RxClusterWorx
FD RX7 Gauge Cluster Specialist
OUR WORK
A collection of clusters we've modded
ABOUT US
The FD chassis Mazda RX-7 is a timeless model sports car from arguably the greatest automotive era in history. The sleek body lines and high potential for performance makes it an all time favorite for many automotive enthusiasts. While it is a very desirable platform with lots of enthusiast love, it is not without its flaws one of which is the gauge cluster. It is plagued with many bugs especially centered around the circuit board that is housed inside the unit behind the speedometer. When this circuit fails it can take out the Odometer screen and compromise the functionality of the speedometer and tachometer gauges themselves. The root of the issue lies within the original electrolytic capacitors used on the "speedo board". Electrolytic capacitors contain a highly corrosive acid that in time, leaks out and starts to destroy other components it comes into contact with. The first symptom of this failure mode is a blank odometer screen, sometimes presenting as an intermittent issue. Prolonged exposure to the acid will eventually destroy obsolete parts and if this occurs it may impart irreparable damage requiring a replacement. The shelf life of a common electrolytic capacitor is approximately 15 years, so regardless of mileage on the vehicle itself these will eventually all go bad.
At RxClusterWorx we developed a repair process for these circuit boards in 2015 and have been repairing them for enthusiasts ever since. We don't just replace the faulty capacitors, we offer a full circuit board refurbish service replacing all of the vulnerable chips that may have been affected by the electrolyte as well as fully test functionality before returning the gauge cluster back to you. Even still there a couple of chips on the board that are no longer available. In this case we have a large collection of spare parts for replacements and cores so there is a high probability that we can still get you back up and going. We also offer a 1 year warranty on all repairs because of our high confidence of successful repair, so shop with confidence!
