Turbo RX-8 Dyno Session
#53
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Originally Posted by jsplit
How much of a difference to those Pirelli's make in the snow? I can't decide if I should get a set or not...
Originally Posted by frig
Why isn't that awesome car in the garage??????????????
#54
Originally Posted by philodox
If it is like this on Friday morning I won't be going on any long trips
We got 4" of snow here.
Of course, the RX-8 is in the garage - my Miata is my ATV. I love that car. Indestructable. (touch wood)
It should be nice by Friday, though Saturday may bring up to a foot of new snow.
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Here you go Jon, this is what you could be enjoying if you do decide to emigrate over here. Taken in front of my place, five minutes ago!
(I look forward to the dyno video...)
Regards, Gomez.
(I look forward to the dyno video...)
Regards, Gomez.
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Guys, looking forward to your results. If things go well, just might have to get me one. Could someone give me a ballpark figure for the price of the Greddy turbo, including install, other parts needed etc. Just one ballpark figure. I'd hate to put all my money down on the turbo just to find out I need $1000 in other parts.
thanks
Todd
thanks
Todd
#57
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Originally Posted by TALAN7
Guys, looking forward to your results. If things go well, just might have to get me one. Could someone give me a ballpark figure for the price of the Greddy turbo, including install, other parts needed etc. Just one ballpark figure. I'd hate to put all my money down on the turbo just to find out I need $1000 in other parts.
thanks
Todd
thanks
Todd
Greddy Turbo Kit: $3000-$3700 depending on where you buy it from.
Installation Labor: $900-$1500 depending on the shop.
Boost Gauge: $25 and up. FIgure on spending about $150 for a good gauge though.
Blow Off Valve & mounting flange: $175'ish depending on the brand
Now for other optional things that I would recommend:
Boost Controller: $200 and up
Turbo Timer: $90 and up
Other gauges: Price dependant on what you get
Oil Catch Can: $75 and up
there's so much more people add.. but the first group is what I would definately buy with the Greddy Kit.
-Jon
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Well, you can get away without a turbo timer if you use your head a little bit, you can get a boost controller if you're that worried about boost creep or overboosting for much less if you go with a Manual Boost Controller and not an electronic one.
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Originally Posted by jsplit
Well, you can get away without a turbo timer if you use your head a little bit, you can get a boost controller if you're that worried about boost creep or overboosting for much less if you go with a Manual Boost Controller and not an electronic one.
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You don't really even need to do that unless you were boosting like a mad man all the way into your driveway / parking lot. A few minutes of normal driving should cool that size turbo sufficiently.
I had a turbo timer on my FD for a while but never used it, it got to be more of an annoyance than anything helpful...
I had a turbo timer on my FD for a while but never used it, it got to be more of an annoyance than anything helpful...
#64
Originally Posted by philodox
As far as I know, yes... Looks like the weather is going to break too so it should be decent tomorrow.
#70
Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Dyno run is definately on for tomorrow.
We'll probably be there a while. I like to hang out and take my time.:p
Come one, come all.
We'll probably be there a while. I like to hang out and take my time.:p
Come one, come all.
Jeff, I need a favor from ya. If we dont get a big snow storm this weekend could you do a little aluminum welding?
-Ryan
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Originally Posted by Broke_Apex_Seal
Jeff, I need a favor from ya. If we dont get a big snow storm this weekend could you do a little aluminum welding?
-Ryan
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-Ryan
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What is it you need welded?
#73
Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Sure. I'll be working on Saturday (whether or not it snows ), but I can do it on Sunday.
What is it you need welded?
What is it you need welded?
cut one hole and weld her up!
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I bet all you guys are together now, having a great time at the dyno:o
If I'm not mistaken with the world clock, it will be another 4-5hours till I can hear the news...
Hurry up damn it:D
If I'm not mistaken with the world clock, it will be another 4-5hours till I can hear the news...
Hurry up damn it:D