RX-8 Engine Swap
Hey guy's i know this is kinda a dumb question but i am just curious if an LS7 engine would fit in our RX-8???
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no
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im gonna say no, but..........
with ehough money, time, and money i guess you would need to fit new trans, clutch, ect. . . . . . . . . and you would need to move everything why not just buy a vette |
I've seen more Ford engines swapped into Mazdas, usually a 302. I think the reason was oil pan clearance, but there is no way to know without getting an engine and measuring everything, then you don't know until you try. I would think you'd get front to rear and left to right clearance problems, plus the LS7 being too tall.
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Originally Posted by Georgia8er
(Post 1914358)
the LS7 being too tall.
:shocking: If you really want to get exotic and try something that would fit, look for a surplus Allison Model T63-A-700(250-C18) Gas Turbine Engine. 325 HP out of a 140 Lb motor that measures 40" long by 33" diameter. No radiator needed. Probably better with an automatic. |
Originally Posted by Georgia8er
(Post 1914358)
I've seen more Ford engines swapped into Mazdas, usually a 302. I think the reason was oil pan clearance, but there is no way to know without getting an engine and measuring everything, then you don't know until you try. I would think you'd get front to rear and left to right clearance problems, plus the LS7 being too tall.
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A custom hood would solve the height problem, but not the others (if they exist). I do like the gas turbine idea, but where do you vent that super hot exhaust?
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If an Ls1 will fit in the Rx8 so will an Ls7...same exact block with different technology bolted to it.
Use the Search Button...I know I read somewhere someone had it done with an Ls1 or Ls2. |
ok does the ls1 just drop right in i am trying to do the swap and need to know whAT all i need
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ok does the ls1 really drop right in I am doing this swap and need to know what all is needed for the swap
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if u need to ask such question, this job is not something that you can do.
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in all honesty no one has really done one. be a pioneer
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Originally Posted by guidge
(Post 1916185)
ok does the ls1 really drop right in I am doing this swap and need to know what all is needed for the swap
beers :beer: |
A few ppl have talked about doing this swap a while back but I guess they were just blowing smoke cause we haven't seen one yet.
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Go the Major Horsepower forums. I've started a thread about this. There is a well known company that does LSx swaps into RX-7s and 240SXs looking for someone wanting to do this. They build kits to make the swaps bolt on. This is definitely not DIY without.
EDIT: Here you are: https://www.rx8club.com/non-rotary-swaps-196/lsx-conversion-details-inside-118544/ |
swap 13B turbo
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sell the 8 buy a mustang
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Originally Posted by carbroke
(Post 1919525)
swap 13B turbo
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Originally Posted by kent_sg
(Post 1923312)
Is it possible to swap a fc3s into rx8 cabin........?Any after effects pls advice........
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Originally Posted by BlueRenesis82
(Post 1923699)
no way are you going to fit a whole fc3s into a rx8. you would totally ruin the interior and gas mileage would get worse
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^ is english not your first language?
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Originally Posted by BlueRenesis82
(Post 1925822)
^ is english not your first language?
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If your going to do a high power engine swap with the 8 just go for a 20b mazda eunos cosmo engine it'll mate up the stock tranny
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Originally Posted by benfura
(Post 1926194)
If your going to do a high power engine swap with the 8 just go for a 20b mazda eunos cosmo engine it'll mate up the stock tranny
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Originally Posted by BlueRenesis82
(Post 1920178)
sell the 8 buy a mustang
If you're REALLY pushin to do a swap, go 3-rotor or 13B TT...still a hard swap but not NEAR as hard as an LS7 |
you could do an fc 13b but the 13b rew tt engine would be a better choice
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Originally Posted by Stavesacre21
(Post 1927484)
or just buy a mustang in addition. I can tell you as Cobra owner as well that the Cobra fails to scratch any itch accept for speed and power. That's about the end of it's entertainment.
If you're REALLY pushin to do a swap, go 3-rotor or 13B TT...still a hard swap but not NEAR as hard as an LS7 |
Originally Posted by kent_sg
(Post 1927552)
Pls advice if any sucessful 8 with fc3s 13b turbo.
NO! you are the only one that wants to put 25 year old technology in this car. if you are going to argue with everyones advice in here, why ask for it? just go do it. |
Kent where do you live? Most states in the US do not allow you to swap an engine older than the car that it's going into...legally.
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My guess is the guy does not live in the states.
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sorry,bros not that i dun want to swap a 13 tt or 20b the country i'm in don't have the expertise,and my renesis's apex seal broke and the charges for the seal and labour including overhaul is just a 2 thousand difference from the 13t (fc3s) engine swap so i have no idea wat to do.
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Originally Posted by kent_sg
(Post 1929172)
sorry,bros not that i dun want to swap a 13 tt or 20b the country i'm in don't have the expertise,and my renesis's apex seal broke and the charges for the seal and labour including overhaul is just a 2 thousand difference from the 13t (fc3s) engine swap so i have no idea wat to do.
first pick a country, and let us know what it is!!!! a map would be helpful.. 2k what... what is your money called??? that will give us a hint... :) beers :beer: |
Originally Posted by swoope
(Post 1929217)
what to do,,
first pick a country, and let us know what it is!!!! a map would be helpful.. 2k what... what is your money called??? that will give us a hint... :) beers :beer: |
Originally Posted by kent_sg
(Post 1931014)
So I gg for the engine swapping anyway with stock turbo I'm fine with it just that I'm worried that after effects of the engine swap.
no offense bro, but care to reword the question? (if it is one). I have no idea what you just said. |
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