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Old 09-29-10, 08:16 AM
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explain rotary engines...

i dont really understand how the engine works. i would like for someone to explain to me how it works. i have seen some videos but i would rather someone tell me.
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You'll get far more from the videos then a text explanation, that is for sure.

This should help considerably: http://www.howstuffworks.com/rotary-engine.htm

If you have any specific questions, feel free to just ask.
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Originally Posted by Aaron Cake
You'll get far more from the videos then a text explanation, that is for sure.

This should help considerably: http://www.howstuffworks.com/rotary-engine.htm

If you have any specific questions, feel free to just ask.
i remember you telling me in another post that you said the 93 rx7 was a bad first car, but i am very stubburn when it comes to this vehicle. can you give me a list a items i would have to put in to make this vehicle reliable?
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Try checking the FAQ first:
https://www.rx7club.com/new-member-rx-7-technical-256/frequently-asked-questions-3rd-generation-rx-7-1992-2002-faq-fd-782404/
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See the other post for your answer as to why the FD is unreliable.
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