what should i buy to boost my rx8's performance?
ok so i know theres a lot of posts that probably ask the same question but i'm new to this and well idk where to start
I bought an automatic RX8 a couple of months ago and now i want to make it faster and well i wanted to know what i could do to boost its performance a bit but not spend way too much money. Something affordable but at the same time it does a good job at boosting my cars performance Thanks in advanced for the help |
dan - your turn ....
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How about.......a great looking girlfriend.....;) ( or boyfriend depending on gender and persuasion)
Everyone will be so busy looking at him/her they won't notice you have an automatic :) |
Originally Posted by Brettus
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dan - your turn ....
Me :)...LOL |
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There are a lot of different mods that are available for the Rx-8 but only give you minimum hp gain but if you managed to get your hands on a flux capacitor, you could possibly reach excessive speeds of 88 mph.
http://store.zeckhausen.com/catalog/...zmap=FC.121.99 Flux capacitor is roughly $45,000. A replica will cost you only $250. |
nice bugee lol oh and should i spend my money on performance first or on how it looks?
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Bling :).....or a turbo...your choice :)
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turbos are a bit too much money for now lol i think i'd rather get the mazdaspeed body kit :)
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Originally Posted by Prestigeous21
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nice bugee lol oh and should i spend my money on performance first or on how it looks?
A new catback system would maybe give you a 3-4bhp gain, running catless I think around 12. Racing Beat Revi Intake would maybe give you a 2bhp gain, headers might help a bit, but that's about it really unless you go turbo or supercharged, but I wouldn't recommend it with an auto 8 because the transmission can't support the added horsepower. What you should invest in is upgrading your coils, spark plugs, wires, etc as you said in your thread that you just purchased the vehicle and what's more important is the reliability of your motor and that's a pretty good way to start since you probably don't know when the last time they were replaced. |
Originally Posted by LifeAfterRx8
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... go turbo or supercharged, but I wouldn't recommend it with an auto 8 because the transmission can't support the added horsepower.
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Either a mazdaspeed badge or a miata. Driving the miata will make your automatic 8 feel faster.
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Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto 1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured) 2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you) 3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands) Disadvantages: Manual 1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab) 2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears) 3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol). |
Maybe a better set of tires?
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Originally Posted by monchie
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Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto 1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured) 2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you) 3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands) Disadvantages: Manual 1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab) 2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears) 3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol). |
I've seen so many of these threads. For the love of God, try searching.
That being said, the '8 was never meant to go fast in a straight line (N/A, at least). It excels in cornering and handling. If you wanted more power, the truth is you should have bought a manual - they have more power, plain and simple. Instead, spend your money on things to make the car run better/smoother. i.e. coils, plugs, wires, insulate a/c lines, plug/direct radiator air flow, grounding kit, etc. These things can be relatively cheap and will help out the car and save you money in the long run. |
Originally Posted by Prestigeous21
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turbos are a bit too much money for now lol i think i'd rather get the mazdaspeed body kit :)
bumper $1700 rear under spoiler $1300 spoiler $750.00 fogs $ 450.00 side skirts $ 600.00 = $4800 plus tax.. but thats here in canada turbo 4-5k, plus finding a real ms kit :Wconfused |
WTF another thread on this topic today???
I haven't been drinking so i must be losing my mind |
Originally Posted by monchie
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Why you guys hatin' on automatics? Auto's and manuals have advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages: Auto 1. Only use 1 foot (specially if the other foot is injured) 2. No need to concentrate (car will change gear for you) 3. No headaches on bumper to bumper traffic (just relax your hands) Disadvantages: Manual 1. What if 1 foot is injured (oh well, call a taxi cab) 2. Need to concentrate (don't forget to press the clutch and shift gears) 3. Bring Excedrin to take out the pain if stuck in bumper to bumper traffic. Anyway, back to the op's question, i have no comments whatsoever, because some members here will just flame me on whatever i say (they don't trust me...lol). |
not to mention he starts of by saying both have advantages and disadvantages, and then proceeds to mention only advantages for autos, and only disadvantages from manuals ...
annddd not to mention that neither of the 3 listed is a disadvantage at all unless you dont know how to drive worth a damn... |
Originally Posted by Prestigeous21
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I bought an automatic RX8 a couple of months ago and now i want to make it faster and well i wanted to know what i could do to boost its performance a bit but not spend way too much money. Something affordable but at the same time it does a good job at boosting my cars performance
The next best thing is going to be seriously sticky tires, and a track day at a great road course track. BC. |
The Billy Madison thing was funny as SH!T!!!
I am still laughing. YaxMan = Flamed |
still Laughing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Buy two things
1. A souped up mustang 2. A big strong chain to pull your ride with |
i cant believe so many of you are still going strong on these forums.
still so many noobs to deal with. whats up bret, dan, yax, charles, pico? still taking care of all these retarded questions i see. :) |
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