nz-fd3s

How do you guys service and take care of your rx7s?
I had my 7 for almost a year now and i bought it all modified with single turbo, big injectors ecu etc...and and i feel i should do more caring but dont know how to care..
All i did was engine oil change every 5000km but what do you do when you actually service it? Everyones saying regular service is algud but what is it specifically..?
Also this is my second car and i use it only in the weekends and one of the 7 owner told me to empty the petrol in the engine if im not gona use it for like 5days by cutting the fuel and just turning it over.. does anyone actually do this?

And last! my car leaks oil..which i heard is common in rotary from seller but is it?

4CN A1R

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coolant flush/change once a year at least

regular services like checking belts and what not, the basics.

and its not normal to leak oil

Sgtblue

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I'm not a mechanic, but grew up around cars and enjoy it...up to a point. When something is wrong, I start by trying to diagnose the problem. To do that I turn to the Factory Service Manual (FST) and this forum.
That's a start, just build on it. Plugs, brake pads, coolant flush, belts, changing transmission and gear oil. Fixing squeaks, rattles etc. All will teach you a little more about the car. But knowing when something is beyond your abilities is vital too. We all learned to walk before we learned to run. I'm maybe up to a slow jog after 7+ years of ownership.
Another good thing. The FD is over 15 years old and was finicky when new. I think it's worth the hassle, but having to depend on it to get to work takes alot of the fun out of ownership IMO.
As for issues after only 5 days of parking, there should be none. Maybe it's a little different for a single with fuel mods, but I have a friend that has a highly modified single and I don't think he does anything special either. At any rate I take no special precautions with mine (bolt-ons and PFC) and it's frequently parked much longer. Up to 6 months during the winter. For several days I do nothing. For a fewl weeks, I unhook the battery. For a few months I do other things that probably don't concern you in this thread.
It's not normal, but not uncommon either. First thing to do is try to determine where it's leaking. Most common source is an oil pan leak due to the "sandwich" nature of the rotary block. For a novice DIY'er, it's a big job to re-seal, but not really technically difficult IMO. Search for more info using terms like "oil leak" or "oil pan" under titles only and see what you get.

These cars are pretty unique in a number of ways. Because of that, owners usually are pretty good about sharing knowledge and experience. Networking with those in your area can be a huge help. And having a few bucks in the bank and the number to a rotary specialty shop when all else fails is a good thing too.

nz-fd3s

Wow, thx alot for that. These cars are really interesting, it runs happy for few month then suddenly the car stalls and i cant start it up. Later found out its some crank sensor or watever they r called...then its all fine again and next thing breaks down..i was afraid if im not doing proper maintanence.
I find that its not much the engine but other little things that go wrong in my car and they cost alooooootttttt of money when added up. I scared to drive everyday as it would be crazy if my car stalled in middle of a hill or something and i had no control of my car....all these things convince me to sell this car and get a normal car but interesting someone had it for 7 years...thats amazing

fc3si

well, it's always good to start with a problematic car, just because the sooner you learn something the longer it sticks.

i'm only 21 and i've been through 34 cars.

and don't get me wrong, i have NO money, i just hustle and get broken cars for free and fix them.

i'm sure your owners manual should have a maintanence schedule.
if not, get one from your local mazda dealer.

i'm not afraid to jump into ANY situation with ANY car, because in reality if you are good at reading directions and you can turn a wrench you can do anything (i'm not liable if you mess anything up.)

i've built drag/drift/boost/spray almost anything you can think of.

GASnGO fd

just keep it well serviced and enjoy the fd mate,dont stress about it.they are awe some cars.

rx7rcer09

3lbs of c4 up the tail pipe and watch your wallet refill it self. ha

i generally do oil changes ever 1000-1500 miles, rad flush once a year, doing my transmission and rear diff fluid this winter. and i check all fuses and hoses once in a while.

nz-fd3s

The problem with my car is that it stalls so randomly at idle and it gets so stressing. Its algud on track but driving it in traffic is so intense. i tried so many mechanics to fix this problem but everyone says its just how they are.
Some guys said its got bad tuning and said i should get a different ecu and tune it agian so im saving money again but i wonder if its the right thing to do when i know il never get that money back..

Finster

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Save yourself a big headache and read all the FAQ's and Sticky's on this forum. Otherwise you are gonna throw alot more money at this car unnecessarily.
Education is a must

Sgtblue

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I've personally never had an issue with the crank angle sensors on my FD. But I have had them go bad on my wife's Northstar V8. As you've descibed it would randomly stall, as if you just turned off the ignition key. IF that is your problem, I don't think the sensors are all that difficult to access and change out. Download the FSM from the stickys at the top of this section and do a little research. You might surprise yourself.