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Red R35, on Commonwealth Ave heading to the city, at 5pm. Didn't get a great view but looked just stock red, so not Kyriogs'?

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Wondering what people's thoughts are on amount of boost. Stock S15 turbo (T28 ball bearing I think) running around 12-15 psi of boost. Would you get concerned about the longevity of the turbo - or is it pretty reliable? What sort of numbers do you all run (on Skylines)? Also has anyone got a power brace fitted?

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White R33 with a nice blow off sound (loudish) followed by a white 180SX (pretty sure).

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Yeah I might ask him if he has plans to come down. Probably won't happen though. If the car is mechanically good and history is clean then I would be willing to cop a bit of hassle. But really I am wondering why Dickson would make life so hard? It's not heavily modded. Is hiding the boost controller really hard? And if the FMIC fails then I have to go stock? All else shouldn't be an issue I feel.

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"All imported vehicles with a magenta (purple) compliance plate whether from the ACT or another jurisdiction must be inspected at the Dickson Motor Vehicle Registry." That is from the website. I think all Skylines and Silvia's have a purple plate - so no matter where you buy it, to transfer rego to your name in the ACT you would have to go to Dickson. I think we all agree here. So the consensus is: FMIC should be fine, even with hole cut through battery tray. Pod should also be fine if held properly. Boost controller will need to be hidden. Any issues with the MCA coilovers? They aren't too low or something? And one other point: I was thinking of having the car checked by some mechanic that can report to me. I inquired with Stateroads and they charge 290 for a report - its 6 pages and basically is a tick for satisfactory or not satisfactory for a list of things. Mainly it will point out a more major fault. Is it worth going with them or is there a better/cheaper alternative? I would like a check for the peace of mind.

Thanks for the quick response! Haha, hope I will be part of the family again soon (I used to drive a 91 Pulsar ) Anyways - this is the car I was looking at. I haven't seen it in person so not sure if there are cuts to the body (I think yes) and if so then how big. Maybe I can ask for some detailed pics. What can be done if they don't like the cut? Elaborate hiding scheme? And if you bought an ACT car, purple plated, do you have to take it to Dickson or just need a RWC? So is one of the FMIC or pod filter allowed? I guess its not too bad getting a pod removed or covered up maybe. Stainless steel intake doesn't count does it? Don't think it has a turbo timer. Boost controller will have to be hidden. What about the BOV? That creates any issues? And the gauges? And I have been told the exhaust is a very quiet one (but what's the limit anyways?). The child restraint, would that be above the back seats? There is nothing on the front right? Sorry for all the noob questions but I truly appreciate the help!

Hey guys, First of all, I have just joined the forum and its a pleasure to be here. This ACT community looks pretty helpful and fun. Now, I am hopeful of buying a nice S15 (JDM) - unless I get tired of hunting for a nice example and find something else. Obviously NSW has more cars on sales but I want to understand more about the process when buying an interstate import. For example I talked to a guy selling an S15 in Sydney. He seemed authentic and told me that the car has its battery shifted to the boot to accommodate for the FMIC - and that is deemed illegal. So if I take it to Dickson (for ACT rego) would they fail that? What is the regulation? (Do they not like FMIC's? or is it battery in the back?) As I understand any import car (purple plate or other) from interstate needs to be taken to Dickson and they will check. Also what if the car fails that inspection? What are the repercussions? Sorry for the noob questions, just don't wanna make a stupid decision. Any useful tips will be appreciated. Cheers!