They were going to include that but they're on the fence about it, I told them to PLEASE include it as I would be so stoked to be able to play with that display, it's one of the things that nobody notices, but it'd be fun to have. I'm sending them an email this evening regarding the temp as well, my honest opinion is if something comes with the car, you should be able to retain it. Sure I made light of it in earlier posts, but in all seriousness, I'd like to see this thing be as oem as possible. I don't know how that could affect the release timeline or cost, but I'd pay a few extra bucks for it and I'm sure other people would too as long as it's still way below the other options out there. Maybe they could release 2 versions, one with piano and all the bells and whistles, the other stock color and no temp, I dunno, but I'm going to refer them to this thread and ask about the temp reading etc. I don't know about the regular a/c vs. climate control, so I'll be sure to mention that as well. I don't think I've communicated with them how important certain aspects of our car are and how a lot of owners out there are really looking for an alternative to the corksport or the custom route, but one that retains as much oem functionality as possible etc.

 

EXACTLY. It's actually crossed my mind of selling my corksport kit on here for pennies, and buying the Metra kit to get that better fit. But then I would have little/no display up there. At least I have temp now. This kinda make me say screw the switch and just keep the Corksport.

Point being, even if it's at a slight cost increase, I'd like to see the clock and temp display left intact. It would then be the only kit to retain ALL factory features AND be the cheapest. Who would possibly buying anything else?!?!?!

 

Exactly, I just directed the Metra engineer to this thread and told him the exact same thing pretty much, if the kits retain full functionality and are cheaper, and you might even be able to customize the display to boot (not to mention the side gaps are gone) then a person would have to be on crack to not buy it, unless you already owned a kit or had it done custom etc etc. I'm pulling for us man, I hope I can convince them to push the release out a little farther to include these things and that I'm not too late, guess we'll see.

 

Wow, this thread just potentially saved me some MAJOR cash! SUBSCRIBED! I'm not too big on the ambient temp at this point since I've waited so long. Besides, since my 8 has a temp. sensitive remote start alarm installed, whenever the car starts, I know it's over 90 degrees outside. I like in Arizona, so it's always HOT, and knowing the number just makes it worse LOL. I just wanna stop feeling like I wasted $500 on the DVD nav system and accessories sitting in my garage collecting dust.

Canary: is there any way you can give us a guide? Like say, "this kit will be ready by the end of June (July, whatever)." One Lightning Yellow to another? LOL

 

I wish I could, believe me as soon as I have more news I'll be sharing it, just waiting on them for the next wave of info. at this point.

 

show pics... and we will see. and yes... I would like to keep the ambient temp display or incorporate a display to do just that different fromt eh stock one.

 

Scribingsub.

 

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yes Metra person reading this thread, do EXACTLY what you did with the Mazda6 kit and retain ALL stock display functionality on top of the dash, I'm willing to pay $100 more than your projected kit cost just to keep those functionalities.

 

a new dash kit would definitely be nice. i wanted a double din, but the corksport is sooo expensive. :/

 

FIXED

 

I doubt I'm the only one that wants a perfectly integrated (ie no compromise, everything's that's SUPPOSE to work, works) DIN/double DIN mounting solution for our RX-8

 

No response yet on the email I sent, but that's understandable as I know homedude is mega busy. I'll be seeing some of the reps this weekend at a car show I'm competing in so I'll be able to share this thread and some views with them as well, in person no less as opposed to email, so we'll see what that nets us

 

I've been wanting one for over 3 years, I think we may finally be getting there with this one if all goes well.

 

Never said you were, but paying 100 bucks more after the kit is already working just to have the display now that I'm not sure about.

 

what I meant was, they can come out with a full functioning kit (which includes hardware/adapters to make the stock dash displays work correctly), charge $100 more than what their original target price for the kit was, and people will still pick them up in droves

I mean, if you have the choice of picking up a full functional kit, or pick up a half-*** one that saves you $100 but you lose quite a few key dash display functionalities that came with the car, what would you choose?

i think i have stated my choice clearly

 

I'd pay an additional 20 bucks for those

what's up with this 100 bucks thing! besides, it's better to think that to yoruself just incase Metra reads this and says yeaaah let's do that .. you'd have jus screwed us all up -- thats y i say ... say it for yourself.

