Search tips, index and resources
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#50
Thread Starter
Search tips, index and resources
Since the new users are lazy and the older ones are tired of replying to the same questions all over again here's a little vademecum to help those in needs.
The format is fairly easy: Question\Symptoms - Search input.
Some insightful threads are linked directly. They are long. Read them!
Of course if "flooding" doesn't work try with "flooded".
First and foremost, start here: https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...t-here-202454/
There are workshop manuals online they tell you what to do in most cases. hint: foxed.ca
Engine:
Hot - Warm Starting issues: Compression test, catalytic converter, starter, ignition coils, spark plugs. Starting issues
Cold Starting issues: engine flooding, Compression test, , spark plugs, ignition, starter, catalytic converter
Milky, foamy dipstick: https://www.rx8club.com/trouble-shoo...estions-49652/
Oil: Synthetic vs Mineral , Oil weight, oil pressure regulator
Premix: Omp, Oil metering pump, Premix
Engine mounts: engine mounts, motor mounts, engine shaking, engine rattle
Compression: power loss, compression test, seafoam, decarb
Catalytic converter: (cat, catalyzer): clogging, glowing, power loss
Ignition: ignition failure, bhr ignition, ignition coils, spark plugs, coils
Misfires (ignition related): Misfires, esps sensor
Engine tuning: cobb accessport, ecu reflash, adaptronic etc.
Coolant light: Coolant light Coolant bottle, coolant bottle's secrets
Drivetrain:
Irregular acceleration issues (6000rpm or so): SSV valve, VDI valve, Lower intake manifold
Clutch pedal: Clutch pedal squeaking, clutch pedal breaking , slipping clutch
Noise in neutral: throwout bearing
Transmission grinding: Anything transmission related. Synchronizers, ball and spring retention. Royal purple max gear , Transmission issues
Steering and suspension:
Power steering failure: Power steering failure
ABS\DSC\TCS lights: Abs\dsc\tcs lights staying on
Random resources:
Cel list, collision guide
Newbie's Guide to Modding the RX-8New and Potential Owners START HERE!
Dumb Question Thread - no flaming or sarcasm allowed
Aggressive Wheel Fitment Thread
Will It Fit Thread
https://www.rx8club.com/exterior-app...dy-kits-13713/
I will add more things at a later time.
If you have suggestions\ideas just post here or drop me a pm.
The format is fairly easy: Question\Symptoms - Search input.
Some insightful threads are linked directly. They are long. Read them!
Of course if "flooding" doesn't work try with "flooded".
First and foremost, start here: https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...t-here-202454/
There are workshop manuals online they tell you what to do in most cases. hint: foxed.ca
Engine:
Hot - Warm Starting issues: Compression test, catalytic converter, starter, ignition coils, spark plugs. Starting issues
Cold Starting issues: engine flooding, Compression test, , spark plugs, ignition, starter, catalytic converter
Milky, foamy dipstick: https://www.rx8club.com/trouble-shoo...estions-49652/
Oil: Synthetic vs Mineral , Oil weight, oil pressure regulator
Premix: Omp, Oil metering pump, Premix
Engine mounts: engine mounts, motor mounts, engine shaking, engine rattle
Compression: power loss, compression test, seafoam, decarb
Catalytic converter: (cat, catalyzer): clogging, glowing, power loss
Ignition: ignition failure, bhr ignition, ignition coils, spark plugs, coils
Misfires (ignition related): Misfires, esps sensor
Engine tuning: cobb accessport, ecu reflash, adaptronic etc.
Coolant light: Coolant light Coolant bottle, coolant bottle's secrets
Drivetrain:
Irregular acceleration issues (6000rpm or so): SSV valve, VDI valve, Lower intake manifold
Clutch pedal: Clutch pedal squeaking, clutch pedal breaking , slipping clutch
Noise in neutral: throwout bearing
Transmission grinding: Anything transmission related. Synchronizers, ball and spring retention. Royal purple max gear , Transmission issues
Steering and suspension:
Power steering failure: Power steering failure
ABS\DSC\TCS lights: Abs\dsc\tcs lights staying on
Random resources:
Cel list, collision guide
Newbie's Guide to Modding the RX-8New and Potential Owners START HERE!
