Mazda Rx8 Sohn Adapter Kit Install

[@Drivenbymadness]

If you want to check out the items mentioned in the video, they are linked below: 🟠SOHN ADAPTER: ebay.us/S9xV0H ⚠The Sohn adapter kit has been discontinued, so you need to buy a hose that you will connect on one side to the sohn and the other side to a container that you need to buy separately. The hose and bottle can be bought locally in your area. 🇺🇸 USA & ASIA: 🟠PREMIX: amzn.to/3yrAE5b 🟠PREMIX BOTTLE: amzn.to/3T9A305 🇪🇺 EUROPE: 🟠PREMIX: amzn.to/3CJ5E3j 🟠PREMIX BOTTLE: amzn.to/3SN0LMa 🇬🇧 UK 🟠PREMIX: amzn.to/3yplBsB

[@adammiller5136]

Sohn or not, I wouldn't go full synthetic with a rotary. The benefits of a sohn: you get less carbon deposits (fresh oil burns off cleaner than dirty oil), more oil capacity, and better seal lubrication (clean oil lubricates seals better than dirty crankcase oil). "Synthetic oils are not suitable for rotaries. OMP or not, premix or not, they don’t have the ZDDP (Zinc Dialkyde) necessary for rotary engines. The additives they contain are simply not enough. Furthermore, when synthetic oils reach high temperatures, they varnish and create deposits in the motor, damaging the bushings and internal rubber joints. There is no advantage in using a more expensive oil that has no advantages. It is necessary to do your oil changes at the same interval, between 3000kms to 4000kms maximum. For example, Brad Penn oil (mineral with synthetic additives) It is less expensive and has all the characteristics needed for rotary engines. The advantages are obvious, as your motor will start better, run better and smoother." ( Source: Derwinperformance.com/articles/all-oils-are-not-created-equal/ )

[@RobbieE56]

Dang this link is even busted 😞

[@adammiller5136]

@@RobbieE56 Which link do you need?

[@RobbieE56]

@@adammiller5136 The updated SOHN adapter kit.

[@jaycool5978]

I can't find a Sohn anywhere. Is it only for the S1?

[@awexomeandroid4468]

This is hands-down the best tutorial I've seen on a car. Clear, concise, and to the point. Easy to follow.

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thanks!

[@aslindaiyicocuk8283]

dude you are simply perfect. cleanest description i've ever watched. i don't have an rx-8 but you are pushing me to own one with your videos! respect!

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thank you so much man! It really means a lot :)

[@TheMarchada]

Even though I don't have rx8 (yet) I subscribed, so I'll be ready when i'm gonna need all of those tips and tricks, keep up the good work!

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thank you so much man! The videos will come very i handy once you get it, so i hope it'll be soon :)

[@TheMarchada]

I have good feelings about it, I'm almost half way there to buy one in decent shape

[@musa490]

Samehere! Getting myself ready too

[@zorbat5]

Same

[@RX-8GT]

Same here, I'm in the middle of searching for one, won't get it until I find one with low miles and in great shape in and outside of it. Good luck on finding one that suits you.

[@EyeoftheStoner]

Had no reason to watch as i own a series 2, but i still watched as i love your vids!!

[@thirdpedalnirvana]

I would imagine in a series 2 it would still be nice to use 2 stroke oil instead of burning dirty engine oil, but since the S2 has enough injection ports you don't have to worry about putting any in your gas tank.

[@hemantrambaran503]

@@thirdpedalnirvana then im buying a s2 then thanks mate 👍

[@sofakingdom3076]

Will be installing mine this coming Tuesday. Excited to increase the longevity of fun. I daily mine, change oil every 3k with Idemitsu 10w30 and have dedicated winter tires. I premix with 16 fl ounces of amsoil hp marine 2 cycle oil.

[@quesokelso5425]

Just knocked this out today with a new thermostat and air pump delete. Thanks for the walk through my guy!

[@THEALKYL]

After I started watching your videos, I seriously considered buying a RX-8. It is great to aquire the skill to maintain and eventually rebuild a rotary, they are relatively cheap, and they sound amazing. But at the end of the day the NC MX-5 has the same great chassis, a very reliable engine with sensible fuel consumption and better tuning potential than the Renesis. Also a hardtop turns the NC into a nice looking coupe. Of course you have to be secure enough to get passed the hairdresser jokes :)

[@alexflores5020]

