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I don't know if it would be worth the effort for the conversion, why not Z32 or R33? R32 gearboxes aren't very strong, seems like a lot of effort for not much of an upgrade. I'd recommend either sourcing another S15 box or upgrading Just a thought.

I wouldn't bother with 595RPM or EVO. 595-RSR is not a true semi slick, it is a street legal 'semi slick' tyre. A proper semi slick tyre would be Federal-FZ201. The RSR are great on the street, I've found them to be great in the wet, although some people say otherwise. For the price, they are a fantastic street/occasional track/weekend tyre.

The RPF1 are nice too, suit R33 shape imo. Those are around $1200 a set or so new? Check the trader section for great prices. For some fun driving, RSR would be the go.

Search Yahoo Auctions in Japan through Import Monster, you'll find nice wheels there. Tyres, what sort of driving do you do? Federal 595-RSR can be had in common sizes for around $800/set. Achilles ATR Sports can be had for around $500/set

I use this too, so far I have used it on mountain roads, drifting and 'fun' track days, never let me down at all. It comes on sale sometimes for $8 too.

Decent tyre shops might be a good go. What sort of semi slick? Road legal or proper? Could be a bad idea.. Unknown heat cycles, unknown treatment (could have been left in the rain / sun) and old manufacture date could mean very low grip, much lower than fresh street tyres. For the price of Federal 595-RSR or similar (About $200ea in your size) I'd just buy new.

Hey mate, What sort of spring rates do you use? I am very lost with suspension for Tarmac Rally. Cheers, Anthony.

Search, it's no different if your car is N/A or Turbo. There are hundreds of threads covering this.

Thanks for clearing that up for me. I was asking because I already have an RB25DET engine/gearbox and clutch combo that I bought for another car It would have been easy to just bolt it into the R32, it already has turbo, ecu, injectors, afm and a tune. Thanks again, back to researching!

I thought this could be the case. I'm having trouble interpreting some of the regulations for Targa Am I correct in thinking the engine fitted to the car needs to be the engine as stated on the compliance plate? And no exceptions? Thanks again.

I hope to see this build finished, it's amazing. And eventually, track pictures and videos. Top top top work mate!

Another noob question.. I know the engine you use for must remain the same (For Targa Adeliade/Tas etc) So R32 GTS-T must be RB20DET Apparently the late R32 came with RB25 motor, I haven't found any proof of this yet (4 door?) Basically, I'm asking is there any way to use RB25DET engine in R32 GTS-T, or just no way possible? Cheers again.

Where is pickup? Thanks.

That's great, thanks for your help mate. I have read your build thread a few times before, but now I am reading it again with a different view on things. 17x8" wheels would be the go. Thank you for your help! I have done some hill climb sort of stuff before and drifting, but I have never built a car/modified a car with this sort of 'competition' driving in mind, so I am not sure what sort of brakes would be required (and what these might cost) similar again with suspension. I have been looking at R33 GTR Brembo, these seemed to be well priced and take a 324x32mm rotor. I thought perhaps with good rotors/pads/fluid these might be up to the task. From there, I'm not sure. I need to research a LOT! I will keep reading through the build threads in the motorsport section and try to pick up ideas, and I'll keep talking to as many people as I can. Thanks for your help guys.

Hello Darkside, Thanks for your help. From what I can interpret from the rules (I downloaded the technical rules from the Targa website) you are correct. It would have to be a standard R32 GTS-T front bar etc, wheels, as you say, 18"x8.5" maximum. There are a lot of rules to interpret! I am looking at everything, weighing up the costs and considering building a car in time for Targa Adelaide 2014. I'll be sure to keep reading through this thread for information - I'm pretty lost in relation to braking and suspension setup and would I would 'need' for this type of racing. Thanks, Anthony.

Awesome build man! What has become of the car now? Racing pictures??

Just a word of caution. I know my RB30 starter motor can draw 220amps on start up. I think yours would be similar. I'm not sure why an auto electrician told you this was ok, I understand it probably would be ok for a while, but if it the cable heats up enough, it can catch fire. I know it's only a short burst, but it could still heat enough to catch fire (say your car is very cold, takes a while to crank over). You can get 5 metres of 2awg cable for about $7/metre, this will happily support a 220amp load over a 5 metre distance and run properly, should never have any problems. If your cable is CCA (Copper clad aluminium) it really won't be able to support much of a load, OFC (Oxygen free copper) can support more of a load. Great build though mate, I've been following it since you started.

Hello Targa guys, I am considering building a car and entering Targa Adelaide in 2014. I am having trouble interpreting some of the rules, who would be the best person to talk to about my queries to gain some clarification? Mainly regarding the modifications to body work and wheels. For anyone here, I am wondering, If my car is an R32 GTS-T, would an R32 GTR front not be allowed? Similarly, if I am allowed 2" more width and 2" more diameter in my wheels, would that mean: I am allowed a maximum of 18" diameter and 8.5" width? Coming from 16x6.5" stock wheel? Or, do I base my measurements from any of the R32 models, e.g. GTR? Thank you for your help, Anthony.

Does anyone have adjustable rear camber arms to suit R32 GTR? Also.. can anyone confirm if GTS-T would fit GTR, or are they different? Cheers all

You could fix those gaps pretty easily with some fibreglass and body filler, if you were keen on getting it to fit

It's tomorrow! Hope to see some SAU people there, looks like it's going to be a massive comp with lots of show cars on display. At the Impound in Mitchell from 10am, registration from 9am if you are entering in MEASQ, Bass Battle or Show Class.

I would quite enjoy tint on my daily, something I've always wanted.

Interesting! I wonder if he would do a group deal or something?

I usually fill up at the Kambah Caltex - across the road from the Kambah Village. Never had a problem, they fill up their tanks at night so avoid filling up when the tanker is nearby. Otherwise the fuel there seems to be consistent, it was all re-done not long ago too so new pumps/hoses etc, has to be better than old gear.

I had a very quick read through, but couldn't see any suggestion of dates? I would be keen, but probably not until May.