nikitka

Simple question, what is the cheapest way to add some juice to my RX-8. Don't know much about modifications, don't have much money. Whats the best solution to increase horse power by 10-30HP?

Nemesis8

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micrx8

a big VTEC sticker add about 40h/p
if you put a powered by honda your good
for another 15 :D

Noob_for_life

then a nice vinyl that will add about 20 more hp id say

they get cf doors and a cf mirrors that really adds speed

xdrian

I hate it when ppl reply with humorous answers.

Best way to go is get your midpipe done and get a canzoomer unit and tune it to get the most hp. Otherwise you should get a turbo.


Oh and nitrous

RX3+5

Easy. Canzoomer stage 1/2.

Vince

Im_DANomite

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what xdrian said...nitrous oxide. but i wouldn't do that. cheap isn't always a good thing...no, i take that back, cheap is never a good thing. i learned that when my mom used to buy me shoes from walmart...WHY MOM~!?

RX8_Ownz

Is "untuned" canzoomer stage 2 kit worth it?

Good for how much hp?

RX3+5

Stage two untuned on my car feels like 25-35 RWHP.

Vince

RX8_Ownz

25-35whp? wow...very impressive.

I've heard the stage 2 map is very "mild", but 25-35whp on butt dyno?

I gotta think of buying one.

crossbow

Cheapest way to add power is don't take any passengers, turn off the ac, and go on a diet.

expo1

Just a guess based on your Avatar, She has some hidden desire to support the economy of china?

Gambit

canzoomer, lighter flywheel, and a really loud exhaust, like all those civics have

Charles R. Hill

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Now for a serious answer.

Like all other mods, the applicability and value of such is wholly dependent on your particular use and/or expectation. Some other mods, however, are universally beneficial albeit at some expense. A universal upgrade would be the Racing Beat swaybar set. These are very affordable, easy to install, and they tend to cure that nagging wheelhop problem the RX-8 has. To remove the wheelhop will make the car quicker, faster, and more reliable due to less stress on the drivetrain. If you can handle a slightly firmer ride, then the Racing Beat springs are also a good choice as they are intended to work with the stock dampers and are also easily affordable. They also provide roughly a 1/2 inch drop in ride height. Of course, if you are a serious racer or modifier, there is always the option of coil-overs from companies such as JIC or HKS.

As far as power-producing mods go that is where the greatest subjectivity is found. Many people have installed a turbo kit on their RX-8's, and with a decent level of power boost. These kits run around $3,000-$3,200 on-line and take a while to install. Nitrous oxide, on the other hand, provides the same boost level for one-third the cost and is much easier to install. The differences in use and applicability is where the subjectivity comes in. The are a few other threads that cover that discussion already.

The key in any effort at modifying your car is to first have a vision as to what your desired outcome is. Then, any subsequent choices will hold the greatest value for you. If you would like greater detail, p.m. me amd I can tell you what has worked, or not, for me.

CRH

cretinx

Canzoomer seems like garbage

Nitrous is the best $ for $, other than that, can't beat a $3000 GReddy turbo.

finizzle

will stop trashing what you do not have. The canzoomer is promising but will take some tunning a 50 shot of nos is a easy install and you will be pleased with the price and performance.