Automatic RX8 mods 03+
11-24-2010, 04:40 PM
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I like the TC. Keep in mind that when my transmission went the price between the stock rebuild or level custom build was a few dollars more. I do not want to tell someone to spend like $500 dollars for a higher stall speed TC and be disappointed and blame me. I personally like the higher stall speed.
I like the fact that your able to gain more off the line jump with this
how much did it cost and where did you get it done at again?
02-11-2011, 04:57 PM
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Hey guys:
Just a few thoughts for us fellow AT owners. Our cars are not fast, fast enough to hurt yourself yes, fast enough to take on a 350Z, no. I have fun with mine in fully "manual" mode and always shift at redline. If you baby your AT, it may come back and cause problems down the road. Carbon buildup is a killer with rotaries so when you can, redline your 8 and don't be shy to hear that faint "beeep"
My performance mods so far: (as I have done many many other mods that help with aesthetics)
1. Borla catback exhaust (for sound and looks)
2. CanZoomer Piggyback ECU
3. Racing Beat F/R sways
4. Tenzo R GT-5's 18x8 wrapped around Falken RT-615's
Future mods:
1. Tein springs
2. Rear shock tower brace
3. Turbo/SC when available
Just a few thoughts for us fellow AT owners. Our cars are not fast, fast enough to hurt yourself yes, fast enough to take on a 350Z, no. I have fun with mine in fully "manual" mode and always shift at redline. If you baby your AT, it may come back and cause problems down the road. Carbon buildup is a killer with rotaries so when you can, redline your 8 and don't be shy to hear that faint "beeep"
My performance mods so far: (as I have done many many other mods that help with aesthetics)
1. Borla catback exhaust (for sound and looks)
2. CanZoomer Piggyback ECU
3. Racing Beat F/R sways
4. Tenzo R GT-5's 18x8 wrapped around Falken RT-615's
Future mods:
1. Tein springs
2. Rear shock tower brace
3. Turbo/SC when available
I just bought an 05 AT, and I am always driving in town. This is bad? Should I be using my manual mode?
02-12-2011, 07:12 AM
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Ok, Thanks. The car has a rebuilt engine, I just got it from Mazda. What should my first upgrade be? Cold air intake or exhaust? I would like a nice Exotic sound, not too loud, but head turning.
06-18-2011, 02:44 AM
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First mod is premix gas with 1/2 oz per gal with 2TC 2 cycle oil ( it gives better power and mpg, too so is free).
Second mod-BHR coil upgrade to make sure you're burning off those deposits.
Third mod-put at least a 18,500 GVW tube and fin cooler like Derale on your trans fluid (approx.$50, and can lower temps to save 100 times that much).
Fourth mod-get a good alignment to make sure the rear camber is straightened up (-1.7 instead of -2.0, etc.).
Fifth mod-keep your stock air filter (replace with WIX), but take the two wall baffles out of air filter housing.
Sixth mod-run some thicker oil like Xw40 (almost any late formula MO works).
Most of these mods are free, and most of the ones out there that cost a lot don't do much.
Second mod-BHR coil upgrade to make sure you're burning off those deposits.
Third mod-put at least a 18,500 GVW tube and fin cooler like Derale on your trans fluid (approx.$50, and can lower temps to save 100 times that much).
Fourth mod-get a good alignment to make sure the rear camber is straightened up (-1.7 instead of -2.0, etc.).
Fifth mod-keep your stock air filter (replace with WIX), but take the two wall baffles out of air filter housing.
Sixth mod-run some thicker oil like Xw40 (almost any late formula MO works).
Most of these mods are free, and most of the ones out there that cost a lot don't do much.
06-19-2011, 10:15 PM
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thanks 40w8
im really a beginner on the whole rx8 scene in a way ive had mine for about 6 months probably
so premix i will fer sure buy been hearing a lot of good stuff on it but also wat kind and i just mix it in with the gas?
second wats 18500 gvw tube fin cooler and were they sell it?
my alignment seems good got greddy coilovers for my 8 type s and type r
and my oil filter i did have wix tried getting it again but ended up with the simple fram wich i cant wait to change
and my oil i run 5w-30 gtx high mileage 75,000
if you can help me with any of these or literally if anyone has an opinion or something to help my 8 just pm me love my 8 and wanna make it better thanks guys!!!!
im really a beginner on the whole rx8 scene in a way ive had mine for about 6 months probably
so premix i will fer sure buy been hearing a lot of good stuff on it but also wat kind and i just mix it in with the gas?
second wats 18500 gvw tube fin cooler and were they sell it?
my alignment seems good got greddy coilovers for my 8 type s and type r
and my oil filter i did have wix tried getting it again but ended up with the simple fram wich i cant wait to change
and my oil i run 5w-30 gtx high mileage 75,000
if you can help me with any of these or literally if anyone has an opinion or something to help my 8 just pm me love my 8 and wanna make it better thanks guys!!!!
