Yeah, but the G35C has those piston things and those valve things...

(Seriously, I don't think I'd even be considering the RX-8 if it had a normal piston-powered engine...)

 

The G35C is a sweet looking car but for in essence it is really a two seat vehicle. I'm 5'7" short and my head hits the backlight when seated. In fact, my head was not even close to clearing the backlight. If the seat can't come close to fitting an adult can it considered a seat? I say no. Maybe a parcel shelf, but not a seat.

 

damn 5'7" and you hit the roof in that thing??? i thought car companies used a common height like 5"10 to fit people. I'm 6'3" and i fit in the protege with room to spare and it's a third the price of the G.

 

Hey, I'm 5'8" and I posted my thoughts about the RX-8 I sat inside and my friend's G35 coupe here:

https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...4&pagenumber=2

RX-8 Forum > General Topics > General Automotive > Drove a G35 Coupe today

I agree with you about the looks of the car (IMHO there is nothing quite like it that's out there now), but I (sort of) only need the back seats for my young kids (where having more leg room is better than head room) and would't mind having a larger rear trunk space ... but I'm sure once I drive the car I'll be happy (I hope)...

 

I agree, I'm also very interested and excited about the rotary engine and it's new future plus I love the sound it makes, but since I've never owned or really driven one, it more of a newfangled contraption ... that's small, simple and powerful that would be nice to have (or not)

... yeah what he said!

:D

 

That's why when my Probe bit the dust last January, I got a MP5 (I came very very close in buying an almost one year old Acura RSX, but perfered the feel behind the wheel of the MP5 plus it was much less money) but really wanted (and was waiting such a long time for) the RX-8 - so the plan is in a few years, I'll trade up!

 

In another thread the subject of "fix-a-flat" and run-flats came up here:
RX-8 Forum > General Topics > RX-8 Discussion > Internal sales guide

https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...3572#post53572

Which raisies a few questions for me:

1). I wonder what the time frame or distance is considered safe (...less than 5 miles? under 50?) to drive around on for either "run-flats or fix-a-flat spray"?
(I spoke with a co-worker and he said with a "fix-a-flat" - he wasn't sure, but it had to be very soon after the gook went in and you will need to get a new tire, can't patch it after the gook goes inside. But the run-flats last longer, you can drive but you still need to get a new tire)

2). Can you reuse and repair a tire that had the "fix-a-flat" gook sprayed inside? (I spoke with the same co-worker and he said: "no - need to get a new tire")

When I did a web search, all I could get on the "fix-a-flat" situation was this...

http://www.abc-7.com/News/diw/fixaflat.shtml

Found this link and it only stated:
Here in Texas, that can be a problem here during the summer

Here's an other link:

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/TireWhee...heelrepair.htm
... from what I gather they got their tire cleaned out than patched up

... But, I think that I still would like to get a spare tire ... but I also would like to have the trunk space too.



OK, one vote for Pirelli! Thanks, Efini 8

:D

 

Does anyone know the spare tire specs for the RX-8 and the 3rd Gen RX-7. I think they are the same but I could be wrong.

 

So to remedy a blowout, either you give up most of your trunk space, or you lose lots of time by having your car towed (then you're prone to being price gouged)

Whether you go for the spare tire, or the fixaflat, it's going to cost you a pretty penny (since neither is included?).

No matter how I look at it, it seems like a bum deal...

 

the problem with fix a flat is that it is centrifugal based. Which means the crap acts like a tar on the inside of your tires and the motion of the wheel causes it to coat (hopefully uniformly) all cracks. However, the stuff does "pool" in areas and unbalances the tire which is why after about 100 miles the tire will prolly tear itself apart. I wouldnt drive the thing over 50 miles and that would be to go directly to a tire shop. The tire cannot be reused. I think fix a flat is a great idea but i really dont trust it.

 

Here's the catch 22 - you want the spare for long trips and not for local driving. Typically, your trunk is full for long trips and empty for local driving. Is anyone else seeing this???

 

maybe there is some slick way to bolt a donut under the chassis or dare i say cut a space for it in the back of the rear seats?

 

The kit comes with a frame that attaches to the back of the seat and even has a cover....ordered mine yesterday...

 

can you buy just the holder??? cuz 400 bux is extortion for a donut. I'd make my own holder and get a donut with the same bolt pattern from a junk yard for like 10 bux

 

Hummm...that is interesting seeing as how I've had two flats in two different cars and both of them have been repaired with fix-a-flat and both tires were driven for many thousands of miles more afterwards with no problems.

