So You Want a Mazda RX-7
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- Опубликовано: 22 июл 2024
- So You Want a Mazda RX-7
The Mazda RX-7 is arguably one of the most iconic JDM cars that still to this day turn heads anywhere they go. Powered by the unique Wankel rotary engine the Mazda RX-7 is one of those cars that is not only highly desirable by many enthusiasts but is also argued to be one of the most unreliable cars you can pick up. So you want to own a Mazda Rx-7? Well, today you are in luck because we sat down with Alex to get his input on the timeless rotary JDM legend.
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Simple Guide to owning an RX7(Or Rotary Powered vehicle):
1) Oil Changes. Oil changes should be done on a rotary powered car every 1000-1500 miles. Idemitsu 20w50 Synthetic works the best for me.
2) Change all the fluids. This is a given to most car guys when the buy a used car to change EVERY fluid in the car because you cant always take the Seller's word for everything.
3) Always Premix. Did you delete your OMP? Premix. Do you still have your OMP? Premix. OMP(oil metering pump) squirts oil into a rotary's rotating assembly to help lubricate the internals and seals. Whether you have it or not, premix saves lives.
4) Redline a day. Rotaries are SEVERELY prone to carbon build up and failure. You cant drive it like a grandma. You have to drive it like a racecar. Everywhere. If you redline it once a day, it will help clear out carbon deposits that can cause your motor to eventually fail. A redline a day keeps the apex seals at bay.
5) Cooling. Rotary engines get EXTREMELY hot. Cooling mods should are a must for FD owners when they first get the car. In the case of the FD, a vented hood, bigger radiator or even V Mount setup, heat tape, bigger intercooler and other small goodies can help solve the heating issues. Forums help.
6) Back to Oil. The rotary engine consumes much more oil than a normal Piston engine, due to the OMP and also being as hot as the sun when running. Check the oil level regularly.
7) Install an AFR gauge(Air Fuel Ratio). Any engine that leans out(less fuel:more air) tends to break or even blow up. Rotaries are no exception, yet they are much more fragile. Take it to your local tuner if something doesnt look right.
8) POWER. Turbos are a great way to make the Rotary much more powerful, but in return you will need MUCH bigger injectors and a massive fuel pump to make high HP numbers. Also would need a good ECU, like Haltech or Apexi Power FC. The Power FC has been a personal favorite of mine.
9) Adding onto Power, PORTING. Porting is essentially adding bigger, badder camshafts to a piston engine. There are Stock ports(OEM), Streetport, Bridgeport and Peripheral Port. Stock ports are good but are limited to the amount of air the motor can flow. Streetport adds more air and allows better flow and can sometimes be used with the stock ECU, longevity remains somewhat the same. THE ALLMIGHTY BRIDGEPORT. Bridgeport is what gives the Rotary the common BRAPBRAPBRAP exhaust note at idle. Great power, spools turbos instantly, sounds incredible, but... Longevity drops big time and fuel economy drops severly. The motor will not last as long. P-Port(peripheral port) is usually strictly for racing as it gets terrible mpg and has a very unsteady idle. But makes amazing power.
10) Last but not least, have fun with it. Whether you have a Rotary, 2JZ, RB... *cough* LS *cough*, it's your car and YOU should have fun with it. She does require more maintenance than the average car but you'll get to know every little thing about it. If you take care of your rotary powered car, itll last you a long time. Happy Brapping!
P.S. If anyone wants to correct me or add onto this list, please do. I'm not 100% correct and everyone has their different ways of going about how they should fix or work on their cars. Thanks!!
Edit: Only use synthetic oil if you have removed the factory OMP. Carbon Build up from Synthetic oil in the combustion chamber of a rotary will kill it really fast. Either remove the OMP entirely and just premix or use a non-synthetic oil if you plan on keeping your OMP.
you forgot about adopting religion so you would have a deity to pray to for some semblance of reliability
simple guide....this ain't it my guy
Former FC owner here. Everything you said is true. May I add to never put cheap gas in the list. Alway buy supreme 94 octane.
I dont own or have never owned a rotary car, but I think its a wise decision to let the car warm up before you drive
Not a bad list! Point 3 though - really don't have to premix if you have a functioning OMP. Just doing more harm than good and wasting money on premix. Just have to check that the hardlines of the OMP are in good condition. And point 7 - AFR gauge is pretty much useless. If your car is tuned properly then your AFRs should be fine. If you lean out and you notice it on your gauge, it's too late and the damage is done. I'd place the importance on a tune by a reputable tuner.
