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1988 323 GTX

1988 Mazda 323 GTX Turbo AWD in factory stock condition for sale. In EXCELLENT shape and ready for your modifications. New clutch recently installed and some brake work done. 5-speed with 115,000 miles, sliding sun roof, alloy wheels, factory am/fm cassette/stereo. Interior in excellent condition and all original! My uncle bought this car and I informed him of its value to the racing industry and that it was too much of a lucky find for him to drive it all over tearing it up! This car is in amazingly good condition and all original. Yours to tweak, so to speak! Asking $3500 US dollars o.b.o.
Contact: Niki Niki_Welch@hotmail.com
(Listed December 12, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Calgary, Alberta)

1988 323 GTX, total of 215000km, engine has 40,000km on total rebuild complete with new clutch, hoses and all belts. Body is black with whale tail and tinted windows with expected rust. Interior is 2 tone grey with Recaro seats, p/w, p/dl, tilt, am/fm cassette, and sunroof. The car is located in Calgary, Alberta and I am asking for only $1500 Cdn. (because it needs some work). It has recent new brakes, calipers and struts.
Contact: davejlaporte@shaw.ca
(Listed December 12, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Charleston, South Carolina)

I originally bought this car on this web site and now I must sell it to make room for another toy. It is red and grey, grey interior, has 236,000 miles, a/c(needs charging), analog dash, pw (needs switches), pm, sunroof, NO RUST (except on windshield wiper arm), a few very small dings, newer tires all around, new water pump and timing belt(100 miles on them), new plugs and wires, could use painting, interior could use a good bath, has a tear in drivers seat, has aftermarket cruise control. Everything is original, never modified by previous owner, completely stock, tranny shifts great, needs clutch slave cylinder (I will probably go and get that fixed myself), 4wd transfer works great, a nice all around bone stock GTX. I am looking to get US$3000 or best offer.
Contact: Troy Foreman, email MRTROY4MAN@aol.com or phone (843)824.1044
(Listed December 12, 2002)

323 GTX parts chassis (Frederick, Maryland)

323 GTX parts chassis, motor good, trans bad. NO suspension, turbo, axles, wheels, headlights, markers, exhaust, AFM. $300, you pick it up.
Contact: jamie@bestforeigncarparts.com phone 240-409-6947. Call whenever.
(Listed December 12, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (New Hampshire)

1988 red/grey GTX coupe with HKS exhaust, turbo timer, adjustable boost, upgraded suspension. Recently painted. Recent 4 wheel alignment, Yokohamas at all four corners. Goes like hell!! Looks swell!!
Contact: terry@greencafe.com or call 1 603 431 5954 evenings
(Listed December 8, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Mukwonago, Wisconsin)

I Have a '88 323GTX For sale, it has 167,000 miles on it. The motor runs great, tranny shifts smoothly (synchros good), has a few rust holes in both rear fenders and the sunroof, front fender is wrinkled, and one CV boot is ripped. The car has a HKS cat-back exhaust system, HKS air filter/homemade intake, GReddy Type S BOV, Probe GT I/C mod, new I/C piping from I/C to throttle body. I have a pile of receipts from the previous owner who had almost everything on the car either replaced or rebuilt. It also comes with a set of snow tires on RX-7 rims, they have a lot of tread left on them. The car is mechanically strong it just needs some cosmetic work. I live in Wisconsin and I'd prefer not to deliver it. I'm asking US$3500 OBO and the price is negiotable.
Contact: Tony Zangerle, phone 414-379-3956, email Thinkmoto@Yahoo.com
(Updated December 8, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Houghton, Michigan)

1988 GTX with about 95k miles. 140k on chassis. speedo and odometer do not work. rebuilt engine put in car (1.6L) at about 122k. left front fender is bad but have perfect replacement. k&n panel filter. new turbo off of Isuzu Impulse RS. New centerforce 2 clutch less than 1k miles. bridgestone potenza re 950's about 2k ago. stock rims. asking us$5050, but negotiable.
Contact: mitchell ruscin 906-370-5678 mruscin@rocketmail.com
(Listed December 5, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Michigan)

158K on chassis, 80K on engine. Good condition with lots of mods including:

• Centerforce clutch
• Seam welded engine bay
• Upper and lower front stress bars
• Tokico Dirtra's
• New rotors (fronts are drilled) and front pads
• New rear wheel bearings
• K&N cone intake filter
• Boost gauge
• Stock wheels plus 626 alloys w/snows and steels (only snows are good)

