Project: "Last RX-7" by Herblenny

[Herblenny]

Aug 6th, 2012 - Update from past 7-8 days...

Well, On my way to pick up some goodies for this project and my MB, I stopped off last weekend at the Import Alliance in Charlotte, NC. There, I saw this yellow FD with K swap.



Up on closer inspection, the turbo set up seemed very similar to my 20B project. See if you can compare..



I did talked to the owner and they did a great job putting this car together in less than 3 months. Its definitely different... but not sure if this is something I consider a 'better' option to 13B or LSx. I was told it should make mid 400whp using GT35R. That's about what you would get from 13B. Also, unlike 13B, K seems to sit much higher. That's definitely not an advantage over 13B.

After my trip to IA, I headed to Charlottesville, VA to pick up some goodies!!
Some of the back roads were amazing up there (not as cool as Deals Gap ).

Here is a photo taken inside the 4 Runner, on our way up.



Picked up my goodies from one of FD fanatic, Fritz Flynn... here are his collection of VR FDs. I've also been to his 'warehouse' and I'm sure he has few more FD's sitting around there.




After my 1300 mile trip, I took 3 days off/worked and made other trip up to Louisville, KY to visit Chris Ludwig from www.lms-efi.com .

Chris is working on my Haltech PS2K harness and also using mil-spec connector for all the Haltech and Defi Super Sport Cluster (DSSC) stuff.



This week, I'll be beautifying my short and long block and ordering some goodies

[Herblenny]

My God, do you realize who's building your car now? The guys @ Goolsby built last year a full custom 1971 Mustang Mach 1, with a Roadster Shop fast track chassis, and custom bodywork, it was I think 3rd. place in the Good Guys Street Machine of the Year 2011, and it's a SEMA car, full Pro Touring treatment, and it's awesome, watch.

http://www.goolsbycustoms.com/projects/project-pegasus-1971-ford-mustang/

Anyway, sorry for the threadjacking but I had to tell you this, your car is in GREAT hands.

You are correct. Jonathan Goolsby himself will be painting and doing his touch on this car. We went over the car last night for about 2 hours and decided on what we are going to do and such. I expect nothing but perfection from Mr. Goolsby. He's paint work is phenominal!! I send hours looking for flaws on his builds

[mexMan]

My God, do you realize who's building your car now? The guys @ Goolsby built last year a full custom 1971 Mustang Mach 1, with a Roadster Shop fast track chassis, and custom bodywork, it was I think 3rd. place in the Good Guys Street Machine of the Year 2011, and it's a SEMA car, full Pro Touring treatment, and it's awesome, watch.

http://www.goolsbycustoms.com/projects/project-pegasus-1971-ford-mustang/

Anyway, sorry for the threadjacking but I had to tell you this, your car is in GREAT hands.

[Herblenny]

When you say ported intake, i hope you mean the ports. What kind of porting was done?

Quick question, which would be better for street use, steel, carbon, or ceramic apex seals. I've heard that carbon causes wear on the rotor housing faster than steel or ceramic, and steel wears faster than both of them. Hasn't heard anyone really comment much on ceramic though for street use.

Intake ports. Just a touch as 20B ports are much larger than 2 rotors.

OEM seals. I have talked to and asked Dr. Iannetti this same questions about his ceramic seals. He recommends OEM. Just remember, Mazda spent millions testing variations of different seals. There is no better seals to be used on a street car than OEM. I did however hear great things about ALS seals but I personally have no experienced with them. Several people I know used them and said great things.

[rice4life]

When you say ported intake, i hope you mean the ports. What kind of porting was done?

Quick question, which would be better for street use, steel, carbon, or ceramic apex seals. I've heard that carbon causes wear on the rotor housing faster than steel or ceramic, and steel wears faster than both of them. Hasn't heard anyone really comment much on ceramic though for street use.

[Herblenny]

I am extremely envious of all your cars and parts Herb! Great work man

Thank you!


July 31st, 2012 - Over the weekend, I had a chance to pick up a unique parts for this car... One of them being this, FEED GT II R wing.



And yesterday I had a meeting with Mr. Goolsby at www.GoolsbyCustoms.com about how the car is going to be built... and brought bunch of carbon parts

[RWheeler]

I am extremely envious of all your cars and parts Herb! Great work man

[Herblenny]

cant wait to see this after its painted, love those seats as well

epic build

Thank you!


also, I think I forgot to post about the engine...

Here is when it was just built.









Its from the last year Eunos Cosmo 3 Rotor, "D" series motor, broken down and rebuilt with ported intake, less restrictive 13B-REW exhaust sleeves, Balanced rotating assemblies, Lapped housings, and all new seals and gaskets... And built by one of the best builder I know.. Luis Canizales.

[hinrichs]

cant wait to see this after its painted, love those seats as well

epic build

[Herblenny]

Thank you Frank! I appreciate more coming from a guy who didn't like these cars before.

I will post more as progress continues.. I'm in my last stretch.

[FRANK_NL]

Aaah man this thing is gonna be EPIC !!
and i don`t even like these kind of cars... But yours is tits..
Looks like your doing everything wright !

I really like the front, how the intercooler sits and the turbo with all the carbon..
Look forward to seing this finished...

Real Nice keep up the good work !!

[Herblenny]

July 26th, 2012 - Everything has been taken off and the car is now at Jonathan Goolsby's, 'Goolsby Customs' (www.GoolsbyCustoms.com).





There, car will be painted using latest BASF water based paint. Can't wait to see what Mr. Goolsby will do with this car!!

[Herblenny]

Clean and mean thumbs up

Thank You!


July 24th, 2012 Update..

Car is about to leave MPFab and we are finalizing few things. Here are some pics..








We started to tear it down..





and



everything out!

[superturbodiesel.com]

Clean and mean thumbs up

[Herblenny]

July 23rd, 2012 - Update!

Well, I'm getting ready to start putting things together and getting stuff out of the boxes and checking to be sure I got everything for the last min assembly..

Here are some of the stuff I've gotten..

Stance USA - Pro Comp 3 Coilovers (http://stance-usa.com/sus/products/coilovers/procomp3)













My reason for picking this unit is: great price, great customer support from Stance USA.. and I've heard great things about their products from racers and street drivers.

Product looks to have great craftsmanship and quality. I can't wait to install them.