--------rb25det s13 silvia check it out--------

[s13coupedrfter]

Hi fellow Zilvians here is my rb25det swap project. Let me start off by saying thanx to Gary at www.sykoperformance.com without Gary's rb swap kit this project wouldnt have happened. Also, a big up to Ali and Eric at Machine Tune in Gardena, you guys are upmost professionals.

First of all everyone thought I was crazy for getting rid of my sick sr20det swap but I wanted to try something different, not that it hasnt been done before but I was seeking what everyone wants MORE POWER. Out came the sr20 and project "mini me" started. I call it mini me because this is the closest I will ever come to owning a Skyline in the states.

Now there's alot more to this project than I will list at this time only because I want to focus on the Syko Performance installation kit. This kit was alot of fun to work with because of it's ease and perfict fit. This kit requires the use of the r33 front crossmember. The only difference between the r33 and usdm 240sx crossmember is that the r33 motormount pads are located further forward. This is what makes the kit have the factory like fit unlike other kits out there that use the usdm crossmember and adaptor brackets. Also, when comparing the r33 stock mounts and the Syko mounts, the Syko mounts locate the motor about 1.00-1.25" lower and 0.5-1.00" further back for better weight balance. In addition the Syko mounts are polyurathane so the motor doesnt twist during acceleration.

r33 rb25det awaiting a new home
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03950.jpg

Now before people start asking me how much did it cost you have to ask yourself are you going to half-ass it or do it right the first time? To do it right you got to spend the money and by that I mean prevenative maintenance. Things like timing belts, spark plugs, waterpump, clutch (etc) are much easier to replace while the motor is out of the car and reduces down time. Sure you can do these later but in the long run it will cost you more. I will list the items I used for the complete swap but for now here's the Syko Performance kit...

This is the motormount on the passenger side. Both the mounts are labeled so you dont get them mixed up during install. Notice the relationship between the 2 crossmember mounting holes and the motormount pad itself.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03952.jpg

Driverside mount.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03951.jpg

usdm steering rack on the r33 crossmember fits perfict.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03953.jpg

Now here's the turbo elbow thats included with the kit, notice how much room is provided for the steering shaft. Other kits do not address this issue! People that have used other rb swap kits out there have used the Greddy replacement elbow and beat it with a hammer to clear the shaft but who wants that, not me. The Syko elbow bolts up to sr20det down pipes so your existing exhaust will not need to be modified.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03955.jpg

All ready to go in, r33 crossmember with Syko mounts. This is a chance to see, even though the new mounts lower the engine in the bay, you won't be dragging the oil pan. Looking good!
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03956.jpg

The motor/tranny is sitting on a moving dolly so we can move it around for...that's right you guessed it, we are installing it from the bottom. I've talked to Gary on this one and he said after doing this swap many times that it's better to go in from the bottom. Installing from the top is not impossible but is much more time consuming. It took 15-20 minutes for the 4 of us and a lift to get the crossmember bolted in place. Not once did my freshly painted engine bay get scratched.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03980.jpg

Almost in.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03981.jpg

After we got the motor in place it was time to mount the tranny brace. As you can see the Syko tranny spacers utilize all the chassis holes for a secure fit. The tranny brace is from the r33 clip but you can use the usdm 240sx automatic one as well. For this kit you need to get a driveshaft from www.driveshaftshop.com They have the P/N of this driveshaft on there site in steel or aluminum and ship quick. As a bonus you can see how my hydraulic e-brake is spliced into the rear brake line, thanx Earl's!
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC03989.jpg

For cooling I used the s14 factory replacement rad with FAL 2500cfm slim fans. It's a tight fit with only .25-.5" clearance between the fanmotor backing plate and power steering pully but it doesnt rub at all and the car runs cool.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04002.jpg

Things not pictured are the powersteering lines and Syko front swaybar spacers. You can use the stock high pressure line but I recomend a custom braided line from Earl's because after time the soft line will tend to kink due to the 90 degree banjo fitting. As for the swaybar spacers they are simple, they space the bar about .75-1.00" lower to clear the oil pan, easy stuff. Also, I highly recomend a power steering cooler because the usdm 240sx super long hard return line that goes from one side of the car to the other and back is used for cooling and does not fit with the r33 crossmember. I used a stock 350z power steering cooler spliced into the soft return line which works well.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04016.jpg

[kdashy]

Picture thread homie.

