When engines break (with pics)....
08-23-06, 07:36 AM
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lol not much power, sounds damn nice to me.
I'm hoping to get a PFC and get about 230whp on a near stock engine with basic mods for starters, I'm then going to track her and see where I think she needs upping
Have you got any videos of yours on the AutoX/trackdays? There don't seem to be many 7 owners that run their cars hard
ps. Thanks for the tip, I know how to pull a cel code but which is the FP port?
I'm hoping to get a PFC and get about 230whp on a near stock engine with basic mods for starters, I'm then going to track her and see where I think she needs upping
Have you got any videos of yours on the AutoX/trackdays? There don't seem to be many 7 owners that run their cars hard
ps. Thanks for the tip, I know how to pull a cel code but which is the FP port?
Last edited by DS2000; 08-23-06 at 07:49 AM.
08-23-06, 09:33 AM
#278
Originally Posted by DS2000
Have you got any videos of yours on the AutoX/trackdays? There don't seem to be many 7 owners that run their cars hard
He definitely runs hard.
And don't forget Damian: http://www.myrx7.com/movies/
08-23-06, 09:36 AM
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Thanks again, I love seeing the rex being driven properly
I'll be going on track from a very capable FWD Prelude to the rex, wow its going to be different - but I can't wait.
Nice garage btw
I'll be going on track from a very capable FWD Prelude to the rex, wow its going to be different - but I can't wait.
Nice garage btw
10-08-06, 07:52 PM
#280
I had a few people PM me asking what's happening. Well, the past month has basically been all work an no play. My VPN wouldn't connect today (so I couldn't do any real work from home) so I snuck out into the garage for about 2 hours to get back to some work on the car.
In the last month, I purchased a new wiring harness (I don't feel like fighting those wiring gremlins and I should have already done it with the project anyways), Samco radiator hoses (I don't like the fitment on the SS radiator hoses), replacing a few sensors and also picked up a used M2 intake (for some reason I've been digging the intake box look lately).
Before my daughter realized I wasn't in the house and came looking for me, I got in about 1.5 hours of work in and the old wiring harness is out of the car. I spent Friday late night re-wrapping most of the new harness while watching TF&TF3. Oddly enough, the movie was better than I expected. The M2 K&N filters are now cleaned and reoiled. If I don't work a ton of hours tomorrow, I should be able to get the new harness installed after work. Mondays are not usually good days so I'm not really counting on getting back to it until Wednesday but we'll see.
In the last month, I purchased a new wiring harness (I don't feel like fighting those wiring gremlins and I should have already done it with the project anyways), Samco radiator hoses (I don't like the fitment on the SS radiator hoses), replacing a few sensors and also picked up a used M2 intake (for some reason I've been digging the intake box look lately).
Before my daughter realized I wasn't in the house and came looking for me, I got in about 1.5 hours of work in and the old wiring harness is out of the car. I spent Friday late night re-wrapping most of the new harness while watching TF&TF3. Oddly enough, the movie was better than I expected.
The M2 K&N filters are now cleaned and reoiled. If I don't work a ton of hours tomorrow, I should be able to get the new harness installed after work. Mondays are not usually good days so I'm not really counting on getting back to it until Wednesday but we'll see.
10-09-06, 05:48 AM
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Thanks !! Now you've us all wanting a new wiring harness. I know I wish I had one! I heard Ray is running a sale that includes a good price on new harnesses. That's good news though and I love my M2 airbox!
Looking forward to more updates!
Terry7
Looking forward to more updates!
Terry7
10-10-06, 02:08 AM
#282
Originally Posted by Mahjik
I spent Friday late night re-wrapping most of the new harness while watching TF&TF3. Oddly enough, the movie was better than I expected.
10-10-06, 02:48 PM
#283
Wow...my eyes hurt from reading all this... Well great job...When my engine goes I will be looking for options over my current setup... I like some things you did and will be keeping those in mind...Finances is my biggest hurdle...I'm crossing my finger and hoping that this engine lasts for the extent of my schooling--after that financing should be about 3 times better!! Good luck with working the bugs out!
Marshall
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12-02-06, 11:57 AM
#284
Originally Posted by Mahjik
Yes, the setup is:
* oil pan baffle plate
* oil pan brace
* Moroso oil pan studs
The studs were a little too long to get all that stuff on there (when you are manuvering around the oil pickup line) so I ended up cutting off about 1/4" off each one. Other than that, it was really nice not having to worry about lining up the bolt holes with the pan sealant ready to go.
Did you use studs to replace the engine mount bolts also?
12-02-06, 12:12 PM
#285
Originally Posted by Mahjik
. You know, when I knew it was blown I couldn't even be mad. I knew it was going to happen sooner or later. I think deep down I wanted it to happen so I could have an excuse to do the things I wanted to to do.
ahh, spoken like a true rotary owner! we know what to expect!
12-02-06, 01:03 PM
#286
Originally Posted by HDP
Did you use studs to replace the engine mount bolts also?
I will defintely look into that for the next time I have to rebuild or replace an engine.I did have to source my own longer engine mount bolts.
12-13-06, 10:03 PM
#287
Originally Posted by Mahjik
Yes, the setup is:
* oil pan baffle plate
* oil pan brace
* Moroso oil pan studs
The studs were a little too long to get all that stuff on there (when you are manuvering around the oil pickup line) so I ended up cutting off about 1/4" off each one. Other than that, it was really nice not having to worry about lining up the bolt holes with the pan sealant ready to go.
