Hi, I just want to know about how much it would be to replace the motor in my 1990 RX-7 Convertible. It's actually running fine right now, but there's 136,000 miles on it, and I'm don't see to many high mileage RX-7's out there with original motors. I just want to anticipate what it will cost to get a rebuilt or new motor when she does decide to go. Thanks for your help.

 

They really depend on level of build and ammount of new parts used. Usually a lower level rebuild will go for $2000 or so and a higher level rebuild can go for $8000 for a PP N/A Check out Mazdatrix.com for some prices. They are in the higher range, but their work is excellent.

 

1990 N/A your weakest link is going to be the OMP going bad, or it overheating one day. My 83 has 184500 miles on it...still runs, smokes, but runs

 

You might also want to check out Atkins Rotary. They offer a better warranty on their rebuilds than most others do.

 

I may be the exception to your observation that not many original engines still running. Bought a new 90 GTU n/a. Replaced original engine at 239,000 miles. Changed oil every 1,500 miles and used Prolong every other oil change.

 

Pineapple Racing. Obviously I am biased, since Rob Golden is a friend of mine. However, his reputation is well known in the industry. When I first met Ari Yallon, owner of Rotary Performance in Garland, Texas, his first words to me were "You know Rob Golden?!? He's the MAN!." A better unsolicited testimonial I have not heard Also, if you like anything on my site Rotary Engine Illustrated, then you owe a debt of gratitude to Rob for helping me figure this **** out. I knew virtually nothing about rotary engines before meeting him....

You should also check out the Northstar RX-7 Club Vendor Ratings guide.

 

Email me your information @ r_ed_line53@yahoo.com and let me see what i can do for you. 33 years experience in rotaries.
fc3s.org is right, it all depends on what you are wanting to do with this new motor.

n e ways email me and can definitely find you a good deal.


see ya,

car 53

 

my 7 is in the shop getting it rebuilt rite now..ill be getting it next week. it was dead when i took it there. its gonna cost me $1600, with new clutch and new hoses/ vaccume lines, all included in the price, plus an xtra $300 for getting it ported =]
u guys should be hearing from me with my comments on how its runing later when i get my car back, in about a week from now.
i cant wait!!

 

Where did you get it rebuilt at? I'm in need of a rebuild myself. $1600 sounds like a good deal.

 

i got it at R&R Rotary in pomona CA...he hooked me up with that price...i thought it was pretty good from the other places where i got quoted from...2 weeks to get it done..i heard this place does a good job of it..but like i said, ill be posting my comments when i test it myself

 

How reasonable would you guys say it is to drive my car cross country to have the engine replaced? I mean, obviously, there's going to be wear on the car... but most of that is going to be on the engine anyway. The body's in great condition, but it does have 105k miles on it. It's just that most of the best rotary places are very remote for me. I live in Chicago. My car's on its second engine and that came from Nebraska. What do you suggest?

 

It's better to simply ship the engine wherever you end up deciding to get the work done. Cheaper than gas money, for sure, let alone the time and inconvenience. Pineapple Racing just did a motor for a guy in Chicago and the shipping was just $94 to Portland. Most engine builders will have a preferred carrier who cuts them a special deal. Just ask.

 

Thanks, there. I'll keep that in mind for the future.

 

Has anyone done any business with S.A.S. Racing located down here in florida? their site is mentioned in the links part of pineapple racing... im just wonderin since its about 5 mins away from where i live... maybe ill check it out for myself, just wonderin if anyone else has had experience with them