The Prodigal Son Returns. R32 GTR build and other Far East Adventures
08-14-2014, 12:02 AM
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I love cappuccinos. But I think the hatch ALTO works are cooler. Same engine but 4wd. The mazda az-1 also gets me in the knards.
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08-14-2014, 08:38 AM
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Yes to the AZ-1.
No to the ALTO.
The car must also be attractive and not just small and light. A low CG is preferred and the ALTO doesn't have that either.
Cappuccino:
No to the ALTO.
The car must also be attractive and not just small and light. A low CG is preferred and the ALTO doesn't have that either.
Cappuccino:
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08-14-2014, 11:18 AM
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I can't believe there's no love for the alto-works. I think they are quirky and awesome. I've seen a handful EMBARRASS some high-power cars around some tight routes. I am a fan of the "econobox-turned renegade" look, and it NAILS it.
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08-14-2014, 11:59 AM
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I had a huge response typed but my work connection ate it. Cliffnotes:
Thirdgen: u mad bro? I posted 5 in my last post. If you were expecting a GTI, this is a skyline thread. tee hee.
Locomonkeyboricua: I paid about 12K. Decent ones go for about 8K and meh cars about 5K. Because they are about to become legal here the values have been creeping up. there is difinitely a surge in interest for these cars with the flood gates about to open stateside.
2manyhobyz: No there shouldnt be any issues. EPA stops after 21 years. NHTSA after 25. That said EPA requires an engine in "original configuration" so don't expect any epic turbo builds until I have a USA title in a couple years. I will however make the rest of the car flawless so that when I move back I ONLY have an engine build to do.
Fireindc: I hate fanboiz as much as anyone. I simply wanted this because I've seen supras and rx-7's etc but I've never been within 100yds of a skyline before. What surprised me is this is a much nicer (in like an old person's definition of it) car than any supra I've messed with. And that's just it: this car is making me grow up a bit. It feels like it's a BMW type of vibe as oppposed to a boy racer toy car.
Thirdgen: u mad bro? I posted 5 in my last post. If you were expecting a GTI, this is a skyline thread. tee hee.
Locomonkeyboricua: I paid about 12K. Decent ones go for about 8K and meh cars about 5K. Because they are about to become legal here the values have been creeping up. there is difinitely a surge in interest for these cars with the flood gates about to open stateside.
2manyhobyz: No there shouldnt be any issues. EPA stops after 21 years. NHTSA after 25. That said EPA requires an engine in "original configuration" so don't expect any epic turbo builds until I have a USA title in a couple years. I will however make the rest of the car flawless so that when I move back I ONLY have an engine build to do.
Fireindc: I hate fanboiz as much as anyone. I simply wanted this because I've seen supras and rx-7's etc but I've never been within 100yds of a skyline before. What surprised me is this is a much nicer (in like an old person's definition of it) car than any supra I've messed with. And that's just it: this car is making me grow up a bit. It feels like it's a BMW type of vibe as oppposed to a boy racer toy car.
1990? Verify that the crank pull/oil pump has been sorted to a 1993+ one they're notorious for engine issues.
325whp seems low for a IC/E/Tuned car though.
This car was the worlds best car in 1990, no other car came even close. So I would have to imagine that it was way better then supra or rx7 and bmw. 8k for gtr? Or gts? and how much do you think shipping cost is back to usa? Yours looks like its worth every penny at 12k. I hope you get to ship it back free on uncle sams dollar.
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08-14-2014, 01:20 PM
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iTurn: LOL there's no way to verify that without pulling the engine. I expect it's an original R32 item and thus shift at 6500rpm. Like I said, no monster horsepower builds for the time being, US title first. I want this drive-train to last till it doesn't have to.
I would disagree with your HP estimate. R32's had less efficient turbos than 33's or 34's and especially metal wheel upgrades. And with boost being kept at a ceramic wheel saving 12-14psi that's pretty much spot on for an unopened engine.
I've seen maxed out R34 turbos thrown down 400 at the wheels. that's all they've got to give. Less turbo, less stress, I don't see where you think I'm leaving power on the table. And when I go, I go big. There's an RB32 and an EFR8374 in this car's future. (distant though it may be)
Steve: http://translate.google.com/translat...20%26bih%3D955
Auto Gallery Yokohama is about 30minutes from my house. They convert the stock five speed to double synchros. They also have a gear set out, but most people opt to get an OS giken gearset and have them install the synchro kit. Supposedly these are the best shifting skyline trannys around.
Before I leave this country I intend to have one of their jobs with a OS giken set with a hardened input shaft, and reinforced center plate. Should be plenty for 600whp of street/very light HPDE
I would disagree with your HP estimate. R32's had less efficient turbos than 33's or 34's and especially metal wheel upgrades. And with boost being kept at a ceramic wheel saving 12-14psi that's pretty much spot on for an unopened engine.
I've seen maxed out R34 turbos thrown down 400 at the wheels. that's all they've got to give. Less turbo, less stress, I don't see where you think I'm leaving power on the table. And when I go, I go big. There's an RB32 and an EFR8374 in this car's future. (distant though it may be)
Steve: http://translate.google.com/translat...20%26bih%3D955
Auto Gallery Yokohama is about 30minutes from my house. They convert the stock five speed to double synchros. They also have a gear set out, but most people opt to get an OS giken gearset and have them install the synchro kit. Supposedly these are the best shifting skyline trannys around.
Before I leave this country I intend to have one of their jobs with a OS giken set with a hardened input shaft, and reinforced center plate. Should be plenty for 600whp of street/very light HPDE
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08-14-2014, 02:37 PM
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Absolutely awesome. Like Fireindc, I'm far from a Nissan or JDM fanboy of any sort, but that car is so clean, and so cool. I hope you keep it fairly stock looking, because Nissan nailed it.
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08-14-2014, 08:54 PM
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Look up "tomei r32" in google and you'll find a blue car that has everything I'm talking about. Basically a stock+ body kit
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12-23-2014, 04:58 AM
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Friends, I have not given up on this. I was deployed for about 3 months, been rather busy since I got back. Updates are coming, Let me snap some pictures of all these damn NISMO boxes...
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