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Old 04-13-05, 01:01 AM
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yo people i have been asking ? anout the RX-7 and this is the reson

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...RK%3AMEWA%3AIT

i have a 347 ci 10sec 1/4 mile mustang so i got this for a daliy driver and i need some thing to spice it up alittle but keep the daliy driver going with GOOD GAS mile.,

so let me know like some kind of chip or something i dont want to mess with the turbo i have a turbo ox blow off valve or something like that ( i am new to the tunner world)


SO PLZ HELP !
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well what year is it? to get into the 13's there are some things you can do, if the engine is in perfect running condition which i hope it is for the price you paid, if you odnt care about smog, you can get streight through exhaust a fuel cut defensor, custome TID, those are the basics that will give u alot more power. ok i didnt see the link before, thats one clean S5, you will definetly get alot of power from some exhaust, you will aslo need a boost controler so you dont shoot over 12psi, thats basicly all you can do on the stock fuel system

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*snickers* You bought a turbo RX-7 for GAS MILEAGE?

Sorry. That's really kind of funny.

The stock ECU is pretty bad in terms of fuel economy. It's solution to everything is to add more fuel.

If you want good fuel economy, either get a SAFC & tune it yourself (probably not the best idea with a turbo), or spend a bit more, put a full standalone (Haltech or such) in, pay to get it tuned properly on a dyno, and you'll be a lot better off. If you can get away with it in your state, remove the emissions control stuff - you can run leaner at light throttle cruise if you don't have a catalytic converter to keep from burning up.

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Originally Posted by 1SxyRXy
well what year is it?
did you not look at his username?
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Originally Posted by Syonyk
*snickers* You bought a turbo RX-7 for GAS MILEAGE?

Sorry. That's really kind of funny.

The stock ECU is pretty bad in terms of fuel economy. It's solution to everything is to add more fuel.

If you want good fuel economy, either get a SAFC & tune it yourself (probably not the best idea with a turbo), or spend a bit more, put a full standalone (Haltech or such) in, pay to get it tuned properly on a dyno, and you'll be a lot better off. If you can get away with it in your state, remove the emissions control stuff - you can run leaner at light throttle cruise if you don't have a catalytic converter to keep from burning up.

-=Russ=-


last decent trip i made i got 22.5 MPG.
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First off....what the **** is up with those "custom low profile tires?" and secondly i love that little carpet dashboard cover.

Nice find, a bit expensive imo.

I probbly didnt answer any of your q's because i didn't read your post. :P
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quick upgrading guide:
http://fc3spro.com/TECH/FM2W/power.htm

use the search button and you can find lots of good info. Read the FAQ and the Stickies at the top.

a recent thread on gas mileage:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...ht=gas+mileage
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ya the tires are gay.... i got new rims and tires on order ( friend works at discount)

sorry i can have it just the way you like it !
i own 5 cars and i am 19 i dont have time or the money for some puck *** who puts his imput on something no one asked about ...
i ask what can i do to make it alittle faster.

my mustang gets 9 mpg and overheats......
after 1 tank of gas i got 250 miles ........
my mustang
1 (15 gl) 135 or 6 not sure....miles



but i was going to do a intake with k&n and 2 1/2 all the way back with high flow ex.
and mabe some kind of plug in chip
can some one recomend a chip 2 work ? if they make them ?




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my car page (need to add the 1955 ford and RX-7)

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I'd go 3" exhaust turbo back. It'll give ya a bit of low end and some good top end power as well. If you can, remove the emissions crap, get a better air filter (apexi and HKS sell good kits), a recirculatory BOV, and a boost controller. You might want to invest in an SAFC and a fuel pressure regulator if you're gonna be playing with boost.

Oh yeah...i'm a firm believer that a good suspension setup is key to having a great performing car. I'd actually do that first thing before I do any type of power mods to it.
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WOW nice looks almost just like mine if u had the stock headunit and leather seats.. thats tight though.....go with apex i they have a good sound and good hp, yes and if it has stock suspension, change it....hey wanna sell your rims ?? pm me
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hit up azrx7.com

you will be able to meet with knowledgeable people in your area that can kinda clue you in on the car

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Thanks

THANKS
for all the help ...
i am going to do a 3 in ex all the way no mufflers
and a nice intake
and some nice struts and braces with mabe some springs



but if you know of any pre programed chip let me know !
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Originally Posted by Syonyk
*snickers* You bought a turbo RX-7 for GAS MILEAGE?

Sorry. That's really kind of funny.

The stock ECU is pretty bad in terms of fuel economy. It's solution to everything is to add more fuel.

If you want good fuel economy, either get a SAFC & tune it yourself (probably not the best idea with a turbo), or spend a bit more, put a full standalone (Haltech or such) in, pay to get it tuned properly on a dyno, and you'll be a lot better off. If you can get away with it in your state, remove the emissions control stuff - you can run leaner at light throttle cruise if you don't have a catalytic converter to keep from burning up.

-=Russ=-
My trip from Texas to CO i averaged around 27mpg.
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where in AZ are you, i'm in the chandler/gilbert area now go join AZRX7 like Mike said haha
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Originally Posted by red89TURBO2
THANKS
for all the help ...
i am going to do a 3 in ex all the way no mufflers
and a nice intake
and some nice struts and braces with mabe some springs



but if you know of any pre programed chip let me know !

THere is a nice chip out there but it is only for the s4's or 86-88 tII's. There are some chips you can get for the s5 but they are usually japanese rechipped ecu's off of ebay. If you look in the forsale section I think there was a guy that had a couple of rechipped s5 ecu's for sale.
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Originally Posted by red89TURBO2
i am going to do a 3 in ex all the way no mufflers
That's going to be HELLA loud!

Rotaries have a very loud exhaust note, and even though yours is a Turbo, you'll want some sort of mufflers on that.

As far as chips go - from what I've read, there isn't much out there. Your best bet is to get a piggyback computer like an SAFC, or a complete standalone like a Haltech or Microtech. Of course the last two are the expensive options.

There is a lot of very valuable infor on this forum, and there are some general "rules" that you should follow when modding a Turbo rotary - with regards to fuel, exhaust, wastegates etc. A quick search will provide you hours of reading pleasure!

Your ride looks good - now you can start enjoying corners!
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