02-23-2012, 03:34 PM
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i see on your post you put a boot over the AT shifter, how dificult was it to install and which kind did you put on? ive been thinking of doing the same and seen a few replacement boots for the manual and was wondering if its possible from your post i guess it is. any info is greatly appreciated.
thanks,
thanks,
02-23-2012, 03:55 PM
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^really easy.
The screws to remove the center frame around the shifter are by the ash tray. Once unscrewed, go to the cupholder n' look for a small piece that you can pop out (front cupholder @ about 2'oclock). Once you pull that out you can use that to pop up the center frame.
Everything from there is pretty much self explanitory.
The screws to remove the center frame around the shifter are by the ash tray. Once unscrewed, go to the cupholder n' look for a small piece that you can pop out (front cupholder @ about 2'oclock). Once you pull that out you can use that to pop up the center frame.
Everything from there is pretty much self explanitory.
03-07-2013, 02:03 PM
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Im going to contribute to this thread!
2005 Silver RX8
Current
AEM Cold air intake
AgencyPower Midpipe
Plastidipped Rims
Smoked taillights
Future
Borla Catback
Greddy Turbo
Cobb Access Port
RX8Performance Motor Mounts
Velocity Bodykit :D
2005 Silver RX8
Current
AEM Cold air intake
AgencyPower Midpipe
Plastidipped Rims
Smoked taillights
Future
Borla Catback
Greddy Turbo
Cobb Access Port
RX8Performance Motor Mounts
Velocity Bodykit :D
04-24-2013, 05:41 PM
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@40w8: On your fifth mod(Do not take out the two screens). This is the problem with most after market cold air systems is they don't have those 2 screens in them and they throw a cel. Those two screens are there for a reason. The cel is thrown with out the screens because of turbulent air and this makes the mas air flow sensor throw a cel.
I made my own cold air system and left the screens in that section of stock tube and I don't get a cel ad my performance is rocking.
I made my own cold air system and left the screens in that section of stock tube and I don't get a cel ad my performance is rocking.
08-15-2013, 05:35 PM
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I love my auto 8. So far my current mods are a custom single exhaust, and a high flow cat. I premix every tank and redline my car every day multiple times. I only drive in fully manual mode. If you keep the auto in the rev range of 4000-7800rpm this car still moves pretty good IMO for what it is. I have no complaints at all. However I wonder what kind of power the greddy kit set at about 5-6psi would accomplish. I would use a Cobb for tuning and an aem intake. Would this setup be reliable/decent for the money? I'd more than likely get the engine rebuilt before I do this mod along with a bhr ignition.
08-15-2013, 05:39 PM
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Rx8 (unreliable) + turbo (unreliable) + someone saying they will rebuild the engine just because (unreliable) + an automatic transmission (should never have been made) = ?
In all fairness, I wouldn't bother putting that much time and money into it. You can buy a used maxima for the price of a turbo kit and be faster probably.
In all fairness, I wouldn't bother putting that much time and money into it. You can buy a used maxima for the price of a turbo kit and be faster probably.
11-06-2013, 06:38 PM
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Thought I'd add my Mods.. Gutted CAT,o2 Non fouler, Oil Catch Can, See threw Air Box, Ram Air Duct in Front Bumper.. Gun Metal Painted, Rims, rocker Panels, GT Flares, Side Mirror Arms, Exhaust Shrouds, Homemade Fender Strakes, Front Grill, Front Air Dam and Tinted Windows.. Carbon Fiber Wrapped Center Console Trim..
Future Mods.. Aftermarket Exhaust, Hood Struts, Oil Press, Oil Temp,Water Temp Gauges.. Remote Start..
Future Mods.. Aftermarket Exhaust, Hood Struts, Oil Press, Oil Temp,Water Temp Gauges.. Remote Start..
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11-07-2013, 07:04 AM
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Rx8 (unreliable) + turbo (unreliable) + someone saying they will rebuild the engine just because (unreliable) + an automatic transmission (should never have been made) = ?
In all fairness, I wouldn't bother putting that much time and money into it. You can buy a used maxima for the price of a turbo kit and be faster probably.
In all fairness, I wouldn't bother putting that much time and money into it. You can buy a used maxima for the price of a turbo kit and be faster probably.
There are several things that have to be done before you just throw on a turbo or supercharger but it is a rewarding mod. I'll have mine at Seven-Stock.....stop by and see it.
