2JZ-GTE or 13B-REW
07-14-02, 02:43 PM
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2JZ-GTE or 13B-REW
Alright guys, here's the dilema. My engine is at 71K, and I'm starting to save for the rebuild. My engine still pulls hard and, despite a low boost problem I have yet to diagnose, I don't see a problem just yet. However, when I do have to put in a new engine, I've wondering about the possibilities of using a 2JZ from a Supra instead of a new 13B. I've heard that 2JZ's are practically bullet-proof, and I have seen one "Supra-7". I'm just wondering if any of you know how extensive this transition is, or should I just stay rotory? Any info would be great. Thanks.
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07-15-02, 05:44 AM
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If you're just saving for a rebuild, then maybe you shouldn't consider extensive modification unless you are a skilled fabricator and therefore don't have to farm the work out.
This isn't even going into the arguments why the Supra engine sucks *** for anything but a tank of a car like, say, a Supra
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This isn't even going into the arguments why the Supra engine sucks *** for anything but a tank of a car like, say, a Supra
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07-15-02, 09:25 AM
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think!
you're defeating the purpose of what an "RX-7 IS ALL ABOUT". It's a rotary, that's what makes it an RX-7. When and if the new one comes out, it will be fitted with a ROTARY motor!!!!!! That is what makes our 7's unique amongst other things, like the forever always looking new look (run on). n e wayz, my 2 senses.
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07-15-02, 10:08 AM
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Originally posted by ThirdGenRX7
I wanna convert my rx7 to flintstones power baby! i'm gonna take out the engine and cut some holes in the floor!
I wanna convert my rx7 to flintstones power baby! i'm gonna take out the engine and cut some holes in the floor!
07-15-02, 10:38 AM
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How much do the supra engines cost, my guess a lot more than a 13b rebuild, besides that would be an expensive journey since you would need a new tranny, and a lot of work. Also do any one know how fast that yellow RX-7 with the supra engine in it from Turbo Magazine?
07-15-02, 10:41 AM
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There is much more to the RX-7 than the engine. Looks, handling, practicality (go on, just try to move across town in an MR2)... to say that the rotary is the whole point of owning an RX-7 is a very myopic viewpoint.
But the Supra engine... SHEESH. Doesn't that thing weigh 700+lb? Inline sixes are typically very heavy engines, especially ones like it which are designed to cope with very high stress from turbocharging. They are also rather hard to package, what with their height and length. BMW may switch to V6 engines in the near future for this reason alone.
But the Supra engine... SHEESH. Doesn't that thing weigh 700+lb? Inline sixes are typically very heavy engines, especially ones like it which are designed to cope with very high stress from turbocharging. They are also rather hard to package, what with their height and length. BMW may switch to V6 engines in the near future for this reason alone.
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Originally posted by Quivver
How much do the supra engines cost, my guess a lot more than a 13b rebuild, besides that would be an expensive journey since you would need a new tranny, and a lot of work. Also do any one know how fast that yellow RX-7 with the supra engine in it from Turbo Magazine?
How much do the supra engines cost, my guess a lot more than a 13b rebuild, besides that would be an expensive journey since you would need a new tranny, and a lot of work. Also do any one know how fast that yellow RX-7 with the supra engine in it from Turbo Magazine?
07-15-02, 09:14 PM
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Good point guys! Why the hell did I buy this thing in the first place if I didn't want to be different?! I'm sticking with the 13B! Screw the archaic reciprocating piston engine. Rotory 4 life!
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Originally posted by RedX7
Short life? Maybe? But if I planned on living forever, I'd buy an Accord and never go above 60mph.
Short life? Maybe? But if I planned on living forever, I'd buy an Accord and never go above 60mph.
Don't mind me... I just like talking a little smack every now and then.