Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 So, for those that entered the betting pool on how long before I would start modding my 'staying stock' R34, the winner is: more than 24 hours, less than 48 hours. I lasted a full 24 hours without doing a thing to it, but have since added an MP3/CD player, Apexi Power Intake & 'Maxx special' CAI air box, and fabricated a new gauge cluster and installed 3 new AutoMeter smoked face gauges. Pics below for your enjoyment. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deluxe Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 Sweet Andrew, I can't say i had any bets on BUT I didn't think it would take long.........Okay not even this quick, but top work fella! can't wait to see the puppy now! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIMMMAYYY Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 the gauges are tough! when is the bigger turbo going on Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888781 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 thanks mate - you wait until you see what happens in the next 2 weeks - oh forgot to add I put my rims back on - fresh back from being machined back and fully resprayed - they came up a treat. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888783 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 Tim - nah not going to go the bigger turbo option until maybe way down the track. I have to decide how long I am going to keep the car for, then decide if it is worth it. For the record I am actually quite impressed with how well she goes. This is my next car Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888789 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriftR_33 Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 (edited) nice car mate! Edited January 22, 2006 by DriftR_33 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888805 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 hey DriftR33, not sure why you edited your post, but I still have my factory snorkel for my S15 - not sure if it could be modifed to suit an R33, but I would think it could be. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888820 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriftR_33 Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 as i finished writing it, i read your original post.. answered my question, but yeah i will need to find one eventually.. when the time comes ill keep that in mind just with this heat lately the pfc is showing knocking, need to reduce that heat!! cheers. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 yes you do. In my S15 I cut a big hole under the air pod and ducted air from the front bar straight into my CAI partition/pod Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxx Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 (edited) Tim - nah not going to go the bigger turbo option until maybe way down the track. I have to decide how long I am going to keep the car for, then decide if it is worth it. For the record I am actually quite impressed with how well she goes.This is my next car <{POST_SNAPBACK}> same car, same color AGAIN? i will be quicker than u this time j/k Edited January 22, 2006 by Maxx Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 hehe - actually, had I realised that V35 compliance was going to be available so soon, I would have one in my driveway right now instead of the 34. True I saw quite a few G35s in the USA and absolutely fell in love with them. But, it wouldn't have to be a black coupe - I spotted a very nice silver 4 door on Prestige a couple of months back - VQ35DE, Bose sound, leather interior, GPS/TV and 8 speed auto gearbox. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Strap a $15,000 twin turbo kit on and it would be good for easy low 12 second 1/4 mile times Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1888948 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oosh Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 No one (who knows you) believed you so a second when you asid you wouldn't mod it. But who cares? Those gauges are looking bloody nice btw. As for V35's a nice 6sp like this baby would be awesome! http://www.prestigemotorsport.com.au/au/st...sp?StockID=3569 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1889299 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slimjim Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 Wow man those gauges definitely look the business. Very nice! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1889439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad34 Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 those gauges look really nice good job. Was it hard to wire them all up?? if you dont mind me asking how much were they? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattR Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 good job mister, is it on the road yet?? ill be home sunday night for the week. ill have to show you my new toy:) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890290 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 thanks for the generous comments guys! mad34 - the gauges themselves were only $200 from Just Jap, then I made the brackets to fit myself. Wiring up is quite easy (I cut into the factory loom for power, lights etc), but I haven't actually got any of them wired up to sensors. That is the big headache - one I may leave to a workshop when she goes in to get some things done. The boost is easy to do, but I haven't figured out whether there are stock spots you can put the oil and water temp sensors - I will have a lok at whats involved this weekend. In order to put an oil temp gauge in my S15, Car Toys had to drill a big hole in my sump and weld in a bolt for the temp sensor to screw into - was a major headache and cost. I am hoping the RB25 has factory plugged holes I can remove to use. Does anyone know? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightcrawler Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 yeah Batty I am driving her daily. Still plenty of things to put on her, but it all takes time. Give me a buzz when you get into town. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890324 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nozila Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 guages are nice indeed. i have a set of 3 also sitting in my sil80. as for the 'line, yiipee for it being on the road!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bl4cK32 Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 In order to put an oil temp gauge in my S15, Car Toys had to drill a big hole in my sump and weld in a bolt for the temp sensor to screw into - was a major headache and cost. I am hoping the RB25 has factory plugged holes I can remove to use. Does anyone know? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My HKS oil temp just replaces the factory sump bolt and screws into the origional hole in the bottom of the oil pan Not sure if it helps you, but you may be able to do this depending on what your sender / cable looks like Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1890410 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattR Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 sweet mate will do Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/102855-to-settle-any-bets-about-my-r34/#findComment-1892127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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