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11-15-2006, 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by 002-M-P
wow Mia, i've been on these boards forever and I can't even think of why I didn't think of retaining the factory ecu 
lol, thanks
lol, thanks
11-15-2006, 03:06 PM
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If the GT-K turbos live up to their hype I am sure I will be using them. As far as building the motor, I might, but it will probably be a while after I get this done b/c this is going to put a good sized dent in my checking account. I will definately upgrade the turbos and cams for sure. Still looking for good information regarding the RB26 engine as a lot of info is bs. A prime example is this: http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=625548
11-15-2006, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 002-M-P
Here is that Power FC Datalogger I was talking about...called FC-Datalogit... http://www.fc-datalogit.co.nz/fc-datalogit.html
The Power FC will be nowhere near as powerful as the Motec M600 or the AEM EMS, but it is still an option that is very widely used on GTR's around the world.
The Power FC will be nowhere near as powerful as the Motec M600 or the AEM EMS, but it is still an option that is very widely used on GTR's around the world.
+1 Dataloggit is highly recommended with P-FC. Don't even think of tuning with the handheld controller.
11-15-2006, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by widebody350
If the GT-K turbos live up to their hype I am sure I will be using them. As far as building the motor, I might, but it will probably be a while after I get this done b/c this is going to put a good sized dent in my checking account. I will definately upgrade the turbos and cams for sure. Still looking for good information regarding the RB26 engine as a lot of info is bs. A prime example is this: http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=625548
11-15-2006, 06:13 PM
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Hey Mia when the GT-K series info is released can you send me a PM on what would be the equivalent to the GT-SS turbos. I've been researching and for a stock internals RB26DETT the GT-SS turbos are the best(in a TT set-up) in that there is not much lag but provide good hp (top out at about 550whp) or the GT2530s.
GT-SS: Compressor wheel Trim 60 Entrance diameter46.6 (mm) Major diameter 60.1 (mm) Turbine wheel Trim 76 Major diameter 53.8(mm) Exit diameter 47.0 (mm)
GT2530: COMPRESSOR:
-Wheel- 63 Trim - 47.7 Inducer / 60.1 Major
-Housing- 60 Inlet / 50 Outlet - 0.60 A/R
TURBINE:
-Wheel- 76 Trim - 53.8 Major / 47.0 Exducer
-Housing- GT25/T3 inlets / Internal GT25/Skyline Type oulets - 0.64 A/R
GT-SS: Compressor wheel Trim 60 Entrance diameter46.6 (mm) Major diameter 60.1 (mm) Turbine wheel Trim 76 Major diameter 53.8(mm) Exit diameter 47.0 (mm)
GT2530: COMPRESSOR:
-Wheel- 63 Trim - 47.7 Inducer / 60.1 Major
-Housing- 60 Inlet / 50 Outlet - 0.60 A/R
TURBINE:
-Wheel- 76 Trim - 53.8 Major / 47.0 Exducer
-Housing- GT25/T3 inlets / Internal GT25/Skyline Type oulets - 0.64 A/R
11-15-2006, 06:22 PM
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Alot of if's and maybes around here. The Power-FC was basically created to control the RB series of motors. I wouldnt go anything else, accept to step up to a motec unit...
Skylines are like domestic's around my neck of the woods, every bogan has one.
If u are still unsure, go to skylinesaustralia.com. Probably hte most respected skylines it on the net, they have done it all and support anyone who has a RB under the hood.
Skylines are like domestic's around my neck of the woods, every bogan has one.
If u are still unsure, go to skylinesaustralia.com. Probably hte most respected skylines it on the net, they have done it all and support anyone who has a RB under the hood.
11-15-2006, 06:30 PM
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hey wegster...what is the relationship between kw, ps, and hp?
example...i'm hopeing for around 300kwatw, but i want the power as low down in the rev range as possible. I have no idea what that really means.
example...i'm hopeing for around 300kwatw, but i want the power as low down in the rev range as possible. I have no idea what that really means.
11-15-2006, 06:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Zexy
I'll be using Apex'i Power FC D-Jetro (Full MAP no MAF) I'm also doing the swap on a Z33
11-15-2006, 07:25 PM
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Thanks wegster. I will keep you posted. I am going to try and see who will give me the best deal and order the engine within the next week or so. I plan to go into the engine a little which I can do while I enjoy my car for a month or so for the first time in a year and the last time as a VQ powered Z. Cams, cam gears, vavle springs/retainers, and injectors. Mia I have some questions for you to ask your friend but I am going to see if I can find out the answers myself and/or get more questions for you to ask.
