 Idea for a prject, but not sure how to research, RX-8 meets MS3 |
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 Apr 20, 2011 - 7:08 PM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Dec 16, '02 From Cincinnati, Ohio Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
Alright so I'm thinking about looking in to doing a project car. I like the look of an RX-8, but the reliability and the building option of a Mazdaspeed3 engine.
My question is how do I research how to look this up. I really have no clue. I figured I'd ask here because so many people have researched and started threads about how to do something. Since this is my first idea, I figured I'd ask the Pros (6gc) where a good starting point might be. I am a member of Mazdas247.com, but they are not nearly as helpful(what I've seen so far) as everyone on this board. That is why I am posting my question. her. I appreciate the help and any advice/ knowledge bestowed on this idea. Thanks |
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Apr 20, 2011 - 8:12 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined May 15, '05 From Toronto Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
just get an rx8 and swap in a 13B or a 20B...reliable as long as you get good seals..swapping in a mazdaspeed 3 motor would be a bit of a pain mainly because your gonna need to find a transmission that will bolt to the block..and considering the mazdaspeed3 is awd, might make it more difficult. But you can find 13Bs for decent prices, + already has RWD tranny. or you could swap in a 20B and make tons of power.
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Apr 21, 2011 - 1:38 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 18, '06 From cincinnati Currently Offline Reputation: 10 (100%) |
mazdaspeed3's are not AWD.
FWD only -------------------- proud =3sgte SWAPPED= '95 Celica ST owner [calling it the GT2 or half-trac]
309,000 miles n' .... |
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Apr 21, 2011 - 12:19 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 15, '05 From Toronto Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
wow....i was really tired last night..i was thinkin of a caliber STR4 when i was thinkin of the drivetrain. Still either way, gonna be a PITA to find a RWD tranny that will bolt up to it.
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Apr 21, 2011 - 4:29 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 16, '02 From Cincinnati, Ohio Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE (Valo666 @ Apr 21, 2011 - 1:19 PM)  wow....i was really tired last night..i was thinkin of a caliber STR4 when i was thinkin of the drivetrain. Still either way, gonna be a PITA to find a RWD tranny that will bolt up to it. If I use a miata tranny I can make it RWD. My goal is to get away from a Rotary engine. I'm thinking the DISI (MS3) engine or I hear the FS is cheaper and can be built nicely, but I like the nice power from the DISI already. anyway, What about the wiring harnesses. Does Doc out in SC/GA still do those? If he can mesh those like he does on the celica, that might be a winner of a route for this project This post has been edited by Jeremy1210: Apr 21, 2011 - 4:53 PM |
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