Nissan Forums / Infiniti Forums - NICOclub: GTR Forum / Skyline Forum

upgrade basket

moondog1990 — 2009-11-19T18:21:18-08:00

Hi I am soon to purchase a big basket for my 95 r33 skyline rb25det and were wondering what your thoughts were and where i culd improve?
The baset includes;

HKS fuel rail
Greddy oil cooler kit
gizzmo boost contoller
HKS twin plate clutch kit + flywheel
TOMEI PONCAM RB25 R33(-97.9) NVCS camshafts
Cam gears
ECU power fc
Z32 Airflow Meter
Bosch 044 fuel pump
Greddy Genuine Intake Plenum
Nismo 555cc Injectors
GT3076R 56 Trim Turbocharger kit
Greddy Trust MX Front pipe
3" MAGNAFLOW STAINLESS STEEL CAT CONVERTOR
Coilovers
swaybars
castor rods

Already have on it a FMIC, Cat back exhaust, POD, turbo timer. thanks

Porsche Turbo EDO Competition vs Mercedes CL65 vs Nissan GTR

trev0006 — 2009-11-18T13:14:06-08:00

Porsche Turbo EDO Competition vs Mercedes CL65

Porsche Turbo EDO Competitio vs Nissan GTR

importing a R32 to the states

TRACKday — 2009-11-17T17:24:00-08:00

just recently aquired a skyline and my cousin wants one BUT i bought mine in the states already legalized before i moved to the uk and he wants to import one from Japan and i have NO clue how to go about sending one across the pond So i need help and i was directed to NICO in hopes that it would help

XXR Wheels - 962's

Mickroy — 2009-11-15T21:05:41-08:00

Hi fellow skyliners across the pacific...

I'm from Australia, where skylines are plentiful :D

I've recently come across XXR wheels whilst searching for a new set. The 962's are EXACTLY what I'm after (http://www.xxrwheels.com/sportmax_962.shtml). No one has heard of them over here, but I know a guy that can get them at a good price. Seeing as they're based in the states, I figured someone here must have had a set on a 32/33/34??

I'm going for 8.5" fronts & 9.5" dished rears & the +35 offset sounds perfect for my car. I'm just wondering if anyone would have a few pics of them on either a 32/33/34? Do they fit fine? clear the brakes?

Btw, pic of my car... black r33 gtst sII sedan

GT-R NOT Coming to the 24 Hours of Daytona...

spalind — 2009-11-13T15:52:09-08:00

At least not from the boys at Gigawave Motorsports who are entering LeMans. Spoke with them via email today...

http://nismostuff.blogspot.com....html

JL's Skyline GTR - From Stock to Finish Done Right- R32 Metallic Red Pearl

archaeicbloke — 2009-11-19T15:23:11-08:00

Recently got a new GTR R32, and have started buying up parts for the spring, I'm in Montreal, Quebec, Canada....so i decided to start a build thread to help track progress... this is the second GTR ive had,...

and so heres the first GTR i had:

then i got tired of having a really modded / problem car, so i sold it....

********************************************
6 months later, i bought this:

1991 Skyline R32 GTR *bone Stock*... not a single thing was upgraded ever.
110,000km's great shape, no rust, and compression on all cylinders was above 160PSI... never been over boosted either.

heres the pics of it at the shop.

thats all for now!!

check back soon, more to come!

my first thread here

archaeicbloke — 2009-11-10T16:15:33-08:00

hey guys, just posting my first thread, im gonna start my build thread here soon for my GTR and wondering if there was a specific section for it or if i just post it in this section?

thanks,

r34 gt500 kit for r32

ReaperBJJ — 2009-11-09T06:18:11-08:00

this is really old I'm sure of but I'm just now starting to look at skyline stuff more and more lately and landed on this while looking at raceonusa

http://www.raceonusa.com/nissa...-door

Anybody seen one of these in person? I can't find any pictures other than the raceon ones. it's pretty spendy and I would think that it would take a lot of finishing work to get fitment decent.

I've just been playing with the idea of building an r32 as strictly a track car, and I've always loved r34 stylings, as well as the jgtc gt500 style. call me a blasphemer or whatever you will, I like that shiz.

RI

REDWINTERZ — 2009-11-07T14:26:46-08:00

Hey guys, I own a Z32 but the R34 GT-R is my dream car. While doing some reading on here, I came across the acronym "RI," but I couldn't figure out the meaning. Sorry if this sounds stupid, but could someone help me out? Thanks...

My Godzilla :)

SKYLINE GT-R — 2009-11-12T17:46:28-08:00

Hi all

i want to share you my project specs and pictures, i already post an old thread for it but now we are here with many changes

please check an old one

http://forums.nicoclub.com/zer...26185

then lets see the news

NISSAN SKYLINE GT-R 1993 R32 LHD

HKS F-CON V-Pro (Golden Edition)
HKS Twin Power version II
Precision single turbo GT42 by GARRETT
GReddy Exhaust Manifold
Greddy Type C wastgate
ARIAS Bistons
EAGLE connecting Rods
HKS 272 Cams, Left 10.2
TOMEI valves springs
Port Polished engine Head
HKS 1000cc Injectors
HKS size 11 Fuel Rail
SARD Type RJ Fuel Regulator
DENSO 280 LB Racing Fuel Pump X 2
Aeromotive Racing Fuel Filter
PIVOT electronic turbo Timer
GReddy Profec B spec II boost controller
Defi Gauges (version II New Blue Color)
Custom 3.5 inch Full Exhaust system
KAKIMOTO Racing R Exhaust Muffler
TOMEI Met.al Head Gasket
BBS LM Edition 18 Racing wheels
HKS 4 inch intercooler
GReddy oil Pump
HKS Oil Filter Relocatio.n Kit
GReddy oil cooler
SARD oil Filter
OS Giken double Plate Racing Clutch
OS Giken Closed Ratio Gears
MOMO Racing driving wheel
Cusco Roll cage
SKYLINE Strut bars (Front/Rear)
TOP SECRET Fiber Hood
TEIN Adjustable Master Flex Suspension
Oil Catch Tank
HKS KANSAI 4WD controller
(WITH) WAKO IMPRESSIVE TECHNICAL Aluminum Radiator
NISMO Thermostat Temperature valve
NISMO White Version Meters (320 km/h - 11000 RPM)
HKS Blow off valve SQV kit for BNR32
Veil Side CI model Side skirts

