15 Years of Ownership Experience With My Mazda Rx8
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- čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
- I wanted to share my experience of owning a 2004 Mazda rx8 for 15 years. This is not a professional CZcams video. This is a simple one take video that hopefully might help others understand the Mazda rx8 experience as the platform gets more popular. Enjoy.
I've had my 2004 pre-order for 19 and half years and still love driving it.
me too~!
Damn... it alredy have 20 years old😢
u had any problems ? thinking to buy one soon
I bought mine off the shelf nearly 19 years ago - still love her very much!!!!!
holy shit that’s actually very impressive i’ve never heard of anyone keeping any vehicle that long
I don’t have an RX8, but from someone who has been mixing 2-stroke fuel for my whole life… You can’t take any 2-stroke oil dump it into a tank of gasoline and hope it will mix. Ideally you want to mix a batch in a Jerry can by sealing the lid tight and agitating WELL. That allows top ups without messing up the ratio. To mix in tank at a gas station, I’d recommend mixing the total required oil in a 1 gallon Jerry can, mix well, dump in tank, then top up with the correct amount of fuel.
This makes complete sense to me and is the reason why I don’t do it. Thank you for sharing.
Good point. I pour 2 stroke into the tank first then fuel over top, 20L of fuel will slosh enough to mix 100/200 mil of premix I think
The way you shot this video is great, man. You say you're not a youtuber and I believe you lol but you wouldn't believe how much people these days enjoy this raw, no cuts, no script style of video making. Really enjoyed this and I'm sure this video is gonna pick up exponentially in popularity. Keep the rotary alive!
Thank you. I’m just trying to put information out there that I wish was out there. I also use it to keep track of what I’m doing…maybe people enjoy just going back to the basic haha how CZcams used to be. Thanks again. This was encouraging
I dont know where to start with my comments to you on your RX8 maintenance, but start here: RX8 Club’s recommended maintenance schedule, more comprehensive and proactive than Mazda’s schedule.
30,000 miles:
- Replace Ignition coils
- Replace Plug wires
- Replace Spark plugs
- Clean MAF (mass air flow sensor)
- Clean ESS (e-shaft sensor)
- Reset ESS profile
- Clean power steering connections
- Clean battery terminals and clamps
- Replace transmission fluid
- Replace coolant (Mazda FL-22 is highly recommended)
- Replace air filter
- Replace brake fluid (fluid in the brake lines AND the clutch line)
~$300 USD in parts if you shop smartly.
every 60,000:
...all 30,000, plus...
- Clean all chassis electrical grounding points
- Replace accessory belts
- Clean OMP lines
- Replace rear differential fluid
- Replace thermostat
- Clean / Straighten AC condenser fins
- Clean / Straighten oil cooler fins
- Inspect catalytic converter
- Clean / Inspect intake valving
- Consider / inspect all points in 90,000+ as well, many items fail early
~$130 USD in parts if you shop smartly.
90,000:
...all 30,000, plus any 60,000 not yet done, plus...
- Replace coolant bottle
- Replace radiator hoses
- Replace radiator
- Replace front O2 sensor
- Replace motor mounts
- Inspect clutch pedal assembly for flex / weld breaks
~$900 USD in parts if you shop smartly.
At 100k, anything original in the cooling system and any original cat are really suspect and failure prone. They represents the biggest threat to your engine. Replace.
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This is why I love the Rotary community
@@pv4083 you are welcome, happy to help you keep it running.
Bro, you're a life saver 🙌
@@elijahkems602 you are welcome. Cheers
Glad to see this video, it's such a shame that this car got such a bad reputation through out the years. This video it's a gold mine to new owners and with so much experience on it helps to demystify such a great and misunderstood car.
Been owning an RX8 since I got my licence at 18. Was my daily for 3 years, only issues I got were consumable like clutch, the starter, a battery.
It hasn't ran in a year tho cause i broke my right arm last May and couldn't drive it because the shifter was a bit too short since i had a bit of trouble deploying my arm fully. Now that summer is here again i'm gonna flush all fluids, change spark plugs, brakes and pads and i'll finally be able to drive it. I've been missing it horribly.