Areas that need attention are: 3rd gear synchros are wearing (2nd to 3rd does not like to be rushed), Clutch master cylinder needs a rebuild. It's a Michigan car, so there are some areas needing rust repair. I just finished doing a lot of work around the rear wheel arches and there are some ares of the hatch that need the same attention. Looking to get US$2250 for it.
Contact: David Zanotti (616) 494-9053 or email mario_conti@hotmail.com
(Listed December 5, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Vancouver, BC)

I'm travelling in 2003, so I have to sell my Beater GTX. Mileage is unknown - the odo says ~150,000 km, but I don't believe it --the car is in much worse shape than the mileage would suggest. It had a broken exhaust valve when I got it, so I bought a used engine and put it in. 4WD Driveline is good. New clutch; turbo is good, crank nose good, passed Aircare emissions testing easily. Now the bad stuff: Driver's door hinge loose, leaky PS pump (I'm getting a replacement) window winder switch busted, speedo doesn't work (odo does), wheel wells and sunroof rusty, hood paint faded, rear wing broken off (but can be reattached), exhaust rattles, windshield cracked, wipers don't park. The car starts and drives fine but as you can see there are many small loose ends which will take time to fix. People are very suprised when this car zooms past them. $3000CDN ($2000US) OBO. For more details and pictures visit http://webhome.idirect.com/~tabe/gtx/GTX-FS.html
Contact: tabe@direct.ca
(Updated December 5, 2002)

1989 323 GTX (Salt Lake City, Utah)

'89 GTX AWD turbo. Red exterior/ dark gray interior, both in excellent condition. Completely stock with new tires, brakes, spark plug wires, and wheel bearings. Rebuilt distributor and shift linkage. Runs perfectly with 97,000 original miles. Car is in Salt Lake City. Asking US$4500. For questions or pictures, contact Rob at 801-575-9660 or email at jcurzon@nellp.com
Contact: jcurzon@nellp.com or call Rob at 801-575-9660
(Listed November 27, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Orange County, California)

'88 Mazda 323 GTX, Turbo 4WD, manual transmission, 2 door, AC, cassette AM/FM, 4 new speakers, power windows & locks, rust on sunroof, otherwise in good condition. Needs head gasket. 130K miles, never raced. US$4000. Email: britta@silverwolf.com
Contact: britta@silverwolf.com
(Listed November 27, 2002)

1989 323 GTX (Chicago)

'89 Mazda 323 GTX Rally car for sale and parts (engine, gear box and more) US$5000 or best offer contact or e-mail
Contact: darpolrally@aol.com or phone 1 847 375-8775 ask for Darek
(Listed November 17, 2002)

1988 323 GTX (Minneapolis, MN)

1988 Mazda 323 GTX, 173,000 miles on chassis. No body rust. 4500 miles on recently installed 1.8 liter BP series Protege GT DOHC engine with J-spec GTX turbo manifold and small VJ-14 turbo.(only makes about 10-12 psi, but spools quickly) Reprogrammed ECU mapped to 15 PSI. 450 CC DSM injectors. Boost and Air to Fuel ratio gauges. Originally an A/C equipped car but was removed when 1.8 engine was installed (have all of the A/C parts). Has sunroof, 15" TSW EVO rims with street tires, Tokico struts. Have the original spare 1.6 engine (needs rebuild). Asking US$2500 OBO. Make offer need to sell.
Contact: Scott Parrott, phone 952-402-3451 days
(Listed November 17, 2002)

1989 323 GTX (Dallas, TX)

1988 Mazda 323 GTX, 170K miles, the car is in great condition, body straight and solid runs very strong, it does not have back seat, and a small crash in front but it did not affect the engine. Momo steering wheel, shifter and pedals. Email me for more details, I am located in Dallas texas, I bought this car by this list 1 year ago to rally but I have to sell it because I got into other projects.
Contact: Camilo, camiloaa@hotmail.com
(Listed November 17, 2002)

1989 323 GTX (Los Angeles, California)

1989 GTX, clean body, everything stock, 120,000 miles. US$3700 Car is in L.A.
Contact: phone 818-705-3979
(Listed November 17, 2002)