Last result was 817 rwhp @ 29 psi with pure Q16

My target is 950+ rwhp

the pics:

one of my friends added one of the videos in you tube

YouTube - skyline abo slem killer u s

thanks

Nissan Returns to 24 Hours of LeMans With GT-R

spalind — 2009-10-29T16:03:05-08:00

Yup, in 2010...
http://nismostuff.blogspot.com....html

Blew a 2001 Skyline motor

skyline2001r34 — 2009-11-02T07:33:15-08:00

So yesterday i was caught in trafic right. i had just rebuilt the motor and something was done wrong (non street leagle car). I failed to notice the car was getting hot sitting in trafic. There was an accident and it freed up after we passed it. I gunned it to test the new turbo. i saw a big explosion under the hood sent flames though the hood intake i havent had time to asess the damage. Any ideas what happened?

Modified by skyline2001r34 at 7:56 AM 10/29/2009

R33 question

sketch — 2009-11-02T19:01:20-08:00

Hey all, first time poster long time lurker...

I have a 96 R33 GTS-T, I am wondering if the Flywheel, clutch, clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder are the same as a Z32 TT? I do not have my 300 here with me its sitting in the states on a trailer , but I want to drop my clutch and the other metioned parts into my skyline..... Thanks

High Res Shots from this R34 GTR Photoshoot

xknowonex — 2009-10-27T10:33:02-08:00

Hey guys, do any of you guys know where I can find the high res photos of this photoshoot?

New Member, hello.

syclone — 2009-10-23T07:09:20-08:00

hello everyone.. new member so i thought i'd say hello and post a little about my new/used car. this is one of my dream cars, so to finally get a hold of one, i'm

anyway.. it's a '92 Skyline GTR. i bought the car with only 15.5k on the odometer or 9,800 miles for quick conversion. here's a list of mods it came with
-Blitz SUS intake
-Blitz spec NUR exhaust
-Blitz turbo timer
-Momo race steering wheel
-3 point harness
-and a Mine's tuned ECU in the glove box. The seals are still intact so i'll contact mines to see what tune it has.

Tranny problems

MrHotelWebsiteDesign — 2009-10-21T17:25:25-08:00

Have they fixed the issue of the trans breaking yet or they sticking it to the owners?

Illtech Auto Salon - Nissan GTR + Nissan GTR P800 0-300 km/h run

trev0006 — 2009-10-19T21:16:48-08:00

Illtech Auto Salon - Nissan GTR

and

Nissan GTR P800 0-300 km/h run

New Member: 1991 R32 GT-R

Touge.BNR32 — 2009-10-20T10:21:34-08:00

Whats up my names O as my title says I drive a 1991 GT-R, I'm currently stations in Okinawa, Japan and will be bringing this car back with me as when I leave here it will be at that 25 yr mark.

I cannot post pics as I'm currently at work but you can access my photobucket using my guess login/viewing by searching 'i50cal' and using pw 5050

I'll add a mod list later when I get the chance

Has anyone gotten their letter from the U.S. Attorney General yet

AZhitman — 2009-11-02T23:30:20-08:00

My 1972 skyline.

imnothokuten — 2009-10-20T10:40:52-08:00

hi..im a new member here..
i just bought a 72 skyline..but i do not have plans yet.. any suggestion?

R32 Sykline model build

El Destructo Inc — 2009-10-20T13:47:03-08:00

Im building a model of a R32 using a stock and Group A kits, cruising Google for reference pictures hasn't brought much help so I'd like to get help here.

This is being built as a autocross/track day car. I'll be using the brakes, interior, and exhaust from the Calsonic kit, Work Meister S1 wheels, and some detail parts.

Any pictures of stock or lightly modified RB26DETT, suspension and dashboard. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Broken Transmission

edthemanjp — 2009-10-24T00:27:58-08:00

I know something broke and I have my guess but I'm going to put this out here and see what you guys think. This shouldn't have happened but I guess stuff is going to break and especially when the power is increased but this is an odd one.

My Transmission is a route 6 cross with 2 & 3 gears changed, I'm running Red line heavy duty shock proof gear oil, street tires 255 X17, outside temperature around 50, my operating temperature 68 Celsius mine usually runs at that temp, boosted 1.44, and I was on an on ramp entering a highway.

How it happened: Entering ramp to do a test run 1st gear shifted at 7898 rpm into 2nd, full throttle till 7352 rpm and noise and obvious drive issues. Noise is there when clutch is out alls quiet when clutch is pressed. Let clutch out noise and doesn�t seem to engage and then jerk it engages for an instant. Couldn�t drive had to be towed home.

I thought it was something with my clutch nope clutch is fine put tranny in gear turn output shaft and definite catching going on inside. I think I know what it is but I want to hear what other people have to say before I say anything.

Noise is clang clang clang clang sounds to be in sequence with rotation of flywheel.

I always data log thats how I know exactly when it happened

who has this

nissanlover23 — 2009-10-19T19:25:58-08:00

does anyone have r33 skyline radiator mounts that they are willing to part with or a web site that i can by oem skyline parts from

2010 GT-R that we worked on...

mcorautomotivellc — 2009-10-22T08:24:50-08:00

Thought you guys might get a kick out of a recent 2010 GT-R that we were asked to install a full clearshield kit before the dealership delivered it overseas to some very high end collector in a foreign country. We are one of the only local shops that the local Nissan dealerships trust to work on these cars. We are starting to build photo portfolios of the work we are doing on these cars. I can post more pics in the future if you guys want to see them...

center
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
br /br /
/center

I think that its about time that we all speak up

the_momo — 2009-10-17T12:00:44-08:00

Ok, so let me preface my post here by saying that I am not looking to acquire a skyline for myself anytime soon.

