Tony Angelo testing his RX8. Supa drifting
December 21, 2008
Drift Alliance member Tony Angelo is working out the bugs in his Mazda RX-8
Pettit Supercharged RX8 with CAMP 2
December 21, 2008
Pettit Racing Supercharged RX8, with Pettit Racing / HKS Camp 2 electronic gauges, in Scotland.
Only a mild run, but some transitions to boost (nowhere near full revs though) and a quick look at the screen of the camp 2 six gauge display mode. If you look carefully you will see a peak boost of 7.6 psi and 329 g/s air flow. (smaller number which are peak holds until wiped by user)
Two RX-8 drive by
December 21, 2008
Two RX-8 drive by, using external cameras.
RX8 K&N air intake 69-Series Typhoon
December 19, 2008
For the 2003 to 2008 RX-8 the 69-6030-1TFK, short ram intake system, is your ticket to real horsepower. The 69-6030-1TFK uses an inverted high-flow K&N air filter that allows your engine to breathe deep while effectively filtering the air to protect your engine. The complete intake system replaces the factory airflow assembly including the filter, air box and air path which results in an increase in horsepower that K&N guarantees. K&N air intakes come with a set of written instructions making installation very easy, usually in 90 minutes or less
K&N 69-Series Typhoon Short Ram Intake Mazda RX8 1.3L 03-06 Built for performance and show, the Typhoon Air Intake System is a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum tube induction system designed to fit many sport compact performance vehicles. Each kit is proven on a dynamometer to increase horsepower and torque.This Typhoon intake comes as a short ram intake. Available in Flat Black finish, this kit is sure to please in every way. Comes with an oversized High-Flow conical air filter designed to provide increased surface area and dust capacity.
This extra surface area provides even more airflow at lower restriction than a standard K&N O/E replacement filter that is limited to the size of the factory air box. The oversize air filter also captures more dirt increasing the service life before a cleaning is required (up to 100,000 miles).Features:-Designed for increased performance for your sport compacts, utilizing the finest quality components -Guaranteed to Provide more horsepower and increased acceleration -Available in high-quality finishes - Includes K&N High-Flow, Washable/Reusable Air Filter -Easy to Install -Million Mile Limited Warranty Product Specifications: -Product Style: 69 Series Typhoon Kits -Estimated Horsepower Gain: 10 HP @ 8700 RPM -Color: Flat Black -
SPECIAL PRICE : 307.99$
Click here to buy RX8 K&N 69-Series Typhoon intake
Replacement Filter: RU-5123 -
CARB Exempt: Yes -System Type:
Short-ram intake system -CARB EO
Number: D-269-32 -
Weight: 7.8 lb (3.5 kg)
K&N intake in action on mazda RX8
Mazda RX-8 K&N Typhoon II sound test
Mazda RX-8 flyby with K&N intake only
K&N intake on mazda 04 RX-8 6 speed
RX-8 K&N intake - starting
EXOTICSPEED MAZDA RX8 EXHAUST
December 18, 2008
Exoticspeed developed its R1 and S1 Exhaust system for both turbocharged and naturally aspirated applications by inspired and designed from endurance and Drags. Exoticspeed has incorporated this new race inspired offset muffler and piping design into many street applications, which offers a phenomenal flow and higher-PRM power gains due to the less restrictive design.This is achieved by eliminating unnecessary bends for the straightest exhaust path.For turbocharged applications, the large and smooth exhaust flow allows greater exhaust velocity for better mid-range boost response and high-RPM power. Naturally aspirated vehicles also benefit from greater exhaust flow capacity as engine tuning levels increase.The R1-T/S1-T Exhaust systems are made from SUS304 stainless steel muffler and Titanium tip assemblies.piping diameter ranges from 65.0mm to 76.0mm.
Rear lights misting
December 18, 2008
Early RX8’s had problems with rear lights, because they kept misting on the inside. This is due to the units not being fully sealed and the mist should clear when the temperature equalises. Dealers may replace them on the warranty if misting is excessive.
If there is excessive misting or signs of water in the lamp, the gasket surrounding the light may be leaking.
It is quite easy to remove the light, first undo the poppers holding the side boot interior trim to access the rear of the light unit, then remove the bulbs and undo the two bolts holding the unit in (be careful not to drop it). If the gasket shows no sign of damage, but is dirty clean it and the area on the rear panel it sits against, to allow a better seal. Dry the unit out and refit, ensure the bolts are quite tight, but don’t over tighten as its only attached to plastic.
If you can’t get it completely dry before refitting and misting reoccurs, remove the bulbs when parked to allow moisture to escape in to the boot. This is effective after a long run with the A/C on, as the boot air will be very warm and dry. Remember to put the bulbs back before driving again!
Stock RX-8 versus Mercedes CLK55 AMG
December 17, 2008
Stock Mazda RX-8 versus Mercedes CLK55 AMG on a tarmac track.
Video 1
Video 2
RX8 vs TC
December 17, 2008
Roll start
Drag Race
Installing RX8 grounding kit from Z-Enterprises
December 17, 2008
This is the full kit with 4 wires with crimped connectors. The crimps were very tight on the wire.
The ends of the crimps are numbered so you can figure out which wire goes where. The numbers are only stamped on one side, so you can orient the connector such that the numbers are not visible.
This is the full kit installed. The kit came with 3 color pages of instructions that were very good (which of course I didn’t follow, but I think its a guy thing). I did like the instruction in the Preparation section “Don’t drop anything — you may not find it”, which is very true, especially with the bolt on the engine. The new cables duplicate the cables already existing from Mazda (the directions have you leave the factory cables in place).
The first cable runs from the battery to the ECU ground near the passenger side of the front strut tower bar. The second cable goes from the ECU to the chassis ground next to the windshield washer fluid bottle.
The third cable goes from the chassis ground to the engine.
The fourth cable goes from the engine to the chassis ground on the driver’s side next to the master brake cylinder.
Article from www.gerhardstein.net
Mazda RX-8 vs Ferrari F430
December 16, 2008
Mazda RX-8 231 BHP rotary engine VERSUS Ferrari F430 490 BHP V8
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