Jump to content
SAU Community

Recommended Posts

To me, all skylines can look sweet.

I bought an R34 and now am probably starting to like the SII r33s more.

r32s have always looked tuff, its just they are now getting on in age and commonly niggly little problems.

All skylines look good, all have potential.

I would probably go the R32 though if your planning track days etc, nice and light with a mean tone

  • Replies 165
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Top Posters In This Topic

Posted Images

The following is a quote/interview from Tatsuhiro Shibata (owner of R31 House in Japan).

THe following questions were asked (in bold).

(Side note, he was interviewed by "import" magazine, in the skyline special)

Q. The Rb20DET has a bit of a reputation for being sluggish while in low revs. This is espically the case when you start adding big turbos and the like. Whats the best thing you can do to fix this problem?

A. Change the engine.

Q. Seriously?

A. Yes, change it to an RB25/26. Its a much better base to start with. If you must use the RB20, we suggest a complete overhaul of the componets associated with the engine, if not the insides too. That means all electrics, sensors, ignition coils, air pressure regulator. Its 20 years old. It will need a freshen up. Then try adding some sensible modfications.

**End**

I think we can all agree, this guy knows what he is talking about.. his job and life are SKYLINES and SKYLINES only, as proven by the following Q&A.

Q. So, what non-skyline do you fancy?

A. Nothing.

So there we have it.. RB25DET > RB20DET.

As for the style and looks of the two, thats down to personal taste... and no-one should tell you what looks better and what doesnt, as its going to be your car not theirs.

If anyone wants to do further reading, its Issue No. 90 of "Imports"... No more standing in the middle of the road! LOL

Edited by br3ndan

nissan didnt invent the rb25 for no reson... its newer its better.. if you dont care about the interior and how new the car is then get a 32, ive got an r32 with a bored out rb20 and i wouldnt trade it for any r33 whale on the road. if you choose the r32 upgrade to a high flowed r33 turbo get a frontmount + 12psi and thats more than enough power to have fun with for probably the same amount of money you would pick up a 33 for.

*edit: ive got a 3 1/2" rsr catbak no whale out there beats it in the sound department*

Edited by Justa32
I dont take advice from a guy that tries to make a living from modifying Pintaras :P

I think your missing the point, he works with Rb20s 25s and 26s for god knows how many years, so obviously he knows these engines inside out.

OK thanks guys - didn't want this to turn into a sledge fest. If i get the chance ill try out both.

Thanks for all the replies and opinions. Its obvious it comes down to a lot of personal preference and what the car is intended for.

Hopefully i'll be joining the skyline family soon enough ;-)

I think your missing the point, he works with Rb20s 25s and 26s for god knows how many years, so obviously he knows these engines inside out.

But Pintaras dude ! :) If a guy was banging the dumbest, ugliets and yes poor as hell street trash, would you take advice on picking up broads from him? He mods Pintaras so how does he know what is mustard? :D

Nissan won numerous Touring Car Crowns with the RB20 in a Pintara. It must have been a great engine to carry that chassis to victory. Now what has an RB25 ever won, except the race to melt pistons and get ignition/boost cut when you simply throw a bit of boost at the std ECU :(

Yes, i am just trash talking :)

But Pintaras dude ! :bunny: If a guy was banging the dumbest, ugliets and yes poor as hell street trash, would you take advice on picking up broads from him? He mods Pintaras so how does he know what is mustard? :)

Nissan won numerous Touring Car Crowns with the RB20 in a Pintara. It must have been a great engine to carry that chassis to victory. Now what has an RB25 ever won, except the race to melt pistons and get ignition/boost cut when you simply throw a bit of boost at the std ECU :)

Yes, i am just trash talking :bunny:

:( you can't argue with motor sport pedigree! :D

Whens the last time you say a 33gtst racing in Group A! Oh hang on, never saw a 32gtst run there either....

damn, that pintara is looking attractive now. CA20e's aren't they?

Yes, i am just trash talking :P

yep that pretty much summaries what you said in the whole thread :P

fark this is a serious thread!

I rekon.

I mean, I could understand it if the thread was about how R32 GTST owners are Dreamers..., but this is just stoopid.

also need threads about how many r32 need to UPGRADE their parts to r33 parts :D

Edited by ztuned

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now



  • Similar Content

  • Latest Posts

    • -10 is plenty for running to an oil cooler. When you look at oil feeds, like power steering feeds, they're much smaller, and then just a larger hose size to move volume in less pressure. No need for -12. Even on the race cars, like Duncans, and endurance cars, most of them are all running -10 and everything works perfectly fine, temps are under control, and there's no restrictions.
    • Update: O2 sensor in my downpipe turned out to be faulty when I plugged in to the Haltech software. Was getting a "open circuit" warning. Tons of carbon buildup on it, probably from when I was running rich for a while before getting it corrected. Replaced with new unit and test drove again. The shuffle still happens, albeit far less now. I am not able to replicate it as reliably and it no longer happens at the same RPM levels as before. The only time I was able to hear it was in 5th going uphill and another time in 5th where there was no noticeable incline but applying more throttle first sped it up and then cleared it. Then once in 4th when I slightly lifted the throttle going over a bump but cleared right after. My understanding is that with the O2 sensor out, the ECU relies entirely on the MAP tune and isn't able to make its small adjustments based on the sensors reading. All in all, a big improvement, though not the silver bullet. Will try validating the actuators are set up correctly, and potentially setting up shop time to tune the boost controller on closed loop rather than the open loop it is set to now. Think if it's set up on closed loop to take the O2 reading, that should deal with these last bits. Will try to update again as I go. 
    • More so GReddy oil relocation kits, sandwich plates, etc. all use 10AN fittings. And same, I've only used 10AN and my car sees track work (circuit, doing laps, not 10 sec squirt business).
    • street use or race track, what hose size and why? what factors change with the hose size options ?   see most comon is an10. when you see most oem external coolers are closer to an12? does high volume oil pump like nitto need an12 or 10 be just fine
×
×
  • Create New...