[Rust problem area in R33 (ALL R33 OWNERS READ )]

The tow bar came from Nissan it is a S14 200sx tow bar and cost me $265 with all the bits and pieces.

I was also quoted $395 for a custom one.

I was told the S14 kit from Nissan will fit on the skylines fine and it almost dose the only problem is that there is a bulge in the lower section of the rear boot wall. this bulge stops the tow bar mounts from sliding all the way in to the chassis rails so I will have to have them extended about 3 inches. My car is a 4 door the 2 door might not have this bulge so it will go or piss easy.

[Rust problem area in R33 (ALL R33 OWNERS READ )]

The VL is for sale

The tow bar on the skyline cant be seen any way it is all hidden behind the bumper except for the tong bit and I will take that off when not using it.

Thanks for the tip glenmcrae I will have a look while the car is all pulled apart.

[Rust problem area in R33 (ALL R33 OWNERS READ )]

I own both a VL Calais turbo and a Skyline.

What’s wrong with a tow bar on a skyline?

I’m not wanting to tow a horse float just a aluminum motor bike trailer and two bikes a total of 350 kg.

Skylines can tow fine I have seen them towing boats and one with a small pop up caravan. R33 GTS-t 4 doors have a towing capacity of 900 KG

[Rust problem area in R33 (ALL R33 OWNERS READ )]

I took by rear bar off yesterday to fit a tow bar and found a little rust it hasn't done any significant damage yet and I think I should be able to fix and stop it ok.

My car is a 95 R33 GTSt 4 door with 70,000, Never bent and in visualy perfict condition.

I just thought I would let other R33 owners know about the problem so they can check there cars.

To see the problem you will have to pull the rear bar off.

1.

Remove number plate and undo the bolt that holds the bracket down.

2.

There are three nuts on the inside of the boot on both sides behind the trim and below the taillights you will need to remove these from both sides.

3.

With the boot open there are I think 4 maybe more black plastic plug type clips that hold the top of the bumper on they will need to be removed.

They are a bit tricky I tried levering them out with a screw driver but ended up having to use pincers and just pulled them up until they popped out (I only cracked one)

4. Now you should be able to pull the bar off.

The problem area

There is a upside down L shaped bracket (The one the black plastic plug clip things go into).

On my car there is rust stains that have leached down from behind this and a few bits below it where the paint is bubbling up. It looks like moisture has got in between the bracket and the back wall of the boot.

I recommend all R33 owners check this spot, before I pulled the bar off I had no idea my car had any rust.

Has any one else had this problem?

Are there any other Rust Hot Spots I should know about?

Any Recommendations on how I should go about fixing it ?

Thanks

[Removing R33 Rear Bumper ?]

I have to removing the rear bumper of my R33 to fit a tow bar tomorrow and I was just wondering it there where nay tricks to it or if it is just a straightforward unbolt and drop off job ?

Thanks

[hidden sub! response amp r they any good?]

Darker do you have any more pics of your install?

It looks like a very neat way of doing it

[Are ford Interceptor wheels interchangeable with R33 Skyline wheels?]

Im getting a light motorbike trailer made up to tow with my skyline and have the option of ether 15-inch Holden interceptor wheels or ford interceptor wheels (I think 16 inch) for a little more.

I remember hearing some where that the ford wheels have the same stud pattern and similar offset to the skyline.

Is this correct? if so it will mean I wont have to carry two spares.

Thanks

[Changing Shocks in a R33]

So how tight should every thinkbe done back up ?

[instructions anyone]

What tourq should the nuts and the bolt be done back up with ?

[Bov...]

My car sneezes and sounds very cute :bahaha:

[Headlights]

Good idea I have been thinking about that too.

But maybe they are that way for a reason eg alternator not powerful enough,. to much heat in the head light assembly or wiring not good enough.

[Standard Shocks - People who know/have them HELP!!]

Looks the same as mine just mising the spring

[Standard Shocks - People who know/have them HELP!!]

I got one in the shed i will go have a look

[Changing Shocks in a R33]

I have a stuffed shock in my R33 and have a second hand replacement to put it.

I looks like a relatively easy job so I think I would prefer to do it rather than paying to have some one else do it.

From what I can tell it is held in by only 3 bolts. One bolt on the bottom and two holding it into the strut tower.

Can any one tell me how much torque should be put on the bolts and what the best way to get to them is? The two on the tower look a bit tricky and that the seat and parcel shelf may need to be pulled out to get to them.

Any tips welcome

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[Work shop manual/ Owners manaul For R33 Skyline in english ?]

Where can i get a R33 Skyline workshop manual and/or Owners manual in English?

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[Towing capacity For R33?]

The Shaft bit will be removable for when not being used so no one will even know it is there

It will only be towing a Aluminum Motor bike trailer about 120 kg plus bikes no more than 100 kg each

[Towing capacity For R33?]

I have finally found some one who can put a tow bar on my Skyline but they want to now the cars Towing capacity so they can put it on the plate to make it all legal.

Dose any one have a Manual, Brochure or any other official Nissan document that states the towing capacity for a R33 GTS t skyline.

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[WTB R33 GTSt Stock Rear Shock]

The Left Rear shock on my skyline is blown (seals gone and all oil leeked out)

I should be upgrading soon but would like to replace it with a good stock shock in the mean time.

If any one has one lying around after having put in aftermarket shocks let me know and I might take it of your hands

I’m In Melbourne

Thanks

Chris

[Where to install HKS Turbo Timer?]

I don't smoke and don't let other people smoke in my car.

[4 sale Some parts i/c gauge etc]

Do the Intercepters come with tyres ?

[Where to install HKS Turbo Timer?]

Thanks for that

Looks like an ok spot

[Where to install HKS Turbo Timer?]

I think i will get my self a HKS type one turbo timer to put in my R33 Skyline and was just wondering where the best place to install it would be.

I was thinking it would go well in the space for the ash tray (I don’t Smoke) but not sure how well it will fit.

Or maybe cut up the dash below the steering column some where?

Where have people got them in there cars?

Any ideas?

Thanks

[WTB R32 GTS-t/GTS4 4 door]

I almost bought a R32 GTS-t a few days ago but got dicked so I am looking again.

I would be interested in a good

R32 GTS-t or GTS4 4 door

Tell me what you have or what you know off

Thanks