323 GT (2wd) with 1.8l BPT GTX engine (San Francisco, CA)

Two wheel drive 323 GT, 180,000 miles, silver with black interior. Engine swap - 1.8 Liter JDM BPT Turbo ultimate sleeper rocket. Car has Garret Ball Bearing Turbo, huge Spearco front mount intercooler (24x13x3.5), custom aluminum race radiator, Fluidyne race fan, HKS intake, custom 2.5 inch exhaust, 460CC injectors, HKS F-Con, Apexi AVCR boost controller, GFB blow off valve, Protege head, Samco hoses, Magnecor wires, newly installed 1994 Capri transmission with 626 5th Gear swap, new ACT extreme clutch, new axles, alternator, battery, carpet, horn. Corbeau seats, MOMO Airleather steering wheel, shift knob and boot. Short shifter, Galant VR-4 front brake kit with HP Plus pads, new rear brakes, ground control coilovers, Tokico HP Shocks, new Autometer boost and temp gauges in custom gauge pod, Cusco front strut brace, Cusco hood, Japanese spec front end, JDM Piaa 135w bulbs, HKS turbo timer, RX7 fuel pump, new Alpine CD deck, component speakers, Alpine 50Wx4 amp, new paint, 15x7 wheels, 205/50/15 Toyo T1/s tires, spare stock hood and valve cover. Car has dynoed at 237 horsepower to the wheels at 12PSI and would make a great daily driver or track car.Lots of time and money invested.Only 7000 Miles since BPT GTX 1.8 Engine swap.Serious offers only please. Asking US$6500 OBO.
Contact: thxbrett@aol.com
(Listed November 17, 2002)

1988 323 GTX Stock ECU (Ottawa, Canada)

OEM ECU, Continue to drive your GTX while you ship this ECU out to get modified or simply replace your defective ECU. Either way you keep your GTX on the road where it belongs. A great deal at US$100 plus shipping.
Contact: Seb at sebastien.bourgon@videotron.ca
(Listed November 17, 2002)

1988 GTX (Toronto, Canada)

1988 323 GTX for sale. The car has about 235k. It is silver in colour and heavily modified. There are way too many things to list so I will just list a few:

• rebuilt engine
• ported head
• split port rally intake
• custom tubular header
• oversized turbo
• low mileage transmission (10 000 kms)
• Centerforce dual friction clutch
• 11 lbs flywheel (stock is 17 -19lbs)
• bigger injectors
• high flow fuel pump
• external wastegate
• blow off valve
• Autometer gauges (8)
• 6 point roll cage
• KYB performance struts
• 1 3/4 in drop lowering springs

Like I said, these are only a few of the mods. This is really a street driven race car. It still looks fairly stock from the outside. The car itself is in excellent condition. I am located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. I am asking $20,000 Canadian firm. There is well over $30,000 invested in mods alone. The car is a must see.
Contact: justiceh@hotmail.com
(Listed October 6, 2002)

'88 GTX (Vancouver, British Columbia)

1988 Mazda 323 GTX with 16" mags new paint custom 2.5" downpipe going into a 2.25" HKS exhaust. Greddy turbo timer, custom boost valve, Momo shifter, Grant Racing wheel, cone air filter, boom system with cd changer, Suspension Techniques lowering springs and tons of other new parts . The crank has been replaced. Some extra parts included. The car is in great shape and it has 200,000 kilometers. It has never been raced or rallied. Asking $5950 US dollars More pics available just e mail me . Car is in Vancouver,B.C Canada.
Contact: travisjones@shaw.ca Travis Jones, phone (604) 263-1153
(Price reduced Nov. 4, 2002)

'88 GTX (Wisconsin)

I have a '88 GTX awd turbo 5speed for sale. The car has less than 95,000 miles, A/C removed, and the car has all of it's factory paint. It still has the factory radio. Power window lifts. I bought it to go ice racing from an insurance company, title was turned into the state of Wisconsin as junk. Dent in hood. No smoke on cold start, no smoke under full boost. The clutch started to slip, still drives great! New clutch included. There was no ice last year, I'm done. Only US$1300. Car is located in Appleton Wisconsin.
Contact: Phillipscholl@aol.com or call Phil, 920 729 1123
(Listed September 17, 2002)

'88 GTX (Toronto, Canada)

Mazda 323 GTX for sale or trade for a street Talon or 5.0 Mustang. The car was beeing prepped for pgt class a few years ago and then I blew the engine and never fixed it as I had a child and a wife. So I've come to realize that my rally days are on hold for a few years, so I'm selling the car. The car is a 1988 GTX, grey with a roll cage, 5 point harnesses complete interior, rally coilover suspention, comes with a rebuilt engine (bought from a GTX list member) not installed, the old engine is still in the car but the block has a scratch in the cylinder wall (#2), it has a HKS PFCcon and HKS electronic boost control (the car ran 17 psi all day with no problems), comes with spare head and a car dollie. The car need a left headlight, but everything still works (sunroof, power windows, radio...) I'm asking only $4000 Canadian ( currency converter), the car is in Toronto, Canada, delivery can be arranged. E-mail me if more info or pictures needed.
Contact: pedrod@sympatico.ca
(Listed September 10, 2002)

'92 GTAe (New Hampshire, USA)

