Couple of RX3/RX4 questions...

elford_tim · January 30, 2008, 11:17:41 AM

I\'ve been toying with the idea of motorsport after I got hooked a little on track days so I\'ve been wondering if anybody knows if Mazda ever homologated the RX3 and RX4 for racing?

Also, would anybody know of a decent RX3 or RX4 for sale that could be used for such an endeavour? Basically, good body and mechanicals are what I\'m after, if the interior isn\'t that great I don\'t care as it\'d give me an excuse to fit some proper seats and a cage...

Ray · January 30, 2008, 07:32:52 PM

Quote from: elford_timI\'ve been toying with the idea of motorsport after I got hooked a little on track days so I\'ve been wondering if anybody knows if Mazda ever homologated the RX3 and RX4 for racing?

RX-3\'s were homologated in group 1 and 2, for 10a and 12a.
Nothing for RX-4\'s unfortunately, I\'ve been trying to find any sort of history and just a lot of dead ends

I\'ll drop you a pm

Ray · January 30, 2008, 07:56:13 PM

Quote from: RayI\'ll drop you a pm

Your pm quota is exceeded!

Brett · January 30, 2008, 08:33:18 PM

The \'Mazda Motorsport\' book is a good place to have a look as well - although it will give you lots of ideas for spending Â£Â£Â£Â£... :wave

elford_tim · January 30, 2008, 08:34:34 PM

Quote from: RayYour pm quota is exceeded!

Fixed now, sorry.

elford_tim · January 30, 2008, 08:35:12 PM

Quote from: BrettThe \'Mazda Motorsport\' book is a good place to have a look as well - although it will give you lots of ideas for spending Â£Â£Â£Â£... :wave

Spending money? That\'s not a good idea...

Timo in "tighter than grinder" mode

elford_tim · January 30, 2008, 08:37:00 PM

Quote from: RayRX-3\'s were homologated in group 1 and 2, for 10a and 12a.
Nothing for RX-4\'s unfortunately, I\'ve been trying to find any sort of history and just a lot of dead ends

I\'ll drop you a pm

Actually a quick look at http://classictouringcars.com/ suggests that you should be able to run them either in their Post Historic or Classic Group One class...

re10 · February 12, 2008, 07:40:11 AM

The homologation papers (5544) for the RX3 allows you to run the close ratio box, as well as rear disc brakes, a two link rear end, flares on the guards, a front and rear spoiler, under-shield sump-guard, a strut brace, a LSD centre and a twin system exhaust... lots of options!!!

grinder · February 12, 2008, 08:34:07 AM

Quote from: elford_timSpending money? That\'s not a good idea...

Timo in "tighter than grinder" mode

grinder ... cheap ... where did you get that idea .. sheeesh