I'm thinking of possiblly buying a fd with the intent of having the motor rebuilt. Could you guys give me some ballpark figures on approximatly how much a stock rebuild and install will cost? Im located in south jersey.

 

Just do a search here in the forum for:

"rebuild reman"

That should bring up some results with varying prices. Basically it all depends on the rebuild for a majority of the cost. Porting, oil mods, etc all cost money. Also, with a rebuild it also depends on how much is damaged as to other costs for new parts.

If the car blew an apex seal, it could have also damaged the turbos requiring a rebuild for those as well.

Reman cost around $2000.
Most rebuilds will range from $3000-4000 range.

R&R (remove & reinstall) cost will vary depending on the shop's hourly rate, but you can expect around $1200 for that.

Chances are there will be other things that need to be done (new hoses, couplers, injector cleaning, etc) which will also add up in the costs.

 

BTW, you might try calling KDR and getting a quote:

http://www.kdrotary.com/

 

thanks mahjik

 

For my rebuild at Rotary Power, the total was ~$5600. That included the rebuilding of both the turbos, the motor (w/ 3mm apex seals), injectors, clutch and a whole lot of other required things such as a thermostat, plug wires, pulsation dampener, spark plugs, etc. All in all, it wasn't really that bad a of a price.

 

You can get a Mazda Reman from Malloy Mazda, VA ask for Ray Crowe for $2195 shipped(You might get a good one) it' cost you anywhere between $1400-1800 for a good rotary shop to do the swap. You'll also need around $500 worth of stuff like gaskets, hoses & Fuel Pulsation Dampener, etc. It would also be a good idea to install a new clutch while the motor is out $500. I'd recommend getting a lightened flywheel, $350(it's worth it). Well, since you are getting a new motor, you might as well get the motor ported to free up some hp.(15-20hp) It goes on and on.


~ Pineappleracing.com has a great reputation. That's why I went with them. I hope my motor lives up to their reputation.

 

if you go to a shop to have the engine rebuilt make sure you are really careful because nobody knows what they are doing and if they do they can rip you off easier. Stick with the big named companies. Pineapple and Pettit pretty much

off topic again

jpandes nice car I just looked at the page
the wheels are so original and classy

I read through the mods your car should be killer fast right now! I would suggest a midpipe with a retune of the pfc and a ball and spring valve for the wastegate actuator at least to control boost. The home depot controllers suck. You will notice the boost fly to what you set it to (like you had set it for a much higher boost)and stop on a dime with the manual ball and spring valve.

 

Hey RXSeven7,I have a shop (JPR imports,check NE section)15 min's away form you in blackwood nj on the blackhorse pike.Motor installs for Fd's start around 3000 for basic reman with warranty . And the work can be done within a two week period.Please call me if I can help(856)227-1808......Jim

 

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Thanks for the compliments Snook. I can't handle the smell of a Mid-pipe nor can I deal with the added noise volume. My 7 is my daily driver and I thinks it pretty loud as it is.

As for the Ball and spring boost controller; I bought a cheap on off ebay a while back and it sucked. The damn ball got stuck in the internal threads and kept my waste gate closed. I'll have to buy a well constructed one. Maybe a Dawes device or something. I'll do any thing to make my car spool up quicker.

John

 

in australia u can get a 10.7 second engine (13bt) made up for 10,000 as what is about 5,000 us.........australia is rotary hevan!

 

i bought a cheap one off ebay also and had the same problem. take it apart and cut a coil or two off of the spring and try it. home depot valves suck, ecspecially if you're running non seq.

 

*laughs* It's the same around here.
Hitting 10.7 seconds in the 1/4 depends more on how hard you're willing to push the envelope. Then again, my car only ran a 10.8, so maybe I'm not qualified to say

 

FWIW - I am very glad I went with a local builder/installer. I was thinking of taking my car to KDR (3hours away) or getting a motor from Pineapple, but neither had good turn around times, shipping sucked and if anything went wrong I was left to my own devices. If anything happens to my car or something doesn't sound right, I just pop into J&R and he addresses it.

You just need someone who knows what they are doing and takes the time to do it right.

 

I am in the process of getting quotes on a replacement engine, I am just curious has anyone had a New engine ordered from Mazda? The shop I asked, says they only install Mazda factory engines, and replace all vaccum lines, gaskets for intake and coolant hoses for around $5500. Does this sound right for this type of installation? (does not include rebuilt turbos, new clutch)

Thanks,
Jon

 

That's a rip-off, drive up to Gotham Racing or Rotary Performance.

 

Rynberg,

Thanks for the alternate sources, I will look into location and give them a call.

Thanks.
Jonny

 

if you are looking to get a reman motor JPR imports is the place to go its in blackwood nj on the pike you cant miss it there is like 15 rx7s in the lot the guys name is jim

 

yeah be careful not to get ripped off. there are some ******** out there =)

 

MazdaRx7engines.com. Built by Atkins rotary, 2395 free shipping and core pick up, enhanced seals, gaskets included. 2 year/ 24,000 warranty. Can't wait to start banging on mine.

 

I would recommand Ray Crowe at Malloy's Mazda if you are planning on just having a regular rebuild. Just buy a reman which is practically the same thing but way cheaper.

 

boostcontrollers.com good quality ones there

 

are you lookin for a stock rebuild or a mild port job or what ever but u got alot of optione here buddy if you want to go fast jim has spme tricks up his sleeve and he wont rip you off dont worry

 

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