-
Posts
2,420 -
Joined
-
Last visited
-
Days Won
12 -
Feedback
100%
Content Type
Profiles
Forums
Events
Gallery
Media Demo
Store
Everything posted by hardsteppa
-
sure; the work outline is here>> Also, further to the above discussion on pricing of the rods; MaXspeedingRods have emailed me a link for a discount offer on the purchase price, which is https://bit.ly/2U3Q2AU and said "coupon code is - hardsteppa -9% off for all orders over 300AUD". Please note - I don't work for them, I don't get any percentage of sales etc if the code is used, and the feedback I have posted, and will be further posting on the rods, is my own opinion. It really chafes me raw when I have a bad unresolved experience with a company (a certain very average overpriced tuner springs to mind), and so I have no issues in recommending any company that has given me a good product and service experience.
- 31 replies
-
well, thing is, not counting the parts I already have lying around, the whole shortblock build inc parts and machining is going to be less than $4000. So while I would prefer it doesn't grenade, it's not the end of the world if it does.
- 31 replies
-
lol....if I was to give them feedback, yep agreed. Probably sounds very dynamic in Cantonese but, doesn't translate well.
- 31 replies
-
hold on, Spool rods are $600, these are $460-500 range depending on special or not? Add in brand markup, and you're talking the same price range? I assume then, you have seen them both side by side to compare and test the products to be so assured there is a vast difference in the quality for less than $20 a rod? I'm not knocking Spool's quality or products; they're a fantastic company and I've used/still using several of their products; but no it would not give me peace of mind to pay $100 just to have a different logo on it. I did say right in the first post " with most of the negatives I found seeming to be the ol' " no way I'd use ebay parts" which to me is an attitude about 15 years out of date. " If people have specific first hand examples on proven issues of product failure (not user/installer error, or other unrelated failure which then caused the issue, and not, " my mate dave knew this bloke, that rekoned he once heard of this guy that had something bad happen with this thing") then it would be relevant to the topic ; however trotting out the same old rhetoric is not, as it's been posted 1000 times before and doesn't give any relevant information. You're certainly welcome to use and buy whatever you want of course, and don't let me try to change your mind - the purpose of this post is as I said, I couldn't find any info about these specific to RB's when I was researching, and my aim is to post info about them and my experience for other's future reference. I think the more reported FACTS (as opposed to just hearsay) there are of what has worked well for the money, and what hasn't, the better. My goal for this engine is 600ish hp, mayyybe pushing to 700 in the future. Stock bottom ends are known to handle 450-500hp without drama, so to get some reliability at 600 in my opinion you don't need to do massive overengineering upgrades. If I was to get 2ndhand GTR rods, as probably the cheapest basic upgrade for stock RB25det rods; by the time you paid for resizing, ARP bolts, small end bushes, balancing, you would be up for similar/maybe more money as a set of maxpeedingrods brand new, not a 2ndhand unknown age/history rod. So bit of a no-brainer as to why I'm giving these a go.
- 31 replies
-
- 1
-
-
Yo... So, after picking up an RB25 block and crank cheap on here from AngryRB, a forged short block build project has been on the cards for the last few months as I already had a lot of parts left over from the last engine build. Will be using Ross Pistons, and I had been leaning towards Spool rods as they will no doubt handle the 600-700hp the engine is being built for. However, after posting a review of the maxpeedingrods turbo I used recently, which I found to be outstanding value for money, I was contacted by MaXpeedingRods asking me if I had any projects happening and if I was interested in using any of their other parts. They make a conrod for the RB25, and loads of other cars, but unfortunately I couldn't find any real info on them as far as the RB/skyline community goes, although a few reviews and a bit of info on other forums, and a more detailed review here https://bofiracing.co.uk/blog/maxpeedingrods-cheap-chinese-rods-our-verdict/ No real horror stories found, (only 2 issues on a VW forums which seemed to result from a rod bolt failure, rather than the rods themselves) with most of the negatives I found seeming to be the ol' " no way I'd use ebay parts" which to me is an attitude about 15 years out of date. After seeing their conrods and comparing the specs to Spool, Scat, Eagle rods, they seemed to be very comparable, (if not the same but rebranded), and MUCH cheaper. Then after discussing with them regarding the product and what my upcoming build will be needing, they have sent me a set which arrived within a few days from the AU warehouse - nice secure box with plenty of foam packing, each rod in a sealed bag and greasepaper-wrapped. The rod itself, when compared to the stock rod, there's no comparison. Nice even finish across it, laser-etched marking on the big ends showing the final measurements, the caps are dowelled giving a precise fitment on the rod. I was a little suss on the genuine-ity of the ARP fastener but have confirmed with ARP, yes they are an official ARP product, made under license. The block and crank are with the rebuilder at the moment (but have confirmed, the crank and bores have measured up fine, so thanks AngryRB ) and I will be dropping the rods into them next week for the engine balancing, so will post up their feedback on the rods shortly.
- 31 replies
-
- 1
-
-
bad traders list on here? although you might need to do it through admin, dunno, never had any issues.
