Getting the most from an N/A
01-31-06, 06:06 AM
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Getting the most from an N/A
I'm about to buy my first RX7, it's a 88 GXL with low miles no rust and totally unmolested.
I've decided on an N/A because I'm fairly new to tuning and working on cars and don't want the extra complications of a turbo setup.
I have a few questions about how to get the most out of this car by working with the suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires.
I already plan on doing some weight reduction, replacing bushings, going to a coilover setup, setting up a big brake kit, replacing the wheels and tires. So basically I have tons of questions. I'd like to get some 15x8 or 15x8.5 wheels for good acceleration and grip, but I also want incredible braking, what 4 piston big rotor brakes can I fit in these diminuitive wheels, and would it be better to stretch a tire over these or fit regular sized tires over. Also any suggestions on a good all around good handling coilovers. I'd also like to reinforce any commonly weak parts of the body (weld in steel or possibly even seam welding) what parts should i pay special attention to. Last one, there is a mod to increase steering angle, I can't remember what this is called but what differences would it make and what is this called.
Any other suggestions are welcome, I want to accelerate, brake and turn like it is no problem. Thanks for any help.
I've decided on an N/A because I'm fairly new to tuning and working on cars and don't want the extra complications of a turbo setup.
I have a few questions about how to get the most out of this car by working with the suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires.
I already plan on doing some weight reduction, replacing bushings, going to a coilover setup, setting up a big brake kit, replacing the wheels and tires. So basically I have tons of questions. I'd like to get some 15x8 or 15x8.5 wheels for good acceleration and grip, but I also want incredible braking, what 4 piston big rotor brakes can I fit in these diminuitive wheels, and would it be better to stretch a tire over these or fit regular sized tires over. Also any suggestions on a good all around good handling coilovers. I'd also like to reinforce any commonly weak parts of the body (weld in steel or possibly even seam welding) what parts should i pay special attention to. Last one, there is a mod to increase steering angle, I can't remember what this is called but what differences would it make and what is this called.
Any other suggestions are welcome, I want to accelerate, brake and turn like it is no problem. Thanks for any help.
02-03-06, 01:04 PM
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I can only give you advice about the steering angle and brakes.
I think an article about the steering angle mod can be found at fc3spro.com
Regarding brakes. The 4 piston calipers from the GXL, GTU and TII models is a strong set up. The most I would do would be to replace the stock rotors with some Powerslots and get good brake pads. A lot of guys prefer Hawk pads, I haven't used them. I run AXXIS ceramic pads on my NA, which is single POT.
Remember a key to stopping is good rubber. That's the only part of the car that actually touches the road. If you've got a set of brakes that will bite hard, but the tires start to slide, while the brakes are still capable of braking harder... the tire is the problem.
RB makes adjustable sway bar end links, those can help steering response as well. You'll also want to look into a set of polyurethane bushings. Energy Suspension makes a nice kit.
I can't help you out with coil overs, I don't have them.
Try to find a convertible FC and yank the sway bars off that, they are bigger than other FC's. Decrease body roll there.
That's really all the information I can think to give you right now. I know it's not much, but someone else will probably help guide you into a direction regarding coil overs, or a big brake kit if you really feel it necessary.
Good luck,
James
I think an article about the steering angle mod can be found at fc3spro.com
Regarding brakes. The 4 piston calipers from the GXL, GTU and TII models is a strong set up. The most I would do would be to replace the stock rotors with some Powerslots and get good brake pads. A lot of guys prefer Hawk pads, I haven't used them. I run AXXIS ceramic pads on my NA, which is single POT.
Remember a key to stopping is good rubber. That's the only part of the car that actually touches the road. If you've got a set of brakes that will bite hard, but the tires start to slide, while the brakes are still capable of braking harder... the tire is the problem.
RB makes adjustable sway bar end links, those can help steering response as well. You'll also want to look into a set of polyurethane bushings. Energy Suspension makes a nice kit.
I can't help you out with coil overs, I don't have them.
Try to find a convertible FC and yank the sway bars off that, they are bigger than other FC's. Decrease body roll there.
That's really all the information I can think to give you right now. I know it's not much, but someone else will probably help guide you into a direction regarding coil overs, or a big brake kit if you really feel it necessary.
Good luck,
James
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