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lgilbert50 06-29-2013 08:37 AM


Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8 (Post 4493951)
A beast? :lol:

Alright perhaps not a beast but before Mazdamaniac 0 to 60 time was 6.1 sec. per Torque app, after 5.4 sec. I understand Torque is not the most accurate but the readings are an average of many. A drop of almost a second is pretty good in my book.

Brettus 06-29-2013 02:51 PM


Originally Posted by lgilbert50 (Post 4494154)
Alright perhaps not a beast but before Mazdamaniac 0 to 60 time was 6.1 sec. per Torque app, after 5.4 sec. I understand Torque is not the most accurate but the readings are an average of many. A drop of almost a second is pretty good in my book.

I'm sorry to say this but you are deluded to think you could possibly get a whole second quicker 0-60 just from a tune (even if it was from a maniac) . You might gain 10 whp on a really good day just from the tune which will get you 3/5ths of f*ck all off your 0-60 time .

lgilbert50 06-30-2013 08:15 AM


Originally Posted by Brettus (Post 4494254)
I'm sorry to say this but you are deluded to think you could possibly get a whole second quicker 0-60 just from a tune (even if it was from a maniac) . You might gain 10 whp on a really good day just from the tune which will get you 3/5ths of f*ck all off your 0-60 time .

Just reporting the results I got, but the fact is I got a 3/4 sec. improvement and i'm quite happy with the mods.

Brettus 06-30-2013 03:37 PM


Originally Posted by lgilbert50 (Post 4494367)
Just reporting the results I got, but the fact is I got a 3/4 sec. improvement and i'm quite happy with the mods.

Take it to the dragstrip - if you break 14.8s (stock 8 time with good driver) I'll eat my hat :) .

longpath 06-30-2013 05:04 PM

All of my mods are focused on flexibility, durability, and convenience. I was already perfectly happy with the performance of the RX-8; but I wanted to give it a greater indifference or resistance to mishap, since I plan to teach my 5 year old how to drive in it when she is old enough.

• BHR ignition coils
• Pirelli P-Zero Nero RFTs 245/40R18 (same weight as the OEM 225/45R18 Bridgestones)
• Rotary Rasp LED brake lights (faster warning to hopefully reduce my likelihood of being rear ended)
• LED 3rd brake light (same reason as above)
• Evans waterless coolant

Next mods:
• Griffin aluminum radiator
• Autobahn88 silicone hoses

NO_PSTNS 07-01-2013 08:30 PM

exidy super light flywheel it's like a whole new car out on the track

not to mention the exidy triple plate that i got along with it that i just beat the crap out of and the clutch loves it

04Green 07-02-2013 08:58 AM

Light Flywheel. Hands Down. With OEM style clutch would have been even better.

paimon.soror 07-02-2013 09:40 AM

i want a flywheel, but i am too scared to do a tranny mod in my garage w/o a lift lol

no-coast-punk 07-12-2013 09:41 PM

Cobb AP + an E-85 tune.

9krpmrx8 07-13-2013 10:46 PM

:lol:, E85 tune? You boosted at least? If so what setup?

paimon.soror 07-13-2013 10:54 PM

he has a thread showing his custom tune

supergoat 07-20-2013 06:50 AM

Aux port. Easily my favorite mod so far, makes road trips much better.

As far as a performance mod, it will always be my OBX exhaust. The sound makes me happy.

skc 07-20-2013 07:15 AM

I enjoyed all my mods that I have progressively added over the last 9 years. The Hymee supercharger is certainly the most loved, especially for daily driving. Whenever, I want a thrill I simply floor the throttle and quick gear changes will see some tail wagging action.

pdxhak 07-20-2013 10:05 AM

Favorite mod are all these combined: tires, coil overs, corner balance, alignment
Adding the turbo kit is a lot of fun but also all the worrying that comes with it does not make it the most satisfying. Well that is until I bury the tach :)

Jazzmeson 09-17-2013 12:44 AM

Favorite performance mod would have to be the BHR ignition; gives me peace of mind on my car.

4DRcoupe 09-17-2013 07:03 AM

Best single mod?
 
Changing my final drive to 5.125...Best mod for me! on street and on track...

slvrstreak 09-17-2013 07:49 AM

best mod...
well that depends on what you consider "best"
best for performance? realiability? comfort? price?
and what's the price range? sure some mods are better than others but, you may have to spend 10Xs as much
well considering that this is the performance section I'll base it on performance mods by price range

< $100 - good alignment...makes a world of difference
$100 - $200 - Progress Tech front sway bar...one of the best handling mods IMO hands down
$200 - $500 - Cobb AP w/ MM tune...helps realiability, car runs smoother and pulls harder
$500 - $1000 - Good sticky tires...no explaination needed
$1000 - $2000 - 5.12 ring & pinion...kiss your mpg good-bye
$2000 - $5000 - Forced Induction...I won't say anymore than that because I am slightly biased ;)
$5000 - $10,000 - some big boy suspension...Motons/Penske/etc
> $10,000 - all of the above...oh and add a good engine build while you're at it

TeamRX8 09-17-2013 04:37 PM


Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8 (Post 4499862)
:lol:, E85 tune? You boosted at least? If so what setup?

there are some small gains to be had there NA ...

TeamRX8 09-18-2013 12:55 PM

this is a deserving place for this as well; the best way to go fast is to invest in yourself ...

https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1379526846

Mercatis 09-18-2013 10:05 PM

Haha, nice.

hoosier1104 10-21-2013 07:02 PM

Best mod - new motor
2nd mod - lowering spring

Those are the only 2 mods I have done but the first one was needed to make the car run correct.

All_Day_Dre 10-22-2013 03:41 PM

Tires...tires and more tires

Redcallen 01-14-2014 08:13 AM

AFE Short Shifter.

I8yourv8 01-18-2014 08:20 PM


Originally Posted by Redcallen (Post 4561059)
AFE Short Shifter.

everyone says this, whats so wrong with the stock shifter?

yomomspimp06 01-18-2014 08:43 PM

get the AFE and you'll love the rifle bolt action...


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