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How do I find out if I got a 12a or 13b

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Old 01-30-02, 06:49 PM
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How do I find out if I got a 12a or 13b

I am looking at a 82 Rx7, It looks like a base model
Manual windows
No powersteering
airconditioning
steelwheels

is there a huge power difference or is onw engine better for making power

Is it in the VIN
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Only 84 and 85 Model years had the 13B stock.. Even then, only the GSL-SE had them...

You probably have an S or little optioned GS...

It may have one that someone added, but theres no way to know unless you pop the hood.

The stock engine, a 12A, would be listed in the VIN...
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Well, first off the 13B wasnt an option until 84 when the GSL-SE came out. Although someone may have transplanted it into the car. The first telltale sign of a 13B is that *most* are fuel injected. I've never seen an N/A fuel injected 12A. Secondly take a look at the block, it should have a stamp on it telling you which it is.
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Stand on the drivers side of the car with the hood open, look at the middle side of the engine to the left of the oil filter and if it's a 12A it'll say 12A. Not sure bout a 13B never seen one dem
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Okay, I was looking at the racing beat website and for the 82 they had 12a headers and 13b headers. I guess the 13b one are for a swap,

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it would be stamped on the block to the left and right of the oil filler neck on the alumn. rotor housing ( 12A or 13B ) I would say there is a noticable power increase between them. I am fortunate enough to have both and I enjoy the 13B more!
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