RX7 Series 8 Advice Wanted
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RX7 Series 8 Advice Wanted
Hi guys,
I've redirected a previous thread to here bcos I totally forgotten that Series 3 and Third Generation were 2 entirely different things. *feels like a fool. Sorry to bumpstart too for making him type all of those stuff..
Anyway let me restart.
I want to get a S8 RX-7 and need advice on what stuff to look for when I go scout for one. Preferably, signs of a good RX-7 that has been taken good care of. I'm a total newbie so pls try to put it as less technical as possible.. =) what factors of the car should I watch out for when I view n test drive them?
I was actually thinking of rebuilding a S8 RX-7 by replacing the engine and all the other important parts. (buying a good body/interior and replacing the rubbish engines or worn out parts). Any advice on it? Like part availability and price averages? what parts should I take special consideration in performing a rebuild.
twin turbo, single turbo, type a,b,c's, etc which would be better (I'm looking for manual + 2 seater only)?
Thanks!!
I've redirected a previous thread to here bcos I totally forgotten that Series 3 and Third Generation were 2 entirely different things. *feels like a fool. Sorry to bumpstart too for making him type all of those stuff..
Anyway let me restart.
I want to get a S8 RX-7 and need advice on what stuff to look for when I go scout for one. Preferably, signs of a good RX-7 that has been taken good care of. I'm a total newbie so pls try to put it as less technical as possible.. =) what factors of the car should I watch out for when I view n test drive them?
I was actually thinking of rebuilding a S8 RX-7 by replacing the engine and all the other important parts. (buying a good body/interior and replacing the rubbish engines or worn out parts). Any advice on it? Like part availability and price averages? what parts should I take special consideration in performing a rebuild.
twin turbo, single turbo, type a,b,c's, etc which would be better (I'm looking for manual + 2 seater only)?
Thanks!!
#2
Before you even start test driving cars spend 3-6 months reading up learning about the strenghts and weaknesses of a series 8 RX7
Here you go this is a good reference point for your journey to begin (grasshopper )
http://www.fdrx7.com/forum/index.php
Cheers
Michael
Here you go this is a good reference point for your journey to begin (grasshopper )
http://www.fdrx7.com/forum/index.php
Cheers
Michael
#3
Join www.fdowners.com
This is not specifically about the S8 but still helpful
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/buy1.htm
Why would you be thinking of rebuilding?
All rx-7 are 2 seaters (the back seat that came in some is a novelty at best)
A, B & C refer to the limited run spirit R
S8 codes were: http://fdowners.com/showthread.php?t=13
This is not specifically about the S8 but still helpful
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/buy1.htm
Why would you be thinking of rebuilding?
All rx-7 are 2 seaters (the back seat that came in some is a novelty at best)
A, B & C refer to the limited run spirit R
S8 codes were: http://fdowners.com/showthread.php?t=13
#4
Join www.fdowners.com
This is not specifically about the S8 but still helpful
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/buy1.htm
Why would you be thinking of rebuilding?
All rx-7 are 2 seaters (the back seat that came in some is a novelty at best)
A, B & C refer to the limited run spirit R
S8 codes were: http://fdowners.com/showthread.php?t=13
This is not specifically about the S8 but still helpful
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/buy1.htm
Why would you be thinking of rebuilding?
All rx-7 are 2 seaters (the back seat that came in some is a novelty at best)
A, B & C refer to the limited run spirit R
S8 codes were: http://fdowners.com/showthread.php?t=13
Cheers
Michael
#6
that is great advice.
#7
Rotor or no motor
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dont get me wrong, there are a lot of differences between the models but they all require the same attention
How is the cooling better except fromthe airflow? its the same radiator, same thermostat and tubes and the worst of all the same shitty plastic AST
The only "better cooling" of the series 8 is that the parts are less likely to fail , like cracking your AST for example. a 18 year old plastic AST is more likely to crack than a 6 year old one. But again i cracked my 2001's AST in 2005
The only really better thing the series 8 in terms of cooling (which not all series 8 have) is the twin oil cooler setup
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#19
Actually considering going down the LS1/2 route after obtaining a ex-drift FC3S and turning it into a track car. Has all the main track ready components and a RE Amemiya widebody kit. Just didn't come with an engine and I'm contemplating whether I should continue with a rotor in it or otherwise go V8. Hope to see what others have done on here and their opinions.
#20
+ 1 there take your time after owing 2 3rd gen rx7s my most recent a s8 it pays to take your time and even save for a better deal it will cost you less in the long run good luck
#21
I love my series 8. Had a 6 and 7 too previously.
Its the little things I find that make the experience so different.
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I had bad luck with shipping but just like the phoenix from the fire and ashes rose a great beast.
Its the little things I find that make the experience so different.
Check out my instagram:
scotiatint
I had bad luck with shipping but just like the phoenix from the fire and ashes rose a great beast.
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