Allan's 1989 BNR32

[Allan74]

Well, here she is. My 1989 Skyline GTR.

http://gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/my_gtr_side_pass1.jpg
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What's done currently ?
- HKS Open 'Green Mushroom' Filters.
- ASI oversized aluminium Radiator, Clutch fan removed.
- Full Veilside Titanium 3.5" Exhaust including Titanium Downpipe.
- BNCR33 Twin Turbos.
- Trust 3.5" Intercooler w/Trust Hard Piping Kit.
- OEM ECU, OEM MAFs, running .9 BAR Boost on OEM solenoid.
- OSG Twin Plate Clutch.

- Gab Sport Adjustable Coilovers.
- Cusco Front and Rear Strut Bars.
- Misc 'JDM' Suspension pieces (that will be repalced soon with all new AMS stuff)

- 18x9.5 +12 Desmond Marquis Promoda Wheels, 275/35/18 Rubber.

- Nismo/N1 Front Bumper, Hood lip, Skirts, Rear Spats, Chibi.
- unknown FRP Vented Hood w/Pins.
- unknown 'Bullet' mini Mirrors (soon to be replaced with OEM, as these are useless)

The car put down 340HP/290ft.lbs at the wheels on Toma's Mustang Dyno here in Calgary and runs very well still.

Unfortunately, not much done to it yet. I have a ton of stuff in the works and a pile of parts etc, but haven't had time to really get down to work.

Current Build List....Stuff I have bought that is ready to go:

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Shortblock:
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- Used STD 05U Block, Running w/#6 Ring Damage, Line-Hone/Deck/Machine to +1mm
- New Nissan OEM R34 RB26 Forged Crankshaft.
- New Nissan OEM Crankshaft Timing Gear, Washers/Spacer, Fasteners etc.
- New ATI 1,000 HP 7" Super Damper Harmonic Balancer (#917752).
- New Manley 121.5mm Pro Series "Turbo Tuff" I-Beam Rods w/Upgraded ARP 3.5 Fasteners.
- New 87mm (+1mm) CP Forged Pistons, CP Molly Rings, CP 21mm Wrist Pins.
- New ACL Race Series ConRod and Main/Thrust Bearings, STD.
- New Nissan OEM Crank Cradle/Main Cap Bolts.
- New Tomei 1.5mm Oil Restrictor.
- New Nissan N1 Water Pump.
- New Tomei Oil Pump.

- New Custom RIPS Racing 4WD 7+L Racing Sump/Oil Pan.
- New Nismo 1.5 Way Front Limited Slip Differential.

Cylinder Head:
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- Used Cylinder Head from Running '#6 Ring Damage Motor' to Deck/Machine/Port/Polish.
- New Manley +1mm Oversized Stainless Steel ProFlo Int & Ex Valves.
- New Manley Pro Valve Springs, Titanium Retainers, Locks.
- New Nissan RB26 OEM Valve Spring Seats (Manley recommended).
- New Yonaka Motorsports Valve Stem Seals.
- New Supertech Manganese Bronze Valve Guides.
- New Tomei ProCams 270/10.25mm Int & Ex Camshafts.
- New Tomei +1mm Oversized Solid Lifters.
- New Tomei Strengthened Cam Cap Studs.

- New Greddy Adjustable Cam Timing Gears.
- New Greddy Strengthened Timing Belt.
- New Nissan OEM Timing Belt Idler, Tensioner & Spring.
- New Tomei 1.2mm x 87mm Metal Head Gasket (#133013).
- New ARP2000 Cylinder Head Stud Kit.

Exhaust, External & Misc. Bolt-Ons:
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- Existing Veilside 3.5" Full Titanium Exhaust.
- Existing Veilside Titanium Downpipe, 3" Dual to 3.5" Single, 1 piece, includes cat delete.
- Used Nissan OEM N1 Oversized Twin Exhaust Manifolds, Modified.
- HKS Twin Devided Dumps (Authentic HKS).
- Garrett/Nismo RS580 Twin Turbos, Steel, 360deg Journal.
- HKS Heavy Duty Actuators/Internal Wastegates.
- New Yonaka Motorsports RB26 Master Rebuild Gasket Set.