11-15-2006, 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by 002-M-P
Hey be sure to keep everyone posted on this...cause its people like me who are at the point of all or nothing with their VQ....aka everything except motorbuild and a high end ecu, and once I cross that point I wouldn't be switching back to anything.
I will. I'm just at a crossroads right now if i should custom make the mounts or wait for JE to release them which they don't have prices available yet, so they are not readily available as of now.
P.S. WOOT WOOT more VQ woes
jk
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11-15-2006, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by widebody350
Hey Mia when the GT-K series info is released can you send me a PM on what would be the equivalent to the GT-SS turbos. I've been researching and for a stock internals RB26DETT the GT-SS turbos are the best(in a TT set-up) in that there is not much lag but provide good hp (top out at about 550whp) or the GT2530s.
GT-SS: Compressor wheel Trim 60 Entrance diameter46.6 (mm) Major diameter 60.1 (mm) Turbine wheel Trim 76 Major diameter 53.8(mm) Exit diameter 47.0 (mm)
GT2530: COMPRESSOR:
-Wheel- 63 Trim - 47.7 Inducer / 60.1 Major
-Housing- 60 Inlet / 50 Outlet - 0.60 A/R
TURBINE:
-Wheel- 76 Trim - 53.8 Major / 47.0 Exducer
-Housing- GT25/T3 inlets / Internal GT25/Skyline Type oulets - 0.64 A/R
GT-SS: Compressor wheel Trim 60 Entrance diameter46.6 (mm) Major diameter 60.1 (mm) Turbine wheel Trim 76 Major diameter 53.8(mm) Exit diameter 47.0 (mm)
GT2530: COMPRESSOR:
-Wheel- 63 Trim - 47.7 Inducer / 60.1 Major
-Housing- 60 Inlet / 50 Outlet - 0.60 A/R
TURBINE:
-Wheel- 76 Trim - 53.8 Major / 47.0 Exducer
-Housing- GT25/T3 inlets / Internal GT25/Skyline Type oulets - 0.64 A/R
11-15-2006, 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Weqster
Alot of if's and maybes around here. The Power-FC was basically created to control the RB series of motors. I wouldnt go anything else, accept to step up to a motec unit...
Skylines are like domestic's around my neck of the woods, every bogan has one.
If u are still unsure, go to skylinesaustralia.com. Probably hte most respected skylines it on the net, they have done it all and support anyone who has a RB under the hood.
Skylines are like domestic's around my neck of the woods, every bogan has one.
If u are still unsure, go to skylinesaustralia.com. Probably hte most respected skylines it on the net, they have done it all and support anyone who has a RB under the hood.
11-15-2006, 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by widebody350
Thanks wegster. I will keep you posted. I am going to try and see who will give me the best deal and order the engine within the next week or so. I plan to go into the engine a little which I can do while I enjoy my car for a month or so for the first time in a year and the last time as a VQ powered Z. Cams, cam gears, vavle springs/retainers, and injectors. Mia I have some questions for you to ask your friend but I am going to see if I can find out the answers myself and/or get more questions for you to ask.
11-15-2006, 08:06 PM
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Wasn't there a couple dudes in FL doing RB swaps into RX7's, S2000's and 240's. Or did someone already mention that? Anywho, maybe those guys have some ideas worth looking into. I saw some video they made a while ago. I dunno, maybe worth researching to find out what they use often or have used in the past...whatever.
EDIT: they hang out on stwok.com, i remember that.
EDIT: they hang out on stwok.com, i remember that.
11-15-2006, 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by kalima275Z
Wasn't there a couple dudes in FL doing RB swaps into RX7's, S2000's and 240's. Or did someone already mention that? Anywho, maybe those guys have some ideas worth looking into. I saw some video they made a while ago. I dunno, maybe worth researching to find out what they use often or have used in the past...whatever.
EDIT: they hang out on stwok.com, i remember that.
EDIT: they hang out on stwok.com, i remember that.
11-16-2006, 04:16 AM
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About making custom motor mounts, you could do but then you would still be left to find a way to put in an FIMC and plenum that would fit(JE will sell these as part of their kit). If you go that route then you are likely to run into more issues which would make your install more of a pain in the @ss and raise the cost of your swap/install significantly. I figure by the time they have everything sorted out it will be just in time for my car to go in the shop anyways and gives me time to increase the hp a bit.
Mia- After reading about the GT-K 550 that sounds like a good way to go and I assume that your friend has or can make the necessary piping to make it work? I will probably upgrade the turbo later when/if I build the motor but for the power I am looking at making now it seems like one of the better options.
Mia- After reading about the GT-K 550 that sounds like a good way to go and I assume that your friend has or can make the necessary piping to make it work? I will probably upgrade the turbo later when/if I build the motor but for the power I am looking at making now it seems like one of the better options.