What do I REALLY need to look for
12-04-2005, 11:28 PM
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read buyers guides, and I've owned an FC before, but I'm looking into buying an FD. Is there anything in particular I need to look for on an FD that may be problematic.
I'm looking for one thats semi low miles, UN-modified. and decent paint
I might be looking at one later this week with 60K and is stock, but they want full retail book for it.... would it be worth it if it's in good condition or should I hold out and find one thats cheaper, I'm not being picky, but it just seems like a nice car.
I was attempting to limit myself to about $12,500 for one, but they want 14,9 for it (it's a 93). what do you think
I'm looking for one thats semi low miles, UN-modified. and decent paint
I might be looking at one later this week with 60K and is stock, but they want full retail book for it.... would it be worth it if it's in good condition or should I hold out and find one thats cheaper, I'm not being picky, but it just seems like a nice car.
I was attempting to limit myself to about $12,500 for one, but they want 14,9 for it (it's a 93). what do you think
12-04-2005, 11:57 PM
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Welcome to nopistons.com first thing. I have never owned an FD, nor probably never will. I like FB's and the latter rotary powered vehicles more.
Always one rule of thumb, always have a steady flow of cash coming in.
Some FD owners can pitch in some more, just wanted to give you a warm welcome.
Always one rule of thumb, always have a steady flow of cash coming in.
Some FD owners can pitch in some more, just wanted to give you a warm welcome.
12-05-2005, 12:13 AM
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two other things,
Is there a huge difference between the R1 and Touring in say a 93-94? anything to be concered about
Secondly, I want to try to lay something to rest, this will be a daily driver, that will probably take me a YEAR or more before I modify the engine other than safety stuff.... if I'm lucky I might get suspension by then, I DO NOT drive hard on the streets, but it will be daily driven, I was a mechanic for a while, so I DO know how to work on cars and know how a rotary works.
SO my question is, I hear a lot of **** talking about the third gen motor, A LOT!!!!!! AND I MEAN A LOT!!!! it's the first thing that comes out of almost EVERYBODIES mouth, EXCEPT people who really seem to know how to work on them, or race them..... See where I'm going with this? i find 2/3 of what most people say to be outlandish.... please help me lay this to rest, this will be a daily driver, with a maybe 2-3 time a year track car.
Now I'm not expecting the motor to last forever, but people act like they last a year.... or less I don't believe this,
Give me your thoughts.
Is there a huge difference between the R1 and Touring in say a 93-94? anything to be concered about
Secondly, I want to try to lay something to rest, this will be a daily driver, that will probably take me a YEAR or more before I modify the engine other than safety stuff.... if I'm lucky I might get suspension by then, I DO NOT drive hard on the streets, but it will be daily driven, I was a mechanic for a while, so I DO know how to work on cars and know how a rotary works.
SO my question is, I hear a lot of **** talking about the third gen motor, A LOT!!!!!! AND I MEAN A LOT!!!! it's the first thing that comes out of almost EVERYBODIES mouth, EXCEPT people who really seem to know how to work on them, or race them..... See where I'm going with this? i find 2/3 of what most people say to be outlandish.... please help me lay this to rest, this will be a daily driver, with a maybe 2-3 time a year track car.
Now I'm not expecting the motor to last forever, but people act like they last a year.... or less I don't believe this,
Give me your thoughts.
12-05-2005, 07:46 AM
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Expecting it to last a yeah, isnt unresonable, you just need to make sure you find a low mileage (50k) or less and one that has been meticously maintained. Just dont assume it will last that long though.
12-05-2005, 08:28 AM
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Welcome to nopistons.com! You might want to try posting in the 3rd gen forum if you haven't already, you might get more responses there.
12-05-2005, 12:15 PM
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welcome to Nopistons.com
I drove my Fd for about 4 years before i lost the engine in it due to a busted radiator hose. The car was modified damned near on every payday also. If you take care of it, it could last for years. But on the other hand, you might lose an engine for no real reason or warning. It's worth the risks involved with owning an FD if your pockets can afford an inpromptu engine rebuild on occassion though.
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I drove my Fd for about 4 years before i lost the engine in it due to a busted radiator hose. The car was modified damned near on every payday also. If you take care of it, it could last for years. But on the other hand, you might lose an engine for no real reason or warning. It's worth the risks involved with owning an FD if your pockets can afford an inpromptu engine rebuild on occassion though.
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12-06-2005, 12:11 AM
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Those people that talk bad about the 13b-REW have probably never driven, riden in, or even been near a 3rd gen. All it is is bullshit talk.
Seriously, ask these people what makes the 13b-REW engine so unreliable. They had there coolant seal failure, yeah, and most FD's you see with a blown engine are the original engine most of the time.
Oh, and it's all in the tuning.
Seriously, ask these people what makes the 13b-REW engine so unreliable. They had there coolant seal failure, yeah, and most FD's you see with a blown engine are the original engine most of the time.
Oh, and it's all in the tuning.
12-07-2005, 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by rowtareh' post='784190' date='Dec 6 2005, 02:11 AM
. yeah, and most FD's you see with a blown engine are the original engine most of the time.
I've had 13 13b-rews in my grey fd....and ofcourse, the 20B
12-07-2005, 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by GreyGT-C' post='784535' date='Dec 7 2005, 11:02 AM
I've had 13 13b-rews in my grey fd....and ofcourse, the 20B
and what do you attribute to so many motor changes? Did you race the motor?
on a rebuild using "better" seals and what not does the motor seem to last longer?