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both the RX-7 (FC) and RX-7(FD) are powered by rotary engines...what's so special about rotary engines?and how much they able to punch out so much HP and torque from such a small powertrain(1300cc)?does it have any weak point?
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Read the news about the new RX-9 here which will be coming out in 2019. Finally a successor to RX-7 and RX-8
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Rotary fans, rejoice. The Mazda RX7 is making a comeback
FaezClutchless posted a blog entry in MyAutoBlog
Mazda is known for its rotary-engined vehicles but after the company decided to end the production of the RX8, Mazda is left without a rotary model. Poor fuel efficiency is one of the major reasons why the rotary engine is given the chop. The company is determined that there is still a future for the rotary engine. Lately, Mazda is developing a new rotary engine which will act as a range extender for electric vehicles. While we wait for that piece of technology to complete, there is some good news for rotary fans out there as the RX7 is making a comeback. Nobuhiro Yamamoto, Mazda's program manager, has confirmed that a new Mazda RX7 is making a comeback and it will be launched some time in 2017. The RX7's comeback will coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Mazda Cosmo Sport which is the first rotary-engined vehicle that Mazda has ever produced. The new RX7 will be more powerful, lighter and more fuel efficient than the previous one. Yamamoto worked on the previous RX7 model and he also designed the Mazda 787B Wankel engine. Yamamoto mentioned that the new car will use Mazda's new 16X rotary engine. In comparison with the RX8's 1.3 litre Renesis engine which made around 230bhp in natural aspirated form, the 1.6 litre naturally aspirated 16X engine will make around 300bhp. And the company is considering a turbo option as well. The 16X engine is based on the 13B's twin rotor design, the main difference is the increased displacement size. With Mazda's latest SkyActiv technology and the addition of special catalytic converters, the new engine will be more fuel efficient than previous rotary engines. Yamamoto also mentioned that the new RX7 will not be offered with hybrid technology because the company sees the car as a pure sports vehicle. Much aluminium will be used on the body shell in order to keep the vehicle weight at a minimum. Also, the car will use a stretched version of the MX5's platform. This is done to keep development costs low. The new RX7's overall weight is said to be less than 2800 lbs (1270 kg). As for the pricing, Yamamoto stated that the new RX7 will be priced between the Nissan 370Z and the GT-R. This means that if it reaches our shores, it will be rather expensive. Image credit: Net Car Show -
[extract] Some of us would know that Mazda plans to use their rotary engine as a range extender for an electric vehicle. But like all plans, we won
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[extract] Mazda has used the Wankel rotary engine for nearly fifty years. Other than Mazda
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The club insists that its non political. Tan Cheng Bok question the timing of the help. Any rotarians here?
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[extract] Mazda rotary engines are a type of combustion engine that was derived from German engineer, Felix Wankel
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Is Mazda committing to new rotary engine with SkyActiv technology?
FaezClutchless posted a blog entry in MyAutoBlog
Over the past one year, Mazda has hinted that their rotary engine usage has come to an end. The company had to struggle with stringent emission laws and fuel economy in its RX8 model and it looks like the RX8 would be the last Mazda model to feature the rotary engine. But a recent Twitter update by a Mazda PR employee shows otherwise. A recent twitter update revealed that Mazda is working on a new rotary engine for a new model and they will also feature their SkyActiv technology into it. The actual tweet also thanked supporters for their continuing support of the rotary engine and the RX8. No expected timeline was mentioned as to when we will see this. From what I could remember, SkyActiv focuses on three key areas: (1) Advanced engines with world-beating compression ratios (2) Highly efficient transmissions (3) Sophisticated lightweight chassis technology for high levels of crash safety performance and driving pleasure. If Mazda is going to increase compression ratios on its rotary engine, I wonder how that will help fuel economy, especially on its RX model. For Mazda fans, don -
was wondering for those of you like me staying in hdb machines, how do u get around with using these machines cos theres no power supply in our hdb car park been thinking of getting one but no idea how to use? any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
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If you're a Mazda fan, you might want to look away as a new report is indicating the company's rotary engine and RX sports car could be history. Citing an anonymous source, Car and Driver is reporting that last week's rumor of a hybridized RX-9 is untrue. Additionally, the magazine says a successor to the RX-8 is increasingly unlikely as sales have been dismal enough that Mazda has decided to forgo a special edition to highlight its end of production. Despite all the dire predictions, there is reportedly a movement to keep the sports car alive. While it seems like a long shot, the model - if approved - is rumored to adopt the RX-7 moniker and ride on an extended version of the next-generation Miata platform. Source: Car & Driver
