XxNinjaxX Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 hey guys, ive got a R33 gtst S1. im looking to start modifying the engine to try gain a bit more usable hp, just really unsure on where to start, what to get and where i can get it and cost of course. if people could perhaps post up the sort of things i should be looking into upgrading that isnt going to kill my wallet and give me a bit more power without stressing the engine that'd be great. cheers =] chris Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic_A31 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 What have you done soo far? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4788665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayuri Krab Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Have a read at this basic guide on moding a RB25DET. LINK Basically for power, turbo back exhaust should be the 1st upgrade, followed up a intake upgrade, then inter-cooler & boost controller & some kind of engine management. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4788666 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dsturbd Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 that isnt going to kill my wallet and give me a bit more power without stressing the engine that'd be great. LOL Pick 2 of the 3 you mentioned Cheap more power Reliability Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4788980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
N I B Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Intake, Exhaust and Intercooler upgrade matched to a Nistune (Z32) ECU update will give very good performance gains at a good price and wont kill the bank or the car. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4788991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Giving us a list of what your car currently has would help Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4789017 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKYRYAN Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 And what is your budget. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4789030 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony de Wonderful Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Intake, Exhaust and Intercooler upgrade matched to a Nistune (Z32) ECU update will give very good performance gains at a good price and wont kill the bank or the car. How about an Electronic boost controller also? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4789472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayuri Krab Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 How about an Electronic boost controller also? I will just get a basic bleeder valve, OP did say he wanted 'cheap' stuff. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4790063 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza750 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 (edited) upgrade brakes no good going fast if you cant stop Edited August 26, 2009 by gazza750 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4790317 Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxNinjaxX Posted August 26, 2009 Author Share Posted August 26, 2009 (edited) sorry guys umm this is basically what ive got atm. turbo back 3inch? exhaust its big and loud anyway boosted to 10psi with a turbosmart boost tee (doesnt really like it alot so i never actually boost it that high) Fmic pod filter a/m Fuel pump Short Shifter kit (wont make it faster but its still an upgrade =P) thats bout it, other than that she's a rock not really sure on my budget, im not rich so cheapish but still decent would be nice lol. to give you an idea im a 3rd yr apprentice mechanic so not really on the big bucks.. im not so much into increasing my top end as im not into the whole go super fast idea lol, i'd prefer to look after my engine, never really rev over 3-1/2>4grand tops before changing, i'd much rather more low/mid range power which would be super usable to me. Edited August 26, 2009 by XxNinjaxX Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4790700 Share on other sites More sharing options...
monga Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 (edited) Moving beyond the limit's of the factory turbo is going to start costing over the $1000 mark and without getting the proper supporting mod's 260hp running the stock turbo at 12 psi will be much better to drive than 300hp upgraded turbo running low boost on the street. I'd suggest getting a fuel pump next as the stock one's are getting old and your power would be reasonably higher than what is offered at stock with the current upgrades. Edited August 26, 2009 by monga Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4790712 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomcio Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Take care of the handling and braking before power ups. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4791472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psyrus Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Take care of the handling and braking before power ups. From what I can tell from his subsequent posts, he's looking for a bit more torque in the low end (2k-4k rpm). I'm not really sure what you do to get that, besides upping the capacity of the engine or adding more cylinders. [but then again I know shite all about engines ] Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4794922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SexycanI Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 bigger turbo, injectors, coilpacks, ecu. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4795154 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 bigger turbo, injectors, coilpacks, ecu. How is that going to give him more torque down low? And why would you get new coilpacks if they stockers aren't stuffed? If you want more torque down low, then really, build a cheap 3L Being an apprentice mechanic you should be able to do it yourself. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4798653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
monga Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) How is that going to give him more torque down low?And why would you get new coilpacks if they stockers aren't stuffed? If you want more torque down low, then really, build a cheap 3L Being an apprentice mechanic you should be able to do it yourself. It's going to increase the torque down low and across the bandwidth, use some cam gear's effectively the power should come on earlier (TRUST, HKS or OS GIKEN). Changing coilpack's is a good idea with the age of nissan skylines now, very few set's would be operating to there maximum potential and aftermarket one's are cheap and good value. Building a 3 litre properly without using budget or used part's will not see any change from $5,000 so that sort of cancel's out cheap performance upgrade. In a perfect world stroking her would be sweet and achieve that torque goal. Good luck with the upgrades dude, hopefully you have obtained some good advice. Edited August 31, 2009 by monga Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/285102-cheap-performance-upgrades/#findComment-4799385 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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