1979 Rx-7 StreetPort
08-29-12, 06:40 PM
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1979 Rx-7 StreetPort
Hi guys, my 1st thread so wanted to introduce car here. Its a 79' rx7 with 4 speed manual tranny. Also 12a rebuilt recently with a Street port to the limits, thanks to my mechanic, sorry confidential who it is. Has a RB header, custom dual exhaust piping merging to the RB muffler. Has new OEM clutch and some other things as well, like electronic ignition and GSL rear end(not installed yet).
I have plans to get a Weber system, RB light weight flywheel, stage 1 clutch, suspension and brake upgrade, interior work,some exterior and other things. The link has the pics. Any suggestions and feed back much appreciated. Thanks.
https://picasaweb.google.com/JTorres080686/1979MazdaRx7
I have plans to get a Weber system, RB light weight flywheel, stage 1 clutch, suspension and brake upgrade, interior work,some exterior and other things. The link has the pics. Any suggestions and feed back much appreciated. Thanks.
https://picasaweb.google.com/JTorres080686/1979MazdaRx7
08-30-12, 06:20 AM
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I want to keep the 4 speed cause its rare to find. As for the oil cooler can i still use it with the beehive cooler. And its original spark yellow, but the decals are from the dealer back from the 70's.
08-30-12, 06:22 AM
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08-30-12, 07:19 AM
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You can still use the beehive but it's not as effective as the front mounted one that came stock with the car. Generally beehives are trashed for a better replacement.
4 speed transmissions came with the "s" model car or base model. I think it was only for a $1000 more you got the "gs" which has the 5 speed and a lot more goodies. I respect that you want to keep the 4 speed.
4 speed transmissions came with the "s" model car or base model. I think it was only for a $1000 more you got the "gs" which has the 5 speed and a lot more goodies. I respect that you want to keep the 4 speed.
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08-30-12, 08:16 AM
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My goal is to hit 160rwhp. I know its alot to ask from hit. And w/o nos and forced inductions. I've been researh and feed back from here as well. I know it wont be easy to hit.
08-30-12, 08:29 AM
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Sumitomos weren't available in a 225 width...
08-30-12, 09:10 AM
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Fairly clean and straight S-model SA- - good project starting place!
Looks like someone has meddled with the front suspension, too - - those upper strut covers are not SA spec. Considering the rims, I'm betting the suspension has been swapped out with FB or newer parts.
Lots of potential there. I hope you fun with her.
Looks like someone has meddled with the front suspension, too - - those upper strut covers are not SA spec. Considering the rims, I'm betting the suspension has been swapped out with FB or newer parts.
Lots of potential there. I hope you fun with her.
08-30-12, 09:26 AM
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Thanks for the compliment. I believe the suspension is still stock. Previous owner cut the springs and the covers i got from the junk yard. But i will upgrade suspension to handle the curves.
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08-30-12, 10:41 PM
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I have an S series 79 RX as well... But somehow I have 2 sets of X wheels and tires. No waffels.
But I thought the pun was priceless and should have been said.
BTW: I don't want my 4 speed... I was gonna save it as a spare, but I think it requires a different starter motor. Do you want it?
08-31-12, 04:02 AM
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I have an S series 79 RX as well... But somehow I have 2 sets of X wheels and tires. No waffels.
But I thought the pun was priceless and should have been said.
BTW: I don't want my 4 speed... I was gonna save it as a spare, but I think it requires a different starter motor. Do you want it?
But I thought the pun was priceless and should have been said.
BTW: I don't want my 4 speed... I was gonna save it as a spare, but I think it requires a different starter motor. Do you want it?
08-31-12, 04:58 AM
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love the braaaap
Nice car you have there. I personally dont like the "+" style FB wheels on the SA. Just kinda look out of place IMO. I think this car being the base S model begs the question of whether or not it actually came with steel wheels. Correct me if i'm wrong but i believe the SA steels were the same as FB steels which might explain how FB alloys ended up on this car to partly retain the same looks
08-31-12, 07:58 AM
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Waffles - hmmm good
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The 79 - 80 modesl came with either steelies or waffles. Some special versions also had a rare
AL wheel that looked different from the waffles. Plus wheels didn't happen until the 1981+
models.
To me seeing a nice SA with plus wheels just looks wrong. There's no difference in spacing or
size and even the weights are probably close, so its not a performance issue.
Its personal choice and personally I think waffles rule!
AL wheel that looked different from the waffles. Plus wheels didn't happen until the 1981+
models.
To me seeing a nice SA with plus wheels just looks wrong. There's no difference in spacing or
size and even the weights are probably close, so its not a performance issue.
Its personal choice and personally I think waffles rule!