After our blog post on common oil leaks for the rotary engine, we want to share how we go about getting things right. The dreaded oil cooler / oil rear main seal leak. These two can really make a ...
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After our blog post on common oil leaks for the rotary engine, we want to share how we go about getting things right. The dreaded oil cooler / oil rear main seal leak. These two can really make a ...
MazdaDoug
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The Rx7 turbo is a unique vehicle, in its stock form the cooling systems are pretty good. Part 1 Add in our high altitude and hot temperatures and you have a recipe for some higher than desired water ...
MazdaDoug
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Oil leaks Mazda Rotary Engine | Increase Performance When you put multiple types of materials together and push oil through them, eventually it will start to leak. The Mazda rotary engine is a ...
MazdaDoug
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From time to time we get people that want us to help resurrect their project Rx. Some cars are worth the effort, others will become a parts car. What makes a car worth saving?
MazdaDoug
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Cleaning and Prepping the rotors | The most important action when rebuilding the rotary engine. Results matter. These Doritos do a lot of work. The time to get them inspected, cleaned and prepped is ...
MazdaDoug
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With the rotary engine, there are a few things that can make or break a rebuild. Using new seals and springs is a must. Checking every set of parts with a digital vernier caliper (down to .0001) ...
MazdaDoug
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Many motors are now well into their 30's in terms of age, let's look closer at the side housings of one 13B that came into the shop for a refresh.
MazdaDoug
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Apex seals are the main wear item that leads to rotor housing failure. As horsepower goes up so does heat and expansion. Sure, the side seals do a lot of work, let's talk about the apex seal and how ...
MazdaDoug
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The Rotary engine continues to be a solid performer when built properly. Assembling the motor is only one key factor of a good build. The details necessary involve more than just the individual ...
MazdaDoug
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The primary concerns regarding the Rx8 that contribute to engine failures and their underlying causes: Ignition, grounds, oil injection, front under-tray and driving it the way it was meant to be ...
MazdaDoug
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