I have been a member of NICO for quite some time now, and it seems that most of the different automobile specific forums are pretty on point, with well documented tech support and a decent group of posters and great moderators..with the exception of one....the skyline forum ( im not bashing the members or the staff, this is directed to the content of the forum)

What I have seen for the most part is a thousand threads on someone being scammed by an importer, or their car being seized by the government for illegal importation, or the ubiquitous how can I get my zomg JDM skyline. Not much in the way of DOING something about the situation in which we are currently constrained.

I propose that we as a community of automotive enthusiasts with a common interest appeal to the powers that be to allow some form of importation of foreign vehicles.

I see this being a positive influence on our country for many reasons.
1. This would create jobs in the effect of having legal importers, as well as revenue for the government (federal or state) for said associated costs by the consumer.
2. It would boost the economy by sales of aftermarket parts for said vehicles.
3. The vehicles can be taxed as luxury and would be income for the government yet again.

Im sure there are a thousand other reasons, and Ill leave them for you all to decide what they are when you write your congressman/congresswoman.

The economic climate win which we live is the perfect time for changes such as these to occur, and there is certainly strength in numbers and facts. People are doing outrageous things to get these cars, if we present that to our governing bodies they might see an opportunity. Politicians love to make a name for themselves.

Also, if we can legalize this, government spending can be reduced by eliminating the need to have so many agencies working to keep these vehicles out and can be spent fighting crime, or just saved altogether.

Hell, we could probably get Japan to help pay for export, they have needs to get these vehicles out, thats how we get front clips.

I know I am talking big, but really Ive never seen anyone take a stand. This country was founded on people doing what they believed in. We should stand up for what we believe in.

My point of this post is not to carry the torch into washington, but to light the fire initially. we alone cannot do anything, but together we can do so much.

Feel free to flame or mock. I believe we have the power to change. Also feel free to spread the word, or write a letter, and just tell them how you feel, and why you think it would be a good idea.

Strength in numbers. We are a large group of people with a lot of influence in this.

sr20 skyline

EVILS14 — 2009-10-22T20:58:57-08:00

i was on importtuner.com today and i ran across this article i want you guys to look at http://www.importtuner.com/fea....html

Kaizo Update : Two R34's and an R32 Seized : Owner cars

tyndago — 2009-10-03T15:08:21-08:00

http://gtrusa.blogspot.com/200....html

Buying a skyline with no title

Blue_33032 — 2009-09-30T21:28:48-08:00

Im thinking of buying a skyline shell with no engine or tanny for 4G's but the skyline has no titile. Im thinking of swapping the vins from my 240 but I dont know if its going to work out.

Get in here, gang!

Gold Digger — 2009-09-27T20:41:38-08:00

NICO has just brought on board a full time powder coater and ceramic coater. He comes highly reccomended by one of the NICO staff and you can see pictures of his work here.

Let's get this guy some buisness for his great work and turn your somewhat normal Skylines into some great looking eye candy to match your performance mods.

Clicking on the link above will take you to the company's thread in the advertiser marketplace forum.

It doesn't get much better than this, gang. Get on it!

The R36 GTR (r35 GTR) a HUGE PILE OF s***

neobluepill — 2009-11-15T19:24:15-08:00

Why badge The new TT version of the 300zx-350z-370z a skyline? Why would Nissan give in to a marketing department for the 1st time in a major way? Who thinks this car is "cool"? Did the end of group A kill the GTR? How on earth can you people that own these new 300zx tt 2+2 cars think that a paddle shifter is great(Cuz it shifts faster then you can??? If you were one of the ppl that bought this car would you still have bought it if it was labeled the 370z tt 2+2? for the same amount of money or was the $50 badge what did it? What story's did salesman at the dealership tell you about the blood lines of the car(that don't exist)? Hows that sat nav working out for you? Are you ok that the car is heavier then the 32,33,34,35? Do you ppl that own the car own the newest m3 as a 2nd car? I need answers.
Thank you

...thinking of trading my Y32 Gloria GTU and my S13 Silvia for R32 GTR....

Koshin — 2009-09-24T11:38:10-08:00

like the title says...I have an opportunity to trade my '94 Gloria and my '91 Silvia K's for an R32 GTR...its a '93, R34 N1 motor, Nismo LMGT2's and coilovers....just bolt ons other than that...pretty clean

Im very up in the air about this whole thing only becasue I like my s13 so much....It runs well and is every bit as fast an the GTR is right now...I know the potential of the GTR's is greater but....

opinions...

Thanks

Consolodated sticky threads. FIRST TIME POSTERS READ FIRST!!!

Gold Digger — 2009-09-23T07:53:09-08:00

To clean up the forum a bit, I have taken it upon myself to merge all the relevant stickies into one thread. If you are a first time poster and do not follow the guidelines set forth, you's posts will be moved/deleted as I see fit.

Thanks.

Want to buy a Skyline. Read here.

Tell us your love for the Skyline here.
Think of it as your intro post here in the forum.

Some mission objectives about the Skyline forum commnity are here.

Questions concearning the RB engine, read here.

Own a Skyline and want to be Ride Of The Month, read here.

Want to have your car seen by millions on the web? Check out this thread, and see what you need to do.

