Ls1 Rx-7
08-27-2006, 06:19 PM
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Ls1 Rx-7
1993 Mazda Rx-7 LSR-1 (R1 edition with V8 Conversion)
Engine/Drive-train:
2001 C5 Corvette LS1, T56 6spd Transmission, LS1 PCM Re-flash, Dokota Digital SGI-5, Baker Electronix VATS Bypass, Injen Technology Power-Flow Cold Air Intake, Injen Technology Oil Catch Can, Injen Technology Radiator Overflow Can, Injen Technology SS Dual Independent Exhaust System, Hinson Supercars Aluminum Driveshaft, Hinson Supercars Subframe, Hinson Supercars Torque Arm Brace, Hinson Supercars Cooling System, Hinson Supercars SS Clutch Line, Hinson Supercars Aluminum Race Radiator, FAL Single Cooling Fan, K2 Fabrication Radiator Shield, A’PEXi Electronic Meters (oil temp, oil press., water temp, fuel press., egt), A’PEXi Data Link Unit, Sun Auto Hyperground Kit, SunAuto GT Igntion Pack, FAST Alum. Billet Fuel Rails, Underdrive Pullies, CompCams 241/241, MSD Ignition Wires, NGK Platinum Plugs, JTR Long Tube Headers, Batcap Slim Battery, Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator, Aeromotive Fuel Filter, B&M Fuel Pressure Gauge, B&M Short Throw Kit, Bonaco -AN Fittings, Bonaco –10 SS Teflon Lines, Bonaco –8 SS Teflon Lines, Bonaco –8 SS Poly Lines
Twin Walbro 255 lph In-tank Fuel Pumps, SPEC Clutch, SPEC Flywheel
Suspension/Brakes/Wheels:
Volk LE28N's 18x8.5 +40, 18x9.5 +42 Black / Polished Lip, BFGoodrich G-Force KDW (245/35/18), BFGoodrich G-Force KDW (275/35/18), Tein Super Drift Adjustable Coilovers, Hinson Supercars Bump Steer Correction Kit, Hinson Supercars Transmission Brace, Swift Suspension Sway bars, Swift Springs, Rotora Slotted Rotors, Project Mu Brake Pads, Corksport SS Brake Lines, K2 Fabrications Custom 8 pt Roll Cage, Cusco Type OS Strut Bar (Fr), Cusco Type OS Strut Bar (Rr), Mazda 929 Brake Master Cylinder, US Brake Clutch Master Cylinder, Wilwood Brake Proportioning Valve, ARP Extended Studs, Kyukogen Lug Nuts, Nukabe Tow Hooks
Exterior:
Tiger Eye Metallic Paint (Mobworks), Panspeed Front Fascia, Panspeed Frp Wide Fenders, Panspeed Side Skirts, Carbon Air Canards, Rotary Run Racing Sleek Headlights APR Carbon GT Mirrors, APR Carbon GT300 Spoiler, RE Carbon Rear Diffuser, Seibon Carbon KS Hood, Seibon Carbon Trunk
Interior:
Seibon Carbon Kevlar Racing Seats, Simpson 5 Point Harness (pair), Re Amemiya Steering Wheel, Re Amemiya Steering Hub, Circuitsports Quick Release Adapter, Circuitsports Weighted Shift ****, JDM Arm Rest
Engine/Drive-train:
2001 C5 Corvette LS1, T56 6spd Transmission, LS1 PCM Re-flash, Dokota Digital SGI-5, Baker Electronix VATS Bypass, Injen Technology Power-Flow Cold Air Intake, Injen Technology Oil Catch Can, Injen Technology Radiator Overflow Can, Injen Technology SS Dual Independent Exhaust System, Hinson Supercars Aluminum Driveshaft, Hinson Supercars Subframe, Hinson Supercars Torque Arm Brace, Hinson Supercars Cooling System, Hinson Supercars SS Clutch Line, Hinson Supercars Aluminum Race Radiator, FAL Single Cooling Fan, K2 Fabrication Radiator Shield, A’PEXi Electronic Meters (oil temp, oil press., water temp, fuel press., egt), A’PEXi Data Link Unit, Sun Auto Hyperground Kit, SunAuto GT Igntion Pack, FAST Alum. Billet Fuel Rails, Underdrive Pullies, CompCams 241/241, MSD Ignition Wires, NGK Platinum Plugs, JTR Long Tube Headers, Batcap Slim Battery, Aeromotive Fuel Pressure Regulator, Aeromotive Fuel Filter, B&M Fuel Pressure Gauge, B&M Short Throw Kit, Bonaco -AN Fittings, Bonaco –10 SS Teflon Lines, Bonaco –8 SS Teflon Lines, Bonaco –8 SS Poly Lines
Twin Walbro 255 lph In-tank Fuel Pumps, SPEC Clutch, SPEC Flywheel
Suspension/Brakes/Wheels:
Volk LE28N's 18x8.5 +40, 18x9.5 +42 Black / Polished Lip, BFGoodrich G-Force KDW (245/35/18), BFGoodrich G-Force KDW (275/35/18), Tein Super Drift Adjustable Coilovers, Hinson Supercars Bump Steer Correction Kit, Hinson Supercars Transmission Brace, Swift Suspension Sway bars, Swift Springs, Rotora Slotted Rotors, Project Mu Brake Pads, Corksport SS Brake Lines, K2 Fabrications Custom 8 pt Roll Cage, Cusco Type OS Strut Bar (Fr), Cusco Type OS Strut Bar (Rr), Mazda 929 Brake Master Cylinder, US Brake Clutch Master Cylinder, Wilwood Brake Proportioning Valve, ARP Extended Studs, Kyukogen Lug Nuts, Nukabe Tow Hooks
Exterior:
Tiger Eye Metallic Paint (Mobworks), Panspeed Front Fascia, Panspeed Frp Wide Fenders, Panspeed Side Skirts, Carbon Air Canards, Rotary Run Racing Sleek Headlights APR Carbon GT Mirrors, APR Carbon GT300 Spoiler, RE Carbon Rear Diffuser, Seibon Carbon KS Hood, Seibon Carbon Trunk
