go rx7, tons of fun
and the build is moving along, the weather and lack of a garage is slowing me down but once i get the new rotor housing the engine will be done very soon after, then its off to putting the car back together and diaging what happened since the engine didnt blow all i can say is im super pumped to get it back hows your andy? any progress? |
oh i almost forgot to mention, the FD has such a prestige, because of its rarity, theres been tons of times were random people have come up to me and gave me the thumbs up or yelled nice car while i was driving past. and the stares you get by all generations of people.
the 8 just doesnt do that, theres still tons of them driving around that have no clue what it is or even that what engine it has when i choose cars i look for a "package deal" i never choose a car based soley on power or handling. i love the FD because it looks so sexy and unique, because its like nothing else on the roads, because its fast, it handles amazing, and the looks people give you when you drive by. plus, other then on the forums or when im hanging with everyone from here, the only time i ever saw an FD was by my highschool.... im the only one in my town with one, how many different car owners can say that? the real question is...what do you want out of the car? both cars have there sets of problems and i can honestly say, after all ive gone though so far with my FD, driving it always makes it all worth it, i still have no regrets |
Originally Posted by helghast7
(Post 9720926)
hows your andy? any progress?
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boost gauge??? i thought u had the spirit R cluster.....
just use that for boost |
nice andy, you going to dgrr with them or us?
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I dunno ... its not even the rotary that scares me off about the FD. The thing is that you need to watch your essentials like boost, temp and A/F ratio, and you'll be good. I already drive around with an OBD2 scanner in my civic, and if I didnt take care of it, I dont think I would have ever made it to 215k miles on all original drivetrain (granted about 120 of those were done before I got my hands on it) Also, I am russian, and I dont think there are any other cars in the world that are as unreliable as some of the Russian ones.
I was helping my dad in his garage when I thought that exhaust gases were actually more like fart than waste. I have had a rotary apart and I am confident I can complete the rebuild. Finally, I am a reasonable driver and although I do like to have fun, I do not go around redlining my shit and beating on it all day long (esp not if I am running hot and straining my internals already), thats how you get tickets and repair bills, particularly if you are driving a sports car. What does worry me is the following: Could I REALLY have to rebuild every 20k miles as I was told at the meet it is common with rx7's or more like 60k - 80k miles. Age: I am much more worried about this than the engine - DRY ROT - Replacing all the rubber parts in a car is no fun task! I would much rather rebuild and engine, twice Flimsy connections and electronics -> I don't think I need to clarify this one, I am not friends with wire harnesses. Basically I hate spending 95% of my time diagnosing a problem and 5% of the time fixing it, but of course this depends on the problem. However, I am confident that with the help of this forum, common sense, and hopefully you guys, I could keep an FD out of the shop with 90% of the issues that I could have (excluding accidents and major body work/ paints; including engine rebuilds) I think I'll do the following: Try to get that black rx8 dude in Ohio to get down to at least 8500, if he wont go that low, I am getting a 7 thanks again for all your advice! |
Originally Posted by sinned2545
(Post 9721071)
boost gauge??? i thought u had the spirit R cluster.....
just use that for boost Boost gauge goes instead of the oil p gauge right? oil p is important too.... |
oh ... and IRP is like a mile from my house ... been there multiple times to drool
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Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721183)
I was meaning to ask you, how do you deal with km/ hr
Boost gauge goes instead of the oil p gauge right? oil p is important too.... and as for the speedo. 180 =100 so if your going past 180 it doesn't really matter what it is, cause it illegal...lol you get used to the sense of speed and know if your doing 60 or more
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721134)
Try to get that black rx8 dude in Ohio to get down to at least 8500, if he wont go that low, I am getting a 7 thanks again for all your advice! |
Hey Andy...Dennis ..had to chime in!....I've owned my 93 black Fd since 2002. No major problems!....If you want respect..attention... a relic...a classic sports car. Go with the legendary rx7!....Let's put it this way...no disrespect to rx8 owners...You won't catch Vin Deisel driving an rx8!...lmao!....Like Andy said....do your research save the money...and prep the vehicle!...Remember these cars are going on 15-17 yrs old!...Like Andy said ..if you want the hot chics...go with the FD!....Unless you drop a 3 rotor or 13b onto an rx8!...But Dave you are right. The looks...the rarity...the exclusive club ..your in!...You have to be a passionate person to really want an Fd!...Almost like an obsession!....Hey Andy...i would love to take your gauges from you...along with your Miata steering wheel...and any other goodies your getting rid of.....lol...give me a call....And yes...if you want dude...i will pick you up next tues....lmao
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Originally Posted by sinned2545
(Post 9721071)
boost gauge??? i thought u had the spirit R cluster.....
just use that for boost
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721183)
Boost gauge goes instead of the oil p gauge right?
oil p is important too....
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721319)
oh ... and IRP is like a mile from my house ... been there multiple times to drool
Originally Posted by helghast7
(Post 9721087)
nice andy, you going to dgrr with them or us?
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721134)
Also, I am russian,
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721134)
I have had a rotary apart and I am confident I can complete the rebuild.
