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What's Been The Best Tried And True Street Turbo Setup For A R33 Gtr?

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SLY33 Mentor

SLY33

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The GT2530's are still considered an awesome street turbo. Indeed they are tried and tested, and will support quite big power whilst retaining response. Just search for the Mines Ultimate R34 on youtube and you can see the 2530's at their best!

They are however old now (dont think you can even buy new ones) and the GT-SS's are more responsive, but wont support the top end power quite like the 2530's do.

Whilst the classification of "street turbo setup" sounds quite specific, it is still gonna vary quite a lot between individuals. For example i am building myself what i consider a nice "street" R33 GTR at the moment, which will be pushing something like a TO4z to its limit. The TO4z has been getting consistently impressive results of power and response, so guess you could say its also tried and tested...

so yes if you can say roughly what power you'd like, the suggestion of turbos will be more specific.

R31Nismoid Grand Master

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The sticky thread would have been worth a read...

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...=80624&st=0

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...showtopic=91170

either way, what someone classes the best, someone else wouldnt.

Everyone wants something different from the car in terms of performance. So you'll have to read the above threads, also read the RB26 dyno stick thread amd then use the search button as there are another dozen threads on this topic.

Then you have to make your own choice really based on it all.

2860's arent mysterious... just ring up a Garrett dealer and purchase em.

Beer Baron Grand Master

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why do people keep saying you can't buy HKS2530s? It's bullshit. you CAN buy them. HKS sell them. and they are quite popular. they are approx $500 more per pair than GT-SS, but do make more power with a small sacrifice in response. if it's 99% street then GT-SS will be the better option. if you are a good pilot, and plan on some circuit work (or even drag) then spend the few extra bananas and get the 2530s.

Mr. Keets Grand Master

Mr. Keets

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Anyone have them on their car to give me their feedback?

I've got um and they are great, dont have the HKS name and there is some question as to their responsiveness (is that a word?)and the same top end potential as the HKS 2530s but hey, they get the job done and are a bit cheaper...check out the RB26 turbo upgrade and in partricular PNBlights experience with them.

why do people keep saying you can't buy HKS2530s? It's bullshit. you CAN buy them.

Good one Richard, it never made sense to me that HKS woul drop a product that does so well only to leave a hole in the range.

Man thats cheap for bananas, in Perth we get ripped off wholsale....damn percieved lack of availability due to previous random destruction wind dealy

Ant97GTR Grand Master

Ant97GTR

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why do people keep saying you can't buy HKS2530s? It's bullshit. you CAN buy them. HKS sell them. and they are quite popular. they are approx $500 more per pair than GT-SS, but do make more power with a small sacrifice in response. if it's 99% street then GT-SS will be the better option. if you are a good pilot, and plan on some circuit work (or even drag) then spend the few extra bananas and get the 2530s.

Hmmm where are they listed as the HKS home website only lists GT_SS and GT_RS kits?

paulr33 Grand Master

paulr33

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http://www.nengun.com/catalogue/product/27

HKS GT Ball-Bearing Sport Turbo Upgrades are bolt-on turbo upgrade kits for factory turbo-charged vehicles. These kits consist of new, larger HKS GT turbos designed to bolt directly on to the stock manifold(s). HKS GT Sport Turbos are designed and sized to promote maximum power and response for maximum airflow throughout the RPM band. From the HKS precision cast turbine and compressor housings to the specially designed blades, each turbo is crafted to provide high levels of performance and quality.

This kit no longer includes the heavy duty actuators, these are available here.

HKS GT Sports Turbine Kit

1104-RN029

AU $ 3,339.93

AU $ 3,573.99

WRRR Rising Star

WRRR

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How do I go about buying these mysterious 2860's?

Anyone have them on their car to give me their feedback?

Have a look on the for sale section with our sponsors.

You may be surprised how cheap they can be especially if you need other stuff at the same time.

I was! And have a set on the way with engine management already here from the same supplier.

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