1988 Mazda 323 GT Build-Up

[88323GT]

The Air Filter Adapter, I got from Derric at CorkSport. Plus, if hes out of em, I would say look at Ebay. They pop up from time to time, but theres no telling of the quality.

The car now has JDM corners, and new clear Blinkers. HID kit is hopefully going to be here today, so ile atleast have something to do on my day off.

Well, I also will be trying my back yard mechanic skills at an easy FMIC using an MX6 intercooler. Ile take pix of it.

 

[88323GT]

I did the somewhat getto FMIC today, and Im quite pleased. Also cured a rough idle problem i was having. Ile post a How to Thread so's you can see it.

 

[88323GT]

Update!

HIDs came about 3 weeks ago, and installed. I cant say enough about it. These lights are tons brighter then the stocks. If you need visibility, I would recomend dropping about 150 for even a cheap kit. Thats what i have, and in my clear euro headlights, they are very well projected and bright! No regrets!

Also, the headgasket started showing bigger signs of going south, IE: Rough Idle at first start up, having to burn out the coolant in the cylinders. A good friend of mine was in town, so we both tackled the job. Pulled the head, and oil pan with the intentions of replacing the rings as well as the head gasket. We where absolutley stunned by what was staring back at us after pulling the head off. An almost perfect set of cylinders and pistons. The cross pattern from the factory hone was still visable, and the walls smoother then anything else on this earth ive ever touched. Nope! No rings needed!
The head was as strieght as an arrow, and the valves in great shape for their age. So we left it alone, cleaned all surfaces to as much of a clean shine, smooth as possible. Cleaned out the very little amount of sludge as was the pan, and resealed it to the block. After all said and done, she was back on the road in a matter of 13 hours, with a lunch break. Dont have any pictures of the overhual, but ile post new pics of the lights, and current condition when the rain lets up. ( )

This was done on a 20 year old B6T, never popped open till now.

 

[88323GT]

Pics as promised.







Unfortunately the car is parked due to some ignition problems.
Its weird since when you put the key in and turn it to ON not Run, it starts the car and will not dissengage the starter, so the starter is spinning full time.
Ive replace the ignition switch, and the starter in hopes one of those had failed. I also have been all through the electrical and cant find one danm problem, so im pretty much stuck.

 

[antlind]

Cool headlight system.....I like.
Anthony

 

[88323GT]

Update:
Back in April, With my electrical issue, I had CS take a good look, (Thank you Jason!) and they found the ignition relay was fried in the closed position. So Ive been back on the road for a while. Also, Had some slotted rotors, new pads, and bearings put in last month. Thats it thus far.

 

[Blue323GT]

hello

hey guys i love your cars by the way very nice. I sport a 323 GT as well and love it. i dont have many pics yet but will get some soon.

 

[88323GT]

Got some really fun go fast goodies!!! Post pics soon.

 

[Antoine]

(woowoo)...Awaiting (pics) of goodies!

 

[88323GT]

Update Photos!
Whatcha think? Ive noticed a huge difference in performance. Plus my newly painted spare valve cover.




All put back together!



Before...

...and just as it is today, with a few changes to My FMIC and intake.


Outside shots.

(yippy)

 

[antlind]

Holy Intercooler Batman......That baby is huge, what donor vehicle did it come from.....You will need to be careful of curb damage with that thing hanging out front. How does it help performance.....i.e., it is recognizable off the line or about 3500rpm (which is where the standard set up tends to perform best...in my GT at least)?
Anthony

 

[88323GT]

None of that came from a donor vehicle. Its all new custom work. Im quite aware of it and curbs, etc. Im probably going to flip it and cut the bumper so it fits.
I have noticed much better boost as it was, since there is little to no restrictions for the turbo, so it spools up very quick. It hangs through a little further too. Im very happy with how quick it is. It will throw you back a bit. MUCH, MUCH better then the old setup, which was as well much better then Stock.

 

[88323GT]

Update!

I got the intercooler flipped and into the bumper. Fits well, and I also got the pipes flared, so no connectors have somthing to grip and dont just pop apart. On a sad note, the Turbo is shot and wont boost past 8 psi. Its tired and in need of a rebuild, so I have another one being rebuilt, and will hopefully be put on this tuesday.


Pic of me mates car with the Isuzu IMark Bumper. This will be the bumper that goes onto my car. Perfect fit for an intercooler.

 

[antlind]

The intercooler looks really good now that you've inverted it.
As for the Isuzu bumper, let me know where I can get one of these please......This is perhaps the best body mod you can apply to these cars.
Keep up the great work.
Anthony

 

[OhSchnapps]

......and take his wheels too while you're at it. They make look much sexy time.

 

[88323GT]

I have sexy..er wheels in mind for this beast. ^.^
Sourcing the bumper can be rather tricky as they are almost as rare as the car itself. By the way, the intercooler has since been streightend up. Doesnt look like a drunk mounted it anymore. Thanks for the props fellas! Greatly appreciated.

 

[88323GT]

Almost Forgot!

I traded a local performance shop, my Turbo XS Type RFL Blow off valve and $90 for a new Turbo XS type H Recirc/Atmospheric Blow Off Valve. Much quieter and better for the whole sleeper package.

 

[Blue323GT]

hey guys its been quite some time since my last post and for a good reason.

i got rear ended a month ago and my car was written off.
i did buy it back and i am currently looking for a new body
my engine has 165,000km and it was rebuilt at 100,000km
so it still has life left in it.
please let me know of any bodys up for grabes

 

[antlind]

hey guys its been quite some time since my last post and for a good reason.

i got rear ended a month ago and my car was written off.
i did buy it back and i am currently looking for a new body
my engine has 165,000km and it was rebuilt at 100,000km
so it still has life left in it.
please let me know of any bodys up for grabes

Hey, sorry to hear of your misfortune.
These cars are somewhat hard to find in Alberta. You may be lucky to get a 2-dr hatch but most of them are in pretty poor condition. I'll keep my eyes open to see if anything comes up here in Calgary.
Anthony

 

[OhSchnapps]

You got rear ended..... are you looking for an entire new body, or just a rear bumper?