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721134)
Finally, I am a reasonable driver and although I do like to have fun, I do not go around redlining my shit and beating on it all day long (esp not if I am running hot and straining my internals already), thats how you get tickets and repair bills, particularly if you are driving a sports car.
Originally Posted by stinksause
(Post 9721134)
What does worry me is the following:
Could I REALLY have to rebuild every 20k miles as I was told at the meet it is common with rx7's or more like 60k - 80k miles. Age: I am much more worried about this than the engine - DRY ROT - Replacing all the rubber parts in a car is no fun task! I would much rather rebuild and engine, twice Flimsy connections and electronics -> I don't think I need to clarify this one, I am not friends with wire harnesses. If you are worried about replacing gaskets and stuff, just do it as soon as you get the car and don't worry about it for a while. Same thing with the harness. Its not THAAAAT bad. I'd hate to say it but it sounds like money is a big concern for you. If this is true, I would stay away. Rx8 is a great car. If you mod it and find something new, you will be a pioneer. Everyone knows the workings of a 13b-rew. If you get something going on a renesis, that would be awesome.
Originally Posted by ozzie m
(Post 9721484)
Hey Andy...Dennis ..had to chime in!....I've owned my 93 black Fd since 2002. No major problems!....If you want respect..attention... a relic...a classic sports car. Go with the legendary rx7!....Let's put it this way...no disrespect to rx8 owners...You won't catch Vin Deisel driving an rx8!...lmao!....Like Andy said....do your research save the money...and prep the vehicle!...Remember these cars are going on 15-17 yrs old!...Like Andy said ..if you want the hot chics...go with the FD!....Unless you drop a 3 rotor or 13b onto an rx8!...But Dave you are right. The looks...the rarity...the exclusive club ..your in!...You have to be a passionate person to really want an Fd!...Almost like an obsession!....Hey Andy...i would love to take your gauges from you...along with your Miata steering wheel...and any other goodies your getting rid of.....lol...give me a call....And yes...if you want dude...i will pick you up next tues....lmao
Thanks for the ride offer. If I manage to get some free time I'll take you up on it man. I forgot about the wheel. Yeah dude I have 2 extra wheels now. I have to source another air bag though. I'll definitely give you a call some time soon. Its been to long. |
yea were leaving on wed night to get there a little earlier to enjoy it more,
shoot me a text well talk more about it if you want, its up to you, especially were your staying, well swap info and you can decide from there |
Wooooord!
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Got my car painted and fixed since the deer accident. Finally looks like a mint turbo II.
Now to do something bout this ride height haha Also anyone know any good sites to buy performance parts?? I need coilovers and a front mount. |
^ Rx7club.com....LOL
The problem with the internet is theres never a universal place with cheap parts. 1 site might have cheap parts oneday.. then change on the next. If your in no rush i would just recommend waiting for a nice deal to come along |
Originally Posted by NJpopups
(Post 9722646)
Also anyone know any good sites to buy performance parts?? I need coilovers and a front mount.
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i really need to take inventory on what you have to see if i could use anything lol
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Yeah I have to do an inventory check sometime soon hahaha
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Originally Posted by Supernaut
(Post 9721033)
Still going. I think Im going to go to DGRR so Ihor and Rich have been putting more work into my car to get it ready in time. They pulled the engine,
I'm toying with the idea of installing my Type RZ/Spirit R ABS in this round of mods but its probably not going to happen. I have no idea when it will be done hahahah. |
:-O .... WHATTTT??? 3xk miles???? https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-rx-7-1993-2002-vehicles-107/93-fd-single-turbo-%2415-000-a-879128/
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Stink:
Talking as a previous RX8 owner now FD owner. Id suggest a Rx8 with the intentions to drop some nice mods into it. You can be the next pioneer in power with the Rx8 but with the FD everyone has 300+hp blah blah. Like you said you dont want to deal with replacing every bushing/harness/etc on the fd and still have issues. Rx8 you can buy it,drive it, get bored, and then go for high hp/handling combo. 04 05Rx8s have depreciated to a price floor and i don't see them getting cheaper. FD youll buy it,become a boost addict, refinance your home to build it, and if you can ever let go of it cry your nights once you sell it for pennies to the dollar. Buy the FD if your willing to marry it for life. Your on the 7club its gonna be biased towards 7 At then end of it Drive both then buy, either way have one ready for DEALS GAP This April. lol |
As a current FD owner...i agree. It's a love/hate relationship with the vehicle...Love it in the summer ...hate it in the winter. As with any car not in production...your going to spend money...you'll never get back. I'm planning to sell my FD pretty soon...if it was up to me..i would keep it...but there is no sense in holding onto 2 sports cars( Planning on purchasing a 2011 Nissan GTR). Good luck in your decision....
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Thanks rich for the hardwork! I don't know what I'd do without you man.
I know we said no on the abs but I'm so curious as to what it's like :(. |
u have to drive your car to use the ABS ^ lol.....
