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Old 02-09-2011, 05:40 AM
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american vs jdm rx-8
Hey guys, heres my question of the day. As you all know, the american rx-8's renesis rotary engine had to have some quick tinkering around with to meet america's strict smog regulations. Because of this, the rotary engine suffered from many problems, such as flooding? I read the flooding part somewhere and wasn't too sure about it. Anyways, i would like to know, if anyone knows, the different specs of and american rx-8 and japanese one. What are the difference, lost in torque, hp, durability, engine longitivity (not a word lol)? Anyone know anything have some links? Thanks
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Old 02-09-2011, 05:59 AM
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nothing. Engines are the exact same, all around the world.
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^Well that just killed my soon to be imposed fun lol^

you coulda messed with him just a little.
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My GS is USDM but not sold in US. JDM is sooooooo kuuuuuuuuuuul!
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Jdm have 100 hp more and 50 torque less...
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And the rotors spin the other way
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The curb weight + passenger is 100lbs lighter for the JDM model.
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The curb weight + passenger is 100lbs lighter for the JDM model.
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