Miata chassis are conventional rail chassis the NC was a half and half derived from the bottom end of the RX-8 mixed in with older Miata style conventional rail chassis. The RX-8 has a full cockpit type full unibody. It is literally ONE of the only chassis of its type that existed at the time when the RX-8 was created and its the same as what's used in HYPERCARS these days. The RX-8’s entire front suspension is held on by the end section of the unibody. It literally has no front structural subframe. And the rear of the RX-8 is a full 5 point multilink meaning that its not just two suspension arms and a few other bars linking the suspension like conventional rear multilink suspensions used in other cars. I mean the RX-8 has 5 entirely different individual bars and arms with bushings holding the rear hub/knuckle assembly as well as the shock and spring. That 5 point multilink suspension it has at the rear is one of the most reliable ways to run a cone type Torsen diff (RX-8 has a special diff that is not just a torsen spring but it also has cones that act as a taper so that the diff has torque vectoring by design. Other cars don’t have this. Definitely not any Miata, not even an ND.) This LSD diff design requires a proper 5 point rear suspension to even work because of the way a true Torsen diff needs to keep load on both rear wheels at all times in order for it to work. For anyone to claim a Miata is the same chassis is a joke. The only thing that the NC and RX-8 have in common and are interchangeable is the steering rack and some of the suspension parts that serve as upgrades for the NC but that's it. The RX8 chassis is different to any of the Miata chassis (NC or otherwise). Ridiculous levels of bullshit going on with people claiming the NC is a short wheelbase RX-8 chassis.

[@pe-peron8441]

@@alexflores5020 So this is the specific breakdown on why the RX8 has got such a great and almost mythological chassis. This car really does amaze me more and more the more I learn about it And thank you so much for the in-depth description

[@cbremer83]

I have been running Royal Purple in my 09 for five years with the stock OMP setup. RP actually burns pretty clean. Nice light brown powder on the plugs like 2 stroke oil.

[@petescarport]

Chad Bremer your referring to premix right? I’m just trying to find the best premix for myself. Just picked up an 05.

[@adammiller5136]

@@petescarport I prefer Klotz - Estorlin Benol racing premix castor oil. It works extremely well and makes the exhaust smell better, especially if you have a non-cat pipe.

[@rockymountainrotary2005]

This is one thing I still need to pick up for my RX-8, for now I just do rather frequent oil changes to try and keep it as clean as possible. That and plenty of de-carboning on weekends!

[@Drivenbymadness]

That's the way to go :D

[@amaurycivier9828]

WoW thanks man ! I just installed my sohn kit today and your tutorial was very clear and precise, it’s only took me 3 hours to made this install. Big love and keep continue your video. Next install will be the koyo radiator !

[@Drivenbymadness]

Well done man! I'm very happy to hear your success :D

[@gusland1235]

Hey I'm planning on buying a rx8 soon and doing all the research needed but can't find where to buy a legit sohn kit. Where did you get yours?

[@amaurycivier9828]

@@gusland1235 It looks like Epitroch has stopped selling this kit by the way you can find other kits on w-autosport or ryanrotaryperformance website.

[@gusland1235]

@@amaurycivier9828 hey, I plan on buying my rx8 next week with some pre-installed mods but these websites look awesome for some future stuff or things I would replace. thanks alot for the recommendations😄

[@amaurycivier9828]

@@gusland1235 Ahaha I am happy to help you, most of my performance parts and even my motor come from RRP

[@Snoopi25]

Man, your DIY videos are amazing! Just 1 problem I have w/ the Sohn Adapter. The problem is, it's still actuated and controlled by the OMP. This means, that it only does its job when the OMP pumps oil into the combustion chamber. This also means, that it only lubricates at the RPM that the OMP opens up. Premixing on the other hand, ensures that you have oil at all RPM and functions independently of the OMP. This adapter is good because, like you said, now you have fresh 2-stroke oil in the combustion chamber. Although, switching to synthetic oil, it will still burn like synthetic oil when the OMP pumps it in. Keep up the good work! Can't wait to see what you have next on the to-do list :D

[@Drivenbymadness]

That's true. If the S1 rx8 would have a 3rd oil injector, like the S2, this would be ok, but if it was electronically regulated to add oil troughout the whole rpm range, but in different quantities, this would be poerfect. Thanks Snoopy :D Ohhh boy o boy, do i have ideas! Too bad i have more ideas than money :P

[@aaronbrown3748]

@@Drivenbymadness ever tried using a setup controlled the same way as fuel injectors? I have series 2 and had capabilities to program 12 injectors so i did it that way could always be an option

[@aaronbrown3748]

Well series 2 engine anyway

[@thefury7410]

YES! FINALLY! Even better you can directly see the premix left in the reservoir, instead of having to pull the oil dipstick every single time. Still remember me mate? Now I can consider this adapter and switch completely to synthetics. I don't have access to Idemitsu Premix >_< so I use the Idemitsu 2T FC.

