ride, and don't worry about the perma-grin. It's normal!
08-23-2008, 01:39 PM
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actually the atmosphere of Mars is typically around just below 0F in the tropic parts most of the Martian year. And since the "air" on Mars is mostly (95%) carbon dioxide... it wouldn't burn.
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