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Old Apr 17, 2004 | 11:02 PM
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Where are the non Rotary FDs?

I'm just wondering who has done whatever piston for rotary swap....

How many of you are out there?

How you liking it?

What's your setup?
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Old Apr 17, 2004 | 11:15 PM
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Ok, I feel like an idiot. there's a whole section of the forum dedicated to this
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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 07:41 AM
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Originally posted by apneablue
Ok, I feel like an idiot. there's a whole section of the forum dedicated to this
No problem. It's kind of hidden so most people don't know about it.
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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 07:48 PM
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i like how its under "rotary performance"
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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 09:58 PM
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www.torquecentral.com V8 rx7
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Old Apr 21, 2004 | 05:32 PM
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Re: Where are the non Rotary FDs?

I have one. 2000 LS1 + cam + springs + software mods

I love it. It's been on the road for a few weeks short of a year and it's the longest the car has run trouble free.

Plus its faster and sounds better.



Originally posted by apneablue
I'm just wondering who has done whatever piston for rotary swap....

How many of you are out there?

How you liking it?

What's your setup?
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Old Apr 22, 2004 | 11:04 AM
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I can't remember now what shop it was that would do the LS1 conversion...But I think it was around 8k...is that what you did? post photos if you got 'em.

Thanks,
David
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Old Apr 22, 2004 | 11:19 AM
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www.hinsonsupercars.com has most of the items needed for the swap.

Most ppl I know have done the swap themselves using a portion of Hinson's products.

IronDonut, wingsfan, and myself all did the swap ourselves. I leaned on them some for help along the way.
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Old May 3, 2004 | 02:10 PM
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I also used a hinson subframe.
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Old May 3, 2004 | 06:59 PM
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Mine's (LS1/T56) been running essentially problem free since December, which is the longest stretch I've gone without breaking something.

My drivetrain conversion parts came from Hinson. My cooling, fuel, and the wiring (and any problems associated with them) is all my own damn fault.
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Old May 12, 2004 | 11:25 PM
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99 LS1 in a 94 Touring....
Mods still to come.
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Old May 27, 2004 | 01:57 AM
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all i am lacking is a drive shaft...but that's easy.

2jz-gte (MKIV Supra TT engine)

mods on their way in the mail:
Greddy 3 Row Intercooler
HKS 264 intake/exhaust
SP71GTQ Turbo Kit

should put down an easy 600-700 rwhp :-D
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Old May 27, 2004 | 02:06 AM
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haha apneablue...i found my car on your website from a year ago. wow, a lot has changed since then! nice website btw...

http://apneablue.com/rx7/photos/rota...t/PICT0021.jpg
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Old May 27, 2004 | 06:55 AM
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http://www.brewcitymuscle.com/galler...ls1_rx7?full=1

getting there!
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Old May 28, 2004 | 11:53 AM
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I'll like it when it's done. Or so I hope.

2000 nissan maxima v-6
6-speed manual transmission (from a 350z).

Misc other parts from various cars. Mostly nissan.

My daily driver just through an apex seal so the swap must be finished soon. I hate driving my truck (usually only used in winter)

Thaniel
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Old May 28, 2004 | 12:27 PM
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Originally posted by Thaniel
I'll like it when it's done. Or so I hope.

2000 nissan maxima v-6
6-speed manual transmission (from a 350z).

Misc other parts from various cars. Mostly nissan.

My daily driver just through an apex seal so the swap must be finished soon. I hate driving my truck (usually only used in winter)

Thaniel
man i love maximas! that is my daily driver. i think it's a highly overlooked car and engine! plus you can buy the engines at a great price! i can't wait to see that swap!
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