[420sx]

smart decision on the intake mani.

stock rb25 intake mani is FUCKING GAYYYYYY

[MavericStephenc]

more pics please?

[opponheimer]

nice..............................

[LB.Motoring]

smart decision on the intake mani.

stock rb25 intake mani is FUCKING GAYYYYYY

oh yes for serious,

first thing that should be ditched when owning a rb25, I had a custom intake made.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y193/Drift3rx240sx/Limit%20Break/DSC00002.jpg

[tougemiata]

damn shane looks great. lemme know when the next time you are gunna run that/in long beach. ive been super MIA lately, finally got a seat in and tires stored, just need more rims.

but yea, looks hot.

[s13coupedrfter]

Sorry for the late pic's...I was editing/updating the post every 3min because it's too dam big. I tried earlyer today and spent too much time and when I went to post zilvia kicked me off automatically. 1 whole hour wasted. The post is big but all the info needs to be there to make sense.

[s13coupedrfter]

Ali and Jon at Machine Tune showing you how its done
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04022.jpg

I'm happy to report I've done 2 drift events with it already and the car kicks ass, the torque made drifting a bit smoother and the extra nose weight isn't bad at all. Stay tuned I will have a complete build list with extra parts also available from Syko Performance.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/7-29-07018.jpg

[nka203]

ooh hey LB motoring, you selling ur s14.5 right? saw it on craigslist.. shts hot.

[bardabe]

LIke the spark plug well cover. =) looks simple and effective

[s13coupedrfter]

Thanx, my buddy Matt made the coilpack cover. He is thinking about selling them...anyone interested?

[SexPanda]

God damn, thats nice as hell... The engine looks like it belongs in that car, like its factory... I'll trade you.

[s13coupedrfter]

As promised here is a spec sheet of the swap...

Engine
-r33 gts-t rb25det w/r33 crossmember and tranny brace
-Syko Performance engine mounts, tranny brackets, swaybar spacers, turbo elbow
-Syko Performance wiring service (Gary's wiring skills are top-notch, looks factory)
-no name 3" sr20det down pipe
-Greddy intake manifold w/stock r33 TB
-HKS mushroom filter
-NGK iridium plugs
-ka24de fram oil filter
-nissan N1 water pump
-Power Engineering kevlar timing belt
-Nismo thermostat
-FAL 2500cfm dual slim fans
-s14 factory replacement radiator
-Nismo FPR
-z32 fuel filter
-z32 260lph twin turbo fuel pump
-10"x29"x3" ebay I/C
-Syko Performance I/C piping kit and silicone boots(need to use Greddy manifold to fit)
-Blitz SS BOV (need to have Blitz flange welded on, available at frsport.com)
-Earls custom power steering high pressure line
-stock 350z P/S cooler
-usdm steering rack w/poly bushings
-frsport aluminum steering shaft bushing

Drivetrain
-stock r33 gts-t 5 speed tranny
-JGY customs 10.5lbs steel flywheel (stock weight was 20.2lbs. thanx Vons produce dept)
-stage 3 spec clutch
-new koyo throwout bearing
-Earls braided clutch line
-driveshaftshop 14lbs one peice driveshaft
-peakperformance red tranny mount bushing(use the ka/sr bushing, it fits the same)

[CKAMC]

LOL spark plug cover reminds me of a 1JZ

[Tenchuu]

hope you had a good reason to put it in from the bottom...... cause it slides in like butta from the top and I save an hour dismantling/reassembling all the suspension stuffs and moving them out of the way. but everyone has their preference.


also i might HIGHLY suggest you get a bigger radiator ASAP! that factory one will heat soak fairly quick (just replaced mine after dealing with random overheating and 6hour drives that should have taken two but many cool down stops waiting for the engine to cool down)

but nice looking swap. and i would be interested in one of those coil pack covers.


and a third on the stock intake mani being gay. anyone want to give me a good one?

[brian m]

Nice work on your swap. Glad to see it up and running.:2f2f:
Pm'ed you.

[unicoladron]

although we all know how a straght six sounds, do you have any videos?

