Jaystar Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Hey all Just wondering if anyone has ever had a rb20det replaced in there car? If so how much did it cost you, where did you get it done and were you happy with the work. Brisbane only though. Thanx Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
fat31 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Hey allJust wondering if anyone has ever had a rb20det replaced in there car? If so how much did it cost you, where did you get it done and were you happy with the work. Brisbane only though. Thanx yep had plenty of experience with rb20 replacements always been happy with result, just some advice id stay away from tokyo toys racing they will rip you off and stuff you around. as for price it depends where you go it could cost anywhere from $1000-$1500 for motor and about $600 for a gearbox. diy replacement is very easy as the rb20 is quite a simple motor to work with. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2151581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HR32_GTS-T Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 i seen an r32 on ebay for 5500, has a smashed rear end but the rest is good. would be a good buy for conversion. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2151945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Engine should cost you around $1500-$2000 for a decent one. 6-8 hours @ $55/hour = $330-$440 + any fluids, belts, filters, hoses that may be required. I would budget $2600 and you should be ok. I thought you were getting your rebuilt by someone at the moment Jay? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2151965 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaystar Posted May 10, 2006 Author Share Posted May 10, 2006 Engine should cost you around $1500-$2000 for a decent one.6-8 hours @ $55/hour = $330-$440 + any fluids, belts, filters, hoses that may be required. I would budget $2600 and you should be ok. I thought you were getting your rebuilt by someone at the moment Jay? i was going to get it rebuilt and modded but then started to think about selling and then this happened and was undrivable so now am getting another rb20 put in and will decide what to do. probs move on. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2155587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 i was going to get it rebuilt and modded but then started to think about selling and then this happened and was undrivable so now am getting another rb20 put in and will decide what to do.probs move on. Well I can still do a full rebuild for $3200 for you. That includes engine removal and refit....plus complete head service with valve regrind and new stem seals + guides...plus full block service, crack test, re-deck, hone, all gaskets, seals, oil, oil filter and labour. For an extra $100 I can get the injectors fully serviced as well. Anywayz...just another option for you... What happened to it by the way? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col-GTSX Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 Id go the rebuild... Ive been burnt twice with half cuts and unknown motors... Rebuild is worth a couple of bucks more and at least you will know what you are getting. Plus its newer this way also... If your not mechaniclly minded and dont know any trust worthy workshops, then Dan is ya man.... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156186 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaos Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 DOU33 and Myself are both getting builds done by done, Im getting a full build and DOU33 is getting upgrades, can definatly recommend Dan. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 Love the kind words fellas...keep 'em coming. And yeah like Col said, if you aren't mechanically minded, know anyone who is, know anyone who knows anyone who is, know anyone whose cousin's friend knows someone who is....then I'm your man But honestly, even if you are mechanically minded you shouldn't tackle a rebuild with at least someone who has done it many times before to guide you. It's a little more than slapping nuts and bolts together. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col-GTSX Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 It's a little more than slapping nuts and bolts together. Thats what us auto-electricians think you mechanics do all day... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156227 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 You mean you actually think mechanics do something during the day....nah we just lean up against the hoists and sink beers, make up stories, laugh at random comments, then drive all the cars out and charge the customers for work we never even did.....ahhh it's a great life. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaos Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 knew i shoulda been a mechanic Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156258 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 You don't wanna be one, I probably get paid worse than you. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156307 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col-GTSX Posted May 10, 2006 Share Posted May 10, 2006 Ok we have had our fun... Back to the topic on hand... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2156328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HR32_GTS-T Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 hey 3lit3 where is ur workshop... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2158933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 It's about 6 months in the future....lol Nah, still working from the garage. But is located in Wynnum West. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2158968 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HR32_GTS-T Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 ok sweet i'll keep that in mind Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2158992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaos Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 If you want to see work Done by Dan, could always check out DOU33's car, or mine once its done. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2159000 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous_daveo Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Well I can still do a full rebuild for $3200 for you. That includes engine removal and refit....plus complete head service with valve regrind and new stem seals + guides...plus full block service, crack test, re-deck, hone, all gaskets, seals, oil, oil filter and labour. For an extra $100 I can get the injectors fully serviced as well. Anywayz...just another option for you... What happened to it by the way? Compleatly unrelated to the topic. But injector service for $100??? Including labour!? Dude thats good hey. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2159228 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 Compleatly unrelated to the topic. But injector service for $100??? Including labour!? Dude thats good hey. That's only coz the engine would be apart. Injector service including labour to R&R by itself is $150 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/117008-rb20-replacement/#findComment-2159242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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