r34 queries

[ecl]

Hi all,

edit: i posted this here instead of NSW section due to most ppl posting here + i've searched already

i'm looking at inspecting an r34 gtt on wednesday... just have a couple q's and would appreciate if someone could help answer them.

1) The car has just been compiled but has not been registrated yet. Would the car have been mechanically tested during compliance or should i take it to a workshop just to be sure? This leads to (2)

2) The car is in Wyong, bout 1 - 1 1/2 hrs from SYD, do anyone know any workshops near there as I would not be able to drive it to SYD for inspection. My last option would be to take it to NRMA for inspection, which leads me to ask whether they are a good idea to use?

Big thanks to all

- Eric

[NJR 34GTT]

Get a workshop to give it a very thorough going over as the compliance process doesn't require that the engine be in great shape. Not in the area so can't recommend anyone for you unfortunately. Also I'd suggest getting a rego inspection done at the same time (pink slip in NSW i think?) because some things that pass compliance may not necessarily pass rego in all states.

Good luck.

[SS8_Gohan]

I know that where my car is getting complianced, it also gets a FULL service as well. New fluids for everything, new cat, new brake pads. I was surprised about pads, but i'm certainly not complaining. So after a full service the car should be running pretty good, but yeah, wouldn't have any extensive engine checks like NJR said.

I'm not sure how well ppl like NRMA know their imports, sometimes they have like 1 or 2 guys that specialise in them. So maybe give em a call and ask about imports?

good luck

[Abo Bob]

AFAIK they have to replace all fluids in the car for compliance anyway.

[Ronin 09]

AFAIK they have to replace all fluids in the car for compliance anyway.

This is true, but there are plenty of compliance people who will make a bigger margin by not doing so... so check!

[wrxhoon]

just because the car gets complyed doesnt mean its in good nick , it only means it has certain things done to it to make it comply with adrs .

yea they must change fluids , brake , engine oil + filter, new tyres and new seat belts . as for new brake pads the only have to do themif they are more than 50% worn .

have someone check the car for you and make sure they check the underbody for rust as well .

good luck with it .

[SS8_Gohan]

oh ok, so brakes are only if less than 50%.

well my car is this compliance places test car, so they are making sure EVERYTHING is spot on. I'm sure my brakes were more than 50% but i guess saves hassle come time canberra checks the car if everything is new anyway. I'm certainly not complaining.

[adznight]

Look at it this why, your about to spend around 30k. Get a top to bottom check from a respected testing center because it could cost you a lot more in the long run!

[Garage Menace]

Brake pads must be changed regardless of condition as part of the compliance process.

[Zane]

Brake pads must be standard Nissan items when complied which is rarely the case on imports. Can be a huge concern on R34 GTR as they are hard to source in Australia and worth $1000 each end. Not sure if they have to be of a minimum depth.

Z.

[adznight]

Brake pads must be standard Nissan items when complied which is rarely the case on imports. Can be a huge concern on R34 GTR as they are hard to source in Australia and worth $1000 each end. Not sure if they have to be of a minimum depth.

Z.

Hey??? Are you sure about that. Seems a little odd since that isn't the case with the R34 GTT.

[wrxhoon]

Brake pads must be changed regardless of condition as part of the compliance process.

not so under the new rules but yea they must be nissan original part numbers .

yea if you have to change gtr ( brambo ) pads they are very expensive but nothing stoping you from buying one set to pass your car then take them off put them on another car and so on to recoup some of your money !!!