Cooling/Intake:
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- New SS Braided Turbo Oil and Water Lines.
- New Custom Oil Separator/Drain System (similar to Nismo's).
- New Greddy Square Aluminium Oil Catch Can.
- New Custom 10AN Billet Block/SS Braided Line Oil Filter Relocation Kit.

- New ASI Oversized Aluminium R32 Radiator.
- New Nismo 1.3 BAR Radiator Cap.
- New Mishimoto R32 Aluminium Shroud/Dual 12" Electric Fan Kit.

- New Greddy Suction/Turbo/Intake Piping Kit.
- New 2 x AEM 21-203DK, 3"x5" DryFlow Cone Filters.
- New Aluminium Custom 80mm MAF Deletes.
- Existing Greddy Intercooler Hard Pipe Kit.
- New Mr.Silicone-UK Suction/IC Couplers, all Black.
- New Blox Billet 9-Port Vacuum Distro/Balance Block, Black.
- Existing 2x Apexi Twin Chamber Blow off valves.


- New Custom Aluminium Single Throttle Body Intake Plenum.
- New 80mm Billet Throttle Body.

Electronics/Management/Monitoring:
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- New AEM EMS (30-1621) Engine Management.
- New AEM UEGO WideBand Kit w/52mm Gauge.
- New AEM Intake Air Temp Sensor.
- New AEM 3.5 BAR MAP Sensor.
- New AEM Boost Control Solenoid.

- New Apexi ECU Harness Extension.

- New Kenne Bell 40A Boost-A-Pump, 17.5v Fuel Pump Controller.
- New Kenne Bell Boost-A-Spark, 20v Ignition Controller.

- Existing 60mm Apexi EL Series II Mech. Boost Gauge.

- Grid TS Dancer 4WD ETS Controller.
- New Extreme TSC ETS Controller.

Fuel System:
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- New Sard 280 LPH In-Tank Pump.
- New Sard 800cc/1.10ms Fuel Injectors.
- New Custom Billet RB26 Fuel Rail.
- Aeromotive "Y" Fuel Distro to Dual Feed Rail.
- New Tomei Type-L Fuel Pressure Regulator.

Drivetrain/Braking:
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- OS Giken Tripple Plate Clutch (TS3B).
- OS Giken HEAVY Flywheel, +4.55 KG Heavier.
- New Nismo Big Clutch Slave Cylinder.
- New Nismo SS Braided Clutch Line.

- New HEL-UK SS Braided Brake Lines.
- New AMS Carbon-Ceramic Sport Brake Pads F & R.
- Existing Front & Rear A/M Solid Rotors & OEM Calipers.

- Existing 18 x 9.5 +12 Desmond Marquis Promoda Forged Wheels.
- Temporary 275/35/18 Nexen Rubber.

Suspension/Stability:
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- New AMS Adjustable Front Upper Control Arms.
- New AMS Adjustable Rear Upper Control Arms.
- New AMS Adjustable Front Tension Rods.
- New AMS Rear Subframe Solid Bushing Kit.
- New KTS HICAS Lock Bar Kit.
- New D-Project Adjustable Rear Traction Rods.
- Existing GAB Sport Adjustable Coil Overs.
- Existing Front & Rear Cusco Strut Bars.

Interior:
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- New Superior-Auto R32 GTR Front & Rear Seat Covers, Black/Carbon.
- New Superior-Auto R32 Door Panel Inserts, Black/Carbon.
- Used Nismo 320KM/H Speedo Gauge Cluster, black.
- New NRG Low-Profile Quick Release Steering Wheel Boss.
- New Tenzo-R Titanium V5 350mm 'D' Steering Wheel.
- New Nismo GT 500 Urethane Shift Knob, Black.
- New Custom Leather Shift & E-Brake Boots, Black.
- New ZPE Interior (Cluster, HVAC) LED Conversion - Red.
- New ZPE Interior Light (Map/Dome) LED Conversion - Clear.

