Rb26 Into A R33gtst Help

[markjh27]

Hey guys.

I have just bought a R33 GTR engine. It is complete with computer, loom, manifolds turbo's u name it it's got it. I am about to pull my RB25 out of my R33 gtst. I was wondering if anyone could help me. Is there anything i need to know about the ocnversion? liek sensors that need replacing or somthing that doesn't fit? Any help would be great! I am bolting it up tyo my 5spd man box.

Also i have a 95 gtst. The engine is a v-spec 98' model r33 engine. Is there any legal issues with putting this engine in?

Cheers Mark

[rs73]

There shouldn't be any legal issues fitting a newer engine to an older chassis. Vehicle modification guide from VicRoads (or check RTA/Regency if u're in other states) only bans fitting of an older engine into a newer car due to emission issue.

However you still need to check with an engineer whether a factory power rating upgrade from RB25's 187kw to RB26's 206kw requires a brake upgrade as well. You probably can get away with it since a stock GTS-t 4 pot calipers are pretty good already. Maybe just get a slightly larger calipers e.g. a GTR 324mm calipers with an adapter to fit ur GTS-t calipers on it, or even better, get the full front GTR brembo setup. I hope you do buy a full front half cut since it is cheaper this way you get brakes etc.

I assume even if your engine is complete, it doesnt include AFMs? In that case you'll need 2 GTR AFMs, intercooler piping to suit (easy). Better leave the wiring loom to an auto electrician, cos that can be frustrating to work with, and you don't wanna fry your ECU or anything by joining the wrong wires.

I also heard that the GTR sump may hit something under there, e.g. the steering rack, if so maybe get a custom sump to suit your conversion. You'll need different dump pipes and exhaust too..

That's all I know/heard of... good luck with the conversion...