During my recent engine rebuild, I decided it was time to address two of the RX8’s known weak points: the OEM ignition coils and wires, and the corrosion- and leak-prone OEM oil cooler lines. A few vendors offer ignition kits and a few vendors offer oil cooler lines for the RX8. Texas Rotary Experts (T-Rex), out of Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas, offers both at competitive price points.
The T-Rex ignition kit uses the GM LSx ignition coils (D585), a custom mounting bracket, and pre-wired adapter harness so that it is plug-and-play with the OEM ignition coil connectors. The wires are nice feeling MSD pieces. Fitment was very good, although you lose the attachment point for the factory wiring loom. I used some zip ties for extra security. T-Rex claims a lifetime warranty, and they were very good about support during installation. A couple of wire color choices are available.
The T-Rex oil cooler kit includes three lines to replace all the factory lines. Installation and mounting is similar to the Racing Beat product. The provided instructions were rather poor, so I used the RB instructions. Instead of trying to modify the OEM brackets, I made custom brackets and in some spots used zip ties. The lengths and bends were good, and all hoses and fittings sealed up the first time. A couple of color choices are available for the hoses and fittings.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the initial quality and value of the T-Rex products. Time will tell if they are worthy alternatives to the other options on the market.
texasrotaryexperts
The T-Rex ignition kit uses the GM LSx ignition coils (D585), a custom mounting bracket, and pre-wired adapter harness so that it is plug-and-play with the OEM ignition coil connectors. The wires are nice feeling MSD pieces. Fitment was very good, although you lose the attachment point for the factory wiring loom. I used some zip ties for extra security. T-Rex claims a lifetime warranty, and they were very good about support during installation. A couple of wire color choices are available.
The T-Rex oil cooler kit includes three lines to replace all the factory lines. Installation and mounting is similar to the Racing Beat product. The provided instructions were rather poor, so I used the RB instructions. Instead of trying to modify the OEM brackets, I made custom brackets and in some spots used zip ties. The lengths and bends were good, and all hoses and fittings sealed up the first time. A couple of color choices are available for the hoses and fittings.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the initial quality and value of the T-Rex products. Time will tell if they are worthy alternatives to the other options on the market.
texasrotaryexperts
REVIEW: T-Rex ignition kit and oil cooler line kit
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