Exterior/Paint Prep:
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- PAINT: I haven't decided on a colour yet.
- New OEM Windshield and Rear Window Seals.
- New Nismo/N1 Front Bumper Vents (to repair my bumper).
- Moonface Rear-Wiper-Motor-Delete Window Plug.
- Re-Add OEM Rear Wing, Exterior to be 'N1/Nismo' Theme.
- Re-Add OEM Side Mirrors as current 'mini mirrors' suck.
- Existing Nismo/N1 Front Bumper, Hood lip, Skirts, Chibi, Trust Rear Spats.
- Existing unknown FRP 'TT' Style Hood.
- New Aerocatch Flush Locking Hood Pins.
- New IHI Group Clear Front Corner/Marker Lights.
- Existing BNR32 N1 Head Lights.

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Anyways, that's it for now.
Allan

[mcfly]

I always liked your rim/tire combo

[Allan74]

I always liked your rim/tire combo

Me too, which is why I was soo sad to find out that they are 18x9.5's instead of 18x10's....the PIMP factor just got cut in half for that alone ! ...lol

[Skym]

I like alot. Tyres / rims, hood, etc work together nicely.

[Oakville]

I don'tknow if its just dirt, but the paint looks like it fades from dark around the bumpers to really bright on your door. It looks awesome with the blacked out rims!

[mcfly]

I don'tknow if its just dirt, but the paint looks like it fades from dark around the bumpers to really bright on your door. It looks awesome with the blacked out rims!

poor Allan:p

[Allan74]

I don'tknow if its just dirt, but the paint looks like it fades from dark around the bumpers to really bright on your door.
Bad camera.....lol
Don't worry, it looks much worse in person...hehe

[Allan74]

Like I have said before, I am building the motor itself, TO HANDLE 1,000+ HP and 9,500 RPM.....although it will most likely never see that. I just want a safe/strong build and I am prepared to spend the cash to get it done - ONCE.
Being that I am staying Low Mount Twin Turbo, the most I could possibly hope for is probably somewhere in the 650-700 WHP range with GT2871's, or perhaps somewhere close to 600 WHP with GT2860R-5's.

It's looking like it's gonna be a long build...lol

Other stuff that is being re-used/staying on the car is:
- Veilside 3.5" Full Titanium Exhaust w/Titanium Downpipe.
- ? ?

I still have way too much stuff left to purchase/order and/or decide on, that seeing a light at the end of the tunnel isn't even considerable at this point.
Allan

[j-ran]

Im a fan of your over-engineering. Whats the point of having one of these cars if you can't beat the shit out of it once in a while... and in your case it sounds like you won't have to worry about breaking any engine parts.

[Allan74]

Oh trust me. I tried to convince myself to cheap out on shit many times just to get it done and if it wasn't for Mcfly constantly giving me shit, I would probably be doing my SECOND rebuild by now, rather than still collecting top shelf parts to do it right the first time.

In this case, I say everyone needs a 'build buddy'....lol......to keep calling them a 'little girl' and telling them to 'stop being a cheap -ass'.....lol

[rb-racer]

oem intake? why?

[Allan74]

oem intake? why?

HUH ?

[rb-racer]

- R32 GTR OEM Air Filter Box & Aftermarket Filter Element.

?

[Allan74]

Yes, I am going to run an OEM modified Air box and quit sucking hot air up from under the hood.

[SuperHatch]

I support that decision, I picked up power and driveability going back to a stock airbox on my Evo VIII from an HKS Racing Suction Intake. Didn't sound as "cool", but I care more about results.

[Skym]

Interesting. I agree.

There's a dynochart floating around the internet showing the kw loss with podfilter on a dyno when bonnet / hood is closed and kw gains when open. I wish I could find it again. :(

Mines ran a stock R34GTR airbox with 600hp+ -

http://www.importtuner.com/features/0711_impp_nissan_skyline_r34_gtr/photo_03.html

So does ths 600hp+ or so R34GTR -

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vhpEGyEVhes/SNbrs-fXFbI/AAAAAAAAA-A/1LZA0gqbAgU/s1600-h/IMG_1830.JPG

[Allan74]

My new Custom Intake Plenum is about to leave the builder's shop, so I had him send me some pics of it before it left, to tie me over until it got here.

