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Engine Install

Hey guys, first time putting my engine back in after a rebuild. Its been a while and I didnt mark much that helps. I need to identify where a few lines and connectors go. Its the final stretch and I just want her to run!

Im loacted in Sebring, FL if anyone close by wants to help!

0 Comments
2024/12/18
21:32 UTC

35

So many check engine lights

You’re my boy blue.

7 Comments
2024/12/18
10:33 UTC

5

Rocker panel rust

Right under my rocker panel I’ve got some rust/damage, how could I go by fixing this?

9 Comments
2024/12/18
02:44 UTC

6

2006 Rx8 windshield question.

I went to a viewing of a 2006 Rx8 I am thinking of buying and I was wondering, is this the original windshield or is it replaced?

9 Comments
2024/12/17
22:25 UTC

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Clutch is squeaky

Anyone had this happen before? How do I fix it? Car shifts fine but I'm worried something will happen.

7 Comments
2024/12/17
01:50 UTC

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RX7 99 FD wing on RX8?

Hey guys, I have an RX7 99 FD wing on my Miata(which i barely use anymore atm since i got an RX8 a year ago and daily it) and its by far my favorite wing so im kind of sad that its sitting on the Miata which i dont use anymore... I was wondering if it would fit on the RX8 and how it would look. Tried looking online for some pictures or fitment but couldn't find much (I know the R wing is beautiful, but idk i prefer this FD 99 wing which i have :')
Would love to get some insight from more experienced people, maybe some of you heard/tried/seen something!
Appreciate any help

Picture of my Miata:
https://prnt.sc/DlsVmKUf-L6c

5 Comments
2024/12/17
01:08 UTC

114

What’s your favorite color on an RX8? (@morestylemedia on ig)

I’m a bit biased towards aurora blue but I’ve always loved the Nordic green from the 1st gen’s as well

47 Comments
2024/12/16
23:25 UTC

3

Rx8 body parts

Does anyone know where I can get good body parts like front bumpers and side skirts from? The only ones I ever find are non fitting fiber glass parts.

6 Comments
2024/12/16
17:06 UTC

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Aftermarket / replacement headlights

Hey all,

So I am thinking about fixing my headlights. The glass near the edges has have tons of little cracks on both of the headlights. It's not really possible to repair so I have two options:

  1. Get new ones
  2. Get lenses from aliexpress and have a guy fix it for me, should be around $360 in total, which is quite a bit, the lenses themselves are expensive.

Do we have a reputable seller for the aftermarket ones?

My RX-8 is 2004, 231hp.

3 Comments
2024/12/16
07:55 UTC

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Silly question from a Rx7 owner

Okay so from what I keep hearing from people (obviously not owners of the rx8) that the renisis motor is a emissions choked desperation driven "screw it we will make it work" verson of thr 13b I own a 84' 12a cared rx7 so I don't have the issues of such emissions, I kinda want a 8 but am scared by it's sheer amount of which craft around the rotory how hard are they to work on and did they get a bump in reliability at all or they just a cut and past plus a few bits n bobs of the 13b

14 Comments
2024/12/15
22:07 UTC

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Silly suspension upgrade questions.

Anyone's familiar with suspension upgrade options that:

  • go wider stance

  • don't involve spacers 😂

  • improve handling (if that's even possible)

  • make it more robust durable (rally inspired thoughts 😅🫣)

Don't hurt me 😂

7 Comments
2024/12/15
19:45 UTC

7

sputtering at low revs

the higher speed i go and at low revs it sputters, seems to be at its worse when cold but gets better warm

7 Comments
2024/12/15
17:40 UTC

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Is this too much smoke?

It is very cold here (-13 celsius) car was at operating temperature, and smoke was consistent and didnt disappear. Been sitting for a couple months since last startup and drive

23 Comments
2024/12/15
17:13 UTC

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Thank you previous owner! NOT

One of the previous owners of my 8 has drilled the clutch and brake pedals 3 times each to install some thick rubber shims made out of car tires. FML.

6 Comments
2024/12/15
16:14 UTC

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Okay so, what am I looking at?

6 Comments
2024/12/15
15:35 UTC

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Clutch pedal drops to floor after clutch replacement

Hi Guys, I recently replaced my clutch with a new ceramic clutch + flywheel pressure plate etc. I've just put everything back together and now the clutch pedal just dropped to the floor. I've attempted to bleed and abit of air came out but it's still really loose and just stays on the floor after being pressed. Anyone have any ideas?

4 Comments
2024/12/15
07:35 UTC

63

How you guys seen these?!?!?

I'm in love with it!!

18 Comments
2024/12/15
05:51 UTC

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RX8 trying to be a Mustang

Not sure if it's an old clip or not, but I saw this while scrolling through snap.

4 Comments
2024/12/15
03:34 UTC

8

Differential Fluid leak?

From this picture would it be safe to assume that the seal was either pushed too far or broken? I replaced the axle couple months ago after getting hit by someone

4 Comments
2024/12/15
02:12 UTC

6

Rotors & Boba (12/21/24) / Toys for Tots Donations

2 Comments
2024/12/14
06:37 UTC

8

Help! 2007 RX8

I picked this 2007 RX8 manual the other day. It had been sitting for a while. I put a new battery in it and have no clue why it won’t do anything when I turn the key to ignition. I’m also worried about my scan tool not picking anything up when hooked up to the OBD2. I was thinking PCM but I hear the fuel pump kick on. I don’t know if anybody has any educated guesses, that would at least point me in the right direction. Any input would be appreciated!

5 Comments
2024/12/13
23:40 UTC

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Fc or RX8

Soon I’ll be in the market to purchase myself a second car for the weekends, yk for hitting up local roads… My main question is, which one is a better option, I’ve read up a lot on both and why one is better than the other and vise versa… I love the RX8 but the engine is so much worse than the FC, yet the FC is older and the 8 has better handling (per people who have driven both, not me)

I’ve loved the RX8 since I was a kid, and I want to get one, but is it really better than the FC?

Also if I get the RX8 I will be K swapping it, don’t matter how long it’ll take me, I work at a shop that will allow me to do the swap. What would you guys who have owned both say?

35 Comments
2024/12/13
23:11 UTC

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Transmission question

Hello everyone! Managed to grind between 1st and 2nd for a second (lifted the clutch a little early) just wanted to ask anyone with a little more knowledge than me how much damage the occasional gear grind may do? Cheers

5 Comments
2024/12/13
22:13 UTC

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Heater core options

Well today after a trip to the dealership they condemned my heater core as the source of me not geting good heat, I have done a quick flush on it already with limited success so my plan is to do one with some chemicals now but it may still need replacing. What are the options and what do I need if that’s the case

6 Comments
2024/12/13
16:20 UTC

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