What did you do with your RX8 today?
I could probably go another inch and a half lower but that would destroy my fenders and tires lol.
Looks great man
, what wheels you got there?
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i kind of screwed up. there is this rattle in the dash that's been driving me nuts for months, and i finally got around to fixing it. its been a little frustrating because it doesn't make the noise near my house, particularly, and its been kind of hard to even figure out where its coming from, besides the dash somewhere.
what i should have done was find a road that makes the noise, and removed one part at a time until it was gone.
what i actually did, was to remove everything; center console, radio, nav, glove box, etc, and while the noise is gone, i think its a ton more work.
so i've been putting 1-2 parts back in and test driving it, i'm on test 6-7, only 2-3 more to go...
the red herring, was that if i tap the dash, it makes a noise that is similar to the noise, but isn't...
what i should have done was find a road that makes the noise, and removed one part at a time until it was gone.
what i actually did, was to remove everything; center console, radio, nav, glove box, etc, and while the noise is gone, i think its a ton more work.
so i've been putting 1-2 parts back in and test driving it, i'm on test 6-7, only 2-3 more to go...
the red herring, was that if i tap the dash, it makes a noise that is similar to the noise, but isn't...
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i kind of screwed up. there is this rattle in the dash that's been driving me nuts for months, and i finally got around to fixing it. its been a little frustrating because it doesn't make the noise near my house, particularly, and its been kind of hard to even figure out where its coming from, besides the dash somewhere.
what i should have done was find a road that makes the noise, and removed one part at a time until it was gone.
what i actually did, was to remove everything; center console, radio, nav, glove box, etc, and while the noise is gone, i think its a ton more work.
so i've been putting 1-2 parts back in and test driving it, i'm on test 6-7, only 2-3 more to go...
the red herring, was that if i tap the dash, it makes a noise that is similar to the noise, but isn't...
what i should have done was find a road that makes the noise, and removed one part at a time until it was gone.
what i actually did, was to remove everything; center console, radio, nav, glove box, etc, and while the noise is gone, i think its a ton more work.
so i've been putting 1-2 parts back in and test driving it, i'm on test 6-7, only 2-3 more to go...
the red herring, was that if i tap the dash, it makes a noise that is similar to the noise, but isn't...
I went to the auto store to purchase a new oil filter. I like to buy the BOSCH 3323(SII/2009-2011) oil filter instead of the BOSCH 3300(SI/2003-2008); besides the difference in height, which allows enough area to hold on when removing the filter, the fittings and the inside thread are identical.
At the store shelf when I picked out the box, which is clear, the package contains the familiar black and orange colors of a FRAM filter. Someone had switched the $11 BOSCH and used the FRAM box so he/she only pays $4 for a premium oil filter. Anyway, I instead went to another location near the "Suburbia" (sarcastically) coz' we know the integrity factor in those areas are undoubtedly high.
At the store shelf when I picked out the box, which is clear, the package contains the familiar black and orange colors of a FRAM filter. Someone had switched the $11 BOSCH and used the FRAM box so he/she only pays $4 for a premium oil filter. Anyway, I instead went to another location near the "Suburbia" (sarcastically) coz' we know the integrity factor in those areas are undoubtedly high.
Last edited by Grace_Excel; Jul 17, 2013 at 12:22 PM.
The S2 filter has a higher pressure bypass valve. I run with one on my relocation kit.
I don't have a problem with the Bosch filters. Its the cardboard fram ones I stay away from.
I don't have a problem with the Bosch filters. Its the cardboard fram ones I stay away from.
I buy s2 filters in bulk, only one worth using and compared to other filters they are cheaper!
But, I had that code for a year and a half. Finally fixed it in the beginning of this year coz' I had to smog my car, it won't pass with that code up. Check this DIY I did in this link: P2259 - Locating the Air Solenoid.
Anyway, I struck oil and purchased it this morning at a yard sale. Isn't it a bargain or what? And yes, that is not a type-o
Last edited by Grace_Excel; Jul 28, 2013 at 10:52 AM.
Replaced ssv solenoid, battery, deinstalled my mid pipe and reinstalled my cat, new belts, and a new coil pack all on Friday 
Car is much more responsive, quieter, and idles much smoother.
Car is much more responsive, quieter, and idles much smoother.
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Yes, you still can. Not sure if you were asking a question and want a response
But, I had that code for a year and a half. Finally fixed it in the beginning of this year coz' I had to smog my car, it won't pass with that code up. Check this DIY I did in this link: P2259 - Locating the Air Solenoid.
But, I had that code for a year and a half. Finally fixed it in the beginning of this year coz' I had to smog my car, it won't pass with that code up. Check this DIY I did in this link: P2259 - Locating the Air Solenoid.
I checked out the thread and just wanted to say, that is a very good pictorial on the disassembly for the fix. Thank you. I think even I can do this. cool
