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Project - Mazda Factory Race Rx7 S1 (aka Daytona #7)
Hi All
Thought I'd finally share my project from Australia, on the factory built Rx7 race car replica, like the one raced in Daytona 1979 race. Using the MFR components found in the Rx7 Competition Preparation and Service manual. It been a long/hard/costly project so far, with many hours/days/years searching the web for parts. Here are some shot of the cars being tested back in the day, on which my car will be painted with light and dark green striping. https://img62.imageshack.us/img62/26...rx7600x424.jpg https://img231.imageshack.us/img231/...bay424x600.jpg https://img268.imageshack.us/img268/...out424x600.jpg Those cars were powered by the MFR 12a PP engine and using all the MFR parts bin. The list of MFR parts is a long one. Story so far, The Late Loen Prgomet started with my shell and install the new roll cage, rear control arm mounting to suit the longer MFR arms, drivers seat mount with cutting the floor (I'm a tall bastard), fuel tank and exhaust system. Once completed it was off to start the paint and panel. |
Pic's of the cage and floor mod:
https://img163.imageshack.us/img163/4103/019mgf.jpg Back to bare metal.... https://img694.imageshack.us/img694/493/028zj.jpg https://img339.imageshack.us/img339/8450/029hrh.jpg Under coat and flares fit up.... https://img856.imageshack.us/img856/5633/017ox.jpg https://img546.imageshack.us/img546/4770/027dz.jpg https://img94.imageshack.us/img94/9852/030fsc.jpg In Polyester https://img194.imageshack.us/img194/47/045eu.jpg https://img821.imageshack.us/img821/6892/043zj.jpg https://img851.imageshack.us/img851/5254/037mu.jpg https://img694.imageshack.us/img694/7806/039xas.jpg Under car and engine bay in colour Aurora White (WN) https://img27.imageshack.us/img27/5831/049yd.jpg https://img10.imageshack.us/img10/5880/048fid.jpg |
Here's my seat.
https://img21.imageshack.us/img21/8995/016jkb.jpg Painted the cabin area. Flat black as the factory cars. https://img716.imageshack.us/img716/7660/photo2ocu.jpg https://img51.imageshack.us/img51/3340/photo1aqi.jpg https://img546.imageshack.us/img546/9100/photoaen.jpg https://img213.imageshack.us/img213/...aintready3.jpg https://img811.imageshack.us/img811/...aintready2.jpg https://img713.imageshack.us/img713/...aintready1.jpg Well it's painted, body only at this stage. Now for the spoilers, arches and doors, then the Green stripping. https://img210.imageshack.us/img210/...aintedrx71.jpg https://img502.imageshack.us/img502/...aintedrx72.jpg |
Dude this awesome.
I want to make a replica of this car too. :) |
Filling and sanding the spoilers...
The front spoiler will be done, once the cars off the spit. https://img822.imageshack.us/img822/2303/wheelarch.jpg https://img191.imageshack.us/img191/9062/wheelarch1.jpg https://img577.imageshack.us/img577/...earspoiler.jpg https://img828.imageshack.us/img828/...arspoiler1.jpg Here's the pic's, but only a mock up,(keep them off the floor) as still need the new bolts/fixings. Very Happy and the look.....So far https://img249.imageshack.us/img249/...aintedrx79.jpg https://img831.imageshack.us/img831/...aintedrx78.jpg https://img546.imageshack.us/img546/...aintedrx77.jpg https://img580.imageshack.us/img580/...aintedrx76.jpg https://img528.imageshack.us/img528/...aintedrx75.jpg https://img822.imageshack.us/img822/...aintedrx74.jpg https://img809.imageshack.us/img809/...aintedrx73.jpg |
Carrying out the trial fitt of the 14" SSR mk3 rims. Fronts are 8.5 and rear 11, will require new inner and outer rims spun up for the rear ones. The factory cars had 9"s on the front, but the 8.5 will done. (Save a few dollars where you can I guess).
https://img706.imageshack.us/img706/7241/frontwheel.jpg https://img689.imageshack.us/img689/...rwheeljpg1.jpg https://img685.imageshack.us/img685/...rwheeljpg2.jpg https://img31.imageshack.us/img31/2472/rearwheel.jpg Keep you posted...... |
NICE!!! Looking great!