-
Not a tough decision, just look at pros n cons, and the intended purpose of the alleged vehicle in question. Are you planning to just buy it and drive it, never give a thought to any further modification? If so, buy the better condition auto. Are you thinking of doing some work to it, and buying it with a longer-term performance goal in mind? If so maybe the manual, but still could be worth buying the auto. I take it overall condition is important since you mention the more cosmetic issues there. For what I paid for my R33 in auto that was in VGC condition, there's no way I would have got a manual for that price, and I paid $1750 for a full manual conversion kit (many years later)….so still thousands ahead of just buying a manual originally. So over to you, and what you want out of the car.
-
qld R33 auto-related performance items
hardsteppa replied to hardsteppa's topic in For Sale (Private Car Parts and Accessories)
Both long sold sorry mate. -
I have "heard " for that particular gasket, Cometic is good, but not used it myself. Never had an issue with oem, although mine are pretty new.
-
Would Hks rb28 rods fit in rb25?
hardsteppa replied to Frozengrip's topic in R Series (R30, R31, R32, R33, R34)
You would need the crank too...so no longer a budget build. -
Straight drop in for poncams. Retains vct. Had an adustable cam gear on the exhaust but ditched it as the poncams degree'd up to where they were meant to on zero adjustment. You don't "need" to as such but i would do valve springs at the same time, if you're still running original still. Supertech springs and titanium retainers are good.
-
OP when i had a v.similar setup to you, i made 260ish rwkw pre-tune on 14.5 psi, using a Hypergear hiflow and Tomei 256 poncams. Largely due to turbo i believe, but both tuners i used on that setup commented about how the cams helped up top.
-
Control Arm Choices for R34 GTR ?
hardsteppa replied to etang789's topic in Suspension, braking, tyres and drivetrain
How/where did your Cusco front arms break? And you are talking about upper, not lower? They are one of the most solid designs i've seen; adjustment is a bit limited but you can modify to get a 4th setting easy enough. I have used those 2-piece ones with no issues, but they are only joined by the centre bolt which i wasn't a fan of. Much prefer a bracketed 1-piece arm. -
clutch now sold. Still have set of R33 Tein springs, Aeroflow intercooler, stock r33 gtst injectors.
- 18 replies
-
- r33
- orc clutch
-
(and 1 more)
Tagged with:
-
Nismo FPR now sold, so, sorry to all those watchers that were waiting for the Yen to fluctuate further before making an offer, even though the sale is in AUD. Clutch and intercooler still waiting for the gentle caress of an appreciative buyer.
- 18 replies
-
- r33
- orc clutch
-
(and 1 more)
Tagged with:
-
Whats that beeping noise?
hardsteppa replied to Strexx's topic in R Series (R30, R31, R32, R33, R34)
You sure it wasn't saying, danger to manifold? -
Turbo for rb25 on a patrol
hardsteppa replied to Osmondo's topic in R Series (R30, R31, R32, R33, R34)
OP, depends on what sort of life you will be giving it, or how long you need it for (eg, 3 years or 10+) . There may be flamage but i recently used one of the maxpeedingrods ebay turbos and was blown away by the quality of it for the price...with an ebay discount, it was $179 delivered by courier. Decent sized compressor wheel but small exhaust so it spooled very quick but not that much up top. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/for-Nissan-Skyline-R32-R33-R34-RB25-RB20-2-0-2-5-bolt-on-Turbo-Turbocharger-New/112108124333?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 only thing you need is an oil line, and use a silicone coupler to join the compressor outlet, other than that, is bolt on. -
Power FC Hand Controller Options
hardsteppa replied to ltsmatthew's topic in R Series (R30, R31, R32, R33, R34)
Yes. Will run bigger injectors and coils...as far as i know, won't run a different trigger but shouldnt need to for that. And, go 3.5in exhaust if you can. -
Power FC Hand Controller Options
hardsteppa replied to ltsmatthew's topic in R Series (R30, R31, R32, R33, R34)
Download the user manual. Dont think r33 one is available in eng but evo and honda one is, and will give you 99% of info. -
Sweet, good choice...the r33 is the funnest car to mod i've ever had, you'll have fun with yours too.
-
yes I do also have one in the "for sale" thread ?, but the OS Giken and ORC Japanese clutches are amazing, IMO....I'm using my 4th one now, and I wouldn't use anything else. ORC single plate will give you great solid feel and is still suitable for traffic and daily driving.
-
My diagnosis - you are currently parked.
-
Gktech bushes sold. 400 now for clutch, i throw in free hat, blyat.
- 18 replies
-
- r33
- orc clutch
-
(and 1 more)
Tagged with:
-
Engine Bolts' Torque Settings For Rb25det...
hardsteppa replied to kossak's topic in General Maintenance
Except in the wokshop manual screenshot above where it gives both :p. -
hi mate, that wouldn't be a problem but I believe postage to WA and NT is pricey compared to rest of Aus? and unlikely to have time to get it posted until the week after next. Happy to do it tho if u want.
- 18 replies
-
- r33
- orc clutch
-
(and 1 more)
Tagged with: