Modified 1985 Mazda Rx7 on 2040-cars
Winter Park, Florida, United States
The reason a first generation Rx7 was chosen for resto-modification was
simply because it's one of the last Japanese rear wheel drive sports
cars still available today that can match or better the performance of
the many newer cars being offered. For example, there's the Scion FR-S and
Subaru's BRZ, the Older Rx-7 performance numbers weren't really
competitive when compared to these examples right out of the box, but
with minor modifications it became capable of outperforming or matching
them and at a fraction of the cost. With huge aftermarket support
from available from companies like Racing Beat and Mazdatrix increasing
the performance levels wasn't that hard of a task. These companies have
specialized in increasing performance out of rotaries for decades. I
was lucky enough to find an unmolested,one-owner car with low miles out
of California that showed no signs of rust or abuse. It even had the
original bill of sale and the owners manual in the glove box. Another
big plus was that it was a GS model, which meant it was equipped with the
more reliable 12A rotary and weighed less than the more powerful GSL-SE
model by at least 200lbs! It was the perfect starting point. To become
competitive in the modern sport cars market the braking and handling
was to be improved. This was accomplished by installing the bigger more
powerful braking system out of the high Performance model(GSL-SE)
which added rear ventilated disc Brakes and LSD (limited slip)along with
thicker sway bars and a more useable wheel bolt pattern. Another
Notable upgrade was the installation of stiffer springs and shocks and
the replacement of all worn out rubbers and endlinks, including motor
mounts. Once all component were installed a better wheel and tire setup
was chosen, authentic Volk Racing TE37's and BF Goodrich Comp2
tires. This combo really increased traction and gave it a more aggressive
stance. It now seemed like the car begged to be driven harder from the
second you get behind the wheel and turn the key. With the handling and
braking improved, it was time to focus on power and reliability.
Starting with a complete tune-up and changing the hoses, belts, and
fluids. Servicing the A/C and replacing the oil pan gasket. Then I
installed a Racing Beats Header and exhaust system combo and dropped in
a K&N air Filter over the factory Carburetor. I didn't de-smog the
engine because the car came from California and I didn't want the new
owner having any issues with emissions. Once completed the difference
in performance and sound was huge.Giving it similar performance of the
larger fuel injected Motor(13b) provides and while shedding additional
weight. (About 35 ILBS). With the car running strong I then moved on to
improving comfort and curb appeal and removed and replaced all rubber
seals and trim pieces to have the car Painted Matte Red. As for comfort
the seats were replaced with new leather seats and the original radio
and speakers replaced with newer and better sounding components that
provided modern touches like Bluetooth Connectivity without bogging the
vehicle down with unwanted weight. I drove the car for two months daily
searching for weak points needing improving. I came across a minor
issue with night time visibility and addressed that problem by upgrading
the headlights with modern Led Projector units. This car is lots of fun and its seems like I'm always looking for a reason to get behind the wheel
and drive. I hope the car
finds a new owner deserving of the work and effort I've invested into
making this classic fun again.
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