New Car!!!
Soyo
10-24-2003, 04:01 PM
ok so some of you may have noticed that I haven't been posting much lately, thats because I've been in the rx-7 boards a lot because I just bought a 91 rx-7 non-turbo! only $2250! yea so its not a 240sx but I already like it better, I know people will want pictures so I'll see what I can do sometime this week
grncivicdhr
10-24-2003, 04:10 PM
what model, gxl, gtu, gtu-s? i used to have a non turbo but i wasn't into cars when i owned it (no idea why tho?)
have you checked out www.teamfc3s.org ?
have you checked out www.teamfc3s.org ?
dayna240sx
10-24-2003, 07:06 PM
what model, gxl, gtu, gtu-s? i used to have a non turbo but i wasn't into cars when i owned it (no idea why tho?)
have you checked out www.teamfc3s.org ?
Its probably a coupe. In 1991 they only made a coupe, turbo II and a convertible model rx-7. They only made the GTUs in 1989 and I think only a handfull were made in 1990.
Good job Soyo, RX-7s are way better than 240sx's. (dont flame me, quote me or anything on that because its MY opinion)
have you checked out www.teamfc3s.org ?
Its probably a coupe. In 1991 they only made a coupe, turbo II and a convertible model rx-7. They only made the GTUs in 1989 and I think only a handfull were made in 1990.
Good job Soyo, RX-7s are way better than 240sx's. (dont flame me, quote me or anything on that because its MY opinion)
grncivicdhr
10-24-2003, 08:48 PM
thanks dayna, its been a few years since i had one. i'm a little rusty on the rx7 facts. soyo, congrads on the car, your gonna love it.
mynismo
10-24-2003, 11:41 PM
RX-7s are way better than 240sx's
so are maxima's...
:evillol:
went to norwalk tonite. best time of 15.404 @ 90.13 with a 2.364 60ft time. my other notable run was a 15.461 @ 91.05, with a 2.256 60 ft time.
and remember im still learning stick, i was granny shifting. once i get shifting down, launches, and a cold air intake, im easily looking at 14's.
:) im finally happy with my car
so are maxima's...
:evillol:
went to norwalk tonite. best time of 15.404 @ 90.13 with a 2.364 60ft time. my other notable run was a 15.461 @ 91.05, with a 2.256 60 ft time.
and remember im still learning stick, i was granny shifting. once i get shifting down, launches, and a cold air intake, im easily looking at 14's.
:) im finally happy with my car
clutch240
10-25-2003, 08:50 AM
Maxima's are nice. My friend had a 97 . he had it gutted and had a pretty nice body kit. Then a week later he put in some sparco seats and he totaled his car. Some 16 yr old chick who just got a civic t-boned him.
Once you get that shifting down and are able to double clutch and get extra rpm's out of a gear you should be real quick.
Once you get that shifting down and are able to double clutch and get extra rpm's out of a gear you should be real quick.
mynismo
10-25-2003, 11:00 AM
yea there's a lot you can do to them i heard... im not touching mine until next year though, maybe just a cold air intake, and practice shifting all winter. im glad i went out to the track right before they close next week, so im not wondering if i have a fast car or not for 6 months.
i wanted an rx7, but i also wanted a four-door... small cars are nice but i like nice cargo room. if any of you are thinking about getting a max 5spd, you won't be disappointed. make sure it's a v6 though, i believe the 92-94's have the same 190hp, but only 190tq. the 95+ have 190hp and 205tq.
i wanted an rx7, but i also wanted a four-door... small cars are nice but i like nice cargo room. if any of you are thinking about getting a max 5spd, you won't be disappointed. make sure it's a v6 though, i believe the 92-94's have the same 190hp, but only 190tq. the 95+ have 190hp and 205tq.