I bought my first RX7 at Seventeen and working on it over the years I've now got my mechanic certification license without having to go to school because of this damn car
Really nice catch i am proud of u
True...If I took a course for certification I might pass as well...but I'm sick.
That's fucking awesome. Great job
College is gay, an rx7 is cheaper lol
Deatherage performance I’m turning 16 and buying one soon
seeing an RX-7 FD in the wild is like seeing a unicorn
I just look in my garage lol. Love looking at it and driving it
Not in Southern California. We are bad asses.
I saw one recently but was barely able to get a look at it because of this big dumb suv in front of it... huge opportunity missed. Screw you suv
Fax
I saw one yesterday and was staring at it and my wife though I was looking at another girl lmao
FB= financial buy, FC= financial crisis, FD= financial disaster. I currently have a 88 rx7 s4.
That's pretty funny... I've had a few... My favorite was my 1st gen
I've had my S4 FC for about 10 months now and I totally agree
Financial burden ?
I had a 1982 GS and it ran like a top, never had a issue...... And I didn't pre mix. Never knew it was a thing. Changed the oil every 3k. I loved that car and the rotary engine.... So smooth, but it was small and I needed more room. Wish I still had it.
@@Rayzaa101 I like the FB. never been into the FCs though. My current is an FD.
It's definitely like having a girlfriend or a "VERY" stay at home wife... BUT SHE A 10 THO!
CHUTNEY 2020 couldnt have Said it better myself
this is the best explanation
@@user3161 but who said sumthin wuz wrong withit :)?
CHUTNEY 2020 nothing wrong with stay at home wives
@@zeke2095 agreed. But 2 can be expensive.
the FD has the best looking stock body ever, dont @ me
ah, i see that you’re a man of culture as well.
Doubt many people are going to argue with that. They’re just extremely expensive
Na fanboy FC's are
Nikki Fc Fanboys will be here soon😂
@@Fadz-zg6bt No, not at all!
An fd rx7 is my dream car. It’s what got me into cars in the first place. It has everything you want; the looks, the sound, the personality, and the speed.
I used to own a 92 fd, one of my biggest regrets in life is letting that car go. Your review is spot on, down to the apex seal I busted, one school night in 2003, going 158 down an empty road against no one. God damn....
It may be broken, but it's unique
If it's broken, it's unique
Shit had me dying when he said that
That’s where LS swaps come in handy
@@grandtorino7709 see I'm a purist lol so I'd let it sit in the garage untill the rebuild .. again.. lol
James Collins well I love JDM but I’m a muscle guy at heart so I have no problem LS swapping anything at all. Power to the purists tho, it takes patience and passion.
Rotary engine:
-no torque
-bad mpg
-unrealiable
-oil slurper 9000
But we still love them anyways
JDM er forgot expensive repairs
@@111rr5 and also apex seal terminator
And also revving the engine as high as you can because the sky is the limit
Don’t know why everyone says no torque my rx7 500hp and 570nm of torque it comes in late compared to a lot of piston engines though
might be mistaken so don't cut my tongue out lol but i THINK Dahm said he had more torque out of his current wankel build(sorry cant remember if its a 2 or 3rotor rn) than the stock Ls from the rotary-vette...
"is there something that sounds like an rx-7 that isnt an rx-7"
an rx-8
that car is cool but isn't as beautiful as the rx-7
what about AN AREOVETTE
Bruh thats just a ford
Nope that’s a 4 rotor
An RX3
You know what I’m 13 and my dad has had a RX-7 for as long as I can remember my mom said he had it before I was born but I only seen him drive it like 3 times in my whole life and all the other times he was with his friends in the garage working on it
Accurate.
My dad has one to but its flawless
Sounds about right, kinda like the rest of us. 🤣🍻
sounds about right .
Your hole life?
Rumor has it if you BRAAAHP STUSTUSTU three times in a row, Rob Dahm, the daddy dorito himself, shall appear before you and grant you three wishes
😂
One wish for every apex seal
If it's one for every apex seal then i best get myself a four rotor get 12 wishes.
i believe its actually Rob Dahm, Mad Mike, and the Vargas brothers that all appear and take you to Rotary heaven
Wish for 3 complete 26b's and hope they each last longer than a month.
I will rather swap a corvette with a 13b-rew than a rx7 with a ls
How disrespectful
Dahm...
