So as it says im having an oil pressure problem with my fc. One day while driving it I pushed it and since then has had this problem. It stays at 30psi when putting a load on it or not. Sometimes the pressure drops to 15psi when its driven. I checked and changed the oil sending unit with a new one. And I was told by a buddy of mine to check the oil cooler to make sure its working. Can anyone help me with this problem? I checked mazdatrix online and it said it most likely is the front cover o-ring. Not sure what to do or how to go about this.

 

It has nothing to do with the oil cooler.

Verify that the pressure is low with another gauge. If it is actually low (and not the gauge) then it sure does sound like a blown out front cover o-ring.

 

I believe I've tried that and it wasn't the gauge.

 

Any idea on how much it would cost to get it fixed? Never messed with a rotary engine before so I'd rather take it to a shop.

 

That sucks.

Well, the job involves pulling the front engine accessories, passenger engine mount and oil pan. It is rather involved. I'd figure that a competent mechanic with a factory service manual/Haynes manual could do it it just under 6 hours. Then you have about $50 worth of gaskets. I've done this exact job before and start to finish it's about 1 working day (with breaks, lunch, fooling around, etc.).

Anyone doing the job needs to also read this:
http://www.mazdatrix.com/faq/pulley.htm

 

I was thinking about bringing it to mazdatrix to have them work on it.

 

I'm sure they could handle it.

 

Just trying to find out how much it would cost to have them fix it. Thanks though.

 

I don't know their labour rates. You'd have to call and ask.

 

Yeah. Kinda figured. Thanks.

 

I'd suggest Tri-Point Engineering in Canoga Park. They are a lot closer to you than Mazda Trix (although I think Mazda Trix could certainly do the job well).

Tri-Point is on Deering Court off the 101. Call and talk to Mark.

 

alright. thanks.

 

ill buy ur car off u

 

lol. decided to step it up and do a full turbo swap. i also went with a full left hand to rhd conversion. still have to take pictures.