Soyo
10-25-2003, 01:35 PM
yea I can't wait... its in the shop for today and I'll have it either late tonight or tommorrow afternoon gotta practice some stick shift(only drivin stick a few times) and then save up some mulla!
oh and yes its a coupe, and I have been to www.teamfc3s.org I'm there like everyother day and any day I'm not I'm at either www.racingbeat.com or www.rx7trix.com ... I like to have a plan when I get a car
now if I could just find a job that would pay me like 20 dollars an hour I could afford to fix it up real quick haha :loser:
oh and yes its a coupe, and I have been to www.teamfc3s.org I'm there like everyother day and any day I'm not I'm at either www.racingbeat.com or www.rx7trix.com ... I like to have a plan when I get a car
now if I could just find a job that would pay me like 20 dollars an hour I could afford to fix it up real quick haha :loser:
publicenemy137
10-25-2003, 03:00 PM
What are so good about RX-7's??? I know they are rotary powered and churn out a lot of hp, but they don't got much low-end torque do they. Also which handles better, RX-7's or 240sx's?
Dorikin
10-25-2003, 03:03 PM
yea there's a lot you can do to them i heard... im not touching mine until next year though, maybe just a cold air intake, and practice shifting all winter. im glad i went out to the track right before they close next week, so im not wondering if i have a fast car or not for 6 months.
i wanted an rx7, but i also wanted a four-door... small cars are nice but i like nice cargo room. if any of you are thinking about getting a max 5spd, you won't be disappointed. make sure it's a v6 though, i believe the 92-94's have the same 190hp, but only 190tq. the 95+ have 190hp and 205tq.
What happened to the Z
i wanted an rx7, but i also wanted a four-door... small cars are nice but i like nice cargo room. if any of you are thinking about getting a max 5spd, you won't be disappointed. make sure it's a v6 though, i believe the 92-94's have the same 190hp, but only 190tq. the 95+ have 190hp and 205tq.
What happened to the Z
Soyo
10-25-2003, 03:04 PM
rx-7's handle much better than 240's, rx-7 body weight ratio is like exactly 50/50 and a 240 is lighter in the back making the back end swing around easier(which is what makes it a little better for a drift car) but really either way you'll be able to handle crazy good, as for torque... the rotary isn't as good for torque as the KA24DE but you can still get good numbers, and much better HP
mynismo
10-25-2003, 06:16 PM
What happened to the Z
sitting in the garage... very lonely
its not reliable and i get about 9mpg with it, its a hole in my pocket i don't have to deal with.
a few days ago i went out and bought a 95 maxima 5-spd. its great, really stock vs. stock it blows the 240 out of the water.
sitting in the garage... very lonely
its not reliable and i get about 9mpg with it, its a hole in my pocket i don't have to deal with.
a few days ago i went out and bought a 95 maxima 5-spd. its great, really stock vs. stock it blows the 240 out of the water.
dayna240sx
10-25-2003, 07:07 PM
What are so good about RX-7's??? I know they are rotary powered and churn out a lot of hp, but they don't got much low-end torque do they. Also which handles better, RX-7's or 240sx's?
RX-7's are awesome. They outhandle 240sx's like 100 times. They dont even "churn" out a lot of hp, but they are so incredibly light, you dont need much hp. BUT, with not a lot of money (if you know what your doing) you've got an 11 sec car (like mine :) ) The only downside of them is that they are maintance hogs. Dont drive under 3K rpms, change the oil every 2,500-3,000 miles, NEVER use synthetic oil, and you should have a car that will outlast any 240sx.
RX-7's are awesome. They outhandle 240sx's like 100 times. They dont even "churn" out a lot of hp, but they are so incredibly light, you dont need much hp. BUT, with not a lot of money (if you know what your doing) you've got an 11 sec car (like mine :) ) The only downside of them is that they are maintance hogs. Dont drive under 3K rpms, change the oil every 2,500-3,000 miles, NEVER use synthetic oil, and you should have a car that will outlast any 240sx.
