Vintage Mazda Rotary RX-2, RX-3, RX-4, REPU, etc....

79 Courier

Old Feb 27, 2004 | 04:10 PM
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I've driven an 85 RX7 and absolutely loved the power and torque. I just bought a 79 courier for $40. I know it's very simular to the repu and want to know how much work I need to do.
Old Feb 29, 2004 | 01:49 PM
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well.. the easiest way is to get it in there is to make a custom engine bridge and use a frist gen RX7 front cover.. heck.. maybe evan a first gen engine.. then get the tranny from a first gen too.. I think you might need a custom driveshaft...
Old Feb 29, 2004 | 06:35 PM
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If you looking for NA power just run a 84-85 SE motor with EFI and tranny.That should hold you over for awhile
Old Mar 1, 2004 | 01:22 AM
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that too.. it is the same simple mounting process.. as long as you are a bit handy with tools.. you should be ok..
Old Mar 2, 2004 | 01:18 PM
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thanks for the input.. now i just need to hunt down a motor and tranny.. If I find one at the junk yard what should I look for ??
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