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Old 01-03-09, 03:29 AM
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The $35k+ build

So I'm getting the engine rebuilt and I started listing the things I want to get upgraded and decided to make a list, it doesnt include the stuff I already have done. This is my wishlist basically with prices... alot of the engine stuff pricing is good seeing as how thats the what Im getting done now.
Total: $35,621 and only the labor for the engine and turbo is included.

ENGINE:
-Performance engine build with tune $5500.00
-Clean engine bay ie. new wiring harness, polished parts ect. $1200.00

TURBO :
-GT4094R $1699.00
-HKS Manifold $899.00
-Synapse 50mm $399.00

INTERCOOLER:
-Vmount intercooler set w/koyo rad. 1399.00

INTAKE COOLING ADDON:
-FJO Water/Alky injection kit w/ gauges and FJO W/B sensor $1200.00

FUEL SYSTEM:
-CJ Motorsports FD RX7 Stage 1 Fuel System (1680cc/850ccInjectors) $1050.00
-CJ Motorsports Twin Walbro Fuel Pump Assembly $315.00
-2x Walbro fuel pumps 2x $110.00

TRANSMISSION:
-ACT Prolite Flywheel $265.00
-Counterweight $125.00

BRAKES:
-Brembo $2950.00

SUSPENSION:
-HKS Hipermax RS Coilovers $1800.00

INTERIOR :
-Front seats professionally covered $700.00
-Rear seat conversion kit $900.00
-Brushed Aluminum Console and door panel covers $450.00
-Keyless remote setup $300.00
-Carbon Fiber cover dashboard and rear panels $1000.00
-New Carpet $1200.00
-Sound System $2000.00
-Misc $2000.00, cause you never know.

EXTERIOR:
-CF Doors $1760.00 ouch
-CF Trunk $675.00
-New Door Handles +labor $250.00
-CF door corner (handle/lock) panel $200.00
-Aggressive Headlights 800.00
-Aggressive front bumper $600.00
-Apex style side skirts $640.00
-CF rear diffuser $550.00
-Re-amimya Fender side mirrors $700.00
-Misc $2000.00

Its gonna take a few years.......
Old 01-03-09, 04:53 AM
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not to be a dick but whats the point of this thread? it honestly just sounds like a wish list......

maybe state what the current state of your car is in? more background info rather then just telling us all the stuff you want? possibly some pics?


and new carpet does not cost 1200.
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Lol
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Originally Posted by muibubbles
not to be a dick but whats the point of this thread? it honestly just sounds like a wish list......
That, and most FD owners spend more than $35k on their cars over the course of ownership. They aren't called money pits for nothing

Good luck with the build, Clark.
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I've seen quite a few "wish lists" here on the forum over the years. Never seen one actually happen though...
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You looking for savings?

1. Get a turbo kit instead of piecing it together—you'll pay more than you list for all the "little stuff"

2. Save $1k on StopTech brakes

3. Lose the CF/AL interior junk, and pick up some nice used seats

4. Lose the CF doors unless if this is a street car

5. You still need a clutch.
Old 01-03-09, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Mahjik
I've seen quite a few "wish lists" here on the forum over the years. Never seen one actually happen though...


Mahjik, you should know that the ones that actually do come to fruition are not usually advertised on this forum.
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while you were daydreaming you left out several thousand $$$ for paint...
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Originally Posted by habu2
while you were daydreaming you left out several thousand $$$ for paint...
It's much cooler to leave your carbon fiber unpainted. Like a Race car! Yeah!
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Alot of those non performance mods are too expensive. I dont know where you got those prices from.

But nice pipe dream man.
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And what the hell is Misc. $2000 each for interior and exterior? How do you even put a price there if you have no idea what the **** it's for?
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Bosch and Denso Fuel pumps > Walbro. Invest more in fuel pumps.

All the engine work, and stock exhaust and downpipe? Throw a full titanium exhaust and a downpipe in. Thats another 2000 dollars.

What about engine management and vital signs monitoring? 1000-3000 dollars for good engine management + tuning (Power FC, HKS V PRO, Motec, AEM).

You need a nice twin plate or triple plate clutch if you plan on beating on more than 450-500 horsepower consistently. Thats another 1000 dollars.

What about oil coolers? Add 900 for twin setrab 25 rows.

Headlights will cost over 1300 for "aggressive headlights" that are not crappy EVO-Rs.

Suspension is there, but what about control arm, roll center, tie rod and other modifications you need to REALLY improve the car as a whole? Add cash for that. I am sure you will want more than Hipermax RSs for a racecar. Shoot for some Hipermax III Circuit suspension with some custom Swift springs (spring rates). Nothing but the best right?

What about wheels? Aggressive fitting wheels for good looks and running wide *** tires. 3500 dollars + Nice tires (1000 dollars).