I specifically asked the builder to leave it semi-finished and I would put the finishing touches on it once it arrived (clean up, drill out throttle cable hole, sand where needed, clean runners, casting marks, gasket match if needed... etc).

I also specified (as you will notice) that the TOP be 100% clean, as in, NO Vacuum lines, fittings etc. I am hidding everything underneath, as I had him put the holes there. I also had him install an IAT bung in the OEM location (by TB flange, will face block), which most other single TB plenums DO NOT have.

Because I am painting or powdercoating it, I also specified UNPOLISHED so that it did NOT GET SMOOTH.....as I wanted the rough/grainy finish when complted.

All I can say, is that I am very happy with the results. See for yourself:

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/P1161178.JPG

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/P1161179.JPG

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/P1161180.JPG

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/P1161181.JPG

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/P1161183.JPG

[Rapier46]

100% custom?

[Allan74]

100% custom?

No. Mold Cast tank and runner sections, welded together, with layout for accessories and TB flange as I chose.......a little bit custom, definately not 100%.

[Rapier46]

Oh well it looks spiffy. I can't wait to roll together once you've got this car complete. She's gonna haull ASS

[Allan74]

Oh well it looks spiffy.
Don't worry, I will be arranging much closer looks at things for you in the future.

I can't wait to roll together once you've got this car complete.
Remember, I'm an old man with a bad back.....so this Depends on how much work I can talk you into or pay someone to do on it ;)
I pay well (no I don't.....lol)

[Skym]

I like. :)

[rb-racer]

Oh well it looks spiffy. I can't wait to roll together once you've got this car complete. She's gonna haull ASS
he wont be able to keep up with your 1200hp chip

[Rapier46]

Hahaha, lmk when you need help. You know more than me when it comes to the inner engine stuff. I haven't really experienced that stuff yet. Hey this may be my chance to learn that. And what is a way to do it than working on an rb26. I'm not too worried about money as long as I'm doing something I enjoy..

[M13]

Same fabricator as mine!!

Looks great Allan. Damn, should have done the same with my guy. Should have asked him to get the vac hoses down there for me too :(

Oh well, live and learn.

[Allan74]

I'm pretty excited to get the flange squared (if needed), clean it up a bit (runners) then paint that bitch BLACK !

I'm happy I took your advice and bought it from KS ;)

[M13]

Yes you are welcome. It is such a great upgrade for the money. Black will be PIMP.

[nic-skyline]

love the colour man

[BNR32]

Nice plenum, how's the volume and runner length compare to a stock piece?

[Allan74]

Nice plenum, how's the volume and runner length compare to a stock piece?

I actually don't have it yet, as it's still in transit.

I will get more infoa nd pics once it arrives and I can see it first hand.

[mcfly]

I'm curious, how are you going to go about bolting it on

[Allan74]

I'm curious, how are you going to go about bolting it on

What do you mean ?

[mcfly]

the plenum to the head. As it sits right now you have throttle bodies in the way and 3 inch studs if you remove those

[Allan74]

Remove the ITB's, then use shorter studs ?

Or are you wondering if I am going to gut the ITB's and stack everything for added low speed velocity ?

[mcfly]

maybe those itb spacers on ebay

[Allan74]

I'll see what it costs to get an entire 1 or 2" 'flange' done up, rather than 3 ITB replacement pieces, so I can port match everything easier to the manifold etc.

[Allan74]

My new Rod Bolts showed up today, for my Manley Pro Series 'Turbo-Tuff' I Beams.
Now, they are indestructable........literally.

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/manley_arp35.jpg

[Allan74]

Plenum came in today. All pics look the same as page 2 of this thread, except for 1 correction.
GTRPWR Forums

I am happy to report that the shitty flange weld was corrected (see page 2, looks like it was welded by a retard).

Here is the result:
http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/flange.jpg

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/flange-2.jpg

My throttle body bolts on, it opens/closes without obstructions.....I am happy.

