Jump to content
SAU Community

Recommended Posts

I'm in the process of buying a Skyline, Just shopping around a bit, And I was wondering about the regulations when it comes to modifications. I'm on my Green P's, And I've got 2 different car's that I'm looking at. One has no mods, The other is this one: http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/nissan-skyline-1995-11940016?vertical=Car&cr=1&eapi=2&__N=1216%201246%201247%201252%201282%204294963846%204294963593%20904%201622%204294678014&distance=25&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,Max~1|Mileage:Min,100000&sort=~Price

Am I going to be able to drive it legally?

Link to comment
https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/391346-p-plater-buying-a-skyline/
Share on other sites

I'm in the process of buying a Skyline, Just shopping around a bit, And I was wondering about the regulations when it comes to modifications. I'm on my Green P's, And I've got 2 different car's that I'm looking at. One has no mods, The other is this one: http://www.carsales....000&sort=~Price

Am I going to be able to drive it legally?

depends on the laws in WA, but most states are now strict on P platers driving high powered cars, i.e ANY THING TURBO, V8, especially imports - massive NO on that one. most ppl wait till they are on Full license before buying GTST or just buy a GTS for the time being.?

- people try to use the EXEMPTION rule, but you wont get one for a skyline, as it has no purpose in the work force unlike some V8 utes.

GOODLUCK

oh plus these things below are defectable in most states:

-Turbo timer

-Apexi Electronic Boost Controller

- pivot oil temperature, boost gauges

-APEXi Power FC with controller

Edited by mikeyR33-T

Where are the best places to look for them? I've only checked carsales.

Speaking of, I seen this one. http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/nissan-skyline-1993-11949219?vertical=Car&cr=4&eapi=2&__N=1216%201246%201247%201252%201282%20904%20245%201622%204294963846%204294963593&distance=25&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,15000~1&sort=~Price

Is that one good for value?

Edited by W1ldcard

It's not about the Neons, I thought those were illegal anyway.

That GTR was actually one of the ones I was looking at. My biggest problem was making sure that I could drive it as a P-plater. Don't like the idea of being unable to drive it.

What's the difference between the 2?

ALSO I'm in Perth. I think I got everything this time >_>

Edited by W1ldcard

It's not about the Neons, I thought those were illegal anyway.

That GTR was actually one of the ones I was looking at. My biggest problem was making sure that I could drive it as a P-plater. Don't like the idea of being unable to drive it.

What's the difference between the 2?

ALSO I'm in Perth. I think I got everything this time >_>

Difference between a GTST and GTR???unsure.gif

Pretty sure there are still no restrictions in WA. I see p platers in SS utes every day, saw a p plate 911 the other day.

Someone correct me if i am wrong

Even with restrictions, such as in VIC, you still see P-platers driving restricted vehicles. All the P-platers on SAU driving R33 GTSts, for instance. And you see them driving SS Commodes, XR6T Falcoons, etc. So don't assume that P-platers driving high performance / power vehicles means no restrictions.

*Sigh* I googled Skylines and ended up on a forum(This one) which is apparently specifically FOR Skylines. I then asked the difference between 2 types on said forum, and your solution is to google it again? Where do you think I'm going to end up?

I don't need specifics, Just a general overview of the differences. Any proper answers would be appreciated.

Even with restrictions, such as in VIC, you still see P-platers driving restricted vehicles. All the P-platers on SAU driving R33 GTSts, for instance. And you see them driving SS Commodes, XR6T Falcoons, etc. So don't assume that P-platers driving high performance / power vehicles means no restrictions.

http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/20424.asp

http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/20626.asp#20650

If there are any car/power restrictions they would be written there. I cant find anything that says there are restrictions in WA, I think that there DEFINITELY should be but dont think that it is currently the case.

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

    • @Haggerty you still haven't answered my question.  Many things you are saying do not make sense for someone who can tune, yet I would not expect someone who cannot tune to be playing with the things in the ECU that you are.  This process would be a lot quicker to figure out if we can remove user error from the equation. 
    • If as it's stalling, the fuel pressure rises, it's saying there's less vacuum in the intake manifold. This is pretty typical of an engine that is slowing down.   While typically is agree it sounds fuel related, it really sounds fuel/air mixture related. Since the whole system has been refurbished, including injectors, pump, etc, it's likely we've altered how well the system is delivering fuel. If someone before you has messed with the IACV because it needed fiddling with as the fuel system was dieing out, we need to readjust it back. Getting things back to factory spec everywhere, is what's going to help the entire system. So if it idles at 400rpm with no IACV, that needs raising. Getting factory air flow back to normal will help us get everything back in spec, and likely help chase down any other issues. Back on IACV, if the base idle (no IACV plugged in) is too far out, it's a lot harder for the ECU to control idle. The IACV duty cycle causes non linear variations in reality. When I've tuned the idle valves in the past, you need to keep it in a relatively narrow window on aftermarket ecus to stop them doing wild dances. It also means if your base idle is too low, the valve needs to open too much, and then the smallest % change ends up being a huge variation.
    • I guess one thing that might be wrong is the manifold pressure.  It is a constant -5.9 and never moves even under 100% throttle and load.  I would expect it to atleast go to 0 correct?  It's doing this with the OEM MAP as well as the ECU vacuum sensor. When trying to tune the base map under load the crosshairs only climb vertically with RPM, but always in the -5.9 column.
    • AHHHH gotchaa, I'll do that once I am home again. I tried doing the harness with the multimeter but it seems the car needed a jump, there was no power when it was in the "ON" position. Not sure if I should use car battery jump starter or if its because the stuff that has been disconnect the car just does send power.
    • As far as I can tell I have everything properly set in the Haltech software for engine size, injector data, all sensors seem to be reporting proper numbers.  If I change any injector details it doesnt run right.    Changing the base map is having the biggest change in response, im not sure how people are saying it doesnt really matter.  I'm guessing under normal conditions the ECU is able to self adjust and keep everything smooth.   Right now my best performance is happening by lowering the base map just enough to where the ECU us doing short term cut of about 45% to reach the target Lambda of 14.7.  That way when I start putting load on it still has high enough fuel map to not be so lean.  After 2500 rpm I raised the base map to what would be really rich at no load, but still helps with the lean spots on load.  I figure I don't have much reason to be above 2500rpm with no load.  When watching other videos it seems their target is reached much faster than mine.  Mine takes forever to adjust and reach the target. My next few days will be spent making sure timing is good, it was running fine before doing the ECU and DBW swap, but want to verify.  I'll also probably swap in the new injectors I bought as well as a walbro 255 pump.  
×
×
  • Create New...