I just bought my FC 1987 with 54k on the clock, im pleased to have my ass back in an RX7 after 17 years absence.
So its in pretty good condition BUT its 20 years old SO im thinking lets make it better
Here is the list of things I have to do... by the way, i have a shoestring buget * denotes no advice needed ** denotes help requited (thanks)
1) * Couple of new tyres two old ones are nasty recon about £110 fitted
dunlop SP200E to match the front I think
2) **The steering is very heavy - what should i be looking at - bushes . rack what? what causes heavy steering on the beasties, and **how much is this gonna cost me?
3) *New disks and pads - which I hope I can get factor parts apec or similar **recomended suppliers and factors would be appreciated
4) **Dampers - im on the existing ones so they are **** cos they are 20 years old, i need help in 3 areas , firstly in recommended parts / suppliers secondly in cost - what will these cost me and thirdly I have found a how to on the rear shox but NOT the front shocks so I could do with some advice on this step by step, also how long will it take for an average diy spanner head to do the job? Also should I consider changing any rubbers or suspension bushes ? if so why? the aim is to have it handling like new,
5) Gearbox is OK BUT its not 100% in the selection department , very slightly loose and a bit knotchy, which I seem to remember was normal from my old one - so what would I need to to to get is as new and what cost would this be. and will changing the gear oil and lubing the linkages help (will I need new linkage bushes) - err i know im asking questions that seem daft as the reader of this post cant see the car , but what im sayin is - what are the usuall suspects?, you know the bits that wear or tighten...
And finally what would your total guess at overall cost be ?
thanks 2connect
Sorry, I posted this & got a server message saying it had failed do I reposted and now I have TWO of the same posts - please IGNORE this one and ADMIN if you can pleases delete it - as it wont let me delete it.
Thanks