That is pretty hardcore getting it tattoed on...but it makes for a great conversation piece I bet. Do any of you know the name or a color code or anything for the Orange colored writing on our B Pillars. I know it is Orange but I am trying for an exact match.

 

I just got my Front Splash Guards, too bad it is snowing here...Will post some pics once I get them installed.

 

first of all ya gotta know that I love tats.....its an addiction just like a lot of other things in my life.....LOL like CARS!!
Ive got this obsessive/compulsive personality if you will....
just to give you a heads up....its nice and small...a little dainty I might add...besides I like Asian characters...Ive got one Korean, one Chinese and now one Japanese character tat....what can I say!!!

tats

 

cant help ya there Vati - cant wait till ya get pics of the guards...

 

Hi all,

Got my Shinka in late September; di not see this thread until a local 8 club member told me about. (RedSheDevil, I'd be lost in this Forum black hole without you!) Anyway, no mods yet, saving to go to Japan in Feburary. Going to Hiroshima and take a factory tour. Mods will be dependent on the limitations of B Stock in Solo II. Some comments:

Shinks, you tatoo is awasome. Even it was across your forehead, it is cool, and I greatly admire your dedication to your passions (Shinkas, roses, your kids).

Black cherry shouldn't be masculine or feminine. It was a design choice and accurately represents the tradition that Mazda maintains of special editions. Look back at the Nardi Miata, the M Editions, etc. Rarely has there been significant mechanical upgrades for a Mazda special editions. Besides, it is beautiful, and the reason I like it so much is that it looks so much more refined and classy than the regular color combos.

Yes, clear corners are on the mod list, and Shinks, you are more than welcome to stop in Chicago and install them for me!

Will post some pictures when I figure out how.

Look forward to talking with you guys,

Sakura-chan

 

Hey, I do know how to post pictures! Neat!

 

Welcome to the shinka clan....

I'd seriously consider getting the front chin airdam, aero package and a spoiler, makes a world of difference looks-wise.

Mine has RB intake with cold air extension, hymee exhaust, exhaust finishers, stock spoiler and aero package. Will be doing mazdaspeed suspension with RB sways in early spring. Wheels and tires the year after and supercharger the year after that.

Are you driving it in the winter? Hope not.

 

Here's my Skinka. Got her back in Aug. this year. Took these pics not long after I got it. That nasty little dealer sticker has since been removed.

 

great pics......welcome to the world of the shinka!!!
any mods in the mix?
clear corners are a must on a shinka!! that was my first mod!

 

Any turbo Shinkas out there?

 

Any Shinka owners use, or had a dealer porter or car wash attendent use, wheel cleaner that ruined the finish of the wheels? My dealer's porter used their regular stuff and it made the wheels look like they have baked-in brake dust. They want to send the wheels in to refinish them, but I am thinking I want new wheels as I am leary of the finish the wheel shop will give them, as well as the durability in the elements (I am in Chicago and drive Sakura all year round). Any thoughts?

 

not yet.....but im gonna seriously consider it in a couple of years...when some good choices are available and all the problems are worked out.....I like that interceptor x emanage....

 

neva had the problem....I would ask for new rims....be assertive!!

 

I guess I'm the first turbo Shinka? My O2 simulator will be here hopefully next week and I can then have it tuned. So far I have the Greddy kit, Type RS BOV, and a custom 3 " turbo back exhaust with Magnaflow Mufflers. I'll post the dyno results as soon as it is done.

 

noice!!!! got any pics....are you using the greddy emanage or something else?

 

I've had my Shinka since June 05. It's my second RX8. I had a blk base 6spd, took it into the dealer for an oil change at around 24k miles. They were pushing this little beauty into the showroom, and well....I just had to.

The dealer gave me $22k for my old car, which I had only paid $25. Nice value retention.

These are 18" Kazera w/ Dunlop M3s from Tirerack. I'm super impressed with the dry performance of these tires. Low noise, nice grip, no roll. Just a little softer than my OE Bridgestones. I'm not concerned about snow now, the tread looks like I could take on my neighbors jeep in a muddin contest

 

I see what ya mean about the tires.....should be no problem in the snow, mud, sleet or hail!!!

clear corners would be a nice mod with that black cherry....that was the first one I did....one of many I might add!!
Im all modded out til I get some $ for a turbo maybe next year...

 

Using the Greddy E-Manage. I'm still waiting for my O2 simulator to arrive so that I can get it tuned. Hopefully this week. I'll post the graphs when Im done and pictures of the exhaust.

 

Well thanks Shinka213, now all I see when I look at my car is orange signal lamps. Guess the fun starts now....

 

clear corners would be a nice mod with that black cherry....that was the first one I did....one of many I might add!!
Im all modded out til I get some $ for a turbo maybe next year...[/QUOTE]

I like the clear corners too, but don't like how it sticks out. Does anyone know if there are clear corners that fit like the stock yellows?

 

Where are you located? and yes you got some hefty tread on those

 

anyone got a ms kit on yet?

 

Not that I am aware of....someone was asking awhile back....all responses were a NO

they really dont seem to be obtrusive IMO...Im up for anything to get rid of the orange...Ive attached my sig for your edification.

 

Wow, I only just found this thread. Just wanted to jump in and be counted. Don't have any pictures, but you know what a stock Shinka looks like.

 

Northern Virginia