Soyo
10-25-2003, 07:32 PM
and don't forget, never turn the car on, move it 20 ft, and turn it off, or you'll be asking the engine to flood for you, always let it run for like 2 min. minimum
plus how bad ace does dual exhaust look? I just love it
oh and does anyone know where I can get vents for the front? I would put a picture of what I'm talking about but I can't figure out how with this new scheme or whatever you call it, but they are right below the headlights, I think its in place of a light or reflector, not sure, I'll put a pic if someone will tell me how
plus how bad ace does dual exhaust look? I just love it
oh and does anyone know where I can get vents for the front? I would put a picture of what I'm talking about but I can't figure out how with this new scheme or whatever you call it, but they are right below the headlights, I think its in place of a light or reflector, not sure, I'll put a pic if someone will tell me how
dayna240sx
10-25-2003, 07:36 PM
plus how bad ace does dual exhaust look? I just love it
oh and does anyone know where I can get vents for the front? I would put a picture of what I'm talking about but I can't figure out how with this new scheme or whatever you call it, but they are right below the headlights, I think its in place of a light or reflector, not sure, I'll put a pic if someone will tell me how
Dual exhaust with supertrapps.... even better.
Post a pic and I tell you.
oh and does anyone know where I can get vents for the front? I would put a picture of what I'm talking about but I can't figure out how with this new scheme or whatever you call it, but they are right below the headlights, I think its in place of a light or reflector, not sure, I'll put a pic if someone will tell me how
Dual exhaust with supertrapps.... even better.
Post a pic and I tell you.
Soyo
10-25-2003, 07:46 PM
supertraps? info please...
Soyo
10-25-2003, 08:25 PM
ok here we go, the picture (this is not my car) but the vents on both sides under the headlights... where can I get some?
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
mynismo
10-25-2003, 09:14 PM
ok here we go, the picture (this is not my car) but the vents on both sides under the headlights... where can I get some?
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
do you know whose 240 that is????????
there was one at norwalk last nite that looked EXACTLY like that. same hood scoop, a lil off center. it was running low 12's.
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
do you know whose 240 that is????????
there was one at norwalk last nite that looked EXACTLY like that. same hood scoop, a lil off center. it was running low 12's.
grncivicdhr
10-25-2003, 09:21 PM
do you know whose 240 that is????????
there was one at norwalk last nite that looked EXACTLY like that. same hood scoop, a lil off center. it was running low 12's.
You mean RX7, thats the stock turbo hood for the TMIC.
as far as those vents go. is there anything even there? it looks like the front lenses were just removed.
there was one at norwalk last nite that looked EXACTLY like that. same hood scoop, a lil off center. it was running low 12's.
You mean RX7, thats the stock turbo hood for the TMIC.
as far as those vents go. is there anything even there? it looks like the front lenses were just removed.
dayna240sx
10-25-2003, 11:24 PM
ok here we go, the picture (this is not my car) but the vents on both sides under the headlights... where can I get some?
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
they are called "flash to pass" lenses
goto:
http://www.mazdatrix.com/n-1a.htm
for replacements
you can often times find them used, ebay, junkyard etc. I'm sure those methods would be cheaper..
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=568&size=big&password=&sort=1&cat=501
hopefully that works and someone can fill me in
they are called "flash to pass" lenses
goto:
http://www.mazdatrix.com/n-1a.htm
for replacements
you can often times find them used, ebay, junkyard etc. I'm sure those methods would be cheaper..
Soyo
10-26-2003, 12:55 AM
its about my new car why would it get moved? the moderator posted about his car last month so why don't you move to the appropriate forum
CrzyMR2T
10-26-2003, 01:45 AM
What are so good about RX-7's??? I know they are rotary powered and churn out a lot of hp, but they don't got much low-end torque do they. Also which handles better, RX-7's or 240sx's?
the fd3s suspension has multilink rear suspension, and double wishbone front, so im assuming the older fc3s has the same type of suspension set up, while the 240sx has the macpherson strut type on the front, and multilink rear. the double wishbone type on the front gives the car better handling, and better response over macpherson strut type, so i think the rx-7 has the better design, that is if the fc3s has the double wishbone front like the fd3s.
Dayna240sx, i dont think that rotaries last longer than pistons, esp in the older rotaries, because of the way they move, and the older ones had problems with its design, i forgot what it was. but the rotary rubs against the walls harder than piston engines, so you re gonna have to replace that more often, or the reliability isnt gonna be as good. you re more likely gonna need a rebuild for a rotary than a piston engine. im not saying its not reliable, i know if you take care of it well, it ll last, but not like piston engines.
the fd3s suspension has multilink rear suspension, and double wishbone front, so im assuming the older fc3s has the same type of suspension set up, while the 240sx has the macpherson strut type on the front, and multilink rear. the double wishbone type on the front gives the car better handling, and better response over macpherson strut type, so i think the rx-7 has the better design, that is if the fc3s has the double wishbone front like the fd3s.
