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Old 01-14-20, 06:46 PM
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The top one one the low coolant sensor.
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Yep, the top is the low coolant sensor, although I don't know what the other is - likely smog something or other. The one for the gauge as you asked is by the oil pressure sensor on the rear iron. It has either a single spade or single bullet connector (they changed it at some point, although I don't recall when). Halfway up on the gauge sounds a little high, but it's an old gauge with old wires so it's probably drifted a bit over time. If you're concerned just put a infrared thermometer on it quick after a drive, that's what I used to do anyhow.

Interesting enough, I've found yet another coolant sensor, this time on the lower driver side corner. I discovered it when organizing some parts today. Here's a couple photos.





While I have far less exposure to rotary vehicles than probably all of you, in my limited experience I have not seen this. Perhaps it's common, perhaps not, I don't know. It looks similar to the one in the t-stat housing but is a slightly different design. Curious if anyone else has seen it before.

And sorry to keep dragging this on; curiosity killed the cat I suppose...
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Originally Posted by Benjamin4456
Yep, the top is the low coolant sensor, although I don't know what the other is - likely smog something or other. The one for the gauge as you asked is by the oil pressure sensor on the rear iron. It has either a single spade or single bullet connector (they changed it at some point, although I don't recall when). Halfway up on the gauge sounds a little high, but it's an old gauge with old wires so it's probably drifted a bit over time. If you're concerned just put a infrared thermometer on it quick after a drive, that's what I used to do anyhow.

Interesting enough, I've found yet another coolant sensor, this time on the lower driver side corner. I discovered it when organizing some parts today. Here's a couple photos.





While I have far less exposure to rotary vehicles than probably all of you, in my limited experience I have not seen this. Perhaps it's common, perhaps not, I don't know. It looks similar to the one in the t-stat housing but is a slightly different design. Curious if anyone else has seen it before.

And sorry to keep dragging this on; curiosity killed the cat I suppose...
Not dragging it out! I want to know where these things are too!
Old 01-16-20, 05:57 AM
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FYI, my 80 does not have it. This is also a CA emissions equipped car.

Dave, what book has the 10th A/E numbers you referenced?
This is the book I found some of the info in:

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CA Coochas PM me if you ever want to sell!

Hi Coochas,

My first car was a 1980 rx7 anniversary x edition just like this! I have been having a hard time finding one in good shape. I am in the market for one and would love it if you contacted me if you ever wanted to sell yours. If anyone else in this thread knows of someone selling a solid one let me know please I'm not looking for a project, I'd like one in great shape like this one.

Cheers!
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I’ll let you know Luke but I’m thinking this will be a long termer! I really love it.

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Hi Coochas,

My first car was a 1980 rx7 anniversary x edition just like this! I have been having a hard time finding one in good shape. I am in the market for one and would love it if you contacted me if you ever wanted to sell yours. If anyone else in this thread knows of someone selling a solid one let me know please I'm not looking for a project, I'd like one in great shape like this one.

Cheers!
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I 100% understand, but It doesn't hurt to try and pry on a heartstring with an old photo of me and my old car! haha. If you change your mind I am itching to get another one as my weekend driver.

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Will you sell me her yet please?!

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I’ll let you know Luke but I’m thinking this will be a long termer! I really love it.
Hey there, so it's been a couple years now have you considered selling? Still no luck on my end finding an AE and my young adulthood is still pestering me to find another one to replace my aging state of mind.

Sell me your Rx7 please 🥺

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Originally Posted by Lucas Anker
Hey there, so it's been a couple years now have you considered selling? Still no luck on my end finding an AE and my young adulthood is still pestering me to find another one to replace my aging state of mind.

Sell me your Rx7 please 🥺

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No change of heart here! Sorry. I love my '80.
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...begins to cry....

Originally Posted by Coochas
No change of heart here! Sorry. I love my '80.
No worries I can only try! I'll check back in another few years hahah

First dibs if you ever do decide to sell

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