[mcfly]

leak free?

[Rapier46]

Looks horny, but I'm failing to see these retard welds you speak of?

[Allan74]

Looks horny, but I'm failing to see these retard welds you speak of?

How's this?

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/flange-before.jpg

Compared to this:

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/Plenum/flange.jpg

See it now ?

[Allan74]

leak free?

From what I can tell so far. I will fill it up with water and see what happens, or seal it up and pump it full of compressed air/coloured smoke to see for sure, although nothing has given me any reason to think it requires it.

It looks pretty good though and I can not any signs of 'points of concern', thin spots or bad welds. Overall, it looks good and I consider it money well spent.

I am however going to 'clean it up' in terms of tru-ing the head flange, polishing the runners internally, as well as drilling out the mounting holes for whatever TB cable I choose to go with.....which was all part of the plan from the beginning, as well as finish it with 'eggshell' black paint and a few coats of clear for protection.....no powdercoat.

This thing is MORE THAN worth the $450 I spent on it .... and I would do it again in a heartbeat if I had to.

To all of the haters out there: Keep hatin' .... and wasting your money on $2000+ USD Plenums for no good reason.

[Rapier46]

Why would someone hate? It's better than most you would buy. Bigger at least.

[Allan74]

Oh, I forgot to add.....

Before I start polishing the runners internally, I am going to take it by one of my Client's shops and have them 'treat' the inside of it with a type of paint/sealant that they use for big Oil/Gas pipeline internals. Fill it up, dump it out and let dry. That's basically it. This will give the inside a nice finish and fill any imperfections in the aluminium, making it a little smoother inside.

[Allan74]

Looks horny, but I'm failing to see these retard welds you speak of?

Because it's not a Jun, Hypertune or any other fancy 'Namebrand' ....and is essentially considered a knock-off.

Cast in China, assembled/welded in Thailand.

[Joker]

NISMO FTW! lol That badge is worth the 2k over what you paid alone :P

[Allan74]

NISMO FTW! lol That badge is with the 2k over what you paid alone :P

WTF is that supposed to mean ?

[Rapier46]

I don't get it either. Did u pay 2k over for a badge Allan? Lol

fuck grammar

[paradox]

I guess he meant to say that the nismo badge is *worth* the 2k over what you paid. I'll give him the benefit of the doubt and go with sarcasm.

[Rapier46]

Nismo badge? I'm too lazy to go back and look...

[paradox]

The nismo badge on a 2k Nismo intake plenum.

[Joker]

WTF is that supposed to mean ?

with=worth. Fixed. *Need more Sarcasm next time*

I hear they go for $2400.

Found one for $2200, plus shipping on Ebay if anyone wants it lol
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Nismo-Intake-Collector-Plenum-NIssan-Skyline-RB26-dett_W0QQitemZ390035690290QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Ca r_Parts_Accessories?hash=item5acff05332

:D

[Allan74]

Trust me, Nismo ITB Plenum was my first choice......unfortunately, I could not find a buyer for any of my vital organs.....so I ended up a little short on cash to buy it, so I went with a run-of-the-mill Single TB Conversion Plenum ;)

[Allan74]

My AEM DryFlo Filters showed up yesterday.
These things are dead sexy and with the black collars I bought, my Greddy Suction kit is going to look fucking PIMP......

Dry (no oil), 0 maintenance, washable if needed.......last a lifetime. Eat shit Apexi !

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/aemdf1.jpg

http://www.gtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwrgtrpwr.com/downloads/pics/aemdf2.jpg

Sorry for the shitty Web Cam shots. YES, THEY ARE BLACK.....

[Zacho]

What size inlet neck are those?

[M13]

How much was that filter Allan?

I watched a few vids on those and it appears that APEXi is phasing out (same old design, no innovation or changes)

After I go blow through MAF I'm going to run 4" all the way from turbo inlet to filter (AEM of course)

[Allan74]

3.25"/82.55mm

They fit nicely on 80mm piping.

They cost me about $125 CAD shipped, for the pair.

[Rapier46]

oh you went with those? cool.