Dayna240sx, i dont think that rotaries last longer than pistons, esp in the older rotaries, because of the way they move, and the older ones had problems with its design, i forgot what it was. but the rotary rubs against the walls harder than piston engines, so you re gonna have to replace that more often, or the reliability isnt gonna be as good. you re more likely gonna need a rebuild for a rotary than a piston engine. im not saying its not reliable, i know if you take care of it well, it ll last, but not like piston engines.
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 08:03 AM
No offense but this thread should have been moved to a more appropriate section of the forum long ago.
whats up with newbies acting like moderators all the time? if Brian wants to move it, he will.
I am getting sick of people replying to posts saying "this should be moved" If you dont like it, ignor it. Why must you complain all the time. This is the shit that makes me want to leave.
whats up with newbies acting like moderators all the time? if Brian wants to move it, he will.
I am getting sick of people replying to posts saying "this should be moved" If you dont like it, ignor it. Why must you complain all the time. This is the shit that makes me want to leave.
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 08:18 AM
Dayna240sx, i dont think that rotaries last longer than pistons, esp in the older rotaries, because of the way they move, and the older ones had problems with its design, i forgot what it was. but the rotary rubs against the walls harder than piston engines, so you re gonna have to replace that more often, or the reliability isnt gonna be as good. you re more likely gonna need a rebuild for a rotary than a piston engine. im not saying its not reliable, i know if you take care of it well, it ll last, but not like piston engines.
For the most part, your right, piston engines will last longer. But if you properly care for a rotary, they last a very long time. I've seen a 13b-REW last longer than 200,000 miles. My race car that I beat the hell out of finally died at 187,000 miles. I also had one that was at 230,000 miles, but it was totaled so ran, it just didnt "go". I've also seen websites of them with over 300,000 miles and still running.
Rebuilding a rotary is a ton easier than a piston engine also. Taking a rotary out, rebuilding it and putting it back in take about 6-8 hours. A piston engine? You probably have at least 8 hours just rebuilding it.
So basicly its all how you take care of it.
For the most part, your right, piston engines will last longer. But if you properly care for a rotary, they last a very long time. I've seen a 13b-REW last longer than 200,000 miles. My race car that I beat the hell out of finally died at 187,000 miles. I also had one that was at 230,000 miles, but it was totaled so ran, it just didnt "go". I've also seen websites of them with over 300,000 miles and still running.
Rebuilding a rotary is a ton easier than a piston engine also. Taking a rotary out, rebuilding it and putting it back in take about 6-8 hours. A piston engine? You probably have at least 8 hours just rebuilding it.
So basicly its all how you take care of it.
publicenemy137
10-26-2003, 10:03 AM
^ wow you must drive a shitload, do you take your cars to the track a lot?
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 10:17 AM
^ wow you must drive a shitload, do you take your cars to the track a lot?
I dont buy the cars new and drive the whole 200,000 or whatever miles. I get the cars with a ton of miles on them.
I dont really have time anymore to race my cars, but I used to. Heres a pic of my old race car (died at 187K miles)
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/64009scan-med.jpg
edit* Why dont my pics work? I uploaded them on AF's upload site... Can anyone see the pic? All I get is a red X. If not heres the site...
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=649&password=&sort=1&cat=500&page=1
I dont buy the cars new and drive the whole 200,000 or whatever miles. I get the cars with a ton of miles on them.
I dont really have time anymore to race my cars, but I used to. Heres a pic of my old race car (died at 187K miles)
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/64009scan-med.jpg
edit* Why dont my pics work? I uploaded them on AF's upload site... Can anyone see the pic? All I get is a red X. If not heres the site...
http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=649&password=&sort=1&cat=500&page=1
grncivicdhr
10-26-2003, 11:06 AM
is that a 12a or 13b? i think the 13b came in the first gen, right? the gsl-se?
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 01:12 PM
is that a 12a or 13b? i think the 13b came in the first gen, right? the gsl-se?
