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Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Oct 25, 2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,640
Posted By Barry Bordes

Test run, if I understand correctly you were...

Test run, if I understand correctly you were running the pump at 12 V all the time.
I still run mine through the resistor. So my pump is running at about 7 V most of the time.
I use a Bosch relay...
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Oct 25, 2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,640
Posted By Barry Bordes

43.5 psi it’s just a standard used to compare...

43.5 psi it’s just a standard used to compare injectors. Your lower pressure will drop it to around 2000 cc/minute.
Leaning out at high rpm might indicate a dirty fuel filter or pickup sock that is...
Forum: New Member RX-7 Technical
Jun 19, 2021, 07:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 19,803
Posted By Barry Bordes

I think I would stick with Suzuki power. How...

I think I would stick with Suzuki power. How about Hayabusa power?
Forum: The NEW RX7 Marketplace
May 9, 2021, 11:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By Barry Bordes

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It uses a K&N filter which is common to an early Mustang
Forum: The NEW RX7 Marketplace
May 8, 2021, 07:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By Barry Bordes

How about $200 shipped

How about
$200 shipped
Forum: Single Turbo RX-7's
May 8, 2021, 07:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 22,215
Posted By Barry Bordes

Split

Split
Forum: Build Threads
Apr 25, 2021, 06:10 PM
Replies: 700
Views: 129,213
Posted By Barry Bordes

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White Volks
I was thinking my about painting my Volks silver...
Forum: Single Turbo RX-7's
Apr 24, 2021, 10:20 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 84,872
Posted By Barry Bordes

Your fuel lines can vibrate at certain RPM. In...

Your fuel lines can vibrate at certain RPM. In this picture of the reed is vibrating at 3050 RPM. For us that would be cruise and if the line was vibrating at that frequency it would fail quickly. It...
Forum: The NEW RX7 Marketplace
Apr 13, 2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By Barry Bordes

Peter Farrell Air filter

Peter Farrell airbox, filter, and cover.
Front corner is modified to take cold air from fender well.
I went single turbo so I decided to build a new box.
$250 shipped
Forum: Build Threads
Feb 1, 2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 700
Views: 129,213
Posted By Barry Bordes

Looks like it’s time for a joint build!...

Looks like it’s time for a joint build! ........With him!
just don’t make it too fast!
Barry
Forum: Build Threads
Jan 24, 2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 700
Views: 129,213
Posted By Barry Bordes

Nice work Stephen, A couple of questions.........

Nice work Stephen,
A couple of questions...... how is the small Hydromat working out for you?
Are you still running the pump through the resistor off boost?
Are you having any trouble with the AC...
Forum: 1st Generation Specific (1979-1985)
Jan 12, 2021, 06:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,229
Posted By Barry Bordes

The Atkins seals are fine. The reason I glue...

The Atkins seals are fine.

The reason I glue ahead of time is to make final stack more manageable. When we’re trying to lubricate some parts and keep somethings dry or glued, or vaseline on the...
Forum: 1st Generation Specific (1979-1985)
Jan 11, 2021, 09:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,229
Posted By Barry Bordes

Also a couple of tips on installing the cooling...

Also a couple of tips on installing the cooling seals. They tend to run a little small so they can easily twist or jump out of the groove on assembly.

It is best to stretch them before...
Forum: 1st Generation Specific (1979-1985)
Jan 11, 2021, 07:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,229
Posted By Barry Bordes

Two tests would probably be good. The first...

Two tests would probably be good.
The first would be put the pressure gauge radiator block off back on and allow it to go from 18 psi down to as low as it will go, pull the leading plugs out turn...
Forum: 20B Forum
Oct 11, 2020, 03:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 28,068
Posted By Barry Bordes

Supra tsp

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The idle circuit on the Toyota is different then...
Forum: 2nd Gen General Discussion
Jul 26, 2020, 07:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 749
Posted By Barry Bordes

Try not to use an easy out. Their wedgeing action...

Try not to use an easy out. Their wedgeing action just locks the stud tighter. And if they break off you will need a diamond burr to grind it out.
Use a good penetrating oil and heat..... for a...
Forum: Naturally Aspirated Performance Forum
Aug 4, 2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 76,660
Posted By Barry Bordes

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Rubin, also I want to PM you another...
Forum: Naturally Aspirated Performance Forum
Aug 4, 2018, 03:38 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 76,660
Posted By Barry Bordes

Rubin, I have had side plate wear that I...

Rubin,
I have had side plate wear that I attributed to tight side clearance …. less than .003".

You might try zero clearance corner seals.

...
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Jan 28, 2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,673
Posted By Barry Bordes

I find that it takes about week to completely...

I find that it takes about week to completely burp the engine after rebuild.

Try disconnecting the ISC when the engine idle starts hunting. You should notice it will stabilize.
Try adjusting the...
Forum: Single Turbo RX-7's
Jan 28, 2018, 12:53 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 253,340
Posted By Barry Bordes

In regard to response. The only thing you should...

In regard to response. The only thing you should worry about is tuning the cells you have never been in before!
When you nail the 8374 the trace goes straight down to full boost.... ( I use 18 psi)...
Forum: Single Turbo RX-7's
Jan 14, 2018, 07:16 AM
Replies: 365
Views: 253,340
Posted By Barry Bordes

Tuning4life, I know this is late to the...

Tuning4life,
I know this is late to the party.... but I would think that it might be that your tuning in cells that you have not been able to access with the old turbo set-up is the problem.
I had...
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Jan 5, 2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,315
Posted By Barry Bordes

The housing is compromised and will leak about...

The housing is compromised and will leak about the same as a set of normally clearance side seals... not good but acceptable. It was caused by the small triangle end of the apex seal.
The solution...
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Jan 2, 2018, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,315
Posted By Barry Bordes

Check this clearance with a feeler gauge before...

Check this clearance with a feeler gauge before removing the side seals form the rotor.
You have 12 of these leaks per two rotor engine causing blow-by.
This clearance is critical... too tight will...
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Jan 2, 2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,315
Posted By Barry Bordes

I use a dremel diamond wheel in a shop-made...

I use a dremel diamond wheel in a shop-made fixture.
For details search "Zero Clearance Side Seals" or threads started by me.
Barry
Forum: 3rd Generation Specific (1993-2002)
Dec 31, 2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,315
Posted By Barry Bordes

Christian, From the video there seems be an...

Christian,
From the video there seems be an excessive build-up of carbon on the rotor sides.
Did you check side seal clearances before disassembly? (most people don't)
Are the ports stock? (as in...
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