Richmond VA RX-7 Owners
03-02-05, 12:46 PM
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Ya Fritz Flynn is the guy that I sent a PM to. Good to know I foudn the right guy.
I just called MazdaTrix and they sell one for $123 with an additional $10 in shipping. The dealership is $156 but they say they will just give it to me at wholesale which is $123. Difference is shipping is free at the dealership vs at MazdaTrix where they charge $10 more. So I am gonna wait a day or so to see if Fritz pm's me back, if not then I will just get the one from the dealership. At least that way I am ensured that it has never been over tightened, which would get me back in the same predicament.
I just called MazdaTrix and they sell one for $123 with an additional $10 in shipping. The dealership is $156 but they say they will just give it to me at wholesale which is $123. Difference is shipping is free at the dealership vs at MazdaTrix where they charge $10 more. So I am gonna wait a day or so to see if Fritz pm's me back, if not then I will just get the one from the dealership. At least that way I am ensured that it has never been over tightened, which would get me back in the same predicament.
03-02-05, 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by angrycamel
The one on broad st. Lincoln Mercury Mazda I think. At broad and parham. Why? Are they cheaper somewhere else?
Most people order new OEM parts from Ray Crowe at Malloy Mazda (in woodbridg, VA), he has nice prices and usually free shipping. You can try there, but it sounds like you are already getting the best deal at $123 from the local dealer. Good luck in finding a used one.
03-02-05, 01:48 PM
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Fritz just emailed me offering one for $85 shipped.
I am waiting to hear how many engines it has been on etc etc...
By the way, is there an official RX-7 or mazda club here in Richmond? I am a member of MSCW in Washington, but I never make it to the meetings because they are all the way in Tysons Corner. I would like to get in with a group that could possibly schedule track and tech events and other club related activities here in richmond.
I am waiting to hear how many engines it has been on etc etc...
By the way, is there an official RX-7 or mazda club here in Richmond? I am a member of MSCW in Washington, but I never make it to the meetings because they are all the way in Tysons Corner. I would like to get in with a group that could possibly schedule track and tech events and other club related activities here in richmond.
03-02-05, 02:46 PM
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I'm all up for starting one. I know some car club based in hampton wants me to join...I don't have the time to drive out there every saturday tho. I know some kids from petersburg that would probably be down.
03-02-05, 05:58 PM
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There are really just not enough young, perfomance minded car enthuiast here in the Richmond area to form a car club with any real direction. I tried once - it failed in about 2 months.
03-02-05, 06:21 PM
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yeah, most want cars that "look good" all show and no go 
. i'm starting to fade that way unfortunately...just because it's easier to get a sponsor with a good looking car than a fast one that I can't race
. i'm starting to fade that way unfortunately...just because it's easier to get a sponsor with a good looking car than a fast one that I can't race
03-03-05, 05:40 PM
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Long time no see, right?
I found the car I want, and I bought it. 2001 BMW 330ci. It's pretty sweet! Since the GTU project is gonna take me a while, this'll be my autoXer for a while.
Here are a few photos of the painted interior of the GTU. I've already swapped over the GC coilovers, Tokico shocks, camber plates, and tower bars. Next is a roll cage, seats, motor, wheels, tires....this, that.
Next autoX March 20th...
I found the car I want, and I bought it. 2001 BMW 330ci. It's pretty sweet! Since the GTU project is gonna take me a while, this'll be my autoXer for a while.
Here are a few photos of the painted interior of the GTU. I've already swapped over the GC coilovers, Tokico shocks, camber plates, and tower bars. Next is a roll cage, seats, motor, wheels, tires....this, that.
Next autoX March 20th...
03-03-05, 07:58 PM
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Zach,
Did you make that rear tower bar? I don't like the idea of butchering the speaker towers for a street car, but I think thats the best boltin rear brace I have seen yet.
Did you make that rear tower bar? I don't like the idea of butchering the speaker towers for a street car, but I think thats the best boltin rear brace I have seen yet.
03-04-05, 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by angrycamel
By the way, is there an official RX-7 or mazda club here in Richmond? I am a member of MSCW in Washington, but I never make it to the meetings because they are all the way in Tysons Corner. I would like to get in with a group that could possibly schedule track and tech events and other club related activities here in richmond.
http://rx7.meetup.com/55/
as well as this thread:
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...85#post4098085
Anyone is welcome anytime.
03-05-05, 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted by cafcwest
Zach,
Did you make that rear tower bar? I don't like the idea of butchering the speaker towers for a street car, but I think thats the best boltin rear brace I have seen yet.
Did you make that rear tower bar? I don't like the idea of butchering the speaker towers for a street car, but I think thats the best boltin rear brace I have seen yet.
03-05-05, 02:34 PM
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project is looking good zach. you should seem weld it while you have it all apart 
if you want/can get it towed to my work, we can do that on a saturday if youd like.
im looking for 350 for the hid's in case anyone is interested...
if you want/can get it towed to my work, we can do that on a saturday if youd like. im looking for 350 for the hid's in case anyone is interested...
03-06-05, 04:55 PM
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its me again still havent looking for a engine again either that or i am gonna part this daom thing out but i really dont wana go that route so im trying to fine another 6 port 13b for my 86 gxl if any of you guys would be willing to help me out i would be very greatful thanks
03-08-05, 06:59 PM
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parts sale, cleaning out the garage to make room for new bike. https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=402654
03-09-05, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 88 vert
parts sale, cleaning out the garage to make room for new bike. https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=402654
03-13-05, 07:47 PM
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Originally Posted by onepointone
sweeeet, what are you getting?
03-13-05, 09:35 PM
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if you only want to replace the front fairing because its got some road rash on it, and its your first bike, i say dont waste your money. you will drop it, whether its in a parking lot at a rolling speed, or going down the highway at 70. everyone drops their first bike. i dont know much about those, but the newer zx6 and zx10's are insane. goodluck with that, and if you ever want to ride give me a call.
woot woot.