Are the green stripes painted on? or are they vinyl? Do you know the exact color of the stripes? |
Awesome build
Lots of work paying off nicely.
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Very nice project! I have a few videos and pics from sevenstock of that #7 car. I always loved it and originally thought of replicating my car to it, but I passed.
Looking great! Keep it up! |
Very, Very nice, first class all the way. A project like this takes fanatical dedication. You'll definitely be a hit around the vintage racing events.
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wow, i'm impressed! that car is my favorite, AND i've been lucky enough to see it at things like sevenstock, and the monterey historics.
i can tell you that you have the rear floor correct, currently the arms are in the outboard box section, although there are multiple holes. |
Very cool. Nice to see a build with this kind of budget, quality and attention to detail. A true labor of love that makes absolutely no finanical sense, but pushes all the right buttons.
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very nice car!!!!! deff looking forward to seeing the rest of the build
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very impressive project
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Originally Posted by lx_machado
(Post 11043000)
NICE!!! Looking great!
Are the green stripes painted on? or are they vinyl? Do you know the exact color of the stripes? |
Thanks Guys for the kind words, hope to get it off the spit over easter and start the painting of the strips and front spoiler install.
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Wow, awesome build so far. I would love to have some of those parts on my sa.
It will definately be one clean car. |
IMSA SA22C is one of my Favor rx-7. too
so you get every thing from MFR or some thing same spec ? BTW i am building a Track SA22c project . https://www.rx7club.com/naturally-aspirated-performance-forum-220/time-attack-1981-rx-7-m2r-13bpp-build-986577/ |
Originally Posted by diyman25
(Post 11045271)
IMSA SA22C is one of my Favor rx-7. too
so you get every thing from MFR or some thing same spec ? BTW i am building a Track SA22c project . https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=986577 MFR Brake Calipers front and rear MFR Slave cylinder MFR Master cylinder Genuine MFR Cold Air box MFR Rear Trailing arm Top and Bottom } I've made some up MFR Watts Link } MFR Fuel pump MFR Brake Bias MFR 12a Rotors Genuine MFR exhaust System, but do have the muffler MFR Rear Bump Stops Thats about it, from the Rx7 competition prep manual. I'll check out you build up.:nod: |
Awesome looking build! I'll certainly be watching this one :)
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Originally Posted by lloyd12a
(Post 11045368)
Well I've got a big list of Genuine MFR parts, best to just list the ones Im still looking for.....but all NLA from Mazda.
MFR Brake Calipers front and rear MFR Slave cylinder MFR Master cylinder Genuine MFR Cold Air box MFR Rear Trailing arm Top and Bottom } I've made some up MFR Watts Link } MFR Fuel pump MFR Brake Bias MFR 12a Rotors Genuine MFR exhaust System, but do have the muffler MFR Rear Bump Stops Thats about it, from the Rx7 competition prep manual. I'll check out you build up.:nod: one of the wheel bearings was easy, the other is a mystery part, where did you find the wheel hub/rotor? i'd imagine the rotor is some off the shelf bit too |
Where did you source out all of the MFR gear?
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Originally Posted by j9fd3s
(Post 11045600)
i was going to ask about the brake calipers. i wonder if they are originally from another car? i've done a little hunting and have turned up nothing that looks right.
one of the wheel bearings was easy, the other is a mystery part, where did you find the wheel hub/rotor? i'd imagine the rotor is some off the shelf bit too http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/104/mfrreardisk.jpg This is the front disc and Hub http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/8...andhubjpg2.jpg http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/1...diskandhub.jpg http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/4...andhubjpg1.jpg I got these here in Australia, left over from the Moffat Racing program. |
Originally Posted by Redliner223
(Post 11045677)
Where did you source out all of the MFR gear?
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Originally Posted by lloyd12a
(Post 11045946)
Here's a pic of the Rear Disc and looks like Mazda just the rear series 2 (81-82) Rx7 calipers.
http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/104/mfrreardisk.jpg This is the front disc and Hub http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/8...andhubjpg2.jpg http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/1...diskandhub.jpg http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/4...andhubjpg1.jpg I got these here in Australia, left over from the Moffat Racing program. |
Here's a pic of the MFR Brake Duct and MFR Steering Box, has a ratio of 2.7 turns lock to lock. Standard is around 4 turns, make the steering heavy.
http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/2...rbrakeduct.jpg http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/9...teeringbox.jpg |
This build is... SO AWESOME!!!