[@Drivenbymadness]

I remember you from the image on your profile :P Yes, this conversion is great in every way imaginable. I'm also gonna switch to full synthetic 5w50 oil :) If you have a de-cat, any 2t oil with JASCO certificate will do ;)

[@thefury7410]

Sure will haha, I still prefer non-marine 2T oil nonetheless :D

[@pmm4177]

Nice job my friend, im thinking about doing this mod to my 04, ive got 142k miles on the original engine

[@She1lby]

Could you tell what oil do you use?

[@pseubi5944]

I love your content so much, keep up the good work -- happy holidays!!

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thank you very much man! I'm happy you like it :) Happy holidays to you too!! :D

[@boomer5601]

Nice video! Now I gonna buy the sohn adapter and the thermostat to install haha

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thanks man! Awesome! For the track the termostat along with a better radiator will do wonders. The sohn is a great add, so go for it :D

[@Flyingdutchy33]

Don't forget you need an oil tank to feed the Sohn adapter. This is NOT included, so you have to source it yourself. The one in the video can be bought of Ebay as a complete kit, I have the very same one too. But, with some handywork, you can DIY a tank yourself. I've seen gastanks of mopeds and scooters being used. But, for the low price and ease of installation, I highly recommend the hassle free Ebay solution. You can even get the backplate in fancy colors, if you so chose. There won't be a hole for the headlight spray thingies, but I'm sure you can drill a hole yourself and with a grommet, mod the reservoir so that it still works.

[@REVMedia]

Awesome man! Been wondering about these kits for a while, answered all my questions in the video!

[@Drivenbymadness]

That's excellent news man! I'm very glad it served you well :)

[@thenewshadeofblack]

This is the video I was waiting for ! Sadly my radiator cracked , so I add the sohn adapter 3 months ago . Haha

[@lakessbm]

I love the way he says it wouldn't fit " at all"

[@1616oliver]

finaly a good video about installing it! thinking about installing it! keep making good videos! 🙂

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thanks man! Will do 😃

[@krzysztofwasilewski3802]

awesome videos! I've just bought a european 2005 rx8 and right now going trough all your videos to keep it cool/alive. right now unclogging the catalytic converter and thinking about the sohn adapter, if you have time and it is not a headache please update de link to buy it, I don't want to make a mistake buying the incorrect one. thanks for all, keep on going man :):)

[@rx8mauri_]

Awesome install video! Maybe I'll give this a go in the future.

[@TurboHappyCar]

Thank you so much for a clear and concise video! 👍

[@Drivenbymadness]

My pleasure 😊

[@drewgreco2598]

extremely helpful, thanks for making this video!

[@henry9925]

Very good instructions deff. Going to watch this when I install mine Good job👍

[@juicecaja]

Thank you so much!!!! great video once again.

[@Drivenbymadness]

You're welcome man! Glad you liked it :)

[@shadogaming5905]

this is actually convenient i just bought one and need to know how to install it xD Also 1st :3

[@Drivenbymadness]

What better day to be alive :D

[@jmicm13]

Very well done tutorial. Thank you!

[@Flyingdutchy33]

Nice, welcome to the club! Just one thing, I don't know how much of this is true, but I heard synthetic oil could potentially damage the rubber O rings on the rotors. Having said that, I've been running semi synthetic Castrol Magnatec since and haven't encountered any problems.

[@thefury7410]

Is it really safe? How long have you been using it? Because I'm afraid it might cause problem in the long run. I've been running Idemitsu 10W-30 mineral oil. I avoid running full synthetic, but I heard that Royal Purple Synthetics could be run on rotaries safely, but it hasn't convinced me yet.

[@Flyingdutchy33]

I've had my Sohn adapter installed for about 30k kilometers now. Zero issues so far. As far as engine oil goes, I wouldn't really know what to recommend. but I will say this: The specified oil by mazda is too thin. They did this in order to get ever so slightly better mileage at the expense of the engine. I run 10w40 myself.

[@thefury7410]

I haven't got a Sohn Adapter yet, the OMP still inject 4T 10W-30 oil. This is the main reason why I still avoid synthetics, if I'm not mistaken you could run synthetics after you install the Sohn adapter as the engine will inject 2T oil instead of used 4T oil.

[@Flyingdutchy33]

That is entirely correct. However, the main reason to go to full premix OR the Sohn adapter is basically that your omp wont inject filthy black oil from the sump into your combustion chambers. Even if you just changed your engine oil, there is still a lot of filthy oil in the oil coolers & lines. Hence you never really have fully clean oil, not even after an oil change. Over time, this oil becomes absolutely filthy, making your omp eat ever more filthy oil. Imo that's the main reason to switch over. Ofcourse 2stroke burns "cleaner" so you should theoretically have less carbon deposits too. However, even with a Sohn adapter or full premix, you will still need to change your oil every 5-7k kms. I do mine religiously every 5k, and put in a new filter with every single oil change.

