New to RX7s. Question about redlining!

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03-20-08, 07:34 PM

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New to RX7s. Question about redlining!

Hi, is it true that redlining will clean carbon deposits? I searched around and a lot of people say yes, but my engine as 200,000 miles so I want to make sure. And if you guys have any tips about rotaries please point them out. Thanks.

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03-20-08, 07:38 PM

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Yes the engines do enjoy the occasional redline. The only tip I have, is that your gonna be breaking out your wallet pretty soon.

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03-20-08, 08:03 PM

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with 200k you'll probly have to rebuild soon. Just take care of it and make sure you have oil and coolant. Then start saving up about 1500 for a rebuild, that way when the engine pops you wont be sad

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03-20-08, 08:23 PM

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The RX-7 enjoys the red line once a day as other people say! Don't keep doing it on that much of a mileage, you're going to pop some seals.

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03-20-08, 09:11 PM

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The awnser is simple, all cars like to redline once in a while, especially rotaries. It will prevent carbon deposits but if the car was babied for a long time and you try to redline it you will most likely blow the engine.