1G Parts interchange guide - Page 2

**monoxidechild** · 2-17-05, 12:19

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Originally Posted by MazdaMiester

alright lets see what i can add in here:

What: Passenger Under-seat tray Slider drawer from 89-92 PGT
replaces factor sub box.
Modification req'd : mounts in same location(for those who dont use that subbox due to aftermarket stereo) No drilling required, However it will not fit DX seats. You'll need both brackets and the drawer, thats it!
Get more storage room!

What: Aluminum rx-7 Scissor jack. For those who want to lose a few pounds but still have a jack, one weighs about 3-4lbs compared to the nearly 10 our stock one weighs, fits in the same spot, no modification required

What: Aluminum 16X5 5-lug Rx-7 Space saver. Weighs alot less then our stupid tiny steel ones, looks alot better... Fits perfectly in the trunk
Found on: All rx-7 convert's, 87-91 rx-7 Turbo, and 89-90 rx7 GTUs<(not just GTU, has to be a GTU-s)-Eric

damn it, i have all three of those done, and didnt even think about it, u forgot to mention the rx7 jack also raises the car a few inch's taller. the under seat tray is GOD!!!, my 89pgt has mx6 seats installed, but i wanted to keep the drawer, and yes, its as simple as bolting it in, and it gives u more room then the glove box.

**mlp-mx6** · 2-17-05, 13:06

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Originally Posted by monoxidechild

u can actually take the whole 2nd gen suspension, and bolt it to a 1st gen. next phase im gonna do is a full 2nd gen set up on my 92pgt.

Does this mean the rear links for a 2nd gen bolt up to a 1st gen? Did they use the same rear suspension on both generations?

**gavin** · 2-17-05, 14:14

Read a bit more into the words. "u can actually take the whole 2nd gen suspension" ..means the struts ,the suspension linkages of the 2nd gen are not the same as the 1st gen. (for the trailing link you mentioned the 2nd gens is a bit longer)

Even referring to the struts is a bit misleading because the 2nd gen struts are not a direct fit. They can be made to fit with slight modification however. This has been gone over many times.

Gavin

**mx6GT91** · 2-17-05, 14:32

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What: Cupholders
Donor Car: 92-95 Ford Taurus
Modification required: None
Why: The MX6/626 lacks cupholders, which some people find valuable. Not an upgrade per se, but a nice creature comfort.

Not sure if they'll fit but it looks to be about the same size.

89-94 Maxima cupholders look a lot cleaner. Push it and it slides out (in a sexy way I'll add) showing off a big den for storage. Then another cover slides out with holes for cups.

I installed one on my friends Sentra. I must say its something Im getting.

**Mx6MaZTer** · 2-18-05, 9:16

How about the subaru legacy 96 I believe. Can swap the caliper with our front ones keeping our stock bracket, Therefore retaining stock pads. They are 2 piston for an even distribution of clamping for on the pads. Modification= None. although not the slider pin on subie is longer than stock, just change them out.
If I'm mistaken feel free to correct me, I got the info from gavin's brake write up.
Thanks Gavin,... I just wish I didnt have to pay the damn core charge

lol

http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread...ins+brake+post (Gavins MEGA brake job(and a whole lot more))

ADAM

**Panther37** · 2-21-05, 0:32

If you guys see anything you want to comment on, just comment on it here. This thread is gonna get big. In a month when most of this stuff is "agreed upon" It will be made it's own thread in the FAQs. Please quote and confirm anything you see up here for validity.

**ZFreak-MXSix** · 3-23-05, 1:21

The rear 2g springs DO work on the 1g struts (I just finished this a few days ago). The 2g springs on the rear are slightly smaller, but once everything is lined up and mounted, the spring does not move whatsoever...there is no safety concern because if the spring were to move it will still be caught by the lip on the strut.. The difference in diameter is maybe an inch overall, possibly less. Fronts are 100% the same.

EDIT UPDATE>>> 1200 miles on them, and they are still fine. The springs have not moved ONE BIT.

Spoolin'S12 · 3-27-05, 5:45

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Originally Posted by ZFreak-MXSix

The rear 2g springs DO work on the 1g struts (I just finished this a few days ago). The 2g springs on the rear are slightly smaller, but once everything is lined up and mounted, the spring does not move whatsoever...there is no safety concern because if the spring were to move it will still be caught by the lip on the strut.. The difference in diameter is maybe an inch overall, possibly less. Fronts are 100% the same.

EDIT UPDATE>>> 1200 miles on them, and they are still fine. The springs have not moved ONE BIT.

can any1 else verify that this is doable and safe?

