"Mazda expects to recall RX-8s"
08-23-2006, 01:53 AM
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I actually used the excuse once about having to get the rpms up at least once when I drive. The officer didn't want to go along with me on this and I even said it with a straight face. Loved his comment about that. "Did you have to take it through all the gears?!"
"Nope just two, otherwise I would have been up around 150 mph."
That and my winter tire size is different than stock...
Gave me a warning and said have a nice day.
"Nope just two, otherwise I would have been up around 150 mph."
That and my winter tire size is different than stock...
Gave me a warning and said have a nice day.
08-23-2006, 02:26 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Half of you all are the biggest bunch of gloomy, whiney and mopey motherf*ckers I have ever seen.
Its just a g*d d*amn engine, not your blessed, sacred mothers spleen. Its only a part of the car - just a hunk of tin. It won't affect your kharma.
They'll give you a new one if you need it and then you can go back to your unlit, wood paneled basement and play some more WoW with your d*ck in your hand, chatting to your gamies about how your can't believe how sucky Mazda is until 4am.
J*sus f*ck!
Its just a g*d d*amn engine, not your blessed, sacred mothers spleen. Its only a part of the car - just a hunk of tin. It won't affect your kharma.
They'll give you a new one if you need it and then you can go back to your unlit, wood paneled basement and play some more WoW with your d*ck in your hand, chatting to your gamies about how your can't believe how sucky Mazda is until 4am.
J*sus f*ck!
Little intercultural note; as we said here:
ME PARTO LA POLLA (translation: LOL on steroids)
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08-23-2006, 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Half of you all are the biggest bunch of gloomy, whiney and mopey motherf*ckers I have ever seen.
Its just a g*d d*amn engine, not your blessed, sacred mothers spleen. Its only a part of the car - just a hunk of tin. It won't affect your kharma.
They'll give you a new one if you need it and then you can go back to your unlit, wood paneled basement and play some more WoW with your d*ck in your hand, chatting to your gamies about how your can't believe how sucky Mazda is until 4am.
J*sus f*ck!
Its just a g*d d*amn engine, not your blessed, sacred mothers spleen. Its only a part of the car - just a hunk of tin. It won't affect your kharma.
They'll give you a new one if you need it and then you can go back to your unlit, wood paneled basement and play some more WoW with your d*ck in your hand, chatting to your gamies about how your can't believe how sucky Mazda is until 4am.
J*sus f*ck!
08-23-2006, 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by musclecarconvrt
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.
I also am at 50,000 miles and running strong. Always used 5W-20 dino juice, no pre-mix (although I have some coming in the mail just to be sure), rev to 9K at least once a day. NEVER had any problems with the Renesis
I hope that this recall publicity does not mean the end of the Mazda rotary, because I plan on having one in my garage for the rest of my life.
08-23-2006, 08:27 AM
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And that is bullshit. If that voids your warranty, then the speed limiter should be at 100mph or whatever number these asshats think it should be. Since it's not... it's not, and I would call a lawyer over this.
I believe he did talk to lawyer(s).
08-23-2006, 08:53 AM
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Um, it's sick. My best friend's sister's boyfriend's brother's girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid who's going with the girl who saw my RX-8 at 31 Flavors last night. I guess it's pretty serious.
08-23-2006, 09:08 AM
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08-23-2006, 09:11 AM
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Originally Posted by zoned
Um, it's sick. My best friend's sister's boyfriend's brother's girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid who's going with the girl who saw my RX-8 at 31 Flavors last night. I guess it's pretty serious.
Classic!
08-23-2006, 09:15 AM
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Originally Posted by jeffe19007
I love my RX-8! That is why I plan to go the LS1 route if I get an engine failure!
That will be the day...
That will be the day...
08-23-2006, 09:22 AM
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Originally Posted by jeffe19007
I love my RX-8! That is why I plan to go the LS1 route if I get an engine failure!
That will be the day...
That will be the day...
08-23-2006, 09:23 AM
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I agree with MM that it's just a piece of tin - manmade so there are bound to be problems. Mazda is standing up to the plate and replacing any engine that has a problem FREE. I live in the desert also and my 8 has been thru all the temp variations that we have. Yes I've had a few small problems with the air conditioning that took a couple of trips to fix but Mazda fixed it on their nickel. Over heating was never a problem because I had oil cooler and trans cooler installed before it got hot. Still using RP oil and plan on continuing doing so. The rev limiter and I are on a first name basis. I do not expect to have my engine replaced during the recall but even if I do it will be replace under warranty.
