Originally posted by TwoTwinTours:
FB as in 1st gen RX7?



Yes, I have an '85 GS with a GSL rear end (LSD and disc brakes) with a street ported 13B 4 port motor. Motor was built to the specifications of roughly 215 flywheel horsepower. 215 hp in a car that weighs less that 2400lbs.

Motor lasted 10 years and about 120,000 miles before it lost a coolant seal while I was doing 25mph in 3rd gear. Heh.

It'll only cost about $1,000 to rebuild the motor, but I would much rather save my money, redo my suspension, take care of a couple of rust spots, get my new body kit installed, get my wheels redone, get my car repainted, and take care of the motor all at once.

Thus, I bought my CSVT as a daily driver until I can afford to give my baby to proper attention it needs.

BTW, I'm glad to see another FB owner on the site, Frank T!

1999 Tropic Green SVT - Rolled 1/24/06 She will be missed.