Hey everyone! Just have a few simple questions to ask!
First off, I just purchased an 83 Rx-7 (cant' tell what model?) Car has 178,000 miles, but runs fine IMO. Just wanted to know what mods I should start out with. Intake? Exhaust? Ignition? Dist.? (It's Carbed) I don't want to lower MPG though. What's the best method to squeeze 200 hp out of the engine? (Daily Driver) Also, what is the best suspension to install so ride is not so harsh? Thanx for your help......NICE FORUM SETUP!!!!!

 

welcome, here is some helpfull info on your car... http://www.rx-7.org/1stgen/index.htm

 

Racing Beat Exhaust, MSD ignition. As for the model, it's either an 'S', 'GSL', or 'LE'. If it's a 'GSL' or 'LE' then there should be at least one emblem on the car stating what it is. If there are no emblems, no power mirrors, and a two-spoke steering wheel, then it's probably an 'S' - which was the base model. The 'GSL' had limited-slip and 4-wheel disc and the 'LE' had Chateau Silver paint, red interior, 14 inch wheels, and red trim (obvious differences).

 

hmmm, for 200hp on a daily driver I'd guess you need a big street port, racing beat exhaust, new carb, and an msd ignition will help.

 

If you don't want to lower MPG then keep it stock.

Some modification actually makes MPG go up (MSD direct fire, better exhaust) but using that power will make MPG go down.

200hp? That's actually quite a lot... like coldy says, you'll need a big street port, a "quasi-legal" sound level exhaust (to make more power you need to be louder, no way around it), and definitely a different carb.

 

Thanx for the advice guyz!! Now that I have this info, how much do you think it will run me?? Especially the street port and exhaust system??