Rob dahm is doing that for ls fest check him out
@@analia0916 what wrong with interracial love? Come on it's 2019.
PAKTRA PRODUCTIONS that’s not irrational love that’s just me coming up to you and spiting you in the face and walking away and act like nothing happened Is so stupid like keep the engine in the 13b In the rx7 and keep the Ls in the vettes they work great with each other
I imported a '95 rhd FD about a year ago and it's such a wild car. It's my dream car and has been my whole childhood. The feeling when I walk out doing something unrelated and see it sitting in my garage is so surreal still. Whether I'm driving it or working on it, it's an amazing car.
I just bought an 82. My first car was a 79 and I bought it in the late 90s, blew the engine because I was an idiot in a small town and NOBODY knew about the rotaries. I love this thing. In one day I had 3 strangers ask me about her.
Almost every car dude I've met young and old has some kinda love for rx7s I'll never part with my 94 FD
you will one day
@@mracidman2536 yeah when I die lol
For years I'd always see FDs in passing and couldn't figure out where the door handle was!
Still got it?
What about "So you want a 240z"? we can get some past experiences with the car that you've had
That sounds interesting. Also it might need to include the 260Z, as it was like a 240Z that was nerfed by smog devices.
That sounds interesting. Also it might need to include the 280Z, as it was like a 260Z that was nerfed by crash bumpers.
Expect lots of cracked dashes, half assed projects with lots of issues for high price. . . . Because drift tax yo!
@@nicksheen The 280Z had another problem. It had EFI, but very limited diagnostics. I think the 1981 280ZX gained the system where you unfold a paper clip to get an error code. The 280ZX turbo had no water cooled bearings, so it is importatnt to idle before shutdown.
Got my '94 FD about a month ago. Finally having my dream car for 20 years was a very proud moment that I will never forget. Keep up the good work. Loved the video.
How is it ??
It’s treating me well because I treat it well.
J Byrd have you had to spend crazy amounts of money? I’m looking at an FD but I’m not mechanically inclined, does it matter ?
Honestly, with them being so old, it all depends on how well the last owner took care of it. You do have to face the facts that it’s an old car and you’re going to have to put more money into it than a newer car. I personally haven’t had anything go wrong with the car. All of my money has been spent towards it because I want it to, not because of any problems. And I’ve had it for about a year and a half.
J Byrd did you buy yours from a dealership? I’m thinking finance would be better than buying it on one go?
Rx7 is simply the greatest car ever made In my opinion
My 2yr old daughter opened the notifications and sat watching. She may have been the first view 😂
Chris K bro I was literally looking at one at offer up as soon as I typed it the notification literally popped up
I was like tf who knows Im barely looking at one
Ayeee!! That's super dope! Tell her we said thank you! 🙌
You have successfully summoned Rob Dahm himself if he does not appear then he does not approve
Let's not forget the Rx7 fb was in Group B
And group c
"Mad mike whiddet"
But not in group A
0hjaa 3.0 - They did run in Group A rallying for a short period in 1981-1983.
Dude the first gen is so forgetten and unloved for little to no reason. it was amazing for its time.
RX7 FD has been my dream car for the last 18 or so years. At the time I knew nothing about it's engine, I just really liked how it looks. I always wanted one. But you either have to have a lot of money to spend on a car or learn everything about it. So year ago I had an opportunity to buy an FC and I absolutely love the uniqueness. It's not just a car. It's something else. So in a year I learned a ton about FC checking and repairing it and I think I might be able to restore it in the next year or two to it's almost original state. And when I'll have the money, free space and when the opportunity comes, I am going to buy an FD. And it's getting closer and closer.
I would never think it'd be possible but dreams come true if you come towards them.
Thank you for this inspiring comment :D
how's the build coming along? The FC is a dream car for me!
fell in love with the fd then saw a fc3s and then realised love at first site... yea to me the fc is the best.. i love them never, had any problems other than rust repair because of being a barn find sat for 14 years and still runs, rx7 community is insane
Is that your fc in ur pfp?
I always click on RX-7 videos, nice one going to check out the rest of the channel. If you're not a mechanic, owning an RX-7 will make you a mechanic
The 13b is a love and hate thing. Like having the perfect hot girl friend with body odor.
😂😂😂
More like a hot girl friend with tourettes who constantly goes mental at random times
😂
I wouldn't say body odor I would say more like hot gf whose also a little fucking insane and carzy
Hot girlfriend with body odor and some messed up teeth. She's, also broke and has an elementary school education.
