1993 CYM "modernization"
Hey all,
I've been a lurker here for 10+ years, so I figure it's about time to contribute something useful. What started out as a stereo upgrade on my 1993 CYM has become a full blown resto-mod. This is my second RX-7. I had an 81 with a 12a way back in the 90's, got out of the game for almost 20 years, but now I'm back. I've owned this car for about 3 years now and added about 1200 miles to the odometer. My plans for this build are to: Restore the interior All panels will be covered with Alcantara. Gauge Cluster updated with custom Speedhut gauges + some integrated electronic devices. 3 gauge pod in center speaker location. - Speedhut and Innovate Motorsports gauges Replace old Momo steering wheel with undecided. All plastics are a mixture of new parts and decent shape parts. Everything will be restored. Attempting to locate OEM carper in black. Seats undecided. Wiring and Electronics Removal of all the wiring in the car (tail lights to headlights) Infinitybox (formerly Isis Power) 20 circuit harness kit. New ECU harness when I decide what ECU I want to run. Hot Water Labs Sleek headlights Car Shop Glow tails and center Replace all bulbs with LEDs Kenwood Double DIN headunit with navigation and Internet access. Maybe a sub enclosure (I never really listen to music in my FD). Exterior Leaning towards a Rocket Bunny kit, Haven't seen a CYM one yet. Wheels undecided Under the hood Current setup large street port with BNR twins. Most likely I'll be going single turbo unless I find a good deal on a 20B, but that's a project for next year. Either way I'll be doing the following ABS delete A/C delete Shave and wire tuck. I'll be posting pics along the way. I'm already about a month into it, so some of what I post initially has already happened. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...3b604af738.jpg -Steve |
Fron this
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...d6383cbb88.jpg To this https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...46d2e0bf2b.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...c16dd48ac2.jpg Almost done with pulling the wires. The new setup doesn't arrive for another three weeks, so I have a little time. |
Interested in seeing how your interior plan comes out. I'm going through my own interior restoration right now, using a mix of tan/black pieces (I feel like I'm one of the few who actually like the tan interior, but my seats are torn so I'm replacing them with black Corbeaus).
What color suede are you thinking of using? What color is your carpet? |
Originally Posted by mjc1055
(Post 11926148)
Interested in seeing how your interior plan comes out. I'm going through my own interior restoration right now, using a mix of tan/black pieces (I feel like I'm one of the few who actually like the tan interior, but my seats are torn so I'm replacing them with black Corbeaus).
What color suede are you thinking of using? What color is your carpet? Black Alcantara with some yellow stitching on the dash and door cards Black textured on the cluster along with the wrap around from the door to the center tunnel. Vents and all other plastic will be flat black (I may end up changing the last part if I don't like the look. Here are a few of the panels that are already done. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...6f84a5000c.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...776767bde3.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...0a35d07f7e.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...287644458b.jpg |
I would just try to clean the carpet, but there's a big square cut out under the passenger seat. I think I may have had the car for two years before I found it. haha
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That looks great! Are you going to do the dash yourself?
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Originally Posted by mjc1055
(Post 11926155)
That looks great! Are you going to do the dash yourself?
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Originally Posted by mjc1055
(Post 11926148)
I feel like I'm one of the few who actually like the tan interior, but my seats are torn so I'm replacing them with black Corbeaus
OP, anymore picture of that CYM? Haven't seen a lot of CYM photo lately. |
If I'm in the garage, she's in the garage. She loves it.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...0194fafca7.jpg |
Originally Posted by ZE Power MX6
(Post 11926157)
^ Nah you are not the only one, I love my BB with clean tan interior.
OP, anymore picture of that CYM? Haven't seen a lot of CYM photo lately. Removing the old Sakebomb HID kit. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...59fd83af91.jpg |
I decided to just keep going.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...f7cf93c723.jpg |
Old look
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...2a74b27439.jpg Current look https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...6be0bdcbad.jpg Luckily, I don't live too far from Malloy Mazda. |
Nice project, will keep an eye out. Are you selling the sake bomb HIDs?
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Originally Posted by 7_rocket
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Nice project, will keep an eye out. Are you selling the sake bomb HIDs?
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Not my cluster, but it will look something like this with some additional electronics molded in on the sides.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...670881919f.jpg |
I'm in VA and may have a na 20b set up for sale shortly if you want to go that route...
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Originally Posted by Mdessouki
(Post 11926901)
I'm in VA and may have a na 20b set up for sale shortly if you want to go that route...
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Originally Posted by DgtlWar
(Post 11926329)
Not my cluster, but it will look something like this with some additional electronics molded in on the sides.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...670881919f.jpg Thx |
Looks like it's going to be a good build!
I'm in :ylsuper: -Subscribed |
Originally Posted by RCCAZ 1
(Post 11926924)
BTW, who's cluster is that? Very cool. Would love to see more details as to how they fabbed it up.
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Originally Posted by ZE Power MX6
(Post 11926930)
Check out Boardfield Customs, he does custom fit Speedhut cluster.
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Originally Posted by DgtlWar
(Post 11926947)
Yes, Broadfield Customs is doing my cluster. This one isn't mine, but I'm using the same color scheme with a couple twists.
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Originally Posted by Flying_solo
(Post 11926989)
OK, I'll bite because that cluster looks awesome. What's the ballpark for something like that?
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While I wait for them to arrive, I'm trying to figure out where to mount these. I'm thinking the Master cell can go in the driver side kick panel because everything has been removed from that location. Front cell could go under the drivers side head light, since the flip up frame is gone. These things are a lot bigger than they look in the photo, so I'm not sure where to mount the rear one.
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Does anyone have experience with any of the aftermarket carpet companies? Or anyone want to sell me their good to great condition black carpet?
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