AutoSelect GTR 35 (587.5 ps) Dry Carbon parts + Alcon FR 6 Pot

MICHAEL_JORDAN — 2009-09-26T04:25:28-08:00

AutoSelect GTR 35 (587.5 ps) Dry Carbon parts + Alcon FR 6 Pot (by EF100 2.8L IS Macro)
More Photo:
http://www.fotop.net/ahtai80/Car_Photo

More Photo:
http://www.fotop.net/ahtai80/Car_Photo

GTS25T post purchase update

RabidClock — 2009-09-26T12:29:41-08:00

Well it's been a few weeks since I got my 1996 GTS25T and I have to say, I love it even more than the day I bought it. This has got to be the most fun I've ever had just driving a car - and in Okinawa where the local populace drives like they're 90 freaking years old, that's saying a lot. I especially enjoy taking it out on the expressway where sadly the fastest I can hope to get it up to without large fines and the loss of my license is 120kph. While I can't enjoy the top end as much as I like, frequent empty intersections really let me explore the versatility of the single turbo on the RB25DET. I know everyone thinks that the GTR is the end all, be all of Skylines - but I must say having a rear wheel driven car with HICAS and plenty of horsepower behind it is amazing. And the RB26DET isn't too far ahead when it comes to upgrades and bolt ons, in fact I would say it's lacking compared to what available to the 25.

Sadly it seems living in Okinawa with the rates the local landlords charge gaijin is too much for me to handle. I'm going to be leaving Okinawa, and with it the fun I've had driving around. But not all is doom and gloom; I've decided to send back some 'parts' to assemble and drive on the track for when I get home .

Uniquely powered R34 Skyline

tyndago — 2009-09-20T11:12:58-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3etFKjGiibc

NICO stickers

nissangirl74 — 2009-09-30T07:44:47-08:00

Ok everyone, the NICO stickers showed up today.

Whoever wants some, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to me and I'll get them out to you.

The first 5 are free. After that, they are 50 cents each.

Becky Childs
16473 W El Cortez Place
Surprise, AZ 85387

Size: 1" x 4"

Is tradecarview.com aka usedjdm.com legit

musclehunter34 — 2009-09-27T07:31:37-08:00

Ive been talking to this guy from tradecarview.com aka usedjdm.com for a few days now and he assures me that this stuff is legit and i think i believe him. Just wanted to ask the forum if anyone heard any bad things about them or if they are truly awsome. He says he can legalize it for street use in the US and his cars are a 100% legit. please help me with knowledge!(need to know soon im about to buy an R-34 skyline from him)

My R32 GTR

STR8E180 — 2009-10-20T10:57:24-08:00

Nissan Skyline R32 GTR

Engine
HKS step1 camshafts ( 264 intake / 272 exhaust )
HKS adjustable camgears
HKS inlet manifold gasket
CP Pistons
SplitFire coil packs
Gates timing belt
cometic head gasket
custom P20 tool steel heat treated billet CNC machined oil pump
R33 RB26 crank shaft
external oil return lines from cylinder head to sump
Garrett GT35R Ball Bearing turbo with Anti Surge compressor housing and .78 divided (twin scroll) exhaust housing
Garrett Turbo Heat bag for turbo exhaust housing
TiAL 44mm external wastegate
screamer pipe
custom steampipe Twin Scroll Manifold to suit divided exhaust housing
custom dump pipe + front pipe
hi flow 3inch cat
X force cat back exhaust system
115mm intercooler
custom aluminum intercooler piping
custom intake pipe
custom air box
greddy blow of valve
custom catch can
N1 water pump
aluminium radiator

Fuel System
SARD fuel reg
SARD 800cc injectors
Bosch 023 fuel pump

Management
Power FC D jetro
Power FC commander

Suspension and Brakes
cusco coil overs with swift springs
hicas lock bar
EndLess VN front pads
EndLess brake fluid

DriveTrain
HKS triple plate clutch
HKS fly wheel

Interior
Recaro SR3 Passenger & Driver side
Blitz ID3 boost controller
Gizzmo shift light
Defi style boost gauge
Greddy remote control boost switch

Exterior
CR KAI 18 X 9.5 +12 BRONZE
Nismo side skirts and Nismo rear pods

POWER: 360kw @ 19psi

Buying an R32 GTR and need HELPPP!!!!

Justin Duncklee — 2009-09-16T19:16:35-08:00

Hey guys.

I'm hopefully trading my 240 for a R32 GTR. Now, the guy is saying that it has a 2002 GTR motor in it. My first question is how do I tell that it actually is a 2002 motor?? is there a serial number I can look at? or something different about the motors? Anything I can check would be helpful to insure its actually a 2002 motor.

Also, He has it titled as a Skyline, how do I check to make sure its legitely titled??

It has some rear end damage... so I need to replace the entire bumper/ taillight supports, etc. He has all the parts. Just wondering if anyone here had any experience with this and could help me out. I know how to do body work and weld. I've just never done something this extensive.

Is there anything else I should check for before buying?

I'm going to start it up and let it idle for about 30 minutes, make sure everything is working right.

Thanks for any help, and any buying advice i can get.

Looking for time control unit, Skyline 1983, niles parts co.

swblom — 2009-09-17T06:13:43-08:00

Hi,

I am new on this forum and start with a question. Hope someone can answer.

My Father drives a 1981 Datsun Laurel in the Netherlands. He bought the car when it was new and drove over 1.300.000 km with it.

Now he is stuck since the time control unit got broken. I am trying to help him find a new one. The part is made by Niles Parts Company and has the partnumber 2855001L17 on it. I found that this part is also used in a Nissan Skyline, 1983.

Can anyone help me get this part? Perhaps give me the adress of a company, whatever.

Thanks in advance,

swblom

Check out Red Line Oil / Stillen Tarmac Rally-Spec GT-R (Testing Video)

PostRelease — 2009-09-14T13:51:32-08:00

GT-R Testing Video on Red Line Oil Website

Stillen, Road & Track, and Red Line Oil are campaigning the first tarmac rally-spec Nissan GT-R on some of the most challenging country roads in North America in the 2009 Targa Newfoundland. The race is currently underway with Steve Millen at the wheel and Road & Track road test editor Mike Monticello navigating.

Red Line assembled an interesting piece on the car's construction including which Red Line products were used in the project, as well notes on weight reduction, bodywork, AP Racing's brake project, and more. In testing, the car ran 0-60 in 2.9 seconds..

To see how the GT-R was prepped for the race, along with regular Rally updates, check out the Nissan GT-R story at RedLineOil.com. You will also find a new Red Line application chart with the most popular Nissan fitments.

