2nd Generation Specific 1986-1992 Discussion

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Old 12-30-2005, 08:51 PM
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guys thanks for the advice on the other one but how about a V8 compared to a rotary. i want to keep it rotary but i also want to produce the most power. from what i hear V8's could be much more powerful, am i hearing right or wrong? and what do u guys think i should do? thanks alot!
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Do whatever you know more about. If you don't know Rx7s too well, then forget it. Its a lot harder to make 500rwhp out of a 1.3L then it its a 5.7L.
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Old 12-30-2005, 09:14 PM
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I say do what makes you happy, not someone else
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Old 12-30-2005, 10:29 PM
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It'll be cheaper, in the long run to make 400rwhp with a V8, than with a rotary.
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whats the name of this website again?
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Old 12-31-2005, 12:51 AM
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i say get a camaro if you want a v8 and save the headaches of doing a conversion
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Originally Posted by phinsup' post='791104' date='Dec 31 2005, 01:51 AM

i say get a camaro if you want a v8 and save the headaches of doing a conversion


i agree!
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The rotary enthusiast takes the road less travelled.
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Old 12-31-2005, 07:23 AM
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