Jazzadub

That sucks - I suppose it's just Shred in Wellington then? I see Autostore sells it for $550 per barrel + shipping. Do you have any idea what Shred sells it for?

Hey the place in Petone is called Race Proof Limited. Theres a whole list of places here, but not sure how many are still valid - http://www.motorsport.org.nz/resources/competitors/equipment-fuel-suppliers Unfortunately it's not really an option getting it from any of the places in Auckland!

Someone I know used to own it in Plimmerton. It used to have the number plate AV0ID, which is ironic, considering the oil pump shat itself on the 2nd day of ownership! I know the fuel system (bar injectors) is overkill for the turbos, but it's better to be overspec'd in that area than on the limit. Did you mean that there is a reasonable fuel flow difference? You said 'power' twice in your comparison =P Once it comes time to tune I could mention that if he is injector limited to try a full power map at E70 or similar, however, I have a feeling the turbos will run out of flow before the injectors! I'm not certain which cars they have tuned on flex fuel, but Jason was able to supply a suitable ethanol sensor so that might suggest he has done it before? I'd say a flex fuel tune is a walk in the park when you are tuning 7.78s RB32 motors on E85 =D. Where is the cheapest place to get good grade E85 from? I found a place in Petone, and I know Shred sells it. Anywhere else?

Hi, the name's Jeremy. I'm from Porirua, Wellington. Have owned a '96 Integra with a B18CR swap, a '93? MR2. Currently own a '92 Terrano 3L Petrol and a '92 Skyline GTS-4 RB26DETT swap. I bought the Skyline after being sandwiched in the Integra, and after two days of owning it, I managed to shatter the N1 oil pump and lose oil pressure. This was back in July 2013. I did a lot of research about the RB26DETT and pondered over repairing it myself. However I finally came to my senses and decided to let the best RB builder in the known universe do his magic. It has been at RIPS since October last year, and progress has recently picked up since MGAWOT III was finished. See more pictures of the build in this thread http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/429319-new-r32-owner-from-nz/ Some quick specs: GTR gearbox and front and rear differentials RB26DETT with R33 bottom end, standard rotating assembly Refreshed R32 head, new valve guides and seals Twin Garrett GT2860R-9s with standard dump pipes and 4" exhaust GTR intercooler Tomei oil pump and appropriate restrictor Super massive oil sump RIPS catch can (to be installed) RIPS surge system and ethanol sensor in the return line for flex fuel goodness! Twin Bosch 044 fuel pumps with E85 compatible fuel lines RIPS modified standard fuel rail - twin entry and centre return to a Turbosmart FPR1200 regulator ID1000 injectors - which will be close to maxxed out, but I couldn't afford paying 2x as much for ID1300s Link G4 ECU - will be tuned by infomotive All comments and questions are welcome! Looking forward to meeting other Skyline owners in the Wellington region! The car Rebuilt engine The twins The engine back in after the rebuild RIPS fuel surge system

RIPS have had the car for a few months now, and the build has turned from a repair in to a full on overhaul. I'll let the images I have selected speak for themselves! RIPS enlarged sump Second hand R33 block all freshened up Standard pistons and rods Rods have new ARP bolts Tomei headgasket Refreshed R32 cylinder head Second hand valves - the last ones were bent New inlet guides K-lined exhaust guides Will be fitted using ARP head studs Front of engine Tomei adjustable cam gears RB25 water pump I think? New tensioners The legendary Tomei oilpump Side view In boot fuel surge tank Two, yes two Bosch 044 fuel pumps to feed the beast! They will feed a standard RB26 rail modified to twin entry and centre return. Engine ready to go back in You can see the new sandwich plate and an additional oil pressure sensor for an Innovate MTX-D gauge & the Link G4 for oil safety cutoff The twins GT2860R-9, but I have seen then referred to as GT2859R-9 also Should give great response and around 330wkw on 98 and hopefully 370wkw on E85 Enough to keep me content for a while! You can also see RIPS modified fitting at the top there. Ethanol sensor T'eed off return line Finally back in it's home! Fuel rail finished ID1000 injectors modified to fit 10.5mm standard rail Turbosmart FPR1200 fuel pressure regulator (needs to be grunty to return the flow from two 044s!) Thanks for viewing! All questions and comments are greatly appreciated!

The main things are Increased sump capacity Smaller oil restrictors Lines from head to catch can, and catch can to sump (above oil level).This is to reduce/equalise crankcase and head pressure so that the oil can more easily flow down the returns that are already there. You can also put in the "drain" at the back of the block, but this is effectively just equalising the pressure so that the existing returns are used more effectively. Remember crankcase pressure is due to blow by, not windage. This is what is stopping the existing drains from being used. If you can reduce this pressure then everything will be fine! And the catch can shouldn't really get any oil in it, especially with smaller restrictors, if it is you need to improve the baffles in the valve covers. Hope that makes sense!

Thanks man - exactly what I was after

Thanks for the reply. My question was regarding what size restrictor to run to account for the increased flow of the Tomei. Being solid lifters I understand not much oil is required. So would that justify me using a 1mm restrictor in conjunction with a Tomei pump? Or should I stick with a 1.25 or a 1.5mm? Even at the lowest setting on the Tomei I believe that they flow more than any other pump listed in the table, primarily due to the larger gears.

Apologies if this has already been covered! I am looking to install a Tomei Oil Pump and I believe it flows more than the other aftermarket pumps listed in the table on page 2. The car is primarily street, and will be taken to the track occassionally. Engine is RB26 so has solid lifters. Would I be right in thinking that a 1mm restrictor would be the best compromise?

Thanks man! You probably have an RB26 in your 32 I suppose? Do you have any experience with rectifying the oil system failings? Does my list look like it should cover everything off?

Hey all, I have recently upgraded from a B18CR integra to a 330wkw R33 sedan with an RB26DETT drivetrain conversion. Unfortunately in my 2nd day of ownership a high boost pull combined with wheelspin destroyed the oil pump and the car lost oil pressure! Quickly turned the engine off, and there was nothing foreign in the oil, so I think I have saved the engine from serious damage! A crank collar and N1 oil pump had recently been installed, as the original one had cracked due to the small engagement. It seems as though even that was not strong enough! I am now in the process of saving up until I can take the car to RIPS and get the repairs done. My research shows me that I will not be let down by them, and I would rather spend more money to get it done right, than have to do this all again a second time! Basically I am looking to get the following work done, so that I will be able to use the power without risking breakages, and also be able to take it to the track on occassion! Tomei oil pump Enlarged capacity/baffled oil sump New main & rod bearings Balanced rods Piston rings Replace worn oil/water lines 1.5mm oil restrictor Head gasket Head studs Timing belt Water pump Tensioner Catch can setup Adjustable cam gears Retune Oil pressure switch Based on the hours and hours of reading I've done, I believe that the above will go a long way to making this a reliable RB26! It should have more potential for power, and the mods will give me peace of mind that my oil pressure isn't up the piss while I'm beating on it around the track! The current mods to the RB26 are a pair of Garrett GT2860-9s, 770cc injectors, and a Link G4 ECU. It would be good to know what people think this combination should be capable of putting out once the above modifications have been done! Anyway, glad to be a member and all your comments, thoughts, and recommendations are greatly appreciated!