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Newbie here...
hi,
i'm new to rx-7's and hope you guys can help me out..
i'm thinking of buying a turbo II FC but want to know about the engines.
Why do so many people say rotaries are unreliable and don't last that long ? I always here of rotary engines blowing up. What do you need or need to do to keep them running good?Also, what are some common problems with the turbo FC?
And lastly, what should i look for, on the mechanical side of things, when buying an FC?
thanks for taking the time to read this.
laters.........
i'm new to rx-7's and hope you guys can help me out..
i'm thinking of buying a turbo II FC but want to know about the engines.
Why do so many people say rotaries are unreliable and don't last that long ? I always here of rotary engines blowing up. What do you need or need to do to keep them running good?Also, what are some common problems with the turbo FC?
And lastly, what should i look for, on the mechanical side of things, when buying an FC?
thanks for taking the time to read this.
laters.........
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Bad tuning is the major cause of engine failure, treat the car right and it'll last a good amount of miles. My rx7 only lasted 150k miles 
I've gotten 250k miles out of my 302 engine, spraying a 125 shot and doing some other stupid stuff, it still runs strong
I've gotten 250k miles out of my 302 engine, spraying a 125 shot and doing some other stupid stuff, it still runs strong
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munky7,
Here's a good link for you on buying.
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/
Here's a writeup I've done on rx-7s that should help as well:
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Hey welcome to rx7club.com.
The best thing about rx-7s is they're 100% designed as TRUE uncompromising sports cars - not a "sports coupe" or "sports sedan."
The Turbo II model is a SUPERCAR and is the tuners DREAM CAR. Mazda designed the car's drivetrain with 450HP in mind but detuned to 200bhp. What that means is you can GO NUTS building an inexpensive Porsche killer. And unlike the American entry level "sports cars," the Turbo II is designed as a track car with MUCH better handling.
The rotary engine is PERFECT for a sports car and Mazda designed the rx-7 to take 130% advantage of it.
High RPMS, wide & tall powerbands, near unlimited revving, lightweight engine, perfect 50/50 balancing, and low drag, are just some of the advantages the rotary engine provides.
Handling is the BEST part of the rotary experience. The chassis has rear steer found on some Porsches, so you can kick some serious butt around the corners. The car handles & drives so well - it inspires you to push the car beyond what you think it's capable of
Best of all, the rx-7s have an international following from tuners, manufacturers, and enthusiast. That means you have a wide selection of performance upgrades, engine upgrades, accessories, bodykits, coffeytable books, toy models, gas powered rotary R/C cars, and knowledgeable people.
The RX-7 community is really that large
a few pictures:
Here's a good link for you on buying.
http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/
Here's a writeup I've done on rx-7s that should help as well:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hey welcome to rx7club.com.
The best thing about rx-7s is they're 100% designed as TRUE uncompromising sports cars - not a "sports coupe" or "sports sedan."
The Turbo II model is a SUPERCAR and is the tuners DREAM CAR. Mazda designed the car's drivetrain with 450HP in mind but detuned to 200bhp. What that means is you can GO NUTS building an inexpensive Porsche killer. And unlike the American entry level "sports cars," the Turbo II is designed as a track car with MUCH better handling.
The rotary engine is PERFECT for a sports car and Mazda designed the rx-7 to take 130% advantage of it.
High RPMS, wide & tall powerbands, near unlimited revving, lightweight engine, perfect 50/50 balancing, and low drag, are just some of the advantages the rotary engine provides.
Handling is the BEST part of the rotary experience. The chassis has rear steer found on some Porsches, so you can kick some serious butt around the corners. The car handles & drives so well - it inspires you to push the car beyond what you think it's capable of
Best of all, the rx-7s have an international following from tuners, manufacturers, and enthusiast. That means you have a wide selection of performance upgrades, engine upgrades, accessories, bodykits, coffeytable books, toy models, gas powered rotary R/C cars, and knowledgeable people.
The RX-7 community is really that large
a few pictures:
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