The Wrecked MS6 Build begins

[avarela86]

Need everyones input. I am going to paint the front Mazda emblem a slightly different shade of dark gray and was wondering what you all think about doing the wheels also. I don't have the cash flow to buy a nice new set of rims but I like the look of these stockers except they are silver. I like the Dark look, I don't think color matching the car and wheels would look good but maybe if I did a real dark gray or something like it just a little lighter to offset it some, whats your thoughts? God Bless

Sounds like a good idea but only if it's something you strongly will want to do. Ultimately it's up to you. I myself would rather have a lighter rim to have it stand out on a black car. You can try to sell those as well, maybe even trade for a set of RX-8 wheels if that would be any different for your taste.

Good luck and congrats on the Family addition!!

 

[Renesis8]

I love the RX-7s you have.........*drools*

 

[Turtle of Time]

Need everyones input. I am going to paint the front Mazda emblem a slightly different shade of dark gray and was wondering what you all think about doing the wheels also. I don't have the cash flow to buy a nice new set of rims but I like the look of these stockers except they are silver. I like the Dark look, I don't think color matching the car and wheels would look good but maybe if I did a real dark gray or something like it just a little lighter to offset it some, whats your thoughts? God Bless

Why not paint the wheels and the emblem the same color as the Racing Harts that came with the 03.5 MSP?

 

[halfshaft5]

What color is it? Can someone get me a picture of what it looks like and also a paint code?

 

[Rainman]

What color is it? Can someone get me a picture of what it looks like and also a paint code?

Here you go brother. Sorry though, no paint codes for this colour.

R

 

[justanotheradikt]

i do not think that those were painted...more of something they did while making the wheel.

its almost like a black chrome

 

[Rainman]

i do not think that those were painted...more of something they did while making the wheel.

its almost like a black chrome

I was thinking that myself. I have thought that the stock wheels would look great in a slightly darker "chromium black" finish, but as justanotheradikt points out, it is probably more of a metal finish than it is an actual paint mixture. For the right amount, however, I am sure that you would be able to find someone able to duplicate this finish in paint...just do a Google search for chrome Audi sedan or chrome M3 to get the idea.

R

 

[justanotheradikt]

oh yea....no doubt you could find someone to get really close. but those were not coated.

 

[halfshaft5]

It is more than likly powdercoated at the factory or wherever they make the wheels. If painted wheels are properly cared for they will last just as long. BTW a good tip for keeping the wheels clean is to run ceramic brake pads that when used omit a harmless partical that is not abrasive, metallic pads dust is very abrasive and eat into a wheel in no time. Also use regular Rain-X and treat the wheels just like you would a window and when you wash your car the dust will fall right off and it takes a while to build up too. Keep the suggestion coming, I can match anything, and might just have a close match to that mixed already so we will see. I am leaning towards a spiral grey mettalic with a hint of fine red pearl in it. God Bless

 

[jersey_emt]

I am leaning towards a spiral grey mettalic with a hint of fine red pearl in it.

That sounds awesome! Good luck and please keep us updated on this one of a kind project (first)

 

[Mikey444]

I wish I can find some racing hearts to go on my RX-8 I dont mind being 1 inch smaller and have fatter tires.

 

[Turtle of Time]

The wheels are not a byproduct of an engineering process, I actually had someone repair a curbed wheel and matched everything 100%.

The RH's are powdercoated sometime in the process.

Can't wait till you have that car on the road, should come down here and take me for a ride lol

 

[joka1]

how much do you want for the red 3rd gen?

if it is still for sale that is!

rob

 

[halfshaft5]

That one is already sold but I have 3 other 3rd gens that I am in the process of building now so they will be available in the very near future. The prices will range from 12k to a tricked out 20k pending on the way they turn out and everyone will have new motors and rebuilt trannys and new paint.

I am up for rides anytime, when I get it done we will have a meet and greet somewhere and I will bring a few cars up. Thanks and God Bless

 

[halfshaft5]

Been doing a little research on the RX8 rims, not very found of them unless I could get the Shinka wheel, its not bad. I will look further but otherwise not looking good. I think a set of 19's would look good black chromed and set under there but funds limit that. Anyway keep up the suggestions, BTW are there any clearance probs running 8 wheels?

 

[Mikey444]

You'd most likely have to roll the rear fenders and that's it if you want to go anything wider than stock. Even if it's just a wider tire.

 

[halfshaft5]

Been lazy the past week but the update is working on RX7s and not the MS6 so I will get on it this week and gets some updates, might post a update on the RX7 in progress now, later tonight. God Bless

 

[halfshaft5]

Well the RX7 build is going slow also, too many projects at once. Anyway got it painted this weekend minus the wheels and Bumper covers but will do so in a day or so. Anyway here are some pics. God bless
Michael

 

[Japan8]

Cool projects. Wish I could do that myself...

 

[halfshaft5]

Well finally after a few weeks working on other things and help people out and spend time with the family here is the last weekends progress.
Everything on car is repaired minus the drivers seat cover which we will tackle tonight. My wife is going to sew it back up. If you look at anything and have questions just post them. Air bags are all in minus the drivers seat which I will do tomorrow but I did find something. Rear bumper is scratched down the middle os I will have to fix it too before paint. This is my buddies shop where we have a paint booth so by Saturday hopefully it will be painted. I have bought some RX8 wheels that I plan on painting a dark spiral gray mettalic and match it with the emblems on the car and paint them too as an added touch. Was thinking of a shark fin antenna. Are most people satisfied with them, and also thinking of CPE low down springs for it to add to the sport look but not too low, too low looks like crap but if done right it should compliment nicly, may 2 inches or so. Well give me your comments on this and let me know how I am doing and what else I should do before calling it done. Thanks again in advance as always and God Bless.
Michael

BTW where is the rear seat release to make the rear seat fold down, they have an elctronic switch on them and I can't find the trigger or switch. BTW anyone have an extra owners manual?