[@thefury7410]

That's cool. By the way I've had this question for a long time, should I switch to synthetic (or synthetic blend) with my OMP on? The debate for oil in the RX-8 is too intense to be honest.... Some say not to run synthetics (I'm one of them), even some builders like Essex Rotary don't recommend it. However some say it's fine and even better to run rotaries with synthetics (I'd assume full synthetic), Black Halo Racing says so (in general), Racing Beat too (they tested Royal Purple).

[@adammiller5136]

I don't recommend using synthetic. Rotary engines are not designed for synthetic. Use a petroleum-based oil in both crankcase and Sohn oil reservoirs. I recommend using an engine oil that meets API specifications SL or SJ; this means the oil contains adequate ZDDP (anti-wear additive) for a rotary engine. There is no point in using synthetics in a rotary, but there are several reasons not to use them. The main reason is that you should be changing your oil at no more than 3K regardless of the oil you use. The second reason is that synthetics have a higher flash point and will increase soft carbon build up inside a rotary engine. I use a 20W-50 conventional oil (Castrol Classic [high ZDDP]) in the crankcase, and a 10W-30 oil (Castrol GTX) mixed with 20% Marvel mystery oil in the Sohn. I still pre-mix using a castor oil based two stroke mix (Klotz Estorlin Benol) since it is one of the few clean burning non-synthetics (and it makes the exhaust smell better). I do NOT recommend using Idemitsu in a rotary since it IS synthetic (although they have great products for non-rotaries). Since this post hasn't been updated, here is where you can find the Sohn adapter: www.ebay.com/itm/195826815768

[@supermoop]

As a contingency, I would purchase the OMP lines in case they crack when you try to move them out of the way.

[@techsupportnubrite4264]

My good friend, some of these links no longer work. Please update, as I'm looking to purchase through your link. Especially the fluid container upgrade, that one is hard to find in North America. Thanks bud!! - Keep up the great work on your channel!!

[@Drivenbymadness]

Hi there, unfortunately the fluid containers can't be found anywhere anymore, i keep updating my links but they expire so quickly that i can't keep up. You can purchase the adapter itself and use a generic bottle with the same exit part for the tube as the one in the video and find somewhere creative to bolt it on.

[@rustyshackleford7359]

Great video man!!! sums up a nice couple hour job in 9 min, awesome. make sure you see fluid running all lines without air vacuum leaks from injectors Also noticed mine ran about 6 oz (175ml) for a tank, I still double up with an extra 6 oz in fuel to run 1 oz per gallon, little heavy but with not cat converter she runs great

[@nicboi3531]

Q&A (the question is there i promise) so, i watched this video like 6months ago bc i was wanting to drive the rx8 for school but that didnt end up happening (the engine needs to be rebuilt and insurance). For the sohn adapter ik i have premix whatever oil i want to, but what about the engine oil? like do i use 5w30 for engine and a thicker systhetic oil for premixing? or the thicker oil for both??

[@cesarg8087]

10w30 in hot days, 5w30 in winter, dont recommend driving this vehicle in winter, I live in Canada where it gets to -50 C

[@GaaraGaming]

is there a kit for a rhd rx8 that you know of?

[@PerculesMr]

I saw half of that video already :D

[@Fri8K]

have u thought about putting in a small hole in the cap of the resovior so that air pressure doesnt make the omp have trouble pumping the oil? just a thought that occured to me. let me explain, when the omp needs to pump oil into the rotor housings, it sucks the oil, but the oil resovior will build negative pressuse inside it, this might make the oil pumping hard to do cuz the resovior itself is making a negative air pressure. if u guys are confused, dont worry, i am not the best at explaining what i mean. heres an example, when u drink from a water bottle and seal ur lips around the bottle and dont let air into the bottle, the bottle shrinks and crumbles due to negative air pressure, now im saying the same idea to the resovior, except the resovior won't crumble, cuz its probably hard plastic, but if u put some type of filtered air hole in the cap, that won't occur and the OMP will get the right amount of oil without any backpressure. just my 2 cents, take it or leave, dont flame chat.

[@boomers03]

The caps in these kits are vented.

[@jayc2719]

How does the main feed of engine oil from the sump stop going to rotor when the new adapter is installed as all oil lines reinstalled??

