bitz Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) Just got r33 gtst allready have an oil leak. Need help/advice Hi everybody i come here with my hat in my hands needing some advice. A few days ago i purchased a r33 gtst from the owner of a performance shop in Sydney its got the following New engine with unknown k's pod, exhaust, screamer pipe stock intercooler stock ecu stock turbo @ 11psi told it dyno'd 190kw It went hard on a test drive but since picking it up its started idling rough and today after taking it for a long drive i noticed a puddle of oil underneath, popped the bonnet and seen its pissed half(according to the dipstick) its oil out through the oil line to the turbo? So i got back onto the bloke and he told me to top it up with 20/50 and bring it back around.... Now i fix computers for a living but 20/50 in a RB doesn't sound right. Any input/advice on what to do or who to take it to is really appreciated. Edited August 30, 2017 by bitz . Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
admS15 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Guys use 10-40, 15-50, I personally use 10-60. Just top it up with some 20-50 if that's what he was using and take it back to him to fix the leak since he has offered too. You can change oil to what you like later on. Looks like that banjo bolt on the oil line is loose, stripped or missing crush washers. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847381 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 I hope that's all it is. Il try tightening it tomorrow. Is there any recommended shops i can take this too to get it checked over for anything else? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847385 Share on other sites More sharing options...
admS15 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Sorry I'm not familiar with Adelaide. Try tightening that bolt, if it still leaks, take it back to the bloke who sold it to you to fix. Someone else should be able to point you toward a decent mechanic. Cheers and good luck. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847392 Share on other sites More sharing options...
inmaniac Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I had a leak from the same spot in my old car - replaced the crush washers and it was all sorted. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847394 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Cheers guys. Once I've got some light Il check it again and post back. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847396 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordy32 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 replace crush washers (can be bought at repco/super cheap auto <$5 ) clean it up and monitor if it still leaks grab a new line, braided is probably easiest and you'll be sorted. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847404 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) I went to tighten it this morning but it wasn't very loose. Im off to buy the washers now. To get at the bolt i moved the inlet pipe and when i disconnected it i noticed some oil in there.. im guess this probably isn't good. Id still really like to get a professional to check it over once im done so im open to suggestions Edited August 30, 2017 by bitz Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 11 hours ago, Jordy32 said: replace crush washers (can be bought at repco/super cheap auto <$5 ) clean it up and monitor if it still leaks grab a new line, braided is probably easiest and you'll be sorted. Do I need 2? Top and bottom or just top? I've taken my banjo bolt out and I've only got one Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
niZmO_Man Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Need one on each side of the fitting, i.e. two There's your problem. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTofuS-T Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I love it when problems become obvious like that. in regards to the oil in the intake, could be a turbo seal, HOWEVER, your current leak suggest the turbo has come off at some point in the near past, so the previous owner could have replaced a shagged turbo with another one. So best case is the oil is from before and wasn't cleaned up. OR time for a new turbo/hi-flow/etc... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847470 Share on other sites More sharing options...
admS15 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Replace the crush washers, I'd leave the turbo for now and if it's not blowing massive amounts of smoke out the exhaust, don't worry about it too much. A bit of oil is pretty normal. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yeah, a high flow was on the cards... Not the same week I bought it though. Feel pretty cheated to be honest. If I go high flow Il need to get a fmic too right? This is getting expensive fast. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 Big thanks to everybody that contributed. She's topped up and running and best of all not leaking! Here's some before and afters! 2 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847512 Share on other sites More sharing options...
inmaniac Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Good to hear mate. Make sure you post up some more pictures of the car! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeDog Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Is that a fibre washer in the "before" picture? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847530 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oweban Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yeah, a high flow was on the cards... Not the same week I bought it though. Feel pretty cheated to be honest. If I go high flow Il need to get a fmic too right? This is getting expensive fast. You bought an r33, expensive fast is the norm (Only slightly exaggerating) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847534 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitz Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, GeeDog said: Is that a fibre washer in the "before" picture? Yep, im thinking there was a bottom one too but it melted. 30 minutes ago, oweban said: You bought an r33, expensive fast is the norm (Only slightly exaggerating) In hindsight my plans to use this as a cheap weekend cruiser were probably a bit optimistic A project has never killed anybody though and its a good opportunity to learn. There's a grinding sound that comes and goes from the turbo which i'm guessing is the blades hitting the housing so the plans are.. Replace the turbo with something bolt on, thinking the G2 or G3 from hypergear Replace rusted out radiator with an aluminum one Replace the fully hektic blast pipes with something a bit more sensible Treat the nasty rust in the boot Finally, Enjoy the F***ing thing (in my dreams) Then if required fuel pumps, injectors & ecu and etc etc but i don't have the first clue about stuff like that and gonna have to do WAY more reading. Il be sure to bug everybody with all the questions i have Edited August 31, 2017 by bitz Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847540 Share on other sites More sharing options...
oweban Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 It'll happen - I'm 10 years into my 33 and re-discovering the joy. GCG make a bloody good high flow; they take your turbo, clean it up brand spankers and fix it all up with new turbines etc - might be worth looking into. Radiator - mishimoto (450 usually, saw it for 360 the other day on those eBay 20% off things). Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847548 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiRS4T Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Obviously you won't be using the "performance shop" that sold you the car. Can't suggest a shop in Adelaide but would say Hypergear will give you better bang for buck than GCG. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/471830-just-got-r33-gtst-allready-have-an-oil-leak-need-helpadvice/#findComment-7847550 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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