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Old 04-02-09 | 10:40 AM
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NJ Looking to drive a GT35R FD

I'm really considering going the single route and have searched as much as I can here for info, but would really like a hands on experience first before I take the plunge. Is there anyone in the NJ area who has a GT35R(preferably the smaller T3/.82 hotside or closer) that would allow me to drive theirs? Rest assured, Im not looking for a joyride, but want to see where boost comes on at different loads, gears and rpms. The only experience I have is driving my buddy's T04S FD at 14psi. I don't know what exhaust housing he has, and while it's not bad, I would like something more responsive. Rich(GoodfellaFD3S), Ihor(IRP) and Gordon Monsen can all vouch for my character.

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Old 04-02-09 | 11:03 AM
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I don't let my wife drive my car, so I dout anyone is going to let you drive theirs
Old 04-02-09 | 03:36 PM
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never gonna happen, but im sure you can ride with someone.
Old 04-02-09 | 06:55 PM
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I would let you drive my car Don, if you were in texas, and if my car was finished.

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Old 04-02-09 | 07:15 PM
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If i ever went single turbo, GT35R is the only turbo i would go with. I dont think any other street FD needs something bigger.

And if i had that turbo, id let you rip a few gears
Old 04-04-09 | 12:49 AM
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I wouldn't even let him rip a few farts in my car. Then again, I'm very partial about my cars.
Old 04-04-09 | 05:40 PM
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Thanks darkside7 and 1qwik7! Yeah, looking back on my post, that's quite audacious of me asking someone to let me drive their single-powered cars. I should have asked if I could go for a ride in one. Realistically speaking, it isnt quite in my budget now anyhow.
Old 04-06-09 | 09:00 PM
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I live in atlantic county NJ about 30min from you. I have a R85, come down here ill take you out for a ride if youd like. PM me if you want my number
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You're welcome to drive my car Don, but it's not exactly what you're looking for as far as response.

I think a T4 35R would be the hot ticket for you, along with a smaller A/R on the turbine. What are your hp and boost targets? I saw a new Apex'i RX-6 setup for sale on the net not too long ago.
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Originally Posted by DJF(NJ)
I'm really considering going the single route and have searched as much as I can here for info, but would really like a hands on experience first before I take the plunge. Is there anyone in the NJ area who has a GT35R(preferably the smaller T3/.82 hotside or closer) that would allow me to drive theirs? Rest assured, Im not looking for a joyride, but want to see where boost comes on at different loads, gears and rpms. The only experience I have is driving my buddy's T04S FD at 14psi. I don't know what exhaust housing he has, and while it's not bad, I would like something more responsive. Rich(GoodfellaFD3S), Ihor(IRP) and Gordon Monsen can all vouch for my character.

Thanks!
You... Drive my car??? Cant do it.... But i wont mind giving you a ride in it....i have Garrett Gt35 from A-Spec... i Daily it mostly on 7 to 10psi...and sometimes 14psi (Rarely)...

I had the same problem when choosing a turbo after i blew my T-70.... but i love this one.. Its very responsive IMO
Old 04-09-09 | 12:46 PM
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best bet is to ride with some one
Old 04-13-09 | 01:54 AM
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Why are people so reluctant to let a reputable guy drive their car? Its just a mazda. If I had a ferrari I'd let a friend drive it.
Old 04-16-09 | 10:02 PM
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I have a customer's car with a 35r setup at my shop right now. He might let you drive it. I also have a 35r kit for sale. It has a BRAND NEW center section and the t3 .82 a/r housing. The kit consists of the 35r turbo, turbo manifold, HKS wastegate, and the 3" v-band downpipe. LMK if you're interested...
Old 04-18-09 | 03:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Rotary Experiment Seven
Why are people so reluctant to let a reputable guy drive their car? Its just a mazda. If I had a ferrari I'd let a friend drive it.
I would rather let a friend drive my new ferrari then a custom built single turbo rx-7 just because of the fact the ferrari is insured as a ferrari and the rx-7 is insured as just that, just a mazda. We put a lot of money into these cars sometimes as much as we paid for the car itself and alot more. Plus I feel when you add as much horse power to these cars as a single turbo car these cars become alot more prone to spinning out. Even a stock rx-7 is hard to keep in a straight line for most drivers. Even if a new car is faster then our cars they have traction control and are usually heavier. Plus I would feel terrible if something happened to somebody while letting them rip my hot rod LOL.
Old 04-19-09 | 03:46 PM
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Ii know it's kind of funny. I have a friend with a 600AWHP GTR, and he lets me drive it whenever I want.. I've done a track day, autoX and drove half way to California on a trip we did. This was before I had ever driven anything with more than 180whp (my gts-t)... But I did practically build the thing so it may have had a part in why he lets me drive it.

If anything HE has a reason to not let anyone drive his car... and it's not like this person would be going through some backroads and doing some touge up a mountain... More like roll ons on a straight freeway, to see where boost comes on and how hard...
Old 04-20-09 | 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by sinned2545
You... Drive my car??? Cant do it.... But i wont mind giving you a ride in it....i have Garrett Gt35 from A-Spec... i Daily it mostly on 7 to 10psi...and sometimes 14psi (Rarely)...

I had the same problem when choosing a turbo after i blew my T-70.... but i love this one.. Its very responsive IMO
Dennis, youre running a 3574 non ball bearing correct?
Old 04-20-09 | 11:38 AM
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^ yep.. couldn't afford the big boy (35r)... ;( lol
Old 04-20-09 | 04:08 PM
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I have a gt40r custom kit. just got it tuned @ 16 psi on pump. would love to show it off ,if you want to ride, i'm exit 1 on 295 or nj turn pike. pm me if you are interested.
Old 04-22-09 | 11:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Rotary Experiment Seven
If I had a ferrari I'd let a friend drive it.
Come to think of it, I believe you did

*cough* 360 Modena *cough*
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