Eastern MA RX8s
07-29-2004, 03:14 PM
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Kev,
The Pirellis were OK but I had some problems with heavy wet snow, the treads would get plugged with snow. I think that the open tread design of the Dunlops and Nokians would work a little better in this area.
The Pirellis were OK but I had some problems with heavy wet snow, the treads would get plugged with snow. I think that the open tread design of the Dunlops and Nokians would work a little better in this area.
07-29-2004, 04:14 PM
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I've only seen two rx-8's in portsmouth one red with zoom-zoom on plate and a grey one, i got a black one with spolier rotary accent and refuse to put on front plate. I heard the blizzaks are great snow tires, and i'll be pullin rims and puttin on steel wheels, was wondering if thats going to screw with tire pressure monitering???
07-29-2004, 04:18 PM
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hello everyone, just noticed NE section. Picked up rx-8 yesterday at Seacoast Mazda down in portsmouth. startin to think what kind of winter tires to throw?
Welcome! Hope you can join us the next time we all get together.
As for snow... I agree with Speed Racer, the 8 will definatly go in the winter if you give it the right sneakers... If you've read this whole thread, then you already have probably seen my thoughts on the matter!
Enjoy your new toy!
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07-29-2004, 04:27 PM
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Hummm... you caught me in the middle of posting... as far as the steel rims go... if you can find a set, and you don't mind looking at the a tire pressure warning light all winter... then go for it. Other wise you will probably need alloys to work with the pressure sensor... of course then you need to decide if your going to bite the bullet and buy a second set of sensors, or simply move your current sensors back and forth... at the cost of mounting and balancing the 18's, not to mention the risk of damage, you might as well just get a set if you want them.
I got a cheap set of alloys off Tire Rack... and though they didn't carry them at the time, I belive they sell the sensor now as well.
--Tig!
I got a cheap set of alloys off Tire Rack... and though they didn't carry them at the time, I belive they sell the sensor now as well.
--Tig!
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07-29-2004, 08:24 PM
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The red RX-8 with +ZOOOM+ is Spin9k. I think he just changed his plate to RENESIS.
If you are going to drive the car this winter I'd suggest a cheap set of 17" alloys. They'll set you back about $125/rim. The tire pressure sensors are $100/each and you need one for each wheel if you want the TPMS to work otherwise you'll have a blinking light on the dash all winter. I bought a set of sensors off another forum member for half that price. So you may want to ask around before you lay out the cash.
Blizzaks are a great snow tire when they are brand new. They are made up of two types of rubber, with the outer most layer being very soft and porous. This is great for snow traction but it wears off in a few thousand miles and then the tires are just ho hum and that is why I wouldn't recommend them.
If you are going to drive the car this winter I'd suggest a cheap set of 17" alloys. They'll set you back about $125/rim. The tire pressure sensors are $100/each and you need one for each wheel if you want the TPMS to work otherwise you'll have a blinking light on the dash all winter. I bought a set of sensors off another forum member for half that price. So you may want to ask around before you lay out the cash.
Blizzaks are a great snow tire when they are brand new. They are made up of two types of rubber, with the outer most layer being very soft and porous. This is great for snow traction but it wears off in a few thousand miles and then the tires are just ho hum and that is why I wouldn't recommend them.
08-30-2004, 08:58 AM
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The tech day was a lot of fun and it gave me a chance to install a set of stainless brake lines on the car. Bleeding the brakes turned out to be an experience that will not be soon forgotten. FYI make sure that the car is level before bleeding the brakes.
RPIRX-8 also had his lowering springs installed with more than a little help from Chris Huot. At the end of the day we still had to remind him that his car looked like a monster truck in comparison to my10ae's miata. :p
RPIRX-8 also had his lowering springs installed with more than a little help from Chris Huot. At the end of the day we still had to remind him that his car looked like a monster truck in comparison to my10ae's miata. :p
08-30-2004, 10:30 AM
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Yeah, after a 1.1 inch drop front and rear I think my10ae still had to push up out of his seat to see in my front window :-) The tech day was definitely a lot of fun, and thanks to EVERYONE for the help on the spring install, couldn't have done it without you. The car feels unbelievably better with the new springs, body roll is all but gone and the ride comfort is still very good (judging from having my mother in the backseat for a 2 hour road trip and her saying "your car rides so nice in the back seat" when she got out). Also, and this is prob the butt dyno talking, but it feels like the car is transferring a little more power to the rear wheels with the stiffer springs.
And even better news! FINALLY my CZ Stage 1 is in the mail, should have it Thursday. So sometime this month there might be a mini-tech day to install and tune the Stage 1!
And even better news! FINALLY my CZ Stage 1 is in the mail, should have it Thursday. So sometime this month there might be a mini-tech day to install and tune the Stage 1!
09-18-2004, 09:43 PM
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I'm originally from the Boston area but recently got married and bought a house out west in Templeton. I just bought a black 8 last month. So far all I have is clear corners but I have a set of Tein S techs in the mail. I'm also looking at a new set of rims. Can't wait to start modding this great car.
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09-21-2004, 07:53 AM
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09-27-2004, 07:24 PM
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I think I'm gonna take the plunge this week on a Nordic Green, non-moonroofed, sport package. My other car is sold.... and I think I can get a decent deal on Thursday with end of the month and all. 
Wish me luck!
Wish me luck!
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