R34 Gtt Basics

[robjay]

Hi all my first post here, being a proud owner of an r34 gtt auto.

My simple questions are, what is the expected water temp gauge supposed to read when warmed up, mine is constant just below half or about 43%

What is the Oil pressure gauge supposed to be at, mine is about 1/4 to 1/3 when warmed up and starts out just above 1/2 when cold.

What is the oil temp supposed to be at when warmed up.

My boost gauge in the console refuses to move, its a constant 0 even though all other parameters are fine is this common and otherwise what can i do to get it fixed.

The car has an issue with the bonnet latch causing the bonnet to close shut with one side a few millimeters down, not a big big deal but any ideas.

How easy is it to source and fit the r34 gtr lcd screen in the center of the dash, in fact what is its name

Also where in WA can I find some reputable places to fit mods, bodykits etc.

Also I have a mate with an r33 that has boost problems, do you guys know of a good place in WA for shops that specialise in dyno tuning & troubleshooting skylines.

Much appreciate any help I can get.

[.:: GimpS-R34 ::.]

water and oil will depend on how you are driving? cruise or hard?

R34 GTR screen is called a MFD.. there are some write-ups on here about installing one..

with the bonnet.. you could 'bend' the bonnet.. someone maybe sat/leaned on that side.. not looking to warp the bonnet just give it a little twist... (don't really know how to explain it properly, so some one else might be able to)

For the mods, bodykit, boost problems.. i would look into posting/searching the WA Section of the forum.. will get a more direct response

[robjay]

water and oil will depend on how you are driving? cruise or hard?

R34 GTR screen is called a MFD.. there are some write-ups on here about installing one..

with the bonnet.. you could 'bend' the bonnet.. someone maybe sat/leaned on that side.. not looking to warp the bonnet just give it a little twist... (don't really know how to explain it properly, so some one else might be able to)

For the mods, bodykit, boost problems.. i would look into posting/searching the WA Section of the forum.. will get a more direct response

for the oil temp and pressure i cruise around, but was slightly worried that pressure seems low. I found a post about fixing the boost gauge, some boos controller box and hoses stuffing up.

The bonnet is not bent if I let it sit on top of latch without locking it in it looks perfect and straight and its almost as if the center latch is on a slight angle so that when it fastened in place it warps the bonnet slightly to one side.. strange but really annoying. I'm thinking of buying small rubber discs of some sort to see if I can use it to elevate it slightly.

[BASHO]

for the oil temp and pressure i cruise around, but was slightly worried that pressure seems low. I found a post about fixing the boost gauge, some boos controller box and hoses stuffing up.

The bonnet is not bent if I let it sit on top of latch without locking it in it looks perfect and straight and its almost as if the center latch is on a slight angle so that when it fastened in place it warps the bonnet slightly to one side.. strange but really annoying. I'm thinking of buying small rubber discs of some sort to see if I can use it to elevate it slightly.

Bonnet stop missing one side ?

[mad082]

yeah check the bonnet stop isn't missing from 1 side, or maybe it just needs to be wound out a touch.

as for water temp, should be about half way. below that means your thermostat is dicky (unless you have a lower temp one such as a nismo), but at 43% it could just be the gauge or it could be the thermostat. really need to check it with a consult cable.

with the boost gauge, there is a vaccum line that runs from the back of the plenum to a little box with some wires attached to it around the back of the strut tower on the drivers side. it is pretty common for this hose to split and the gauge to stop working as it won't read anything. the sign that this is the likely cause is that it isn't moving from zero, because if it was a turbo problem then it should still read in the negative when idling, etc.

[robjay]

yeah check the bonnet stop isn't missing from 1 side, or maybe it just needs to be wound out a touch.

as for water temp, should be about half way. below that means your thermostat is dicky (unless you have a lower temp one such as a nismo), but at 43% it could just be the gauge or it could be the thermostat. really need to check it with a consult cable.

with the boost gauge, there is a vaccum line that runs from the back of the plenum to a little box with some wires attached to it around the back of the strut tower on the drivers side. it is pretty common for this hose to split and the gauge to stop working as it won't read anything. the sign that this is the likely cause is that it isn't moving from zero, because if it was a turbo problem then it should still read in the negative when idling, etc.

Bonnet issue identified, bonnet warps due to rubber stopper being pulverised. It is literally squashed to buggery while the other side is in pristine condition.. probably going to find some larger rubber piece to fit over the top to give it more height.

