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Old 10-09-2002, 05:49 PM
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[B][FONT=Impact]Ok, I know I probably sound dumb, but I need to know... I'm in the process of purchasing a 1984 Mazda RX7 from a neighbor, now... my question is simple... What makes this car such a good car that everyone wants it? Oh, and how do I know what size of engine it has? It is soon to become another project car for me and I need you guy's help.

One more thing... does anyone know where I can get a list of cheap mods I can start with in my quest for more HP's?

please reply with any info, I'd appreciate it or E-mail me at,

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Old 10-09-2002, 05:55 PM
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Well first off welcome aboard... being a forum we usually reply to posts as opposed to emails.... anyhow unless the model is a GSL-SE the engine is a 12A. The GSL-SE is the only model available in 84 with a 13B.



12A=1.2 liter

13b=1.3 liter and is also fuel injected.



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Old 10-09-2002, 06:29 PM
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Welcome to the rotary world. The simplest ways to tell what model 7 it is, is to look for a badge that says GS, GSL or GSL-SE. Or open the hood. It will say right on the motor, drivers side, 12A(carbed) or 13B(fuel injected).

Why does everybody like 7's? Because they are so much fun. Especially 1st gens. Imagine a boinger(pistons) owner mind when he gets dusted by a 1.1L(12A) or 1.3L(13B). :smirk: You can create all kinds of HP pretty easy. :bigok: As far as mods, just about anyone who has dealt with 1st gens will tell you to go with headers and exhaust first. After that, look at maybe a K&N.
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Old 10-10-2002, 12:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Viperx7' date='Oct 9 2002, 03:29 PM
Welcome to the rotary world. The simplest ways to tell what model 7 it is, is to look for a badge that says GS, GSL or GSL-SE. Or open the hood. It will say right on the motor, drivers side, 12A(carbed) or 13B(fuel injected).

Why does everybody like 7's? Because they are so much fun. Especially 1st gens. Imagine a boinger(pistons) owner mind when he gets dusted by a 1.1L(12A) or 1.3L(13B). :smirk: You can create all kinds of HP pretty easy. :bigok: As far as mods, just about anyone who has dealt with 1st gens will tell you to go with headers and exhaust first. After that, look at maybe a K&N.
Then pull the emissions off if you don't have emmissions tests..The first gen is a great way to go.They look good stock(Even tho mine will get a kit by summer)Go good, mods are good priced,Only drawback is the MPG.Bang for buck a 1st gen 7 is really hard to beat.I love these lightwieghts.
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http://www.rx-7.org/1stgen/index.htm

http://www.monito.com/wankel/rx-7-1stgen.html

:smirk: good info,,,,
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Thanks for your help.

Any more info would also be appreciated... :bigthumg:
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