RX7 TURBO or....

[R2K]

so im looking for old school rx7 i was wondering which is better turbo or glx???

[f8ldzz]

For drifting?
I'd go with more power - go turbo.
I'd recommend going S13 though - it's easier to learn.

[twcfc3s]

wich generation?? you need to be more especific in what you want to have more results.... i can help you i know some *Censored**Censored**Censored**Censored* about 7´s...

[R2K]

i think its the second the 1988 one... dude i been drifting but i dont want any s13 to many people have them!!!

[SidewaysGts]

Power is a good drift-aid for most drivers. The ealier S4s may be better, more of them actually came with LSDs and they were lighter.

[defiantfc3s]

For drifting it depends on how good you are, to start out with a turbo would be easier simply because you could lose traction easier but an na fc (sec.-gen rx7) can drift just as easily, so long as you know what you are doing. Also if you can find a GTU rx7 that would be best because although they are heavier than other fc's all of the weight is in the front beacause of the steel hood, fenders, and engine mounts, they come stock with LSD.

[eastCoastMayhem]

id say go with n/a cause turbo lag is kinda tricky at first when drifting. I have a 88 rx7 n/a and it works great!

[Indy-RX7]

i have an 87 N/A RX7 and it doesnt have an LSD. my dad has an 88 GXL and his does. i thought that the GTU had no LSD. if so i need to find one and is there a good place to get a cheap LSD.

[NismoSigma]

Some people have failed to mention that the RX-7 turbo isnt exactly a dream to work on. They usually get messed up, especially when drifting, but if its what you want than go for it. I personally would go with the GLX cause its a bit more reliable.

[f8ldzz]

Originally posted by NismoSigma
Some people have failed to mention that the RX-7 turbo isnt exactly a dream to work on. They usually get messed up, especially when drifting, but if its what you want than go for it. I personally would go with the GLX cause its a bit more reliable.

I don't understand what you're trying to say.
The turbo versus NA are virtually identical with the exception of drivetrain and engine and some minor electrical differences.
You crash an NA versus turbo and they both are going to take the same kinda damage.

[R2K]

hey thats all cool but i heard rx7 engine have to be rebuild every 100k miles so anyway i stick w/ a car that i always drift with...

FF RULES!!!

[NismoSigma]

What im saying is that the turbo will make the engine LESS reliable.

[SidewaysGts]

Problem with rotaries are heat, they dont like it. It cooks their seals, apex seals, lines, you name it. Another problem with the rotaries, theyre hot engines all on their own, now add a turbo and your getting extra wear/tear AND a lot more heat to deal with, heat + heat + rotary = uh oh.

[drift180sx]

if u get a second gen rx-7 or known as a fc which comes in both turbo and n/a. turbo is a great car w/ alot of potential but since its so old w/ alot of miles on it chances are your gonna need a rebuild which = $$$ but the n/a is more reliable and is alot like the turbo. if worst comes to worst just throw on a trubo on it

[SidewaysGts]

You dont judst throw a turbo onto a Na Fc, you need the entire Tii drivetrain as well; the swap (unless you got a hook up) will cost you more then if you just sold yoru car and flat out bought a Tii

[spiritofFC3s]

My suggestion is to get a n/a fc in fair shape. rebuild the motor and street port it and you'll have no problem getting sideways.

[theflatlander]

Originally posted by SidewaysGts
You dont judst throw a turbo onto a Na Fc, you need the entire Tii drivetrain as well; the swap (unless you got a hook up) will cost you more then if you just sold yoru car and flat out bought a Tii

my turbo kit is only costing me a little under 2k(not bad considering my car will run at least 2+ secs faster in the 1/4 mi, have a hell of a better power band, and just be a lot more fun to drive), but i have friends that can help with fabrication and what not so that keeps cost down a lot. And the n/a drivetrain will hold up fine as long as you keep drag racing to a minimum.

[alexander]

Disclaimer: I'm a TII owner, and probably biased.

Originally posted by NismoSigma
Some people have failed to mention that the RX-7 turbo isnt exactly a dream to work on. They

Of the cars I've done extensive work on (e.g. turbo swaps, engine swaps), the TII is the easiest car I've ever messed with (excluding my mom's '78 Chevy truck).

There's plenty of room in the engine bay. The layout of the engine components is clean. The factory service manual is clear. Fastener sizes are sane. Obtaining parts is easy, and (relatively) cheap. Doing an engine swap is a one-man job.

usually get messed up, especially when drifting, but if its what you want than go for it. I personally would go with the GLX cause its a bit more reliable.

Maybe. My TII's original motor was pulled at 132k, because of a leaking coolant seal (it still ran fine).

The only advice I can give a prospective rotary owner is: ask yourself if you're the kind of person that does things 'the right way', the first time. If you aren't, then don't get a rotary; you'll just blow it up and piss yourself off.

[SidewaysGts]

Granted your NA drivetrain might be ok after you install a turbo if your not racing around, but then whats the point of the turbo in the first place then

You can pick up a pretty good Tii for around 3500-400 depending on where you are and if its s5 or s4, so if the swap cost you 2000 and you got friends who can help you keep the price down- i guess it depends on how much you payed for the fc in the first place.

added: Curse my horrible typing

[R2K]

yeah what ever just keep listening to tai mai shu and hoping ur engine dont broke up...