Click here to check out the Nissan GT-R story at RedLineOil.com.

Red Line Oil / Stillen GT-R: 0-60 in 2.9 seconds

Red Line Oil / Stillen GT-R: Red line Oil ester-synthetic 0W40 Motor Oil
[url=http://www.postrelease.com/ServePRCLick.aspx?id=17320][/url]

This PostRelease� is part of an advertiser-supported program that sponsors NICOclub. This program delivers relevant news and announcements as posts within the NICOclub forum.

2010 U.S. Skyline Owners Meet Planning

Vandrel — 2009-09-13T17:38:19-08:00

This year we kicked off our 1st annual meet as a organized group and had a fairly good attendance being it was the first of it's kind. While we were there I spoke to the owners of ZDAYZ to allow us Skyline guys to tag along and be included in the show and events. So next year (2010) we're hoping for a even better meet with lots more Skylines.

Details and event coordination is being discussed and updated here,

Asmar's 1994 Nissan Skyline GT-R

Asmar — 2009-11-04T21:20:27-08:00

Pictures and updates of my 1994 Nissan Skyline GT-R will be posted on this thread. Enjoy.

When I first got the car:

Stay tuned for more pictures and updates to come...

Modified by Asmar at 7:20 PM 9/10/2009

Skyline forum: Getting to know you

Gold Digger — 2009-09-12T19:24:01-08:00

So, we seem to have some regular members that are posting in here now, but we only seem to know you by your handle. Let's put a name to your face and a brief background into your car history.

Name: Neal

I have owned 3 other Nissans prior to my GT-R. All have been great cars, especially my bone stock 97 Altima GLE. That car was a great car and it ran to almost 200k miles. The girl I sold it to (family friend) was hit by another driver and it was totaled.

Anyway, now you know me...who are you?

P.S. If you are active/reserve military, you get a free custom title under your user name.
Let me know what you want, and I'll add it for you.

New member saying hey...

Levelride — 2009-09-07T18:24:33-08:00

My name is Tommy and I live in Oregon... Basically I am here to get another outlet for parts and that's pretty much it... Sorry to be blunt but I don't want to shovel any sh*t...

Mulling over GTR buy in Korea

Irishpilot — 2009-09-18T09:52:07-08:00

Hello! I'm military and just arrived in Korea a few weeks ago. I've been looking for a car, and I stumbled across a 1992 GTR R32 Skyline. After much exhausting reading from this awesome site, I've deamed it a car that would be fun to drive in Korea and not to try and take to the U.S.

With that said, I have no idea what the the price should be and whether it would be worth buying just for a year of driving in Korea. This is a quote from the online post:

R34 N1 turbo's (good for 500awhp) *Engine and turbos replaced last year *All wheel drive *all wheel steering *Power FC with hand held (after market ECU) *Boost, exhaust temp, oil temp, oil pressure, air/fuel ratio gauges *bride full race bucket seat *new paint job *glove box has turbo timer, lap counter and gauges built into a carbon fiber face plate *upgraded Greddy intercooler pipine *new race radiator and thermastat *panasport 2 peice rims

The car needs a new front bumper. Any help and/or advice would be greatly appreciated as I don't want to make a bad decision here. Thanks in advance!

Got my Skyline

RabidClock — 2009-09-07T18:35:07-08:00

It's not the fastest being a GTS25T, but it's clean and solid. I need to take it to an independent shop to look it over, but it came with a 2 year JCI, and it hasn't been on Okinawa for more than a couple of months. It's a 1996 sitting at around 90,000km.

I'll get better pictures when I get my camera and get the car detailed. It rained a lot yesterday so it's already dirty.

Canada to USA

Asmar — 2009-09-01T21:19:24-08:00

Searched around but didn't find an answer to this... I have a '94 R32 GT-R that is legally registered in BC, Canada. I was wondering if I would be able to drive it WA, USA? I heard you can't bring in these cars because USA won't allow it. Does anyone know more about this? If I could bring it into WA, USA, how long can it stay in WA, USA before it has to go back to BC, Canada?

r32 front clip question need some help!!!

al240 — 2009-09-07T00:28:30-08:00

how much should i pay for r32 finders,headlights,hood,and front bumper but on the low low$$

Nissan Skyline BOV from 2Fast2Furious

lilmartian09 — 2009-09-11T23:50:45-08:00

Anyone know what type of BOV was used for the Nissan Skyline In 2Fast2Furious

1994 R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R Slammed w/ BBS WHeels

xknowonex — 2009-09-09T23:53:37-08:00

Is it possible to buy

rb28z2 — 2009-09-01T06:12:08-08:00

Is it possible to buy parts from the the z tune engine better known as z2? I have searched all over the web and can't find anything on it. I'm aware of what block and head but internals are literally impossible to find. Just wondering if it was. Thanks.

R33 pictures

S13 brunnem — 2009-09-09T00:01:46-08:00

I like the tread of the GTR's I wanted to post some pictures of all the R33's.

Transponder key R34

Team addiction — 2009-10-14T18:06:39-08:00

Hello all,
New guy here with a new project
We have a 2000 Skyline R34 here at the shop that is in need of some help. The car was originally a jump car from the F&F movie so it isnt in the best shape ever But is a nice promotional piece.

Apparently the car needs a "Transponder key" as I believe the ECU has an immobilizer feature and is not running the fuel pump at least. Car will crank over however Im told. (Im just getting into this project) From what I understand this is how it works without the transponder key.

It appears the local Nissan dealer here might be able to make a key but not reprogram it
SO Im digging for suggestions anyone gone through this before in the US?? Id really rather get a good key for it. But have considered just running a whole new engine management system. Which would solve any running problems. Kind of a PITA when I just need a key. But as the car was a "stunt car" it has been hacked up a little.
Thanks for any help guys. Ill be lurking abit from time to time researching these cars a bit.

Sean Morris, getting you busted!