Subscribed and love the video.
Bought my first car at 16 and it was a 85 rx7 even was working at a shop but never heard of a rotary engine. Got home paid for my self called my father up and was so excited. He called me an idiot and said it was trouble I said why wtf he said it has a rotary and let me tell you it was a very long summer of learning but so soo worth it.
But older now and that car has been gone for some time as i was young and moved everywhere over the country with an ex (stupid I know) but now I am working and saving towards a 93 fd rx7.
I work 7 days on 7 days off and let me tell you the days off are going to be longer then 16 hour days haha.
If your in it for the feel and you put real effort and realize you may be choosing on parts rather then eating like a king or queen till next pay day and want to take pride in something you built your way for you hats off in my books it's worth it and when it's all done and over the feeling you have of accomplishment will definitely out way those many days of noodles for dinner😜
I just started my apprenticeship and when I eventually gathered enough money to buy one I'll definitely do it.
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So you want a MR2
*takes foot off accelerator round a corner and dies*
1st gen please
...snap oversteers into fucking outer space
@@fyfeierockerzuu 2nd gen.. notorious. 3rd gen... Best track car you can buy
fed Z until you talk ur foot off the accelerator
Got my FD out of the shop this week. Had 4 compliments between the shop and the storage.
I love my RX-7!
I never forget one of my closest friends telling me that his rotary is essentially a poker machine but he wouldn't trade it for the world. Both him and his GF drive one. Needless to say I drove it once, amazing.
Also don't get me started on Han's Rx-7. God Damn.
Thanks for the credit for using my footage! Great video!!
As an rx7 owner for 17 years this video had me cracking up! Good job! lol
An FD has always been my dream car. I'm going to get one eventually
@@markmcconnell5911 update? Did you get one yet
I love how I literally asked for this video, and a week later you drop this. Nowhere near my birthday but thanks guys
Hey we aim to please 😁
I keep coming back to this vid just for the intro to hear this dude impersonate an RX7. Puts a smile on my face
Waiting for that “So You Want a R32” video since I just picked mine up last weekend and loving it
Nice to see our suggestions are taken in :). I'm an SA owner (the gen before the FB) and it's always awesome to see some more rotary content. Great vid, keep it up.
Oh wait, did I mention that it's a DD....
This is why Im lucky enough to have the best of both worlds. I have always, since I was a little kid wanted a RX7 but was never ready for it. Grinded out some tough years with crappy cars, Tiburons, golfs, couple trucks, my rusted swiss cheese Z31 300zx first car lol learning mods, trial and error days. Bought myself a 3rd gen 89 Iroc, fully built 355, LS swap in the works, my track car. When the time was right I finally picked up my first RX7, completely stock 88 FC and man, what a car, that jdm interior smell, the feel of it, sound, I dont care how unreliable, or slow it may be. It gives me some of the best moments and happiness Ive ever had in a car! Now to have both a v8 thrash hill billy of a car, and my sunday rotary, theres no beating it!
If u don't abuse it its a really good car: just warm it up before revving, keeping it in a garage, doing a good and regular maintenance
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Man the RX-7 has a vibe that everyone can connect with
except americans that make LS swaps...
@@syclone We all have different tastes plus do you blame them that rotary engine does have it's moments
@@milo631 1) dont take it personally 2) one must have shit taste to destroy an rx7 tbh, imagine an iconic mustang with a non-muscle engine
@@syclone True, can't argue with that and I guess I am taking it a bit too personal
It's an amazing car to own. Hands down one of the best choices I made. I've literally have every problem but motor issues.
My dad told me this story about a kid he knew growing up who bought an FD the first year they came out (Which is crazy considering my dad grew up in a farming community in _Canada.)_ The kid ended up hitting a ditch with it and went and traded what was left of it for a Mustang. He still scoffs at that to this day and this is my dad, Mr. Mustang 350. These cars are timeless and I'm kicking around buying an FC right now.
you definitely need to know how the rotary works before buying. also finding out what mods everyone is doing (rx7/rx8club, etc) and what things are weak on the car from the factory is really beneficial. i'd say premixing isn't so bad but that's because i'm used to seeing my dad premixing gas for our 2 stroke dirt bikes when i was younger. and just remember that the consequences for mistakes or mistreatment won't be as forgiving as a piston engine. tbh my 94 fd has taught me a lot mostly because it forced me to take initiative and look things up (usually because an issue comes up since it is 25 year old now). most importantly. i would say HAVE A PLAN AND KNOW WHAT YOU WANT or else you'll spend a lot of money very quickly.
cool vid tho!
