New To RX-8 Club, First Question about Air Intakes
08-13-2011 | 08:00 PM
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SpeedbyYou
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I have ordered the AEM CAI and also the screens for the oil coolers. I liked the modification that was done by a fellow 8 owner and thought it would A) benefit the coolers and B) create not such an eye sore. I will post pics before and after the installs. thanks for all the guidance!
08-22-2011 | 01:34 PM
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Given that the factory ignition system is weak, even when new, that the coils are generally weak enough by 30k miles to destroy your factory catalyst, and that damaged catalysts can lead to engine failure in the long term, your first mod may best be the BHR Ignition System.
After that, the AccessPort from MazdaManiac is a great second investment.
Both of these products will retain 80% of their resale value, they will improve the driveability of your RX-8, and they will improve the longevity of your engine.
Your subsequent modification priorities are wholly dependent on your particular concerns, but they are generally the following;
Performance midpipe.
Lightweight flywheel.
Stiffer swaybars and adjustable dampers.
Lowering springs.
Cat-back exhaust.
Performance brake pads and rotors if yours are in need of replacement).
Axial Flow short shifter.
Performance tires in the 245/40-18 size (if you are on factory wheels).
Eneos transmission/differential fluid.
Removal of the two inner panels and one screen from your factory intake box (aftermarket intakes merely add noise).
For power-adders, you have nitrous oxide and forced-induction.
After that, the AccessPort from MazdaManiac is a great second investment.
Both of these products will retain 80% of their resale value, they will improve the driveability of your RX-8, and they will improve the longevity of your engine.
Your subsequent modification priorities are wholly dependent on your particular concerns, but they are generally the following;
Performance midpipe.
Lightweight flywheel.
Stiffer swaybars and adjustable dampers.
Lowering springs.
Cat-back exhaust.
Performance brake pads and rotors if yours are in need of replacement).
Axial Flow short shifter.
Performance tires in the 245/40-18 size (if you are on factory wheels).
Eneos transmission/differential fluid.
Removal of the two inner panels and one screen from your factory intake box (aftermarket intakes merely add noise).
For power-adders, you have nitrous oxide and forced-induction.
09-06-2011 | 08:35 PM
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SpeedbyYou
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So after many weeks, had to have other parts replaced in monica, i have installed the oil cooler screens and the AEM CAI. Pictures should be below, thanks for all the comments...on to more changes soon enough!
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