Location: Philadelphia, PA
Model: 2004 RX8

Objective: I'm trying to do some mods to my car and would like to see what forum members have to offer.

Things Looking for:

1) Lowering Springs(Bought from Alzorz)
2) Ignition coil kit
3) Sparks Plug
4) Brake Rotors(Front and Rear)
5) Cobb AP
6) Catback Exhaust
7) Sway Bars

Note: Please don't be afraid to post anything else that I might need for beginner modifications. Also post your item along with price that include shipping. Thank you.

 

you should add sway bars. IMO, they are one of the first things people should do.

 

Thank you for the advice I will add that to my list as well.

 

are you going to the HIB meet in Central NJ on Sunday?

I have aftermarket shocks with Tanabe springs on them that I am selling.. check my thread here: https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-parts-sale-wanted-44/bilstein-hd-shocks-tanabe-gf210-springs-cheap-196845/

there are quite a few people from Philadelphia coming to the meet!

 

You should search about the pulleys. You should also look into alz0rz's deal because you have to remove the struts just to put the springs on anyway. Nice time to upgrade both (being lowered speeds up strut breakdown anyways).

 

I have a full set of Hawk HPS brakes pads, brand new in box. PM me if you are interested.

 

i pm'd you

 

if anyone wants to sell him some stuff from socal I'm going to philly tomorrow in the am, so I can be your personal UPS.

 

pm'd you back. sorry I wont be able to make it to the meet because I have work late on Sundays.

 

Just bought the Tanabe GF210 from Alzorz. Thank you!

If anyone else have what I'm looking for please post your Item.

 

I have an Agency power pulley and a big brake kit if your interested.

 

i have ap pulley for 80 bucks

 

Thank you for the offer, but right now I'm thinking about SRmotorsport pulley kit.

 

What kind of brake rotors are you looking for?

New, used only?

 

I'm looking for a new set of brake rotors to replace the OEM front and Rear. I want the replacement to be Drilled slotted. I don't necessary need expensive ones at the moment. This replacement is specifically for a better look.

 

The spark plugs and ignition are not really things that are a priority in modding. Sure it does help a lot but use your stock stuff first and let those run its life before you buy others...its more of a maintenence upgrade.

What are you trying to achive through modding. Better looks, sound, performance?

 

What do you mean by this? Reducing carbon buildup?

 

Is that for lower carbon buildup? Also, the lower temp that the fan turns on! Helps preventing high temps in traffic jams and canyon carving!

 

I see. I misread this to mean that you lower OMP volumes, but now I see you meant to increase them. Sorry for the diversion.

 

...CRH...coming in to one up me huh....but ya that guy knows what he is talkin about. I guess in other words what I was trying to say...dont buy it as a performance mod in mind (even though it does perform better) but as a reliability mod.

/end thread jack...

 

I looking to mod my RX8 for:
Looks: 20%
Sound: 20%
Reliability: 30%
Performance: 30%

 

No because I'm new to this. All I know is that I would like the car to perform above average, sounds great, and looks good, but not sacrificing too much reliability.

At the moment I'm leaning on BHR ignition setup, SRmotorsport pulleys, and Greddy SP2 catback exhaust. I already have an AEM intake and Tanabe GF210 springs. If you guys know what is better for the car then please enlighten me. Thank you.

 

"better" is always dependant on what it is you want to improve and what it is that you do with the car. For example out of all the spring options, some are "better" for track, some "better" for street, some "better" for show, and others aren't "better" at anything.

Improving reliability, you are making a decent start with the BHR ignition, but I would also add the ReMedy water pump and thermostat as well. If you are in a hot climate, upgrade the radiator as well. An AccessPORT will allow you to turn on the fans earlier as well, among other things. It is a tool though, not a solution, how well you use the tool is up to you.

I also think a midpipe is a reliability enhancement, after seeing what a failed cat did to my 8.

The midpipe and AccessPort are also the 2 biggest performance enhancers short of forced induction.

Pulleys aren't going to be doing much for you, if anything. I wouldn't waste the cash. I've never seen any proof that they do anything but spend your money for you.

 

Sounds like a good mod list there....except they dont make the Greddy SP2 anymore...you gotta get that from another member somewhere for go with the Greddy SE.

What do you got in mind as far as looks go?

 

I like the GenF Front right now.