I am new to the world of rotary engine and its components. But I was wondering if it's possible for me to succesfuly work on an RX-7 with only having skills with piston powered engines. What I am basically saying is, is it hard to work on rotary engines? Are there special tools that are needed to work on the engine? Lets I wanted to do some porting or add new Apex seals, is it too complicated, for somebody who is some what sabey on piston engines to work on rotary engines?



I say this because I some have some experience with four cylinder engines. I for example know how to bore cylinder walls, install oil and compression rings. grind valve seats and replace springs. I also know that there are special tools needed to remove valves and special things that are needed to adjust certain things. I know most of the piston powered components, but I know very little on rotary engines.



What I want to know is what speacial tools and knowledge is needed to work on rotary engines?



Thanks.



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I found out that it was alot easier to work on my 7 then my old 79 camaro w/ a 350 in it. Alot of bullshit that goes in a piston motor is no wheres to be found. If you get a FSM you will notice how simple it is. Its not hard to learn, just takes some reading up on, thats all.



Oh yeah...special tools? Definitly beer.

 

Yeah, thanks for the info man.



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