I would wait.... if you installed it now, you wouldn't even notice the difference |
i cant imagine theres really that much of a difference...i mean...you have to actually be skidding for it to activate to begin with..its not like your going to feel it by taping the pedal
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Very true both of you. I'm so happy I got the unit. Its such a hard piece to find.
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hey Stink.
If nothing falls through, I've got a killer deal for u on a Rx8.... Lowmiles, 1 owner, New upholstery :lol: http://izismile.com/img/img2/2010010...ump_318_77.jpg |
Took the FC out on a cruise with a couple friends. One friend happens to own a 2007 m3 coupe.
Since I've been curious as to what my car makes I asked for a friendly 60-120 pull. BMW driver gave the beeps and I pulled by 1.5 lengths all the way to 120. I'm really pissed I didn't have my camera in the car but it was an awesome experience none the less. I'm still in shock haha I suppose my little FC is faster than I thought |
sinned,
Tell me about it tuesday .... I am banning myself from the rotary world until monday afternoon ... I have a certification exam on Monday, that has nothing to do with rotaries or even cars and I just can't focus and study b/c I am obsessed ... I am still going to be looking then. As a response to vin diesel driving a 7, Vin diesel drove a civic too ... just like me :) |
njpopups did you get your microtech installed?
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i know someone that might be able to do it but hes not really local
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No I haven't had the ecu installed yet
I still waiting on 5 parts before I can do everything in one shot. But I am debating on having it installed until everything comes in. |
I'm at the point where I have to install it so I can get the car running and be able to install everything else.
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so my question is, is the meet on tuesday night on?
and if so, what would be the address? id like to show up and meet a few fc/fd owners :) |
yup, someone will always be there every tuesday around 830ish, though since its cold and sometimes snowey you might not see there cars but there beaters, but ill have my FC since the FD isnt done
as for the address, if i know dennis, im sure he will post it up in a bit, especially since he has it memorized lol best i can do for you is to tell you its on route 17north in east rutherford in the lowes parking complex in the corner by the starbucks hope to see you there! |
Originally Posted by helghast7
(Post 9728359)
yup, someone will always be there every tuesday around 830ish, though since its cold and sometimes snowey you might not see there cars but there beaters, but ill have my FC since the FD isnt done
as for the address, if i know dennis, im sure he will post it up in a bit, especially since he has it memorized lol best i can do for you is to tell you its on route 17north in east rutherford in the lowes parking complex in the corner by the starbucks hope to see you there! its not a rotary, but im hope im welcome :) as i was born into rotary :D |
lol .... i am not in a rotary either ... but I go ... I'll be bringing a rotor tho :p
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Hey Dave ...i'm finally passing by....after a 3 week break!....Hey Andy...you coming?...or what?...let me know..if you need a limo ride in my Escalade...lol...
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finally, havent seen you in forever, and hey! dont be a slacker, bring the rex, im bringing mine ;)
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im psyched for tuesday lol
im looking forward to meeting new people, but i dont know anyone from this forum yet lol :/ |
Ima start envading the Rx7 forums Boohahaha
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Originally Posted by ozzie m
(Post 9728701)
Hey Dave ...i'm finally passing by....after a 3 week break!....Hey Andy...you coming?...or what?...let me know..if you need a limo ride in my Escalade...lol...
Dave I still have to speak to you about DGRR hahaha. |
yea bro no time for us.....no love :(
lol im trying to be like geico for ya man |
NYCDK is your car auto? Saw a rx8 in union city that looks just like your sig.
I'll be there tues with my black eye lol. |
Originally Posted by Nyc Drift King
(Post 9728786)
Ima start envading the Rx7 forums Boohahaha
Originally Posted by godeepgts11
(Post 9728763)
im psyched for tuesday lol
im looking forward to meeting new people, but i dont know anyone from this forum yet lol :/ If weather is good i should b there with the FD..... if not it just may be another COD night :ar::rl:
Originally Posted by NJpopups
(Post 9730047)
NYCDK is your car auto? Saw a rx8 in union city that looks just like your sig.
I'll be there tues with my black eye lol. |
haha. Well when I hit that deer on 80 W the bastard broke my head light assembly. I got a new one from my tuner/mechanic and it happened to come off a black FC. So now one of my pop ups is black :P That is until my father finishes this acura he's painting. Then I'm going to paint the front bumper and head lights.
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Hey man don't be mean to the dear. Its not his fault hes dumb. Can't be as bad as Ozzie's single white headlight on black FD.
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I felt bad for the deer at first, but after I realized he ruined my fender door and various suspension parts I was pretty heated. It could have been alot worse tho at least I had no engine damage.
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Hey Andy...the black eye is gone!...lmao!....Re-installed my Pre Auto slek Headlight kit!...Gotta fix that damn flat/slow leak you warned me about!...lol...it's been sitting in my garage for about 1 month now!...I guess its time to take it out on tuesday?....What you think fellas?...lol...what's the weather like for tmrw nite?....
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At least the deer didnt get stuck in your engine bay. So far, I've read about dogs and deers getting stuck in their and making it back alive. I remember seeing one deer torn apart though inside a bimmer. The engine bay was pretty much intact except it had pieces of deer between the parts.
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