I have a 2005 MT RX-8 with 91k miles. Mods include AEM cold air, BHR ignition coils and a gutted cat.
About 6 months ago, I started having start-up issues. It would take about 5 or 6 turns (2 or 3 seconds) before the engine started, hot or cold. I replaced the spark plugs and got an upgraded 2.0 kW starter. It didn't help much. Compression test showed low compression. At 300 RPM (because of new starter) Front: 7.8, 7.8, 8.0 and Rear: 7.5, 7.6, 7.5
I was bummed out but figured maybe I can drive it for another 2 years or so until I have enough saved for a new engine or another car. I started pre-mixing and tried to get a redline in every so often.
A few days ago, my start up has gotten worse; it takes about 9 or 10 turns (about 5 seconds) before starting, hot or cold. I also notice a bit of loss of power at low RPMs. It idles fine though. Is 2 years wishful thinking? How much longer before it becomes impractical to use?
Thanks,
Tom
About 6 months ago, I started having start-up issues. It would take about 5 or 6 turns (2 or 3 seconds) before the engine started, hot or cold. I replaced the spark plugs and got an upgraded 2.0 kW starter. It didn't help much. Compression test showed low compression. At 300 RPM (because of new starter) Front: 7.8, 7.8, 8.0 and Rear: 7.5, 7.6, 7.5
I was bummed out but figured maybe I can drive it for another 2 years or so until I have enough saved for a new engine or another car. I started pre-mixing and tried to get a redline in every so often.
A few days ago, my start up has gotten worse; it takes about 9 or 10 turns (about 5 seconds) before starting, hot or cold. I also notice a bit of loss of power at low RPMs. It idles fine though. Is 2 years wishful thinking? How much longer before it becomes impractical to use?
Thanks,
Tom
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