got ****ed by a rx7
05-03-2003, 08:22 AM
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got ****ed by a rx7
i have a 2002 maxima se manual, and i raced my friends stock 93 rx-7 stick
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
05-03-2003, 08:41 AM
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Re: got ****ed by a rx7
Originally posted by mad boxer
i have a 2002 maxima se manual, and i raced my friends stock 93 rx-7 stick
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
i have a 2002 maxima se manual, and i raced my friends stock 93 rx-7 stick
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
Both cars have same hp rating, but yours is actually 10-20 less and your car is heavier. That's why you lost to him.
~limsandy
05-03-2003, 08:46 AM
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Re: Re: got ****ed by a rx7
Originally posted by limsandy
Both cars have same hp rating, but yours is actually 10-20 less and your car is heavier. That's why you lost to him.
~limsandy
Both cars have same hp rating, but yours is actually 10-20 less and your car is heavier. That's why you lost to him.
~limsandy
try racing from a stop next time.
05-03-2003, 08:58 AM
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My best advice is to keep challenging him to a race, and you will eventually win. Know why? cuz those RX7s are total pieces of **** and he will eventually blow him motor. Its not a question of if, but when. Those cars are fast, damn fast with some mods, but are ticking time bombs.
05-03-2003, 09:01 AM
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Originally posted by NiteOwl
My best advice is to keep challenging him to a race, and you will eventually win. Know why? cuz those RX7s are total pieces of **** and he will eventually blow him motor. Its not a question of if, but when. Those cars are fast, damn fast with some mods, but are ticking time bombs.
My best advice is to keep challenging him to a race, and you will eventually win. Know why? cuz those RX7s are total pieces of **** and he will eventually blow him motor. Its not a question of if, but when. Those cars are fast, damn fast with some mods, but are ticking time bombs.
05-03-2003, 10:31 AM
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Originally posted by slickrick
before uninformed people try and flame me... go visit www.rx7s.com and have a peek. I'd take a 10 second rx7 anyday
05-03-2003, 11:05 AM
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Originally posted by mjg
rx7s are great cars. Show me a maxima that will see a 1000 horsepower, outhandle an rx7, and the rx7 is might lighter then a maxima. Two totally different types of cars.
before uninformed people try and flame me... go visit www.rx7s.com and have a peek. I'd take a 10 second rx7 anyday
rx7s are great cars. Show me a maxima that will see a 1000 horsepower, outhandle an rx7, and the rx7 is might lighter then a maxima. Two totally different types of cars.
before uninformed people try and flame me... go visit www.rx7s.com and have a peek. I'd take a 10 second rx7 anyday
05-03-2003, 11:34 AM
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Originally posted by NiteOwl
My best advice is to keep challenging him to a race, and you will eventually win. Know why? cuz those RX7s are total pieces of **** and he will eventually blow him motor. Its not a question of if, but when. Those cars are fast, damn fast with some mods, but are ticking time bombs.
My best advice is to keep challenging him to a race, and you will eventually win. Know why? cuz those RX7s are total pieces of **** and he will eventually blow him motor. Its not a question of if, but when. Those cars are fast, damn fast with some mods, but are ticking time bombs.
05-03-2003, 11:50 AM
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Originally posted by RBa
Hater........
Hater........
05-03-2003, 12:17 PM
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i have owned an rx-7. the only problem with the engine really is the apex seals. if you change yor oil and let the car rest between runs, the car will last for a very long time. there are less moving parts in a rotary engine. so less to break. i have a 2001 gxe and a 2002 se manual. both cars have nice acceleration, but nothing compared to my old rx-7.
05-03-2003, 12:53 PM
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Originally posted by Burton069
haha...nah I actually heard from other sources that their engines are prone to break down, and it is harder to fix rotary engines compared to others.
haha...nah I actually heard from other sources that their engines are prone to break down, and it is harder to fix rotary engines compared to others.
