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12-28-2007, 10:28 AM
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My coils and spark plugs are done and need new ones... just ordered a turbo kit and my wallet is pretty much empty but this package doesn't include the spark plugs right? I think i'm gonna cry... quality parts cost so much lol
12-28-2007, 11:35 AM
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if i read correctly .. the only reason the stock wires or RX8 specific aftermarket wires will not work is because of the new location they would not be long enough ... so if your wires are long enough they should work ... again .. thats just what i am picking up from this post
12-28-2007, 11:41 AM
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if i read correctly .. the only reason the stock wires or RX8 specific aftermarket wires will not work is because of the new location they would not be long enough ... so if your wires are long enough they should work ... again .. thats just what i am picking up from this post
But in a nutshell...if your wires fit perfectly now...then you need new ones because they will not with the upgrade.
12-28-2007, 11:44 AM
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now ... the question is ... is if you for some reason have wires that will fit ... or make your own wires... could you purchase the kit without the wires included???
12-28-2007, 12:37 PM
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12-28-2007, 01:45 PM
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12-28-2007, 01:51 PM
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I think it is still a standard connection, its just that its different. The 8 has female coils(a hole where the plug wire goes into), V8's usually have a male at the distributor and therefore the wire must be female on this side of the connection. However, it is still an "over the counter" plug wire and could be replaced if they go bad years down the line. I know all this because the coils we are using are male and new wires were also needed.
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12-28-2007, 02:02 PM
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I think it is still a standard connection, its just that its different. The 8 has female coils(a hole where the plug wire goes into), V8's usually have a male at the distributor and therefore the wire must be female on this side of the connection. However, it is still an "over the counter" plug wire and could be replaced if they go bad years down the line. I know all this because the coils we are using are male and new wires were also needed.
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You could not just walk up to a counter and say, “Hey I need a set of cables for a 04 RX8”. You would have to worry about finding the right length as well as the right connector. I see your only option being to pay someone to terminate a custom set for you if you do not have the equipment to-do it yourself or mail order them.
For me I could just run down the street and get a set, for those cross country it becomes a greater issue.
12-28-2007, 02:08 PM
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That is my exact concern, if they are new connectors and new lengths if would be difficult to find a replacement down the road.
You could not just walk up to a counter and say, “Hey I need a set of cables for a 04 RX8”. You would have to worry about finding the right length as well as the right connector. I see your only option being to pay someone to terminate a custom set for you if you do not have the equipment to-do it yourself or mail order them.
For me I could just run down the street and get a set, for those cross country it becomes a greater issue.
You could not just walk up to a counter and say, “Hey I need a set of cables for a 04 RX8”. You would have to worry about finding the right length as well as the right connector. I see your only option being to pay someone to terminate a custom set for you if you do not have the equipment to-do it yourself or mail order them.
For me I could just run down the street and get a set, for those cross country it becomes a greater issue.
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12-28-2007, 02:18 PM
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thats what i did... bought the universal Accel kit for a V8 and used four of the plug wires.... now i have four left... so i am thinkin i could use those and not need the new wires with the new coils if i so decide to purchase them
12-28-2007, 02:22 PM
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That is my exact concern, if they are new connectors and new lengths if would be difficult to find a replacement down the road.
You could not just walk up to a counter and say, “Hey I need a set of cables for a 04 RX8”. You would have to worry about finding the right length as well as the right connector. I see your only option being to pay someone to terminate a custom set for you if you do not have the equipment to-do it yourself or mail order them.
For me I could just run down the street and get a set, for those cross country it becomes a greater issue.
You could not just walk up to a counter and say, “Hey I need a set of cables for a 04 RX8”. You would have to worry about finding the right length as well as the right connector. I see your only option being to pay someone to terminate a custom set for you if you do not have the equipment to-do it yourself or mail order them.
For me I could just run down the street and get a set, for those cross country it becomes a greater issue.
Hmm, save $75 now, maybe more from Esmeril later?
12-28-2007, 03:20 PM
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dd aka mister poopy pants, how can you fault us for including custom plug wires for your 8?
we are just trying to make sure you have all of the options you will need....SELL SELL SELL< BUY BUY BUY!!!!
charles, i'm just organized that's all ....LOL....
flyboi, we sell spark plugs on our site that are a lot cheaper than the factory plugs. give me a call if you would like to purchase a set.
You must always keep your spark strong......
we are just trying to make sure you have all of the options you will need....SELL SELL SELL< BUY BUY BUY!!!!
Betsey thought I was out west already and she STILL called me at 9:30 a.m. EST. Not a bad wake-up call I suppose......
My coils and spark plugs are done and need new ones... just ordered a turbo kit and my wallet is pretty much empty but this package doesn't include the spark plugs right? I think i'm gonna cry... quality parts cost so much lol
You must always keep your spark strong......
12-28-2007, 03:48 PM
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12-28-2007, 03:49 PM
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It seems to be that the coils in the rx8 are a wear item and the majority of people have to replace them. I have already changed my plugs once. I just ticked over 50,000 miles. If i'm going to have to replace them soon anyway i might as well pick up an improvement kit.
so my question is ...
At what mileage do people usually see coil failure and should this be something i need to get in the short term?
so my question is ...
At what mileage do people usually see coil failure and should this be something i need to get in the short term?
