Picked up a 2004 RX8, what are the first main things to check?
08-29-2008, 01:01 AM
#1
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Picked up a 2004 RX8, what are the first main things to check?
My nearest Mazda dealer had a 1 owner 2004 RX8 with 18900 miles on it. They had it listed for 18k but i talked them down to $16,500. I got all the service records for the car and it was brought it for all recalls and had regular oil changes. It is my first MT and I'm loving it, but I'm new at this car stuff and any information would be much appreciated.
08-29-2008, 02:34 AM
#2
Welcome.
This should get you started:
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx8-faq-new-owners-116484/
Wealth of information is on this site, so search on topics you are inquiring about before posting (chances are, its been asked).
Get to know others in your region (regional forums towards the bottom of the main page).
This should get you started:
https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx8-faq-new-owners-116484/
Wealth of information is on this site, so search on topics you are inquiring about before posting (chances are, its been asked).
Get to know others in your region (regional forums towards the bottom of the main page).
08-29-2008, 08:39 AM
#3
Around 25k miles on the car i would change the coils and spark plugs and also use a can of bg44k fuel system cleaner at your next fill up. Thye coils and spark plugs should be changed around every 30k or some for peak performance. And the bg44k will help clean out the carbon build up.
Last edited by invasion08; 08-29-2008 at 10:16 AM.
08-29-2008, 11:21 AM
#4
Administrator
iTrader: (7)
mohavie, wecome!
spark plugs should be checked. Brown is okay, black is bad
check the air filter to make sure it's not too dirty and just follow routine maintenance.
enjoy!
spark plugs should be checked. Brown is okay, black is bad
check the air filter to make sure it's not too dirty and just follow routine maintenance.
enjoy!
08-29-2008, 05:17 PM
#5
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Oregon
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'd recommend 2 things: Because the Renisis engine is a sandwich of dissimilar metals, let it reach operating temperature for a few minutes BEFORE you romp and stomp on it. If you don't, you may be risking internal and external oil and coolant leaks that will require an engine replacement. I speak from experience, here.
Buy a case of Idemitsu Racing Rotary Fuel Lube (Premix) and use it every time you fill the tank with gasoline. You'll find lots of information about premixing on this website and about Idemitzu here:http://www.rotorsportsracing.com/per...g/idemitsu.htm.
I hope this helps.
Buy a case of Idemitsu Racing Rotary Fuel Lube (Premix) and use it every time you fill the tank with gasoline. You'll find lots of information about premixing on this website and about Idemitzu here:http://www.rotorsportsracing.com/per...g/idemitsu.htm.
I hope this helps.
08-29-2008, 07:09 PM
#6
Registered
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Toronto ON
Posts: 600
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
New coilpack and spark plugs by 35k. Also change out the stock rear differential fluid ASAP. Power steering harness connector will come loose at some point, it's a simple fix.
recalls
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
dweezil22
NE For Sale/Wanted
12
09-09-2015 10:50 AM
Mr.Durden
RX-8's For Sale/Wanted
4
08-12-2015 02:21 PM