From N/A to Turbo: My new Turbo II
#27
Just picked up these guys brand new from 87GTR
I have a slight problem though. I went to install them today, and they do not match up with the side indicator housing. The screw holes are completely different. Anyone know if there is a specific housing for these guys?
I have a slight problem though. I went to install them today, and they do not match up with the side indicator housing. The screw holes are completely different. Anyone know if there is a specific housing for these guys?
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but could it be because they're from an s4? Different side molding? (I'm a noob) Very clean car by the way, love the turbo timer setup.
Edit: Nevermind...I read it wrong. I thought you said you got them from a 87 gtr lol. Not from a user.
Edit: Nevermind...I read it wrong. I thought you said you got them from a 87 gtr lol. Not from a user.
Last edited by Ignoramus; 10-22-10 at 06:20 PM.
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Summer is beginning to come around, so it's time for an update! It's not a big one, but more will come soon. I told myself this summer I'd be venturing out to find a nice turbo-back exhaust. I had previously owned a Racing Beat Cat-back, Racing Beat header, and Bonez High-flow cat on my first N/A RX-7, which sounded great but I wanted something a little different.
I then purchased an old school Blitz Realize Turbo-back Exhaust system from Hurleysurf24. It only needed a little TLC as the exhaust had some oxidization and dirt on it, so I gave it a good wet-sand, polish, and high-heat paint on the piping to bring it back to an almost-new finish!
Comments welcome, and thanks for looking!
I then purchased an old school Blitz Realize Turbo-back Exhaust system from Hurleysurf24. It only needed a little TLC as the exhaust had some oxidization and dirt on it, so I gave it a good wet-sand, polish, and high-heat paint on the piping to bring it back to an almost-new finish!
Comments welcome, and thanks for looking!
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http://shop.jklre.com/products/fcs5-t2lip
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If you decide to go with a replica, I'd recommend JKL Racing, their fitment is pretty spot on. Not too pricey and definitely worth it for the quality of the lip. Mine has gone through hell and back, and only has a few dings. So I'd actually recommend this over factory, their material is better and should last alot longer than a real plastic one.
http://shop.jklre.com/products/fcs5-t2lip
http://shop.jklre.com/products/fcs5-t2lip
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#48
Alrighty, so now it's time for a little larger update.
I'm currently waiting for my high-flow cat to come in, but in the mean time some more goodies have come into play. First off, I wasn't originally going to be going too crazy with this car. But as time goes on and the more and more I learn, the more I'd like to do haha!
As far as cosmetically, plans have not changed. I still intend on the body being 100% original with the exception of new paint and an OEM TII lip. Interior wise, the trend was to keep it as original as the exterior, but I recently went to Mazda to order a new Momo horn cover, and they no longer exist. So, I needed to find something which was classy and not too "racey."
I found this guy on ebay, it was stated to be used but there isn't a scuff or mark on it!
Now, because I will be doing minor power modifications, the biggest thing I've been keeping in mind is making sure sufficient fuel is being supplied at all times. So, I picked up a Rotary Performance (RX7.com) Fuel Ratio Monitor and a new O2 Sensor.
Now, other than upgrading my fuel pump (haven't yet, but it's on the to-do list), I've been looking and different ECU upgrades etc. to ensure I'm using the correct amount of fuel for my set-up.
Brand New In Box HKS PFC FCON, I know a lot of people sells these used for cheap, but I've personally never had good luck with used electronics, so I purchased this new through Vivid Racing.
Next on the docket is a set of New R-Magic Motor and Tranny Mounts. Picked these up some time ago through Tony (87GTR) but never got around to posting them.
Hopefully within the next few weeks, I'll have an update with a good deal of this stuff on the car, thanks for looking and comments are always welcome!
Adam C.
I'm currently waiting for my high-flow cat to come in, but in the mean time some more goodies have come into play. First off, I wasn't originally going to be going too crazy with this car. But as time goes on and the more and more I learn, the more I'd like to do haha!
As far as cosmetically, plans have not changed. I still intend on the body being 100% original with the exception of new paint and an OEM TII lip. Interior wise, the trend was to keep it as original as the exterior, but I recently went to Mazda to order a new Momo horn cover, and they no longer exist. So, I needed to find something which was classy and not too "racey."
I found this guy on ebay, it was stated to be used but there isn't a scuff or mark on it!
Now, because I will be doing minor power modifications, the biggest thing I've been keeping in mind is making sure sufficient fuel is being supplied at all times. So, I picked up a Rotary Performance (RX7.com) Fuel Ratio Monitor and a new O2 Sensor.
Now, other than upgrading my fuel pump (haven't yet, but it's on the to-do list), I've been looking and different ECU upgrades etc. to ensure I'm using the correct amount of fuel for my set-up.
Brand New In Box HKS PFC FCON, I know a lot of people sells these used for cheap, but I've personally never had good luck with used electronics, so I purchased this new through Vivid Racing.
Next on the docket is a set of New R-Magic Motor and Tranny Mounts. Picked these up some time ago through Tony (87GTR) but never got around to posting them.
Hopefully within the next few weeks, I'll have an update with a good deal of this stuff on the car, thanks for looking and comments are always welcome!
Adam C.