1992 Mazda GTAe (lightweight GTR) ex customs, white, rollcage installed, racing seats, never raced, on the ground in the USA for sale US$22,500, Also 2 GTX cars one red, mildly rusty runs very well US$2200, one red and excellent with a number of HKS mods US$4750. Also have Nissan Skyline GTR awd twin turbo "Godzilla" for sale in USA at present.
Contact: terry@greencafe.com , or call Terry Bennett 1-603-781-0195
(Listed September 9, 2002)

GTX (Tennessee)

'88 GTX-4wd white, body straight and solid, interior good to excellent, needs transmission replaced, spare trans w/ good internals included, delivery possible (at cost) east of the Mississippi. Too many projects. Asking US$1850, MUST SELL MAKE OFFER.
Contact: 5grasers@icx.net or call Lee 865-494-7873 evenings 6-10 EST
(Listed September 6, 2002)

GTX Parts For Sale

1) intake for gtx turbo engine, including 4 injectors in good shape, taken off a gtx with 110k, was working fine at time of removal (crank nose failure) best offer
2) side skirts - pair of rare original OEM silver side skirts. In good visual shape, but need new brackets to mount on bottom (mounting points at wheel wells still good). These aren't heavy, but will probably run about $30-50 to ship. best offer
Contact: rolandhorth@attbi.com or call 425-313-4608
(Listed August 29, 2002)

1988 Mazda 323 parts (Santa Barbara, California)

Original shop repair manual $100 and a "Weathershield" custom made car cover (used twice cost $279 + tax) asking $125. If I sell both to the same person I will ship for free.
Contact: nitro1471@cox.net
(Listed August 29, 2002)

'88 GTX (Tennessee)

One look at the vehicle and you know what pride of ownership means. Immaculate condition vehicle. Has lived a sheltered life, always garaged. Has 90K miles. Vehicle is all original except HKS cat-back exhaust (has been on car for less than 300 miles). Vehicle purchased and maintained at local Mazda Dealership. Have all receipts. Still have '88 brochure and original vehicle Monroni label which shows price and features of vehicle. An absolute blast to drive.
Contact: sboldea@mazdausa.com
(Listed July 1, 2002)

'88 GTX (Alabama)

I have an excellent condition GTX Turbo AWD Black on Gray. Interior and exterior is nearly flawless. AC, power windows, locks, and mirrors. New timing belt, radiator hoses, pulley belts, wires, plugs. Full power, no smoke, adult driven, synthetic oils from 20K. HKS exhaust, HKS power flow air filter, near new z-rated 205/50s. This car is an excellent buy for the collector. Needs front window tinting replaced and rear brake pads replaced. Would like US$6000.
Contact: david.radzieta@bridge.bellsouth.com
(Listed July 1, 2002)

GTR Transmission (Ontario, Canada)

I have a GTR tranny which I'm trying to find a home for.
Contact: lode@hawk.igs.net
(Listed July 1, 2002)

Wanted to Buy

GTX Wanted (Arizona)

I live in Chandler, Arizona and I am looking for a GTX, blown engine OK.
Contact: jimmyeatstatic@cox.net
(Listed September 23, 2002)

GTX Wanted (Washington State)

I am from Yakima I am looking for a GTX that is all decked out and ready to autocross for under 10 grand. If you have one within or around 200 miles of Yakima, Washington please e-mail me, thank you.
Contact: Hockey3386@aol.com
(Listed September 1, 2002)

GTX Wanted (Florida)

I have been searching very hard for a 88-89 Mazda 323 GTX and I hope this ad may send one my way. I live in Tampa, FL I am willing to pick up a RUNNING GTX but will settle with shipping a non running GTX by train.
Contact: Lownloud90tegra@aol.com or call me at (813)310-3373
(Listed August 29, 2002)

GTX Wanted (New Zealand)

I am looking for a 89-91 black GTX hatch. With the standard 3 mesh bumper and single top rear spoiler. I live in Invercargill and am willing to travel as far as Christchurch.
Contact: jakethepuss@hotmail.com
(Listed August 29, 2002)

GTR / GTX computer wanted (Ontario)

I need a computer and wiring harness for a 1991 JDM BPTurbo DOHC 1.8L 323 gt-r or gtx engine. I live in Ontario Canada.
Contact: lode@hawk.igs.net
(Listed August 29, 2002)

WANTED - B6 Turbo parts (Australia / New Zealand)

I'm searching for a good second hand set of forged pistons to suit a B6 turbo. I'll also be interested in any con rods, cams, heads or any other internal components anyone has for sale in Australia or New Zealand.
Contact: jamespower@austarmetro.com.au
(Listed July 1, 2002)

