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if you're going to spend HKS money, you could also consider a turbosmart adjustable unit, which are much better quality units with better tension points and come with a set of different sized springs to set the psi, rather than a screw/spring tightener system that the hks and garrett units have the point of upgrading the actuators on a stock turbo is only if you are running increased boost pressure, it is beneficial to have an adjustable wastegate actuator to be able to deal with the increased exhaust back pressure. this allows you to hold peak boost for a longer period, where the stock actuators which can't maintain the increased boost pressure will taper off at peak boost upon googling, i found this good tuning guide for a stage 1 upgrade http://nissanskyline.6te.net/tuning_GTT.htm all the best

I know this is to log results for aftermarket turbos, but in-case anyone is interested Car is a '02 R34 GTR M-spec, tuned by Mark at MRC in Castle Hill. Compression was 175 +/- 2 across all 6 Mileage: 105,000kms Final result was 267.9rwkw @ 16psi (front driveshaft removed to preserve the front diff) Mods include; Exhaust / Intake - Amuse R1 Titan Extra cat-back exhaust 90mm - Apexi Super Catalyzer Cat - Mines Pro front pipe (2 x 70mm into 80mm) - Tomei dump pipes - Nismo inlet piping - OEM Airbox with Nismo Snorkel Ignition / Fuel - Sard 650cc top-feed Injectors - Splitfire coilpacks - Wiring specialties coilpack harness - Nismo 255L fuel pump Engine / Turbo - Garrett 14psi Actuators - Stock Turbos Next on the list is; - Garret -9 turbos (standard turbos are on their way out) - Nismo AFMs (standard AFMs are maxed out) - Jun adj. cam gears (sourced 2nd hand) - Nismo Engine & Gearbox mounts - Koyo HH Series 48mm radiator - Possibly Extended Sump by hi-octane - considering this one - http://www.hioctanedirect.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=67_74&products_id=1643 - Re-tune

i'm having trouble contacting Alex the seller, does anyone on here know him personally? Im hesitant to think he has done the dodge, as he has been on the forums for some time, but i've paid for goods on the 10th and have not heard from him since some dialogue on the 12th

Can be a number of things, after market head gasket, worn seals/bores Low compression across all cylinders generally associate with a tired motor, i would only bite if you were to factor the cost of a rebuild into the price, which you would want to do anyway regardless of condition if long term ownership is your goal

The ultra high performance oils (XPR, Motul 300V competion, Redline Race series) are very good in terms of dealing with high heat, high strain conditions however this is only 1 of a 3 part equation - the are; 1. Heat tolerance - pure performance 2. Cleaners, detergents and additives - ongoing engine maintenance / protection for cold starts 3. Oil longevity (suitability for longer time/km intervals) You have to remember racing cars differ to street cars in the fact that they; - oil is constantly changed out every event - meaning it does not require a complex detergent/additive package to clean the bearings etc. - constant changing also means the oil does not need to last very long time/kms wise So the reality is the best oil for track is not the best oil for street What you will need to settle for is an oil with a moderate heat/sheer tolerance, but also have a detergent package + resistance to acidity to last and clean over a 5000, 10,000 or 15,000km interval If you still wanted to spend upwards of $80 my picks would be Redline (normal series) 10W40, Motul 8100 Xcess or Amsoil 10w40 (Motul and Redline are available at most Autobarns) Good options under $50 are Penrite HPR10 (when on sale), Gulf Western Syn-X 3000, Castrol Edge 0/10w40, Valvoline SynPower 5w40 An great medium is the Gulf Western Syn X 6000 if you can find them in Autobarn, or buy direct - they are very close to your full Group V(5) ester based oils like Amsoil, Redline, Motul 300V, but at a fraction of the cost, around $50-60 i believe Hope that helps, everyone wants the best for their ride, just need to adjust your understanding of oils to make a more informed decision

Off topic here, any more info of the R34 Owners Club?