[@frey8078]

I made a bad decision with my first mechanical job ever being installing a sohn adapter on my RX8 with no instructions but the ones in the box. That was such a pain

[@driftaddict228]

now next now now now haha great video

[@doctoredable]

Thanks for this very informative video. With so much oil being injected into the rotor housing I would expect the engine to have greater longevity and run at lower temp. . I do wonder about the longevity of the 2 stage cat keeping up with the oil flowing into the exhaust. In California we have very strict emissions laws and if their is a check engine light with an associated Cat Converter code the vehicle is not fit for registration.

[@TheSoishiro19]

Nice tip :) I installed mine 2 months ago, with Motul 710 2 Strokes Oil and 2 strokes oil additive. Result is pretty impressive, and engine feels different to me, slight torque increase on all rpm range, and better high rpm reving :) I'll have a look to your feedbacl after many refueling...

[@raulduke85]

Go fo motul 800 dude, it' s the best performance 2 stroke oil out there😎

[@soto575]

@@raulduke85 this one Motul 800 Factory Line 2T Road Racing Oil ?

[@lukaramov3893]

After instaling the kit and filing the reservoars with oil do you premix 2t oil in the tank or use the same one in the reservoar

[@bdsoccerman10]

Where can you buy this kit now? I can only find the adapter :( cant find the reservoir or mounting plate anywhere.

[@cesarg8087]

im here as well, we need a captain

[@clinthenderson3775]

Cool video great job man. I do wonder why you don't just delete your oil metering pump if you're going to premix anyways. Was just curious.

[@Casper9]

Thank you for this video, Installed one last weekend using this video although my adapter used oem type rubbel seals instead of paper. Really easy to follow and take notes. How did you solve the headlight washer system? I left everything from the oem reservoir to the car but my headlight washers don't work anymore and are needed for inspection

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thanks man. I left the headlight washer system unplugged. I think youll have to do a dyi method to enable it again.

[@markowasowskii181]

We can fill it with Idemitsu Rotary PREMIX instead of new engine oil?

[@doc.voltold4232]

So.. what is this for?

[@thomasmason8481]

Doc. Volt, I think it makes the oil flow more consistently and makes the oil the correct consistency so the apex seals stay well lubricated

[@ThePolluxofLard]

The Rx8 injects normal motor oil in the combustion chamber to lubricate the rotor sides and the apex seals. With this mod you disconect it from this cycle. The sohn adapter will inject premix oil to your combustion chamber instead of the normal motor oil. So you dont have that much carbon build up and inject fresh 2 stroke oil. Result: Better lubrication (fresh 2 stroke oil, no dirty motor oil), 2 stroke oil will burn completly (nearly no carbon build up) and the rx8 won´t drain any motor oil anymore.

[@jmicm13]

Doc. Volt he literally stated that in the first 35 seconds.

[@msengineeringdavid3702]

@@sonacphotos synthetic oil does not gum up spark plugs only bad oil additives do.

[@msengineeringdavid3702]

KMPZ sorry but you’re labeling all oils as if they are the same there are 2 stroke synthetic oils but you’re gonna say some carbon up bs again Z

[@MsMilios]

You are just awesome

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thanks!

[@markbryant5635]

Great Vid have done a vid on the ssv removal?

[@iamlinxx_]

So if you install this kit do you still fill up your oil in the usual way in addition to this kit? So would I still use 10W40 via the normal filling process and the oil via this kit? Am I making sense?

[@minecraftryan9341]

So if I’d can’t premix do to the stock exhaust system, would it be ok if I just changed from my current oil pan to this? Without premixing until I can.

[@reginaldigweike4002]

Good video, why do you have to premix your fuel, i don't see how this can increase the lubrication of the rotor tips and also using an oil that burns easily in the sump instead of mineral oil would that not be beneficial than using a sohn adapter kit?

[@cutdepiefails6596]

You can use proper synthetic oil to lubrificate and handle the heat and for the chamber you use proper oil that is made to be burnt.

[@luisalfredosolorzano6525]

Hi i need the link to get the kit please help me out. Thanks

[@Drivenbymadness]

See if you find it on www.drivenbymadness.eu/mazda-rx8-mods

[@SQUANTANI3NS]

has this made a difference in the way the car runs?

