If you look into it, there are old school rotary lawn mowers. I remember seeing a video about it. If you're serious, I'm sure you could track one down and Bridgeport it.😂
Basically after watching you and a guy here in Australia I've bought 2 rx8s in the last month. I do wish there were more rx8 lovers here in Australia. Anyway they are awesome whether they run or don't lol
Maintain Biking (he referenced this in the video).. any decently fit MTBer has the explosive power to rip up a technical climb.. so that's where he gets his fitness.. and yes.. I'm a MTBer so I know about this.. also and a S2 2010 Rx8 owner..hence my channel name :) - greetings from the Hawkesbury, Sydney Australia
A huge issue that has become apparent in my country when it comes to rotaries is that there are almost none that can tune them. It's more or less a extinct skill. I'd learn myself but I have no clue where to get the knowledge. It's not like I have the money for a bunch of engines to sacrifice in the process of self thought. Nor the money for a dyno. But trade secrets are what pay the bills so I understand that. But it's also what's killing the rotaries where I live.
Hi from Sydney Australia. I drove my low compresion S1 RX8 for over 3 years before i replaced the motor. It just takes a little planning .. Filling up with fuel ( leaving the car running). If you go somewhere, you need to plan enought time for the motor to cool down to allow it to start again to avoid the hot start issue. .. Towards the end i was getting very good at driving a low compression motor !!
I just threw some modified R3 coilovers on mine, using mazdaspeed springs, as well as changing them to be adjustable height, and for only trading installing a power steering rack in a GMC for them, it has been a much needed upgrade
I know the rear shock replacement procedure all to well, put a set of koni sports on mine a couple weeks ago 😂, getting the arms lined back up is definitely a pain if your solo
Fortunately, in UK we get better suspension as standard, then you get R3 suspension, then the top dog PZ suspension that Mazda copied as close as they could(pro drive developed it and hold all the rights to it) with Bilstien shocks and I believe eibach springs but pz has progressive springs.
Look into swapping the front knuckles to automatic ones so you can use the smaller discs to move the caliper inward and use smaller rims. Don't know if 15's will fit, might depend on wheel type.
Congrats on the collaboration, but I'm not gonna lie, I watched a G&G video once and they were so ignorant about rotaries while making unqualified claims about them that it irrated me to the point that I wrote off their channel as not worth watching lol. Then again, he does say here that he knows nothing about rotaries and you are a great person to hopefully show him what they are all about. Either way, should be good for your channel, so that's pretty cool.
Kinda wish you would use a different car for the rally. Yellow Rx-8s are rare. It would be cool to showcase it as a budget daily. Maybe inspire a high school or college kid to get into rotary.
Love the content. I have a 2005 RX8 it runs rich and has what I suspect is a gas leak on the left side. Could it be a hose or line. New to the RX8 platform.
I just about get 22mpg or 300 miles(before the fuel light comes on) and here in the UK a gallon is bigger than in the states so 22mpg means we should get more to the gallon
R3 Bilsteins are a decent upgrade, the bumpstops unfortunately are no better than the base marshmallows, at 50k they are already shot. If you're going to keep the bilsteins on there for any length of time you should replace the bumpstop crumbs (or ideally upgrade them with something from FatCat motorsports. ) upgrade
WTH Ben? Whoever has watched a full rebuilt (from scratch) of any 4-stroke engine and a rotary one cannot say that they are similar in difficulty to rebuilt.
His opinion on rotaries are ignorant and he’s made enough statements out of his ass over the years to really prove to me he’s just incompetent or follows the same old internet band wagons lol
Never expected this collab between two of my favorite channels but I love it
The most deserved Rotary channel overdue to go full viral mode 💪
Rotary lawnmower.... I see an engineering collab with Superfast Matt. Sounds like something that he might be interested in helping you design.
There was at least one commercially available rotary lawnmower, so that’s most likely what he was referring to.
Congrats on the colab! You’ve earned it for sure. 🎉 C’mon 50,000! Keep it RAD!
PS: Where was this suspension video when I needed it a month ago 🤣
The sound! I've had three 82 RX7 in my past life(1 GSL ) now have an 83 GSL in need of some love on my carport. Can't wait to get it on the road!
Part of the suspension issue is they designed it to use the bumpstops as a part of the suspension instead of an actual bumpstop
congrats for the collab
If you look into it, there are old school rotary lawn mowers. I remember seeing a video about it. If you're serious, I'm sure you could track one down and Bridgeport it.😂
fyi hes got even more content on patreon! ive been subbed for a year and it is well worth it!
I'm really excited for this, I really hope you join them in some wheel to wheel racing!
Your still quite fit mate! Most people couldn't push a car more than 5 metres. Awesome video! Greetings from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺
I set the camera in the passenger seat. But it was so dark you couldn't see the whole journey lol
Basically after watching you and a guy here in Australia I've bought 2 rx8s in the last month. I do wish there were more rx8 lovers here in Australia. Anyway they are awesome whether they run or don't lol
Maintain Biking (he referenced this in the video).. any decently fit MTBer has the explosive power to rip up a technical climb.. so that's where he gets his fitness.. and yes.. I'm a MTBer so I know about this.. also and a S2 2010 Rx8 owner..hence my channel name :) - greetings from the Hawkesbury, Sydney Australia
Man gears and gasoline, caseys, and banana yellow rx8 with matching shirt!! Doesnt get much better than that. Are you a diehard for Casey's pizza too?
