I Think I've Blown My Motor.

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07-12-2003, 03:43 AM

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drifter

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Yeah, when I bought my first rx7 I knew nothing about rotary's either...funny that.... anyway, its obviously your choice what you decide to do from now, asking our opinion will only get you bias as we are true rotary fans. Rotarys supply a lot of pain, even for experienced rotary guru's, but they also supply a shitload of fun and if you are willing to learn, will give you a vast knowledge of an engine that many a skilled 4, 6 or 8 cyl mechanic won't even touch, but more importantly, it will give you the added satisfaction of knowing that every inch of power and fun your getting is from your own workmanship. (unless your a cheque-book racer).

Heed phins advice, and if you decide to let go, learn from your mistakes.

Your not the first to give up (hereonout comes to mind) and I'm sure you won't be the last, just think about what you really wanted out of it from the beginning and whether those goals are still achievable.

my 2c (from someone with a 84 shell, an unregistered 81 with a blown motor and a T2 halfcut.)

07-12-2003, 03:49 AM

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you spent 3,000 on repairs for a FB? and i think you're expecting way too much out of that car that is most likely older than you

07-12-2003, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by drifter' date='Jul 12 2003, 12:43 AM

my 2c (from someone with a 84 shell, an unregistered 81 with a blown motor and a T2 halfcut.)

junior.

Phins is right on the money tho.First off never take a Fb to a dealer.They will make spend too much on labour and parts.I buy mine from parts stores for a reason.Another thing with these cars I've noticed is that aftermarket parts are sometimes cheaper than the OEM ones.Shop before you buy is my motto.

07-12-2003, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Racer X' date='Jul 12 2003, 04:54 PM

[quote name='drifter' date='Jul 12 2003, 12:43 AM'] my 2c (from someone with a 84 shell, an unregistered 81 with a blown motor and a T2 halfcut.)

junior.

07-12-2003, 04:02 AM

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Racer X

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Hey your in the same boat I am except both my FB's have titles.

07-12-2003, 04:27 AM

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Originally Posted by pengaru' date='Jul 11 2003, 04:58 PM

where are you located?

What he said

07-12-2003, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by pengaru' date='Jul 11 2003, 04:58 PM

where are you located?

I'm located in Terre Haute, IN. I lied, i'm not giving up, this is only the begining, i've now realized this blown motor is the best thing that could happen to me. I'm rebuilding this motor more than likely myself and street porting it. I may try to get ahold of s5 rotors. I wish i had a job.