Bring her back to life
Thank you for this video
Just bought a 2005 rx-8 myself
Very informative and got me feeling more confident with the car
Good. Enjoy it. Car like this one will harder and harder to find as the years pass.
Superb. Well done Amigo. Just my RX8 one month ago and ur video has encouraged me. Thank you.
Anytime brother. Welcome to the Rotary Fam. Just remembered the internet does not drive your car…enjoy it!!!
This video definitely eases some of my concerns about the rx-8s. I have always wanted one as a project but rn don't have the time or money. But when time permits I really really want one. I keep coming back to it as a project idea and I am hoping one day to get one and learn how these rotarys work and enjoy it.
I hear you. Hopefully one day you get the chance to do it. Just remember to enjoy the car and not get too caught up with “he said she said” noise. Cars are meant to be enjoyed and not to be stand next to worrying that they will brake. Good luck!
@@pv4083 This right here is the only viable comment. I've been enjoying my 8 for 3 years now and the stuff I've heard other "knowledgeable" rotary owners say to me...
Great idea for a video. I took delivery of my pre-order car in July of 2003, so 20 years of ownership as of the month I posted this. It's been a great car and very reliable for me, with a lot of great experiences attached to it. Road trips, car events, track days etc. An underappreciated and misunderstood gem of a car.
Good stuff!
Mine has 248,000 miles, 3 rebuilds, 1 motor replaced, 1 transmission replaced. My gpa was original owner, im 2nd owner. I love the car, i will never willingly give it up. Youd have to offer me a ridiculous amount of money and i would just buy a newer rx8 lol...i love it
Haha that’s exactly how I feel. I will never sell my rx8. Long live the rotary! Ha
How much money for each rebuild/ replacement
@@Kana0211 a new engine from Mazda will run you 5-8k but I’m not sure how much shops will charge you to install it since I’ve never needed a rebuild
@@Kana0211doing it yourself is doable if you're a bit handy and a lot cheaper since you pay a lot for the expertise, not necessarily for the parts. It's not nearly as difficult as a piston engine. Several tutorials on it on CZcams
Nice. Which oil did you use on the failed motors?
I feel heard ;) 14 years with a 2008 40th anniversary, driven summers and winters up North in Montréal, Canada, and have the same feeling about the car. And this after having leased a 2005 model prior to that. No pre-mix, only used non-synthetic oil, and drive it as it should be driven at every chance I get. Only worry is rust as I neglected it in the later years, but it started faintly in the rear wheel wells after 12 years. Otherwise, this has been my most reliable car (but DO read the manual and stick to the maintenance calendar!). I much enjoyed your video.
That’s great to hear! I firmly believe that the RX8 is misunderstood and with the future being all electric cars these cars will be much more appreciated. Question, are you still using non synthetic and what oil weight? I went back to 5w20 from 5w30 just to see the difference and the engine revs a bit quicker and smoother. It still synthetic. Im curious what your thoughts are…I’m glad you enjoyed the video brother
@@pv4083 I've always only used non-synthetic 5W20 oil, but wasn't very picky about the brand. I never raced it at a track though, where I might have looked at different options to keep the engine cool as I know it can run hot when pushed. My reason for using non-synthetic, other than being what was recommended in the manual, was the explantation I had read about its particular quality when injected (and burned) in the combustion chamber vs synthetic oil. Mazda stated it was a better solution in the long run for the engine.
@francoisluneau yea that’s what I used all these years. I just only started using synthetic because how often I was tracking the car but as the car returns to a more weekend fun car I’m thinking of going back to non synthetic 5w20…thanks for the info
@@pv4083 I hope it’ll serve you as well as it did me. It was really uplifting to see in what condition you kept yours. It looks very clean!
@francoisluneau thank you. It has. That car owes me nothing. I’m tempting to remove the racing beat exhaust and return her to her stock form…I think I might retired her from the track but I love taking her to the track but with the car being almost 20 years old I kinda want to baby her so that she last me another 20.