Boost gauge confirmed, the vacuum line is stuffed, so I thought how hard can this be I cut of the split end and proceeded to force it back onto the connector on the firewall side... and it split again.. a few more of these attempts and now too short looks like I need a new hose now.

[mad082]

i had the same issue with my 33. cut the hose shorter. lasted a few days before splitting again. new hose is cheap. any auto parts store will have some.

as for the bonnet stopper, try your local wreckers. have a feeling that they are a pretty standard thing and not specific to skylines, so even if you get one off a commodore or something like that.

[chrisR34GTT]

Boost gauge confirmed, the vacuum line is stuffed, so I thought how hard can this be I cut of the split end and proceeded to force it back onto the connector on the firewall side... and it split again.. a few more of these attempts and now too short looks like I need a new hose now.

hahaha I did the EXACT same thing Yep new hose and no problems.

[robjay]

yeah check the bonnet stop isn't missing from 1 side, or maybe it just needs to be wound out a touch.

as for water temp, should be about half way. below that means your thermostat is dicky (unless you have a lower temp one such as a nismo), but at 43% it could just be the gauge or it could be the thermostat. really need to check it with a consult cable.

with the boost gauge, there is a vaccum line that runs from the back of the plenum to a little box with some wires attached to it around the back of the strut tower on the drivers side. it is pretty common for this hose to split and the gauge to stop working as it won't read anything. the sign that this is the likely cause is that it isn't moving from zero, because if it was a turbo problem then it should still read in the negative when idling, etc.

Mads, the water temp is about right on just a tad below half way I give it about 47 to a 100 being max.

My issue is still the boost gauge, got a new hose but gauge is not responding... it is however all the way at the bottom now.. the funny thing is that car comes on boost nice and strong so it must be picking up some kind of pressure should at least go to 0 bar right? I'm afraid it might be jammed or something... does it have any electrics to it?

Also I'm worried about oil pressure... oil pressure numbered 0 to 8.. typically when I start up it goes about 4.1 (or half) but I have seen it go as low as 2.1 never lower, this would be while driving on the fwy cursing for at-least 20km

the oil temp gets to about 90 and never over 100....

If anyone still sees this please post your r34 oil temps and pressures ...

[robjay]

Mads, the water temp is about right on just a tad below half way I give it about 47 to a 100 being max.

My issue is still the boost gauge, got a new hose but gauge is not responding... it is however all the way at the bottom now.. the funny thing is that car comes on boost nice and strong so it must be picking up some kind of pressure should at least go to 0 bar right? I'm afraid it might be jammed or something... does it have any electrics to it?

Also I'm worried about oil pressure... oil pressure numbered 0 to 8.. typically when I start up it goes about 4.1 (or half) but I have seen it go as low as 2.1 never lower, this would be while driving on the fwy cursing for at-least 20km

the oil temp gets to about 90 and never over 100....

If anyone still sees this please post your r34 oil temps and pressures ...

correction its lower, this is why I'm worried pressure is as low as 1.2 out of 8.

[dkbcleaner]

Hey mate I noticed my oil pressure use to drop to about 1.5 sometimes when I was using a thiner oil (Motul 300v 10w40) Then on next oil change decided to use Motul 300v 15w50 and now it's always stable at 2 when warmed up.

When I had my stock radiator temps on a warm day, city driving it would get up to 100 then on freeway with air con on 110 but never over. Start thumping it and after 2-3 minutes of that temps would easily reach 120.

[vidospace]

Mads, the water temp is about right on just a tad below half way I give it about 47 to a 100 being max.

My issue is still the boost gauge, got a new hose but gauge is not responding... it is however all the way at the bottom now.. the funny thing is that car comes on boost nice and strong so it must be picking up some kind of pressure should at least go to 0 bar right? I'm afraid it might be jammed or something... does it have any electrics to it?

Also I'm worried about oil pressure... oil pressure numbered 0 to 8.. typically when I start up it goes about 4.1 (or half) but I have seen it go as low as 2.1 never lower, this would be while driving on the fwy cursing for at-least 20km

the oil temp gets to about 90 and never over 100....

If anyone still sees this please post your r34 oil temps and pressures ...

Mine get up to 100 and a bit over on the track. Mostly around 85 - 90 on normal driving, but strangely this is only happening in the last few months. Previously I would only get up to 80 on the street, but now (no matter what oil I run) the temp goes way higher. Whats the highest it should run?