OzzySkyline07

Over it! Didnt insult anyone, just backed my story up. Got the info I needed which helped me make my decision to rebuild on my budget. Cheers to the people that helped. f**k You to the rest

DOUCHE.....BAAAAAAG!

I started the topic over the weekend but I had to wait for the topic to be approved and then for people to start commenting! My car started making a ticking/knocking sound last week when holding revs through each gear while driving. I took it to my local mechanic who checked it out and gave me a fair idea as to what the problem was, but he wasn't 100% sure and recommended I take it to a Jap tuner for them to check it out which took 2 days as they are a busy workshop. I then started the topic while waiting to hear back from CREATD about my options. And at that point I still hadn't approved the start of the rebuild as I was wanting more information on wether to sell it or rebuild it. MOST people on here were very helpful and informative which is what I was after... Not over ego people just out to compare the size of their 'engines'. As I said earlier, my car is a daily driver so I needed it fixed yesterday. If I had the time/knowledge/space and tools then sure, I would have done it for your supposed 3-4k. But dropping in a RB25 requires a engineers certificate which takes time and more money, plus a new ECU... More money. I figured I already have an engine so why buy another one when I can just rebuild mine. I will be fitting the HKS 2530 or 2540 to it, and I think my 6k budget will be well spent in the outcome. So thanks for your input, good and bad. And I'll change the topic to 'RB20 to RB23 rebuild' if that makes you happy... Although the topic name was correct for half of the comments... And then when the rebuild is finished, I'll change it again for you all. Cheers again to the people that have helped.

Yeah that sounds about right. Im shattered I cant afford forged pistons on my budget! What was your conclusion on the cast pistons?

Not 100% sure mate? I asked if they were forged and he said no, but they are a custom piston which he has used in several rebuilds and assured me they will do the job fine. I no he is going to tell me that anyway but CREATD do sound and look pretty solid so fingers crossed!!!

Cheers heaps guys!!! You have all given me heaps to think about! Especially Roy! Although the rebuild is currently underway, I have already started looking into turbos instead of using the r33 standard turbo which was suggested to me as the cheaper alternative for the build. And I wish I had the knowledge to do it all myself! But unfortunately I dont! Nor do I have the time ( The guys at CREATD sound pretty solid so all I can do now is trust that it all turns out ok. ( I will definitely be upgrading the turbo tho, The HKS 2530 sounds like the goods tho!) They are meant to be sending me some pics of the build as it goes along, and I will be heading in there soon to see how things are goin and to sort this turbo issue out and take a few photos myself so ill post them when I can. Once again, seriously cheers heaps for all the info. I really appreciate it! Trav.

Thats a good point Roy!!! But I am really limited atm by my 6grand budget ( What is the 2530 Kai from and will it bolt straight on? CREATD said they didnt want to touch anything cheap in regards to turbos like MONSTER turbos etc... How much do you think they would sell for? Or can you think of any other reasonably priced straight bolt on turbos?

Cheers heaps guys! I have decided to go ahead with the RB23DET rebuild as I think its probably the best way to go, performance and money wise. I already have a ECU in it but its an old one 'HKS PFC F-CON'. It came with the car but i dont no how tuneable it will be? The workshop said they are putting a chip into it for now until i can afford a better ECU. Im getting the rebuild done at 'CREATD Motorsport' in Campbellfield Vic. They sound really solid and their workshop and cars speak for themselves!!! Roughly with the rebuild, rb25det turbo and front mount cooler. What power figures can i expect? And what size is the rb25det turbo? Thanx again, I really appriciate the info!!!

Can anyone please help me with my decision to Rebuild or not to Rebuild? My 93 gtst has just done a bearing and I have neen told to just rebuild the whole engine with a slightly modified rebuild. It has been roughly quoted at about 6 grand to do.... RB23DET -Remove and refit engine $800 -Full Nissan Gasket and seal kit $440 -Multi layer steel head gasket $190 -Conrod and Main bearings $295 -RB26DETT GTR Oil pump $220 -Timing belt kit, tensioner and idler bearing $180 -Nissan water pump $110 -RB26DETT crankshaft-(Second hand) $650 -RB26DETT conrods $250 -Custom pistons and matching rings $450 -Machining: Chemically clean all engine parts Race balance and blueprint rotating assembly Recondition 24 valve cylinder head 3 angle valve seats Torque plate bore and hone 6 cylinder Machine all surfaces Assemble complete long engine $1950 -Oils, coolant, filters, bed piston rings in on Dyno $280 If you were to go ahead with the RB23DET I would also recommend an RB25DET turbocharger, I can do one for you $300. and a front mount intercooler. Total for the RB23DET would be roughly $5850 My question is.... Do I spend the money on my gtst which I love and ive had for about 8 years as a daily driver. Or try and sell it as is and upgrade to a GTR. But it all comes down to money!!! I no im not gunna make or get my money back from my gtst with or without the rebuild, but its stil a cheaper alternitive than buying a GTR. I would appreciate any thoughts at all on my dilemma. Cheers, Trav.

Hey mate, I am trying to track down a set of the clear corner indicators that you have fitted on this car. All I can find is a cheap looking set on ebay. Cheers.