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    R33 GTR LM Limited

    in Newbie Introductions

    Posted

    Mod list is extensive, here is a google doc with the details:

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TyxCj2NoIdTviEseLMahUZxGtzKSrCDqhgPiPNz1RJ8/edit?usp=sharing

    But the short version is:

    • 2.8 Tomei stroker, with N1 block.
    • Tomei Oil Pump and an N1 water pump. 
    • JUN CAms and head equipment.
    • Nismo inlet manifold.
    • GTX2863R Turbos.
    • 3" Kakimoto Exhaust (has been damaged by E85)
    • Twin Walbro Fuel Pumps.

    Plans:

    2016: get it on the road. (Just need one more piece of paper and then this is done).

    2017: Mechanicals. Specific items (development of a single LCD gauge set) Suspension tune. Remap engine if required.

    2018: Body work, to be touched up, carbon wing blade to be sourced and installed (if not already completed). Full protective wrap.

    2019; ???

    Power: Currently

    640hp at the wheeis @6000RPM.

    818NM Torque at the wheels @5000RPM 

     

    Rare Skyline Register

    in RB Series - R31, R32, R33, R34 (1986-2002)

    Posted · Edited by niZmO_Man
    edited forum link so it shows up properly

    Hi all,

    I'm certain I mentioned it before, but i've bought an R33 LM Limited from Perth.

    The story behind that (with pictures) is here: 

    Google Doc for current specs of car:  https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TyxCj2NoIdTviEseLMahUZxGtzKSrCDqhgPiPNz1RJ8

    Anyone with the link should be able to see the doc. My car is a standard GTR (non v-spec). LM Build Number: LM #161/188; GTR LM #78/86

     

    R33 GTR LM Limited

    in Newbie Introductions

    Posted

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    OMG. So much yes. Beautiful car, you really scored.

    Almost everyone who sees it says that. It's a testament to Gav and Galvsport for building and to myself for asking soooo many questions. I even queried people who had only seen the car once.

    I attempted to leave no stone unturned in my quest and it is paying off. The roadworthy for this was less complicated than for my Ford Falcon and to me that suggests that my research has paid off. Big win!.

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    R33 GTR LM Limited

    in Newbie Introductions

    Posted

    R33 GTR LM Limited

    Hi all,

    So long time stalker and awkward question guy here. I have been chasing an R33 GTR LM Limited for a long time. 

    I have seen all the LM Limiteds that have been for sale this year. In total, there were less than ten cars for sale here and in Japan.

    In the end, I have purchased an LM Limited from Perth from a nice guy called Gavin. He contacted me early in my search to offer his car to me. At the time, I was looking for a stock car that had a few modifications as possible. Gav's car did not fit that bill. It has been built from the ground up in all aspects (engine, suspension, brakes, etc).

    The months rolled on and I followed up every lead I could to try to find the car I wanted. I spent hours and hours trawling through the internet, facebook and of course SAU. All the while a little voice on my shoulder kept asking if maybe I should just buy that worked one that Gav offered. It was already here after all. 

    Finally, I cracked, I gave up my search got back in contact with Gav to offer to buy his car. His response: "I'm going to hold onto it and not sell it." I was devastated and proceeded to offer the amount that I knew Gav wanted for it. He changed his mind after a couple of weeks and I sent a healthy deposit over to secure the car. 

    The car had a few minor issues that needed to be worked out at Galvsport. While it was there I asked that the car be inspected with the intent of me purchasing it. The guys at Galvsport were fantastic and were very patient with my questions and commentary. In the end, I did buy the car and transfered the rest of the money to Gav. I know owned the car I wanted.

    If only it wasn't 3500km away. I had the car shipped over using CEVA on the premium race car transport. The car arrived in excellent condition and was exactly what I was hoping for. It was shipped from Galvsport directly to Racepace in Melbourne who have gotten the car into a roadworthy state (VicRoads are notoriously scrupulous on modified cars). 

    I picked the car up with its roadworthy today and drove it away. I did stall it once trying to complete a u-turn and it has insanely hard suspension. I was advised that I should soften it up and having driven it for 30 minutes this is now a priority. Fortunately the car has adjustable damping which should result in a better ride.

    So whats the car like? It's fast, really fast. Like oh my god, what just happened, fast!

    It's also very loud. Not the exhaust, it is tolerable, but the noise from the suspension, fuel pumps and differentials is insane. Its got a radio so I might have to give that a go to remove the unwanted noise in the background.

    So all in all, it's a very different car than I was expecting, this thing feels and acts like a racecar. Certainly once the suspension is softened up, I think it will be more tolerable on the roads. 

    So, pictures, I know most of you are only here for pictures:

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    Nissan r33 gtr

    in Newbie Introductions

    Posted

    Hi Subi. Welcome to SAU. The search bar will become your new best friend here. Some really quick tips though;
    Don't rush to buy. Most GTRs are up long enough for you to get a second opinion and do as much research as you can.
    If a car seems too good to be true, it probably is.
    Be wary of changed dash/odometers. It seems to be super common that some cars have changed odometers and some owners get a bit defensive when you ask why.
    Otherwise just read as much as you can and try to get a second opinion from someone who knows cars.
    Good luck!

    Could the emphasis on not speeding be causing more crashes?

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    Here in Melbourne the focus has been on three things for a number of years; dont speed, dont drink and dont be on your phone. Unfortunately this combination has led people to believe that they are fantastic drivers as long as they arent doing any of the above.
    What it has led to, is an entire state driving around with their attention anywhere but the road.
    You see it everywhere, cars judt wandering all over the road, no f**ks given about other road users and tailgating like they believe if they get close enough their car will pass right through yours.
    I'd love to see the stats on low speed, no injury crashes. I guarantee these will have increased disproportionally to number of drivers on the road.



    Any R33 GTRS For sale in perth?

    in Wanted to Buy

    Posted

    Also for the cost of shipping a car over, i would widen your search out to other states. It's a little more hassle and you need to be more careful, but you might find what you want on the east coast. (Disclaimer; i just bought an R33 LM from Perth and shipped it to Melbourne).

    Any R33 GTRS For sale in perth?

    in Wanted to Buy

    Posted

    Agree with the comments here, be skeptical of kms on dashes, if the car looks rougher than the kms suggest theres a good reason. And yep, Galvsport have a reasonable car for sale at the moment. It would be worth going by just to have a chat with them. They're good lads and will help you out if you need it.

    FOR SALE R34 GTR VSPEC 2

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    Well, hopefully the airbag has been removed... Otherwise that cabin will turn into a horrible shrapnel filled box for anyone in the car in the event of an accident. I shudder to think...

    As per my statement above, this type of backyard engineering seems to be pretty standard among the cars up for sale. When I look at a car and think i can do better (and i'm not exactly the most capable with a spanner), i know that the person who installed it didn't think about it enough and certainly doesn't do that type of work on a regular basis.

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