Owned 5 rx7s never had any problems. All of them wear daily drivers, two were modified, and gas was okay not terrible. What many have come to find out where the years was the lack of knowledge from people who own them. It's more of a human error than mechanical error. I've seen the inline 6 and 8 cylinders break many times over as well
Every engine has its own problems and breaks from time to time...
The rotary just is a different kind of engine and is a pain in the ass to keep running properly!
It needs the proper "know-how"!
That's it!
👍
Shit no wonder my car keeps breaking down. I drive a 1 cylinder car and I can never find any other things shaped like a cylinder to replace it if it ever goes out
saw about 10 rx7 fds and 5 fcs in the parking lot in front of a specialty shop. coolest thing i’ve ever seen
I'm planning on getting a rx-7 for my 22 or 21 birthday because I want to experience more in-depth things about working on a car and modifying, rn I'm 17 and still learning with a gli jeta but I'm getting there.. yay
Over a year into FD ownership and have loved every day of it. Maintaining it while at uni is hard tho :/
Yeah, I definitely plan to get one in the near future. Of course, I'm going to have to learn a lot about how to maintain it but I am willing to put up with it for this beauty of a car.
Thanks for the shoutout bro! LOVE THIS SEGMENT! Look forward to seeing you guys out here for 7's Day?
Thanks for the shout-out @Fitment Industries / @Alex.
I own a fd. The key is a good rotary engine builder, quality mods,cooling ,good maintenance and a great tuner. I am at 425 rwhp for 4 years no issues. Oops forgot one premix!!! Brap on rotards
Not gonna lie, 0:34 gave me an eargasm >o<
I had the chance to drive a modified, 350 whp FD in Japan last month (Fun2Drive guided tour of Hakone's mountain passes, I highly recommend them, best day of my car enthusiast life), and I just fell instantly in love with that car when I started driving it. The car sang in the most beautiful voice I've ever heard, the handling felt incredible in the corners, like if the car was rotating around the driver's seat, and the acceleration is so good >o<
Guess what is my new dream car lol, I'm gonna need to start saving money
Wow!! Alex I'm Proud Of Y'alls Growth I Remember When I Started Watching y'all's channel back at the 80k subs. Just wow Bro Congratulations 🤟
I bought my FD, and I've never been happier in my life! I absolutely love it!
The Rx7 is like your average girlfriend... Sweet and expensive!
No it's like a high maintenance former Olympic athlete with super model looks that will never fade.
And loud 😏
@@frenchbanditi5971 and it will bitch a lot if you don't treat them right.
@@GlassTopRX7 That is the best analogy I've ever heard. Well done bud. I have two FD's....does that make me really lucky or really stupid?
@@jonathansmith1754 it makes you a cheater.
The video I've been waiting for my entire life!!!!!
Got a FC myself, and it's been a strong love-hate but more love than hate. I got super lucky & traded a pew-stick for mine. Had less than 150k miles, running and driving, and I still daily it every now and again. No matter how frustrating it can be working on, as soon as I hop in and drive it I fall in love again with a big grin even if it's N/A 😍
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yo just found this vid! nice break down of the car :) youve earned a sub
I'm a series 8 RX7 RS owner and I learnt the hard way that I should stop caring about fuel efficiency and reliability by changing gears too early and ruining my engine.
:-(
Been waiting on this 4 a while😂 my first car was an fc at 15yrs old.. couldnt drive it for a while tho🥴
Dude literally EVERYTHING you said about rx7s is how I feel too. Some swaps are nice I won’t lie but purist gang at the end of the day lol still love the whole community. Anyways, I’ve only had one car which was a ‘04 rx8 because it was the closest I could get at the time, but I don’t have it anymore and I haven’t had another in a long time because of bs financial issues lol but once I work it out I’m purely determined to get one and I know I will one day. Oh yeah and, subscribed for sure hahaha keep it up man!
Edit: (04’) turned to (‘04) lol that bothered me too much looking at that. Had to
Thank you for the sub! Glad to hear you enjoy the content!
