It won't be NPT, but likely BSPT / BSP. They are somewhat similar, but different enough that using one on the other may result in a leak.

 

No problem, and I see what you mean about the slight difference.

Let me know how they fit

 

The hex screw on mine actually pretty tight toward the last few threads, and that's without tape. Also, the drain plug use the same type of thread, and they use a screw with an o-ring, perhaps we can do the same with the bleeder?

 

My experience with pipe thread is, it gets REALLY tight quickly.. these didn't really feel that way, it's sort of a gradual tightening, even with tape. I'm not inclined to crank on it and strip the aluminum.

I guess in absence of any more sound experience, I'll just have to fill it and see what happens. I'm going to be really pissed off if as soon as it gets hot I get three little jets of coolant everywhere.

 

So we have to drill into this radiator to provide mounting holes for the fan assembly?

 

Also I didn't realize that this kit came with a P/S return cooler line.. I actually went and purchased a brand new one.

 

No, you don't need to drill anything for the fans. Everything goes together great. They tell you to drill a small hole to zip tie one of the side shields for the radiator. I wouldn't bother, it's already held in by two bolts.

 

So far so good. No leaks, just getting the coolant system burped.

 

Looks good! So did you just tape the hex screw and screw them in all the way?

 

I put pipe tape on them and screwed them in as much as I dared to. They aren't as tight as I could get them even with the short end of the Allen wrench, but I didn't want to strip anything.

 

Right, that's what I did, I would be interested to see how well yours hold up after some driving.

 

Looking good chief.

I see you didn't want to use the greddy silicon parts either

 

I didn't either, I got my couplers and spring loaded t-bolt clamps from MBS.

 

I would have been happy to use the greddy stuff but for the color. I'd have no way to match it with other hoses. I even like baby blue, but nobody else makes it.

 

Did anyone have any missing pieces to the 99 spec greddy kit from sakebomb? Looks like im missing the pipe that goes from the output of the radiator to the input of the thermostat housing. The one where you have to cut your existing hose in half.
Nevermore. . Pictures threw off the actual size of it.. found it in a small box

 

The extra bungs in the radiator are for temperature sensors. I never had an issue plugging them with the provided hardware and Teflon paste. The stock fans bolt right on.

The Japanese AC condenser is different. It takes minor modification of the mounting brackets to make it work. Cut off the bottom passenger tab on the condenser. Re-drill holes where you need them. I've installed about 2 dozen of these kits and its not too difficult to make the ac work.

 

Twas the colour for me too, I want black couplers as I'm tempted to do this under the bonnet

https://www.rx7club.com/attachments/...-7670-fd3s.jpg

Shiny isn't really my bag

 

I wouldn't recommend using that clear silicone tubing Greddy provides for coolant. Its not reinforced or rated for pressure.

 

Thanks, good info

 

I took the opportunity while this was apart to swap out all coolant hoses, either with the HPS full molded silicone set, or with reinforced silicone heater hose. Both HPS and Vibrant sell it. Zero rubber left. I also bypassed the throttle body and eliminated the separate AST with the integrated AST/Filler neck, and made sure every hose clamp was the right size/same brand for easier time working on it.

I used the foam that came with it, plus some more I had, plus a little extra carbon fiber and bulb sealer to maker shields so the radiator and the drivers side are 100% sealed, and still easy to take apart and work on.

I've got an idea to widen the M2 carbon fiber intake box I have leftover to make a truly sealed/ducted cola air intake.

 

Didn't install one of the ducting plates. Felt the intakes could use some airflow as well. Also didn't install the a/c compressor since the provided aluminum brackets but after readying some posts it shouldn't be too hard.

 

Looking good. Here is a pic of a recent build ee completed. We ended up shifting the intercooler over slightly to make room for the smaller PC680 battery.

 

^ Nice, that hood prop needs to go tho.

 

It's no longer there. Hood struts are now installed.

 

That's a fantastic looking engine bay.