Boosted96

Hi, new to RX7's here. I haven't got one myself but decided forums would be a great place to learn about them.
a few questions in mind:
Are rotaries as unreliable as people say they are?
What is the proper way to take care of your rotary motor?

thanks

RotaryRocket88

iTrader: (7)

Welcome to the club.

Rotaries are just less forgiving when it comes to inexperienced owners. Proper care, as with any engine, just involves routine maintenance.

iFayt

Hey man welcome, welcome!
Rotaries just need a little more attention then other motors.
TLC is the key to a healthy car

Chris_T

I think those who say rotaries are unreliable most likely don't have any experience with a rotary engine first hand. You can't treat them like a piston engine, especially if they're turbo charged. It's all in the education you seek about your engine

Boosted96

cool. thanks for all the comments.

Boosted96

it was nice meeting everyone

Boosted96

quick question: can someone please explain to me the "Carbon buildup" that seldom happens with rotary engines?

soulrider

iTrader: (1)

i too am a rotary noob but im pretty sure i read that when you redline for a short bit it helps clean up the carbon that builds up

Boosted96

cool.

umm.. because of this, (also, that rotaries should be shifting at higher rpms to reduce this), what would be an ideal shift point? say i'm going on the highway, and i get to 3rd gear, should i stay cruising at a high rpm or can i shift to 4-5th and cruise at ~2k rpm?