05-03-2003, 12:55 PM
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Re: got ****ed by a rx7
Originally posted by mad boxer
i have a 2002 maxima se manual, and i raced my friends stock 93 rx-7 stick
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
i have a 2002 maxima se manual, and i raced my friends stock 93 rx-7 stick
he has 255 ponies cuz his car is a twin turbo (stock)
anyways he got me by almost 2 cars
05-03-2003, 01:20 PM
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An RX-7 is not a car for anyone. Its a car that requires a lot of attention and needs to have its maintenance done everytime. The FD3S usually is known for re-builts around 80,000 miles. The FC3S is known to last long if taken care of properly. Like mentioned before a maxima and RX-7 are very different cars. RX-7 is not a piece of **** like someone mentioned before, its actually a very good engine because it has only 3 moving parts in the engine.....2 rotors in the 13B rotary engine with an eccentric shaft, no valves nothing which means less complications if taken care of properly. Also rebuilding a rotary is much easier....I have seen people do it.
05-03-2003, 02:45 PM
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Originally posted by mjg
rx7s are great cars. Show me a maxima that will see a 1000 horsepower, outhandle an rx7, and the rx7 is might lighter then a maxima. Two totally different types of cars.
before uninformed people try and flame me... go visit www.rx7s.com and have a peek. I'd take a 10 second rx7 anyday
rx7s are great cars. Show me a maxima that will see a 1000 horsepower, outhandle an rx7, and the rx7 is might lighter then a maxima. Two totally different types of cars.
before uninformed people try and flame me... go visit www.rx7s.com and have a peek. I'd take a 10 second rx7 anyday
05-03-2003, 05:29 PM
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hey guys i started to like the rx7's alot i even went to a used car dealer today and i saw a 93 black 5 speed rx-7 .it had 6ok miles and was for 13,500
i might trade in my 2001 hyundai santa fe for it
is that a good deal and i wanna know how realiable is the rx-7 .some ppl have told me that they can handle up to 200k miles and others told me that their engines sucked
thanx
i might trade in my 2001 hyundai santa fe for it
is that a good deal and i wanna know how realiable is the rx-7 .some ppl have told me that they can handle up to 200k miles and others told me that their engines sucked
thanx
05-03-2003, 06:17 PM
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People hate on the rotary. The rotary has so many more advantages than a conventional combustion engine with pistons. There are far less moving parts, it's quieter, triple the power with a given displacement...the list can be limitless. However, the rx-7 was a marketing disaster. For the average consumer, the rx-7 was a terrible buy because of the amount of maintenance and care it required. However, with a rotary enthusiast (like myself...94 silver 5-spd base) once the seals are replaced when needed and the fluids are constantly being changed, the only thing you'd have to worry about is overworking the turbos. Even at that, the turbo timer helps with the headache of constantly having to idle after runs. If you think you're ready for the rx-7, don't even question getting one because they're so difficult to find to begin with. It's a great car.....***** on the supra TT and 300zx TT...and 3000gt vr-4 for you mitsu weirdos, no matter what anyone else says.
05-03-2003, 06:52 PM
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Originally posted by ighettoboyi
People hate on the rotary. The rotary has so many more advantages than a conventional combustion engine with pistons. There are far less moving parts, it's quieter, triple the power with a given displacement...the list can be limitless. However, the rx-7 was a marketing disaster. For the average consumer, the rx-7 was a terrible buy because of the amount of maintenance and care it required. However, with a rotary enthusiast (like myself...94 silver 5-spd base) once the seals are replaced when needed and the fluids are constantly being changed, the only thing you'd have to worry about is overworking the turbos. Even at that, the turbo timer helps with the headache of constantly having to idle after runs. If you think you're ready for the rx-7, don't even question getting one because they're so difficult to find to begin with. It's a great car.....***** on the supra TT and 300zx TT...and 3000gt vr-4 for you mitsu weirdos, no matter what anyone else says.