 

Not for nothing, but why waste all your money on this stuff? Unless you have factory nav and are committed to double din, there's been a solution for several years now.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mazda...1V#ht_2278wt_0

and here it is on my car...

https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.p...3&d=1211748198

 

No offense dude, but that's stupid..... what are you now doing with all that double din space in the middle of your dash??

All those buttons.....

The CD Player? do you use it to hold the CD you are going to play next....

That post failed... on with the thread.

 

Unfortunately, I have to agree. ^^^^

While your single DIN unit is a solution it is not the ideal, at least for me.

 

That might work for you, but it's not a real solution. Anything that leaves the factory radio in the car can't be considered one, especially when it limits you to single din, and some of us have nav as well. (Myself included)

 

The only stupid thing here were your comments. CD? Umm, no offense dude, but you realize a DVD player can play CD's right? And oh by the way, ever heard of an IPOD? People still use CDs? I mean really, the only thing that failed here is your ability to think.


Did you read the part in my second sentence about commitment to double din or factory nav? Reading is fundamental.

Bottom line, it IS a real solution, you just don't like it. IMO (the only one that matters) I'm ahead of the game because I got something that fits, looks good, works, does everything I want it to, cost less than what you guys are paying, and took a HELL OF A LOT LESS WORK TO DO.

 

no IT IS not, maybe you should try reading as well. Seriously, anything that involves compromise or having to do without something is NOT, and read, NOT a solution. Your "solution" limts your deck choices, and alienates anyone with a nav system, so how is that a "solution" then? I mean, if everyone followed that train of thought we might as well onyl have one kind of car in the world, one kind of cereal, one kind of restaraunt, one kind of everything for that matter. The kit I'm trying to keep everyone imformed of, alienates NOBODY. You want to keep your factory nav, this kit won't interfere, don't have the cash or need for double din? no problem. This kit gives you options without compromising deck size/selection, or nav functionality and will look oem.(sorry, yours does not)

One more thing, you mention "hell of a lot less work to do", this kit isn't going to require a whole lot of work, I mean, ****, the corksport can be installed by a novice, and this will be just as easy if not easier. If you're happy with it cool, but don't go telling me it's a solution, option? yes, I'll give you that it's an option, Solution? nope, it's not.

p.s People still listen to cds, I don't even own an ipod nor do I have any intention any time soon. I'm perfectly happy listening to cds/dvds, heck, I even pay for music still. (yes, old school i know but whatever)

enough moronic hijacking, if you want to keep arguing then pm me, otherwise, let's try and stay on topic and leave it at that. Thanks.

 

My apologies, now I realize you're just retarded.

The 'CD player' i was referring to was the FACTORY one u know that BIGASS one that is conveniently not in your pictures. The one you're not using... we were all referring to THAT one, no one cares what you put in that single din contraption you have called a mod.. it FAILS.

Next time hijack a thread with a GOOD suggestion.

 

if the led center does not work as stock the part will fail for the mainstream buyers. the masses.

sure the modders will do it, but they are not where the big #s fall..

beers

 

Next time you try to insult my intelligence, don't. You don't like my solution. Fine. I get it. Rather than being a douche and pointing out it doesn't work for everyone AND REPEATING WHAT I SAID, perhaps you could offer something useful. Instead of being part of the problem, be part of the solution.

You realize you just alienated everyone WITHOUT nav right? Here's a little secret: NOT EVERYONE WANTS TO COMPLETELY MODIFY THEIR DASH OR CARES ABOUT HAVING A DOUBLE DIN RADIO. It's not like I had a competition class single din radio from my old car when I bought my 8 or anything Other than that you're on point. Except for limiting deck choices. Or compromising. I have nothing against the Corksport offering. Sounds great. However making it seem like its the only game in town is somewhat....shortsighted.

Sorry, you make an *** of yourself publicly when I point out an alternative, you get a public response.

By the way, if users of both kits decide to sell their car to someone, who's going to have an easier time making it stock again? Here's a hint: I didn't have to cut any wires on the factory radio/ac harness. Have a nice day.