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Actually this one is about coilovers. I'll do Coulovers later...

We just made this video, covering the basics for an R33 installation. Enjoy

Otomoto is the official Australian distributor of genuine Watanabe wheels. These are the real thing from Japan, perfect for the classic JDM look. You can see the full range on our dedicated Watanabe website There is also a pdf of all of the sizes recommended by Watanabe for Nissans We carry the following sizes in stock and can supply anything Watanabe make. R-type 14x8.0 -6 black, 4x114.3 $555ea 14x8.5 -13 black, 4x114.3 $555ea 15x8.0 +0 black or silver, 4x114.3 $615ea 15x8.5 -6 black or silver, 4x114.3 $615ea 15x9.0 -13 black or silver, 4x114.3 $615ea 15x9.5 -19 black or silver, 4x114.3 $615ea 16x8.0 +0 black or silver, 4x114.3 $715ea 16x8.5 -6 black or silver, 4x114.3 $715ea 16x9.0 -13 black or silver, 4x114.3 $715ea 16x9.5 -19 black or silver, 4x114.3 $715ea F8-type 15x6.5 +14.5 black or silver, 4x114.3 $540ea 15x7.0 +1 black or silver, 4x114.3 $560ea 15x7.5 +2 black or silver, 4x114.3 $580ea F8F-type 15x6.5 +35 black or silver, 4x100 $540ea 16x7.0 +35 black or silver, 4x100 $640ea

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/389532-r33-series-1-used-parts-fpr-sale/

boot lock and key $20

Got one at my shop, 13 Bourke St North Parramatta, open to 5 today, 10-3 on Saturday

L28 based engine in 240Z, 3166cc with OER 6-throttle injection, around 10.5:1 comp, Microtech tuned by Mick's Motorsport. 151.2rwkW on 98-octane, 160.6rwkW on 102 octane (ET)

We just unloaded a container of used wheels from Japan. Jump on our website www.otomoto.com.au or come down to our shop to take a look at 13 Bourke St North Parramatta.

We have over 80 sets of wheels coming from Japan next month, should arrive early August. Below is a sample of what we have in 17 and 18 inch, ranging from $600-1400 a set. Check out the wheels page on our website next week for more photos and details. You can put deposits on wheels to hold them if you like. www.otomoto.com.au SOLD

Speaking of which Duncan, when are you going to bring these in so we can see them? I have sent your photos to Rota and they want to see more. I imagine that they will replace them once they are satisfied they haven't been driven into any gutters. Ben - Otomoto

We have stock now of the new KKR black series intercooler kits to suit R33 GTS-25t and R34 GT-t. These kits use a 600x300x75mm delta-box tube and fin core which is lightly powder-coated black. The silicone hoses are also black and the aluminium pipes are anodised black. This makes for a very neat and unobtrusive installation as you can see in the photos. We also supply the kits with photographic instructions for installation. The kits are $399 complete with all clamps, bolts etc and can be picked up at our shop, located at 13 Bourke St North Parramatta. We can freight the kits for $30-70 depending where you are.

We also still have stock of the P45R in 17x9 +25 at $279 each and 17x9.5 +12 at $299 each. These are finished in Hyperblack, like the G-Forces. Ideal for R32 GT-R and drift cars.

We have new stock of the Rota Grid (TE37 style) wheels in Matt Bronze to suit R33 and R34 GT-R at just $1550 for the set!! The size is 18x10 +15, centre caps are included and each wheel is 9.95kg in this size. Can be picked up from our shop in Sydney or freight is $40-160 for the set depending where you are. We also have 18x10 +35 and 18x9.5 +30 in stock. Another wheel we have back in stock this week is the G-Force 18x9.0 +30, which is the same size and offset as an R34 GT-R wheel. Fits very nicely on an R32 GT-R, each wheel is 10.59kg and centre caps are included. These are finished in Hyperblack and are just $1280 a set (same deal for shipping). Contact Otomoto directly to order: [email protected]

