Mik Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 I have an R33 GTR with a pair of GT-RS's. What can be done to bring boost on a little quicker? The car has good top end power now (obviously), it is currently making about 340rwkw on 1.3 bar. Target boost is currently reached at about 5800RPM in the higher gears. The car has adjustable cam gears, but they are set to zero degrees on both sides as we found this to be the best. All internals are stock, but other mods are: 550 injectors HKS dumps NISMO tuned length front pipes Trust MX 80mm exhaust Power FC and boost control kit I have been told that the exhaust is choking it, hence spool up is slow. I tried dropping off the exhaust from the front pipes and going for a run, things improved VERY slightly (like 100RPM), so I don't think this is a problem. The wastegate actuators are adjusted to be quite hard (crack at about 1 bar) I don't want to pull the engine out of the car, as the engine is still very healthy (perfect compression and leakdown), so oversize pistons and higher compression is not an option. The only other option is a pair of drop in cams. What sort of difference would a pair of say Tomei PONCAMS make to midrange power? They make two types, both with 260 intake and one with either 256 or 260 exhaust duration. I'm assuming the pair of 260s would be best for the big turbines? Are there any other better cams that will fit straight in using standard valve springs and without machining the head? I would be over the moon to have target boost at 5000RPM. Is this possible, or should I just swap the turbos for a pair of 2530s or N1s? I know these will be on full song at 4500RPM. Also, I'm getting compressor surge at low RPM in high gears, I'm assuming the extra air flow form a pair of cams will stop this. Is this wishfull thinking? Thanks in advance Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
R31 POWER Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 Also, I'm getting compressor surge at low RPM in high gears I'm no expert so I'll leave it to them but do you have a balance pipe between each pipe before the turbos? I'm sure I read in another thread this can cause probs if it does'nt. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1043878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 Hi Mik, the general consensus from GTR owners around the world is that GTRS's are too big for 2.6 litres. A set of camshafts would help, as would a light port of the cylinder head and an increase in compression ratio. As for cams, 256/260/264 would be OK, keep the lift under 9 mm. I haven't found any particular brand which outshines the others when used in GTR's. Personally I find the 256/260 Poncams are superior in GTST's, but that has not, to date, been the case in GTR's. Hope that helps Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1043910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted October 9, 2004 Author Share Posted October 9, 2004 Hi Mik, the general consensus from GTR owners around the world is that GTRS's are too big for 2.6 litres. A set of camshafts would help, as would a light port of the cylinder head and an increase in compression ratio. As for cams, 256/260/264 would be OK, keep the lift under 9 mm. I haven't found any particular brand which outshines the others when used in GTR's. Personally I find the 256/260 Poncams are superior in GTST's, but that has not, to date, been the case in GTR's.Hope that helps Thanks SK. Are you saying the poncams haven't been good in GTRs or that you havent tried them? I think the poncam's lift is about 9.2mm. Do you think that's too much lift for the standard valvetrain, or will it be okay? I guess there's not that much else I can do is there? Without taking the eninge out that is. But if I were to do that, I'd sooner swap the turbos for a pair of 2530s or N1s. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1043980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
meshmesh Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 markr34gtr is running these in his gtr... making around the 440rwkw and boost is coming around 5ish... do a search he just ran a 10.9 qtr Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1043999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 Thanks SK. Are you saying the poncams haven't been good in GTRs or that you havent tried them? I think the poncam's lift is about 9.2mm. Do you think that's too much lift for the standard valvetrain, or will it be okay?I guess there's not that much else I can do is there? Without taking the eninge out that is. But if I were to do that, I'd sooner swap the turbos for a pair of 2530s or N1s. Tomei call them Poncams because they are bolt in (no other mods). If they say 9.2 mm is OK with standard everything else then it must be OK. Tomei do make cams that are not Poncams ie; they need mods to fit. When I have used the 256/260 's in RB25DET's they are demonstrably superior to any others I have tried or see the results of. I have not seen this same superiority in their GTR cams. They are as good as the others, but not better. I suggest you give the cam upgrade a try before you swap out the turbos, you might find that it is enough for your tastes. Hi meshmesh, Mark has spoken to me a number of times about his set up. :wavey: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044039 Share on other sites More sharing options...