DriftTuners.com — 2009-10-04T18:51:28-08:00

Yup that�s right, the very guy who most look up too on here, rats you out so you lose your JDM import, and your investment. What do you mean? Well he states it himself on his own website, with hopes of high Google ranking because he uses blogspot.com as a host. If you tell him you have a Skyline or any other import he will go to the authorities and tell them, yes, the very same guy who states he is protecting and educating you about importing, also the same guy active in the forums to get info on who you are and your import. Look for yourself, he said it.

QUOTE FROM SEAN MORRIS
"I am sure they don't want anyone investigating that car. I can point some authorities in the right direction, and tell them what to look for if you insist its legal.�

http://gtrusa.blogspot.com/200....html

I'm sure that you don't want your hard earned savings and your dream of owing a JDM to come to a end, keep the details to yourself because it might come back on you... Well according to Sean Morris that is. Is he here for your benefit? or is he working with the Government to find all of you who imported a JDM? I wonder myself...

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 6:18 AM 8/28/2009

What i posted, think about it! Why are you not proactive

DriftTuners.com — 2009-09-09T08:14:11-08:00

Why is it that in Canada they have the 15 year rule just like we have the 25 year rule and in some provinces in Canada have more strict rules for imports just like here in the U.S. like Florida vs Cali but in Canada they don't have the feds running around seizing cars and in fact regardless of the all the rules/laws of different provinces the federal government in Canada called Transport Canada let the cars in even if the destination province has high import rules but in the U.S. the Federal Government is over riding what the 50 states are doing. Florida doesn�t give a s*** about the cars so how can you violate an EPA rule if the car is in Florida that doesn�t require emissions testing. You can't violate a law that doesn�t exists in your state can you? Therefore it would be unnecessary to Federalize a car that is in a state where most of the federalizing process/work doesn�t apply to the state for which the car will be registered. Again if the Feds say well the car has to pass emissions even in Florida because the car owner can then travel to Cali to visit and therefore violates the smog, clean air act. So I guess we should stop border travel from Canada because how many cars including someone who wants to visit the U.S. in his R32 violate the clean air act at the time of the visit. Doesn�t make sense. The fact of the matter is it has nothing to do with emissions nor safety, it�s about protecting the local auto makers. Common sense would say that a 25 year old car is not more safe for the street or emissions then importing a newer car from Japan like the R35 etc.. So let�s continue� Even though I�m going to talk about Canada at this point the topic is very similar to the U.S. BTW Anyone in Cali doesn�t need to have a Skyline pass the clean air act if the motor is swaped with a North American produced engine. (2JZ, SR20DET etc.)

1. The Government Should Protect The Consumer's Right To Choose
One of the many examples that most closely resembles this issue is satellite television.
It is currently illegal to even subscribe to a US satellite provider.

What does this have to do with the 15-Year Rule? We believe the answer is simple, local television and satellite providers have lobbied our government to ensure they face less competition and gain more market share. Simply put, the television providers are doing their best to keep a strangle hold on our near-monopoly in television providers.

If you could buy better and cheaper satellite from the US, you probably would right?

The same example applies to the importation of used cars from Japan and abroad.
Car dealerships have lobbied our government in order to stop even 15-Year old cars in better shape than cars available locally from arriving on our shores.
2. Safety Is Not The Issue

Transport Canada and some other Insurance Agencies (namely ICBC) have tried to say their main issue and concerns with JDM Japanese Used Car Imports are "safety" which is their explanation for why the car must be 15 years or older, or for the proposed change to 25 years.

This to us does not make any sense for the consumer or under any kind of logic, unless you are a company or organization who stands to benefit by having less cars on the market.

All of the imports coming in have met the safety standards in their own country and most come with equivalent safety features that cars from our market had 15 years ago. Further, in comparison to some cars that were already available in Canada, some of the JDM (Japanese) counterparts had enhanced safety features such as Traction Control Systems (TCS) of which till this day no North American model has had. A good example is some JDM Integra's having traction control whereas no Integra in North America ever had it.

Even if one can argue that 15 year old or 25 years old Japanese cars are really unsafe, why would you allow them? We know the stand point of the TC (Transport Canada) that they believe restricting the importation of such cars deters people from wanting to import such cars but does it make sense?

The bottom line to us, is that if the older JDM cars are not deemed safe enough by our government then they should let much newer vehicles into this country, ones that have even better safety standards than the old ones and likely more safety features than the current North American models. However, this was never an idea, option or a proposal in the legislation change, their only proposal is to increase the age limit to 25 years, thus making it nearly impossible to import a decent JDM car.

What's more is that the average JDM car that is 15 years old is in better condition, has less mileage and is overall safer than a 15 year old used car on our local market.

If we go further, many countries in Europe and Asia allow a mixture of local and import cars of LHD and RHD on the road with no evidence or studies proving that their domestic or imports differ in their crash or safety statistics.

So if safety is the only complaint the government has and there is a way to resolve it by allowing newer JDM cars which are certainly much safer, why don't they? The answer is pretty obvious, and although our government has a duty to protect our economy, it must also understand that in our democracy and free market, consumers have the right to choose the best car for their money, rather than the dealerships having the right to sell the worst car for the most amount of money.

3. There Is No Reliable Proof That These Cars Pose Any Danger
Of all the countries who have a mixture of local and imported cars, it's only ICBC that has come to the conclusion that RHD imports supposedly pose a danger. In 2007 they released a report which they admit is certainly not conclusive that supposedly RHD Imports are at a higher risk of a crash.

However, there are many discrepancies in this report and the Imported Vehicles Owners Association of Canada (IVOAC) and others have found many causes for concern in ICBC's report, thus demanding the raw data of the statistics under the Freedom of Information Act.

To summarize, ICBC made no effort to ensure the comparison between imported and domestic cars was unbiased and accurate. For example, it is well known that high performance cars such as Mustang's, BMWs, Ferrari's, Viper's etc are much more likely to be in a crash, however it appears their study compared the performance monster, Nissan Skyline to cars such as the Nissan Sentra (a small and slow family sedan). In fact, any study that was conducted in such a manner is bound to be inaccurate considering that the majority of cars being imported tend to be high performance, turbocharged cars which by their very nature would account for a higher accident rate, just as local performance cars are more likely to be involved in an accident.

