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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 09:11 PM
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help me find my perfect build build plan

Alright, I have been thinking and planning for months but dont really want to just jump in to it without support froms others, I want to know what my lack of rx7 power process needs.

I have built dsms, and supras in the past but am going onto a totally diferent route this time with my 89 rx7.

Alright, for goals- I am trying for 280~340 hp, this is at denver, CO altitude, emissions legal ( EGR vaccum may/may need be needed, and a swapable cat/testpipe may be used) - also I competed in roadraces on tracks, and would like to continue that, but I really would like to build a drift car. however, daily driven, I dont mind a stiff ride and I have a keen eye for bad road conditions and dodging them.

I have about 5~8k budget on everything.

I need help finding the following:
-DD< drift prepped suspension ( I would like TEIN with EDFC so I could adjust it)
-should I get a roll cage?
-I want a decently quiet exhaust ( I dont want it to loud/quiet, but I want a strong sound)
-turbo setup, I would prefere a bolt on option kit, so hybrid is a plus
-V-mount intercooler ( sort of top mount but open to lots of air- considering putting a puller fan behind the intercooler
-body, I am not a fan of crazy alterating body kits, but I am very fond of stockish, however more aggresive body, I was considering smaller widebody fenders 15mmish, but cant find any- need help
-plus I am from Okinawa, so I would really love to have RHD- any info on this will help, Flash options will sell a clip without body/drivetrain for $500
-fuel system ( i am confused with all of this secondary stuff)
-engine management

Give me options that would be best, then options would be affordable with my budget. Thanks you guys, this will really set my build off.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 09:16 PM
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I have done completely all maintence things for this, and have 13K on rebuilt engine, but I still have the NA rear end, I am pretty set on getting 1.5 Qaife LSD, and rear/DS from a donor car of my friends. also, Fidanza flywheel/ but unsure of what a 300~whp rotary would need for a clutch. I would like a spec/ or anything reliable.

I also really like single exit exhaust on the left, so anything that uses that is a plus, I can live with a dual racing beat.... thanks so much guys.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 11:32 PM
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Model??? Is this a 89 Turbo or Non Turbo?

and 90% of your questions have already been asked and answered here. You may wish to use the search function found at the top of this section.

-DD< drift prepped suspension ( I would like TEIN with EDFC so I could adjust it)
Okay, so get it.
-should I get a roll cage?
depends on what the racing requirements in your racing body requires... you should be asking them.
-I want a decently quiet exhaust ( I dont want it to loud/quiet, but I want a strong sound)
Racing beat
-turbo setup, I would prefere a bolt on option kit, so hybrid is a plus
again... non turbo or Turbo engine?
-V-mount intercooler ( sort of top mount but open to lots of air- considering putting a puller fan behind the intercooler
okay so get one
-body, I am not a fan of crazy alterating body kits, but I am very fond of stockish, however more aggresive body, I was considering smaller widebody fenders 15mmish, but cant find any- need help
smallest widebody fenders are usually 20mm.
-plus I am from Okinawa, so I would really love to have RHD- any info on this will help, Flash options will sell a clip without body/drivetrain for $500
again contact your racing body, it may be illegal to race
-fuel system ( i am confused with all of this secondary stuff)
Then you should not even be attempting what you are asking to do. You will blow up your motor if you don't understand fueling requirements.
-engine management
check the engine management section of the board.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 11:41 PM
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hybrids are cheaper and could produce nearly 350whp

V-mount... althought veyr nice setup for circuit/drift cars.. will just complicate things and raise the cost of your project. Could prolly use the xtra money on tired.. trust me.. I go through at least 2 sets of rear tires at practice. <-- not cheap

As for body kits? WHy? u dont need that crap to drift.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 11:50 PM
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My FC has all broken bumpers, and I said I wanted more of a front lip, I have 89 NA, fully converted, I just contacted my local SCCA, they said as long as it documented and properly/fully installed it is legal. I cant figure the secondary ratio. I figure 550 primaries, and 850 secondaries. For the rest of your questions I have searched and searched the board. I have found ideas for every subject I asked, however no one subject had every answer, so I am asking what would work best for my budget.
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by exiletalon
I have 89 NA, fully converted,
So this is a 89 non turbo that you swapped in a Turbo motor (probably Jspec)?

so I am asking what would work best for my budget.
That will depend on who does the work. Pick one:
Done Cheap
Done Fast
Done Reliable
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Icemark
That will depend on who does the work. Pick one:
Done Cheap
Done Fast
Done Reliable
He could probably pick 2. Most people on this forum seem to go for cheap and fast.
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 11:19 PM
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I can do the work, and understand the fuel system, plus my friend that gave me the car and helped me swap it is working with me on this- I am asking the fuel system the wouldnt be too much, or too little for the goal street/DD drifter.
I have about a 6K budget for everything!!! I just got a 1990 front/rear bumper, tailights and a front lip- I like the look of all of this, so I think my body is done for the most part. I am getting a roll cage because I dont care how good a driver you are - to blow a tire at 130+ sucks. safety first, I also picked up some EVO Recaro seats and am currently making my brackets- I feel my interior mods are nearly complete ( gauges and sh...)
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 11:26 PM
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6K is going to go fast dude for all the stuff you are planning to do

you could do a BNR stage 1 or 2 hybrid turbo. hell, a stock turbo can get you 220-250rwhp. You will need all new bushings and an upgraded differential mount because it's going to break
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Old Apr 11, 2007 | 12:16 AM
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why do I need a upgraded mount, I have feel set in on the mazdaspeed 1.5 lsd, I have a To4b hybrid, I am looking for 280~ rwhp,
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