Getting my first rotery Saturday, can't wait
So you want to be pressured into ls swapping your unreliable dorito boi
😂
It’s Yvngbobby imagine you're at a car meet... you are chilling with the Speed3 and Miata boys showing off your FC teasing each other. Then a guy with a backwards hat and light up sunglasses blasting YMW Melly - "Murder on my mind" pulls up with his RX-7 shell his daddy bought him that sounds like a corvette. That's the swap bois.
2jz swap rx7 best swap
Boi why would you take the rotary out of an rx7. Ruins the whole rx7 vibe and you look/ sound like a dickhead
@@iwearaxo7721 what if you want a more reliable experience? Not saying you should swap it, but i can see why others would do it
Never had reliability problems, 180+km and never been opened. Only have problems when people don’t know what they’re doing.
Apex seals need to be replaced every 50k miles and requires engine tare down...what are you saying?
Assuming you mean 180k and not just 180kms. And not true a well taken care of 13b can go to 100k miles before rebuild, especially the older ones(I can't remember exactly why right now but there is a reason the older ones, 88 and older last longer.) also 50k miles is 80k kms and is about the low end of the standard interval for rebuild if you don't want to eat your seals. doesn't necessarily need it though. Most rx7s for sale in japan are at about 100-120k kms on first build because its not worth it for them to rebuild it at that point.
@@darknautic3645 no they dont dick weed, ive had one for 120xxxks and its still got perfect compression lmao
Necrodead uh ya, I have an 84 gsl-se 1.3b and they’re relatively cheap to rebuild. Mines minty and still has great power and is an unopened engine, destroyed the rear diff in fact doing clutch drops on slicks.
I watch this video so much lol. I'm basically going to be converting my rx8 to an rx7 here shortly😍
My dad owned 2 rx-7 fbs throughout my childhood and I fondly remember taking rides in them, it's been my dream to pick one up for a while now. Finding the funds and a place to store it is the big issue right now, and being in Buffalo, NY means I can only really drive it 7-8 months out of the year
This is wonderful video, i still want to get a FC for my car collection but make a plain FC into a sleeper
3 rotors drop right in to FC chassis!
I have 3 they are a gift from God
I own an fd, and man is this car magical. Makes anyone smile when they're driving it.
I'm currently repainting my 88 with 46V. It's already jammed and gets full color next Saturday. There isn't a community in Connecticut for these cars. In the last 10 years I've only seen one other.
I learned how to drive stick on my best friend's 83 rx7 that he let me borrow after blowing up my old chevy s10. My first (and only so far) turbo car was a modified cx7 (cooler than it sounds), I can't wait to own an rx7 and a ms3 or ms6 some day.
Do a “So you want a Honda Civic “
They're fantastic! Slow, reliable, cheap parts and maintenance...
But that fucking internal ignition coil on the old TEC distributors...
James Haulenbeek I was talking more bout the k20 and k24 si , only ones I really like and the em1
@@SneakerBrainz still slow and reliable, with slightly more expensive parts.
If they're gonna talk about it though, it wouldn't make any sense to talk about 2-3 specific models without talking about what predated them. And considering the long history of the civic, it would be either a long video, or Alex would be talking insanely fast.
Or a CRX!
Yeah, civics are slow. I'm not bashing (except for EM2's - garbage). My '91 sedan is my favorite, and it's very slow.
And before you come back with "but the new Type R" or "my buddies supercharged"... civics are slow. Anyone who knows them, knows that.
However, they're fun as hell to drive, and cheap as hell to boost - which makes them fast.
“So you want to own any vehicle, let me tell you why your wrong for choosing that.”
I used to have a 1st Gen RX7 it was a 1982 all black with red or burgundy interior. It was one of the best cars ever on. They used to call me the lawnmower man at work because the way it sounded and I had it's Bridgeport it. Just to let you know I just ordered a T-shirt and also donate it hopefully I can win the set of wheels keep up the good content
Hey thank you for the support and the purchase! Also lol did you like being called the lawnmower man? 😂
"You're going to be tearing into more than your buddy with a WRX" I don't know. I mean, they seem to be tearing into theirs a fair bit too. The way you drive a rotary would have an EJ shaking it's rods. You could have said Civic or Prius and I would have believed you. Loved the video. Good work here
Thanks for the support! Glad to hear that you enjoy the video!
This is like getting a tattoo and researching if they hurt
So you want a 240sx nexts
Jay Munoz i commented the same thing ,
True
More like: So you want a 240
The real 240 is Swedish
outstanding video man hey just out of curiosity you said you had one yourself I was wondering if you could post a picture here on the comments or maybe do a video on it I don't know just curious.thanks for the video.
