Colorado?
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08-17-2009, 06:47 AM
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There is an autocross coming up at Pike PEak Int. Raceway on 5 Sep.
http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/calendar (this is Porsche's Events)
I am real sad that I missed the autox's that they do right down the street from my house at the world arena. Last year I did pretty well and was hoping to do better this year.
Not many 8 owners that I know in CO or on this site go to the track. Myself and one or two others. The CMZC might have more, but they are not 8's.
Either way hopefully you can get something going. I would be there in a minute! Maybe someone could pick up my 8 and take her for a spin. My wife pulls her out of the garage once a week and takes her for a spin around the block and that is it...
http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/calendar (this is Porsche's Events)
I am real sad that I missed the autox's that they do right down the street from my house at the world arena. Last year I did pretty well and was hoping to do better this year.
Not many 8 owners that I know in CO or on this site go to the track. Myself and one or two others. The CMZC might have more, but they are not 8's.
Either way hopefully you can get something going. I would be there in a minute! Maybe someone could pick up my 8 and take her for a spin. My wife pulls her out of the garage once a week and takes her for a spin around the block and that is it...
08-17-2009, 09:23 AM
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Thanks for your help Darth. How do you guys upload your images into the text box? Is it from a url? Thanks again.
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08-20-2009, 01:33 PM
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Track day
I would love to go for a track day. Please let us know what you find. I would also like to see what a turbo car and a supercharged car can do to see which way I may go. I am tempted to sell my 3rd gen rx7 (with a 383) and do a turbo or supercharger on my rx8. I just don't know if it's worth it. Are there rx8's around here with a supercharger? chickenwafer, I would really love to check out your car.
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09-01-2009, 06:56 PM
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Hey Colorado RX-8 drivers. I came out of work today and saw my entire back windshield had shartterd. I can't tell if a rock hit it from a passing vehicle or what happened. I think only the tint plastic is holding it together. Little pieces of glass are falling out of it. I called a mobile glass company and its going to cost me $800 something. Wow Are RX read windows shattering or something going on? I'll check the repair section on here to see anyone else had this issue. I am working out of the Denver Tech center, Centennial.
09-02-2009, 08:35 PM
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Well my back glass cost $911. Don't ever have the rear glass go! wow. Come to find out a lawn mx dude when driving the mower it threw out a rock about 50 feet away and just happend to hit my rear window and BANG! its totalled shattered. The building owner has insurance and I will get a check for that repair. Ouch! Passed another red RX-8 going home tonight. I beeped the horn and the guy was like being on the moon. No response and he even passed me up later when he made a left turn. He was driving real slow however like he just got the car. Interesting.
09-08-2009, 09:50 AM
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Denver area mechanic
I am a new owner of a 2004 RX8. I searched looking for a Denver area mechanic and only found some old posts. I want to make sure I am getting current information. Any recommendations? I am south central, but if the greatest rotary shop is in the north, I guess it's an excuse to go for a drive. She doesn't need anything right now - runs awesome - I just want to establish a relationship doing simple stuff like oil changes so that I can know I trust them if it really ever needs anything big. Recommendations? Thanks.
09-22-2009, 07:31 PM
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I am a new owner of a 2004 RX8. I searched looking for a Denver area mechanic and only found some old posts. I want to make sure I am getting current information. Any recommendations? I am south central, but if the greatest rotary shop is in the north, I guess it's an excuse to go for a drive. She doesn't need anything right now - runs awesome - I just want to establish a relationship doing simple stuff like oil changes so that I can know I trust them if it really ever needs anything big. Recommendations? Thanks.
Sweet man! If you need any help with anything or the install let me know!
09-23-2009, 09:03 AM
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I use Precision (or precision imports) I am not sure of the exact name. They are located by 285 and Federal. Mike and Dan are very nice and their rates are good. They currently have 3 3rd gens, an old mazda R (I think) with a bridgported 13B and they work on a race RX8 from time to time, plus my RX8 when it will need something.
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09-23-2009, 10:21 AM
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It's coming.... The winter.... I'm a little freaked :|
Lived in the desert the past 15 years, can't remember snowfall until Monday.
Do I need to get winter tires and spare wheels, or all seasons cut it in Denver?
Moving into my apartment on Saturday. Has an attached garage for storage if I get a separate set of wheels w/snows. Also cuts my commute from 20 something miles to 4.
Lived in the desert the past 15 years, can't remember snowfall until Monday.
Do I need to get winter tires and spare wheels, or all seasons cut it in Denver?
Moving into my apartment on Saturday. Has an attached garage for storage if I get a separate set of wheels w/snows. Also cuts my commute from 20 something miles to 4.
09-23-2009, 11:36 AM
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All seasons will cut it for you. I had winter tires on last year (picked up a used set on craigslist) but naturally after I put them on, we barely had any snow. The previous winter seasons, it ended up being more about lack of clearance than about lack of traction (as long as you're not riding on summer-only tires).
Of course, if you can swing it, dedicated snows/wheels would be a great solution. Also, since it's your first winter in Denver, beware, they do not plow side streets after a snowfall. They just let it melt. Seriously.
Of course, if you can swing it, dedicated snows/wheels would be a great solution. Also, since it's your first winter in Denver, beware, they do not plow side streets after a snowfall. They just let it melt. Seriously.
09-24-2009, 03:22 PM
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It's coming.... The winter.... I'm a little freaked :|
Lived in the desert the past 15 years, can't remember snowfall until Monday.
Do I need to get winter tires and spare wheels, or all seasons cut it in Denver?
Moving into my apartment on Saturday. Has an attached garage for storage if I get a separate set of wheels w/snows. Also cuts my commute from 20 something miles to 4.
Lived in the desert the past 15 years, can't remember snowfall until Monday.
Do I need to get winter tires and spare wheels, or all seasons cut it in Denver?
Moving into my apartment on Saturday. Has an attached garage for storage if I get a separate set of wheels w/snows. Also cuts my commute from 20 something miles to 4.
09-24-2009, 04:13 PM
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Was in Vegas for 4 years, and Tucson for 11 years before that. Weeeeeeee..... scouring craigslist and CMZC for people selling wheels that fit... Just in case
10-22-2009, 05:18 PM
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I can't take my twice cracked windshield any more. Any recommendations for auto glass in Colorado Springs? I've only been here for 3 years so don't know who's best in this area. 
10-23-2009, 05:07 PM
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Yeah, I guess there is probably not much difference between the main companies. I just need to make some calls. My insurance company gave me quote from someone a while back and it was going to be 263.00 which doesn't sound bad.
10-24-2009, 10:48 AM
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www.highplainsraceway.com
Click on EVENTS tab for schedule. You'll need a helmet.