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1993 Mazda RX-7 — rear end still feels floaty after new shocks — Columbus owner

TrackDriver489Community StarterJul 26, 20261993 Mazda RX-7 TouringColumbus
1993 Mazda RX-7 Touring, about 149,500 miles. Shocks were replaced and there are no obvious loose parts, but the rear still feels vague over highway undulations.
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CanyonOwner864Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 26, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Columbus, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “7 — rear end still feels floaty,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. That's my plan before I call anyone.
BoostSeller448Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Columbus, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “7 — rear end still feels floaty,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
NewCarCollector228Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Quick add on that: A second data point from another 1993 Mazda RX-7 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
TrackMechanicish862Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Fair point. Counterpoint: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 1993 Mazda RX-7 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. I'd want a dollar figure or a measured spec, not 'should be fine.' This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
ApexEnthusiastCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. If it still isn't clear on the 1993 Mazda RX-7, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Did the worksheet show tax yet? If the story changes I'll post the new data.
ApexEnthusiastCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 1993 Mazda RX-7 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. This is from a 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Columbus with 149,500 miles. Have you gotten a second quote in writing? I'll update if anything new shows up.
TowBuilder423Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Asking because it changes the advice: If it still isn't clear on the 1993 Mazda RX-7, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Columbus with 149,500 miles. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
BoostSeller448Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 1993 Mazda RX-7 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
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