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Getting straight to the point, my left arm is completely paralyzed, meaning i am unable to use the typical manual. With this in mind i purchased an '08 40th anniv. edition RX8. My model has the shiftronic "automatic" that has the ability to go into manual mode useing paddle shifters. This allows me to still have a somewhat manual car, but results in one big problem. Literally.
The transmition, etc, is much larger than usual due to this capability. I am wanting to heavily customize my 8, but because of the size issue there is really not a lot i can do performance wise meaning i am stuck just doing body/beautification work for now.![Tear](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/tear.gif)
Does anyone know of ANY plans for a turbo or any other performance upgrades coming out for this model in the near future?? Thanks in advance.
The transmition, etc, is much larger than usual due to this capability. I am wanting to heavily customize my 8, but because of the size issue there is really not a lot i can do performance wise meaning i am stuck just doing body/beautification work for now.
![Tear](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/tear.gif)
Does anyone know of ANY plans for a turbo or any other performance upgrades coming out for this model in the near future?? Thanks in advance.
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There are people that have changed the rear gear ratio in their cars to give it quicker acceleration. I know of one that did this. This gear ratio now comes standard in the 09 model. This should work well for you. Something else you can do is install a high flow catalytic converter and new cat-back exhaust. The converter will bump the HP a little. The exhaust will make it sound faster. ![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Also, read through this area: AT-Specific Performance Mods
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-specific-performance-mods-97/
![Wink](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Also, read through this area: AT-Specific Performance Mods
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-specific-performance-mods-97/
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There's alot of people who are running with a turbo or supercharger on their automatic RX-8.
Now i dont know a whole lot about cars yet (but wana learn), so sorry if i am mistaken on this.
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I am convince the Pettit SC is for the AT.
And what exactly is your opinion, Mr Hill?
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As said by CRH, if you can specify more of what you're looking at doing, then you'll most likely have options presented to you. If you're looking for a decent power upgrade... I believe the new BHR/MM turbo works for both MT and AT, and essentially includes tuning specific to your car. When I'm ready to go for FI, that's the option I plan on choosing for my MT, though in a case like this, it should be equally nice for AT.
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I'll snap his neck.
Feel free to PM me with any questions. I have the older 4-port AT, but will be happy to help with any questions I can. I'm fairly new to all this myself, but have learned a lot in the last year or two.
One thing to think about is your budget. That will determine more than anything else what you will be able to do.
One thing to think about is your budget. That will determine more than anything else what you will be able to do.
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Kersh, if you believe I am biased toward selling people only what I have coming out.......![Lol2](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/lol2.gif)
Seriously, I have posted my personal philosophy re: F/I and it is somewhat circular as it always boils down to personal preference. I have many questions via PM I ask people before I make my suggestions to them. Much of the time I am sterring them away from a BHR product because they don't need "it" yet. Not too many people need my axles, for example.
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Seriously, I have posted my personal philosophy re: F/I and it is somewhat circular as it always boils down to personal preference. I have many questions via PM I ask people before I make my suggestions to them. Much of the time I am sterring them away from a BHR product because they don't need "it" yet. Not too many people need my axles, for example.
All that said, my personal pick (if I were to go FI) is the BHR/MM kit. It should be similar, and slightly better, than the MM greddy upgrade and has fair pricing. So fast spooling with good power for the full range. I have yet to do any business (official/monetary) with both BHR (CRH) and MM though I personally respect what I've heard about how they run their business and their goals, therefore I will show support for their products.
Once the OP gets a bit more descriptive, we can give him better answers. I'm guessing he's either been busy or already found someone to seek advice from.
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I really appreciate everyone's input. I have been very busy with hospital appts and such, and Charles and I have been talking much about this subject. (Again not just about his products, though very appealing.) As i have told him, my car is primarily going to be a show car. I do, however, want to get my whp up to around 400-500, though I know this is a moajor goal and likely way too pricey for my overall goal. Through my conversation with CRH, backed by my own research, I am starting to lean heavily towards starting my performance modding with nos; especially due to the price. While I am talking to some people about this through pm, real life, etc, I feel i can never have too much info - i hate ignorance - about my growing passion. Thanks mostly to this forum, I am learning more and more daily. Thank you all again.
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I really appreciate everyone's input. I have been very busy with hospital appts and such, and Charles and I have been talking much about this subject. (Again not just about his products, though very appealing.) As i have told him, my car is primarily going to be a show car. I do, however, want to get my whp up to around 500, though I know this is a moajor goal and likely way too pricey for my overall goal. Through my conversation with CRH, backed by my own research, I am starting to lean heavily towards starting my performance modding with nos; especially due to the price. While I am talking to some people about this through pm, real life, etc, I feel i can never have too much info - i hate ignorance - about my growing passion. Thanks mostly to this forum, I am learning more and more daily. Thank you all again.
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Through my conversation with CRH, backed by my own research, I am starting to lean heavily towards starting my performance modding with nos; especially due to the price. While I am talking to some people about this through pm, real life, etc, I feel i can never have too much info - i hate ignorance - about my growing passion. Thanks mostly to this forum, I am learning more and more daily. Thank you all again.
And I am driving a 2005 AT.
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lol. since the bragging will give me a good idea of what im wanting, i appreciate it.
btw, i somehow managed to get a pic in my signiture. im really not sure why i could get it there but not just into the post. =/ regardless, ill have more as i work on 'er.
btw, i somehow managed to get a pic in my signiture. im really not sure why i could get it there but not just into the post. =/ regardless, ill have more as i work on 'er.
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Getting straight to the point, my left arm is completely paralyzed, meaning i am unable to use the typical manual. With this in mind i purchased an '08 40th anniv. edition RX8. My model has the shiftronic "automatic" that has the ability to go into manual mode useing paddle shifters. This allows me to still have a somewhat manual car, but results in one big problem. Literally.
The transmition, etc, is much larger than usual due to this capability. I am wanting to heavily customize my 8, but because of the size issue there is really not a lot i can do performance wise meaning i am stuck just doing body/beautification work for now.![Tear](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/tear.gif)
Does anyone know of ANY plans for a turbo or any other performance upgrades coming out for this model in the near future?? Thanks in advance.
The transmition, etc, is much larger than usual due to this capability. I am wanting to heavily customize my 8, but because of the size issue there is really not a lot i can do performance wise meaning i am stuck just doing body/beautification work for now.
![Tear](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/tear.gif)
Does anyone know of ANY plans for a turbo or any other performance upgrades coming out for this model in the near future?? Thanks in advance.
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