Thank you for for being so HUMBLE and HONEST, and for shining some LIGHT on all of the DARKNESS that many stupid ignorant people have been casting on this extremely underrated sportscar! 💡💡
Thank you. I’m not out for subscribers or likes I just want to help future RX8 owners who might have questions
Don't apologize man. Your perfectly fine. What matters is you had the courage to get in front of the camera and share your experience with us about your RX8 and your ownership. It's valuable information that people like myself are seeking out cause we're either curious or want to own one. Which in my case I do want to own one someday. Cause as meticulous as I am with the maintenance on my Mazda 3 I'm pretty sure I can handle maintenance on one of these to. Cause the only thing that truly makes it different is the fact that it utilizes a Rotery engine as opposed to a regular piston engine. Otherwise everything else around the engine is still stuff that's used on piston engines. It still sorta functions like a piston engine in terms of the combustion process. It just has a different way of going about it but still the same result. But good God I really want one. I love they're unique shape, their unique sound. I have never driven one unfortunately but hopefully in the future I can have the opportunity to drive one and own one.
Fantastic video! I appreciate the honesty and it's good to have a long time review of the Rx8.
I’m glad it was helpful. Let me know if you have any questions
@@pv4083You can shure bet that there's gonna be ALOT of people with MANY questions to ask... 15 years of experience makes you an EXPERT on these cars!
Great video! I love how you tell us what works for you, without preaching it! I’m an 18-year owner of a 2005 still running great, with just following the maintenance differences for the rotary. Glad that I got to see this and learn from your experiences. Btw, love the Kobe plaque!
Thank you! I simply wants to share my experience. It seems for those of us including yourself who are long term owners of this car…what keeps them running healthy and reliable is the fact we followed the maintenance schedule recommended in the manual and we drove the car as intended.
I’ll keep making simple videos. I will be uploading a review of my “carbon fiber”hood after using this summer soon.
And the Kobe plaque..you know it! Haha. Mamba mentality
I bought my Rx8 when I was 18 since it’s been really one of my dream to own one ever since I was a kid (influenced by nfs lol). Now I’ve had the Rx8 for 4 yrs and in his second engine lol😂 it’s been a love and hate relationship but I can’t imagine selling my Rx8 anytime soon😂
Enjoy the car and take care of her.
Love it man. I'm getting an r3 forsure. My dream car since I was 17 has been the rx8. I'm 32 now. Saving up for a year so I have 12k to be able to get the basic necessities needed as soon as I get it. Can't fucking wait.
I love that. Stick to it brother and enjoy the car.
For the love of God get a manual 😂
so basically ive only saved up 1200 in the last 4 months LOL
@@joogullae3456 You can find cars with fully rebuilt or crate engines for less than actual cost. Shop smart
Thanks for sharing. I completely agree they truly are a great car. I have a 06 with 75k. And I have done many things to mine to make it as bulletproof as possible engine wise. I did the sohn adapter and have run 2 cycle oil from a separate tank since around 15k miles. I have run synthetic from the sohn adapter setup. Still runs strong. No issues. I also have the revi intake. Love it. I have used mostly purple in its life but also have run Castrol edge also. Been a fantastic car. Not my first rotary though. I had a 1gen rx7 first so I had experience with rotaries already. Love to talk about rotaries so any questions. I would be happy to chat. I have been thinking of doing this same kind of video for mine also. You have inspired me. Thanks
Go for it man. Share your experience you never know who it might help. Stay strong. Stay rotary ahha
MAKE A VIDEO PLEASE
I would like another video also,I want to learn as much about rotary engines as i possibly can, my hope is that i can grab an rx8 for my first car (UK) and hopefully it ends up being my daily driver for a really decent chunk of time also want to make it bulletproof as possible seeing
i keep seeing videos that bring doubts about it's reliability and hopes about it's reliability.
This car is awesome. Most of people speak bad about this car they never had one. 👍
Exactly
this needs heaps more views man damn
Thanks
Thank you . A very informative video into our much maligned RX8 .
Glad you enjoyed it!
My issue is the consumption.....
In US you have very cheap gasoline.
