3 rotor RX8 engine bay progress
That 7 just gave me a flash back.
01-18-2012, 07:28 PM
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Hope you don't mind really liked the build so i posted some pictures on tumblr! :] If you want anything else added (Pictures, Build info, stats just let me know!)
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01-18-2012, 10:47 PM
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Yes I did. Thanks for all the help. It doesnt run perfect but im hoping to get someone fine tune it.
no problem
Hope you don't mind really liked the build so i posted some pictures on tumblr! :] If you want anything else added (Pictures, Build info, stats just let me know!)
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02-01-2012, 09:18 PM
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Don't...he pays more money in roasted tires and broken axles then all of the NHRA teams combined! 
Angle...I have a question bro...Do you know anyone that can repair or beef up the stock tranny?? I am really getting tired of the tranny issues. I really don't want to run into any issues when I'm racing.
Angle...I have a question bro...Do you know anyone that can repair or beef up the stock tranny?? I am really getting tired of the tranny issues. I really don't want to run into any issues when I'm racing.
02-01-2012, 10:47 PM
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maybe we can call mazda and break a deal with them.. Ill buy all the axles and you buy all the transmissions. lol
now on a serious note, what kinda racing you will be doing? I want a piece of the action. what problem are you having with your tranny? I just gave one away like 3 days ago.. It was sitting for a very long time.. I could have given it to you...
now on a serious note, what kinda racing you will be doing? I want a piece of the action. what problem are you having with your tranny? I just gave one away like 3 days ago.. It was sitting for a very long time.. I could have given it to you...
02-02-2012, 06:14 PM
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LMAO!!! I'll need a tranny for every month of the year so I am sure we can get a good deal. 
Ever since December I've been going on a racing spree...I've already competed in 3 autocross events in 1 month...LOL! I really want to keep the pace to about 1 or 2 autocross's or track days per month as money permits.
I'm also looking into saving for the TurboBlown kit (goal is 350 wHP) but I am having serious tranny issues. Remember I posted a while back about getting my tranny replaced? Well, that bitch is having syncro issues now after only a few months. Thankfully, it has 6 months of warrantee (which is almost gone) but the next tranny I am getting has 60k miles on it and I am worried it will have the same problem after a few months of driving/racing. I need a permanent solution to this ****. My brother mentioned the syncros are made of brass and should be easy to replace with a steel alternative but my mechanic said if your going to tear that thing open you might as well replace all bearings (I think he said bearings??). I'm worried this **** will turn into a money pit. I'll be in Hollywood this Saturday at MazdaPros all day getting the tranny replaced. I hope this **** is fixed permanently this time but I don't think so.
Ever since December I've been going on a racing spree...I've already competed in 3 autocross events in 1 month...LOL! I really want to keep the pace to about 1 or 2 autocross's or track days per month as money permits.
I'm also looking into saving for the TurboBlown kit (goal is 350 wHP) but I am having serious tranny issues. Remember I posted a while back about getting my tranny replaced? Well, that bitch is having syncro issues now after only a few months. Thankfully, it has 6 months of warrantee (which is almost gone) but the next tranny I am getting has 60k miles on it and I am worried it will have the same problem after a few months of driving/racing. I need a permanent solution to this ****. My brother mentioned the syncros are made of brass and should be easy to replace with a steel alternative but my mechanic said if your going to tear that thing open you might as well replace all bearings (I think he said bearings??). I'm worried this **** will turn into a money pit. I'll be in Hollywood this Saturday at MazdaPros all day getting the tranny replaced. I hope this **** is fixed permanently this time but I don't think so.
02-03-2012, 11:31 AM
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LMAO!!! I'll need a tranny for every month of the year so I am sure we can get a good deal.
Ever since December I've been going on a racing spree...I've already competed in 3 autocross events in 1 month...LOL! I really want to keep the pace to about 1 or 2 autocross's or track days per month as money permits.
I'm also looking into saving for the TurboBlown kit (goal is 350 wHP) but I am having serious tranny issues. Remember I posted a while back about getting my tranny replaced? Well, that bitch is having syncro issues now after only a few months. Thankfully, it has 6 months of warrantee (which is almost gone) but the next tranny I am getting has 60k miles on it and I am worried it will have the same problem after a few months of driving/racing. I need a permanent solution to this ****. My brother mentioned the syncros are made of brass and should be easy to replace with a steel alternative but my mechanic said if your going to tear that thing open you might as well replace all bearings (I think he said bearings??). I'm worried this **** will turn into a money pit. I'll be in Hollywood this Saturday at MazdaPros all day getting the tranny replaced. I hope this **** is fixed permanently this time but I don't think so.
Ever since December I've been going on a racing spree...I've already competed in 3 autocross events in 1 month...LOL! I really want to keep the pace to about 1 or 2 autocross's or track days per month as money permits.
I'm also looking into saving for the TurboBlown kit (goal is 350 wHP) but I am having serious tranny issues. Remember I posted a while back about getting my tranny replaced? Well, that bitch is having syncro issues now after only a few months. Thankfully, it has 6 months of warrantee (which is almost gone) but the next tranny I am getting has 60k miles on it and I am worried it will have the same problem after a few months of driving/racing. I need a permanent solution to this ****. My brother mentioned the syncros are made of brass and should be easy to replace with a steel alternative but my mechanic said if your going to tear that thing open you might as well replace all bearings (I think he said bearings??). I'm worried this **** will turn into a money pit. I'll be in Hollywood this Saturday at MazdaPros all day getting the tranny replaced. I hope this **** is fixed permanently this time but I don't think so.
why not swap to the 5-speed rx-7 tranny... They are longerz lasting tho...
cant recall if the mx-5 is also a directz bolt on...
02-03-2012, 12:06 PM
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I am going to bet that 1) alot of the guru's will disagree about the longevety in compareson to our tranny and 2) your talking about custom fitting a different tranny into a car. Chances are I will have to change the drive shaft and fab tranny mounts and whatever else necessary to make it work. This would involve a ton of money. I could easily use that money to rebuild my current tranny and make it much stronger if I had that kinda money but I don't. I need a more economical solution.
I think the Mx-5 tranny may be the same unit.
What I am trying to determine is if I upgrade the syncros will it resolve the issues permanently...I think they might and my brother could help me in replacing them. I have to ask him.
02-04-2012, 10:35 PM
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I am going to bet that 1) alot of the guru's will disagree about the longevety in compareson to our tranny and 2) your talking about custom fitting a different tranny into a car. Chances are I will have to change the drive shaft and fab tranny mounts and whatever else necessary to make it work. This would involve a ton of money. I could easily use that money to rebuild my current tranny and make it much stronger if I had that kinda money but I don't. I need a more economical solution.
I think the Mx-5 tranny may be the same unit.
What I am trying to determine is if I upgrade the syncros will it resolve the issues permanently...I think they might and my brother could help me in replacing them. I have to ask him.
what aboutz the 09 tranny for the s2 units... just short of minor wiring work and ure good to go...
02-06-2012, 04:49 PM
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My best bet money wise is to get a blind fold and ear plugs and find myself some 90 year old rich lady that wants me for my body.
02-07-2012, 01:26 AM
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02-08-2012, 02:04 AM
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EXCELLENT THREAD !!!
02-08-2012, 06:24 PM
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02-09-2012, 07:30 PM
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this will be my next mod when my current box goes, then i will be saving for an FD straight cut dog engagment gear set