[s13coupedrfter]

hope you had a good reason to put it in from the bottom...... cause it slides in like butta from the top and I save an hour dismantling/reassembling all the suspension stuffs and moving them out of the way. but everyone has their preference.


also i might HIGHLY suggest you get a bigger radiator ASAP! that factory one will heat soak fairly quick (just replaced mine after dealing with random overheating and 6hour drives that should have taken two but many cool down stops waiting for the engine to cool down)

but nice looking swap. and i would be interested in one of those coil pack covers.


and a third on the stock intake mani being gay. anyone want to give me a good one?

Thanx for your suggestions...to answer your questions

-Because the new crossmember needed to be installed along with the steering rack, plus I had access to a lift, we went through the bottom. All the suspension assy needs to be dismantled anyway with the new crossmember so we installed the whole thing as 1 piece. Went in like butta too.

-I've had no heating issues yet. The needle did start to rise a bit only because I was at the balcony in 90-95 degree temps drifting the crap out of it. After a rest it didn't happen the rest of the day. I'd like to mention that a vented frp hood is now installed to aid in cooling (plus it looks cool):D

To unicoladron-I may get some vid this weekend at Driftday El Toro, I'll keep you posted.

[turtle m3th]

Horrible write-up... Horrible person... I hope I don't run into this guy ever again! Oh wait, one last thing, you wouldn't happen to have any pictures with the hood mounted would you? Ha, ha woot woot! Good write-up mang:bigok:

[s13gold]

ahhaha you went to vons to weigh your flywheel.

[turtle m3th]

^^^ yeah, funny shit huh! He actually inspired me to do the same thing with a bowling ball, haha!

[s13coupedrfter]

When using Vons produce scales for car parts you walk in like you own the place. Nuf said

[slow40]

x2 for syko performance... love their mounts

[UfoZ8myCow]

I wanna be on your car. I mean.. in it. Nice job man.

[250sxdet]

I agree with Tenchuu, you should get a new radiator. I have a greddy radiator,n1 water pump, and dual 12" fal fans, and I have never seen the temp gauge move up past where it normally is. But today i was driving through chino hills with an outside temp of about 100 degrees and the temp gauge started moving up pretty quick. Keep in mind that i was at cruising speed barely on boost at around 3k rpm. Blasting the heater for about a minute solved the problem. I think if you were at the track in this heat, you would probably overheat after a lap or two of mashing the throttle.

[s13coupedrfter]

250sxdet-Your statement makes sense and thanx for the suggestion. For now the car is great. I think a problem with rb swaps is the lack of space between the radiator and the front of the motor. There's no place for the hot air from the radiator fans to go. Even with the n1 pump good fans and Greddy radiator the car can run hot even if your just cruising around. The key is to get that hot air out so the radiator doesn't heat soak. This is why I added a frp vented hood. After the hood I noticed the inside of the car is cooler (car is fully gutted and acts like a oven). At stop lights I can see the hot air rising out the vents so the hood is working.

Also, what is your fans rated at (how much cfm's)?

[Kuzumi]

good post :) keep us informed on what happens with it.
can't wait for my friend to get his rb25 installed into his s14. i am going to point him to this thread.
+for you:bigok:

[s13coupedrfter]

Here's a shot to give everyone an idea of how low the motor sits. For those worried about the extra nose weight, it's really not bad at all. Almost half the weight is in the tranny which is half way down the car. At the track the car felt great in the turns, it feels like the front end is more planted. During the swap I increased the front spring rate from 7kg to 8kg to compensate. The Syko kit helps with the balance well with the motor placement. The next upgrade in store is wide body and wider rims/tires to handle the power and increase cornering speeds. Look for a video link soon...
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04025.jpg

[luckysr]

clean swap man thinking about swaping my sr for rb25 but not sure have to look at priccing but clean swap tho

[marcencar]

hey shane thats a sweet looking swap. I was wondering when you were gonna finish up the swap. Im leaning towards the rb swap as well. Ill hit you up if i need any assistance with it! :bigok:

[turtle m3th]

:hyper: hood pics yo!!!

[s13coupedrfter]

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/Shane7.jpg

Here's a shot from Driftday Formula doughnut on the practice course. I will have a youtube link soon, just finished the upload but it doesn't show up on the search yet (youtube help said it could take up to 8 hrs).

The car ran great all day, this is the event in which I really started to get a hang of the new setup. While everyone was competing I had the 2nd gear practice course all to myself!!! I ran the course 8 times back to back and not once did the water temp needle rise. The hood really helps with the cooling and preventing the rad from heat soak.