In Europe is 2€per liter 😢😢
I prefer a type r 2.0
You car may still run, but with your lack of proper regular maintenance over 15 years, I am certain your engine has loss some compression. You should do a proper rotary-engine specific compression test. The results might surprise you. You should have joined the RX8Club way back when you first got the car to know how to keep it in the best shape. And they have been also Takata airbag recalls. Some parts of the series one fuel pump system were replaced under recall as well as a fuel tank issue, but the fuel pump.was NOT replaced under recall. Any Mazda dealer can plug in your vin number and tell you what recalls still need to be done for your car. BUT you should NOT still be running with a Series One Fuel pump. They are way under-engineered and will fall under high loads, heavy use , and high heat and can leave you stranded on the side of the road. You should swap in a RX8 Series TWO fuel pump, a very different design, different manufacturer, and much better for street and track use. Pre-mix does work and helps keep you engine and its seals healthy. In my post below with the proper RX8 maintenance schedule you will note that at 100K miles, ANYTHING still original in your entire cooling system or an original cat are the worst risk to your engine, and need to be replaced pronto. Good that you put in the Koyo-Rad radiator. As far as CAI, only the AEM/Mazdaspeed CAI and Racing Beat CAI are worth anything. All others will actually rob you of HP. The BHR coils are lifetime and will add performance . Even a used BHR coil set are better than new OEM coils. Good you had the clutch pedal replaced. If you still have the original 2004/2005 starter , you need to upgrade that with newer ones, more teeth and more power to start even a flooded engine. . The 2004/2005 starters were the weakest made. FYI, i have owned seven rotary Mazdas since 1973; one RX3; two RX4; all three generations of RX7 (one of my RX7 was race modified by Racing-Beat). .And I have my 2008 40th Anniversary Edition RX8 , bought new in 2008. I have easily way over a million rotary miles on street and track. On my RX8, I have done cooling upgrades including a lower temp thermostat, lower temp fan control, lower temp oil cooler thermostats, a Koyo-Rad radiator with Racing Beat hoses, starter upgrade, water pump upgrade, clutch pedal upgrade, Mazdaspeed CAI, BHR ignition coils and wires upgrade, performance cat and mid-pipe upgrade, new engine (under Mazda warranty, along with new clutch at the same time), Series Two fuel pump upgrade, and ALL the recommended regular maintenance. In my turbo Race RX7 with performance apex seals and running at 10,000RPM we used Amsoil Full Synthetic Oil due to the boost conditions and high rpms. But in my street rotaries I use only non-synthetic oil. In cold climates 5W-20, in warm climates and higher heat performance driving I use 5W-30 for better engine protection. Mazda only had that 5W-20 recommendation because they achieved a bit better fuel mileage for their EPA mileage ratings with 5W-20 oil, but it really isn't enough protection if you drive your car hard. Synthetics have a higher heat threshold, so they DO NOT burn up in your engine as well as non-synthetics. Just a fact. Cheers
Thanks man. You pretty much summarized the rx8 forum this will be helpful for all new RX8 owners. 👍
@@pv4083 you are welcome.
@Garden State 5W30 is plenty good , even in warm climates . 10w40 is too stick, 5W20 is too thin. . I premix for both my street and track driving. Cheers
More RX8 Info:
Engine Power Loss
• chokes as revs increase
o O2 sensor failure (too rich)
o MAF failure
o MAF disconnected
o e-shaft sensor fouled
o accessory belt fraying
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high end power loss (hard fuel cut)
o Rev limit reached
• high end power loss (jerky and stumbling)
o Ignition failure
o fuel pressure loss
o e-shaft sensor fouled
•
high end power loss (smooth)
o Catalytic converter clog
o air filter clog
• low end power loss (smooth)
o Engine compression loss
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low end power loss (stumbles)
o Ignition failure
o front O2 sensor failure
• revs slowly but smoothly
o O2 sensor failure (too lean)
o catalytic converter clog
o air filter clog
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sudden power drop at a specific rpm
o Intake valving actuation problem
• trouble getting to redline
o Ignition failure
o front O2 sensor failure
o catalytic converter clog
o air filter clog
o e-shaft sensor fouled
o fuel pressure loss
o MAF failure
Had my 05 since 2005 only owner
Thank you man for the vid. Im new to the rx8 platform. I have an 04 6 speed ( 6 port) it has 143k but a new motor was swapped at 120k. I’m learning as much as possible.
