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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 05:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Phil's 8
I does give a good added sound - I want to make sure that what I add enhances the sound not destroy it.
When? I don't see that adding a dual res would make it better or worse, just quieter esp. in the cabin. I do like the sound of my DR midpipe though. Deep throaty on the outside very quiet on the inside.
Originally Posted by Phil's 8
if you call be sure and tell me your with the 8 club cuz I'm old and senile.
He doesn't want to confuse you with any of his other GF's.

Originally Posted by ta2dtart
Do any of you know how to test the coils out, so i can make sure i don't go spending a crap load more money than i need to?
I can check them, just come by and bring the bf, I'm 5 minutes away from you.

Drinks! Tonite! Everybody!

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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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hopefully ill have my 8 back early next week
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Old Aug 14, 2009 | 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Phil's 8
I does give a good added sound - I want to make sure that what I add enhances the sound not destroy it.

I don't have any faith in the local Mazda dealers or their mechanics. They will do as little as possible and charge the most they can. I will never complain about the charge but expect them to make an effort. Most of the tests to find the fault can be performed at home in your garage or car port. The DIY sect ion of this Forum is very helpful - you lack tools?- well this is a club and one of us is sure to have what is needed.

Flip, come to the meet next Friday and I'll buy you one (or two) at the place we all end up. Actually that goes for all that come to the meet that are over 21.
^i agree but i figure since i have a few more days of warranty ill try and take advantage of it. i just got a call from them anyway saying that the rotary isnt putting out a good amount of compression so i guess im getting a new engine.

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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 10:24 AM
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im beat
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 02:09 PM
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Some one called Ryan bout my exhaust just wondering if it was any of you guys or not cause he wants to buy it tonight at 7:30.... so if it wasnt one of you guys, last chance is here... he's picking the whole thing up for 250.

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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 09:14 PM
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Old Aug 15, 2009 | 09:58 PM
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Some guy bought the exhaust but not the race pipe so if anyone wants it, 100 and its yours.
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 12:47 AM
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Still gotta take the 8 in for the CEL light that came on... really need a rental/loaner though... dag nabbitt!
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 12:58 AM
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Originally Posted by flip
Still gotta take the 8 in for the CEL light that came on... really need a rental/loaner though... dag nabbitt!
What is the CEL for? I got a CEL light, for mah exhaust sounding too good. You have the same year Shinka like mines. I thought all the bugs were out by 06. How many miles? Let's test it out mang.

Originally Posted by marky702
^i agree but i figure since i have a few more days of warranty ill try and take advantage of it. i just got a call from them anyway saying that the rotary isnt putting out a good amount of compression so i guess im getting a new engine.
Gil just told me who you are, I didn't know it was you. Lucky you, gl on the new engine.

So I came out of the M casino after cashing in on Cyborg's kill of Gina Carano and two ol dudes were standing outside my car talking excitedly about the mods he made on his 8. He said he had CAI, Catback exhaust and Coilovers. I asked him what brand? "Zoom-Zoom" he says. I said MazdaSpeed? he said yeah. Says he bought it brand new in 04 and now has og 168K miles on it. Also he can take turns at 68mph with the coilovers, it used to be 53mph. Says with the Mazdaspeed exhaust it sounds like nothing else out there. I says he doesn't really have an 8. I'll be at the Rhino for a bachelor party if anyone's looking for me.

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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by AJ's Shinka
What is the CEL for? I got a CEL light, for mah exhaust sounding too good. You have the same year Shinka like mines. I thought all the bugs were out by 06. How many miles? Let's test it out mang.
Dunno what it could be for... i don't have a pipe installed to cause a CEL.. my miles are about 41k i thinks...
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by flip
Dunno what it could be for... i don't have a pipe installed to cause a CEL.. my miles are about 41k i thinks...
Just reset the dam cel and see if it comes back. Could have been a misfire - happens all the time.
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by AJ's Shinka

So I came out of the M casino after cashing in on Cyborg's kill of Gina Carano and two ol dudes were standing outside my car talking excitedly about the mods he made on his 8. He said he had CAI, Catback exhaust and Coilovers. I asked him what brand? "Zoom-Zoom" he says. I said MazdaSpeed? he said yeah. Says he bought it brand new in 04 and now has og 168K miles on it. Also he can take turns at 68mph with the coilovers, it used to be 53mph. Says with the Mazdaspeed exhaust it sounds like nothing else out there. I says he doesn't really have an 8. I'll be at the Rhino for a bachelor party if anyone's looking for me.
Should of asked him how many times he's had to get a rebuild... that's a lot of miles, hard to emagine the apex seals havent gone atleast once....
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 12:50 PM
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it is hard to emagine them lasting that long but no unheard of. im still beat. must sleep
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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 10:02 PM
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whats up vegas guys! i've been in vegas since friday afternoon and havent seen anyone's cars! whats up with that! hahah

only like 2 or three stock ones.
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 02:21 AM
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Originally Posted by AJ's Shinka


