Where can you get Forged RB25Det pistons Cheaply and fast!HELP!

[rev210]

I'm in the middle of rebuilding the RB25 and I need to find an alternative to waiting two weeks for pistons.

The mechanic is buying them so I guess any contact people have to get a set for around $900 trade would be great.

[Denver]

Fairly sure the guys at SW should be able to help out..

give them a buzz 9242 8888

[N I B]

I have a large order due late next week but not for $900.

[Butters]

How come your rebuildin the RB25 rev210 ?

[GTS-t VSPEC]

$900? I doubt you'll get them for that, even at trade price, unless there made in Hong Kong;)

[rev210]

Originally posted by Steve-SST

I have a large order due late next week but not for $900.

Steve,

Sorry should have said that the $900 was for cast ones, without rings. I am looking for a forged set as close to $900 as possible, more importantly is getting the sooner rather than cheaper because the insurance co. is paying.

Butters,

The engine was damaged in the accident as the timing belt was cut and valves bounced off the top of pistons. The dodgy insurance company wanted to just replace one piston and leave it at that. I explained to them that the other pistons must have also recieved damage and addtional stress since the engine was under load and doing several thou rpm. I am insisting they also replace the camshafts and valves since the forced of contact on the piston is transfered through to the cam lobe. I want nothing less than a proper engine rebuild and thats just what I am getting.

While I think of it whats the damage on a set of mild camshafts to suit & where do you get them from?

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Dave, I'll ring my mate see if he has a set on hand. Do you want them oversized?

[rev210]

Originally posted by GTS-t VSPEC

$900? I doubt you'll get them for that, even at trade price, unless there made in Hong Kong;)

Nah true that.

Rocket industries flog Arias for about $1280ex , on low volume purchases (like just one set) pricing is alot keener if you setup an account or buy regularly. They come with rings and pins as well though. Have to be the best forged piston spec I've seen and they are the cheapest.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Rev, Yeah, my mate buys in bulk, and the cheapest he can get them is about $1200.

He has just used his last set, but may be able to get a set in on Monday, he'll call me back if he's able.

[rev210]

Originally posted by GTS-t VSPEC

Dave, I'll ring my mate see if he has a set on hand. Do you want them oversized?

That would be great. Oversized 20thou or standard is fine,

[rev210]

Greg at rocket industries just gave me a price of $1247 inc GST

for the arias forgies. Looks like I have to wait till monday to see what the assesor thinks.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Rev, That's a good price, I'll call you if my mate can beat it. When can Greg get you a set?

[rev210]

I'm thinking not till next friday if it's road freight. Thats if I get the order in by tuesday. Really depends on the insurance assesor not being a wanker.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

Originally posted by rev210

. Really depends on the insurance assesor not being a wanker.

Well you stand no chance then, there all wankers:(

[Butters]

thats crap eh.

Damn insurance companies.

Friend of mine is going through simular thing. Her water pumped died. which caused the engine to over heat and kill the heads.

The waranty is only covering the water pump replacement. She has to fork $$$ for the heads to be done.

They claim the only cover the faulty part. Claim if she had stopped it straight away, no damage would have been done.

I reckon thats pretty rough.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

And how exactly would she know what was wrong, I take it she's not a mechanic. The insurance companies just try and get out of there responsibility.

[IMACUL8]

INSURANCE companies are maggots

I fought tooth and nail with my assessor, hi manager,etc. I ended up going to the secutary of complaints.. and guess what he was a tosser as well.

So in the end you cant win.

Daniel

[GTS-t VSPEC]

And if big Dan can't convince them, no-one can:(

[Hicks]

I won with mine.

I got 3 new rims, 3 new tyres, 400R front bumper, bigger intercooler, custom inlet plenum, new struts.

For $1200 bucks.

[GTS-t VSPEC]

And how much does your insurnace cost now?