People hate on the rotary. The rotary has so many more advantages than a conventional combustion engine with pistons. There are far less moving parts, it's quieter, triple the power with a given displacement...the list can be limitless. However, the rx-7 was a marketing disaster. For the average consumer, the rx-7 was a terrible buy because of the amount of maintenance and care it required. However, with a rotary enthusiast (like myself...94 silver 5-spd base) once the seals are replaced when needed and the fluids are constantly being changed, the only thing you'd have to worry about is overworking the turbos. Even at that, the turbo timer helps with the headache of constantly having to idle after runs. If you think you're ready for the rx-7, don't even question getting one because they're so difficult to find to begin with. It's a great car.....***** on the supra TT and 300zx TT...and 3000gt vr-4 for you mitsu weirdos, no matter what anyone else says.
do you know how much does replacing the seals cost
and how about rebuilding the engine thanx
05-03-2003, 08:25 PM
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The RX-7's are cool cars but their biggest problem is their tendancy to catch on fire. I remember reading all of the stories in the forums about them years ago. The one that stood out the most was the doctor who drove his brand new 94 RX-7 home after a long night of surgery. He parked it in the garage, went upstairs, took a shower and when he came out smelled smoke. The RX-7 was already fully engulfed in flames when he got to the garage. He got his wife out of the master bedroom (above the garage) and called the FD.
To make a long story short the RX-7 was a total loss. He called the insurance company and only 24 hours after the incident, 2 engineers from Mazda show up at his front door. They looked over the car and preceded to take it away. He supposedly ended up suing Mazda over it and getting another car.
To make a long story short the RX-7 was a total loss. He called the insurance company and only 24 hours after the incident, 2 engineers from Mazda show up at his front door. They looked over the car and preceded to take it away. He supposedly ended up suing Mazda over it and getting another car.
05-03-2003, 08:28 PM
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Originally posted by mad boxer
do you know how much does replacing the seals cost
and how about rebuilding the engine thanx
do you know how much does replacing the seals cost
and how about rebuilding the engine thanx
Between a Hyundai Santa Fe and an RX-7, I'd take the RX-7, knowing the maintanence on the Mazda would be more obviously.
05-03-2003, 10:22 PM
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What a coincidence. Just today, i was heading down the road, and this older model rx7 is messing w/ me. We're goin a little over the speed limit- no prob. Then this alero cuts us off, and them two go at it. 2 minutes later, im on my way home, and i pass the rx7, he pulls up next to me, and simultaneously we both floor it. (im in a 95 Max by the way) and he kept up pretty good till about 90 when i started pulling away. Soon after, i slowed down, and he wanted to play again, but it was time to turn off. Man, even those older model ones have something in them...
05-03-2003, 11:58 PM
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RX7's are the most misunderstood cars ever...
The rotary engines are not as bad as you think in terms of reliability.. The biggest issue is indeed heat.. Have you ever seen the stock cooling system on the 13B? Rediculous.. not only is the it slanted 45 degrees, there is no cool air going through it at all..
The biggest problems is when people start upgrading the 13B motor without using their heads.. These motors respond differently to the regular mods such as intakes and even exhausts. The problem is that these engines are very prone to blowing if the air/fuel mixutres are not properly monitored ...
BTW... Adam K used STOCK apex seals in his 9 sec RX7's. Mazda had a lot of ***** bringing out the rotary motors to the general public.. Unfortunately a lot fo the public never really understood how to care for an RX7. In the proper hands this car will continue to put smiles on peoples faces. I still wish i could get my hands on a COSMOS w/20B motor.. freakin CRAZY... Triple rotor..
BTW.. teh new RX8 is a freakin JOKE.. sad *** torque curvy and peaking hp makes the new renesis motor similar to the S2K... I want the RX7 back.. I want the turbo rotary..
ED
The rotary engines are not as bad as you think in terms of reliability.. The biggest issue is indeed heat.. Have you ever seen the stock cooling system on the 13B? Rediculous.. not only is the it slanted 45 degrees, there is no cool air going through it at all..
The biggest problems is when people start upgrading the 13B motor without using their heads.. These motors respond differently to the regular mods such as intakes and even exhausts. The problem is that these engines are very prone to blowing if the air/fuel mixutres are not properly monitored ...
BTW... Adam K used STOCK apex seals in his 9 sec RX7's. Mazda had a lot of ***** bringing out the rotary motors to the general public.. Unfortunately a lot fo the public never really understood how to care for an RX7. In the proper hands this car will continue to put smiles on peoples faces. I still wish i could get my hands on a COSMOS w/20B motor.. freakin CRAZY... Triple rotor..