This is just at a first glance but one can see how any study based on such a premise is inherently flawed.
ICBC later admitted to the press that the study is not conclusive or perfect, yet for some reason they released it knowing the implications it would have on the owners of JDM Imports. What's more is that many other insurance agencies began to refuse to insure such vehicles, citing ICBC's flawed study as the reason, a result which ICBC must have known would occur as a result of the study.

As far as anyone can tell, the only motivation to release such a flawed study would be to devalue and further deter people from purchasing and importing more JDM cars to compete with the local market. As most people are aware of, with the onslaught of cheaper American cars, local car dealerships are doing their best to deny warranties and ensure people are deterred from bringing cars from the United States in order to protect their marketshare.

4. Most Countries Do Not Restrict Imported Cars

There are few countries who have such tight restrictions on the importation of vehicles and in fact many countries such as Kenya depend on JDM Imports because they are known for their value, reliability and safety. They also commissioned local Japanese agencies to ensure the cars being exported are safe. In reality, Japan has far more controls and safety regulations to ensure their used cars are road worthy, this is known as Shaken and it is a strict safety test to ensure the car is in proper and safe working condition.

Even the way the Japanese auction their cars is more honest and accurate compared to North American car auctions, where every scratch and sign of an accident or repair is reported and disclosed regardless of the total damage.
5. The 15-Year Law or Proposed Changes Only Benefit Dealerships
We hope that anyone reading this has come to the very obvious conclusion that the only interest in disallowing such cars to be imported is not in the interest of the public or the consumer. This appears to be another desperate move by the car industry to maintain their profits and marketshare on a very tough market.

If safety is the issue with these cars then the government should not allow such old vehicles to be imported. It makes sense to only allow 10 year old cars in and to allow the newest cars from Japan to directly enter our shores which would instantly alleviate and resolve any outstanding or debatable concerns on safety.

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 3:51 AM 8/28/2009

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 4:17 AM 8/28/2009

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 6:57 AM 8/28/2009

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 6:58 AM 8/28/2009

Modified by DriftTuners.com at 7:00 AM 8/28/2009

Importing Skylines to USA (i know, i know)

WideOpen — 2009-10-03T10:52:07-08:00

Love the forums, first time poster. I don't want any flaming, no bs. If people start flaming i will leave and figure it out on my own. I would just like some input because this is about the most respectable forum I have found. Lets keep it that way.
My friend and I have about $800,000 to start up an importing business. Its set in stone. We started different companies but we are working together. We are trying to pick up where motorex f-ed everything up. No s*** get this rolling again.
I have all the crash test dockets so I dont need info about that. Ive read your 90 year, 19 page long post on importing skylines. Very good info, sooo much great info on there. Thank you so much AZhitman and Gold Digger and to all those who have posted. I know everything that was said there, so lets not repeat ourselves too much. Lets not make this into a discussion about how it won't ever happen. Help us make it happen.
I got the rb26dett obd-II. I have a first class MECP (Never took masters test, because my shop I used to work at didn't really care and I never went for it.). But it wasnt that hard for the OBDII mod with using an aftermarket ECU and wiring. Now my questions are. Does the stock ecu/wiring (So it stays NISSAN) need to be modded for OBDII to pass regulations, or can you make your own ecu? My friend that is doing this with me actually programs his own ecus using daughterboards, flashing, etc... We have the obdII figured out on a 240 with rb26.
Now sorry if this is hard to follow, I only have a few mins to get 5 years of info out of my head.
We were thinking on getting a 1 year visa, going to another country and finishing our r33 gtr over there so it will completely pass federally with USA, so when we bring it here it will be done and we don't need to worry about the 120 day bs. Once we sell a few r33's and start making some profit we would like to crash test r-34's (No need for r32's, by the time we get it done they will be legal here).

-To pass EPA can it be a home made ecu/wiring harness, or does it have to be a modded skyline ecu/harness?
-Is there any way we could bypass crash testing r34's and try and get Nissan Japan to release their crash test data to us? We will then hire the engineers to make the car to USA standards. That would eliminate a lot of BS, speed up the process, and save millions.

We are really at a standstill, we don't even know what questions to ask. Our brains are done, seriously done. We've figured out the emissions, kind of... We still don't know if our ecu/wiring will be legal, because its not Nissan. Now about going for the VIN numbers we are working with lawyers to get us the rights like motorex to make our own. Don't worry about how we made it OBDII, we are actually thinking of releasing harness/ecu combos once we work out all our problems and get the rb26's legal. So people who have RB 240's etc can run obdII and not worry about John Law.

What we need is any info, past experiences, or any advice at all to help us get the ball rolling. Long story short, to get the skyline off the blacklist, and start selling them FEDERALLY legal. We are not trying to steal peoples ideas at all. We just want to finally get Skylines off the blotter and keep it that way.

saw new R35 GT-R at car show,and had to take some pics.

atricky — 2009-09-06T23:52:53-08:00

We went to a car show at the end of June it was great to see the new R35 GTR out and about,on the Nissan stand i grabbed the chance to sit inside one,until the one day when it becomes an old car that i can actually own one.

new member,skyline owner saying hi.

atricky — 2009-09-05T23:54:13-08:00

Hi iam a new member just saying hi,I live near to Nottingham in the UK and drive an R33 Spec 2 Nissan Skyline,before i had the R32 Skyline.

Front axels

Evo_bill — 2009-08-23T03:46:49-08:00

I blow an axle boot in the front, r33 gtr

1. what is the replacement boot for the front axle? does 300zx use same boots?
2. what is the replacement axle for r33 gtr? does it share axles with another make in the US? 300zx? 240...