I'd like to mention that I'll be doing a step by step oil cooler install on this thread so stay tuned.

[Suk02Si]

Looks great! :bowdown: I picked up an Uras hood vent and noticed an improvement as well :bigok:

[turtle m3th]

Just spoke with my claims adjuster foo, and i'd like to say that it looks very likely that I'll be rockin an inline 6 of some sort!:naughty:

[s13coupedrfter]

http://www.everythingdrift.com/index.php?option=com_zoom&Itemid=28&catid=175

Here's some pics from Formula Doughnut Driftday. Thanx George

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEh67borNlk

Here's a quick clip. Next event I'll have some kick-ass footage with side car mount cam and in car action.

[slideways2004]

i'm glad you posted how it feels to you about the extra weight. some people really make a big deal out of it. i used to be on of those. lol. can you comment more on how it handles?? i'd like to know how the handling/torque compare to a sr (i have s14 sr and planning on inline 6 to replace it)

[Slammed180]

nice clean build. I've got a question that hopefully someone can answer. I want to do a RB swap in my CA 180sx. Is a RB20 worth putting into sn S13? the only reason I ask is because I can't afford a huge RB25 build. Sorry to hijack your thread, just thought it'd be a good opportunity to ask.

[Saltman]

Shane you are my hero. I see you've come a long way from practicing on GT3. LOL. Man, I'm starting all over and you are doing the exact same thing I'm planning to do. I'm building an RB25 powered drift car too (going with the coupe this time). I also see you've changed the color on the ride. Looks sweet! I remember it like this...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v731/Saltman03/meandshane.jpg

I'll be using your thread for help with my build-up. *Subscribing now*

[kouki_s14]

you dont need the heatshield, the aluminum casing is enough. The heat shield is made for the old mounts and with the new ones will just cause vibrations to transfers through.

[s13coupedrfter]

you dont need the heatshield, the aluminum casing is enough. The heat shield is made for the old mounts and with the new ones will just cause vibrations to transfers through.

At the time it seemed like a good idea but your right. I'm too lazy to take it out and it's not posing a problem right now. Good eye though.

I'm doing Machine Tunes event this Sunday and I got a roll cage cam mount (thanx Gary) and a suction cup mount so I'll have some good footage.

As I mentioned before I'll have a oil cooler install coming very soon, it's going to be sick! Also, 5 lug conversion pictoral.

There's going to be a special install too but it's going to be a suprise!!!

slideways2004 & slammed180 pm's sent

[s13coupedrfter]

Here's a new engine bay shot. I added a circuit sports catch can and coolant tank, I also changed the color of the filter for fun. As promised I will have a oil cooler install update later today or at the latest tommorow.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/PB040236.jpg

[hijack3d]

Awesome... and friggin' clean! Are you planning on going to any more drift events this year?

[B Love]

super clean. How much hose did you uses for the power steering?

[fromxtor]

Looks great :bigok:

[240trooper]

OHH shit thats my old intercooer on that 90 pig nose hahaha, tell jon i said wassup homie,and i quit oil stop lmao ser ya around

[240trooper]

tell jon i got some side marker lights if he wants them, ill shoot hima deal
http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd152/240trooper/Image153.jpg

[[email protected]`S13]

i saw this car at the machine tune event last month... so sexy

imma try 2 take my car out for the next 1

[turtle m3th]

boo!.... horrible work as always Shane. You should just give up on that coupe and let me take over it! The oil cooler setup looks tits on the ritz by the way.

[s13coupedrfter]

I'm going to do some more events soon, I just have to get a saturday off (I'm working 70-80hrs a week). Gotta support my drifting addiction somehow.

Sorry everyone about the footage I promised, bummed about the oil catch can thing but the car is back together and runs great!

I got a question about how much power streering line I used...about 6 feet (2) 3 foot pieces for the p/s cooler return line. High pressure line is braided maybe 2 feet.

Side note: the oil cooler upgrade/filter relocation used alot of -10 line=expensive. Will have up in a couple of hours.

[s13coupedrfter]

Finally here's the oil cooler project...

