calpatriot

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.

mar3

iTrader: (8)

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

calpatriot

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

mar3

iTrader: (8)

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