Glad I could help. Let me know if I can answer any questions
@@pv4083 hey I do have a question. My check engine light came on in the morning so I ran the code and it’s the cat converter. I don’t want a loud exhaust yet. Do you have any suggestions to a quiet exhaust that can help the heat?
@@michaelfarris1639 the heat is usually from a clog CAT. One way to check is to drive spirited at night park and see if the car glows slight red…unfortunately nothing will be as quiet as the OEM cat but they cost around 1K. The plus side is that they will last for about 90K miles..at least mine did( no premixing) and you don’t get any check engine lights that will ruin inspection at the dmv. Another option is the racing beat dual resonated mid piped. It’s not that loud as long as you keep the stock exhaust. Once you change that stock exhaust even with the resonated mid pipe it gets louder. The thing to keep in mind is that with the RB mid pipe you loose the catalytic converter and will throw a check engine even tho there’s nothing wrong with the car. That might be a problem at the dmv for inspection. Also if you are premixing and using the RB mid pipe you will smell the oil burning ahhah. But you’ll get flames. If I had to do it again I would of spend the extra money and got the OEM cat.
@@michaelfarris1639 what you hear in my video is Racing beat dual resonated mid pide with the racing beat race exhaust. Under 5K RPM there are no issue. It’s stock like but under open throttle above 5K people hear you coming ahha
@@pv4083 LOL! I like your suggestion. Thank you much for the info man. This is awesome. I will try and upload my rx8 soon. I have emailed Kyle Mohammed racing for future talks about getting the motor ported. But that’s a bridge to cross down the road. It’s been a learning curve with these motors for sure.
the thing with asking a race driver which oil he uses is they care about performance instead of reliability. its knows racing teams use thinner oils to minimize power losses but that's the only reason they do it.
I've always been back and forth on synthetics. I don't see why you wouldn't be able to run them especially since its used in normal engines that also burn oil as well (of course way less). I honestly might just switch as well since it's becoming harder and harder to find conventional in the right oil weights (I use 10w-40 because it gets to 110f here in the summer and need the extra viscosity for really high temps.) Very glad someone made a video like this. Appreciate you sharing your experience.
🙏 and I think you have the right idea in oil weights considering how hot it gets where you are.
@@pv4083 Thanks yeah it gets to like freezing maybe a couple days out of the year, so I'm not too worried about cold performance. Not to mention I don't usually drive if its freezing anyway lol. That might change though if I go synthetic since they usually have a higher range of operating temps in general. Have you ever thought about or tried a lighter weight flywheel (like the racing beat lightweight flywheel)? That's the one thing I feel like I would want to change to the driving dynamics to the car since it feels like I have to wait a while for the RPMS to drop shifting at high rpm. Thanks
I have not..I saw a comparison between the stock and the lightweight flywheel video. It’s out there. I was not convinced so I left it stock.
@@pv4083 Gotcha. Yeah I probably saw it as well. Thanks for the responses!
Always no problem
now this is real video !
Back of coils going white means they were on their way out. You changed them on time. They need to be monitored.
That explains a lot. Thanks
On time? He changed them at@ 90k miles!!!’ He was wayyyyyy too late
@@edgarj4762 He was. But then again, he changed them before they failed completely! I think the first coils (A) had an optimum lifespan of about 20k miles. His have done well. The Rev C ones have a longer lifespan and have good reviews... Saying that, I went aftermarket with mine.
I currently have a FC RX-7, but recently have been contemplating selling it and getting a RX8 R3. It’s basically a FC, but better in every way.😭
I sold mine and im looking at buying a '05 in a couple hours haha
But it’s not an FC..those cars are beautiful…I don’t know man either way you win! Ahha
When i pre mix my daily 8 i always put in the 2T oil in 1st then put in the fuel you want. that way the oil is getting mixed the second the fuel comes in and washes/mixing all that 2T dipping down the filler neck.
