Matrx8's build thread
06-09-2012, 09:07 PM
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careful with that foam filler, make sure it doesnt deform anything while expanding. Not sure it will happen, but you have said some pieces are pretty flimsy, so if the foam starts pushing on one side it COULD deform the bumper...
06-10-2012, 12:23 AM
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Well, I just went on a bit of a buying spree. I got a pair of these in red:
And 1 of these:
And 1 of these (in red):
I've been looking to replace my steering wheel, shift ****, and e-brake, they're getting worn out. I picked up a steering wheel from Yale02 a while ago, so now I'm done with that at least.
And 1 of these:
And 1 of these (in red):
I've been looking to replace my steering wheel, shift ****, and e-brake, they're getting worn out. I picked up a steering wheel from Yale02 a while ago, so now I'm done with that at least.
06-10-2012, 08:45 AM
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As far as the wheels go, I can't afford to replace brand new tires with brand new tires, I just don't think it's worth the investment. Brilliantblackrx8 said I should use 245/40/18s instead of the 225/45/18s I have on there now. When I get new tires I'll do that, but for now they can stay. I'll be calling an AirREX dealer in Phoenix on Monday and have him order the parts, he said it takes 30-45 days to arrive because they're manufactured, fitted and tested in Taiwan and they have to go through customs. Going to be I believe 3600 for the entire kit which includes all 4 struts and bellows, air compressor, air tank, electronic solenoids, and all hoses and fittings. Their wireless system is 5200, but I don't think it's worth it to be able to stand outside your car and say "look what I can do *beep* *raise*". It's fully assembled and leak tested at the factory.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/dropped-233511/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/dropped-233511/
06-10-2012, 03:30 PM
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Airrex isn't too bad compared to other out of the box air systems out there.
The average driver would be throwing money away by purchasing $3600 coilovers. That would be a mistake, haha.
The average driver would be throwing money away by purchasing $3600 coilovers. That would be a mistake, haha.
06-11-2012, 08:25 PM
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Tomorrow I'm having 245/40/18s installed, They're BFGoodrich all season sport, or something like that, will post pics.
Also, I went to a car audio shop today, they're going to mount my 8" Kicker woofer between the seats and cover the box with a red leather that's almost identical to the stock interior, should look very nice.
Also, I went to a car audio shop today, they're going to mount my 8" Kicker woofer between the seats and cover the box with a red leather that's almost identical to the stock interior, should look very nice.
06-11-2012, 09:00 PM
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it looked better before you started adding 'mods'
06-11-2012, 10:24 PM
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And I quote ahem:
Believe me it could've been SO much worse. I'm not only doing appearance mods, I'm trying to do everything I can while keeping it NA.
Speaking of which, the only thing on that list you can possibly accuse me of is having an outrageous body kit but wait, OTHER people on this forum have similar body kits too! omg!
Believe me it could've been SO much worse. I'm not only doing appearance mods, I'm trying to do everything I can while keeping it NA.
Speaking of which, the only thing on that list you can possibly accuse me of is having an outrageous body kit but wait, OTHER people on this forum have similar body kits too! omg!
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06-13-2012, 10:11 PM
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Tires were installed today, 245/40/18s. BFGoodrich super sport all season. They look much better, I'll post some pics tomorrow or Friday, my cell phone's camera is FUBAR and my camera's battery is dead.
06-15-2012, 11:39 PM
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New speakers from JM Audio, and a Kicker subwoofer in the passthrough.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/passthrough-makeover-234609/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/passthrough-makeover-234609/
06-23-2012, 02:12 AM
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New pictures. Tires are about an inch and a half taller than the 225s. Good call Brilliant Black.
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06-23-2012, 09:57 AM
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Why did you get all season tires? Sorry man, those tires didn't change the look at all IMO. Those headlights would fit well on your car though. And don't remove that crash bar if you value you and your passengers lives.
