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krammer · 02-21-2010, 11:31 PM

Hello, Today I purchased a 2004 rx8 w/16000 miles for 18,00 cash with extended warranty. I usually do my research before purchasing a car, anyhow I have been reading about this car and seems like nothing like problems from replacing the engine and flooding. Can anyone tell me what I am against and any other information. I do have 5 days left to take it back.

reddozen · 02-22-2010, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by krammer

Hello, Today I purchased a 2004 rx8 w/16000 miles for 18,00 cash with extended warranty. I usually do my research before purchasing a car, anyhow I have been reading about this car and seems like nothing like problems from replacing the engine and flooding. Can anyone tell me what I am against and any other information. I do have 5 days left to take it back.

you'll want to have your clutch peddle bracket welded up, make sure that the dealer updated your starter (there was a service tech sheet about it), and get the Black Halo Racing upgraded coil packs, and maybe a little stronger battery. Between all that, you should never have to worry about flooding again.

blowing the engine is more to do with no maintaining the car properly. make sure to check your oil ever couple fill ups because rotary engines burn oil for lubrication like a 2 stroke. You also may want to look into information on premixing ( i don't know off hand how much per gallon of gas of 2 stroke oil).

It's a great car, enjoy it!

krammer · 02-23-2010, 12:28 AM

[QUOTE=reddozen;110820]you'll want to have your clutch peddle bracket welded up, make sure that the dealer updated your starter (there was a service tech sheet about it), and get the Black Halo Racing upgraded coil packs, and maybe a little stronger battery. Between all that, you should never have to worry about flooding again.

blowing the engine is more to do with no maintaining the car properly. make sure to check your oil ever couple fill ups because rotary engines burn oil for lubrication like a 2 stroke. You also may want to look into information on premixing ( i don't know off hand how much per gallon of gas of 2 stroke oil).

It's a great car, enjoy it![/QUOTe

Will the Black Halo racing upgraded coil packs help reduce those nasty noise from hitting bumps I really dont mind but then again if I can get this problem rectified Ill do it.
Also what is meant by flooding of the engine, I had a honda civic which hydrolocked because of a hurrican I live in florida

***Herblenny*** · 02-23-2010, 12:50 AM

What kind of nasty noise?

djmtsu · 02-23-2010, 08:50 AM

I'm with Phil.

What noise? Mine is quiet as my Volvo on the highway, and nearly as quiet on bumps in town. Have you checked your swap bar endlinks? I bet you have a broken one.

reddozen · 02-23-2010, 09:50 AM

the stock coils are prone to failure, and generally aren't strong enough to crank the car if there's a little too much fuel in the housings. The BHR coils have a stronger spark, so you'll never have to worry about flooding, or "pop reving" the car when you shut it off.

Flooding generally refers to excess fuel in the combustion chamber (in regard to cars).

reaper · 02-26-2010, 12:38 AM

congratulations on the new buy!
i agree with the above. upgrade the coils. to avoid flooding, just make sure you warm the car up properly. to make the engine last longer, take care of it.
also, dont forget to enjoy your car.

02-21-2010, 11:31 PM	#1
krammer The Newbie Join Date: Feb 2010 iTrader: (0) Posts: 4 Rep Power: 0	Curious very Curious Hello, Today I purchased a 2004 rx8 w/16000 miles for 18,00 cash with extended warranty. I usually do my research before purchasing a car, anyhow I have been reading about this car and seems like nothing like problems from replacing the engine and flooding. Can anyone tell me what I am against and any other information. I do have 5 days left to take it back.

02-23-2010, 12:28 AM	#3
krammer The Newbie Join Date: Feb 2010 iTrader: (0) Posts: 4 Rep Power: 0	Thanks for Replying [QUOTE=reddozen;110820]you'll want to have your clutch peddle bracket welded up, make sure that the dealer updated your starter (there was a service tech sheet about it), and get the Black Halo Racing upgraded coil packs, and maybe a little stronger battery. Between all that, you should never have to worry about flooding again. blowing the engine is more to do with no maintaining the car properly. make sure to check your oil ever couple fill ups because rotary engines burn oil for lubrication like a 2 stroke. You also may want to look into information on premixing ( i don't know off hand how much per gallon of gas of 2 stroke oil). It's a great car, enjoy it![/QUOTe Will the Black Halo racing upgraded coil packs help reduce those nasty noise from hitting bumps I really dont mind but then again if I can get this problem rectified Ill do it. Also what is meant by flooding of the engine, I had a honda civic which hydrolocked because of a hurrican I live in florida

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02-23-2010, 08:50 AM	#5
djmtsu My minds tellin' me no... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (10) Posts: 4,043 Rep Power: 21	I'm with Phil. What noise? Mine is quiet as my Volvo on the highway, and nearly as quiet on bumps in town. Have you checked your swap bar endlinks? I bet you have a broken one. __________________ 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 1976 Mazda Cosmo RX-5 2003 Toyota Tundra TRD 2015 Toyota 4Runner SR5

02-23-2010, 09:50 AM	#6
reddozen Gold Wheels FTW Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0) Posts: 744 Rep Power: 17	the stock coils are prone to failure, and generally aren't strong enough to crank the car if there's a little too much fuel in the housings. The BHR coils have a stronger spark, so you'll never have to worry about flooding, or "pop reving" the car when you shut it off. Flooding generally refers to excess fuel in the combustion chamber (in regard to cars). __________________ My Cars: 1974 RX4 Coupe 1991 FC3S RX7 - Sold 2003 ZZW30 MR2 (Rotary swap after RX8) 2004 SE3P RX8 (20B Swap in the works)

02-26-2010, 12:38 AM	#7
reaper 2slow4u Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (0) Posts: 18 Rep Power: 0	congratulations on the new buy! i agree with the above. upgrade the coils. to avoid flooding, just make sure you warm the car up properly. to make the engine last longer, take care of it. also, dont forget to enjoy your car. __________________ my hoarse is amazing sincityrotary.com a place for las vegas rotary enthusiasts