1985 GSL-SE: What to do with it.
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my experience with the idler arm bushings is they don't last. fix it right the first time
1985 MAZDA RX-7 1.3L R2 Idler Arm | RockAuto
1985 MAZDA RX-7 1.3L R2 Idler Arm | RockAuto
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Oh, wait. The mechanic said the steering parts had already been replaced, not that they needed to be. Maybe the idler arm was what he was talking about? I'll get more details when I pick it up.
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The original idler arm is pretty weak and even my car with 20k miles had the MOOG replacement part on it. Snap a photo of it and we can tell you whether it's been replaced. The part isn't expensive though, so if you aren't sure, go ahead and add it to your shopping cart.
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The original idler arm is pretty weak and even my car with 20k miles had the MOOG replacement part on it. Snap a photo of it and we can tell you whether it's been replaced. The part isn't expensive though, so if you aren't sure, go ahead and add it to your shopping cart.
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Ok. I'll take a picture when I get it home. The mechanic is really excited about my car. He thinks I should put a better exhaust on it. I'm not sure if I should keep it original or make it better. Or should I put better parts on it and keep the original parts? I feel like I bought a piece of history and I need make responsible choices. O.o
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Ok. I'll take a picture when I get it home. The mechanic is really excited about my car. He thinks I should put a better exhaust on it. I'm not sure if I should keep it original or make it better. Or should I put better parts on it and keep the original parts? I feel like I bought a piece of history and I need make responsible choices. O.o
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Tires are impossible to find. There seems to only exist one brand of garbage tires that fit. I'm going to put different wheels on it so I can buy decent tires. I like the stock wheels so I'm a little sad about this. But I'll keep them and the old Pirelli tires.
I ordered all the bushings for the suspension.
The idler arm has already been replaced.
I think I still have some weird engine idling issues to work out, but that seems like par for the course with these cars. At one point on the drive home, it randomly revved up to like 3000rpm while I was stopped at a light.
Here are some pics of the car outside just because it looks pretty.
I ordered all the bushings for the suspension.
The idler arm has already been replaced.
I think I still have some weird engine idling issues to work out, but that seems like par for the course with these cars. At one point on the drive home, it randomly revved up to like 3000rpm while I was stopped at a light.
Here are some pics of the car outside just because it looks pretty.
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You can probably run 195/60R14 instead of 205/60R14. More options on Tire Rack.
https://m.tirerack.com/tires/TireSea...rDiameter=17#0
https://m.tirerack.com/tires/TireSea...rDiameter=17#0
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I am just south of Everett.
Car update: I've taken apart and cleaned the window switches. I also took the door panel off. The original plastic barrier is still on there and in good shape so I used existing holes to spray lubricant on the the tracks. I wish I would have remembered to tighten the mirror while I had it off. I was worried I would break some old, brittle parts. The windows work much better now. I'm glad the internet exists. I would have replaced the motor first if I were on my own.
I am having wheels and tires put on today. I like having a wheel size that has more tire options, and I'll keep the originals. I'm also having them do a front-end alignment.
I replaced one of the gas struts on the hatch. I need to take the one with the wiper cut-off switch off and figure out how to make that work with a new strut.
I've also requested a quote from Color Masters Northwest to have the seats re-done. I guess I should have asked about the steering wheel too. I still need to shampoo the carpets. And deal with the idle issues.
Car update: I've taken apart and cleaned the window switches. I also took the door panel off. The original plastic barrier is still on there and in good shape so I used existing holes to spray lubricant on the the tracks. I wish I would have remembered to tighten the mirror while I had it off. I was worried I would break some old, brittle parts. The windows work much better now. I'm glad the internet exists. I would have replaced the motor first if I were on my own.
I am having wheels and tires put on today. I like having a wheel size that has more tire options, and I'll keep the originals. I'm also having them do a front-end alignment.
I replaced one of the gas struts on the hatch. I need to take the one with the wiper cut-off switch off and figure out how to make that work with a new strut.
I've also requested a quote from Color Masters Northwest to have the seats re-done. I guess I should have asked about the steering wheel too. I still need to shampoo the carpets. And deal with the idle issues.
#42
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Gives a bump in performance,driveability,start easier. Added benefit of being able to start a flooded engine without cleaning/replacing plugs.
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I am just south of Everett.
Car update: I've taken apart and cleaned the window switches. I also took the door panel off. The original plastic barrier is still on there and in good shape so I used existing holes to spray lubricant on the the tracks. I wish I would have remembered to tighten the mirror while I had it off. I was worried I would break some old, brittle parts. The windows work much better now. I'm glad the internet exists. I would have replaced the motor first if I were on my own.
I am having wheels and tires put on today. I like having a wheel size that has more tire options, and I'll keep the originals. I'm also having them do a front-end alignment.
I replaced one of the gas struts on the hatch. I need to take the one with the wiper cut-off switch off and figure out how to make that work with a new strut.
I've also requested a quote from Color Masters Northwest to have the seats re-done. I guess I should have asked about the steering wheel too. I still need to shampoo the carpets. And deal with the idle issues.
Car update: I've taken apart and cleaned the window switches. I also took the door panel off. The original plastic barrier is still on there and in good shape so I used existing holes to spray lubricant on the the tracks. I wish I would have remembered to tighten the mirror while I had it off. I was worried I would break some old, brittle parts. The windows work much better now. I'm glad the internet exists. I would have replaced the motor first if I were on my own.
I am having wheels and tires put on today. I like having a wheel size that has more tire options, and I'll keep the originals. I'm also having them do a front-end alignment.
I replaced one of the gas struts on the hatch. I need to take the one with the wiper cut-off switch off and figure out how to make that work with a new strut.
I've also requested a quote from Color Masters Northwest to have the seats re-done. I guess I should have asked about the steering wheel too. I still need to shampoo the carpets. And deal with the idle issues.
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Damn, it did start!
what madness would have yo go to Les Schwab?
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