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Hey guys, my name is Warren. I'm new to the RX7 world. I've had a few friends with RX7s but never really thought I'd have one myself. Last weekend I picked up an '85 GSL with a Chevy 4.3L V6 and T5. The car is in pretty decent condition, but the swap itself is kind of a hack job. I plan on fixing it up a bit and using it as a weekend warrior to maybe drag and drift. I don't have many pictures yet, but once I get a few small things done with it and get it washed I'll be sure to post some.
Smells like 2 stroke.
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From: Misery
4.3's are a bit heavy... I wonder why they didn't go with something that has an aluminum block, like a Lincoln Mark VIII engine or the more common Chevy LS1 swap. (LS engine swaps are all the rage these days...)
Interesting choice of engine though... I'd swap in a 13B once it starts misbehaving... At least swap in a differential from an auto car to make use of the power band.
Interesting choice of engine though... I'd swap in a 13B once it starts misbehaving... At least swap in a differential from an auto car to make use of the power band.
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Welcome. I also have a swapped engine. Except I have a lt1 from a 92 vett in a fc. I'll have to put some pics up too. It's sweet knowing I am not the only one. I see so much anti piston stuff on here.
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4.3's are a bit heavy... I wonder why they didn't go with something that has an aluminum block, like a Lincoln Mark VIII engine or the more common Chevy LS1 swap. (LS engine swaps are all the rage these days...)
Interesting choice of engine though... I'd swap in a 13B once it starts misbehaving... At least swap in a differential from an auto car to make use of the power band.
Interesting choice of engine though... I'd swap in a 13B once it starts misbehaving... At least swap in a differential from an auto car to make use of the power band.
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From: Smiths Falls.(near Ottawa!.Mapquest IT!)
4.3 is like a v8 with 2 cylinders missing.
I'd be Ok with it personally in a car the size of an FB or FC.It would make for some sporty driving.
I'd be Ok with it personally in a car the size of an FB or FC.It would make for some sporty driving.
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[QUOTE=slash128;11394112]Welcome, good to see people from WA
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