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Just want some advice on what i should do for my first engine upgrade on a 1996 R33 gts-t. i was thinking for now purchasing an intercooler and getting it installed. Dont want something too expensive or too cheap, just want something good for now, what brands does anyone recomend. is there something i should do as well or should that be it for now, cheers.

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34 s.m.cooler

apexi safc

front pipe

high flow cat

boost controller

cat back.

in that order

:D

search through here for some diy tips: http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/Tu...IY-FAQ-f57.html

oh and make sure your 100k service is done too

Edited by toffy

im in the process of exactly that atm :D just not in that order.

catback

r34 smic

frontpipe

cat

boost control

safc

well everything except catback and smic is actually gonna go on at once, after i find a good boost guage and the labour cash

Get your exhaust and intake system sorted first.

A larger intercooler and larger diameter piping will result in a drop in response on a stock car.

Bring up the boost a little then think about an intercooler.

Not really needed though for anything under 180-190rwkw.

well i got a 33 as well but i done these mods and i was pulling out on stock boost without the front mount about 180 rwkw....so my advice is to do this:

* full turbo back exhaust system

* a high flowing pod or pannel filter

* clutch if its manual and you do give it a bit

* splitfire coilpacks

* trust/greddy front mount intercooler theses days sell for around $600-$700 with piping

i got a few more mods planned but not as of yet

im in the process of exactly that atm :wave: just not in that order.

catback

r34 smic

frontpipe

cat

boost control

safc

well everything except catback and smic is actually gonna go on at once, after i find a good boost guage and the labour cash

34 s.m.cooler

apexi safc

front pipe

high flow cat

boost controller

cat back.

in that order

:(

search through here for some diy tips: http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/Tu...IY-FAQ-f57.html

oh and make sure your 100k service is done too

DONT FORGET THE DUMP PIPE. www.gktech.com.au has dump pipes for 100$, and fronts with flex pipe for a similar price.

-Ryan

get a hybrid kit for r33. about $650 or so from traders on these forums. Good quality cooler, without the price tag of some of the jap ones. Trust kits are good also and not that expensive. I personally think that a r34 cooler is a bit of a waste of time to be honest. Just do i right from the start and it will give you plenty of head room later on. HPI had an article on modding a 33 gtst including the cooler upgrades, was a couple of issues back. worth looking at.

Thanks guys, the advice was really helpfull

cheers

Unless you are planning on upgrading the factory turbo, I would recommend against a front mount. I made the mistake before, it's not necessary on the stock turbo and you will notice a definate loss in response from the factory setup.

As suggested, an r34 side mount is the way to go.

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