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Where Could I Get A Nismo R32 Intercooler?

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Pardon me please if this is in the wrong section but I was hoping someone could give me advice.

I have Nismo R32 GT-R #167 and I'm in the process of fixing her back up to her former glory. To that end I plan on adding several Nismo parts. I already have a Nismo clutch going in to replace the heavy-ass one already in the car and upgraded Nismo engine and gearbox mounts. The place I bought the car from gave me a period-correct Nismo wheel to slap on. I got a Nismo 320kph speedo off eBay. Eventually I want to get some other bits like a Nismo gear knob, seat covers, etc.

One thing that eludes me though since AFAIK it's been discontinued is a Nismo intercooler. Since my R32 is an authentic Nismo GT-R I think it would be great to have a Nismo logo proudly showing on the front but where could I get one? All the shops I've cheked online just have it listed as discontinued. Anyone know of anyone who wants to part with one? Any chance Yahoo auctions or another similar site might have one? Any leads would be greatly appreciated.

If I can't find one it's not the end of the world for me. I'll probably go with a Blitz intercooler or similar in that case but it sure would be cool to have an authentic Nismo IC for my authentic Nismo GT-R :)

Oh,and is the R32 intercooler unique from the R33 and R34 or were they all the same, just differing in piping?

Thanks in advance for your help.

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yahoo will have one floating around.

oh also the nismo wheel, if it requires a boss kit to put it on Nismo did make one. They are quite hard to find but hey, nismo!

Sounds like I have to hit up Yahoo auctions then. Thanks. As for the wheel, I do need a new boss kit for it. My car has a Momo wheel on it and I was told the kit it uses won't work with the Nismo because the bolt pattern is different. I'm okay with a non-Nismo made boss kit like a Works Bell or NRG though. You wouldn't happen to have suggestions on which kits from either of those companies would work with a Nismo wheel by any chance or any suggestions on other brands to consider? I've done some research on it but haven't settled on a firm answer since I've been more occupied with sussing out parts for needed maintenance and repainting of my car. I'm hoping to put it in for respray in July and after that restore the interior so the wheel situation has been on the back burner for now.

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I thought Boss kits are universal... What nismo wheel is it? There is a few variations. Mine is sitting next to me currently. I would say you can use the boss kit that the momo is attached to...

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The earlier nismo intercooler is identical to an 70mm ARC intercooler, the later one which came out after R34s were released is a 100mm item

The later version is possibly also ARC, but if so it comes in a polished version not normally available from ARC.

I have the early nismo one on my 32.

If you find a R34 intercooler, it will fit, but it just has an air temp bung to use or plug on the drivers side of the FMIC.

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I thought Boss kits are universal... What nismo wheel is it? There is a few variations. Mine is sitting next to me currently. I would say you can use the boss kit that the momo is attached to...

The Nismo wheel I have is identical to this one (only with the leather in better shape):

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The Momo that's on right now is identical to this one:

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They both have a six bolt pattern but I was told that the boss kit I have wouldn't work because the orientation is different - the Momo has the top screw at 12 o'clock while the Nismo has two top screws at 11 and 1'oclock. Sorry but I don't know nearly enough about aftermarket wheels and boss kits to say otherwise so I'd appreciate the correction if I was told the wrong thing.

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The earlier nismo intercooler is identical to an 70mm ARC intercooler, the later one which came out after R34s were released is a 100mm item

The later version is possibly also ARC, but if so it comes in a polished version not normally available from ARC.

I have the early nismo one on my 32.

If you find a R34 intercooler, it will fit, but it just has an air temp bung to use or plug on the drivers side of the FMIC.

Thanks for the info. So with the R34 IC (if that's what I can find), that air temp bung can be closed off for use on the R32 and no other modifications needed? Just want to make sure I understand correctly.

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They both have a six bolt pattern but I was told that the boss kit I have wouldn't work because the orientation is different - the Momo has the top screw at 12 o'clock while the Nismo has two top screws at 11 and 1'oclock. Sorry but I don't know nearly enough about aftermarket wheels and boss kits to say otherwise so I'd appreciate the correction if I was told the wrong thing.

Given that the top end of the steering column is splined, I would have thought that adjusting the alignment of the boss would be to the resolution of 1 spline.

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speaking of nismo intercoolers....

yes they are rebadged ARC items.

also here you go.

http://www.importmonster.com.au/view?url=http://page10.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/m134338077&thumb=http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img259.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/users/6/0/7/0/yasu32gtr2000-thumb-1422405752972785.jpg&title=GTRGT%20RnismoBCNR33ARC

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Given that the top end of the steering column is splined, I would have thought that adjusting the alignment of the boss would be to the resolution of 1 spline.

same nismo wheel i have ^^

The boss kit should work. What GTSBoy said^^

Thanks for the info. I'll have to pull off the Momo wheel when I get a chance and see what's up.

I saw that auction when I did a quick search on another Yahoo auction search site. I wish it had pics that were more close-up cause it seems to have a lot of bent fins.

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that is a very early model nismo intercooler that is made by ARC. Those are pretty rare also. I emailed for better pics, but no response. It does look pretty beat up, so I passed as well. It has been up for a very long time. I bought a decent newer style r32/r33 off the auctions. Only one i've seen in about 6 months.

After some fin straightening

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It looks different than my ARC intercooler. Notice how it triangles out between the rows of fins . I dont remember that on my nismo. I am not home, so I cant check.

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that is a very early model nismo intercooler that is made by ARC. Those are pretty rare also. I emailed for better pics, but no response. It does look pretty beat up, so I passed as well. It has been up for a very long time. I bought a decent newer style r32/r33 off the auctions. Only one i've seen in about 6 months.

After some fin straightening

It looks different than my ARC intercooler. Notice how it triangles out between the rows of fins . I dont remember that on my nismo. I am not home, so I cant check.

Yeah, I wasn't digging the condition of that old Nismo. I don't mind it's an earlier style since it's period correct for the car but it just looks pretty worn. If it were a lot cheaper I might bite but not for $1K.

What are you planning on doing with your ARC now that you have two intercoolers? Are you considering selling it?

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Yeah, I wasn't digging the condition of that old Nismo. I don't mind it's an earlier style since it's period correct for the car but it just looks pretty worn. If it were a lot cheaper I might bite but not for $1K.

What are you planning on doing with your ARC now that you have two intercoolers? Are you considering selling it?

Its on my rb25 s13.

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I have one for sale brand new in box. $3,400 plus shipping. contact me through instagram at superb_rated

Dang, that is a very pretty IC! The want is strong but unfortunately I don't have the budget right now with my build still finishing up. I'd be interested if my build were finished but that's still a couple of months away by my estimate.

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