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Originally Posted by PiotrIr (Post 4353911)

I’ve just bought Mazda RX-8 2005 and former owner gave me couple of advices which I would like to confirm.

previous owner is an idiot

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1. After engine started I shouldn’t drive until the moment tachometer will come down to 1k rpm.

bullshit

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2. Before I will turn off the engine I need to stop and accelerate for around 10s to keep engine on 3k rpm.

Crap

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3. I should check oil every week.

Nope. As long as you know what you are doing.

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Is it right? Do I need to pay attention for anything more?
Thanks

nothing.

Well, I believe not previous owner but I am an idiot as I bought this car without proper check!

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Originally Posted by PiotrIr (Post 4366926)

Well, I believe not previous owner but I am an idiot as I bought this car without proper check!

You learned your lesson for the next time.