Actually, I have a staple in my tire right now and I put fix-a-flat in it about...two, maybe three months ago. With the way I drive that is at least 3,000 miles and the tire is holding up fine without any abnormal wear or sign of damage.

YMMV, but I've never had a problem with the stuff.

 

I know I am.

 

i was exagerating the fix a flat. However, it does happen....something to think about :D

 

Given the size of the RX-8 trunk, I always figured the luggage was going to go in the back seat(s) anyway...

 

RX8 is very impressive. :D

I'd like run-flat tires and a tire repair kit or two.

Does anyone know anything about the Slime tire repair kit? I have a tire to repair on an SUV and have a bottle but not sure if I should use it.

If it does its job and won't damage your wheel I think Slime would be good to have. You are suppose to pour it into your tire at an angle then after you air up and begin to move the Slime will cover punctures by spreading over the inside of the tire during the first mile.

Theoretically you could drive up to around 50 miles on a run-flat, dump the Slime inside, air up, drive on it for the rest of its life. I just read that the Fix-A-Flat is very flamable and should be in the trunk (deeper=cooler=safer).

I always seem to come across a nail, or this time, about 4 inches of strong metal wire. Mostly on dirt roads or new construction in neighborhoods. Remember this, and who knows why I spaced, but, don't pull out the piece that punctured your tire until you are at an air source! Not even two blocks away!

 

I've been told that here in the UK the my RX-8 is going to be supplied with 225/45/18 run flat tyres as standard. I hope this is correct.

 

Does anyone really know how much space is going to be used up with the spare???

From looking at a picture diagragm, the spare looks like most of it is being tucked into the cavity in the far back.

Are there any pictures showing the true trunk space with the spare included?????

-Rooster

 

Ok. Let's think about this donut spare that cost $400. First, there are undoubtedly some folks on this site who are actually getting an RX-8. Are they buying them because they are "non-risk takers"? If they are, then they make no sense at all. This is a sports car with some practicality and non-risk takers should look elsewhere. So, let's say you opt for the spare and you're in the boonies (hopefully on pavement anyway) on a trip. The spare is good for a while at 50mph, but you've brought along two friends and their stuff. Are you gonna leave luggage or the big 18" wheel on the side of the road? Leave a friend or relative to mind the stuff? Whatever decision, you get to Brownspot, USA where they have no idea what the car is, know nothing but Goodyear and Firestone tires and their tire mounting machine will destroy your wheel (experience!). So now you have to drive another 300miles to get somewhere BIG that can deal with your tire. IMHO it makes no sense to fret about the fix flat. I took the spare out of my Miata, threw in a can of goo and my small Sears compressor.
If anyone can think it through, logically, then concern for the fix flat should disappear. Who will carry a spare engine part in the unlikely event there is a problem with the RX-8? You won't find parts or even anyone who can diagnose a problem with a rotary engine around the corner. Oh, and let's not for get that you'll be replacing the OEM tires very quickly...with a 140 rating, 10-12k will probably be the max mileage.
If this concerns some so much, then buy a car/truck/SUV that has a full size spare...the only real security for those unwilling to accept some risk. IMHO:D

 

Puh-leez...Realistically, are you really gonna have the car so packed full that you can't get the extra width of the real wheel over the spare wheel back in the car?The tire mounting machine would have to be pretty archaic to not be able to fix a flat on the RX-8's wheel.An engine part will probably not be damaged beyond functioning by nearly invisible debris in the road.
Seriously? I've never seen any road tires that were shot after 10,000 miles.

Also, you didn't account for having a flat that could not be repaired by fix-a-flat. You just gonna wait for a tow truck? Or leave your car on the side of the road?

I think I'll stick with being as prepared as possible, and choose the spare tire kit. I'll have full insurance coverage, too... I'm not much of a risk taker!:p

(All just MHO)

 

i agree with javahut. While many flats prolly are caused by a nail or something that the fix a flat can fix, it wont fix any sidewall blowouts. And i bet dollars to donuts that it wont fix any puncture greater than 3/8 or an inch (i know this is gargantuan but a wood steak or big nail will do this). Im not sayin fix a flat is bad, but a spare is worth more than its weight in gold in most circumstances

 

Most common side wall damage is from sharp rocks when off-roading in a 4x4.

Correct me if I'm wrong but for a passenger car the likely hood is probably very low unless you've gotten a defective tire. It can happen but most likely it would happen in an urban area. Ie. something metal sticking out from the curb as was the case with someone I was with.

Again I think run-flat-tires and a couple bottles of Slime is the best setup for a sports car. Besides changing tires is a PITA. Easier to drive to the nearest air source, remove the object, dump in some Slime, fill'er up and drive off.