Otomoto is the Australian distributor of OS Giken products. Normally we do not sell used products, but these two clutches have been sitting in our shop for a long time so we decided to rebuild them and offer them for sale here. Both of these clutches are OS GIKEN TS2BD to suit Nissan RB engines. They have damper springs on the plates to reduce driveline shock and improve drivability. Each clutch has been fitted with a complete rebuild kit, so the clutch plates, center plate, floating pressure plate and cover bolts are all brand new. Each clutch also comes with a brand new bearing and carrier (standard size bearing and carrier cannot be used). An English installation manual also comes in the package. The flywheel and plate housing have been professionally machined on one of the clutches, while the other one did not require machining. A TS2BD is normally $2295 and we rate it at 480hp. Generally it is suitable for RB engines up to 300kW at the wheels. See www.otomoto.com.au for more info. Note that the site does not list this particular clutch for Skylines, but OS Giken do make it for Skylines and it is a popular model in Japan. These clutches are bolt-ins for the following models: VL Commodore with RB30 Z31 with RB20 (import) R31 Skyline with RB20 or RB30 (import or local) A31 Cefiro with RB20 C33 Laurel with RB20 HCR32 Skyline with RB20 BNR32 Skyline GT-R with RB26 pre January 1993 (models with push-type clutch) ECR33 Skyline with RB25 They can also be used in later model BNR32 GT-R, BCNR33 GT-R, ER34 Skyline and WGNC34 Stagea but you need to order the pull-push movement converter from us for an extra $440 (this will be supplied in place of the bearing and carrier). Cannot be used in BNR34 GT-R Both of these clutches will perform like a brand-new clutch, so at $1300 you are saving $995. Please PM me or email [email protected] for a freight price. Can also be picked up at Otomoto, 13 Bourke St North Parramatta.

The 1.5-way is $1990, add $168 for the 2-way version

OS Giken's new LSD centres for R35 are now available in Australia. There are two types, the Superlock and the TCD. Superlock is more suited to racing use, having a more aggressive take-up, while the TCD is designed with special oil channels to get the smoothest take-up possible and long life, while still providing 100% locking under load. Both are 1.5-way, but the Superlock can also be ordered in 2-way. Superlock LSD centre $2380 TCD LSD Centre $3030 Please send enquiries to [email protected]

I have two 1974 240K 2-doors, both are plated as 240K GL, but one of them has 240K GT door trims and different tail lights (same as Jap spec)

I picked up an AR-X yesterday and this morning the HICAS light came on. Noticed that the earth strap connecting the hicas motor and exhaust to the body was fairly corroded so I changed it (just made one out of heavy gauge wire) and it was fixed. Try this before you spend any money on mechanics.

No, lengths are wrong for a start

Key thing with any OS Giken clutch is to make sure you have the right movement kit or bearing carrier for the clutch. A lot of people who have trouble with drivability are not using the right length carrier. Too long and the clutch may not engage properly, causing slip. Too short and the clutch will release very close to the floor, making it very jumpy. Also just generally having the wrong length (wrong by +/- 2mm or more) will have the fork on the wrong angle, so it takes more pedal effort and the take-up seems more sudden.

Check the dampers (shocks) for any signs of leaking or visible wear on the shaft. Turn the shock upside down and use your weight to compress it. Each damper should take about the same amount of consistent effort to compress. They should then return by themselves to full extension fairly quickly. If some take a lot longer (or don't come back) they could be worn out. Make sure any damper adjustments are set to zero when you do this check. A shock dyno is of course much better but not free.

Good track day for me, despite a number of issues with the car... popping out of third gear was one, the shower of fuel from my tank breather hose was another. Sorry to the open-top guys who got a faceful. Fatz timed a couple of laps for me and reckons I did 1:12.97 which I certainly hope to improve on when the suspension (and other things) are sorted. Abo I hope you enjoyed watching my spin into turn one hehe. Also thanks to Mr Cass for minding my bag. Nearly had to buy a new toothbrush...

Why are you wearing a Supercheap Autos shirt?

Nearly Always Farting Flames

Yes, 1:25.0 at Superlap. I've still got naff brakes, but I'll put some better tyres on for Saturday