do rx7 parts break down easily?
09-06-05, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon51013
i was jus wondering if rx7 parts break down easily because alot of ppl said that it is hard to fix
If they say that they haven't spent a few hours reading the haynes/hayes or FSM. They are dead simple to work on. Basic mechanic skills will get you very far.
09-06-05, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by dragon51013
i was jus wondering if rx7 parts break down easily because alot of ppl said that it is hard to fix
No more or less frequently then any other car of that same age. And if you want my opinion, they are EASIER to work on then most cars. People are just too lazy/intimidated/stupid to learn how to fix it themselves.
09-06-05, 04:40 PM
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First of all, you're looking at cars nearing 20 years. Of course they'll break down eventually. As for changing parts, they're easy but can get expensive unless you can find good used parts. Preventive maintenance will help . When you get a used car, change all fluids and hoses. They don't last forever.
I see some cars engine pictures that I would be ashamed to post. Some looks like original hoses and rust and crud everywhere.
I see some cars engine pictures that I would be ashamed to post. Some looks like original hoses and rust and crud everywhere.
Originally Posted by dragon51013
i was jus wondering if rx7 parts break down easily because alot of ppl said that it is hard to fix
09-06-05, 05:14 PM
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the only problem i have with my car is that the things i cant work on break......engine rebuild, tranny is dead....other then that my car doesnt have to many problems. then again i have the automatic in my car right now. (why did they ever put an auto in an rx-7)
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09-06-05, 06:46 PM
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If you replace 15 year old parts with used 15 year old parts, yes.
If you bother to replace them new, they'll last another 15 years before they need to be replaced. (TPS, etc)
If you bother to replace them new, they'll last another 15 years before they need to be replaced. (TPS, etc)
09-06-05, 06:48 PM
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Everyone above is lying. They are a pain in the butt on upkeep, rebuilding, basic upgrades.
No one in their right mind would want one so I suggest you forget about it and tell us what model it is and where it's at so those of us who like abusing ourselves can have it.....
Man parts is parts.... a car is a car.... logic is little bird chirping in meadow. These cars are no worse than anything else for parts wearing out due to age and breaking. Abuse is another matter. Either way what would you rather drive, an 88 Civic or an 88Rx-7....
No one in their right mind would want one so I suggest you forget about it and tell us what model it is and where it's at so those of us who like abusing ourselves can have it.....
Man parts is parts.... a car is a car.... logic is little bird chirping in meadow. These cars are no worse than anything else for parts wearing out due to age and breaking. Abuse is another matter. Either way what would you rather drive, an 88 Civic or an 88Rx-7....
09-06-05, 06:53 PM
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my fc is my first car, and the first car i've ever worked with, when i bought it it came with a haynes manual, extra driver's door handle, and power window parts,(just in case) since the car came with the manual, everythings been so easy right now, having the right tools, the knowledge (Haynes,or FSM. **** chilton) and the time/patience. You can do it. Get a 7.
09-06-05, 08:06 PM
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Having had the opportunity (hah) to work on a variety of cars for various people:
The easiest car I've ever worked on is my Subaru. 1987 Subaru GL wagon, 1.8L flat-4, manual transmission, dual range 4WD, plenty of space in the engine bay, high enough off the ground that you can change the oil without a lift, etc.
The next easiest is the RX-7. It's an odd car - you *do* have to learn a bit about working on it, but it's really fairly easy to work on, especially once you remove all the unneeded emissions junk. :-)
Compared to a new FWD car, it's an absolute breeze. HOWEVER, it's an old sports car. It's not going to be as tolerant of neglect as, say, a late 80s Toyota or Honda. You've got a lot of stuff that is just plain old. If you go through and preemptively fix things, they are quite reliable - Wayne commutes 100+ miles/day in his, and has only had a handful of problems that required him turning around & getting a different car (and the car got him home just fine, it was things like oil leaks & such from old oil cooler hoses).
They're not bad cars. They're just more demanding than a lot of other cars. However, they're a LOT more fun to drive than a lot of other cars.
-=Russ=-
The easiest car I've ever worked on is my Subaru. 1987 Subaru GL wagon, 1.8L flat-4, manual transmission, dual range 4WD, plenty of space in the engine bay, high enough off the ground that you can change the oil without a lift, etc.
