GXL vs. GTU
10-30-06, 10:48 PM
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GXL vs. GTU
I tried searching the FAQ for this information, and couldn't come up with differences in trim.
Could someone please just list the differences between an S4 GXL and GTU?
Will a GXL with adjustable suspention handle as well as a GTU?
Could someone please just list the differences between an S4 GXL and GTU?
Will a GXL with adjustable suspention handle as well as a GTU?
10-30-06, 10:51 PM
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well, the s4 gtu was only produced in 1988... came w/ a aluminum na hood, speed sensitive power steering, different gearing in the tranny, and was the first non turbo to come w/ the turbo wing and aero mirrors...
the gtu should have a little better handling, but not much.... the drag coefficients were also different because of the areo package... .31 drag for the gxl and .29 for the gtu
the gtu should have a little better handling, but not much.... the drag coefficients were also different because of the areo package... .31 drag for the gxl and .29 for the gtu
10-30-06, 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by vipers
well, the s4 gtu was only produced in 1988... came w/ a aluminum na hood, speed sensitive power steering, different gearing in the tranny, and was the first non turbo to come w/ the turbo wing and aero mirrors...
the gtu should have a little better handling, but not much.... the drag coefficients were also different because of the areo package... .31 drag for the gxl and .29 for the gtu
the gtu should have a little better handling, but not much.... the drag coefficients were also different because of the areo package... .31 drag for the gxl and .29 for the gtu
10-30-06, 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by playdeadva
basically the gxl is the fat lady of the rx7s but has some nice features. gtu is lighter and built to handle.
10-31-06, 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Sgt. Pepper
GXL also have 4 piston brake calipers up front and vented rotors all around, GTU only have 2 pistons and solid rear calipers
This is all covered in the Options and standard features sticky thread found at the top of this section. https://www.rx7club.com/2nd-generation-specific-1986-1992-17/specifications-what-did-2nd-generation-rx-7-come-w-options-standard-features-249616/
Only the 89 and 90 GTU had Single (not 2 pistons- no FC came with 2 piston brakes) front brakes and solid rear rotors.
The 88 GTU came with 4 piston front brakes with vented rear rotors just like all models of the GXL.
and BTW: he asked about the S4 models... which would be 86-88... so the crappy S5 GTU with it's Single piston brakes wouldn't even be brought up
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10-31-06, 01:42 AM
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any more advantages for my 1990 GTU you guys could add?
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...g/DSC00623.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...g/DSC00623.jpg
10-31-06, 01:51 AM
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Originally Posted by finishline
any more advantages for my 1990 GTU you guys could add?
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...g/DSC00623.jpg
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...g/DSC00623.jpg
10-31-06, 03:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TweakGames
What is the different gearing? faster? I replaced my 88 gtus tranny with 87 something .. so im guessing I lost all the special tranny ... stuff...
10-31-06, 07:57 AM
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I drive an S4 GXL and love it. I wouldn't trade my power windows, Automatic Suspension or any of those other special little features for a GTU!
...might take a Turbo, though, if it were in as good of condition...possibly...maybe not...
...might take a Turbo, though, if it were in as good of condition...possibly...maybe not...
10-31-06, 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by fc3sna
i thought the gtu had turbo II gears in the tranny, but im not positive.
it didn't come turbocharged.
that's why i got the swap! =]
10-31-06, 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Icemark
No, that is wrong.
This is all covered in the Options and standard features sticky thread found at the top of this section. https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=249616
Only the 89 and 90 GTU had Single (not 2 pistons- no FC came with 2 piston brakes) front brakes and solid rear rotors.
The 88 GTU came with 4 piston front brakes with vented rear rotors just like all models of the GXL.
and BTW: he asked about the S4 models... which would be 86-88... so the crappy S5 GTU with it's Single piston brakes wouldn't even be brought up
This is all covered in the Options and standard features sticky thread found at the top of this section. https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=249616
Only the 89 and 90 GTU had Single (not 2 pistons- no FC came with 2 piston brakes) front brakes and solid rear rotors.
The 88 GTU came with 4 piston front brakes with vented rear rotors just like all models of the GXL.
and BTW: he asked about the S4 models... which would be 86-88... so the crappy S5 GTU with it's Single piston brakes wouldn't even be brought up
no icemark. my buddy has an 88 gtu with single piston brakes.
10-31-06, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by SirCygnus
no icemark. my buddy has an 88 gtu with single piston brakes.
The 88 GTU (S4 came) with 5 lug wheels. The only S4 models to have single piston front brakes came with 4 lug wheels.
So either he has a base model 88 SE or he has a 89 (S5).
But he does not have a 88 GTU.
Man I don't get why everyone is being stupied in this thread. There was no special gearing on the 88 GTU. The 88 GTU uses the same brakes as all other non base models (like the GXL, Sport, GTUs (note the small S), the Turbo, the convertibles.
This is all covered in the WHAT DID MY CAR COME WITH STICKY THREAD found at the top of this section.
Stop posting BS people!
The only difference between the 88 GTU and the 88 GXL was that the GXL had power windows, addustible suspension, a sunroof (which was optional on the 88 GTU) and slightly nicer interior, while the GTU had the S4 aero kit.
There were not differences in brakes, gearing, engine, or even springs.
10-31-06, 09:22 AM
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Since you people can't be bother to even read the thread....
LOOK:
Man you guys are pissing me off with all the mis-information in this thread.
Same f#@king gearing, Same brakes, Same everything!
LOOK:
Man you guys are pissing me off with all the mis-information in this thread.
Same f#@king gearing, Same brakes, Same everything!
10-31-06, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by TweakGames
What is the different gearing? faster? I replaced my 88 gtus tranny with 87 something .. so im guessing I lost all the special tranny ... stuff...
10-31-06, 10:01 AM
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Thanks for all the responses! And thanks for all the info, Icemark!
I have a couple more questions for you. I just bought my 87 GXL
First, if I have 16" alloys with a 5-bolt pattern, would it be correct to say that I have the original axles, but TII wheels?
Second, I think I've seen some RX7s without dual exhaust, though I could just be imagining it. All I know is, the exhaust system on my car did not come from Mazda. Anyways, would my 87 GXL normally have dual exhaust?
Third, is the GXL suspension in sport mode the same as the suspension on a GTU or TII?
I have a couple more questions for you. I just bought my 87 GXL
First, if I have 16" alloys with a 5-bolt pattern, would it be correct to say that I have the original axles, but TII wheels?
Second, I think I've seen some RX7s without dual exhaust, though I could just be imagining it. All I know is, the exhaust system on my car did not come from Mazda. Anyways, would my 87 GXL normally have dual exhaust?
Third, is the GXL suspension in sport mode the same as the suspension on a GTU or TII?
10-31-06, 11:04 AM
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You can say that about the suspension, its technically accurate, as Turbo Models came with "Sport Tuned Suspension." GXL's and all FC's for that matter, came dual exhaust from the factory.
Personally I love my GXL. Power Windows, AAS, whats wrong with that =) 5 lug! hahah.
Personally I love my GXL. Power Windows, AAS, whats wrong with that =) 5 lug! hahah.
10-31-06, 11:44 AM
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No, seriously? Is the 5 lug what was on my car the day it was built?
It'd be nice if I could get a "yes" or a "no", instead of a "It always amazes me how little some RX7 owners know about their cars" or a "5 lug! hahah." That's about as helpful as saying "stupid n00b."
It'd be nice if I could get a "yes" or a "no", instead of a "It always amazes me how little some RX7 owners know about their cars" or a "5 lug! hahah." That's about as helpful as saying "stupid n00b."