T517zGTR Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Mik, Your not alone. I have a pair of Trust T517z in my R33, not sure how these compare to GT - Rs, I think they are close in term of total output power (330 - 360kw at 4 wheels on 22psi). I also have a susbtantial amount of lag over the stock items - to be expected. I seem to have full boost at about 4800 - 5000. I have done many of the other mods you mentioned and have been brainstorming ideas to lower my lag time with little success - came to a similar conclusion cams, cam gears, etc. Wonder how quick a pair of 2510s spool up? - pity it would be a massive top end sacrifice! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
meshmesh Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 T517zGTR, a couple of sau members have these turbos, JAGR33 & Ph1, I've for a drive with JAGR33, and yes they're alot laggier than the 2530's, but damn they hit hard. I have a comparison thread somewhere in one of my threads. JAGR33 ended up getting Ben from Racepace in Melbourne to sort the lag out, and so far seems alot happier. Perhaps give Ben a call, a see what he suggest, Ben also built Ph1's car.. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044111 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32-GTS Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 As far as bolt in cams for gtr's go HKS Step1's have longer duration with 272 been the biggest bolt in with 8.5mm lift . The tomei poncams have a higher lift of 9.1mm but the duration is smaller with 260 been the biggest you can go . Im probably gonna use HKS 264 inlet 272 exhaust with 8.5mm lift to try bring the single turbo on a bit sooner. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044770 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 As far as bolt in cams for gtr's go HKS Step1's have longer duration with 272 been the biggest bolt in with 8.5mm lift . The tomei poncams have a higher lift of 9.1mm but the duration is smaller with 260 been the biggest you can go . Im probably gonna use HKS 264 inlet 272 exhaust with 8.5mm lift to try bring the single turbo on a bit sooner. It has been my experience that higher lift will help more than longer duration. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32-GTS Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Yeh i was interested to know this. But from 8.5 to 9.1 would that be a noticable difference ? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044780 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Yeh i was interested to know this. But from 8.5 to 9.1 would that be a noticable difference ? Yes :Pimp: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044788 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32-GTS Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 tomei poncams seem to be cheaper than the HKS As well. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044790 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted October 10, 2004 Author Share Posted October 10, 2004 Yeh i was interested to know this. But from 8.5 to 9.1 would that be a noticable difference ? That is a massive difference. I think 272s would kill the idle a little too much for my liking. SK, Do you think the 260s would be better than the 256/260 for my application? I think I will drop in a set of cams and keep the GT-RSs for now. If it doesn't work out, the cams won't be wasted with smaller turbines anyway. I have attatched the GTRS graph from the HKS website. I would love to know what has been done to that engine, because it looks like the engine is making 1.8kg boost at about 5000RPM. I guess the Jap fuel helps because you can run heaps of timing on spoolup. Is the R34 RB26 a bit better than the R33 version? Or is the extra torque on the R34 over the R33 just due to ECU mapping? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32-GTS Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 I think the 256 cam would be a bit small for a rb26 but thats only my opinion . I dont mind the lumpy idle of a 272 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnblight Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 ha I GOT A GTR RUN 260 DEG PONCAM STD INTERNVALS WITH BALL BEARING GARRETS RUN 518HP AT THE WHEELS ON 18 PSI AND WE PICK UP OVER 100 HP WITH THE CAMS AND ADJUSTABLE CAM WHEELS SO I THINK THE PONCAMS WORK JUST FINE Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
discopotato03 Posted October 10, 2004 Share Posted October 10, 2004 Mick just my two paseos worth not from experience . I think Nissan intended the RB26DETT to run like two 1300cc' engines on a common crank . I look at them as three 430 odd cc cylinders feeding each turbo on seperate manifolds . It looks to me like the GTRS (Garrett GT2871R) was intended for 2 to 2.5L engines in road tune . These turbos use compressor wheels a significant amount larger than the turbine ie 71 and 54mm . The GT2530's use 60mm diameter compressor wheels better suited to turbine (same) . While the GTRS's work better than the 2540's I see them as a compromise just less than the 2540's . I'm not sure what your power and drivability expectations are but its questionable if the GTRS's can deliver . If not you may be able to sell them and fit something that suits you better . cheers A . Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044901 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32-GTS Posted October 11, 2004 Share Posted October 11, 2004 ha I GOT A GTR RUN 260 DEG PONCAM STD INTERNVALS WITH BALL BEARING GARRETS RUN 518HP AT THE WHEELS ON 18 PSI AND WE PICK UP OVER 100 HP WITH THE CAMS AND ADJUSTABLE CAM WHEELS SO I THINK THE PONCAMS WORK JUST FINE Did they bolt straight in or did u have to setup the shims again ? Also what did u set the cams too ? HKS seem to work best set on zero. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1044979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
blk180 Posted October 11, 2004 Share Posted October 11, 2004 Yer i think cams(264in264ex is what hks were using in there dyno graph) and i think a set of aftermarket mainfolds to increase air flow would be good :headbang: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1045628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev210 Posted October 11, 2004 Share Posted October 11, 2004 the 260deg poncams have 9.15mm of lift. I'd say they are a good option, you will have plenty more airflow room at 4000rpm onwards. You want the turbo's to come in 'faster' ie; take less 'time' to hit power. This is appart from the rpm issue. Things like a set of lightened greddy pulleys and the replacement of the factory fan with a davies craig 16inch thermo will reduce the 'time' for the engine to reach revs. As will a good lightweight flywheel and even (if you have $4k or so) a single peice carbon fibre tail shaft (they weight about half the factory one). A higher flowing intercooler might be the go as well. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53120-how-to-bring-boost-on-quicker-on-gtr-with-big-low-mounts/#findComment-1045786 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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