How did you get introduced to the RX-7?

I found one in good shape on Craigslist with no motor. Perfect for my electric car conversion project!

Where did you get your RX-7 from?

Some kid on Cragislist.

Have you had any problems with the RX-7?

I pulled it home and found that THE MOTOR WAS MISSING! JK, so far so good...though it's in pieces in the garage.

What are you plans for the RX-7?

Mazda is one of the LAST automakers to get into the EV/Hybrid game...so I'm making an electric RX7 to kick 'em in the pants.

What do you know about cars and RX-7s in general?

I know exactly diddly and squat. I know the Rx7 uses a rotary engine which has caused me massive headaches over the flywheel issue lately. Long story short, my electric motor needs a non-counterweighted flywheel. The EV conversion company told me it would cost $500 plus shipping. I said too much. They said they found another for $300 that would work. A year plus later, as I'm FINALLY getting around to my conversion, I discover it is a TURBO ONLY FLYWHEEL. I have a non-turbo. IT DONT FIT.

Who taught you what you know about cars?

Me. I taught myself nothing about cars.

Have you met any new friends since owning your RX-7?

Just the guy doing the welding/fabrication of my custom mounting hardware.

 

Welcome.

Post up a thread on your project. Would love to read/see this.

 

Welcome very interesting project you have there... what company is providing you with all the conversion stuff?

 

I'm getting my parts from several companies, but most comes from Cloud Electric, KTA EV, and Electro Auto.