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Q: when buying a used Mazda Rx-8 with a manual transmission?
Is there a certain amount of mileage that you shouldn’t buy a car after? a super high # when the transmission may not be good?
A: You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here – carquotes.fateback.com
Q: Turbocharger or supercharger for a mazda rx-8?
I have a 2004 mazda rx-8 automatic so should I put a supercharger or a turbocharger in it which would be better all around?
A: Supercharger because it will make the best use of the 9k redline as it makes its best power at high rpms. That, plus its a whole lot less plumbing.
A turbo is much more complicated to install and if you don’t tune the rotary engine correctly, you’ll run rich and blow your apex seals. That, plus turbos make their best power at lower rpms, and there is no torque at lower rpms on that rotary.
Q: What do you guys know about the 2010 mazda rx-8’s?
I’m practically in love with this car but having trouble convincing my dad into helping me pay for it. (By the way im set for college due to athletics) Can anyone tell me some major benefits to the car? and is 16 city/ 22 highway mpg a good find? any comments and/or concerns would be greatly appreciated.
A: “Can anyone tell me some major benefits to the car?”
None. It’s a sports car. It goes fast. That’s the only benefit, and that’s not something you NEED, just something you want.
“and is 16 city/ 22 highway mpg a good find?”
Not in the slightest, seeing as the average mpg for cars these days is 25mpg or more. Also keep in mind, that’s just the rating. Your actual mpg will be closer to 12-14 city, 18-20 highway. Which is absolutely crappy.
“any comments and/or concerns would be greatly appreciated.”
Go find a practical car, and your dad will likely help out. As it is, you’re buying something you don’t remotely need, and it’s no wonder that he doesn’t want to help.
Q: I have a Mazda RX-8. It is a manual and it wont start. I am told that it may be flooded. Any suggestions?
I would like to avoid the dealership!
A: If u havent already, heres a link for u: http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=182410&highlight=DIY+flood
This link will tell u step by step on how to deflood it. Ive already had this happen to me 3 times cuz i dont let it warm up on a cold day and leave the engine on for only seconds to park it inside the garage. Try to avoid that. That link saved me over $500 from going to dealer lol. Good Luck
Q: What is the best turbo to put on the Mazda RX-8?
i just got an 05 rx8 and i want to know thats the best turbo and exhaust system to put on.
A: The best turbo depends largely and on your needs and what type of driving you’re doing. If you’re building a dyno queen/drag race car (get another car) or run a GT40 or larger. A great road/race setup would be a GT3071R or GT35R.
Q: does anyone know anything about the 2010 Mazda RX-8 and when its Release Date is?
will there even be a 2010+ RX-8 or iz the RX-7 making a come back?
A: hi,
There is soon to be a RX-8 and i have done some research and i found out that it will be releasing on the 3rd March 2010.
check it out on the web
Q: Will adding a turbo to a Mazda rx-8 void the warranty?
I was wondering because the stock mazda doesn’t have enough power for me.
A: AHAHAHAHAHA,
Yes.
RX-8s are not made with a factory turbo nor does mazda make an after market turbo for the rx8.
Q: What car is similar to an Mazda RX-8?
I really want a RX-8 but I would like a bit better on the gas mileage, What car has similar fun and refinement but with better mpg? preferably 2006 and under.
A: Like Old man Dirt said above, look into a Mazdaspeed6. You can find a good used one for a pretty low price. Good luck!
The Speed6 is all wheel drive, and also turbocharged.
Q: What car should I get a 2007 chevy cobalt ss or a 2004 mazda rx-8.?
How do they compare in speed and safety?
A: You should most definitely get hte RX8!! The Cobalt SS is faster, but the RX8 handles a whole lot better, and is of a much much higher quality. The Mazda would probably last you twice as long as the Chevy, and probably half the cost in repairs.
Good Luck.
Q: where can i find a 2002 Mazda RX-8 for 5000 dollars?
if any one can please show me where i can find a a sports car for 5000 dollars or preferably the 2004 Mazda RX-8
make that $8000 instead
A: wait until 2012 and you’ll find them all over the place.
Q: Lighting under fender vents on a mazda rx-8 legal?
I won an rx-8 and i installed amber/orange LEDs behind the fender vents, would it be legal for me to have them on while driving? I can not find anything on lighting laws besides undercarriage lighting
A: I’m pretty sure it would fall into the same category as undercarriage lights.
Q: Which car is better,2008 Honda civic Si sedan,Nissan 350z,Mazda Rx-8,2005 Hyundai Tiburon,Chevrolet cobalt SS?
Which car is better in all categories like performance, quality etc: 2008 Honda civic Si sedan,
Nissan 350z, Mazda Rx-8, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, Chevrolet cobalt SS supercharged, or 2005 Toyota celica gts. Which one is the best in all categories?
A: You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here – carinsurance.enacre.net
Q: i want to install a aftermarket in dash cd player in my 05 mazda rx 8?
can anyone tell me a website or somewhere i can find a mounting bracket kit for less the $400? the cheapest one i found online was for $443 and i dont really want to spend that much. the factory cd changer sucks! im on my third one already
A: Have you tried Crutchfield.com?
Q: How much would insurance be on a used or new Mazda RX-8 as a beginning driver (age 16)? What are the factors?
A: In Alberta, Canada, depending on the value of the car and whether or not you get collision and liability/comprehensive or just liability/comp. With everthing it will cost about 4 to 5 thousand dollars a year, without collision it will be about $2000. Rates are reduced slightly if you have taken driver’s training.
Q: My 2005 Mazda RX 8 won’t start- it may be flooded?
My 2005 Mazda RX 8 won’t start – it turns over- but won’t start. I was told it may be flooded- is there a way to start it without brining it in for service?
A: Yes, you sure CAN flood fuel injected cars. And the Rotary engine is prone to this due to its design.
A rotary can flood if you do a “cold shutdown” of the motor. This is where you start the motor and either stall it or stop it in the very early seconds just after starting. Really efficient fuel burn requires the temperature of the motor to be higher than you see after the first few seconds.
In a Rotary unburnt fuel pools in the bottom of the rotor housing. This drastically thins the oil sealing between the apex seal and the housing. Because of this you lose compression which makes it difficult to start the vehicle. Also, the spark plugs get soaked in fuel making it difficult for them to produce a good spark.
The RX8 manual recommends pushing the gas pedal to the floor (which signals the fuel system to supply no fuel at start-up) and crank the motor for upwards of a minute. This tries to force unburnt fuel out the exhaust port. Then let the engine sit for a minute or so and try starting again.
If this doesn’t work you can pull the plugs and dry them off and inject a bit of engine oil through the spark plug holes and try again.
Or…get the car towed to a Mazda dealership…
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