87NA7

I'll start with a little background info. I have a base model 1987 non-turbo (I think it's a base model because it has the 4 lug wheels and no power steering). I've had the car since 1994, but haven't driven it in the last 4 years because it has been stored in a garage in Europe. I plan on moving back to Europe in early 2003. The last time I drove the car the transmission felt like it was starting to go and the motor was feeling a little weak. I just bought a new car for over there, so the RX-7 is now going to be more of a toy then a daily driver. What I would like to know is what is involved in either dropping a 2nd gen turbo motor in it, or better yet fitting a 3rd gen motor and trans in it. I only really need to know what parts are needed for each of the previous 2 options, and what kind of work is involved. I've also been doing a little research in dropping either a small block chevy or Grand National motor in the car, what are your thoughts on taking that route.



I appreciate any help you guys can provide.

Seppuku

well droping a 13bt in is easiest of your plans. Youd need the motor tranny rearend from a turbo car and the ecu wired in or go to a stand alone.

87NA7

Any idea where I could get all the parts that I need? Being that everything is going to be shipped over seas, I need to get everything from someplace reputable. I don't want to buy parts ship them over then install them only to find out that I was sold defective parts.

pengaru

GN conversion would be very cool.

87NA7

www.MisRed.com gave me the idea for the GN conversion. His best time according to the site is 12.1 on a pretty much stock GN motor. WIth a few upgrades a GN motor should make enough power to put you in the high 10's low 11's. All the while maintaining a decent degree of streetability.