WANTED transfer case

I am wanting a GTX for the transmission transfer case I guess they call it the rear end. I want to convert my '91 Capri to all wheel drive I dont need a pretty car can even be totaled. Does not have to run . I'm looking for a good price I live in Harrisburg, PA
Contact: Vince clubsprint91xr2@yahoo.com
(Listed July 1, 2002)

Wanted GTR engine

I'm looking for a 1.8 liter 4 cyl. GTR engine with about 200bhp. I have a 1992 Mazda 323 1.6 with everything high performance except a fast engine. I live in eastern Ontario, Canada.
Contact: lode@hawk.igs.net
(Listed May 11, 2002)

Wanted - GTX, will trade modified Miata

I have a 1991 Miata. There is a few modifications done. I want to trade for a 323 GTX with adequate modifications. Miata has: 1.) GReddy Turbo Kit TD04H 15G.
2.) Probe Gt Intercooler
3.) Eclipse 1st gen blow off valve
4.) Vortech FMU
5.) 2 1/4 Exhaust
6.) Ractive Muffler
7.) Star Clutch
8.) Roll Bar
9.) 17inch Konig Rated R's
10.) Nitto 555 extreme's 205/40's
11.) 1993 jspec 1.6 47,000 miles
12.) Boost gauge
13.) A/F gauge
14.) Power Stop front rotors
15.) Kenwood Cd Headunit
16.) Alpine Speakers 6 1/2
17.) New top
18.) New brakes and calipers
19.) New rear
20.) Rear lip spoiler
21.) New radiator
22.) HKS super mega flow air filter
23.) New fuel pump

Contact: GReddyMiata@aol.com
(Listed May 1, 2002)

Wanted - GTX Tranny (Vancouver B.C.)

I'm looking for a good condition gear box for my GTX
Contact: owenkennethyoung@hotmail.com
(Listed April 22, 2002)

Wanted - GTX (Western Canada)

I'm looking for a white or black GTX (any year) in western Canada. Preferably in good condition.
Contact: galayhammer@hotmail.com
(Listed April 12, 2002)

Wanted - GTX (Orange County, California)

I'm looking for 323 GTX in the Orange County, California area.
Contact: mshmalko@yahoo.com
(Listed April 10, 2002)

Wanted - GTX (New England)

Wanted: 323 GTX. Any condition considered. Buyer located in New England.
Contact: Ed, vmax@cyberportal.net, or call 603/524-7972
(Listed Feb. 17, 2002)

Wanted - GTX or Capri Engine (Detroit)

Looking for a GTX engine or the Capri engine
Contact: funscooby@yahoo.com
(Listed Feb. 2, 2002)

Q. Engine swap question.

Have anyone of you guys out there ever considered putting a RX-7 engine into a GTX (1600) ? I just seized up my engine (got a little too eager with the boost pressure setting), and I'm considering swapping the engine for a RX-7 Turbo II or the latest Bi-turbo RX engine. If anyone has done this, please drop me a note. I would like to hear from anyone with remarks or suggestions on this swap.

Thanks a lot in advance.

Contact: Frank Ove Mannsaker, frank.ove.mannsaaker.hyundai@kolberg.no (Oslo, Norway)

(Posted August 18,1998)

P.S.: Anyone got a RX-7 turbo engine for sale? Need complete engine with all harness and aux, or a wrecked car/front part. Europe or U.S. OK.

Q. GTX Problems

Hey Reed,

I was wondering if you, or maybe one of your website visitors could help me out. I have an 1988 GTX with 115 000 KMs on the odometer. The problem I have is that when I floor the car in fifth gear, or near floor it, the turbo light blinks and a beeper sounds. This only happens in fifth, and not in any of the previous four gears. I was curious if anyone else has encountered this problem, and would be aware of the problem. Thanks a million, and keep up the great work on the page.

Contact: Brian Oldford, b.oldford@nf.sympatico.ca

Q. Problem with cracks in engine

I am currently experiencing trouble with a GTX 1600 Turbo that seems to have a crack in the cylinder block. The cylinder head has been off and pressure tested, and a new gasket fitted. But the problem is still there. Anyone out there who has experienced this before me?

The pressure in the cooling system is HIGH even when it is cold, and white smoke is coming out of the exhaust. Turbo is brand new. Looking forward to your mail.

Contact: frank.ove.mannsaker.hyundai@kolberg.no

Question on 323 GTX Wheelbearings

I am Dave Miller from Skaneateles, NY and have an '88 GTX, from new, with 87K on the clock. I love the car but recently have had trouble keeping wheelbearings in it. I have had two independent shops replace all four corners (about twice, it seems) since the first one went at about 65K. I have stayed away from the only dealer in Syracuse due to bad past experiences and would appreciate it if anyone in the group has some advice as to how to cure my problem. Thanks very much.

