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Old 06-04-2017, 02:37 AM
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Apex seal advice

I recently purchased a 2004 gt manual, 13b. I'm pulling the engine to put in a lightweight flywheel, replace/upgrade the apex seals, and see what else needs to be done if anything. Are there any seals you would recommend? I would get the compression tested but my area isn't friendly to rotaries
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i heard there are ceramic apex seals that are really durable...might be it...
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If you haven't tested compression, why do you feel the need to replace apex seals? You realize that's a rebuild?
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Also,

Someone in your area has a compression tester.

I do a lot in NE PA actually. Im sure someone close to you has a tester and would be willing to do the test for a fee likely.

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Lol

Originally Posted by Loki
If you haven't tested compression, why do you feel the need to replace apex seals? You realize that's a rebuild?
I understand that's a rebuild, thought it would just be smart because it's at 58k miles and a previous owner didn't take great care of it. Also wanted to inspect the housings
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Originally Posted by VeRdantcs
I understand that's a rebuild, thought it would just be smart because it's at 58k miles and a previous owner didn't take great care of it. Also wanted to inspect the housings
Test the compression.....or even just drive it 😎

If it starts well don't worry about it. If it begins to hard start when it''s hot then you can think about pulling it apart

When you do refresh the engine....use Mazda stock apex seals unless you are FI. They work much better than aftermarket ones in a stock NA motor
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Originally Posted by dannobre
Test the compression.....or even just drive it 😎

If it starts well don't worry about it. If it begins to hard start when it''s hot then you can think about pulling it apart

When you do refresh the engine....use Mazda stock apex seals unless you are FI. They work much better than aftermarket ones in a stock NA motor
I wish it started nicely :P I'll see how it does with these new plugs and coils



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