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I had invited a friend from the office to come down with me. She was interested but was putting off buying tickets until she could confirm she was going. I showed her the pict today that Marlon posted and within minutes tickets were purchased. *shrug* I guess I know where I stand. :P
btw...you had said that you were going to check and see if the SS was getting lubbed by the tranny fluid. My brief understanding was that you still needed to grease it as the tranny fluid will drip off while the grease will stay on when the car sits.
btw...you had said that you were going to check and see if the SS was getting lubbed by the tranny fluid. My brief understanding was that you still needed to grease it as the tranny fluid will drip off while the grease will stay on when the car sits.
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BTW...Is anyone else going to Mid-Ohio on the 21st or 22nd? Right now I know Tom and Ryan will be joining me...but Tony? Mark? Jon? You guys in? Just looking to know so we have an idea who to consider for the caravan vote.
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I'm not sure if I'll be going yet. I want to change the alignment specs on my car before the next Nelson's Funday (on the 27th) and I can have it done on the 21st for free.
I really would like to go down there, but I can't pass up a free alignment- especially one that's done to my specs. If things don't work out that way, where can I find the tickets needed to get in on Saturday?
I really would like to go down there, but I can't pass up a free alignment- especially one that's done to my specs. If things don't work out that way, where can I find the tickets needed to get in on Saturday?
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I'm not sure if I'll be going yet. I want to change the alignment specs on my car before the next Nelson's Funday (on the 27th) and I can have it done on the 21st for free.
I really would like to go down there, but I can't pass up a free alignment- especially one that's done to my specs. If things don't work out that way, where can I find the tickets needed to get in on Saturday?
I really would like to go down there, but I can't pass up a free alignment- especially one that's done to my specs. If things don't work out that way, where can I find the tickets needed to get in on Saturday?
Select the Weekend pass which includes a paddock pass. Costs a few dollars less than a day pass + paddock pass. You need the paddock to get in to the Mazdaspeed corral.
You'll probably have to call and get them via will-call or just get them at the door if you don't order this week. They FedEx the tix to you after an order. Takes a day or so.
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Anyone thinking about going down on Friday?
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It's the second time I've used them for routine maintenance, and I'm pretty satisfied so far. Maybe not a bad option for SW-sider's.
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I offered to toss a blanket over her head like they do when they lead horses out of burning barns, but my little "co-pilot of love" didn't care for that suggestion.
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In case some of you don't check the other MW threads. Marlon posted about an AutoX at Northfield on Sat. Might try and get the morning off of work to show up and hang with that gang.
https://www.rx8club.com/mw-rx-8-forum-31/nora-ascc-auto-x-%40-northfield-park-148250/
https://www.rx8club.com/mw-rx-8-forum-31/nora-ascc-auto-x-%40-northfield-park-148250/
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Hey everyone.. just want to introduce myself.
I just picked up an 06 Black RX-8 manual.
I used to live in North Canton and still come down about 1-2 times a month and my Dad works in Akron. I'll check in quite a bit.. and if i see something worth making the trip down like renting a track for the day... i'll try to...
My garage currently consists of the RX-8 and an 03 Black Evo.
I would love to keep it, but i am living in Toronto now and can't afford the legal trouble of having an Evo in Canada since the 03s are not allowed to be registered in Canada. So the Evo is for sale...
Here are some pics..
![](https://lh3.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLSTX7xI/AAAAAAAAAs0/eF8zk0fsw8k/s800/sidebyside1.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLiTX7yI/AAAAAAAAAs8/sRXJPYfrSmk/s800/asses.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLiTX7zI/AAAAAAAAAtE/OeVKVMcGyb0/s800/headtohead.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDon3iTX7wI/AAAAAAAAAss/WLT6vJYuU5U/s800/rx8_1%20copy.jpg)
and the evo alone
![](https://lh3.google.com/paquin.mike/R0OxtjRRWrI/AAAAAAAAAHE/R9yebZZ1Mqo/P1010002.JPG?imgmax=800)
![](https://lh3.google.com/paquin.mike/R0Oy8jRRWsI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/_IJUnq_Ehfo/P1010004.JPG?imgmax=800)
![](https://lh5.google.com/paquin.mike/R0OxtDRRWpI/AAAAAAAAAG0/QJvAH3RybDg/P1010008.JPG?imgmax=800)
If any of you are interested in buying it.. or know anyone that is looking for one..
here is the link for the sale..
http://forums.evolutionm.net/showthread.php?t=340382
I just picked up an 06 Black RX-8 manual.
I used to live in North Canton and still come down about 1-2 times a month and my Dad works in Akron. I'll check in quite a bit.. and if i see something worth making the trip down like renting a track for the day... i'll try to...
My garage currently consists of the RX-8 and an 03 Black Evo.
I would love to keep it, but i am living in Toronto now and can't afford the legal trouble of having an Evo in Canada since the 03s are not allowed to be registered in Canada. So the Evo is for sale...
Here are some pics..
![](https://lh3.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLSTX7xI/AAAAAAAAAs0/eF8zk0fsw8k/s800/sidebyside1.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLiTX7yI/AAAAAAAAAs8/sRXJPYfrSmk/s800/asses.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDoqLiTX7zI/AAAAAAAAAtE/OeVKVMcGyb0/s800/headtohead.jpg)
![](https://lh4.ggpht.com/paquin.mike/SDon3iTX7wI/AAAAAAAAAss/WLT6vJYuU5U/s800/rx8_1%20copy.jpg)
and the evo alone
If any of you are interested in buying it.. or know anyone that is looking for one..
here is the link for the sale..
http://forums.evolutionm.net/showthread.php?t=340382
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My wife and I both work downtown exactly two blocks from each other, but until recently rarely drove together despite a 46 mile round trip commute. We're now driving together most days, and while I like saving money its not doing much for marital bliss.
I offered to toss a blanket over her head like they do when they lead horses out of burning barns, but my little "co-pilot of love" didn't care for that suggestion.
I offered to toss a blanket over her head like they do when they lead horses out of burning barns, but my little "co-pilot of love" didn't care for that suggestion.
I find the commute the most relaxing part of the day... driving.. listening to the radio/music... driving.. and a lack of nagging.
Good luck and you are a better man than I if you are able to continue.
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Nice upgrade from the Evo. You won't miss it that much...
Speaking of Black 8s I golf at Emerald Woods in Columbia Station. Parked next to this guy a bunch last year but this is the first time I saw him this year:
![](https://www.rx8club.com/attachments/ne-rx-8-forum-29/122027d1213301211-akron-cleveland-8-owners-img_0047.jpg)
He's got a personalized license plate that would have been more apt on a 'Silver' car.
![Smilie](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Speaking of Black 8s I golf at Emerald Woods in Columbia Station. Parked next to this guy a bunch last year but this is the first time I saw him this year:
![](https://www.rx8club.com/attachments/ne-rx-8-forum-29/122027d1213301211-akron-cleveland-8-owners-img_0047.jpg)
He's got a personalized license plate that would have been more apt on a 'Silver' car.
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
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The biggest thing i miss is low-end power... and that hit your head on the back of the seat rush.
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