BTW.. teh new RX8 is a freakin JOKE.. sad *** torque curvy and peaking hp makes the new renesis motor similar to the S2K... I want the RX7 back.. I want the turbo rotary..
ED
05-04-2003, 12:09 AM
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Originally posted by D-sta
An RX-7 is not a car for anyone. Its a car that requires a lot of attention and needs to have its maintenance done everytime. The FD3S usually is known for re-builts around 80,000 miles. The FC3S is known to last long if taken care of properly. Like mentioned before a maxima and RX-7 are very different cars. RX-7 is not a piece of **** like someone mentioned before, its actually a very good engine because it has only 3 moving parts in the engine.....2 rotors in the 13B rotary engine with an eccentric shaft, no valves nothing which means less complications if taken care of properly. Also rebuilding a rotary is much easier....I have seen people do it.
An RX-7 is not a car for anyone. Its a car that requires a lot of attention and needs to have its maintenance done everytime. The FD3S usually is known for re-builts around 80,000 miles. The FC3S is known to last long if taken care of properly. Like mentioned before a maxima and RX-7 are very different cars. RX-7 is not a piece of **** like someone mentioned before, its actually a very good engine because it has only 3 moving parts in the engine.....2 rotors in the 13B rotary engine with an eccentric shaft, no valves nothing which means less complications if taken care of properly. Also rebuilding a rotary is much easier....I have seen people do it.
I agree. There were some problems with the 3rd gens or the last generation they ever made, Overheating problems, cooling. But th eplus about them is that the engines can be rebuilt easily.
05-04-2003, 08:01 AM
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Screw the RX7... the RX8 is soon to be released!
05-04-2003, 09:07 AM
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Originally posted by 255HP_03_SE
Screw the RX7... the RX8 is soon to be released!
Screw the RX7... the RX8 is soon to be released!
screw you
j/k
05-04-2003, 09:14 AM
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Originally posted by mad boxer
screw you
j/k
screw you
j/k
05-04-2003, 09:41 AM
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Originally posted by 255HP_03_SE
lmaooo
nah but really the rx7's are great cars
05-04-2003, 10:30 AM
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this is the car im talking about .the dealer is like a half mile away from me
http://inventory.autotrader.com/inve...=any&sort=make
http://inventory.autotrader.com/inve...=any&sort=make
05-04-2003, 10:33 AM
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I'm getting this car but first i need to know how much it costs to tune up the whole car ,like new seals ,belts etc
any thoughts guys
thanx
any thoughts guys
thanx
05-04-2003, 11:12 AM
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May want to have a look at CarFax if you haven't already. Looks like at least one warning flag...
10/26/2002
65,571
New York
Inspection Station
New York City Area
Passed safety inspection
Failed emissions inspection
10/26/2002
65,571
New York
Inspection Station
New York City Area
Passed safety inspection
Failed emissions inspection
05-04-2003, 11:36 AM
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Originally posted by obiwan
May want to have a look at CarFax if you haven't already. Looks like at least one warning flag...
10/26/2002
65,571
New York
Inspection Station
New York City Area
Passed safety inspection
Failed emissions inspection
May want to have a look at CarFax if you haven't already. Looks like at least one warning flag...
10/26/2002
65,571
New York
Inspection Station
New York City Area
Passed safety inspection
Failed emissions inspection
thanx for the information .but what does that mean lol and by the way .u can get free carfax reports?
05-04-2003, 11:59 AM
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Originally posted by mad boxer
thanx for the information .but what does that mean lol and by the way .u can get free carfax reports?
thanx for the information .but what does that mean lol and by the way .u can get free carfax reports?
05-04-2003, 12:11 PM
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RX7's always have problems with emissions, considering the amount of oil they burn as well...
I dont really think that is totally a red flag..
ED
I dont really think that is totally a red flag..
ED
05-04-2003, 02:19 PM
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Originally posted by mad boxer
bumopoaf
bumopoaf
quit post whorring
05-04-2003, 02:57 PM
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Originally posted by MiniRX7
RX7's always have problems with emissions, considering the amount of oil they burn as well...
I dont really think that is totally a red flag..
ED
RX7's always have problems with emissions, considering the amount of oil they burn as well...
I dont really think that is totally a red flag..
ED
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