I always wanted to put FE3 into a RWD platform. I recently got a miata, but I didn't fit into it so well. I was able for find 2004 RX8 with bad engine fairly cheap($2100). So I sold my miata and started a new project.
Project Scope/Specs:
Goal 350-400whp
-2000 Kia Sportage FE3
- Rx8 JDM 5 speed trans with 1990 B2600 Bellhousing
- Custom built Intake and Exhaust manifolds
- 50 trim t3/t4 turbo
- MS3X engine management.
Ok here are some pictures
Rotary out
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B2600 bell housing and 5 speed Trans installed.
Since the head protrudes about 2.25" aft, the firewall had to be cut.
Test fit
I got about 3/16" gap between the head components and the HVAC enclosure, just enough to close up the firewall with #12 sheetmetal
Engine mounts are done.
Project Scope/Specs:
Goal 350-400whp
-2000 Kia Sportage FE3
- Rx8 JDM 5 speed trans with 1990 B2600 Bellhousing
- Custom built Intake and Exhaust manifolds
- 50 trim t3/t4 turbo
- MS3X engine management.
Ok here are some pictures
Rotary out
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B2600 bell housing and 5 speed Trans installed.
Since the head protrudes about 2.25" aft, the firewall had to be cut.
Test fit
I got about 3/16" gap between the head components and the HVAC enclosure, just enough to close up the firewall with #12 sheetmetal
Engine mounts are done.
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