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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #45 on: November 29, 2011, 02:15:58 PM »
Quote from: shakenbake on November 18, 2011, 02:21:08 PM
Their website shows them in stock and ready to ship. Pricing is updated as well.

Yeah I noticed this as well.  I would like to know the details on the modifications to the steering rack setup.These RX8's seem to be popping up everyewhere with blown motors and lemon law recalls... this would be such a fun little swap.
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #46 on: November 30, 2011, 09:10:34 AM »
and i'd like to know what exactly is getting welded....and cut? and the list of parts does not have a engine subframe listed did they figure a way to put the motor in on the existing subframe?
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #47 on: November 30, 2011, 10:35:00 AM »
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #48 on: December 09, 2011, 02:52:34 PM »
I'm working on the pricing for the non-listed parts today. I hope to have all the pricing and descriptions completed during the holiday break. I simply haven't been able to complete the posting, and that is why we're looking to hire a full time web developer.

We do have some pictures to post. They will show the level of modification and welding required. It isn't anything like what is shown above. We use a nice CNC aluminum bracket, urethane engine mounts, and nice stamped brackets to weld to the crossmember.

Thanks guys.  :cheers:

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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #49 on: December 21, 2011, 11:04:54 AM »
How are the updated pictures coming along?
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #50 on: February 08, 2012, 11:41:15 PM »
hey when is the "complete" kit going to be finish?
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #51 on: February 27, 2012, 01:41:01 PM »
We are shipping LSx V8 RX8 mounting kits now. We have also completed the production of the cooling system, exhaust, electronics, clutch hydraulics, and more.

Our shop car has hundreds of miles on it now, and you're welcome to visit for a test drive at any time.

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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #52 on: July 01, 2012, 02:04:11 PM »
Hinson, could you please post up some pictures of the kit-installed in the car? I want to see how much room there is for the abs and etc. As I'm overseas, I would've loved to come by there and take it for a ride. Could you please send me any additional info as your site doesn't really have that much info and no pics. Spyrstas@yahoo.com      Thank you very much!
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #53 on: August 06, 2012, 05:45:06 PM »
We have been shipping these units to shops around the country for a couple months. Some of them are doing write-ups and others are not so tech savy.

We're updating the site this week on some fashion or another! We regret that it has take so long to post, but the information is available. Thanks!
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #54 on: August 08, 2012, 10:39:38 PM »
Do tell, link us to some of the builds that are documenting it. Any news on the gauges?
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #55 on: August 08, 2012, 10:49:21 PM »
Quote from: finiata on August 08, 2012, 10:39:38 PM
Do tell, link us to some of the builds that are documenting it. Any news on the gauges?

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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #56 on: August 18, 2012, 09:57:09 PM »
Quote from: digitalsolo on August 08, 2012, 10:49:21 PM
Quote from: finiata on August 08, 2012, 10:39:38 PM
Do tell, link us to some of the builds that are documenting it. Any news on the gauges?

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Shooooosh, its a secret, lol, I'm sneaking around between the lines. Wanna swap an RX8 but I need more info.
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #57 on: October 06, 2012, 12:13:16 PM »
Sure would like some more info on this. I went to your site to see if maybe you put up some build pics or at least had a link to some, but there are none. 
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #58 on: October 25, 2012, 02:22:29 PM »
any updates on this ?
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Re: RX-8 LSx Swap Kit
« Reply #59 on: January 08, 2013, 10:32:41 AM »
Just an FYI for everyone. I called Brian and asked him about this. The kit has been completed. It's just the website hasn't been updated. It covers everything from electronics to the exhaust.

The swap isn't direct bolt-on like it is for the Rx7 though, it does require some welding/fabbing.
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