Although Mazda positioned the A/C condenser radiator in a strategic position to allow maximum airflow, this positioning also allows potential damage from road debris!!

If you look through the large opening in the mouth of your RX-8, you will notice a radiator positioned at an approximately 45-degree angle. Although you might assume this is the water radiator, in actuality this is the air conditioning condenser radiator. (The water radiator is positioned behind the A/C condenser radiator.) The positioning of this radiator left us feeling that this unit was a bit too "exposed" and we decided to design a protective screen to offer vital protection to this critical component.

Racing Beat has addressed this issue with a protective screen kit for the RX-8 application. This 304-grade stainless steel screen can be easily installed using only basic hand tools. The fine mesh screen material (.041 wire diameter which allows 63.2% open area flow through) is finished with a stainless steel frame to offer additional support and stability. For a larger photo of this screen, click here.

Note: In late 2005, Mazda began offering a small lower “half-screen” in front of this condenser. We have reviewed this screen and have found the design "adequate" in providing protection to the lower half of the screen. (The upper half of the condenser is recessed behind the bumper and is not as "exposed" as the lower half.) However, if you would like the security of a full-cover screen, you can certainly remove the Mazda part and install the Racing Beat screen. Combine this Radiator Screen with the, Racing Beat Oil Cooler Screens for the ultimate in protection.

RX-8 Oil Cooler Screen - 2004-08 models
(Sold as individual units)

Protect your RX-8 oil coolers from road hazard damage with these exclusive Racing Beat protective screens.

The oil coolers on the RX-8 are positioned behind the outer openings in the nose in order to benefit from the cool intake air. However, these cooler are in the direct line of fire from any piece of road debris that can enter these openings! Racing Beat has developed a set of stainless steel protective screens to minimize the potential for damage to these critical components.

These screens are sold as individual units. Review the following ordering information:
A. Manual transmission RX-8 requires two (2) screens.

B. Automatic transmission equipped RX-8 is equipped with only one (1) oil cooler and requires only one (1) screen.

Installation of the screens requires the removal of the front nose, and be accomplished with the provided step-by-step instructions. Installation can be undertaken by one person in about an hour and requires only simple hand tools.

RX-8 Oil Cooler Screen - 2009+ models
(Sold as individual units)

Protect your RX-8 oil coolers from road hazard damage with these exclusive Racing Beat protective screens.

The oil coolers on the RX-8 are positioned behind the outer openings in the nose in order to benefit from the cool intake air. However, these cooler are in the direct line of fire from any piece of road debris that can enter these openings! Racing Beat has developed a set of stainless steel protective screens to minimize the potential for damage to these critical components.

These screens are sold as individual units. Review the following ordering information:
A. Manual transmission RX-8 requires two (2) screens.

B. Automatic transmission equipped RX-8 is equipped with only one (1) oil cooler and requires only one (1) screen.

Installation of the screens requires the removal of the front nose, and be accomplished with the provided step-by-step instructions. Installation can be undertaken by one person in about an hour and requires only simple hand tools.

AC & Oil Cooler Screens
Package Set

Take advantage of this special website deal and order BOTH the air conditioning condenser and oil cooler protective screens at a reduced package price. Buy now and save 10% over the individual parts price.

Provide your RX-8 with maximum protection against road damage to these critical components with a set of Racing Beat protective screens. Produced from 304-grade stainless steel for exceptional durability and strength, these screens will provide vital protection to the cooling radiators on your RX-8. Typically, damage to these radiators are not covered by a new car warranty and may be classified as "road hazard" damage, which may result in a very costly repair bill!*

The package includes two (2) Oil Cooler Screens and one (1) Air Conditioner Condenser Screen