* oil pan baffle plate
* oil pan brace
* Moroso oil pan studs
The studs were a little too long to get all that stuff on there (when you are manuvering around the oil pickup line) so I ended up cutting off about 1/4" off each one. Other than that, it was really nice not having to worry about lining up the bolt holes with the pan sealant ready to go.
14mm x 7mm ends, 24mm total length. Fits PERFECT with no cutting but I will probably buy some larger washers or get flanged nuts.
Last edited by HDP; 12-13-06 at 10:27 PM.
12-14-06, 08:03 AM
#288
Originally Posted by HDP
Look what I found...
14mm x 7mm ends, 24mm total length. Fits PERFECT with no cutting but I will probably buy some larger washers or get flanged nuts.
14mm x 7mm ends, 24mm total length. Fits PERFECT with no cutting but I will probably buy some larger washers or get flanged nuts.
All in all, I wasn't disappointed with the Moroso kit. It just needed a little extra work but it was short work with the cut-off disc.
12-14-06, 08:16 AM
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Ever consider using water+meth injection?
If a clean engine that runs cool is what you're after, that's how us Supra guys do it. I tore down a meth injected engine and I could not believe how clean it was. You could make pancakes on it.
Anyways, just a thought! Sorry if it was mentioned before.
PS: Your car rules.
If a clean engine that runs cool is what you're after, that's how us Supra guys do it. I tore down a meth injected engine and I could not believe how clean it was. You could make pancakes on it.
Anyways, just a thought! Sorry if it was mentioned before.
PS: Your car rules.
12-14-06, 08:16 AM
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The Moroso stud kit actually has hex "holes" in the head of the studs so you can torque them home with an Allen wrench, which is VERY nice. They also have flanged, serrated nuts, which is the way to go. Considering the price is VERY reasonable, I think it's a solid way to go - the kit is like $19 if memory serves.
Dale
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12-14-06, 09:27 AM
#291
Originally Posted by psychot|K
Ever consider using water+meth injection?
If a clean engine that runs cool is what you're after, that's how us Supra guys do it. I tore down a meth injected engine and I could not believe how clean it was. You could make pancakes on it.
Anyways, just a thought! Sorry if it was mentioned before.
If a clean engine that runs cool is what you're after, that's how us Supra guys do it. I tore down a meth injected engine and I could not believe how clean it was. You could make pancakes on it.
Anyways, just a thought! Sorry if it was mentioned before.
Originally Posted by psychot|K
PS: Your car rules.
12-14-06, 09:28 AM
#292
Originally Posted by DaleClark
The Moroso stud kit actually has hex "holes" in the head of the studs so you can torque them home with an Allen wrench, which is VERY nice. They also have flanged, serrated nuts, which is the way to go. Considering the price is VERY reasonable, I think it's a solid way to go - the kit is like $19 if memory serves.
Dale
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12-14-06, 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Mahjik
I doubt I'll be running any of the AI systems. Most of my build up I can attribute to "not knowing what to do" with the car when I originally got it. I've had the car for a long time, but really didn't know anything about cars (other than they needed gas to go) for most of that time. I'm sure a lot of my build up was from running the wrong oils in the car as well as a lot of other "I should had know better" problems.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Well you should consider it.
1) It's cheap
2) It lowers or eliminates knock on pump gas
3) It will allow you to run more boost without fear of knock (Most people get away with 26psi on pump gas, if you ever decide to go single that is)
4) It lowers temperatures (A good thing for RX-7's from what I understand)
5) Cleans the engine
6) Cool factor, you get to say 'Yea... I'm on meth"
12-14-06, 12:17 PM
#296
Originally Posted by psychot|K
Well you should consider it.
1) It's cheap
2) It lowers or eliminates knock on pump gas
3) It will allow you to run more boost without fear of knock (Most people get away with 26psi on pump gas, if you ever decide to go single that is)
4) It lowers temperatures (A good thing for RX-7's from what I understand)
5) Cleans the engine
6) Cool factor, you get to say 'Yea... I'm on meth"
1) It's cheap
2) It lowers or eliminates knock on pump gas
3) It will allow you to run more boost without fear of knock (Most people get away with 26psi on pump gas, if you ever decide to go single that is)
4) It lowers temperatures (A good thing for RX-7's from what I understand)
5) Cleans the engine
6) Cool factor, you get to say 'Yea... I'm on meth"
12-14-06, 12:41 PM
#298
Originally Posted by DamonB
*checking first post in thread*
You've been FD-less since September '04? 2007 comes in a couple weeks. Get to work!
You've been FD-less since September '04? 2007 comes in a couple weeks. Get to work!
I hear it from the wife, yet I don't get allowed time to do any work on it. 
It looks like the Christmas shopping is done so I can get the new harness and other stuff installed this weekend. And to boot, we have 60 degree weather here during winter right now. Not that it matters as the lovely garage heater can keep the garage over 60 degrees inside no matter hold cold it is outside.
12-14-06, 01:55 PM
#300
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Originally Posted by Mahjik
Yea, you aren't the only one mentioning that. I hear it from the wife, yet I don't get allowed time to do any work on it.
I hear it from the wife, yet I don't get allowed time to do any work on it. Honey, you want me to be HAPPY right? You and our beautiful daughter deserve a happy Daddy