I have an FD its a love hate relationship. When I bought it I didn't know a rotary existed I just wanted the body. 7 years later its a never ending build. Everything stock needs to be replaced for it to be any kind of reliable and make power and I mean EVERYTHING down to the harness. Parts are expensive and reliable honest shops are hard to come by too.
I own rx7 more than a year ago, but I have never been able to drive it.
Despite that, I love it
U bought a broken rx7 ?
@@tempestpotato74 yes :( I'm trying to swap my FC to a 13B-REW engine
So I was lucky enough that I found one RX-7 just parked in a bldg no claim it for 6 moths so I claim the car at the local DMV and now I am the owner thanks for this video it’s going the help me a lot, the car it fine starts and runs it just needs a lil of work
That’s so crazy because he’s right. I wrote a college dissertation on the development and operation of the rotary engine. I can totally understand the following
owned a first gen rx-7 for about 5 years and didn't have many problems at all. I wish i could get one again. I'll work my way up the ladder.
It's gonna be a fun adventure
~Your Wallet
Yea, you hit the high points. Seems obvious but most people don't consider any of that stuff before buying one. People get too locked up into the novelty of it and don't level with the reality of owning one
YUP! My buddy is exhibit-A. lol
The reality of owning one is pretty great. I've had an FC for a couple of months and it's just a blast to throw around
@@majesticcaveman im referring to the FD. the FB and FC are pretty manageable.
People want to own one but are afraid most of the time
Deffinately planning on buying a 2002 Type R version! There are a few RX7s from all generations for sale in Australia.
Rotary engines can be a pain in the ass I grew up with rx7s and rx3s and a 1974 repu yeah my dad has blown over 5 motors I don’t know how many times we have rebuilt motors, But it’s so much fun.
Love my FC even though it just sits in my shed and isnt running but that's ok with me, I'll never sell it.
Once upon a time, I had an 89 GTU. My dad said very specifically that it sounded like driving a 170 hp blender, but he took highway off ramps at fifty in second gear and you know what? The grins on his face were ear to ear. I, however, crashed it into a post, airborne off of a speed bump. Sideways. Damn I miss that car. It was like the finicky crazy girlfriend that was great in bed and terrifying when waking up.
New Zealand represent 😜 shout out to Mad Mike ripping it up in his 26B RADBUL batty (RX7)
I just watched this for the first time because I'm looking for a first car and I think I just fell in love, this car is a car I would have a wet dream of.
The RX-7 did not start with the FB, it started with the SA (1979-1980), which was the first two letters of the chassis number (before we got VINs in the US).
Chassis number SA22C xxxx
can we start a stock wheels series?? OEM wheels often came out with a few sets depending on vehicle variant, i.e sports vs base, usdm vs jdm etc. Some stock wheels are rare and made by OE manufactures e.g Enkei made WRC Tarmac Evo wheels
i’ve been looking at wheels and there’s just way too many after market, was thinking of finding an old stock set same brand as my car (infiniti) to put on, just for a cool quirk about it and an iykyk mod
I found 92 fd with 60k miles and in pretty good condition and the engine hasn't been opened once, how long will it work before the apex seals are gonna need a change? Should i buy it or should i look for another one
My rx7 has only 50,000 miles but with proper maintenance and care she drives like a dream.
FC is the best generation of RX7's don't @ me
Nah FB is...
Where my FC gang at?
fc is just so beatifull... fb is cool but fc still wins my heart
FD looks the best
@@1klikesfrombots436 FB?
Not at all...
Just because it's the first gen. doesn't mean it's the best...
This is as good as Up To Speed imo. Supra next!!
nothing will ever come close to matching the energy, positive vibes and useful facts that radiate from up to speed and James Pumphreys presence.
This is better than Up to Speed
@@Pacemaker_fgc false
@@currybomber1732 I used to really look forward to Up To Speed each week but the constant shouting and "LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING, LIGHTNING" has gotten too much. And don't even get me started on the _college lecture Jake_ skit and the "moa powa babay" & #hrsprs shit. Those jokes have really ran their course.
@@currybomber1732 truth, Pumphreys is funny as hell, but these are still enjoyable as well. Different kind of humor.
I don't this gets mentioned enough... but the rotary engine sound is absolutely amazing.
What is the name of the bronze w machined lip rim over your right shoulder? And does it come in 20"