The next easiest is the RX-7. It's an odd car - you *do* have to learn a bit about working on it, but it's really fairly easy to work on, especially once you remove all the unneeded emissions junk. :-)
Compared to a new FWD car, it's an absolute breeze. HOWEVER, it's an old sports car. It's not going to be as tolerant of neglect as, say, a late 80s Toyota or Honda. You've got a lot of stuff that is just plain old. If you go through and preemptively fix things, they are quite reliable - Wayne commutes 100+ miles/day in his, and has only had a handful of problems that required him turning around & getting a different car (and the car got him home just fine, it was things like oil leaks & such from old oil cooler hoses).
They're not bad cars. They're just more demanding than a lot of other cars. However, they're a LOT more fun to drive than a lot of other cars.
-=Russ=-
09-06-05, 10:17 PM
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I've been driving a beat-up GXL for the last year (including during the MN winter) and it's been pretty dead reliable. The only things that have broken were:
- Front lower ball joint ($25 f/ Victoria British and alot of hammering)
- Starter (bought a used one from a member for $20, works great)
- Oil pan (stripped the drain plug by being a dumb-***)
- Exhaust (17 year old piping get's rusty
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That's about it. It runs really well especially since I pulled emissions and am down to five vac. lines. This site and the FSM have been great resources.
- Front lower ball joint ($25 f/ Victoria British and alot of hammering)
- Starter (bought a used one from a member for $20, works great)
- Oil pan (stripped the drain plug by being a dumb-***)
- Exhaust (17 year old piping get's rusty
)That's about it. It runs really well especially since I pulled emissions and am down to five vac. lines. This site and the FSM have been great resources.
09-06-05, 10:21 PM
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Once new a guy who had an 87 RX7 N/A. He had 220k on the ORIGINAL motor and had never done any serious work to it. Like any car, if you take care of it, it will last. Being that these cars are all used now, your going to have to put some money into them. With a little will power and some time, you can almost fix anything on them.
09-06-05, 11:02 PM
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yes my car ran fine till i started abusing it, and its expected for things to break on a car that old when its abused. they arnt that hard to work on really. way better to work on the a FWD car!!!, one bright thing dont have to worry about if the timing belt/chain was replaced, dont have a valve train!
instead of random problems here and there , these motors run fine, then blow up out of hte blue, but theres nothing inbetween generally.
instead of random problems here and there , these motors run fine, then blow up out of hte blue, but theres nothing inbetween generally.
09-07-05, 12:52 PM
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FCs break all the time. They are useless as a boat anchor with out a boat. Do yourself a favor and go to pick a part and buy the first POS you see and drag it to your yard.....this well save you the trouble of having an FC
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FCs break all the time. They are useless as a boat anchor with out a boat. Do yourself a favor and go to pick a part and buy the first POS you see and drag it to your yard.....this well save you the trouble of having an FC
09-07-05, 12:55 PM
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all lies coming from people who are in love with this ineeficient crap car....the rotary is unreliable...........don't waste your time and money(trust me you will waste BOTH) buy a Honda or a 240............ for what purposes do you need this car? daily driver? autocross? learn to drift? drag?
09-07-05, 01:06 PM
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my 7 was reliable and such until it blew up. Othere than that its cool. The motor is so basic I couldnt belive it when I took it apart. Just do a frequent and on scedule PM service. Oh PM is either Private message or preventive maintance.
09-07-05, 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Madrx7racer
all lies coming from people who are in love with this ineeficient crap car....the rotary is unreliable...........don't waste your time and money(trust me you will waste BOTH) buy a Honda or a 240............ for what purposes do you need this car? daily driver? autocross? learn to drift? drag?
Inefficient? Depends on how you define it. Raw gas mileage, probably, though that's largely the fault of the ECU (look at what the standalone guys are getting for a better clue as to the engine design capabilities).
Crap car? Hardly. Crap car would be a Cavalier of the same era.
Unreliable? No, just not tolerant of neglect.
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09-07-05, 06:02 PM
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the myth of the broken down rx7.
haha, i'd rather keep the myth rolling cause it's better to get them at a cheaper price.
but how many owners have only had one? every one i know with a rotary has had close to three. one person has had almost all models.
haha, i'd rather keep the myth rolling cause it's better to get them at a cheaper price.
but how many owners have only had one? every one i know with a rotary has had close to three. one person has had almost all models.
09-07-05, 08:39 PM
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i'm deadly serious.......i'm on my fourth one and it's not even running.........these cars suck....he's better off buying a Honda or a 240.........he REALLY doesn't need a 7.
09-07-05, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Madrx7racer
i'm deadly serious.......i'm on my fourth one and it's not even running.........these cars suck....he's better off buying a Honda or a 240.........he REALLY doesn't need a 7.