1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

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Old 01-28-08, 11:55 PM
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Talking my first 7

well since i was a kid i wanted a mazda rotary, and a couple months ago i stumbled upon my dream car on craigslist. an '84 se white with red interior. the interior is absolutely mint not one rip in the seats and the doors shut like new, better then my daily driver. now the car is road ready for the most part. but i amm gunna get it paint and some body work done to it first. but the reason why i post this is the old woman i bought the car from said that ever so often the car just wouldnt start. and it has a problem with the idle until it warms up a bit, it wont hold an idle at all until it warms, if at all. can you guys help me out on where to start and what may be wrong?
Old 01-29-08, 12:01 AM
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How dare you say you have a new GSL-SE and not post pictures of it!



Lol, just kidding with ya. Welcome to the darkside. I am not knowledgeable in the GSL-SE district of first gens. Hopefully more people will join in and give you a heads up on what it can be. Enjoy your 7 and your empty pockets
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check the Frequently asked questions part of the first gen section and you will see something like "surging idle problems on GSL-SE models"not sure if thats the problem, but might help.
Old 01-29-08, 12:30 AM
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welcome!! read this first: https://www.rx7club.com/1st-generation-specific-1979-1985-18/1st-gen-rx-7-faq-page-237777/
dowmload this: http://www.wankel.net/~krwright/cars/rx7/manuals.html
post pics of your car
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Yeah, I want to see pics
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congrats on the new purchase!!!

i too am a new 1st gen owner =)
Old 01-29-08, 09:55 PM
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thank you guys for helping me out and welcoming me. its about time i get some pictures, but its winter in new england not a pretty site, but dont worry the 7 is covered
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Congrats. Yea pics and registry threads are in the non tech section.




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