I'm pretty sure I know what the answer will be but had to ask: Is
this still usable? Thx all

-Dan


The engine will run if it starts. Most of the loss of compression and
HP will be at the lower RPM's.

Paul Lamar


Wow, that's not exactly the answer I was expecting!! Which is definitely an awesome surprise! The engine still had all it's apex seals in it (the only reason I even considered it) when I bought it, for approx $90 tax included (no complaints here!). Apex seals showed some very visible wear but no nicks, scratches or pieces missing. Looks like the engine had been opened @ least once (#17 & #2 tension bolts in wrong spots). Also, approx 1/2" of the outside lip of the inner water seal groove on the center housing had failed (common from what I've read) right near the oil fill tube. I already have a fix in mind ;-) I'll send pics.

Thx Paul!

-Dan  G.

The rotary will tolerate a lot of abuse. I have seen worse rotar housings after running for a couple
of hours with brand new after market apex seals. Most after market seals are made from steel and
steel is death on rotor housings. Use only Mazda stock acicular cast iron seals or Ianette ceramic seals.

While you have it apart make it a p-port.

Paul Lamar


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