When I went to Earls I asked for the rb25det block fitting/filter relocation block and they gave me "nissan parts" indicating sr, ka and rb should use the same block fitting. I originally used the ka oil filter on the rb25 anyway so it should work with all. I first planned to use a sandwich plate without the filter relocation but I could'nt find any with -10 female ports so I decided with the block fitting and filter relocation set-up. I used -10 line because the inner dia. is the same as the inner dia. of the oil filter screw on bolt sticking out the rb block. Here's some pics...
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/mt_drift2010.jpg

Here is the holding bracket I modified to hold my I/C, yup I'm mounting the cooler between the head lights in direct airflow. I used washers as spacers for now, later I'll machine some solid spacers
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/mt_drift2008.jpg

All mounted up.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/PB040235.jpg

Here's the lines going to the block.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/PB040233.jpg

Front shot, you likes?
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/PB040237.jpg

All done.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/mt_drift2026.jpg

The project was alot of fun but went over budget. I ended up spending almost 600 bucks but all the parts are the best on the market. Setrab oil cooler and several trips to Earls added up quick. As for the performance I could'nt be more happy. The car runs cool with the temp needle just alittle lower than before. During runs the needle will go up to normal but never goes past the mark. You get what you pay for and I'm glad I spent the dough.

[Saltman]

Nice!! Looking good shane!!

[gt35built]

So what was your total price?

looks clean dude.

[turtle m3th]

That looks great Shane.:bigok: let me know if you get word from the guy with my hatch, it's worth a try.

[s13coupedrfter]

I'm going to try and get the 5 lug swap done in the next 2 weeks so I can slap on the new wheels, should look sick 17x9 lineas all around.

[B Love]

Wow looks really clean once again. how much was all the stuff you got from earls?

[s13coupedrfter]

Here's the 5 lug swap, I used z32 rear hubs and Ichiba front s13 bolt on hubs. The 5 lug conversion was pretty straight forward unless you decide to use s14 front hubs then your going to have to drill/enlarge the holes on the coilovers that mount to the spindle and get s14 control arms (or install the s14 ball joint on s13 arms). For the rears I removed the axles to get access to the 4 bolts holding the wheel bearing. Then remove the brake assy/rotor. Once removed they should pop right off.

For the front you have to remove the brake assy/rotor then pop off the axle nut cap to get access to the axle nut. Remove the cotter pin and nut, wheel bearing will slide off the spindle with ease. Installation is snap, slide the Ichiba wheel bearing/hub on (don't forget the washer) and torque nut to 120 ft-lbs.

If your wondering which rotors to use I used s14 5 lug rears and the 95 maxima fronts (only if you have the jdm 180sx front brake swap) other wise use s14 front rotors.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04270.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04262.jpg

[burnsauto]

shane...quick question.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/PB040233.jpg

where did you get the piece that helps organize the lines...the silver piece.... can you get them through earls? THANKS (love the car btw.)

[s13coupedrfter]

Yes, the line seperator piece is from Earls. They have them in blue and red too.

[Teddy]

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSC04022.jpg

LOL @ Ali's face.... haha


Sweet build though man. The intake mani is definetly a smart upgrade.

[gripology]

A sick sounding rb-s13 with tons of power is cool...if yer into that! It's nice to see the build...happy seasons holidays greetings!

[ROIDMONKEY]

RB's sounds amazing .

[Nismoogle]

what kind of wheels do you have on your S13?

[s13coupedrfter]

I had sport max 002's 16x8 0 offset for awhile but the new wheels are 17x9 22/25 offset Lineas. Yesterday I installed 15mm ichiba spacers on all 4 corners and it looks sick. Also, I'm almost done finishing the body kit and will have pics soon. Happy holidays to everyone, thanx for checking out my post.

[Wes_s13]

I like that front bumper...what kind is it if you dont mind? Nice spot for the oil cooler..im assuming a grill wouldnt fit correct?

[tougemiata]

hey shane, do you have the 4 lug rims still? if so lemme know.

[s13coupedrfter]

The bumper in the pics is from Bomex, I got it from toysport. They are not hard to find.

Sorry no 4 lug wheels laying around.

[sxe]

this is by far the sexiest rb25 build ive seen, you did a great job. more video's would be awesome. hope to see u and this sexy car at some drift days...

Calvin

[bwake 5]

that looks like one hell of a car...... i would have done everything like you did exept the oil catch can hoses........ if i were you i would have found a location on the right side and made it look a little cleaner......................
im not hating at all, because to be honest, i splooged all over the keyboard when i saw this build........great work....... very fuckin nice.......