Also from Australia and use the same intake as the 8 cups here in Aus, without knowing i pretty much just added piping from infront of the rad to the last bit of the intake pipe
I’m glad it helped. If you have any questions just post them and I will do my best to answer them. If enough people are interested I will keep making them.
Where in North East are you?
Hey mate and thanks for the video. As far as the CAI power loss in low revs, the car should be tuned after installing the CAI to adjust the mixtures accordingly but also to lower the temp the fans are starting to work, increase the oil flow for the OMP and also, raise your idle to 1000 rpms again for better lubrication when idling. Also, since you use it to track you should replace the OEM brake lines with steel ones. Major improvement. Also another great mod, you should install since you use it for track, install SOHN adapter to use proper 2T oil for the OMP (together with Premix of course) and then use fully synthetic oil for the engine.
Thank you sir. I’ll keep this is mind 👍
@@pv4083 we thank you for the great videos!
@georgekiriakidis dude..thanks man. I really appreciate it that. I make simple non professional videos of the RX8 for things I wish was out there. We never know who we might convert to a Rotary Head..Spread the Gospel ahahh
In retrospect I think my decision not to take a salesman's suggestion to buy an RX-8 in 2006 and buy a Honda instead was one of the best car buying decisions I ever made. I still daily drive the Honda but I bet I would've ditched the RX-8 years ago.
I’m glad to hear you still daily the Honda
These cars had air bag recalls mazda sent out notices to original owners so guys that bought them second hand check your vin# with dealership to make sure they where replaced
Yea that was during the whole Takata airbag recall. It impacted multiple car manufacturers I believe Takata had to file for bankruptcy. Good call out.
I will say thank you sir for this video I have a obs Chevy and I offered it to someone that has a add up for trade his rx8 for a truck, he’s interested, I’m interested but then I tell my buddy’s and there all like noooo don’t do it, that car sucks, da da da .. so I was really on the fence ..honestly I still am just cause the engine is so different and seems like I have to tip toe around everything on it .. I love the fact that it’s RWD and 6 speed manny iv been missing it since I purchased the truck but that dam dorito scares me man .. 🤷♂️
Missing the manual is what I meant .. like shifting gears .. my trucks auto ..
I completely understand brother. While it seems a bit intimidating because of the nature of the engine. It’s actually very simple and has fewer running parts then a traditional piston engine…honestly think about it this way. If you get this car and everything else is ok and the engine blows like people say it will.. which only happens when you don’t take care of it.. you can go into a Mazda dealership order a new manufacturer engine from Mazda for 6-8k and install it your self by simply taking the old part from the engine and putting them on the new one and have one of the greatest handling cars ever made… for less than 10k. You will need new BRZ money 30k+ to get that kind of handling. Besides, what else out there is RWD..manual 10k rpm redline and with a balance chassis under 10k? And for a bonus it has a carbon fiber drive shaft hahaha. Good luck brother.. and they are starting to jump in value… I hope they don’t because then I can’t enjoy her. Ahha
@@pv4083 thank you for that .. I was wondering if worse came to worse what am I really looking at ya know .. so that’s nice to hear it’s not crazy, definitely makes me feel better .. anything I should be on the lookout for when looking over his rx8 or any bad sounds to listen for ?! Is it same as piston .. don’t wanna hear any knocking or ticking I’m guessing ..
@@pv4083 personally I feel like the platform and entire car is slept on tbh .. I think ppl are starting to realizing that it’s a balanced rwd chassis that’s not out to get ya like everyone says it is, plus it’s got amazing potential.. iv heard ppl compare the handling to that of a s2k which is amazing! I was shocked,
The Renesis engine is famous for its smoothness. You should not hear any knocking similar to a piston engine. At idle it should sound steady no jumping around in the rpm range. The engine sat idle should sound like a smooth humming with a little high pitch whistle to it. Stand by the driver side wheel bend over and listen. That’s where the spark plugs are and it should give you the best angle. Check how quickly it turns on it should not hesitate for that long. Ask when the starter was replace. Check the clutch pedal to see if it is cracked. There was a recall on that. Ask for if the front lower control arms were replace under recall. Not all cars were impacted but it’s worth the check. Ask them what gas it takes. If they say regular non 93 then you know the engine had a hard life. The renesis is a high compression engine and requires premium 93. If it has the stock air box great if not ask if he has it. And check for a worn throw out bearing. Press the clutch no rattling sound let go of the clutch there should be no sound. Not a deal breaker but a pain to replace. These are high level suggestions. Good luck.