08-23-2006, 09:26 AM
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hell yea, that's what i say. I say all of you go V8 swap when the rotary blows up.
08-23-2006, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by jeffe19007
I love my RX-8! That is why I plan to go the LS1 route if I get an engine failure!
That will be the day...
That will be the day...
Ahh so news stations are picking this up now not all of them which most likely means some of the employee's of the station own Rx-8's and brought it up so they posted it on their website. Can anyone confirm if these stations did a bit piece on this upcoming recall? I still find it troubling some dealers know of this recall and others dont know anything (like mine) or say this site is completly wrong.
08-23-2006, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Clavius
Can you name the local news station and give us their website if they have one? Some of us (like me) have dealers who say our website is crazy and dont know jack!
I heard it and saw it on 9News here in Denver. They showed a file video of a red rx going around corners. Here is there web site. I looked over it and could not find a written article about the recall. They did say its because of oil clogging the cat and Mazda would replace the engines. YIKES.
http://www.9news.com/ Ok I found it here http://9news.com/consumer/
So now its posted on a news site
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08-23-2006, 10:02 AM
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Originally Posted by New_Guy
bring your car in to the dealer for your concerns, we want to help but wasting peoples time for no reason is foolish and you are labled as one of those guys reading on the net again. dealers have limitations and are not always the bad guy mazda has a warranty and policy manuel that is binding with the dealers franchise agreement
However, the text I've enlarged above is just stupid. The fact is - this recall is going to happen, and b/c I know more about it than a tech at my dealer I'm seen as "one of those guys reading on the net again"? The dealerships need to be have a bit less ***** envy about these types of forums.
NOTE: As I've said b4 - my service mgr. has been great, and did not give me any BS about the reflash that I knew more about than he did. I was, however, very respectful in asking about it & think that some here may be taking a condescending attitude when dealing w/service reps.
08-23-2006, 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by dmc27
I was, however, very respectful in asking about it & think that some here may be taking a condescending attitude when dealing w/service reps.
That's because we have so many horror stories. Most of the dealer problems start with that sales person who trys to sell cars. The one I use in Denver is fine and they tell you what's going on although they use a Ford service counter that also supports Mazda service.
08-23-2006, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by dmc27
I have consistenly expressed my opinion - similar to MM's - and think this recall points to the fact that Mazda, at the very least, is working towards a solution to SOME owners problem. It's a small amount of 8's, it sucks for those owners, and I'm glad Mazda is not just blowing the issue off.
However, the text I've enlarged above is just stupid. The fact is - this recall is going to happen, and b/c I know more about it than a tech at my dealer I'm seen as "one of those guys reading on the net again"? The dealerships need to be have a bit less ***** envy about these types of forums.
NOTE: As I've said b4 - my service mgr. has been great, and did not give me any BS about the reflash that I knew more about than he did. I was, however, very respectful in asking about it & think that some here may be taking a condescending attitude when dealing w/service reps.
However, the text I've enlarged above is just stupid. The fact is - this recall is going to happen, and b/c I know more about it than a tech at my dealer I'm seen as "one of those guys reading on the net again"? The dealerships need to be have a bit less ***** envy about these types of forums.
NOTE: As I've said b4 - my service mgr. has been great, and did not give me any BS about the reflash that I knew more about than he did. I was, however, very respectful in asking about it & think that some here may be taking a condescending attitude when dealing w/service reps.
Anytime I bring up "I heard/read it on the internet" its to help expidide my problem. Sadly I get blown off more than half the time, my door sills still havent been fixed though I have mentioned "I seen there was a TsB for this issue". Usualy the way I bring it up is nicely and not a "I am GOD since I read the internet." I work in customer service (and they know this) so I'm always nice and very (maybe to much) respectful. I guess its just those small few that give them that bad feeling when anyone mentions "internet" to them, it just soils it for the rest of us.
08-23-2006, 10:27 AM
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[QUOTE=RealityRx8]
Bold statement considering you have not tested any vehicles yet..... I am glad your not my mechanic or dealer.
The statement relates to the area we live in. Cool climate, no excessive heat. With an attitude like yours, Im glad your not my customer. you would make a good "mulligan".
Originally Posted by " I can pretty much guarantee We will not be replacing any engines in our area. ".[/QUOTE
Bold statement considering you have not tested any vehicles yet..... I am glad your not my mechanic or dealer.