Gil just told me who you are, I didn't know it was you. Lucky you, gl on the new engine.
^no one does. lol! i have to be honest.. im kinda upset about getting the new engine. it makes me wonder how long this one will last me
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 03:17 AM
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Originally Posted by ta2dtart
Should of asked him how many times he's had to get a rebuild... that's a lot of miles, hard to emagine the apex seals havent gone atleast once....
You sure your BF isn't writing this stuff for you? That would've been a good question. Anyhow, apex seals aren't the culprit on the renny engine, it's the new side ports and side seals getting carb build up from what I have been told and read. I use seafoam to clean out the carb deposits, did it last weekend and got about 20 minutes of thick nasty smoke.
Originally Posted by marky702
^no one does. lol! i have to be honest.. im kinda upset about getting the new engine. it makes me wonder how long this one will last me
Man but you got it right before the warranty expired. At least you will be the one that owns it from the get go. The previous owner probably grannied it which killed it. Mabuhay new renesis!...

Marko borrow the scangauge, get it from Gil or Mike or Phil or Sears if you got cash.

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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by nikkdizzle
whats up vegas guys! i've been in vegas since friday afternoon and havent seen anyone's cars! whats up with that! hahah

only like 2 or three stock ones.
None of the locals hang on the strip

Originally Posted by marky702
^no one does. lol! i have to be honest.. im kinda upset about getting the new engine. it makes me wonder how long this one will last me
OK, PM me.
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 08:08 AM
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LOCAL MEET SCHEDULE

I feel that if we have a scheduled meeting time and day we could get a turn out. As of July 2009 we will have a (one) scheduled meeting on the third Friday of every month. The scheduled meeting will take place every month and we will meet at the In & Out parking lot on West Sahara and will start at 7pm. Some months there will / may be trips to various locations or to get food.

I know that some of you work strange hours and accommodations to the side trips can be made for you.



The next meet will be Friday August 21, 2009 (third Friday). Make some plans so that you will be there
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 04:34 PM
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i try n make this one. i got a white 8 to race
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by @!!narotordo
i try n make this one. i got a white 8 to race

V8 eater huh? What V8 have you raced and won? Is this some type of joke? I hope your not refering to my car ?? You better be packing more than that AP exaust. You have a better chance finding JESUS lol other than that your wasting your time and gas lol. Tell me how my tail lights look after i dust you lol. You NOOB!!!
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 08:01 PM
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no as seen on tv stuff for me!!! lol

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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ЯX-8
I started with stock, had it all hooked up and then went back to stock, almost. I've got different plans for it now, and I'm looking to changing up the look completely different.







Neil, how you been dude? Haven't heard from you in a long time, hopefully everything is good with you!
Car looks good and your making progress how bout doing some work other than appearance wise so you can actually drive it to the meet
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 08:38 PM
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Originally Posted by RMXG8
V8 eater huh? What V8 have you raced and won? Is this some type of joke? I hope your not refering to my car ?? You better be packing more than that AP exaust. You have a better chance finding JESUS lol other than that your wasting your time and gas lol. Tell me how my tail lights look after i dust you lol. You NOOB!!!
i dont need ap. all i need is obx stuff n drift kilz youll be telling me how ma seaform smells when you behind me. besides i never been beat. everyone makes up excuses when they get beat by me . now get me anoder beer!

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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 09:02 PM
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Gentlemen, keep in mind that street racing is illegal and against forum policy. Condoning street racing can get you banned. PMs are in order. Talk your stuff in person at the meet - keep it off the forum.
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Old Aug 17, 2009 | 09:39 PM
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Originally Posted by AJ's Shinka
You sure your BF isn't writing this stuff for you? That would've been a good question. Anyhow, apex seals aren't the culprit on the renny engine, it's the new side ports and side seals getting carb build up from what I have been told and read. I use seafoam to clean out the carb deposits, did it last weekend and got about 20 minutes of thick nasty smoke.

Man but you got it right before the warranty expired. At least you will be the one that owns it from the get go. The previous owner probably grannied it which killed it. Mabuhay new renesis!...

Marko borrow the scangauge, get it from Gil or Mike or Phil or Sears if you got cash.
Not the bf with questions like that. Not all women are completely car ignorant.

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