**Mr.JasonBH** · 3-27-05, 16:14

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Originally Posted by Spoolin'S12

can any1 else verify that this is doable and safe?

Other people have done it.
I did a search, found a few.
So I assume so..

Im going to do it my self.

**monoxidechild** · 3-30-05, 13:03

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Originally Posted by Spoolin'S12

can any1 else verify that this is doable and safe?

its been doen for years with no issues, my 89pgt had 93pgt springs on it till last weekend when i upgraded to the dropzone springs from a 95 pgt. its not something that needs argueing over, believe me, they drop in, its that easy.

but 2nd gen coil overs DO NOT work

Spoolin'S12 · 3-31-05, 3:35

so if i buy after market springs or stock springs from a 2nd gen it should work fine on my 1st gen right? sorry i just wanna make sure cuz and i don't want to [fizzle] up a almost perfectly good car

**monoxidechild** · 3-31-05, 9:22

yes, they will work, but 2nd gen coil overs will not work, they dont fit the rear struts right. unless u go with a set of 2nd gen struts also

**SixSick6** · 4-12-05, 21:14

The IHI RHB5 VJ5 will serve as a replacement for the VJ11 if you replace the vj5 with vj11 coolant lines.

**Panther37** · 4-12-05, 21:37

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Originally Posted by SixSick6

The IHI RHB5 VJ5 will serve as a replacement for the VJ11 if you replace the vj5 with vj11 coolant lines.

Yes, but what will be the performance difference?

**SixSick6** · 4-15-05, 0:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panther37

Yes, but what will be the performance difference?

Ah, good point!

Nothing:http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124920 (IHI RHB5 VJ11/ IHI RHB5 VJ5 Comparison..Just for you Kirk!)

2-18-05, 9:16	#20 (permalink)
Mx6MaZTer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cp McKeesport, PA, USA iTrader: (0)	2 pot front calipers! How about the subaru legacy 96 I believe. Can swap the caliper with our front ones keeping our stock bracket, Therefore retaining stock pads. They are 2 piston for an even distribution of clamping for on the pads. Modification= None. although not the slider pin on subie is longer than stock, just change them out. If I'm mistaken feel free to correct me, I got the info from gavin's brake write up. Thanks Gavin,... I just wish I didnt have to pay the damn core chargelol http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread...ins+brake+post (Gavins MEGA brake job(and a whole lot more)) ADAM Last edited by Mx6MaZTer : 3-2-05 at 14:33. Reason: Install link
	MY Stage 4 TURBO http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=128643

2-21-05, 0:32	#21 (permalink)
Panther37 The Mod With the Mostest. Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Patrick AFB, FL, USA Age: 27 iTrader: (0)	If you guys see anything you want to comment on, just comment on it here. This thread is gonna get big. In a month when most of this stuff is "agreed upon" It will be made it's own thread in the FAQs. Please quote and confirm anything you see up here for validity.
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3-23-05, 1:21	#22 (permalink)
ZFreak-MXSix Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Dallas, TX, USA Age: 31 iTrader: (0)	The rear 2g springs DO work on the 1g struts (I just finished this a few days ago). The 2g springs on the rear are slightly smaller, but once everything is lined up and mounted, the spring does not move whatsoever...there is no safety concern because if the spring were to move it will still be caught by the lip on the strut.. The difference in diameter is maybe an inch overall, possibly less. Fronts are 100% the same. EDIT UPDATE>>> 1200 miles on them, and they are still fine. The springs have not moved ONE BIT. Last edited by ZFreak-MXSix : 3-26-05 at 23:11.
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3-31-05, 3:35	#26 (permalink)
Spoolin'S12 New Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Vancouver, Canada Age: 23 iTrader: (0)	so if i buy after market springs or stock springs from a 2nd gen it should work fine on my 1st gen right? sorry i just wanna make sure cuz and i don't want to [fizzle] up a almost perfectly good car
	88 MX-6 GT

3-31-05, 9:22	#27 (permalink)
monoxidechild Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: RocKForD, ChiPoC!.!.!.!, IL, USA Age: 27 iTrader: (1)	yes, they will work, but 2nd gen coil overs will not work, they dont fit the rear struts right. unless u go with a set of 2nd gen struts also
	*~ChiPoC~*

2-17-05, 14:14	#18 (permalink)
gavin Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: santa cruz.ca iTrader: (1)	Read a bit more into the words. "u can actually take the whole 2nd gen suspension" ..means the struts ,the suspension linkages of the 2nd gen are not the same as the 1st gen. (for the trailing link you mentioned the 2nd gens is a bit longer) Even referring to the struts is a bit misleading because the 2nd gen struts are not a direct fit. They can be made to fit with slight modification however. This has been gone over many times. Gavin