BeatRush parts from GummyGrip
01-15-2008, 10:19 AM
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As for the Aluminum Under Panel:
Before I decided on an RX-8 I was looking around the 350z and the s2000 forums and I picked up somewhere that you are never supposed to mess with the air directly under your engine.
Putting a diffusing like part under your engine bay acts as a cap to retaining hot air and whatever else it needs to do. Can anyone verify this or refute? It would be good to know.
Before I decided on an RX-8 I was looking around the 350z and the s2000 forums and I picked up somewhere that you are never supposed to mess with the air directly under your engine.
Putting a diffusing like part under your engine bay acts as a cap to retaining hot air and whatever else it needs to do. Can anyone verify this or refute? It would be good to know.
I searched the web for answers but couldn't not find a reliable data. However, I came across the following EVO forum thread:
http://forums.evolutionm.net/showthread.php?t=290735
01-24-2008, 06:41 PM
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Update:
My BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing from www.gummygrip.com should arrive Tuesday and details of the part/installation will be posted that evening.
My next AutoX will be on the 3rd of Feb and should have an extensive review of the BeatRush parts that were added to my RX8.
So far driving in heavy rush hour afternoon traffic show no signs of higher engine temperatures and fast lane changes (70-90 mph) on the interstate are extremely responsive. I had to go back constantly monitor my speed because I noticed that I was driving a bit faster than usual due to improvements in steering and maneuverability.
My BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing from www.gummygrip.com should arrive Tuesday and details of the part/installation will be posted that evening.
My next AutoX will be on the 3rd of Feb and should have an extensive review of the BeatRush parts that were added to my RX8.
So far driving in heavy rush hour afternoon traffic show no signs of higher engine temperatures and fast lane changes (70-90 mph) on the interstate are extremely responsive. I had to go back constantly monitor my speed because I noticed that I was driving a bit faster than usual due to improvements in steering and maneuverability.
01-29-2008, 08:25 PM
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UPS delivered my BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing that I ordered from GummyGrip http://www.gummygrip.com/ in Las Vegas, Nevada 702-457-7278
I took the time to weight in the kit for those of you that are concern about adding/reducing weight on your RX8.
BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing.………8 pounds
The black brackets are made of steel and the gold braces are made of aluminum.
The installation instructions are written in Japanese but it includes detail illustrations that are easy to follow. See attached.
I took the time to weight in the kit for those of you that are concern about adding/reducing weight on your RX8.
BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing.………8 pounds
The black brackets are made of steel and the gold braces are made of aluminum.
The installation instructions are written in Japanese but it includes detail illustrations that are easy to follow. See attached.
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01-30-2008, 01:26 PM
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Installation time of the BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing 45 minutes. That included the time it took me to drive the car in the garage, up on two jack stands, install and set car back on the ground all by myself.
Everything fits snugly and no cutting/welding/tapping needed.
I drove my RX8 for a few miles and everything checked out OK. I will be driving the car Sunday across the state to an AutoX event in Melbourne, FL and will let you know of any street driving/AutoX difference/improvements.
See pixs of the BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing.
Everything fits snugly and no cutting/welding/tapping needed.
I drove my RX8 for a few miles and everything checked out OK. I will be driving the car Sunday across the state to an AutoX event in Melbourne, FL and will let you know of any street driving/AutoX difference/improvements.
See pixs of the BeatRush Rear Arm Performance Bracing.
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02-03-2008, 09:07 PM
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Sunday AutoX results:
Driver = Sucked
BeatRush Upgrades = Rock
Over steering is all gone (my main issue before upgrading) even though I’m running Nexen N3000 and the RX8 feels like riding on rails. Very happy with all my BeatRush upgrades, worth every penny and thanks to Matt at Gummygrip for a great customer service support.
Driver = Sucked
BeatRush Upgrades = Rock
Over steering is all gone (my main issue before upgrading) even though I’m running Nexen N3000 and the RX8 feels like riding on rails. Very happy with all my BeatRush upgrades, worth every penny and thanks to Matt at Gummygrip for a great customer service support.
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As for the Aluminum Under Panel:
Before I decided on an RX-8 I was looking around the 350z and the s2000 forums and I picked up somewhere that you are never supposed to mess with the air directly under your engine.
Putting a diffusing like part under your engine bay acts as a cap to retaining hot air and whatever else it needs to do. Can anyone verify this or refute? It would be good to know.
Before I decided on an RX-8 I was looking around the 350z and the s2000 forums and I picked up somewhere that you are never supposed to mess with the air directly under your engine.
Putting a diffusing like part under your engine bay acts as a cap to retaining hot air and whatever else it needs to do. Can anyone verify this or refute? It would be good to know.
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