Yeah, in 1984-5 they made the gsl-se with the 13b, but mine had a stock 12a in it.
Yeah, in 1984-5 they made the gsl-se with the 13b, but mine had a stock 12a in it.
grncivicdhr
10-26-2003, 02:25 PM
this thread is making me miss my rx7. maybe someone wants to trade cars with me. or i should sell my 240 and get another rx7. what do you think i could get for it. its a 91 coupe, 5 spd, with 80k miles, minor dings worn paint, tokico hp shocks, tanabe gf210 springs, 15" se slloys with brand new yoko avs es100's and a set of 17" buddy club p1-2's. every mechanical problem with the car has been addressed. new cat, alternator, starter, and filters and such. new rotors and calipers as well.
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 02:46 PM
I'll sell you any of my rx-7's. The convertible needs work, I dont have time for it, I only bought it because the guy needed bail money. But you could fix it up and make a hefty profit on it. If you have time, it would make a good winter project. The Turbo II is NOT a daily driver and the GTUs needs a new engine (the one it has is definatly not rebuildable)...
Soyo
10-26-2003, 08:35 PM
IF YOU DON'T LIKE IT DON'T READ IT... you could simply click the back button on your browser and continue on your way instead of wasting your time typing a message that it should be moved and then arguing about it
your freakin retarded, and even brian talked about his plans for the car and other people gave advice, so go away
your freakin retarded, and even brian talked about his plans for the car and other people gave advice, so go away
Soyo
10-26-2003, 09:16 PM
about piston engines versus rotary and which lasts longer...
CrzyMR2T you said that rotaries rub more than piston engines... but it is acctually proven that rotary engines have less friction, and if you don't know, friction is rubbing, so piston engines rub more, not to be rude or yell at you and say your wrong, just pointing out research and facts
oh and dayna those aren't what is on that rx-7... http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/501/67256vent-med.jpg theres a better pic of what I'm talking about
incase that pic doesn't work you can see it here http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=721
CrzyMR2T you said that rotaries rub more than piston engines... but it is acctually proven that rotary engines have less friction, and if you don't know, friction is rubbing, so piston engines rub more, not to be rude or yell at you and say your wrong, just pointing out research and facts
oh and dayna those aren't what is on that rx-7... http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/501/67256vent-med.jpg theres a better pic of what I'm talking about
incase that pic doesn't work you can see it here http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=721
dayna240sx
10-26-2003, 09:55 PM
oh and dayna those aren't what is on that rx-7... http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/501/67256vent-med.jpg theres a better pic of what I'm talking about
incase that pic doesn't work you can see it here http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=721
What are you talking about they arent the ones...? So you dont want the light that is SUPPOSED to go there, you want vents? Why do you want vents? What would you be venting to? The battery? :iceslolan
I remember an aftermarket company that made them but I havent seen them for a while. I think it was feed or reamemiya (sp?)
incase that pic doesn't work you can see it here http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=721
What are you talking about they arent the ones...? So you dont want the light that is SUPPOSED to go there, you want vents? Why do you want vents? What would you be venting to? The battery? :iceslolan
I remember an aftermarket company that made them but I havent seen them for a while. I think it was feed or reamemiya (sp?)
Soyo
10-26-2003, 11:31 PM
What are you talking about they arent the ones...? So you dont want the light that is SUPPOSED to go there, you want vents? Why do you want vents? What would you be venting to? The battery? :iceslolan
I remember an aftermarket company that made them but I havent seen them for a while. I think it was feed or reamemiya (sp?)
well the driver side one would be I guess :lol: but the passenger side one would vent to the intake after an aftermarket intake was installed
so theres my reasoning for wanting them :iceslolan
I remember an aftermarket company that made them but I havent seen them for a while. I think it was feed or reamemiya (sp?)
well the driver side one would be I guess :lol: but the passenger side one would vent to the intake after an aftermarket intake was installed
so theres my reasoning for wanting them :iceslolan
dargonsx
10-27-2003, 02:13 PM
I had a rx-7 befor i got my 240 i think the rx-7 handls alot better than the 240.
Automotive Network, Inc., Copyright ©2026