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And now to modify this GReddy to work with the factory parts. The new elbow did not come with the outlet to connect to the AWS hose. (Thanks Narfle for the insight) So in order to keep the stock or returnable to stock features I plan to retro this elbow to work. That's why this is so fun.

Then there is this little bolt that sits up high now holding an AC line that will need to be lowered to level the GReddy.

Not happy about the stock duct fittment with it either. Even if you trim the stock duct like the instructions say it is inferior in my, IMHO

It's bigger, taller x wider x thicker, it's bigger and the damn duct don't fit. WTH? Did they want 2" hanging out of the bottom and 3/4" off the side for the fan to blow on it? Pffffffff

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On the to do list, hide this in the storage box! Found in between the battery retainer posts is the clear plastic inspection panel that mounts to the black plastic battery surround. Try and find that at Walmart or whatever . Com. Should wrap it in bubble wrap

kensin

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lol. that's pretty neat.

Narfle

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The greddy comes new with a metal piece of shroud that covers the intake hole and raises the duct to the top of the intercooler. So, that's part of the missing area. Haven't fit one in a long time. Lots of people use the pettit duct and trim it to fit.

Pettit site: Cool Charge Intercooler Duct

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Ordered! Put the original away. Waiting on UPS now and my pre mix, license plate, coozies etc.

Belts coming too.

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Dropped the AC line support when I removed the bolt so when I lifted the car I took some pics.

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Couple more under down under. Only one ground when the book shows two on the exhaust.

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Mas, and I hope my little friend the Tron battery box made it in here. He may have to be my new avitar or whatever you call it. Kinda cool lookin dude!

Still legible stickers on this car, underneath on the drive train. 😎

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So all in in the front of the engine compartment, right? Is it worth it to do the rad? Hum.. ponder ponder. What if?

kensin

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I'd say do it while your there. I did a new fluidyne. you can still get them new fromotor rx7.com

Narfle

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Yes. A quality aftermarket radiator won't detract from the car. Like the aging AST, the plastic end tanks of the factory radiator are a liability at this age. Unfortunately, OEM replacements aren't as handy or cheap as stock ASTs.
Lots of people like the Koyo, but the fit is tight at best. Banzai made a nice post about how you can manipulate the stock brackets to make the Koyo fit better.
I went with a Ron Davis unit, which is a quality stock replacement. But, it's probably not as efficient at cooling as the much larger Koyo. There are other options and plenty of discussion threads to make up your mind.

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Probably well worth the effort, how was the fitment of the fluidyne?

I looked around for the Ron Davis, looks like a fairly pricy unit when you can get your hands on one now. Must be decent at least..

kensin

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it was simple for me . didnt require much it sort of just went straight in

Narfle

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You think that's bad...I'm having trouble not switching to this: RHDJapan : ARC Brazing Aluminum Super Micro Conditioner Series Radiator - FD3S RX-7
I have a sickness

Ron Davis probably better known on this side of the pond, but ARC is strictly legit. Should probably just put the RD in and monitor temps. No problem no upgrade, right? Right?!? Help me...

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Ha ha, it is easy to get carried away, that is for sure. I'm pretty sure unless your going to go nuts on HP the rad you got will do just fine. Spend the $$ on something else. Does that help? Hope so!

Just curious, did you get a deal on the fluidyne, they seem pricey compared to the koyo N flow and it seems like the koyo should drop in even with the battery tray.? Don't you have an upgraded SMIC and intake too? Just curious why you chose what you chose.

kensin

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i bought it the price it was listed on rx7.com
i dont know how accurate they are but the gentlemen on the phone told me they are the only ones selling them now since they bought off the rest of them .

i dropped it in with out any modifying , still the stock battery tray, even the stock airbox too. it just a thicker radiator didnt change the geometry much from my eyes. how ever i did have to wiggle around the Greddy SMIC and find the right spot to bolt it down since im keeping the stock airbox. 1 section of the airbox bolt needed to be trimmed for better clearance. everything around that area is a tight fit but not so much to where it bothers me.
my last FD came with a fluidyne and it never gave me any issue so i just went with what im familiar with thats all . i owned that FD from 09~12 and never once gave me any problem and thats not counting the PO ownership of the radiator. i sold the FD to a fellow forum member and it doesn't seem like hes got any issue either.

i heard good things about KoyoNflow. so its just personal preference i guess? go with witch ever you like

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Thanks for the input!

Of course I always find a deal on a part after I purchase one, here is a HKS Twin Power out in Miami if anyone is looking! $325 with harness. Buy it up and flip it, damn things are gold now!

https://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/pts/5999643214.html

TomU

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That's how you know it has only 19k. Very nice

kensin

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i just text the guy and see if he still have it

thanks.

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So with the rad on order I figured I would start the y pipe and get the belts off. Not so much of a hassle except to do it. You just need to go ahead and pull it all out. Make it easy on yourself, pull it all off. I thought as low miles as it is I may be able to salvage gaskets, Mistake! Even though around the turbo ports were whole I didn't want to warp the flanges with tightening. OCD. Have to break and order gaskets. Was a good time to stop and get fender covers anyway, more OCD! Tired of wiping sweat and smugges off of the car. No belt buckles here.

Notice the rusted battery tray bolt and the brand new Mazda bolts withe the y pipe. you'll see what I mean about the gaskets too.

Next is to drain anti freeze and pull fans and radiator.

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Could it be that I need to leave my vacuum lines alone? Everywhere I look I cannot find a brittle line. I poke and a prod and I haven't found one yet. See pics where the screw driver points and where I have obviously been. Where am I not looking?

Narfle

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If they are supple, and you don't have any boost issues, then leave them alone.
Man the underneath of your car is clean.

Banzai-Racing

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The PFC does not control the AWS, do not drill a hole in the Greddy elbow. Block off the AWS

FD3s RX-7 Block Off Plates

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I appreciate the heads up. When Narfle told me about the AWS and pointed me to its purpose my intention was to keep it stockish by adding it to the greddy elbow. After further thought I think I will plug it for now until I put everything back together and tune it. There will be some clean up to do since I want to tone down the shine a bit. The block off kit I'll come in handy for sure It looks like there are gaskets under the plates but I didn't see them in the kit. Are they included?

Banzai-Racing

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The AWS and EGR don't do anything once the PFC is plugged it. Kit does not come with gaskets, they would be on the page and listed as part of the kit.