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Old 02-21-2005, 12:54 AM   #1
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???what to check before buying 1990 rx7 gxl???

what should i check before buying a 1990 gxl??? and how can i check these things?
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Old 02-21-2005, 01:24 AM   #2
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Re: ???what to check before buying 1990 rx7 gxl???

you might wanna check the FAQ thread on top
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Old 02-21-2005, 05:17 AM   #3
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With a 90 GXL, I would first take off the radiator cap and check for bad coolant seals. If the coolant doesn't bubble badly (after you have started the car) I would then replace the cap and drive it. If there are no noticeable problems, do a compression test afterwards to make sure both rotors have near same compression (takes 15 minutes). These cars either run great or don't run. I think a coolant seal test and compression test would reveal the 2 silent problems that FCs have. Anything else you would probably notice while driving.
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Old 02-21-2005, 11:09 AM   #4
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Re: ???what to check before buying 1990 rx7 gxl???

the engine runs nicely when warm, but the engine needs to b reaplace soon and i have no idea where to look for a quality rebuilt for not that much $$ anyone have any ideas???
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Re: ???what to check before buying 1990 rx7 gxl???

try this

your answers are here!!!
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Old 02-21-2005, 07:17 PM   #6
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Re: ???what to check before buying 1990 rx7 gxl???

god, i love my FAQ thread, hahaha
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