11-07-2013, 07:22 AM
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Phil,
That sounds awesome. I'm actually in the middle of getting an engine now, but boosting the 8 is something I've dreamed about doing. i was planning on getting the greddy kit and adding a whole lot more to it. I had planned on using a cobb ap for tuning. Would swapping the injectors also be important in this setup? From what I have been reading, its all in how the boosted renesis is tuned that will ensure reliabilty correct? Forgive my ignorance but is seven stock in Florida?
One more thing, who is in your avatar?! Good god man
That sounds awesome. I'm actually in the middle of getting an engine now, but boosting the 8 is something I've dreamed about doing. i was planning on getting the greddy kit and adding a whole lot more to it. I had planned on using a cobb ap for tuning. Would swapping the injectors also be important in this setup? From what I have been reading, its all in how the boosted renesis is tuned that will ensure reliabilty correct? Forgive my ignorance but is seven stock in Florida?
One more thing, who is in your avatar?! Good god man
11-07-2013, 02:55 PM
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First mod is premix gas with 1/2 oz per gal with 2TC 2 cycle oil ( it gives better power and mpg, too so is free).
Second mod-BHR coil upgrade to make sure you're burning off those deposits.
Third mod-put at least a 18,500 GVW tube and fin cooler like Derale on your trans fluid (approx.$50, and can lower temps to save 100 times that much).
Fourth mod-get a good alignment to make sure the rear camber is straightened up (-1.7 instead of -2.0, etc.).
Fifth mod-keep your stock air filter (replace with WIX), but take the two wall baffles out of air filter housing.
Sixth mod-run some thicker oil like Xw40 (almost any late formula MO works).
Most of these mods are free, and most of the ones out there that cost a lot don't do much.
Second mod-BHR coil upgrade to make sure you're burning off those deposits.
Third mod-put at least a 18,500 GVW tube and fin cooler like Derale on your trans fluid (approx.$50, and can lower temps to save 100 times that much).
Fourth mod-get a good alignment to make sure the rear camber is straightened up (-1.7 instead of -2.0, etc.).
Fifth mod-keep your stock air filter (replace with WIX), but take the two wall baffles out of air filter housing.
Sixth mod-run some thicker oil like Xw40 (almost any late formula MO works).
Most of these mods are free, and most of the ones out there that cost a lot don't do much.
5th Mod totally wrong!. If you remove the 2 in line baffles you wil likely pick up a CEL. Those baffles keep that from happening. The stock MAFS is sensitive to turbulant air and will throw a CEL. I have a custom air intake and i used it without and it threw a CEL and with the ar baffles i haven't thrown a code since i reinstalled them. I don't recommend removing them unless you like code hunting lol.
11-07-2013, 03:12 PM
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5th Mod totally wrong!. If you remove the 2 in line baffles you wil likely pick up a CEL. Those baffles keep that from happening. The stock MAFS is sensitive to turbulant air and will throw a CEL. I have a custom air intake and i used it without and it threw a CEL and with the ar baffles i haven't thrown a code since i reinstalled them. I don't recommend removing them unless you like code hunting lol.
One has absolutely nothing to do with the mitigation air turbulence, the other does.
One could produce a CEL, the other cannot.
One could produce a rough idle, the other cannot.
it is up to you to research the topic and educate yourself on the matter
11-08-2013, 06:44 PM
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You need to post less, and read up more about Baffles vs Screens.
One has absolutely nothing to do with the mitigation air turbulence, the other does.
One could produce a CEL, the other cannot.
One could produce a rough idle, the other cannot.
it is up to you to research the topic and educate yourself on the matter
One has absolutely nothing to do with the mitigation air turbulence, the other does.
One could produce a CEL, the other cannot.
One could produce a rough idle, the other cannot.
it is up to you to research the topic and educate yourself on the matter
I think my point was made son. I meerly left out the fact that the rear screen does not throw a CEL but again son my point was made and i actually tried the intake with and with out the screens but i guess you missed that right.
11-08-2013, 11:25 PM
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Phil,
That sounds awesome. I'm actually in the middle of getting an engine now, but boosting the 8 is something I've dreamed about doing. i was planning on getting the greddy kit and adding a whole lot more to it. I had planned on using a cobb ap for tuning. Would swapping the injectors also be important in this setup? From what I have been reading, its all in how the boosted renesis is tuned that will ensure reliabilty correct? Forgive my ignorance but is seven stock in Florida?
One more thing, who is in your avatar?! Good god man
That sounds awesome. I'm actually in the middle of getting an engine now, but boosting the 8 is something I've dreamed about doing. i was planning on getting the greddy kit and adding a whole lot more to it. I had planned on using a cobb ap for tuning. Would swapping the injectors also be important in this setup? From what I have been reading, its all in how the boosted renesis is tuned that will ensure reliabilty correct? Forgive my ignorance but is seven stock in Florida?
One more thing, who is in your avatar?! Good god man
Seven Stock is Cali.......