Interior:
Seibon Carbon Kevlar Racing Seats, Simpson 5 Point Harness (pair), Re Amemiya Steering Wheel, Re Amemiya Steering Hub, Circuitsports Quick Release Adapter, Circuitsports Weighted Shift ****, JDM Arm Rest
08-27-2006, 09:27 PM
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that thing was in the latest issue of sportcraptcar. and of course the writers choose this car over the other more liberal RX-7.
Damn straight bitches, how can anyone hate the LS series. or Who can hate the LS series.
Love those engines to death
Damn straight bitches, how can anyone hate the LS series. or Who can hate the LS series.
Love those engines to death
08-28-2006, 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by fastestcivic
The V8 RX7... for people too dumb to tune a rotary.*
hahahahaha 4 real
hahahahaha 4 real
think how much it would cost you to get a rotary to get that amount of power
08-28-2006, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by B6T
The V8 RX7... for people too dumb to tune a rotary.
I don't see anything wrong with that setup... looks like it was well planned and executed.
Rotary's aren't everyones cup of tea (so to say)... not that there's anything wrong with them, if u like them great! if not... great! :thumbsup:
08-31-2006, 02:21 AM
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im, I think that the ppl that built this RX-7 also could tune a rotary, they were'nt exactly idiots ya know, just look at where all those parts are from, smart enought to convert and build this ride but too dumb to tune - ya ok, I buy that
08-31-2006, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by NOTORIOUS VR
That's not exactly keeping an open mind...
I don't see anything wrong with that setup... looks like it was well planned and executed.
Rotary's aren't everyones cup of tea (so to say)... not that there's anything wrong with them, if u like them great! if not... great! :thumbsup:
I don't see anything wrong with that setup... looks like it was well planned and executed.
Rotary's aren't everyones cup of tea (so to say)... not that there's anything wrong with them, if u like them great! if not... great! :thumbsup:
Originally Posted by Kuztom Freak
im, I think that the ppl that built this RX-7 also could tune a rotary, they were'nt exactly idiots ya know, just look at where all those parts are from, smart enought to convert and build this ride but too dumb to tune - ya ok, I buy that
Last edited by B6T; 08-31-2006 at 01:34 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
08-31-2006, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by B6T
Everyone and their Grandma wants to swap an LSx engine into their RX-7 now. It would be cool to see it maybe once and a while, but not as much as you see them now. It's not that I don't appreciate the engine, I know that it makes one hell of a fast RX-7, my problem is that if you didn't want a rotary engine in the first place, why buy an RX-7? If you want an LSx, sell the RX-7 and buy a Corvette.
As much as you might think there are LSx powered RX-7's, I bet you there are a lot less properly built ones like this one (from the available pics anyways)...
And people wanting to swap in LSx motors into RX-7's is different from actually doing it...
There's always going to be a fad, regarless of the trend... it's just that only some follow through with it, where others just dream. And while I don't think LSx powered RX-7's are a fad (at least for serious owners) it most definatly is a fad for the internet/keyboard generation of automotive enthusiasts along with many other "current" fads.
09-02-2006, 03:12 AM
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Having an RX7 with a vette motor makes it more of a unique and interesting car than spending the money on an actual corvette. Although it's obvious alot of cash was put into this car, for guys who want to crank out an abundance of torque with a stock reliable motor in their 240sx, RX7 or whatever, dropping a small block V8 is definately the cheapest way to do it. You'd be amazed at how well light weight japanese cars with V8s outperform vettes and high output stangs and SS cameros on a track.
Personally, I don't think anything is cooler than a japanese car with a V8 idling lumpy and with ground shaking grunt.
Nelson
Personally, I don't think anything is cooler than a japanese car with a V8 idling lumpy and with ground shaking grunt.
Nelson
