Just bought a 2004 Mazda Rx-8 and I've began to look at a few parts to modify like intake, exhaust and headers but theres alot options. I just recently got a G-force chip and really dont know if it was the best option to start of with. Know I'm looking into buying an intake and an exhaust system is there any specific brands you guys would recomend? Thanks I really appreciate any comments

 

:facepalm:

Before you go and do anything stoopid, toss that chip in the trash.

Read these
FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx-8-faq-please-read-before-posting-959/
New and Potential Owner’s, Start Here https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/
Congratulations, you got an 8 https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/congratulations-you-got-8-a-202548/
New Owner FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=FAQ

Also, make sure you read the “stickies” in each sub-forum

 

^ lol i dont know about a g-force chip but my rx8 is also completely stock i know that i want intake and exhaust but what other upgrades should i think about?... and hector i would start with just exhaust and intake for now i would go with a K&N typhoon intake and for exhaust most people on here have racing beat

 

theres a sticky for exhaust that discusses your choices and prices go check that out

 

why would you recommend k&n intake?
And, upgrades are subjective. It depends on your overall goals (looks, performance, noise, etc). Instead of asking for other peoples' advice, I'd start educating yourself with the engine, specific upgrades and other useful knowledge.

 

The rx8 is already fast in a stock condition. Why waste money.

Anyway, if its gonna be a show car, then its okay.

 

imo K&N is good correct me if im wrong im still learning as this is my first car

 

So many trolls this week..... Ever since that post on Jalopnik.

 

if youre referring to me im not a troll i just got my rx8 and i figured i might as well get on here and start learning we all have to start somewhere

 

Just have a look around some more
Both the V1 and V2 of the K&N are terrible.

Basically any intake is just going to make noise.
Maybe 1 or 2 horses.

If you must get a intake go with either AEM or Racing Beat.
Again both have there pro's and con's but they are the best of the lot, and neither will get you the gains that you want.

 

thanks for the response and yea i know that with exhaust and intake theres not much to be gained except a pretty noise but to me its just sounds so sexyy lol what would you recommend after that i was thinking weight reduction

 

Considering weight ... I would go with AEM

However ... if this car is still a daily driver ... depending on your climate .... snow and freezing rain can be an issue with the AEM design.

That being said about the AEM ... apparently some dude made a short ram that still gets cold air out of his AEM .. I'm waiting for pics

 

i live in florida so cold weather is not a problem...how would i go about weight reduction i know wheels, rims but what else. and if not weight reduction as a next step what would you consider?

 

There's always Kaleco.

 

I just bought the last of this .....
Trying to get rid of that moisture in my tail light

http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main...&products_id=6

 

what about increasing torque? but without forced induction..im trying to get off the line faster

 

 

Dear fml,

1. Way to highjack a thread
2. You haven't been reading enough, if you're asking how to increase power without going FI
3. Read the links in post #2

sincerely,
RX8Soldier

 

1. was not my intention
2. forced induction it is then
3. already did
4. im sorry that idk everything about a car i just got 5 days ago..my first car at that

 

don't be sorry. Just make sure you follow the rules, do your research, then start asking questions

 

yea i have been im definately starting with those $100 quick mods though seems like a good place to start

 

It's where I started, too

 

you always start by searching and educating yourself first.

Yes it's a lot of work and not nearly as fun as focusing attention on yourself with a dedicated yet pointless thread, but you will learn a lot this way and all the kids won't laugh at you

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9q2jNjOPdk

 

^ Hahaha now I understand how to uses this thing lol

 

lol that video is funny but informative as well..next time i wont be such a dumbass