looks just like my RX7, Not Running. HAHAJ/K. looks great.

 

looks like this will be a fun project, and just seeing this RX7 in person was a nice surprise for me.

I will have to come down on a Saturday and check out your progress sometime soon.

 

Nice! I wish you the best in the build.

 

Kiss ass project, I love RX-7s and these LSx swaps have really been interesting me. You should post some vids when its all done of it in action.

 

We'll see who gets their Rx7 running first!!! haha

Good luck on getting it all sorted together.

When do you start assembling?

 

This project looks like its going to be a blast. Shame you didn't put a blower in that parts list though.

Heh, an LS1 should have plenty of omphhh for that car though.

 

I *believe* that he was considering some sort of remote-mounted turbo. Obviously there won't be any room in the engine bay after the engine slips in. I'm not POSITIVE, but I know he was looking into it. It would make for a monster.

 

Too bad to see that happen to a 95. That year is so rare

 

that turbo ls1 is sick!

 

Ya but how much of that was custom?? I wouldn't expect anyone to just be able to fab that up and bolt it up. Probably a bunch of one-offs. I do stand corrected that it CAN be done... but at what price? I don't think he's looking to spend THAT much money on this project. Who knows tho... badass car nevertheless

 

you keep forgetting that me and fred are doing the car shop together and I also can weld. O and I work for my dads welding company, all I do all day is fit pipe...It can happen.

 

Hey thanks for all the positive feed back. I will surely keep you all updated on the progress. And if you want to see it run best sign up for the national gathering!! because i am planning on bringing it!!!

To the shame to see this done to such a rare car comment. The car was going to get trashed/ parted out by the previous owner and i bought the car for the sole purpose of doing the conversion so I am saving it in my mind.

then the turbo questions. Actually Hinsonsuper cars is currently working on making a kit for a single turbo. Its going to be pretty expensive. I think in a year or so Justin and I should be able to make something that will work

 

Here is a twin turbo setup some one is doing on V8RX7Forum

 

sweet project. I wanted a v8 Rex last summer. They would make an awesome daliy driver. but so would a v8 3s GL and keep us posted.

 

Ok here is a little update from yesterday. Its not a huge update but I got some work done at least.

Got the heat shielding in

Put the Carpet and Rear interior Pannels back in
I also ran the LS1 Wiring Harness through the firewall

Cut out the bottom of the passanger side storage bin, put heat sheild down and ran the wires for the battery. Since there isnt room for a red top optima under the hood any more

I have also been working on redoing the fuel system. The RX7's fuel system uses a feed and return line both coming from the fuel pump housing running to the engine. The LS1 only needs a feed line ran to it. I picked up a 2000 Corvette fuel filter that acts as a pressure regulator also. It has the feed and return built into it so i removed the RX7 fuel filter and am placing that one there. Then i am completely rerunning the fuel lines because I dont need the return and breather lines running all the way from the back of the car to the front.

 

Got the subframe put in. Tonight along with the control arms. And got some parts pulled off the LS1 to make it easier to put in the car.

And on the turbo cars. Hinsonsuper cars has a twin turbo that is their shop car. If you get on Hinsonsupercars.com you can watch videos of it running at the drags and on the dyno.

 

DUUUDE!! That's SOOOOO sweet!

I am jealous, I truly am!

You should have refinished the back interior pieces before reinstalling. May make great vinyl "paint" now that would really make it look brand new. IT would be easy now, even in the car... (maybe)

Wish I was going to the NG, it looks like you're surprisingly close to being done, it should go fast from now forward.

Don't mod the engine yet, leave something for later. I'd do NA power, it's the cheapest way on the LS1!

 

Thanks J. Yeah its coming along. The interior shit is just dirty. It cleans up nice so no paint will be necessary. hope you get to see this bad boy when its done.

Good to see progress being made on the RX-7, Fred. This thing is going to be sick when you're done!

Are you planning on having another Indy gathering this summer? I'd definitely like to see all the cool shit you guys have going on.

Thanks yeah its going to be a fun car. I am planning on having something when i get it running and when justin gets his 98VR4 back.

just out of curiousity, how does the fuel system work with a feed line but no return line?

nice project! Looks like a ton of fun!
Ben

Well the nice thing is the corvette fuel filter fixes that problem quite nicely. It has the feed and return going in one side then just one feed line going out to the front. So I just put that where the stock filter is and connect the lines from the tank then run the line from a corvette to the engine. Has the pressure regulator built in as well. Thanks!

Wow. Things are progressing much quicker than I would have expected. Great job.

Do most of the LSx conversions use complete custom sub frames? Is it possible, or does anybody just modify the existing sub frame to add motor mount brackets?

yeah the majority of people just but a custom one. There are 3 companys that make them. If you used the stock one there are only like 2 parts you would end up keeping and replace the rest so its really not worth it. A few people have custom maid their own but I am not a fabricator so this was much easier. The kit cost $1300 with the subframe, transmission mount, torque arm that runs from the trans to the rear diff, the drive shaft, and bump steer correction (basically custom tie rod ends)
And as always thank you for the praise!

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Great progress, can really tell that you did your homework prior to starting the project. Looks clean!

Keep up with the updates, I love seeing a beast like yours being built.

-John

Thanks! Yeah I plan on keeping updates with pictures every day im out here.

 

Good to see progress being made on the RX-7, Fred. This thing is going to be sick when you're done!

Are you planning on having another Indy gathering this summer? I'd definitely like to see all the cool shit you guys have going on.

 

just out of curiousity, how does the fuel system work with a feed line but no return line?

nice project! Looks like a ton of fun!
Ben

 

Well Just gotta show off some quick progress!!!

Engine and Trans in only took 2hrs by myself!!

 

Wow. Things are progressing much quicker than I would have expected. Great job.

Do most of the LSx conversions use complete custom sub frames? Is it possible, or does anybody just modify the existing sub frame to add motor mount brackets?

 

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Great progress, can really tell that you did your homework prior to starting the project. Looks clean!

Keep up with the updates, I love seeing a beast like yours being built.

-John

 

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Great progress, can really tell that you did your homework prior to starting the project. Looks clean!

Yes, he did. I think he has been collecting parts for like, 3 years (no exaggeration).

I think it was smart to wait until he had everything before starting the build. That way you don't get discouraged, you do it all while motivated and don't have to wait for parts.

I knew it would go REALLY quick once he had everything...

 

Ok well here are some shots of what I got done today.

Engine all ready to go in

Hinson Sub frame all put in.

Engine going in and Finally in!

Transmission Mount attached

Steeda Tri-ax handle and Shifter plate in place.

threw the Vette Fuel Rail covers on just for fun!

Im going to chicago for the weekend so wont have any updates till monday night!

 

wow, you don't fuck around. Good work!

 

Well put!

Looks like an amazing project. Wish I had the time/money to get ambitious like that

All the best of luck; you always need some, even when everything is well planned.

 

I'm impressed. That definitely looks like a fun project and should be a very nice ride after you get her done. You got some thumbs up from me.

 

i really appreciate all the positive feedback! Dont worry though I still have a stealth RT that is becoming a FWDTT!! I am planning on bringing the RX-7 to the national gathering in memphis so all of you who want to see it better sign up for the NG!!!!! Im going to keep my record going of never bringing a stealth/3000gt to the NG.

 

LS1 FD = drool. ..

And in black, no less! Yum.

Great work. I can appreciate someone who does all the research on a project and buys every last piece for it up front. It's the anally retentive way.

What do you plan to do with the car once it's all together?