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Rickady88GT
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NOV 14, 02:05 PM
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Just wondering if anyone has done or tried a rotory swap? Besides a bellhousing adapter, what would prevent this engine from going in?
I know the direction of crank rotation isn't an issue because both directions are available from different manufacturers.
The sound of these things is amazing
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fieroguru
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NOV 14, 04:12 PM
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Neils88
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NOV 14, 06:53 PM
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You could mate it to the Audi 01e transaxle (fwd version) in a longitudinal setup.
Of course you'd lose the trunk....[This message has been edited by Neils88 (edited 11-14-2021).]
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Rickady88GT
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NOV 14, 08:13 PM
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Thanks, I actually did see this thread after I posted this topic. I found it in a Google search.
This has my interest, because if the exhaust is the only issue, it seems like a cool swap.
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HarryT
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NOV 15, 01:08 AM
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I had the same problem swapping a rotory into my Samurai. I cut the outlet turned it to where it would not interfere with anything and re welded it. I am trying to attach a picture.
Harry
 [This message has been edited by HarryT (edited 11-15-2021).]
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Dennis LaGrua
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NOV 15, 09:11 AM
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I see no advantage in a rotary engine swap. Those engines were not economical, burned excessive oil, prodiced high emissions and the wear was excessive The design is dead, repair parts are scarce so why would you want it in your Fiero?. ------------------
" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "
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Rickady88GT
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NOV 15, 02:59 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:
I see no advantage in a rotary engine swap. Those engines were not economical, burned excessive oil, prodiced high emissions and the wear was excessive The design is dead, repair parts are scarce so why would you want it in your Fiero?.
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I hear you, but people do strange things for their own reasons I guess. For me, I like the sound and I am not worried about were because I wouldn't drive it enough to were it out. I am used to poor mileage. And it it different.
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Neils88
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NOV 15, 03:08 PM
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The rotary engine can be a lot of fun. It's small, revs high, sounds great, and is fantastic when turbo'd. 🙂 Not everything needs to be practical.
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Patrick
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NOV 15, 04:41 PM
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Rickady88GT
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NOV 16, 05:57 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Patrick:
Several people have commented on how "amazing" a Wankel engine sounds.  Different strokes for different folks I guess. I'm old enough to have heard in person on the street every model with a rotary engine that Mazda made... and I honestly thought they all sounded rather anemic, at least during normal around-town driving.
Maybe it's the same people who enjoy the whine of a turbine who like the sound a rotary engine makes... when it's wound up to 10k RPM? 
I can remember when the Mazda Cosmo was introduced back in '68. It was unique.
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I actually kinda like that car. At least that picture of it. It looks like a Ford Tbird.
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