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Old 07-31-04, 10:15 AM
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First Post - Bought a '88 RX-7


Hi All,
This is my first Mazda, let alone my first RX-7 - it an '88 convertible and to be honest I don't know what is under the hood. If it doesn't have pistons - I'm scared

I didn't pay for a ppi so all I know is it seems to run fine to me. The top is torn in two places. I was thinking of having two patchs sewn in. Is there a better way to repair?

Is there any engine maintainance I should have checked/replaced before I use it as my daily driver???
Thanks in advance. Here's a pic of our new ride;
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Congrats on the car. Just do you normal maitenance as you would on a piston car. Nothing really different. Definitely check out https://www.rx7club.com/2nd-generation-specific-1986-1992-17/faq-fc-frequently-asked-questions-2nd-generation-rx-7-a-181219/ which is the FC FAQ sticky at the top of this section. Welcome to the site.

And my 88 GXL is my first RX and first Mazda.

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looks good. it definately does NOT have pistons under the hood.
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http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/newowner.htm

Good information. Mostly common sense stuff, change all the fluids & "wear items" that you can't check easily (fuel filter, O2 sensor, etc).

-=Russ=-
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