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ROTARY MAGIC AT TAS2010!!! http://garage36.blogspot.com/2010/02/rotar...auto-salon.html
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The above image shows an illustration of what the next generation RX-7 could look like. A proper two-door coupe replacement for the much-missed Mazda RX-7 could make its appearance as early as 2011 as a 2012 model. The introduction of the two-seat RX-7 will lead to the death of the four-seat RX-8 with its 'suicide-style' rear doors, a feature which I finds rather unique among the sea of coupes. Officially, the only piece of information that Mazda has released about its next generation RX model is the development of a new 1.6-liter (800cc per rotor) rotary engine called the 16X Renesis. Rumor has it that the new engine can produce up to 350 bhp. The company is also considering to follow the example of the first generation model by developing a less powerful two-seater with not so many fancy features with a lower price tag. In this lesser application, the Wankel would deliver around 200 to 250bhp, which shouldn't be a bad thing if Mazda manages to keep the rear-wheel drive coupe's weight down. When the RX-8 made its unofficial debut in Singapore some 6 years ago through the parallel importers (PIs), it managed to find quite a number of owners with its killer looks and relatively affordable price tag. It was only after some time that Mazda Motors managed to bring in the car officially. But by that time, the PIs have already captured quite a substantial market share of the RX-7 sales. The RX-7 looks like a winner in the making and Mazda Motors should wisen up this time round. Before this entry ends, I would like to share another rendering of this upcoming Mazda offering.
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Was shopping at Bugis Junction last night.....went to allwatch to look see look see some watches.....then I spoted this classic looking gold watch.....was very much smitten by it......the salesman give me some special discount....bought it for $1300++ Although not as expensive as richmanson's watch....but its another nice watch to add to my collection. Code...Rotary Limited Edition Gents Automatic watch LE00006/03 Rotary Elite Material............Gold Plated Stainless Steel Case and Leather Strap Face Colour.........White Water Resistant to 30m. Features............Swiss Made Automatic movement Glass Back Sapphire glass Complimentary self winding, handcrafted, oak wood presentation box Limited to 500 pieces Worldwide Each engraved with a limited edition number
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Hi bro , Anybody know where to buy rotary polisher , that can connect to our car . Powerful type . Polish my car untill .
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The next generation rotary, the 16X. bigger replacement but lighter. expect higher power and better fuel economy from the next mazda RX series
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Have been looking for this item for some time. Shape and curve exactly the same as picture below. (not those bulky bottom type) have u seen this design type recently?
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hi ppl, i hav a frd who has a 4-AT RX8 looking for some performance mods to his ride... any bro/sis has any recomandation?? anywhere heres a few queries 1)does changing to a 421 extractor, high flow cat and a catback exhaust works for a rotary ride? 2)any shop that does tuning for this ride?? thks in advance
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Hi guys, Been hunting around for another reasonably priced rotary, found out that Tonita is selling the HITACHI SAT180 @ $235. More info @ http://www.tonita.com.sg/index.cfm?GPID=130 In order to fit polishing pads, an additional M14 adapter is required at $14. Only con is, this unit does not have variable speed control.
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guys, anyone know anywhere and anyway to get electricity for the rotary job. saw the MX5 result, kao, got Gen's product , but still got white line and minor scratch. I do like Gen's product as it really give my black car look very wet, but hor, if u go near my car, u can see lines and swirls. i am thinking of going to Gen's place and see how he works on rotary then i get myself a rotary. but then again, MSCP how to tap electricity? and will i can fine for using the electricity?
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Has anyone used this before? Is it compatible with all Sony HU?
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This Mazda is a 1968 model, 1.1 litre, and can rev till very high. And exhaust is extremely loud, like macam no muffler!
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Got this from the same website; http://www.triplezoom.com/news/publish/article_388.shtml
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Here we go!!!
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Here's a brief photo history of Mazda's previous rotary models that were seen in Singapore: The earliest was the 1968 R100 Familia Coupe based on the Mazda 1000 Familia at that time. The Mazda 1000 was also Bertone designed just like its bigger 'sister', the 1500.
