dumbnoob

I dont have an RX-7 yet, but I am looking to get one for a project car. I like the 2nd Gen RX-7s (i like that Porsche 944/ Nissan Z styling).

Anyways, I like the Turbo II cars becasue they are fast, but, they are also expensive and not easy to come by in my area. However, there are tons of non-turbo gen 2 cars around here for cheap (like under $2000, in descent shape).

My question, then, is as follows...
How easy/hard is it to convert a non-turbo car into a turbo one. Can I just yank the turbo, manifolds and plumbing, injectors, and ecu from, say, a wrecked Turbo II, or will I need to tear down the engine, modify/replace the rotor, etc etc.

Also, if it is hard to convert, what kind of other performance accessories are available for the Gen 2 cars, and what kind of power gains could I excpet to see if it were kept in normally aspirated form.

Im sure this question has been asked a zillion times before, and Im sorry, but the F!*$&#@ seach feature absolutely refuses to work for me!

Thanks a bunch, and I hope to be joining you as a proud RX-7 owner soon.

MikeLMR

It would be cheaper to buy a turbo II than convert an NA to Turbo II specs ... they changed a lot of things between the two

I'm not too sure as the UK had different specs but heres a short list

N/A have a 6 port engine - Turbo II's have a 4 port lo comp engine

Different brakes , different stud pattern for the wheels , uprated suspension , different hood with scoop for intercooler ... the list goes on

Basically you'd need to buy an N/A and a bent turbo II and reshell one into the other.

Mike

dumbnoob

Screw that

Ill just find a cheap Turbo II car

Also, what kind of upgrades are out there for a N/A car, and what kind of performance gains can be expected?

Scalliwag

A second gen NA does not have a lot of performance potential. The design of the 6 port side plates screw things up a bit.
Even the 12a first gens left more potential for increasing the overall performance. In part because the first gen was lighter and used a 4 port motor. Also with the carb models there is no need for a Haltech or another expensive similar upgrade.
So if money is tight you might want to consider that idea.

kyle@insight

There are links to what you're asking in the 2nd gen forum > FC faq.

Here's a direct quote for two routes you could take, but I agree with everyone else in saying it's cheaper to just buy a TII.

mac_dad6

yeah, get the t2 and drive it like a madman till it blows up and then drop in a 20B lol