Yes you CAN get 22MPG city driving in the RX8...
09-04-2005 | 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Mikelikes2drive
I'd rather visit the pump 2 or 3 days earlier then worry about all this crap. This car is meant to be driven and rev high. Get a prius or a daily driver if you're THAT concerned about your car.
this past tank i shifted at 4k to 4.25k until 3rd dropped to 4th then skipped to 6th. i drove 40% local and i got 19.4mpg
i think thats pretty damn good. i also redlined it at least once a day. stop worrying so much about ur mpg and start driving the damn thing. enjoy the car and its high redline
this past tank i shifted at 4k to 4.25k until 3rd dropped to 4th then skipped to 6th. i drove 40% local and i got 19.4mpg
i think thats pretty damn good. i also redlined it at least once a day. stop worrying so much about ur mpg and start driving the damn thing. enjoy the car and its high redline
09-04-2005 | 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted by psbjames1970
Everyone should be concerned one way or another since fossil fuels are a limited resource. Saving a few gallons (and a few dollars) on a daily commute and not driving like speed racer to work can go a long way.
Now, as for the original post, I appreciate the info, its nice to know, and I might even use it sometime (like if I'm low on gas and can't find a station). But telling the world what they SHOULD be concerned about is crossing the line.
Krankor
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09-04-2005 | 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by rotten42
If you bought an RX8, you should have known about the MPG ahead of time. The RX8 is a driver's car. What's the point if you drive it below the power band all day long. If you can't afford the gas...you can't afford the car....SELL IT!
I CAN AFFORD THE GAS !!!!.... I am just trying to save a few extra bucks. Was I complaining about the mileage... NO!!!!!!!!!
I was merely trying to demonstrate that for those who do have budget, there are tips on driving it to save gas.
09-04-2005 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Krankor
What a bunch of hooey! Don't you preach to me, boy! I could give a crap about fossil fuels and limited resources. Fossil fuels will run out sometime well after I'm dead, and how I drive now will have no effect on that. If EVERYBODY were to switch to driving like grandmas tomorrow, the gas would last, what, another couple years? What the hell difference does that make in the long run? Eventually we're gonna run out and have to find something else. Until then, I intend to enjoy it while it lasts, and I don't need any whiny preacher trying to induce guilt trips.
Now, as for the original post, I appreciate the info, its nice to know, and I might even use it sometime (like if I'm low on gas and can't find a station). But telling the world what they SHOULD be concerned about is crossing the line.
Krankor
05 Shinka 6MT
Now, as for the original post, I appreciate the info, its nice to know, and I might even use it sometime (like if I'm low on gas and can't find a station). But telling the world what they SHOULD be concerned about is crossing the line.
Krankor
05 Shinka 6MT
Don't take it personally man. Okie dokie...
09-04-2005 | 04:11 PM
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Sorry, for letting myself get upset. I should just ignore the "SELL YOUR CAR" posts on this. If I came of sounding preachy, then I am sorry too.
Perhaps this topic is too senstive for some, perhaps this thread should be closed....
Oh Well...
Perhaps this topic is too senstive for some, perhaps this thread should be closed....
Oh Well...
09-04-2005 | 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by psbjames1970
Sorry, for letting myself get upset. I should just ignore the "SELL YOUR CAR" posts on this. If I came of sounding preachy, then I am sorry too.
Perhaps this topic is too senstive for some, perhaps this thread should be closed....
Oh Well...
Perhaps this topic is too senstive for some, perhaps this thread should be closed....
Oh Well...
09-04-2005 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by RedSheDevil
LOL PB&J, no need to close ... just realize that most people (ME!) want to hear about how to get great gas mileage AND be able to drive liek ya stole it. It aint nevah gonna happen, but we keep lookin... :D
BTW, When I say like grandma I really mean just normal driving (no speeding, no fast weaving through traffic, no handling curves at twice the speed limit...
I settle for a happy medium, drive normal for work and drive very sporty for weekends (just did today and my MPG went down to 17.5... but the weather is PERFECT - 75 and sunny!!!)
