RX8 Tach @ 75
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RX8 Tach @ 75
Hi all,
I'm new to the forum and I bought my Red RX8 used with about 1200 miles. I really love the car but as most of us I have some questions. I guess I'll start out by asking everyone what everyones Tach is at around 75 in 6th gear. It seems like I don't feel real speed with the car until I get into 6th and push past 70, but I haven't gotten past 75........which I will soon
I'm new to the forum and I bought my Red RX8 used with about 1200 miles. I really love the car but as most of us I have some questions. I guess I'll start out by asking everyone what everyones Tach is at around 75 in 6th gear. It seems like I don't feel real speed with the car until I get into 6th and push past 70, but I haven't gotten past 75........which I will soon
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pik,
for those who never owned a rotary ( this is also my first), hitting a redline at 9000 rpm, seems unbelievable, but this car will do it so smoothly and almost without realizing it, that mazda had to put in a chime at 8500 to remind you to shift to the next gear.
The car redlines at 9k but has a rev limiter that will keep you from going over 9300, so there should be no worry's about blowing an engine ( most likely the tranny will go first). In theory, the car will redline in 6th gear at around 180, but there isn't enough hp to push it that high against the drag. Also, there is an ongoing debate on this site that Mazda has limited the car to 148 mph, but a few here have claimed they've been slightly faster.
So, welcome to the club. You will become addicted to revving that beauty up...
for those who never owned a rotary ( this is also my first), hitting a redline at 9000 rpm, seems unbelievable, but this car will do it so smoothly and almost without realizing it, that mazda had to put in a chime at 8500 to remind you to shift to the next gear.
The car redlines at 9k but has a rev limiter that will keep you from going over 9300, so there should be no worry's about blowing an engine ( most likely the tranny will go first). In theory, the car will redline in 6th gear at around 180, but there isn't enough hp to push it that high against the drag. Also, there is an ongoing debate on this site that Mazda has limited the car to 148 mph, but a few here have claimed they've been slightly faster.
So, welcome to the club. You will become addicted to revving that beauty up...
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Originally Posted by rodrigo67
Also, there is an ongoing debate on this site that Mazda has limited the car to 148 mph, but a few here have claimed they've been slightly faster.
https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-multimedia-photo-gallery-6/pics-vids-dyno-day-53949/
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Originally Posted by cas2themoe
We just saw it hit 152mph on the dyno, right?
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=53949
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=53949
I am interested in why one car had such a difference in whp, when every other dyno we have ever seem shows in the 180's or low 190's, but cool....
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Originally Posted by pik
Thanks CAM......I'm guessing this car revs higher than most normal cars. Is the engine made to handle such high rpms on a regular basis.
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I've got the 6 speed transmission.....It had 1200 miles on it when I bought it from the Mazda dealer here in Richmond, VA. I had a background check done on the VIN and it all came back clear so I coughed up 25.3K for the car which is fully loaded including the NAV system and Sun Roof. I thought 25K was a great deal but what do I know. I really like the car but I was first concerned (until this forum), that the car had high rpm's and the engine was off or something. I've got to get out and compare the rpm's to those posted here and I'll let everyone know the comparison. I've been checking the oil, but the oil stick seems the same as when I bought it about 500 miles ago. Also, its kinda tough to see where the oil is on the stick because its so clear.
I've got the 6 speed transmission.....It had 1200 miles on it when I bought it from the Mazda dealer here in Richmond, VA. I had a background check done on the VIN and it all came back clear so I coughed up 25.3K for the car which is fully loaded including the NAV system and Sun Roof. I thought 25K was a great deal but what do I know. I really like the car but I was first concerned (until this forum), that the car had high rpm's and the engine was off or something. I've got to get out and compare the rpm's to those posted here and I'll let everyone know the comparison. I've been checking the oil, but the oil stick seems the same as when I bought it about 500 miles ago. Also, its kinda tough to see where the oil is on the stick because its so clear.
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Originally Posted by truemagellen
not only is it designed to handle at high rpms but the engine self cleans at high rpms
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5/20 is recommeneded. I think checking the oil every tank full is overkill, but check it often until you see what amount your vehicle and driving habits call for.
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Originally Posted by cas2themoe
We just saw it hit 152mph on the dyno, right?
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=53949
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=53949
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Originally Posted by cas2themoe
How many videos were there? I only saw two
http://www.d-mphotos.com/images/rx8/.../rx8184mph.wmv
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Originally Posted by NoTears316
You've got to wonder if that wasn't just the tires spinning in the air. I would have been crapping in my pants if I was someone in the back seat taking the video on an actual highway.
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Originally Posted by pik
You've got to wonder if that wasn't just the tires spinning in the air. I would have been crapping in my pants if I was someone in the back seat taking the video on an actual highway.
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not only is it designed to handle at high rpms but the engine self cleans at high rpms
I've heard a little bit before but now I worry about my break-in system since I have not gone over 7.5K yet in my 8...it's just about 20 miles before I LET LOSE TO 9K HEAVEN!
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Originally Posted by rx8wannahave
I've heard a little bit before but now I worry about my break-in system since I have not gone over 7.5K yet in my 8...it's just about 20 miles before I LET LOSE TO 9K HEAVEN!
And when you do hit 9k, it really is awesome!
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