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Mar 5, 2010 | 08:56 PM

Marks-RX8

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From: Ft Myers, Fl

Hey guys, I am new to the rotary world and this site. I have 97 eclipse turbo that I have been working on for the past few years but needed a daily driver so I bought an 06 RX8. Loving it so far but very different than what I am used to. Looking to use it for autocross in the future.

Mar 5, 2010 | 09:15 PM

phinsup

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Nice, welcome to nopistons and congrats!

Mar 5, 2010 | 10:20 PM

wrenchrob

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From: Plattsville Ontario Canada

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Looks like you have done work to the eclipse. Do you race it?

Mar 7, 2010 | 05:28 PM

thatpoorguy

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gsx or gst? loving the look of it though, can't wait to see what you do with the rx8

Mar 7, 2010 | 05:52 PM

Marks-RX8

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Thanks guys, the eclipse is a GST and I am still tinkering with the tune, I am using DSM Link and still trying to figure it all out. For the 8 I am thinking suspension first.

Mar 8, 2010 | 02:04 PM

wrenchrob

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Thanks guys, the eclipse is a GST and I am still tinkering with the tune, I am using DSM Link and still trying to figure it all out. For the 8 I am thinking suspension first.

I also have not owned a rotary but did work for a mazda dealer from 1990 to 1993. looking forward to this summer to put lots of miles on the RX8. yours looks really clean.

Mar 14, 2010 | 10:37 PM

thatpoorguy

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the rx8 already handles amazingly well so if you can afford it i'd actually suggest getting into engine mods first, as the rx8 is kind of known for being a pooch against it's competitors in stock condition.