"Mazda expects to recall RX-8s"
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Last month during mu break in period I had to take my sister to the airport. (240 Miles round trip) I spent most of the trip on highway driving 65-80MPH in 6th (3-3.5kRPM)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
Originally Posted by WhiteDealershipRice
Last month during mu break in period I had to take my sister to the airport. (240 Miles round trip) I spent most of the trip on highway driving 65-80MPH in 6th (3-3.5kRPM)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
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Hey Zoom44 do you think we could get something setup where moderators can update a bulletin or something to keep people informed of the 'facts'. I know right now it's pretty much all speculationi, but it would be nice t have something organized to look at as things are revealed.
Plus this thread is Gi-Normous. I didn't get a chance to go through it, and it could end-up being huge.
Just a thought.
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WEB SHOWS
Plus this thread is Gi-Normous. I didn't get a chance to go through it, and it could end-up being huge.
Just a thought.
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WEB SHOWS
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Originally Posted by WhiteDealershipRice
Last month during mu break in period I had to take my sister to the airport. (240 Miles round trip) I spent most of the trip on highway driving 65-80MPH in 6th (3-3.5kRPM)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
With the low RPM/light throttle news on this recall... Did I just F**CK up my engine???!!!!
BTW I'm a 2006 model with a build date of MAR/APR2006 (unsure will have to go to the garage to check)
Oh God. We're at red now.
Originally Posted by dmorales
Hey Zoom44 do you think we could get something setup where moderators can update a bulletin or something to keep people informed of the 'facts'. I know right now it's pretty much all speculationi, but it would be nice t have something organized to look at as things are revealed.
Plus this thread is Gi-Normous. I didn't get a chance to go through it, and it could end-up being huge.
Just a thought.
Plus this thread is Gi-Normous. I didn't get a chance to go through it, and it could end-up being huge.
Just a thought.
all the sky is falling stuff is speculation...
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Originally Posted by demob05
I still remember this thread, one of the first I read when I found this forum... Some points sound eerily relevant.
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...eal+loss+power
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...eal+loss+power
Agreed. Of all threads I've read here over the past two years this one has always stuck in the back of my mind. Judge Ito/Mr PnP seems pretty prophetic.
Maybe the remans will be ported and polished.
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Originally Posted by Gomez
Oh God. We're at red now.
Doode, I am not saying that I messed it up, I'm just trying to find out if that is the kind of thing I should avoid doing to help ensure the longevity of my car.
I am not panicking since she runs well, nice and strong, and without any undue drama.
I just REALLY like this car, and care deeply for it so I want to be able to keep it for a very long time.
OK. MEA CULPA for liking my RX-8
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Originally Posted by WhiteDealershipRice
Doode, I am not saying that I messed it up, I'm just trying to find out if that is the kind of thing I should avoid doing to help ensure the longevity of my car.
I am not panicking since she runs well, nice and strong, and without any undue drama.
I just REALLY like this car, and care deeply for it so I want to be able to keep it for a very long time.
OK. MEA CULPA for liking my RX-8
I am not panicking since she runs well, nice and strong, and without any undue drama.
I just REALLY like this car, and care deeply for it so I want to be able to keep it for a very long time.
OK. MEA CULPA for liking my RX-8
Your EPA will get their knickers in a twist....but I'd recommend a heavier multigrade for those in warmer climates in future. Your dealer probably can't legally tell you to do it, but I can.
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Thanks for all the info and updates guys. let's just wait next week when the letters come out and the recalls are done. This thread is rivalling the "Lack of girls w/ rx8's" thread in the photo gallery
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Originally Posted by zoned
Is there any way to upgrade the gerbil to a chinchilla?
I want extra power in the straights!!!!
I want extra power in the straights!!!!
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I can't believe I just read through all 32 pages of this thread, 31 of which were occupied with everyones useless bullshit opinion. 
This thread needs to be locked and replaced with one that has just the facts.
This thread needs to be locked and replaced with one that has just the facts.
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I went through all the pages! It sure took a lot of clicking to find the "useful" information.
I guess we'll see what happens Friday.
From what I have read, I sure hope that my 11/05 build with 11.5K miles doesn't need a new/reman engine. I live in the SF Bay Area so high temps are certainly not a problem.
Either way, I will make sure to rev my car to 8K-9K at least once everytime I drive the car and will most likely start using 5W-30 in my car from this point. It has been fed regular oil from the start.
I guess we'll see what happens Friday.
From what I have read, I sure hope that my 11/05 build with 11.5K miles doesn't need a new/reman engine. I live in the SF Bay Area so high temps are certainly not a problem.
Either way, I will make sure to rev my car to 8K-9K at least once everytime I drive the car and will most likely start using 5W-30 in my car from this point. It has been fed regular oil from the start.
Its all about Style...
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Originally Posted by zoom44
coca cola please 
i dont do coffee
i dont do coffeeWell I guess some of us going to a Car Show in NH this weekend will have plenty to talk about.
Also quick question, I know in the past they used to vin stamp the blocks of american cars(or put a small metal plate on it).. do they still do this today? If so will this mess up cars matching numbers. Yes I watch to much Barret Jackson but since I'm unsure I feel its a legit question ><!
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Originally Posted by JeRKy 8 Owner
I can't believe I just read through all 32 pages of this thread, 31 of which were occupied with everyones useless bullshit opinion. This thread needs to be locked and replaced with one that has just the facts.
This thread needs to be locked and replaced with one that has just the facts.
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I'm over 53K and running strong with alomst no problems. I did encounter the CEL after leaving it on cruise control for a long time last winter. At first they thought it was my MOP but then they decided a really just needed a reflash (back in March) and it hasn't happened again since. I do not like the prospects of a remanufactured enging. I hope mine passes the test.
Sorry man I could only make it through 23 pages of the same thing over and over and over and over. SHEEEESH. I am just going to wait for Mazda to let me know and not speculate on ANYTHING.