Contact: Dave Miller, millerdave@att.net

 

Eager Boost Cutoff

My '88 GTX has just been totally rebuilt from the ground up. The engine is stock other than a ported and polished head. Unfortunately I can't stay off the boost cutoff. I can hit the rev redline in first easily and the boost is about 8-9 psi, but when I shift to second, the boost takes about a tenth of a second to hit 11 psi and the cutoff if I stomp it. Each sucessive gear is the same thing. The only way to accelerate with this car is to use about 1/4 throttle and feather it just below the boost cutoff. Maybe this is normal, but I'm sure the car would be quicker WITHOUT the turbo. My mechanic says the wastegate is working, but I'm not too sure... suggestions?

Contact: Dr. R. Bruce Murphy, email <nerf@ibm.net>, Ottawa Ontario Canada

 

High idle when warm

My GTX recently started idling at nearly 2000rpm when warm. I've got a factory maintenance manual and it seems to point to a faulty BAC valve but the price on one of those is over $500. I'm also getting a "Check Engine" light. Good news is that the engine is still there! Bad news is that I don't have one of those little thingy's to check the code in the computer - know how to do it the "other" way?

From: John A. Virnig, email <javirnig@aol.com>

A. Problem Solved!

I found the problem a short time after a person on your web page emailed me. Turns out the A/C button was depressed and while the A/C isn't working (insufficient Freon), the computer still bumps the idle.

 

Reading Diagnostic Codes

Here's how you get the codes from the computer without the Mazda diagnostic tool.

When you open your hood there is a pair of green connectors driver's side right back by the hood hinge. One is a six or eight pin connector, the other is a single pin. The eight pin works with the Mazda System 27 checker. That gives the codes directly to the checker, but you need the tool. The other single wire connector is the one that you want. It should be a female spade connector. All you do is shut the car off, open your hood, ground that connector (I have a male jumper for the connector and an alligator clip on the other end that I grab one of the strut mounting studs for grounding), hop back in the car and turn the ignition switch to on. In addition to seeing your oil light and your alternator light, you should see a check engine light on the top row. The light comes on steady for two or three seconds when you first turn the ignition switch on, but then will blink out the code that the computer has stored. Long blinks mean 10's and short blinks mean ones. Multiple codes are separated by a pause. The meaning of each of the codes is in the factory workshop manual, although you have to look a bit.

Courtesy of: Kurt A. Weiss, <kurt.weiss@gep.ge.com>

 

323 GTX tech questions

Hello, could you help me with 2 questions about our 323gtx's please?

1.Can you tell what that switch on the clutch pedal (at the top of the clutch arm)is, and what it does? It seems to prevent me from doing any type of fast shifting.

2.Twice while driving (making around 9-10lbs boost) I heard a horn type noise go off. Is this the factory boost cut off system? Do I need to bypass this to make MORE BOOST!?

Thank you, Ben in B.C.

Contact: <Mick1@netcom.ca>

 

Differences between '92 GTR and '91 GTX?

I have the chance to buy a 1992 323 GTR or a 1991 GTX. They look very similar but because neither was ever imported into the UK, I know nothing about what the difference is. Can you tell me ? Details such as :

• engine (turbo, horespower etc.)
• suspension
• transmission (LSD etc)
• performance

I used to own a 1987 323 GTX and I did some hillclimbs with it in the UK and I thought it was a brilliant little car.

Contact: Phil Davies <sales@fil.co.uk>

How to lower the suspension

My name is Boris, I own a 87 Ford TX3 4WD TURBO (Mazda 323 GTX) and I am considering to lower the suspension. Is there any other way to lower the suspensions without disconnecting them? If so, can you tell me in detail how to do that? Thank you for you help.....

Boris

Western Australia

Contact:<semb@onaustralia.com.au>

 

What might make the engine race uncontrollably?

I have a 1988 323 GTX 1.6 L (stock) 92,000 mi., with a PFC-FCON, adjustable boost under the hood with exhaust turbo out, a reprogrammed ECU, and a dual-friction clutch pushing sixteen and a half pounds boost. I was racing it through first, second, and third gear, while slowing into fourth it revved to 8000 RPMs with out my foot on the gas in neutral. I turned the car off (took the key out), and it was still revving at the same RPM for approximately 15 to 30 seconds longer. I then put in fourth gear to kill the engine while at an almost complete stop. Towed the vehicle home and did a compression test with cylinder 1,3,4, with the normal compression and number two with about 60% compression of the others. Now there is oil in my turbo (which is a stock turbo). What I would like to know is what may be the cause of my engine racing like that and what could have happened to the car, and should I try to run it? I will appreciate all replies.