Thanks for the video :)
i had a 2007 in 2016 and i drove it about 3200 miles before the motor blew, it had 105k miles when i bought it
Its gonna be so hard to convince my parents to get one once i sell my current car
I think it is a very misunderstood car from this video.
It's obvious that it can be more reliable than any piston engine with the proper care.
I think the problem came up because it was the first mass market RX sports car.
Really they should always have been aimed at the supercar market.
@gardenstatePR
One of my friend's had an RX3, he modified it very heavily & it was incredibly fast.
@gardenstatePR
The RX7 FD & FC were my favourites though.
So you’ve had the rx8 around to decades and never had issued with the rotary?
That is correct
Any sort of bullet points on issues and learning experiences? Pros and cons?
72 miles a day is crazy
Yea man. I was young and ambitious. You gotta do what you gotta do. Times were wild fresh out of the 08 financial crisis.
@@pv4083 I’d expect nothing less from someone who is obviously an absolute dawg. Refreshing to see someone who cares about their car more than they want to show off/get clicks. All the information was insightful and worth watching for rx-8 owners. Looking forward to joining the 100k mile club one day.
Thank you my brother. I’m just glad folks are enjoying this car. And you will join the 100k club. just change the oil accordingly to your driving and rev her. But most importantly just enjoy the car and. Forget about what people have to say.
My Rx8 is sick all the time 😩
She’s not sick she …just likes to cuddle.😅
Shoot, i might buy one soon, but sadly it have to be Auto. Unless i find one in good shape but in manual.
Good luck. 👍
There is nothing wrong with the auto mate. I have a 2004 auto with paddle shift and it is still a great car and fun to drive
@@bumble3572 I follow a Facebook group, most don't recommend it.
With that said, how many miles and how many engine you gone through? Not saying yours is not well maintained, just asking so I might change my mind.
@@DSPNWtoCali I have 85000kms on mine (Aussie) I havent had it for long, but i've known the car for years as I know the previous owner (they had it for 8yrs, I've known them for 6). They dont rev as high (7.5K), but that doesnt mean it isnt a fun car to drive.
A manual would be nicer, true, but that doesnt make the auto bad. A nice car is still a nice car.
@@bumble3572 good to hear, but with gas price, sheesh, not now. Probably later when I have room.
But enjoyed it brother.
I just called my mazda dealership and they told me that my rx-8 is available for a "Fuel Tank Leak" recall.... I suspect the reason mine suddenly stopped working is because of a faulty fuel pump. If I understood you correctly, the recall replaces your fuel pump?
My dealership did.they replace the entire fuel pump assembly
did you UNDERCOAT the under body?.......being a dd through ice and snow??
I did not. The only major rust issue I had was with the catalytic converter. After 18 years it the bolts that connect it to the exhaust header were rusted out. When I switched to the racing beat resonated race pipe. I had to chop it off. Other than that everything else was not bad.
"never didnt start between 16000km and 16000km" lmaoo
Ahha
can i use 5w-20 fully synthetic?
It is recommended that you follow the owners manual when it comes to oil. The most important thing when it comes to oil and what I’ve found during my 15 year ownership are the oil change intervals. I used 5w 20 conventional for daily driving but I changed it every 3000 miles. When tracking the car I use 5w 30 fully synthetic like the time attack cars out of Japan. With that being said I don’t see why not as long as you keep up with the oil changes and keep in mind the temperature of which that oil performs at.
I wouldn't, NO SYNTHETIC
Is there a tl:dr sheesh
what do you think of sohn adapters?@gardenstatePR
Very good advice.
To anyone considering buying this car or any rotary engine car: DONT!
Curious…why do you have this opinion? Have you owned one in the past?
Any additional information will help us understand to your position. Thanks