Which One To Get????????????
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From: austin TX
Which One To Get????????????
hello peeps i am new to this forum and i was wundering is sum1 could help me out....i plan on getting a second generation rx 7 and i dont know if i should go all out and spend more $$ on a turbo or if i could get a na and make it a turbo.... and if i did would it be as or more efective than the factory turbo or would i have to buy extra parts such as piston????
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Converting an NA to turbo would best be done as a project (ie you're not in too much of a hurry to get it done.)
Timewise and $-wise, you'd probably be best off buying a TII outright.
There are several threads on NA/turbo conversions in the part of the Forum. Search.
Timewise and $-wise, you'd probably be best off buying a TII outright.
There are several threads on NA/turbo conversions in the part of the Forum. Search.
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They are both good in their own ways. If you buy an NA keep it NA and just do all you can to make it rip. If you go the Turbo route then it will be easier to get more power, but can end up being a hassle as well sometimes. NA's are awesome, but the Turbo models definatly have more potential if your looking for something to get lots of power out of and keep it daily driverable. I would say look around and buy the best deal you can find for what it is, whether it is NA or Turbo.
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http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/naturbo.htm
Look at the above page for information on a custom conversion. Some people have swapped a complete Turbo II drivetrain, but neither conversion is "common" or "typical."
Like others will say, if you want a turbo, then it's generally easier and less costly to just buy one that came that way.
Normally aspirated cars are fun too, but don't expect one to outrun a good running V8 in a lightweight car. These cars can stick with good running V6 style cars such as the Eclipse.
Either way, you are likely to end up with a car that needs significant repairs because of its age. It is fun to repair these cars and watch them perform better with each thing you fix.
One thing people usually ignore is gearing. Any car can be made significantly quicker in the lower gears (say 0 to 80 mph range) by altering the gear ratio. You can buy a lower gear for the differential for these cars, and you always have the option of using tires that are not as tall to gain more torque at the wheels. The cost of this change will be gas mileage and a loss of accuracy in the speedometer.
I recommend getting a ride in or driving both an N/A and turbo RX-7 before you decide what you want.
Look at the above page for information on a custom conversion. Some people have swapped a complete Turbo II drivetrain, but neither conversion is "common" or "typical."
Like others will say, if you want a turbo, then it's generally easier and less costly to just buy one that came that way.
Normally aspirated cars are fun too, but don't expect one to outrun a good running V8 in a lightweight car. These cars can stick with good running V6 style cars such as the Eclipse.
Either way, you are likely to end up with a car that needs significant repairs because of its age. It is fun to repair these cars and watch them perform better with each thing you fix.
One thing people usually ignore is gearing. Any car can be made significantly quicker in the lower gears (say 0 to 80 mph range) by altering the gear ratio. You can buy a lower gear for the differential for these cars, and you always have the option of using tires that are not as tall to gain more torque at the wheels. The cost of this change will be gas mileage and a loss of accuracy in the speedometer.
I recommend getting a ride in or driving both an N/A and turbo RX-7 before you decide what you want.
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Originally posted by cbrinega
Normally aspirated cars are fun too, but don't expect one to outrun a good running V8 in a lightweight car. These cars can stick with good running V6 style cars such as the Eclipse.
Normally aspirated cars are fun too, but don't expect one to outrun a good running V8 in a lightweight car. These cars can stick with good running V6 style cars such as the Eclipse.
And you'll rape ALL of them in the corners.