Keep up the good work, cant wait to see it all done. By far the best looking body styling ever. |
Just an awesome build. If I were to build an FB it would look like this.
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really nice build.
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Dude.
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Today, its off the spit and rolling...... :D
https://img707.imageshack.us/img707/...xenginebay.jpg https://img443.imageshack.us/img443/...7sideshotp.jpg https://img141.imageshack.us/img141/3484/rx7rear.jpg The fuel cap fit. https://img32.imageshack.us/img32/83...earwithcap.jpg Also started on the front today, mounted the bumper amd fixed the series 2 group C spoiler on. Cut away the bumper on the spoiler and now to make it fit/look close the series 1. Pic's to come.... |
I am LOVING this build. :icon_tup:
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Originally Posted by Directfreak
(Post 11048314)
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Started fitting up the later model 81-85 model front spoiler, as I was unable to find a genuine type to suit series 1 (78-80 model). Cut the bumper off the top of the spoiler (as it was a one piece) and some trimming of the sides. The front apron middle section of the genuine one had to be cut. Alittle more trial fitting required and slight mods.......but will look ok.
http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/2...ontspoiler.jpg http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/2...ontspoiler.jpg http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/719...poilerjpg1.jpg http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/8...poilerjpg2.jpg |
bad-ass approach to a bad-ass project! i love it.
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Play around with front spoiler and think this the best position, bit more sharping and undercoat to come. Once I find some nutserts and button head bolts for the flares, fit them up, touch up and then flow coating the car. Then the strips painted on, job done. (body work that is)
https://img803.imageshack.us/img803/...ontendjpg1.jpg https://img834.imageshack.us/img834/...ontspoiler.jpg https://img441.imageshack.us/img441/...poilerjpg1.jpg |
Looking good
Good to see it coming along. Can't wait to see it finished.
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Hey man I was wondering if there is a MFR header or something?
Also what will you be doing to the engine as far as internals, and intake? |
The reason why I ask is because I have some literature from 1978 and they discuss this particular car in there. Only problem is I had it brought to the states from japan, so it's all in Japanese.
If anyone knows Japanese and wants something to do I can send pdf's to have translated. |
Originally Posted by Redliner223
(Post 11131572)
Hey man I was wondering if there is a MFR header or something?
Also what will you be doing to the engine as far as internals, and intake? Check an eye out for the build updates. |
Well the stripes are masked up, after around 10 hours, over a couple of days. Should have them painted by the weeks end, then a rub down with 2000 and flow coat. Plus i've just noticed the window door frame is blackened, so more painting to follow.......
On another note, ive just found out there are (were) MFR strut top #4352 34 390 and MFR wheel studs # 4352 37 165, both NLA anywhere........ https://img69.imageshack.us/img69/4012/rx7n.jpg https://img401.imageshack.us/img401/9611/rx7jpg1.jpg https://img11.imageshack.us/img11/883/rx7jpg2.jpg |
I am seriously freaking impressed that anyone would take this project on.
The amount of time, effort, and money simply cannot be calculated. My hat is off to you sir. |
WOW! :icon_tup:
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This is rely sick :D
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Thanks lloyd for the reply. Do you have any pictures of what the MFR headers looked like?
I'm thinking about putting headers on my '79 and I want a classic race look to them. I must ask where did you find that body kit? |
Originally Posted by Redliner223
(Post 11133650)
Thanks lloyd for the reply. Do you have any pictures of what the MFR headers looked like?
I'm thinking about putting headers on my '79 and I want a classic race look to them. I must ask where did you find that body kit? The body kit is a Australia "Group C" 81-85 kit. |
Originally Posted by lloyd12a
(Post 11133835)
I'm sorry I don't have a pic of the headers. I would say that they were heavy cast iron.
The body kit is a Australia "Group C" 81-85 kit. |
Originally Posted by ixelerate
(Post 11133885)
Where did you happen to acquire the kit?
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