Contact:<Tecknovore@aol.com>

 

Shocks, or shocks, springs, bushings, swaybars?

I'm seeking performance information. My 1988 GTX has stock wheels, springs and suspension. It currently needs a new shock (it's leaking) and I am trying to decide whether to replace all 4 just to be safe, what to buy and whether to have the struts or any other suspension part changed at the same time.

The car has 90K miles on it and the suspension is all original. I plan to do mainly street driving but would like to increase handling as much as possible for as little money as possible.

I used to have an 1987 Civic SI with Tokiko Illumina 5 way adjustable shocks, stiffer rear springs, stiffer sway bars, 13x6 revolution wheels and 195x60x13 tires. This car was set up by Chuck Noonan of CRE Racing in Barry MA and it handled like a slot car on the road. I would like to get that type of handling out of the GTX but don't want to pay $3000 to do so.

Can you recommend a shock? Is it OK to stay with OEM Mazda or go with something like a Tokiko?

Given that the car is a lot stiffer than a stock 323 and the sway bars look really beefy and that I know a lot of people racing on springs with over 100,000 miles on them:

Would I get a significant increase in handling by going with aftermarket struts? What kind?

Would I get a significant increase in handling by going with aftermarket sway bars? What kind?

The bushings on the swaybars look worn, any suggestions on what to replace them with?

Can you point me to anyone in the Boston area that works on GTXs?

Contact: Donald Eburne <Donald.Eburne@LibertyMutual.com>

 

Q. Engine Trouble

I have a real stumper here and I'm hoping you can help me out! I own an '88 Mazda 323 GT which has one of those fancy 16 valve DOHC TURBO charged engines. It currently has 99,450 miles on it.

Last Sunday I washed the engine with a power washer. It hasn't been the same since. When I drove away I could hear sparking and could tell it was missing because of the water. I let it sit until the next day, when I noticed it was loosing power up around 4000 RPM. In fact it was taking so long to accelerate from 4000-5000 RPM that the Turbo Over boost warning came on! I continued to drive the car for a few days and the problem got worse and worse. It was so bad Wednesday night that I had to slip the clutch significantly just to get the car rolling. If I kept the engine below 3000 RPM it would decelerate even with it floored.

On Thursday I took it to my local shop. The found a crack in the distributor cap so we replaced it. Unfortunately that didn't do anything. After they checked all the obvious things I decided to try to get to work! I barely got on to the highway, but managed some how. When I got off the highway (30 miles later) the car was FINE, it had fixed it's self!! I was excited! Only to my dismay did I find the problem back Thursday evening when I got in to go home. The same thing happened on the ride home. After about 15 min on the highway it fixed it self and I had full power.

I took it to shop number 2 on Friday and left it there all day. He couldn't find anything wrong. He checked spark, timing, fuel pressure, air filter/intake, the exhaust system for a blockage and anything else he could think of. After a day of looking he called me and said I give up.

Monday I took it to the dealer and they did a wet compression check and said that the cylinders are supposed to have 154 but only have 100,90,80,104. They want me to authorize them to tear down the engine for $500.00 just to give me a diagnosis and estimate. What should I do? How could it be an intermittent problem and have low compression? Any advice would be much appreciated.

Thank you for your time. Jeff Banet

A. Problem Solved!

Date Wed, 15 Oct 1997 22:16:28 -0400

From: Jeff Banet

Thanks for the posting, it turned out to be the crank that was broken!! Read below, Brian knew right what it was! As it turned out, the dealer figured it out the same day Brian e-mailed me...

Date: Wed, 08 Oct 1997 23:49:12 -0400

From: Brian Project323@Rocketmail.com

Subject: your 323 gtx problem

Jeff, First of all check the bottom pulley attatched to your crankshaft. Does it appear to wobble from side-to-side? It sounds like you have a broken keyway on your crankshaft. This accounts for the low compression readings and dismal performance. It is likely a coincidence that you pressure washed the car when you did. If you need help with a replacement crank or bottom end please write or call me. Project 323 is the world wide owners group for Mazda 323 enthusiasts. I have several used and 1 new bottom end around as well as ECUs, turbos (new & used) and always have a huge supply of parts on hand

Q. Normal Exhaust Temp?

What should the normal exhaust gas temperature range be on the 1988 B6 DOHC engine as measured at the exhaust manifold?

