Worst JDM Engines: Mazda RX8, Mitsubishi 3000 GT, Subaru WRX STI, Toyota Supra, Toyota & Subaru Recalls

Ideal Media conducted polls across social media to uncover the most wretched Japanese engines, unveiling the beloved yet flawed Mazda RX8's 13B MSP rotary powerplant. Despite its high-revving excitement, carbon deposits and intense heat woes plague this gem. Mitsubishi's 3000 GT, boasting turbocharged prowess, falters due to unreliable components like timing belt tensioners and fuel injectors. The Subaru WRX STI, a rally-bred marvel, grapples with head gasket and piston ringland failures, tarnishing its performance legacy. Toyota's iconic Supra, powered by the troublesome 7M GTE engine, battles head gasket woes and demanding valve adjustments, testing the loyalty of enthusiasts.

Toyota's 1ZZ-FE engine, a workhorse in various models, grapples with oil consumption and knocking issues, marring its reliability. The supercharged 1MZ-FE engine, enhancing models like the Sienna, faces overheating and sludge build-up nightmares, tarnishing its appeal. The Toyo brw engine, shared among the FR-S, FRS, and BRZ, endures recalls for faulty fuel injector seals and valve springs, leading to misfires and engine failures post-fix. Early models bore the brunt of these issues, while newer iterations offer a reprieve from the engine woes. The video delves into the audience's verdict on the worst JDM engines, shedding light on the common pitfalls of these iconic Japanese powertrains.

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Viewer Reactions for Worst Engines Ever Made - JDM Edition

• Disagreement over the reliability of certain car models, with some users sharing positive experiences and others highlighting issues like electrical problems, clutch issues, and oil starvation
• Discussion on specific engine models like the Subaru EJ207 and EJ257, and the Mazda Renesis, with comments on their performance and potential issues
• Mention of the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 and its improvements after upgrades
• Comments on the Subaru head gasket issues, with distinctions made between turbo and non-turbo models
• Debate over the care and maintenance of cars impacting their reliability, with some users suggesting proper servicing and driving habits are key
• Criticism of the video for focusing on popular JDM sports cars known for issues rather than lesser-known problematic engines
• Mention of unique aspects of ownership for certain engines, such as the Mazda Renesis requiring oil metering pump maintenance and premixing
• Criticism of the video for being poorly researched and lacking innovation
• Humorous comments about specific car models, like the TRD Sienna and the Lotus Elise's engine
• Users expressing surprise at certain engine models not being included in the list, like the VQ35DE