[@miriciousvespyre]

That reminds me. I think my heater vavle is stuck because my heater doesn't work. Occasionally on cold start up, and driving after warming it up, I hear the sloshing/trickling of fluid in my dash

[@Tyrese-oz6jo]

Where can I buy this t handle or is it even necessary, is there another tool that can be used or does it have to be this

[@Drivenbymadness]

The T handle is very handy and gives you good grip and torque to tighten/loosen the bolts. Here's the link to it and gets also the bits to put in: amzn.to/2HkwAsH

[@petescarport]

Does this replace pre mixing or is it still necessary to premix. My guess is you still need to premix but this will eliminate standard oil burning and will allow full synthetic to be used. Hmmmm. Seems like a great mod

[@geoffhaylock6848]

You could have the quantity of oil that's injected adjusted so no need to pre-mix

[@petescarport]

Geoff Haylock wow that sounds awesome. Do you fill it with two cycle oil then

[@burnerheinz]

@@petescarport yes

[@hamu729]

Should i install decat

[@57rotary]

Could you please try fuel and premix oil(more fuel than oil, since heat is a major cause of apex seal wear) in the Sohn Adapter Tank. Let me know if it works cause I think that also fuel is thinner than oil making it easier to go through oil injectors. Please let me know if my hunches are right because eccentric shaft is going at a higher rpm than even the rotor is at a 3:1 ratio(eccentric shaft to rotor rpm). Please let me know how car feels with the fuel and small amount of oil like you would in the fuel tank also in the sohn adapter tank.

[@1ATATIM3]

So you did alm of this and still adding premix to your fuel? I've owned Rotary engines for over a decade and never had any issues by just being proactive on maintenance

[@alluvz2fish]

After you install the Sohn adapter, do you still use premix with your fuel?

[@alexs9528]

I think towards the end of the video he said he does

[@tash2844]

Only if its a 2008 and earlier. 2009 and later should be good with just the adapter stuff.

[@SilverShadowLP]

Awesome Video as always :) but you forgot to warn about the oil lines, when you unscrew them, be careful. The screws or the lines could be very hard corrosed and break easily which means very much care and concentration in removing them otherwise a bolt or a line could break and you OMP (Oil Metering Pump) can become useless :) Next year in May when my RX-8 wakes up from wintersleeping, ill add the Sohn adapter myself to it i can await it to do it ❤

[@Drivenbymadness]

The lines looked quite hard and durable. I was a bit scared when pulling them forward while refitting them, but it got done safely :) Thanks for the heads up! I was also thinking of installing the Q300, as it is the cheapest one with a TUV certificate :P I would install the Turbo XS exhaust, but it has no papers and it's quite loud. Take care of it! Cover it with a nice fuzzy blanket to keep her nice and warm :) Thank you sooooo soooo much :D I wish you a merry Christmas to you, Yuu-Chan and your family! may 2018 be a year full of adventures and unforgettable memories :)

[@UselessNekoGang]

Should you still premix with a Gen 2?

[@NightFlyer]

Will the oil consumption be stopped since you are feeding the premix oil from another resovior?

[@adrianbryant7342]

SkyFlyyer yes

[@thefury7410]

Even better, you can now safely switch to synthetics oil as it is no longer injected to the combustion chamber. The 2T oil will take care of it.

[@tash2844]

Are there any current links for this adapter that comes with the reservoir kit?

[@CivilianAdams]

synthetic premix?

[@yokingc2239]

Hi, I'm from spain. Where do you buy the two bottles and the back plate? Can you renovate the links of the description? It doesn't work. Thanks bro!

[@MxGDoGgZ]

How come series 2 doesn't need this adapter?

[@jovanirodriguez8589]

I need help I have a rx8 but I never premix how much I need tu use 50 liter of gas how mucho premix i need to use and what type of oil it’s good for the motor

[@Flyingdutchy33]

Link is in the description buddy. Myself, I mix 250ml on a full tank. Theoretically, any kind of 2 stroke oil will do. I use Castrol RS.

[@thefury7410]

I use 250:1 ratio, well Idemitsu recommends roughly 256:1 (0.5oz per gallon) but it is harder to measure. For 50L gas you add 195.5mL oil (for 256:1) or 200mL oil (for 250:1). By the way he has made a video about premixing before, the link is in the video description.

[@sjagain]

How much oil does the Sohn adapter use; how often do you have to add 2 stroke oil to the reservoir?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Depends on how hard you drive it, or in other words hwo often you take it above 6000prm. If you do that every once in a while, you'll use maybe max 2 liters of oil in one year, depending on how many kilometers you make. If your drive it hard most of the time, you can use 4-6 liters per year. Adding 2 stroke in fuel is called premixing. Here's a video i made that explains the process and how to do it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3irlaFmlrCbrrM&t

[@ezequielmancillas4171]

Is it possible if you can find me a links to a kit for the Us ?

[@AmirKhan-kx8je]

How can I get it

[@Shinn_S]

Have no idea why did you remove the oil lines...

[@BenjaminStLouis-oq1cy]

I wanted to buy the full sohn kit for my rx8 but I can’t find it anywhere one eBay, I click the link and it’s like it’s not existent, if someone could help me out or hook my up with one that would be sick

[@joseaguilar8722]

So I clicked on the link to the adapter kit and it said it's no longer available, and I'm having trouble finding it anywhere else?

