Hampton Roads Mazda Meet
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The cars and coffee in vb is this Saturday (1/2/13). It starts at 730 and goes until 930 or 10-ish. Ill be there in a BRG 2001 Miata. Come hang out with car guys and get some coffee.
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Whoops. Sorry.
La Promenade Shopping Center on Laskin. Aldo's Italian Restaurant is in the same parking lot. There will be a completely full lot by 8 or 830.
La Promenade Shopping Center on Laskin. Aldo's Italian Restaurant is in the same parking lot. There will be a completely full lot by 8 or 830.
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Hey guys been out of the country for a while and uncle sam sees fit I move to VA. Just wondering if the rotary scene is still strong and if these meets are a regular thing. Looking forward to coming out.
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Hey guys,
I recently purchased a used 05 RX8 Touring model. I was stupid and didn't have a Carfax done b/c the guy who sold me the car was Navy and I'm a Marine so I figured I could trust him (you know, the brothers in arms thing)......NEVER AGAIN! Anyway, I decided to go ahead and get a Carfax b/c after our transaction he wouldn't text or call me back. I call the dealership where it was serviced and they told me that he'd broke down on 95 with oil light flashing and had towed to dealership. Also, the previous owner to him had the engine replaced so it's on its second engine.
Basically, I'm asking if anyone here in the HR area has extensive experience with 8's or can recommend a very reliable and credible shop that I can take it to if need be. I'll only be here a couple more months but would love to come to a meet if there are any happening any time before June.
Thanks,
Anthony
I recently purchased a used 05 RX8 Touring model. I was stupid and didn't have a Carfax done b/c the guy who sold me the car was Navy and I'm a Marine so I figured I could trust him (you know, the brothers in arms thing)......NEVER AGAIN! Anyway, I decided to go ahead and get a Carfax b/c after our transaction he wouldn't text or call me back. I call the dealership where it was serviced and they told me that he'd broke down on 95 with oil light flashing and had towed to dealership. Also, the previous owner to him had the engine replaced so it's on its second engine.
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Thanks,
Anthony
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You might want to check my new owner's thread (See my signature) for much of the basics. Engine replacements in this car are VERY common, and a replacement in the history is not immediately a problem. Often we recommend people find RX-8s on a fresh engine, it's that common.
The oil light also does not flash, it's either on or it's not, it's just a trip sensor for oil level. So I am unsure if the light was just on, or if a different light was flashing. The common flashing light is the CEL, and flashing always indicates a misfire, which is most commonly caused by failure to maintain healthy ignition (but can be caused by many other things too).
The oil light also does not flash, it's either on or it's not, it's just a trip sensor for oil level. So I am unsure if the light was just on, or if a different light was flashing. The common flashing light is the CEL, and flashing always indicates a misfire, which is most commonly caused by failure to maintain healthy ignition (but can be caused by many other things too).
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Hey guys,
I recently purchased a used 05 RX8 Touring model. I was stupid and didn't have a Carfax done b/c the guy who sold me the car was Navy and I'm a Marine so I figured I could trust him (you know, the brothers in arms thing)......NEVER AGAIN! Anyway, I decided to go ahead and get a Carfax b/c after our transaction he wouldn't text or call me back. I call the dealership where it was serviced and they told me that he'd broke down on 95 with oil light flashing and had towed to dealership. Also, the previous owner to him had the engine replaced so it's on its second engine.
Basically, I'm asking if anyone here in the HR area has extensive experience with 8's or can recommend a very reliable and credible shop that I can take it to if need be. I'll only be here a couple more months but would love to come to a meet if there are any happening any time before June.
Thanks,
Anthony![Wavey](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wavey.gif)
I recently purchased a used 05 RX8 Touring model. I was stupid and didn't have a Carfax done b/c the guy who sold me the car was Navy and I'm a Marine so I figured I could trust him (you know, the brothers in arms thing)......NEVER AGAIN! Anyway, I decided to go ahead and get a Carfax b/c after our transaction he wouldn't text or call me back. I call the dealership where it was serviced and they told me that he'd broke down on 95 with oil light flashing and had towed to dealership. Also, the previous owner to him had the engine replaced so it's on its second engine.
![Wallbash](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wallbash.gif)
Thanks,
Anthony
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Come out to a Jenros meet Friday or Saturday, if you see rotarys everywhere look for Mike.
Nuff said
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You might want to check my new owner's thread (See my signature) for much of the basics. Engine replacements in this car are VERY common, and a replacement in the history is not immediately a problem. Often we recommend people find RX-8s on a fresh engine, it's that common.
The oil light also does not flash, it's either on or it's not, it's just a trip sensor for oil level. So I am unsure if the light was just on, or if a different light was flashing. The common flashing light is the CEL, and flashing always indicates a misfire, which is most commonly caused by failure to maintain healthy ignition (but can be caused by many other things too).
The oil light also does not flash, it's either on or it's not, it's just a trip sensor for oil level. So I am unsure if the light was just on, or if a different light was flashing. The common flashing light is the CEL, and flashing always indicates a misfire, which is most commonly caused by failure to maintain healthy ignition (but can be caused by many other things too).
Anthony
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Anyone want parts pm me I'm parting out my 8. never really a member of Hampton roads but I live in Newport news and I'm trying to sell my 8 or part it out. PM me for more info and number. Also click on http://norfolk.craigslist.org/cto/3676249353.html
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Hi everyone, long time no see (I'm sure I'm somewhere early in this thread) - Currently Cavalier Mazda in Chesapeake is telling me I need a new engine. I'm trying to save some coin and shopping around if anyone can do the work cheaper. I have low compression on one of the points of my engine - Anyone know where I can get the work done at a reputable location that won't make my car worse off than it already is?
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Hi everyone, long time no see (I'm sure I'm somewhere early in this thread) - Currently Cavalier Mazda in Chesapeake is telling me I need a new engine. I'm trying to save some coin and shopping around if anyone can do the work cheaper. I have low compression on one of the points of my engine - Anyone know where I can get the work done at a reputable location that won't make my car worse off than it already is?
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Just got my Nordic Green beauty on Friday, and looking to see what get-togethers there are on the Southside. I saw a guy in the service department at Hall Mazda VB this morning that had an rx8club.com sticker on his car but didn't think to say anything to him, but it's good to know this place is being repped.
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The Facebook Virginia chapter page said something about meeting in Williamsburg on the 23rd of this month. Does anyone know if this is confirmed and who all else here is planning on going? I look forward to it.
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As a reminder, the meet-up in Willaimsburg is on for tomorrow. We're gathering at the Food Lion at 5601 Richmond Rd, then rolling into Applebees as a group.
If you're in the VB area, drop me a line and we can roll up there as a group.
If you're in the VB area, drop me a line and we can roll up there as a group.
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I'm In the Hampton area, I have a 05, and would love to get more involved in the scene, if anyone knows of any events going on, or groups to get involved in please let me know. Also my husband is the master mechanic or just about any car