Project: "Last RX-7" by Herblenny

[Herblenny]

Update... Nov. 18th, 2012

Putting in the Engine and trans..

I've decided to drop the subframe and install the engine by sliding it under and lifting it up and bolting the subframe..

After that, we started it bolting up all the suspensions and brakes..

front

front and rear

front and rear completed.

 

[JDM_Pro5]

Love the 3-port on that manifold peaking out

 

[Herblenny]

Update - Nov. 19th, 2012

While Goolsby Customs were working on the panels, I went to pick up the trailer for SEMA in Nashville, TN from a buddy of mine (Thanks Vinnie!).

Love the graphics!


Panels were added..
Rear flares, hatch, wing..

Front fenders with with RE Carbon mirrors.

Closer look of the rear flares..

FEED wing and flares.

Feed fender brace

Old school wheels on

And time to transport it to my fabricator's shop (www.MPFab.com).

 

[thaikim]

Just curious but how come the interior was left red?

 

[Herblenny]

Just curious but how come the interior was left red?

I was going to spray some sound deadening stuff and also no one will see it.


Update Dec. 6th, 2012

Well, I been busy with other stuff and totally forgot to continue with my sega... not that anyone cares.. Anyhow, here are some more pics and more of previous build progress.

Arriving at MPFab.com

New OEM parts..

Mr. Walker Morgan started to install the goodies..

Turbonetics Inc. GT-K 1050 Turbo

Bracing that I had, refinished and installed.

Figuring out where to mount the reservoirs.

Front bumper on.. and the Rmagic with the covers.. We decided to leave them off..

 

[Maxx Mazda]

That front clip looks AMAZING!

 

[hiko54]

Wow. Just read the whole build thread from the beginning...amazing build Herblenny! These FD's are true classics now and to have them kept alive like this is a true tribute to their legacy!

Subscibed!(2thumbs)

 

[Herblenny]

That front clip looks AMAZING!

Thanks!

Wow. Just read the whole build thread from the beginning...amazing build Herblenny! These FD's are true classics now and to have them kept alive like this is a true tribute to their legacy!

Subscibed!(2thumbs)

Thank for saying that! I appreciate that you appreciate

 

[Jaleik]

I love it.

Your turbo is definitely bigger than mine

 

[mymmeryloss]

I thought you were done with this?

Lovin the updates!

 

[Herblenny]

Its been awhile... I'm going to update some tonight..

Finishing the body parts..

front done!

Very first shot of the car coming out of MPFab, just before loading on the trailer.

Walker taking a shot of his work.

Car loading in the trailer..

On the Brap Brap Brap trailer

 

[Maxx Mazda]

Those headlights are SICK!

 

[Alamo1]

Your project looks amazing! My only question is how do you intend to protect the impeller of the turbo from crap bein kicked up from other cars on the road?

 

[JDM_Pro5]

^chicken wire! lol

 

[Herblenny]

I have a filter that goes on front of that... and its not a wire mesh. actual cone filter. Will post pics later of that.

 

[Herblenny]

Some photos from my journey to SEMA 2012..

Saw several of these..

This car from NYC was heading to SEMA...

Later found out that the 350Z was in the caravan with one of my rotary friend from NYC... Manny who owns this FD.

I've known Manny for many years and one of the few rotorheads who's been in FD's for over 10 years. I think he had his FD since 1994??

Anyhow, 3 day trip to Vegas, we saw several of these..

many many semi's and many of the wind power stations.

And finally made it to Vegas..

and to the convention center.. in que to get the car in..

 

[Reitrof]

Great pics and stories.

 

[Sport23]

I love this car! Amazing work!

 

[Circuit]

Just went through the entire thread. Amazing build.

I did see in the engine bay shots that the wheel wells have large openings into the engine bay. Any plans for custom metalwork to close those off to protect all that sexyness in the bay?

 

[Herblenny]

Great pics and stories.

Thanks!

I love this car! Amazing work!

Thank you!

Just went through the entire thread. Amazing build.

I did see in the engine bay shots that the wheel wells have large openings into the engine bay. Any plans for custom metalwork to close those off to protect all that sexyness in the bay?

Thanks! I actually do have some plans to remedy that issue. Initially we were going to make a fiberglass/CF part but just didn't have enough time. As I'm getting the car more street/track ready, I'll be addressing the that issue.