When you’re given a rotary that sat in a field for 9 years….What else would you do with it?
Farm to Racetrack
In 2017 my family asked if I wanted their ‘85 RX-7 GSL-SE that they parked due to smog issues (big surprise).
Of course I said yes and promptly found time to drag it back to my townhouse in Castro Valley. From there the fun began…
Acorns for days, small fires, fuel spills, POR-15, making 11s and braps….obligatory.
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Make: Mazda
Model: RX-7 GSL-SE (FB)
Year: 1985
Engine: Mazda 13B 1.3l 2 rotor
Transmission: 5-speed
Wheels: 15x7 +35mm Advanti Racing Storm S1
Rear Spoiler: None
Seat: OMP WRC (Homologation xxxx)
Harnesses: Schroth Racing Enduro 6-Point Harness
Window Net: G-Force
Fire System: Safecraft LT 5lb
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Engine Oil: 15W-50 / Mobile1 / 4.5 quarts
Oil Filter: M1-104A (PH3593)
Transmission Oil: 75W-90 (GL4) / Redline MT-90 / 1.75 quarts
Differential Oil: 75W-90 (GL5) / 2 quarts
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Transponder: Rent
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