Who cares that it cost me 3.60 per gallon (mid grade)
BTW, Check this thread out...
http://toccionline.kizash.com/films/1001/178/index.php
09-04-2005 | 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by RedSheDevil
SEE! I told you i smelled the banning police!!!!
:D
*BAN ME!*
I'm due for a good banning
:D
*BAN ME!*
I'm due for a good banning
VOTE RED
Do it right with RSD ... http://www.reddevil.com/
09-04-2005 | 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by mmats69
I respect all your opinions but we need to cut this guy a little slack. Mainly b/c the moderators will come in and close this thread due to "bashing"
I don't think its bashing...it's expressing a different opinion.
09-04-2005 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by rotten42
I don't think its bashing...it's expressing a different opinion.
It all good... Just don't like assumptions made about me... Drive on (redline if you wish!!!)
James
09-04-2005 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by psbjames1970
I CAN AFFORD THE GAS !!!!.... I am just trying to save a few extra bucks. Was I complaining about the mileage... NO!!!!!!!!!
I was merely trying to demonstrate that for those who do have budget, there are tips on driving it to save gas.
I was merely trying to demonstrate that for those who do have budget, there are tips on driving it to save gas.
amd my point is that if you are worrying about a gas budget, you've bought a car beyond your means......drive it like its stolen or not at all.
09-04-2005 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by psbjames1970
Do it right with RSD ... http://www.reddevil.com/
09-04-2005 | 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by rotten42
amd my point is that if you are worrying about a gas budget, you've bought a car beyond your means......drive it like its stolen or not at all.
09-04-2005 | 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by rotten42
amd my point is that if you are worrying about a gas budget, you've bought a car beyond your means......drive it like its stolen or not at all.
Well, I am not worrying about a gas budget... (not yet at least). If it gets to $7 dollars, you will see me on a two wheeled transport (motorcylce or moped) to work and RX-8 on weekends only.
But I don't drive like it's stolen ever. Maryland state troopers are unforgiving and three speeding tickets in a row and bye bye license. (Have two already!!!) :D :D
09-04-2005 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by RedSheDevil
rotten, just cuz its an 8 doesnt mean you are REQUIRED to drive it liek its stolen. unless i missed that part of the manual (its possible cuz im an idiot)
First speeding ticket in less than 2 weeks of ownership to prove it...
09-04-2005 | 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by psbjames1970
Page 758. BTW, It is also in the purchase contract ...
First speeding ticket in less than 2 weeks of ownership to prove it...
First speeding ticket in less than 2 weeks of ownership to prove it...
09-04-2005 | 06:04 PM
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I just found a job, and I'm gonna start working the 26th. So I'm gonna save my money until I can buy the 2006 model with the GT package and everything on it.
But I'm not really worried about the prices at the gasstation.
When you see normal people smoke and spend stuff on hobbies which can be expensive too.
And have a motorcycle and therefore have to have 2 insurances and so on.
I'll just put my money in the 8. It's my dream of owning one, and sometimes you have to put in a little money and effort to realise a dream.
But I'm not really worried about the prices at the gasstation.
When you see normal people smoke and spend stuff on hobbies which can be expensive too.
And have a motorcycle and therefore have to have 2 insurances and so on.
I'll just put my money in the 8. It's my dream of owning one, and sometimes you have to put in a little money and effort to realise a dream.
09-04-2005 | 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ZODIACQ
I just found a job, and I'm gonna start working the 26th. So I'm gonna save my money until I can buy the 2006 model with the GT package and everything on it.
But I'm not really worried about the prices at the gasstation.
When you see normal people smoke and spend stuff on hobbies which can be expensive too.
And have a motorcycle and therefore have to have 2 insurances and so on.
I'll just put my money in the 8. It's my dream of owning one, and sometimes you have to put in a little money and effort to realise a dream.
But I'm not really worried about the prices at the gasstation.
When you see normal people smoke and spend stuff on hobbies which can be expensive too.
And have a motorcycle and therefore have to have 2 insurances and so on.
I'll just put my money in the 8. It's my dream of owning one, and sometimes you have to put in a little money and effort to realise a dream.
Well, time to go. I need to get my ZoomZoom fix (weather calls - 72 and sunny!!!, "vulgar sign body language" to the pumps...)