Hi all;

I am a pilot and flight instructor; my RX7 is my second (fun) car. My other vehicle is a 94 Pontiac Bonneville.

My RX7 is a 1986 'base' model which has been (and continues to be) extensively reworked since I acquired it in 1997.

Work/mods/upgrades to date:
Rebuit engine (Atkins rotary)
Rebuilt transmission (Pop's transmissions)
High performance anti-sway bars (Suspension Technologies)
Struts by Tokico
Progressive springs with 3/4" lowering by Tokico
Front bushings by Energy Suspension
17" wheels (American Racing)
245 x 17 tires
Power steering (car did not come with it)
Grant steering wheel
Short shifter (Mazdatrix)
Shift **** (Momo)
Custom grey leather interior
K&N performance intake
Air horns
Taillights & mirrors from an '89
Painted 'give me a ticket' red uising the 89-91 scheme

Latest project:
Alarm (Black Widow w/special modifications)
Power door locks

I do the lighter work myself, and farm out the heavy stuff.

 

Well, that covers the car rather well, but what's the name? What made you pick up the FC in the first place? Inquiring minds need to know!

Mario III

 

Gene

I chose the car for a couple of reasons: I am an engineer, and I have always admired the technology of the rotary engine. I also like the way it runs (same power strokes per revolution as a 12 cyl engine). And the 86-91 body style has always been my favorite among the RXs.

If I had it to do over I would get an 89-91, but I am gradually upgrading mine to that standard anyway.

Gene

 

Welcome aboard, Gene! There's a smattering of engineers on the site, a whole bunch of hardcore SCCA-type racers (no offense meant, NASA guys n' gals...) plus just a whole bunch of folk who simply drive the poor FC beasts into the ground, so there's a little bit of entertainment, learning and Greek style tragedy to be found regarding the 2ndgen cars at RX-7 Club. The 2ndgen crowd actually represents the majority group here, as a matter of fact.

Mario III