Thanks, Eric Rehwald, Jasper, AB, Canada

A. Around 1300 F

I have a 323 Gtx and I saw your question about the exhaust gas temp. on the turbo engine. I took out my catalytic convertor but I was seeing 1350 F on the interstate. Now I rarely get over 1300 but road race told me that these are normal temp's. If you get up around 1600 something is wrong. I try and let my car cool 1min~800 F, 2min~1000 F, 4in~>1200 F. Hope this helps some. Mike at road race is the expert.

From: Clay McLendon

Stumble off idle

I have a question for visitors to this site. My GTX has a bad stumble just off of idle. It is most noticeable when trying to hold a steady speed, like on the highway. It only does it when it is warm. First thought was throttle position sensor, but no trouble codes are indicated by the computer, and everything checks out in terms of resistances. If I take the computer out of closed loop by disconnecting the Oxygen sensor the problem goes away. The sensor is a Bosch unit, and is sending a signal. Has anyone else had a similar problem?

Contact: Kurt Weiss <Kurt.Weiss@gep.ge.com>

 

Difficult to lock center differential

Lately I noticed that it is quite difficult to lock my center differential, and once it engages it is awfully difficult to disengage. My Mazda dealer thinks that I may need a new actuator (servomotor?). I am wondering if anyone has had a similar problem, and thus a possible solution.

I would also like to find out how I can modify the anti-detonation reduction of the boost, which in my case often comes on as early as 13 pounds.

Contact: Peter Novak <penovak@ibm.net>

Books from amazon.com

Mazda Motorsports

A great little book, with plenty of photos, that covers the spectrum of Mazda racing in the USA from about 1970 through 1991. Several cool pictures of full-race 323 GTX in action.

More Information Here

Chilton Repair Manual

A basic manual that covers the full variety of maintenance and repair procedures.

More Information Here

DJT Motorsports

My name is Darin Stocker, I run a small race shop called DJT Motorsports in Detroit.

I have 2 GTX's and have worked on many, both street and race. Currently I am building

a stroked 1.6 for a customer and am also rebuilding a transmission for another.

DJT Motorsports - Detroit

313-895-9353

Road / Race Engineering

13022 La Dana Ct.

Santa Fe Springs, Ca. 90670

(562) 777-1522 phone

e-mail sales@roadraceengineering.com

web site www.roadraceengineering.com

Cork Sport

6705 NE 79th Ct, Suite 1

Portland, OR 97218

(503) 252-5700

Web site www.corksport.com

E . L . PROTOTYPES

410 S. Motor Ave. #C

Azusa, CA 91702

(626) 812-4358 phone

e-mail ELProto@aol.com

We have been doing 323 GTX and Familia ECU upgrades for about 5 years now and we have assisted in many transplants of these motors into FWD only cars. Eric Lapka, owner.

Reich Racing Ltd

261-525 Highland Rd W, Kitchener, ON N2M 5P4. Canada

Fax: 519-576-2204, or email at project323@reichracing.on.ca

We supply high quality new & used parts at discounted prices. We specialize in 323 GTXs and Celica All Trac Turbos

Road Action Imports

Montreal, Canada

(514) 668-5777

email: Sean Magowan <sean@laval.com>

TAD Motorsports

Lake Zurich, Illinois, USA

(847) 550-8116

Rod Millen Motorsport

http://www.rodmillen.com

HKS USA

www.hksusa.com

13401 S. Main Street

Los Angeles Ca. 90061

(310) 491-3300

Propulsion Motorworks

Midori Machi 2-13-18

Gushikawa City

Okinawa Japan

Tel/Fax (98)973-9322

e-mail promotor@ii-okinawa.ne.jp

Adelaide Jap Dismantlers

Australian used parts supplier. Has some GTX and GTR engines.
19 Jacobsen Crescent, Holden Hill SA 5088 AUSTRALIA
phone 61+ (8) 8369 1156

Tri Point Engineering (Canoga Park, CA)

Specialize in Mazda and BMW but have done mods on GTXs.
Tri Point Engineering
21417 Ingomar St # 7
Canoga Park, CA 91304
(818) 348-5385

Wholesale Hyperformance (Diamond Bar, CA)

We sell most major aftermarket performance brands for imports such as: HKS, Blitz, Greddy, Gab, Koni, Tokico, Eibach, Intrax, Bilstein, KYB, Magnacore, Nology, NGK, MSD, K&N, Mazdaspeed (auth. Dealer), PIAA, Sparco, Momo, Razo, Volk, Racing Hart, SSR, RSR, Catz, OMORI, Autometer, APEXi, etc.. (I can save import owner's much money on parts, we are very competitive) You can check out our website: www.wholesalehyperformance.com
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