All right, I just bought a 91 rx7 second gen. It's the non-turbo model and I'm wondering whether it would be better to upgrade the engine and add a turbo or to swap it with the stock turbo engine? Also, if the second option is the better idea does anyone know where I could order that model turbo engine for a decent price. Thanks.

 

better to swap the engine for a Turbo Rotary than to go through all the necessary work to put a turbocharger on a nonturbo engine.

You looking for a brand new turbo engine or a used one?

 

It's all about what you want the engine to behave like, i'm a huge fan of high compression turbo engines, so i've got a slightly biased view, but it probably wouldn't be worth turbocharging your high comp N/A engine unless you can do alot of the work yourself....

So, how handy are you at doing lots of work on your car yourself?

 

How handy am I? Well since this is my first rotary engine I'd say I'm beginner level. I know how to do a few things to engines, upgrade wise, but I think it'd be smarter to watch and learn than dive head first into it.

I'd be looking for a used engine, if you know of anyone or anyplace that sells them at good prices please let me know. Thanks

 

www.nippon-motors.com has used turbo motors imported from Japan for $750. Thats about as cheap as you'll find a used motor unless you deal directly with an individual who is selling a used motor.

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