Buying Used Bnr32 Stock Turbos

[IOWNU]

I'd leave them as well.

No point further investing in the standard turbos.

I picked up an excellent pair of used R32 Nismo n1z for $1000. Maybe they're something that fit in the budget? And they're a hell of a lot better, and can take nice amounts of boost.

Labour? Thought i'd add to the drama, my mechanic charged $450, for 8 hours work.

[lwells]

Its a toughie. I'm sure for every few stories of nasty reversion there are probably hundreds and hunreds of ceramic wheels that have gone pop with no real problems.

Like you I am looking to upgrade them not for huge power, but for piece of mind. The 707160-5 Garrett seems to equate to the about the old HKS2530: to me that seems like a bit much for a stock car. The 707160-7 is basically the HKS GT-SS (give or take a mm here and there) and might be the business for people like us. Unfortunately it seems Garrett AU doesn't have much interest in selling the -7 -- from what I have been told; have to check with a few other retailers -- so it might have to be an import jobbie (probably from the US).

Edit: I wouldn't touch R32 N1s. Too laggy.

[cowie165]

Lucien see if you can buy the 707160-7 from eBay

j/k

I guess I just have to run the gauntlet then. When I say I have no money for the car, I really mean it Just have to watch the boost. I wonder if my restrictor is still in. Iirc the gauge makes it up to 7, so it probably isn't.

Are R32 N1's laggy because they're not bb or is it inherent to their design? $1000 doesn't seem *too* bad but when you look at new 707160-5's.....?

[Guest DIRTgarage]

I'm sorry things got messy guys.

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Its quite ok Mark....hey to prove a point how bout you bring it to the shop when you want it done....take two days off and actually see how long it takes to properly do the job...drive in drive out....with no bodgy broken bolts and no oil and water leaks. Heck ill even charge you the "Jerry rock bottom" rate....then you can post up if its possible to do the job in one day (8hrs)

Edited September 15, 2005 by DIRTgarage

[Guest DIRTgarage]

Labour? Thought i'd add to the drama, my mechanic charged $450, for 8 hours work.

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Yeah thats about right $60 an hour to do grease monkey work.

[Duncan]

Lucien see if you can buy the 707160-7 from eBay

j/k

I guess I just have to run the gauntlet then. When I say I have no money for the car, I really mean it Just have to watch the boost. I wonder if my restrictor is still in. Iirc the gauge makes it up to 7, so it probably isn't.

Are R32 N1's laggy because they're not bb or is it inherent to their design? $1000 doesn't seem *too* bad but when you look at new 707160-5's.....?

Well I think you'll find the standard turbos will last fine if you dont boost them, most people just can't help themselves.

Also, r32s N1s aren't necessarily laggy, I am very happy with how early mine make full boost i was pleasantly surprised.

They are just a bit old tech these days like 2530s. The newer Ball Bearing turbos might be a little better like 34 n1s or gtss but they cost a heap more

[cowie165]

Its quite ok Mark....hey to prove a point how bout you bring it to the shop when you want it done....take two days off and actually see how long it takes to properly do the job...drive in drive out....with no bodgy broken bolts and no oil and water leaks. Heck ill even charge you the "Jerry rock bottom" rate....then you can post up if its possible to do the job in one day (8hrs)

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Paul I would LOVE to take you up on your offer. Sadly, I'm moving to the Blue Mountains in October so won't be able to bring the car out (but I'm closer to WSID and EC, yay). That said, I could only afford the Beer Baron 2beers/hr rate

Now that you mention broken bolts and leaks a-go-go, maybe I'd best leave it to the professionals! Best not to make things worse!

[lwells]

Well I think you'll find the standard turbos will last fine if you dont boost them, most people just can't help themselves.

Also, r32s N1s aren't necessarily laggy, I am very happy with how early mine make full boost i was pleasantly surprised. 

They are just a bit old tech these days like 2530s.  The newer Ball Bearing turbos might be a little better like 34 n1s or gtss but they cost a heap more

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Well one persons laggy is another persons acceptable Is this on the race car? 2530s are BB AFAIK

[Guest DIRTgarage]

Well one persons laggy is another persons acceptable   Is this on the race car?  2530s are BB AFAIK

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you got that right(bb)....and "an oldie but a goodie"

[Mik]

Its quite ok Mark....hey to prove a point how bout you bring it to the shop when you want it done....take two days off and actually see how long it takes to properly do the job...drive in drive out....with no bodgy broken bolts and no oil and water leaks. Heck ill even charge you the "Jerry rock bottom" rate....then you can post up if its possible to do the job in one day (8hrs)

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Out of interest Paul, how long does it take you to R&R a GTR engine?

[Guest DIRTgarage]

Out of interest Paul, how long does it take you to R&R a GTR engine?

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normally remove it in a day. Rebuild. Then replace in a day. why you got some work coming up??

[Mik]

normally remove it in a day. Rebuild. Then replace in a day. why you got some work coming up??

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As in 8 hrs in and 8hrs out?

What do you mean, "you got some work coming up?"?

[Beer Baron]

That said, I could only afford the Beer Baron 2beers/hr rate

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no-one can refuse my rates. of course as we near (and surpass) the 40 beer mark things slow down a bit, hence the 40 hours quote. But from then on in you can't feel any pain when skinning knuckles (which does happen a lot after 40 beers)... I think it's the only real choice for a discerning GTR owner.

[Guest DIRTgarage]

no-one can refuse my rates. of course as we near (and surpass) the 40 beer mark things slow down a bit, hence the 40 hours quote. But from then on in you can't feel any pain when skinning knuckles (which does happen a lot after 40 beers)... I think it's the only real choice for a discerning GTR owner.

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youre hired!

[Beer Baron]

what can i say paul, you have fine taste. i need to go to bed now. need to conserve strength...

[wrxhoon]

. Heck ill even charge you the "Jerry rock bottom" rate....then you can post up if its possible to do the job in one day (8hrs)

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Did you read this post Paul ? What part don't you understand when you are refering to "Jerry rock bottom rate " ?

"As for been possible in 8 hours or not Just a couple of things Paul .

First i dont have a workshop these days so i dont do work for anyone but still do all my own work at home . The other thing is i didnt comment on how much you charge , i only commented on the 16 hours you said it takes you to R+R the turbos and i said , someone with experience and the right tools should do it in 8 hours max .

On your hourly rate of $ 60 its a bargain , i wouldnt do it for that if i still had a workshop , $ 80 is more like the mark .

So yea i thought 16 hours is a bit over the top when you can R+R the engine for that time "

I won't argue with you any more .

All i can say is i can do it in less that 8 hours and most of other people that i talk to can do it as well , not my problem if it takes you twice as long !

IOWNU was charged for 8 hours and $450 as well ! But that was in Melbourne they are probably quicker down there .

" Labour? Thought i'd add to the drama, my mechanic charged $450, for 8 hours work "

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Edited September 16, 2005 by wrxhoon