So little detail about this one-off homologation special, great to see some published information coming out http://www.topgear.com/car-news/meeting-unicorn-nissan-gt-r-skyline-r33-lm-0#4

Top Gear covers Nissan's Motorsport HQ

sorry for not clarifying, they're not mine, i just had it in my saved search on gumtree

There is a set up for sale in QLD here - $600 http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/jimboomba/engine-engine-parts-transmission/rb26-tomei-procams/1096851370

If you're into white and stock original, V-Spec performance have a low km example for a very reasonable price considering today's market http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/462427-for-sale-gtr-r34-vspec-2000/#entry7671761

Thought it was worth its own post, has been circulating on social media, but in-case anyone missed it.

great for-sale post, plenty of detail with gifs and pics showing the product working. All the best

that's a fantastic plate, clever

Keep sending them follow ups via email, they had lost my original inquiry and it wasn't until i emailed them a follow up that they got back to me

This SAUWA R34 for $55K ~ was always my Benchmark for pricing, to date i still think it was the best value R34 to sell in recent years http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/446039-r34-gtr-v-spec-5a-import/ Other solid buys to memory are (forgive me if the values are off, these are listed prices; Matt's KING87's GTR $55k ~ with genuine Z-Tune guards/bonnet, 6-pot Brembos, Mines piping - http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/146573-r34splease/page-149 and Tangomatt's GTR - $90K ~ ~ with Everything, basically a 1/3 price Z-Tune with more - http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/287693-racepace-built-r34-gtr-nur-rb28-v-cam/page-1 Another soild one was this Black V-Spec with HKS V-Cam pushing 340awkw for $65K ~ - http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/401854-fs-r34-gtr-v-spec-with-hks-v-cam-ex-tpg34r/

Whereabouts in western syd are you? I've had good experieces at; Brintech Customs - Seven Hills MRC Dyno Services and Performance - Castle Hill Team Wild Speed - Wetherill Park Precision Automotive - Kings Park (Not yet tried yet, but heard good experiences from Skyline and Evo owners)

try japanese history check, they offer a both export cert and auction report services

I've tracked a few seemingly good value R33s, IMO they are extremely slow sellers There are 2 good buys on the market ATM (in my eyes) for 33's; 1. $24,000 Series 3 ~300kw http://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/459263-series-3-r33-gtr-for-sale-melbourne/ 2. $20,000 Series 1 - Claimed 78,000 kms - KN6 Grey, stock

No idea of the condition, but it does seem like a good base to build, local-ish is also a step in the right direction http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/lynbrook/cars-vans-utes/r34-gtr/1087776979 All the best with your search, this is one of my fav threads at the moment, only second to the R34 picture thread

Thanks for the informative post Simon, it would also be good also if anyone has any feedback for good transport companies from WA to the Eastern states

Car is a base M-Spec, i'm currently having it inspected at racepace VIC, as i'm in sydney thanks a heap, I can always rely on you guys to come through with information, much appreciated Thanks for trying mate, appreciate you taking the time to check The car in question is here - http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/_/SSE-AD-3480145 not as tidy as the photos lead on from Racepace's feedback, but i hope it's got my name on it

Afternoon guys, was wanting to get the following vin checked please re; info on the specification of the car Many thanks, BNR34404208

Morning Gents, I came across this GT-R yesterday and decided to call the owner as i'm in NSW and can't casually see the car http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Nissan-Skyline-1999/SSE-AD-3432860 I wasn't able to gather much information regarding the history of the car ie. how/who bought it in, auction grade etc as the owner claims he no longer has any of the import documentation like export/de-reg certificates, auction sheet etc From the vicroads records, the car was only complied in 4/2014 I understand services like Japanese odometer check exist to get the export documents, is there any other avenues to consider for situations like this? Also the modifications he claims were all done in Japan prior to import, but was tuned by Racepace - seller's list below After market parts including: Ohlins coilover suspension Nismo 600cc injectors Nismo Fuel Pump HKS oil cooler HKS GD Max Twin Plate Clutch HKS 25/30 Turbos Tomei Oil restrictor Tomei Poncam Camshafts Apexi Power FC with Controller Short Shift kit N1 oil pump Nismo style side skirts and Rear bumper pods Brand new RAYS TE37SL Double Pressed Black 19x10.5 Eclipes Navigation head unit Dyno tuned by Racepace 324KW at the wheels I'm pretty interested in the car and getting it inspected as it presents quite well, but a bit wary as the car has very little documentation with it Thoughts?