Hypothetical Question

Sean7326 — 2009-08-23T03:14:24-08:00

R32 and R34 Skylines are Banned by the US govt for legal use on the streets except on a couple cases. Everyone here should know how to get one in the country (remove doors, hood, engine/trans, trunk lid, front and rear bumpers) cause then its not a "car". Kit cars are legal and considered as cars that are not mass produced by manufacturer. Heres the question: If I were to bring in an R32 Skyline (doesn't have to be a GT-R) w/ everything removed: doors, hood, trunk lid, front and rear bumpers, but leave the RB and trans and build it w/ a 2jz or 1jz (some might say blasphemy but IDC) would that be a loophole that the Feds can't touch it?

All new visitors to the Skyline forum, please read before posting.

Gold Digger — 2009-09-23T07:56:55-08:00

I would like to set some things straight about NICO and our Skyline community.

I have talked to other people outside of the forums who are non-members of NICO, but hear other stories about how we "don't have the right information" concearning Skyline importation.

While we may not know exactly everything, we know a great deal more than most other forums.

I also want to stress that we are in no way against owning a grey market/illegal Skyline, but we just want to make sure that people who are contemplating buying a car like the Skyline are aware of any/all obsticles that may bring themselves to light.

It seems that we always get threads asking if such and such is a legal way to bring in a Skyline from outside the U.S. And no matter how much we try to reason with people, it seems that they know all the answers, even though, they were the ones asking the questions.

We encourage people to have their voices heard on the current legislation preventing the legal importation of Skylines and try to get things changed. Masses can make a differences, but trying to circumvent laws will only hinder our progress.

Let it be known that, as of right now, it's pretty much impossible to get a legally imported Skyline into the U.S. While the 1996-1998 R33 is on the list of eligible cars for importation, there is still the hang-up of the OBD II system/ECU/engine.

For what it's worth, I feel for you guys there in the U.S., I really do. But the more you try to do things the wrong way, the harder it will be to get things done the right way in the future.

Also, please be sure to read the following article about Skyline importation.

Thanks for reading,
Gold Digger.

R34 and R35 size comperison

KG300ZXTT — 2009-08-21T06:45:52-08:00

Check this out I seen a R34 next to a S14 and it looked huge so imagine the R35 next to a S14

R33 GT

RabidClock — 2009-09-07T23:41:07-08:00

So I think I've tracked down my first Skyline. It's not a GTR, and I'm not too sure what it is to be honest. I'm pretty sure it's just a GTS25T, but I thought I'd get your opinions. I probably won't do anything crazy with this, just use it for my daily driver until I find a R32 GTR vspec that I like.
http://www.okinawayardsales.co...00305
I'll probably go take a look at it on the 24th (will move to Okinawa on the 22nd). Speaking of the vspec, what year did those start for the R32's, 1991?

EDIT: Nevermind, finally got word back from the guy, it's non turbo :/ Not such a good deal any more with the GTST's going for just a little more, or R32 GTRs going for 500,000Y

Modified by RabidClock at 1:37 PM 8/18/2009

HELP PLEASE

djstatistics — 2009-08-18T16:00:31-08:00

Alright so I recently purchased a SKYLINE BNR32 from japan. But I'm located in cali, where its illegal because of smog emissions. But once I have to car shipped here, I have made plans with a shipping company to ship it to my house. Would the feds still have to deal with me until I have it registered? or can i plop it in my garage until I have to money to register it? because i heard it was a s*** load of money? Please help me out here.

DJ STATISTICS

saw a skyline for the first time an a 1

toreyki — 2009-10-16T23:09:45-08:00

i saw the car and i almost passed out, i was like omg a skyline!!

Modified by toreyki at 10:53 AM 8/16/2009

Just to LoL and compare

Mochapanda — 2009-08-14T20:56:20-08:00

I'm from New Zealand and man, after reading through this forum, i wish you guys can have skylines as easy as us here
coz honestly:

R32 at this price: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...2.htm

R32GTR: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...1.htm

R33 at this price: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...2.htm

R33GTR: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...1.htm

R34 at: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...5.htm

R34GTR Tuned at this: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade...2.htm
(Non tuned goes for $55,000 NZD)

but yeah, i thought i just want to throw this out there ~O~
coz skyline in NZ is everywhere

Calling all Kaizo car owners, look here!

Vandrel — 2009-08-14T07:54:31-08:00

Some new developments have occured in the Kaizo mess that fired up back in June. We are going to need everyone and their mom to fight this, please contact me via email, vandrel@skylineownersusa.com

R32 GTR need your opinion

keniz951 — 2009-08-14T09:25:29-08:00

i came across an r32 gtr from this site, and i was talking to this person through email from the site. the car worth $6000 and they told me that theyll ship it to the house. with paper. temp tag. and register. ready to drive for another $7000.
but from motorex r32 gtr worth around 30g with papers and ready to drive...
so yeah. so what do you guys think? is this guy bs?
what is temp tag anyway?

Found a 1990 GTR

cobmw — 2009-08-22T13:56:00-08:00

Found a 1990 GTR with the DOT bond release (showing Motorex as the RI) , the California Burea of Automotive Repair sticker and the safety laws conformance plate. But it still has the blue vin plate and the 11 digit vin number. My state (Colorado) tells me vehicles imported after 1981 should have the 17 digit vin number. The car has been registered in two states up to now. But I''m afraid that if I buy the car and try to register it in CO that the motor vehicle dept will flag my paperwork and send me for a vehicle inspection at the state patrol office. I already talked to the state patrol people and they said that if the vehicle gets sent there I will need the DOT certificate of conformance which the seller does not have.

In addition I worry that the state patrol people will start to look over the car. The car still has a Japan windshield, headlights and bumper. Either Motorex neglected to put these items on the car or they were switched back to Japaneese equipment later.

So where do I go from here? How does one get a new 17 digit vin number? If I can get a new vin the car will never be seen by the state patrol and the lack of upgrades will not be discovered.

Or if the new vin is impossible to get then how costly is it for me to do the upgrades and let the state patrol inspect the car? I am financially able to handle a lot of grief, but I don't want to fight with bureaucrats for the next couple of years.

Thanks for any help.