DemsA31 Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 well, just did a suspected ringland in my 32 GTR. Starting pumping massive amounts of smoke out of the catch can, lost power, lost compression. So now im guessing im gonna rebuild it. Whos had it done? where did you get it done and what mods did you do, and most importantly, how much did it cost? Cheers, Dan Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dohmar Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 well, just did a suspected ringland in my 32 GTR. Starting pumping massive amounts of smoke out of the catch can, lost power, lost compression. So now im guessing im gonna rebuild it. Whos had it done? where did you get it done and what mods did you do, and most importantly, how much did it cost? Cheers, Dan If i was to get one rebuilt, I'd be trusting the guys I get to do everything (Hint ; theyre in my sig) but if they couldnt do it, I would go to Mildrens (North) or Manta (South) Just make sure u do the research and use the right preventative parts, if you do a good rebuild it'll last u a lot longer than just replacing stock parts. $0.02 -D Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5077570 Share on other sites More sharing options...
heslo Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 I'd be hitting up Rhemac. I've not dealt with them personally but know a few people who have and not a bad thing to say and awesome engines to boot. Honestly though, go to a couple of places and speak with the people, that's the best way to get a read on them, see what they offer, how much, etc and make your choice from there Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5077582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil34 Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 lewis engines are pretty good also. i would speak to willall and see who they recommend. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5077751 Share on other sites More sharing options...
heslo Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 lewis engines are pretty good also.i would speak to willall and see who they recommend. Rhemac Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5077925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ovrtym33 Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Peter Hall (ex Willall Racing) at JMS or James from Nisspeed Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5077964 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommmo Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 having done this myself in the past 12 months... I can definately tell you who NOT to use, however if I was to do it again, i'd probably go with Chris Milton (http://www.miltonengines.com.au/index.htm) My advice is speak to a few different ones, get written quotes, do as much research as you can before committing to anyone. Goodluck mate.. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078086 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madaz Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 funny how people trust V8 builders with there DOHC turbo engines Rehmac or there is another guy thats on this forums find him if you can Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLED Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 assembly of a bottom end or heads makes no difference whether it's a pushrod motor, OHC or even diesel.....knowledge of tolerances & procedures is what you need. I'd personally be getting an engine reconditioner to do the assembly not a tune shop or service & repair shop........unless it's Willal or JK. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078365 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madaz Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 yeah good call Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078456 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishpaste~ Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 I've had to rebuild my engine recently, as for cost... it was a lot. but if i was to do it all again i'd get K & A Motorsport to quote the job for me (ask for Bear) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
shy_s6 Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 Peter Hall (ex Willall Racing) at JMS or James from Nisspeed pete is a champ! rhemac/lewis engines both great companys, just remember you will need the supporting mods for a new engine, upgrade head gasket, oil pump, decent pistons rods ect ect ect ect ect ect Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078612 Share on other sites More sharing options...
writeoff Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Peter Hall (ex Willall Racing) at JMS or James from Nisspeed pete is a champ! Unless he has changed jobs since late last year Peter Hall is the manager of Autosport on Magill Rd and no longer does engine rebuilds (it was one of the reasons that he left Willall). I used Steve Cramp at Manta Racing. He will be more expensive than most places you go to but, as in most things in life, you pay for what you get. Peter Hall recommended Steve to me and I continue to use Manta to this day for all work on my GTR. After going to 6 places I'm happier to pay more for someone who won't make a mistake or try and cut costs. Do it once, do it properly. If only all others within the car industry were as good. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5078742 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ISC-Performance Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Boostworx or Lewis Engines. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5079075 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weezy Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 If my 26 went bang, I would choose a tuner that I would stick to, and then I would goto an engine builder that they use, that way the two go together and the tuner will know 100% what work has been done and then the tuning will perfectly compliment the engine build so once you work out whose going to tune your car, go from there. I've heard nothing but good things from Lewis engines too. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5079110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Race__24 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) Rhemac at Gawler - Best place in SA for engine work and machining. John from their servicing department knows his RBs inside and out, as he was at JMS back in the days and has built a few..... Plus an employee built a "no expence spared" RB26 over 400 AWKW and reved to over 10K, from what I've been told. Edited February 9, 2010 by Race__24 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5079524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR1993 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Tony from knight engines if u can wait. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5079536 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemsA31 Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 Thanks guys, ill definitely be looking into rhemac and a few other places suggested. Now to start saving I only had the car for a week before it went bang Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5080247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madaz Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 ah spewn bought someone elses problem child Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5080250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUF-200 Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Sorry to hear about the engine Dan. Try Andy at AutoSolutions & Restorations. Leigh has just had his engine done there so have a chat to him if you need more details. http://www.asr.net.au/ Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/307377-rb26dett-rebuild/#findComment-5080289 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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