I can do Casey's pizza over most other gas station pies for sure
10:22 Wait!! You can put 87 in an RX8?! Wouldn’t it start knocking because the octane level isn’t high enough?? How does that work??
Get it buddy!
Nice! I remember commenting on Ben's video to watch your videos to learn about the superior platform!
A huge issue that has become apparent in my country when it comes to rotaries is that there are almost none that can tune them. It's more or less a extinct skill. I'd learn myself but I have no clue where to get the knowledge. It's not like I have the money for a bunch of engines to sacrifice in the process of self thought. Nor the money for a dyno. But trade secrets are what pay the bills so I understand that. But it's also what's killing the rotaries where I live.
Hi from Sydney Australia. I drove my low compresion S1 RX8 for over 3 years before i replaced the motor. It just takes a little planning .. Filling up with fuel ( leaving the car running). If you go somewhere, you need to plan enought time for the motor to cool down to allow it to start again to avoid the hot start issue. .. Towards the end i was getting very good at driving a low compression motor !!
Even when you fill up 😂😂😂😂😂
Atleast I know I'm not alone
I just threw some modified R3 coilovers on mine, using mazdaspeed springs, as well as changing them to be adjustable height, and for only trading installing a power steering rack in a GMC for them, it has been a much needed upgrade
2 Awesome channels for sure!
Looked like a fun trip! Ol’ Buzz did his job!
It's relieving to see im not the only one who ends up in those 4am situations 🤣🤣 whats that old saying "Misery Loves Company"
Hell yeah! 🎉
Hell yeah! Well earned and hopefully more to come!
amazing collab!
This collab. Chefs kiss. Shout out rad potential
Super cool!!!
Never expect it. I love it.
LETS FUCKING GET IT BRAP
This is so cool. Glad you guys collaborated, can't wait to see the videos.
yessssssssss finallyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!
Nice one 💪🏻
What a awesome collaboration
We should invent a sturdy swiveling tow bar that can conjoin two low compression rx8s that can tow each other through sheer coordination
man making it big, glad to see it
Hell yeah love to see the rotary collabs
I just know that's where rad p was going!!!
Two of my favorite channels!
I know the rear shock replacement procedure all to well, put a set of koni sports on mine a couple weeks ago 😂, getting the arms lined back up is definitely a pain if your solo
DANM!
man, I ran out of fuel in my fb once. scared the heck outta me lol. glad it was just out of gas
lets gooooo!!!!
I love gears and gasoline, they are up there in my book with mighty car mod Adam LZ, and Taylor ray in entertainment and knowledge.
Fortunately, in UK we get better suspension as standard, then you get R3 suspension, then the top dog PZ suspension that Mazda copied as close as they could(pro drive developed it and hold all the rights to it) with Bilstien shocks and I believe eibach springs but pz has progressive springs.
It ain't got no gas in it!
The collab i never expected 😮
Bro thats so nice !!! Im super happy for you !!!
Look into swapping the front knuckles to automatic ones so you can use the smaller discs to move the caliper inward and use smaller rims. Don't know if 15's will fit, might depend on wheel type.
Congrats on the collaboration, but I'm not gonna lie, I watched a G&G video once and they were so ignorant about rotaries while making unqualified claims about them that it irrated me to the point that I wrote off their channel as not worth watching lol. Then again, he does say here that he knows nothing about rotaries and you are a great person to hopefully show him what they are all about. Either way, should be good for your channel, so that's pretty cool.
YEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
My 09 has blown rear struts, too.
Wheres Co-Driver Calvin when you need him LOL
Kinda wish you would use a different car for the rally. Yellow Rx-8s are rare. It would be cool to showcase it as a budget daily. Maybe inspire a high school or college kid to get into rotary.
Are the orange dot sway bars noticeably different from yellow dot? Idk if you have any experience with this
Love the content. I have a 2005 RX8 it runs rich and has what I suspect is a gas leak on the left side. Could it be a hose or line. New to the RX8 platform.
Hey I saw ben had a coolant seal problem what’s a symptom of that misfire on cold starts?? and letting it sit?
I just about get 22mpg or 300 miles(before the fuel light comes on) and here in the UK a gallon is bigger than in the states so 22mpg means we should get more to the gallon
As soon as they said the RX8 was drinking coolant on their main road trip & their swap i had to to drop your name in their comments.
R3 Bilsteins are a decent upgrade, the bumpstops unfortunately are no better than the base marshmallows, at 50k they are already shot. If you're going to keep the bilsteins on there for any length of time you should replace the bumpstop crumbs (or ideally upgrade them with something from FatCat motorsports. )
upgrade
WTH Ben? Whoever has watched a full rebuilt (from scratch) of any 4-stroke engine and a rotary one cannot say that they are similar in difficulty to rebuilt.
i'm not wishing this on you. but the irony of if the starter broke after running out of gas would have been a riot.
IMO rotary engines ARE simple!
When worlds collide
You said you drove from Indiana. You out of the Indy area? If so we could collab on a Shinka RX8 I have in need of a rebuild.
8:34 did I hear a certain song
You can get a rotary lawn mower
When traveling long distances. I spare gas can with even a couple gallons will save you
🫡
His opinion on rotaries are ignorant and he’s made enough statements out of his ass over the years to really prove to me he’s just incompetent or follows the same old internet band wagons lol
the diff in parts prices wow here rotory re cheap lol
get a old sachs rotary m,ower
i know that dude .. annoying G&G