Dumb Question Thread - no flaming or sarcasm allowed
Aggressive Wheel Fitment Thread
Will It Fit Thread
https://www.rx8club.com/exterior-app...dy-kits-13713/
I will add more things at a later time.
If you have suggestions\ideas just post here or drop me a pm.
Last edited by bse50; 04-06-2013 at 02:04 PM.
#3
Legend In My Own Mind
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...rx-8-a-233937/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...t-here-202454/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...llowed-208221/
https://www.rx8club.com/wheels-tires...thread-175356/
https://www.rx8club.com/wheels-tires...thread-133500/
https://www.rx8club.com/lounge-4/boob-thread-224375/
Those are all very important.
Also, something about boosts cause noobs need the boosts.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...t-here-202454/
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-discuss...llowed-208221/
https://www.rx8club.com/wheels-tires...thread-175356/
https://www.rx8club.com/wheels-tires...thread-133500/
https://www.rx8club.com/lounge-4/boob-thread-224375/
Those are all very important.
Also, something about boosts cause noobs need the boosts.
#6
Ultra Noob
iTrader: (1)
Hi bse,
Looking at this as you asked. It's a little difficult for me to speculate, as I found a bunch of these resources by searching myself, but the list is quite comprehensive.
I like that you listed the foxed.ca link to the manual. I didn't find that until last week, and it never occurred to me to have it ready in the first place when I was tinkering with stuff. I usually just followed the instructions on the part I purchased, or find the relevant DIY.
You may want to also list something regarding the appearance packages. I know it's not important to everyone, but I'm sure it would be useful to some.
https://www.rx8club.com/exterior-app...dy-kits-13713/
I also think that while it is certainly useful, it may only alleviate some of the new posts. The search "key terms" is a very good addition, but a lot of the links seem to be stickies already. So if they're ignoring the stickies what would make this thread any different?
I don't really think there is one solution to the issue at hand. I think it will take a concentrated effort on the part of mods, admins, and the community as a whole to move forward. Some of that may just be dealing with the new members posting dumb questions. Post like these definitely make the search easier, but it won't stop the drive-by users looking for quick and easy answers.
Looking at this as you asked. It's a little difficult for me to speculate, as I found a bunch of these resources by searching myself, but the list is quite comprehensive.
I like that you listed the foxed.ca link to the manual. I didn't find that until last week, and it never occurred to me to have it ready in the first place when I was tinkering with stuff. I usually just followed the instructions on the part I purchased, or find the relevant DIY.
You may want to also list something regarding the appearance packages. I know it's not important to everyone, but I'm sure it would be useful to some.
https://www.rx8club.com/exterior-app...dy-kits-13713/
I also think that while it is certainly useful, it may only alleviate some of the new posts. The search "key terms" is a very good addition, but a lot of the links seem to be stickies already. So if they're ignoring the stickies what would make this thread any different?
I don't really think there is one solution to the issue at hand. I think it will take a concentrated effort on the part of mods, admins, and the community as a whole to move forward. Some of that may just be dealing with the new members posting dumb questions. Post like these definitely make the search easier, but it won't stop the drive-by users looking for quick and easy answers.
#7
#50
Thread Starter
It may not be that useful for the reasons you pointed out but it will be plenty useful to other users who will link this thread and let the dbag do his reading
#8
Super Moderator
Nice job G...sticky this and see how she goes...
#12
Bse50, nice job really looks good. I like the way it is categorized. My only question is what makes you think that people who do not search will find this thread? It will be nice if it were made a sticky, however there already plenty of informative stickies and yet we still have the same problem. While I applaud you effort, I am not sure it is going to have the desired effect.
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#50
Thread Starter
Bse50, nice job really looks good. I like the way it is categorized. My only question is what makes you think that people who do not search will find this thread? It will be nice if it were made a sticky, however there already plenty of informative stickies and yet we still have the same problem. While I applaud you effort, I am not sure it is going to have the desired effect.
If somebody doesn't search we can link him to this thread instead of replying with a rude comment!
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