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03-23-2008, 12:51 PM
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Some engines have been torn down and post mortum has been done. It seem the center of the apex seal is getting more wear than the sides. The 2009 RX8 engine is getting an additional oil injector to take care of this problem. We probably should pre-mix (oil). A new rotary engine is in development. the 16X (1600cc) will have direct injection. Speculation is it will be in a redesigned 2012 RX8 or RX9. Expect more torque and horsepower (260-270?).
I'm a Mod here now. Evolv-Chicago has become organized ( http://www.freewebs.com/evolvchicago/ ). Check the Meets thread for the schedule.
Thats about all I can think of.
03-23-2008, 02:45 PM
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Just a week ago, Mazda came out with a new PCM flash. It is classed just short of a recall. Speaking of flash, some new tuning tools are about to be released. Cobb, Hymee & EFI Dude. Keep an eye out for these. I don't know how long you've been gone or how much news you got. A RX8 won the GT class at the 24 Hrs of Daytona.
Some engines have been torn down and post mortum has been done. It seem the center of the apex seal is getting more wear than the sides. The 2009 RX8 engine is getting an additional oil injector to take care of this problem. We probably should pre-mix (oil). A new rotary engine is in development. the 16X (1600cc) will have direct injection. Speculation is it will be in a redesigned 2012 RX8 or RX9. Expect more torque and horsepower (260-270?).
I'm a Mod here now. Evolv-Chicago has become organized ( http://www.freewebs.com/evolvchicago/ ). Check the Meets thread for the schedule.
Thats about all I can think of.
Some engines have been torn down and post mortum has been done. It seem the center of the apex seal is getting more wear than the sides. The 2009 RX8 engine is getting an additional oil injector to take care of this problem. We probably should pre-mix (oil). A new rotary engine is in development. the 16X (1600cc) will have direct injection. Speculation is it will be in a redesigned 2012 RX8 or RX9. Expect more torque and horsepower (260-270?).
I'm a Mod here now. Evolv-Chicago has become organized ( http://www.freewebs.com/evolvchicago/ ). Check the Meets thread for the schedule.
Thats about all I can think of.
Blue....Thanks for the welcome. Sandbox wasn't so bad after all.
03-23-2008, 05:14 PM
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Hey guys! It's been a while since I visited here now that I have an STi. I'm looking at powdercoating my stock goldies and I was wandering if you guys have any recommendations for shops that do that and how much it might cost. On a side note, I saw a thread above about ECU reflashes with Cobb on the list. I give them two thumbs up for the AccessPort stage 1 that they have. It noticeably increased HP & torque and it smoothed out the curve big time. They also have excellent customer service.
03-23-2008, 05:33 PM
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Hey guys! It's been a while since I visited here now that I have an STi. I'm looking at powdercoating my stock goldies and I was wandering if you guys have any recommendations for shops that do that and how much it might cost. On a side note, I saw a thread above about ECU reflashes with Cobb on the list. I give them two thumbs up for the AccessPort stage 1 that they have. It noticeably increased HP & torque and it smoothed out the curve big time. They also have excellent customer service.
easy way to do it.. take notecards, place them in a circular pattern around the wheel, like sticking them in between the wheel and the tire (the little groove) overlap them so it actually forms a circle.. spray, and blam you have good looking wheels for cheap.. I knoes powder coating is a different style all together.. I just can't justify $200-250 vs $15.
Try Boyle Body Works.. don't know exactly where it is..
Speaking of that, if anyone needs body work / painting done, the owner is my cousin, I can see if he can cut a deal for forum members.. wouldn't be drastic, but more business = good.
03-23-2008, 11:48 PM
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i just had t put this on here the longer you watch this the better it gets
http://www.muchosucko.com/show/40447
http://www.muchosucko.com/show/40447
03-24-2008, 09:47 AM
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03-24-2008, 09:49 AM
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i just had t put this on here the longer you watch this the better it gets
http://www.muchosucko.com/show/40447
http://www.muchosucko.com/show/40447
03-24-2008, 10:08 AM
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03-24-2008, 08:10 PM
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eh, i guess i offended a lot of people. but i apoligized so i hope its all good with whoever was all offended. im just here for the information on parts since money wont be a problem in a couple months
03-24-2008, 08:51 PM
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well i posted a apology thread in the lounge just saying that whoever i offended, i am sorry. i guess i made fun of a moderator. but im past it. i hope whoever it is is past is also.
im really just here for information. i wont be posting much except for a few specific things
im really just here for information. i wont be posting much except for a few specific things
03-25-2008, 07:35 AM
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If any of you chicago guys aren't busy Saturday - check this out: https://www.rx8club.com/mw-rx-8-forum-31/anyone-near-south-bend-want-go-karting-saturday-141351/
Cheers!
Cheers!
03-25-2008, 09:12 AM
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03-25-2008, 04:07 PM
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03-25-2008, 04:09 PM
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