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first of all, sorry if this is a repost.

anyway i'm getting an R33 GTS manual soon and want to do a turbo conversion later on.

just wanted to know wats the cheapest way of doing this. i know the best way to do this is probably getting a GTST front cut (i think). but is there a different and cheaper way.

appreciate any help.

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I think you answered your own question ;)

A front cut is the best option.. Also will mean you should get the front end hubs, discs, brakes to do the 5 stud and brake conversion, proper loom and ECU. Also if you get a manual cut, the right gearbox, clutch, all that, etc as well.

Then you just need the rear hubs/brakes and an LSD - and you should be done.

honestly i'm not that desperate to get a turbo, i mean i'd love to have one but i can settle for an NA and being still on my Ps i think i should. i'm not gonna be taking the car to tracks or anything just want something that looks and goes ok for daily driving and with the number of undercover cops around these days you can't get away with a drag race every now and then lol.

You may not be desperate to get a turbo now, but you will later.

Dont bother with a non turbo, just save your money and buy a GTS-t right from the word go. You will save money in the long run, and you wont have to regret buying the NA version of an already pretty heavy car.

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