[@Carlos.Rivera]

Links doesnt work my mate Any updtae?

[@ginocapuano1363]

Thank you for the support! Get your Rotary Bum premix measuring bottles only at importclubtuning.com

[@thomas5816]

Ok, so, for clarification. Once The Sohn oil adapter kit is installed just like it is in this video, you only need to add the Idumetsu Racing Rotary Oil Premix to the Sohn oil adapter, not letting it empty, check it and fill up every gas station stop, right? You can disregard the oil in the oil pan, and the dipstick, as they are no longer needed since all oil is coming from the sohn oil adapter, meaning you no longer need to change and fill the oil pan oil and just leave it how it is, right? You should still premix, about 8 oz per fuel tank (which is how much I premix now), right? *Again: The oil in the oil pan, and therefore the dipstick, can be fully ignored? No checking it's levels or changing, since it will no longer be used, right?*

[@Drivenbymadness]

Yes. - Oil in oil pan is now there just to lubricate parts, not to be injected in rotors. You should stil check it, but way less often. I do it every 3 months, since i change oil 2 times a year. -You fill up the sohn bottle as you see it the lever lear empty. Once it's at 1/4, it's a good idea to fill it up, but you dont have to do it everytime you fill the car with fuel, it doesn't go dows that fast. Every second or third stop when filling up with fuel, check it. - Premixing is not obligatory, but if you premixed before, you still need to do it.

[@thomas5816]

@@Drivenbymadness Thank you for the quick response, sorry about not getting back sooner. Thank you very much! Will be doing this as soon as I can. Edit: What kind of oil do you put in the Sohn Oil Adapter? Is there a specific one made for it or is there a best one to use?

[@NexioEdits]

Is there any way, that u dont have to premix it? So i mean that the rx8 mixes his right amount of oil for itself

[@Drivenbymadness]

xXnexioXx / NexioEdits. You can either premix or not. Sadly there is no automatic way to do it. I have the rotary bum premix kit where you pre-fill bottles with the amount of oil that is proportionate to the amount of fuel you usually put in. Check out my premix video to get a better idea :)

[@Mrdub-tn4eg]

Any update on how this works in the long run ?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Still working like a charm :)

[@Dainci]

Isnt that washer fluid tank too small for daily use?

[@Drivenbymadness]

If you spray your windows every day 2 times, then you'll have to refill it every week. But if you spray them only a couple of times per year, then you'll probably refill it 4 times in the whole year. I rather wash my windows at the petrol station than use m fluid and wear our blades. Cheers :)

[@maciejsn2126]

Have You sorted coolant level sensor? Can see it’s plugged but no lights on dash

[@Drivenbymadness]

Never had an issue with it... I necer saw that light turn on, gotta check

[@maciejsn2126]

@@Drivenbymadness plenty of coolant, but I heard sensor sometimes is faulty, and need to replace whole tank. I never had troubles with cooling or coolant, only sensor light

[@Drivenbymadness]

@@maciejsn2126 i think you need to start the car in order for the light to appear.

[@felixwankel3989]

The sohn adapter kit is no longer available :'(

[@Tyrese-oz6jo]

Did your sign adapter work right away? And also how much two stoke does it consume because mine looks like it hasn’t moved that much if at all

[@Drivenbymadness]

If you dont drive past 5000 rpm a lot, it wont consume much oil. It works right away, but if you drive very chill, it can last almost half a year. Which is not that good. Drive it harder once ina while and you'll see the level drop

[@Tyrese-oz6jo]

Driven By Madness I usually shift around 5000rpm should I wait a little longer, I also redline the car at least once a day so I was expecting it to move a little more, but thank you I’ll try driving it’s little harder and let you know what happens

[@Drivenbymadness]

@@Tyrese-oz6jo for optimal fuel consumption shift between 4-4.5k rpm. OK :)

[@carretera780]

greetings . If it were possible, send me the address where I can get the complete premix kit for my Mazda RX8. I have searched on several sites but I can't find it complete. Thanks for the help and keep up with the content of the channel. success

[@Drivenbymadness]

Thank you so much man! The kit has not been available for some time now... I don't know why the seller discontinued the whole kit.

[@mastertracuer]

So this mod will mean I'll use less of my standard motor oil as well correct?

[@Drivenbymadness]

correct, yes.

[@borjaarizaalvarez]

What about if you go racing? Have to premix oil again? Or the sohn pump the necessary oil?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Sohn does not change the quantity, only the type of oil that the engine injects to lubricate. Premix is a separate thing, where you put 2stroke oil in the gas tank. If you were premixing, continue to premix.

[@borjaarizaalvarez]

Driven By Madness if you install sohn can you hard with you car without worry with the lubrication?

[@joshuawultok8512]

Did you find the clear lines that run to the OMP to be fragile? I've heard they can be brittle and it has always made me hesitant to try to undo them.

[@Flyingdutchy33]

I heard the same thing.... So I went ahead and got new oil lines. Turned out they weren't brittle at all, so now I have a spare set of oil lines. If shit hits the fan, I'm willing to part with my new lines for half the price + shipping.

[@joshuawultok8512]

Flyingdutchy33 I appreciate the offer and i'll keep that in mind if i ever tackle the project and everything goes wrong haha.

[@mateoberrios4857]

Anyone know where to buy this SOHN kit in 2024??

[@ELNINITOJAJAJA]

Question, I live in the US and I wanted to know which one do I have to buy the left hand or the right hand. I just want to make sure

[@Drivenbymadness]

Left hand drive. If you sit inside the car and drive on your left side while your passenger in on your right side. So Left hand option :)

[@aaronhenderson6960]

If u don’t even know what side your drivers seat is on, you definitely shouldn’t be attempting this.

[@Drivenbymadness]

it's ok, i know how it's like to be young and confused over something very simple :)

[@ItzxRae15]

So I guess I'm late for the party but I currently got a stock rx8 and I was looking for this kit online and it's nowhere to be found :(

[@Drivenbymadness]

I know... Try my website www.drivenbymadness.eu

[@aimanakaostonpunyachannel7470]

Is the installation for right hand drive is similiar??

[@Drivenbymadness]

yes

[@aimanakaostonpunyachannel7470]

So we will need to fill the reserve sohn adaptor tank with 2 stroke oil or just engine oil?sorry just want to clarify since u stated just insert 2stroke oil..because i heard some understanding they inserting engine oil into that sohn reserve tank

[@Bvssa.mp3]

Will the sohn adapter be enough to not have to premix?

[@She1lby]

They both are for different purposes. Premix = additional lubrication. Sohn = clean oil for engine.

[@RedLine_Renesis]

I live in Europe, and as you might know, inspection centers are picky with emissions going above OEM standards. How much is this going to affect my emissions?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Zero, in theory it should make emissions better, because the engine won't burn dirty engine oil but clean 2 stroke oil. I'm also from Europe and have to battle the same inspections, and i never had an even the slightest issue with emissions after the install. Hope this helps.

[@RedLine_Renesis]

@@Drivenbymadness It did help. Thanks!

[@adammiller5136]

A Sohn shouldn't impact your emissions. I wouldn't use premix oil in the Sohn because the OMP/MOP is not calibrated for the viscosity of 2-stroke oil. Use standard oil in your Sohn. Use 2 stroke oil mixing in your gasoline. I wouldn't pre-mix for your inspection day, just use a clean tank of gas on that day and add the pre-mix in after your inspection.

[@estebankiese3392]

Hey! New here, can i use 2t oil for the sohn adapter?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Yes, like i said in the video, you can use any 2 stroke (2t) oil, just not the one for motorboats.

[@joselperez9384]

Hey Man! Hope Everything is ok. One quick question. I installed mu sohn adapter a few months ago (what a pain in the but). Can i still use regular mineral oil on the new oil reservoir? I’m using idemitsu premix, but i buy import it from USA, and with the COVID-19 situation i CAN’T!!!!!! Thanks for everything Man!

[@Drivenbymadness]

You can buy a 2t oil from a local sotre, just make sure it's not for motorboats. I suggest 2t oils for scooters, motorbikes or go cards.

[@joselperez9384]

Driven By Madness Thanks a lot man. Other thing. I know if i premix the cat will clog. But if i only use the Sohn adapter the cat will clog anyways?

[@Drivenbymadness]

@@joselperez9384 It wont clog immediately, it would take years and years for it to clog. The sohn has no ill effect on the cat, if anything it's better for the cat cause it burns clean and has almost no resedue behind it. So sohn adapter is very very catalytic converter friendly :)

[@joselperez9384]

Driven By Madness Thats Great. I Can’t stand the smell and smoke without cat. thanks a Lot man!

[@juicecaja]

yessssssssssss

[@soraaoixxthebluesky]

This thing should come stock from the factory. Why mazda why. Put a sticker sign "Regularly top up the oil to prevent engine damage. Genuine 4 stroke mineral oil or 2 stroke oil are recommended"

[@cameronsheehan9980]

i have installed mine and now it is popping and shooting flames way too much what could the issue be?

[@Drivenbymadness]

Try resetting the ecu with the 25x fast brake pumps