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what to expect - 5/27/2008 12:46:55 AM

codybill_1

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Hey guys ive gotten myself instreted in the rx8 ive liked these cars from day one but i really dont know what im getting into with a rotary that i know nothing about but poor gas milage so if anybody could give me some info on what im getting myself into and if there are any up grades to help fuel milage it would be very helpful thanks.

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RE: what to expect - 5/27/2008 7:03:03 AM

Renesis

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as far as i know there's no upgrades to fuel mileage. not only are they gas hogs, but you have to check the oil at least once a week, redline it at least once a week. Some are known to need a re-manufactured engine. They are high maintenance cars. But under good hands and someone who cares well for them like some friends of mine they will last a long time. They are over rated but underestimated in my opinion.

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RE: what to expect - 5/31/2008 1:16:48 PM

8xdaily

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theres things on ebay that say performance chip and they say they will improve gas mileage but dont buy into it its not real. but if you remember to check the oil and can afford the gas than your fine

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RE: what to expect - 5/31/2008 7:17:12 PM

codybill_1

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i saw those on ebay the gas milage is a minor concern for me right now i drive an 02 ram 1500 so anything will be an improvement but ive been reading all these fourms trying to get as much info as i can there was one on here a guy was talkin like he was getting 30+ mpg in the highway out west driving in the 90s have you read that one

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RE: what to expect - 6/1/2008 1:44:53 PM

Renesis

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I don't believe that. i drive the highway and in town and i get 12-15mpg unless they did straight driving without getting on the clutch and not stopping than maybe but highly unlikely. these cars DO NOT get good gas mileage, because it's a rotary it takes alot of gas and oil.

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RE: what to expect - 6/1/2008 2:08:28 PM

virgin1

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You tell 'im, Jen.
j/k

But seriously, I find 30 mpg w/a Renesis hard to believe too. And as was stated earlier, don't buy and expect to save anything w/those eBay gas savng devices. They are only a way to separate you from your money.

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RE: what to expect - 6/1/2008 6:36:03 PM

Renesis

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lol i thought you was about to reply and bite my head off lmao.
I don't know it's just my personal opinion having this car since august and it being my daily driver i know exactly how it is.

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