If you are going to really track the car and use all the body panels, you will need a full cage with door bars as this is probably a 14 year old chassis regardless of miles and aftermarket doors wont protect you in a crash. If it's just a street car, then ignore and use stock doors and no need for cage.

Gonna do carbon hatch? What about dry carbon drop vent hood to even it out and cool the engine bay?

You forgot to add 800 bucks - 1000 dollars for a good 1.5 to 2 way LSD if you are going to race the car. Either way you need a backup right?

In other words, it's going to take more than 35,000. Try 45,000 - 50,000 + for a full all out build. Always round up for parts and builds. Never down. But, if you are serious and actually focus and get stuff knocked away and not waste money on other crap. You can get it done in 4 years or so depending on your income.

I am not talking down, just telling you to go for it, if you really want to do a crazy *** build. Stuff for Rx7s is always more expensive than GT-Rs so i am sure you could get it done much faster than the stuff i have planned for my car.
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Originally Posted by Miata_mx5
Bosch and Denso Fuel pumps > Walbro. Invest more in fuel pumps.

All the engine work, and stock exhaust and downpipe? Throw a full titanium exhaust and a downpipe in. Thats another 2000 dollars.

What about engine management and vital signs monitoring? 1000-3000 dollars for good engine management + tuning (Power FC, HKS V PRO, Motec, AEM).

You need a nice twin plate or triple plate clutch if you plan on beating on more than 450-500 horsepower consistently. Thats another 1000 dollars.

What about oil coolers? Add 900 for twin setrab 25 rows.

Headlights will cost over 1300 for "aggressive headlights" that are not crappy EVO-Rs.

Suspension is there, but what about control arm, roll center, tie rod and other modifications you need to REALLY improve the car as a whole? Add cash for that.

If you are going to really track the car and use all the body panels, you will need a full cage with door bars as this is probably a 14 year old chassis regardless of miles and aftermarket doors wont protect you in a crash. If it's just a street car, then ignore and use stock doors and no need for cage.

Gonna do carbon hatch? What about dry carbon hood to even it out?

You forgot to add 800 bucks - 1000 dollars for a good 1.5 to 2 way LSD if you are going to race the car. Either way you need a backup right?

In other words, it's going to take more than 35,000. Try 45,000 + for a full all out build. Always round up for parts and builds. Never down.

LOL damn you just laid it out there for him huh?

As if 35k for the build wasnt too much to begin with LMAO
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Originally Posted by Miata_mx5
Bosch and Denso Fuel pumps > Walbro. Invest more in fuel pumps.

All the engine work, and stock exhaust and downpipe? Throw a full titanium exhaust and a downpipe in. Thats another 2000 dollars.

What about engine management and vital signs monitoring? 1000-3000 dollars for good engine management + tuning (Power FC, HKS V PRO, Motec, AEM).

You need a nice twin plate or triple plate clutch if you plan on beating on more than 450-500 horsepower consistently. Thats another 1000 dollars.

What about oil coolers? Add 900 for twin setrab 25 rows.

Headlights will cost over 1300 for "aggressive headlights" that are not crappy EVO-Rs.

Suspension is there, but what about control arm, roll center, tie rod and other modifications you need to REALLY improve the car as a whole? Add cash for that.
If you are going to really track the car and use all the body panels, you will need a full cage with door bars as this is probably a 14 year old chassis regardless of miles and aftermarket doors wont protect you in a crash. If it's just a street car, then ignore and use stock doors and no need for cage.

Gonna do carbon hatch? What about dry carbon hood to even it out?

You forgot to add 800 bucks - 1000 dollars for a good 1.5 to 2 way LSD if you are going to race the car. Either way you need a backup right?

In other words, it's going to take more than 35,000. Try 45,000 + for a full all out build. Always round up for parts and builds. Never down.
and what about shocks
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Trying to keep how much money you spend on your car a secret from your girlfriend. PRICELESS

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Maybe he forgot some items? Relax guys, the internet is serious business I tell ya
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Originally Posted by 1QWIK7
LOL damn you just laid it out there for him huh?

As if 35k for the build wasnt too much to begin with LMAO
I edited some of the stuff too.

I am a loser, so i sat down and priced exactly what it will take to get my car where i want it in 5 years. I filled up 3-4 sheets of paper with scribble and a lot of numbers.

It wasn't pretty and it was more than 35,000
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Originally Posted by runscrappy_FC3S
and what about shocks
The OP had coilovers on his list.
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Originally Posted by jacobcartmill
this thread is dumb
i'm dumb
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Some one should probably delete this thread.
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Originally Posted by str8ryd
Mahjik, you should know that the ones that actually do come to fruition are not usually advertised on this forum.
Truth.
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If people didnt make threads like this what would half you grumpy old men have to bitch about on here?
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where is the 3 rotor? ceramic seals?

why HKS Hipermax RS Coilovers? should go with ohlins 3 ways.


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