Rb26 Valves For Rebuild?

[RB26TTVL]

Chasing some info on RB26 valves, I'm in the process of a solid rebuild after lunching a ceramic turbo. Forged pistons, bearings etc, bottom end is all together.

After a quick look at the head though, the valves have been damaged.

Now, the problem, I've lurked around the internets for hours now, and searched these forums from top to bottom, including all the sponsors, nobody seems to sell valves.

I found one standard set, second hand...

What kind of valves have people used in their rebuilds, and where did you find em?

[johnbarry88]

standard all the way...

[RB26TTVL]

Where do I find them?? I've spent hours searching...

How much power will standard hold?

[Beer Baron]

naprec valves are good and cheap. I don't know who sells them in aus, I bought mine in japan, but I'm sure you can get them here too.

[rb26s13]

naprec valves are good and cheap. I don't know who sells them in aus, I bought mine in japan, but I'm sure you can get them here too.

ive heard that the naprec valves run a smaller than standard size stem which could cause possible reliability problems in the long term with big revs..

i assume you've got the 1.5mm oversize..

so how are yours holding together and how long have they been in the car?

[Swiper the Fox]

i use and recommend Nitto valves an guides in all our big engines.

[SysLink67]

anyone ever use super tech?

[Gav]

Yes

Using the 1mm oversize and have no problems so far. They also do a "package" from the USA with guides, springs and retainers.

[Swiper the Fox]

Yes

Using the 1mm oversize and have no problems so far. They also do a "package" from the USA with guides, springs and retainers.

Yes the Supertech package is also a good item.

[NYTSKY]

I can get you OEM valves mate. Shoot me a PM if you are interested.

[unique1]

Ferrea also do them

[N1GTR]

Wouldnt it be more cost effective do go aftermarket than buy new genuine parts?

[SysLink67]

Have you got a website for them by anychance paul?

i use and recommend Nitto valves an guides in all our big engines.

[Angus Smart]

Hey Gav,

Just looking in the us for a kit with all the bits, i can only seem to come across.

spring and retainer, and spring seat and retainer combos..

anychance of a link for the lot?

[N1GTR]

Another group buy coming along Andrew? (id be in )

[Swiper the Fox]

Have you got a website for them by anychance paul?

You have PM

[Fitzpatrick Speed Works]

naprec run 6mm on the exhaust which will mean custom exhaust guide.

I have used ferrea, naprec, and nitto recommend them all, but ferrea is the best quality IMHO.

[RB26TTVL]

naprec run 6mm on the exhaust which will mean custom exhaust guide.

I have used ferrea, naprec, and nitto recommend them all, but ferrea is the best quality IMHO.

Any clues as to where I can track them down?

[Angus Smart]

Another group buy coming along Andrew? (id be in )

F%#$K no! never getting involved in one of them again!!

i spoke to my engine builder today and it looks like i'm going to run with standard valves. tho i may still do springs and retainers.

[shanef]

anyone ever use super tech?

i've just ordered the full supertech catalogue (dual springs & ti retainers, guides & OS valves) from the states for a mates motor i'm building, should arrive in the next few days

prices i got were:

valves full set (1mm SS inlet, 1mm Inconel exhaust) - US$499/set

dual springs & ti retainers - US$459/set

manganese bronze guides - US$120/set

total including shipping in aussie $$'s was $1466.12

make sure the guy installing the oversize valves inserts a new valve seat as the std wont cope with the oversize valve