5 stars from me

[qwikspool]

loving your car. mad props.

[marcencar]

car still looking sweet!

Wheres my ride along!?

Happy Holiday's Bro!

[quikdime]

Shawn I have enjoyed looking at your awsome car. Do you happen to have any photos of the power steering line arrangement as well as the power steering cooler lines? I would really appreciate it!

[s13coupedrfter]

Quikdime-Here is a pic of the Earl's pressure line. The P/S cooler lines are connected in series with the return side (sorry no pic).
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/P1000262.jpg

Here's some pics of the new body kit, the pieces are primered and the rear bumper needs alittle work but you get the idea.
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/P1000256.jpg

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/P1000259.jpg

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/P1000264.jpg

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/P1000261.jpg

[skyline slider]

thats so sexy! I'm starting my rb25 swap next week

[s13coupedrfter]

I love how people are calling my car sexy, maybe I should pimp it out to "John's" and make some of my money back that dirty little slut.

[drifterRS]

just thwowing out an idea for more clearence on the fans why dont you change them to push fans and put them on the other side of the rad?

[TypeZero]

Hey what's up Shane!! When ever you find out where Ali's new shop is.....just hit me up so I can check it out!! THANKS

[bbejj123]

God damn, thats nice as hell... The engine looks like it belongs in that car, like its factory... I'll trade you.
i agree with sex panda one of the cleanest swaps i have ever seen fantastic job

[turtle m3th]

I wish I had more hands so that I could give this car a four thumbs down!!! Yes, yes, ladies and gentlemen the player haters ball is now in session! Should've covered the new aero in your mothers pubic hair. ha, ha, looking good as always!

[s13coupedrfter]

just thwowing out an idea for more clearence on the fans why dont you change them to push fans and put them on the other side of the rad?

Checkout www.sykoperformance.com they cover this subject. It's tight but it fits no problem.

Turtle M3th-don't make me drive down to SD and he-bitch man slap you.

[dops13]

That hood looks awesome, where did you get it?

[s13coupedrfter]

That hood looks awesome, where did you get it?

I can't remember the name of the place but I do have a number 626-435-0044 the hood was listed on ebay and I called them direct so I could pick-up. The hood is a must with rb swaps to get proper cooling.

[quikdime]

Shawn thanks for the power steering line picture. How did you hook up the dual fans? I just installed my rb25det in my s13. Now I have all the little things left. Fans,power steering lines,heater hoses...bla bla bla. Thanks again for your help!

[too_slow]

geez great write up. makes me wanna start on my s13 right now. but i need that whole engine deal first...

[picho]

really nice set up

[s13coupedrfter]

OK I change my mind too much, I sold the body kit and decided to go a different route. Wide body was my original plan so here are some teaser pics untill the finished result.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/Car002.jpg

Custom wheel spacers from Crow Automotive (36mm) with 17x9.5 15 Uras NS-01 wheels

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/Car003.jpg

[skyline slider]

Nice! what kit did you go with?

[s13coupedrfter]

It's a uras knock off with 25mm front and 30mm rear over fenders. I sanded the inner lips to get an extra 5-10mm. I'm going to use 25mm spacers for the front wheels so the new offsets will be:

Front- 17x9 +5 offset 235/40/r17 -4 degrees camber
Rear- 17x9.5 -21 offset 235/40/r17 -1 degree camber

[axiomatik]

what is the black aero you had there a few posts up?

[s13coupedrfter]

It was version-select knock off

[DunG HAB SP]

i really respect your decision to put in the motor through the bottom...thats how the factory does it.

[awdfury]

Flat black is soooo hott!!! keep up the good work it is comming along great.

[an_orange_s2k]

this thing is bad ass

[ThAzOLa]

sweet project!

[Z U L8R]

good stuff man. gotta love 9:1 compression :D

Dave =]

[marcencar]

Hey shane guess you didnt need help with the fenders/kit lol. Car looking sicker every time i see it!

hit me up anyways if you need help w/ anything.

Hope you vacation was chill.

[96Turbo]

damn, looks great. those are my favorite wheels ever!! your car is what mine wishes it was. i'll have my rb25 pretty soon, but i've got lots of work & money to spend to catch up to the flyness of your ride. get to work on the widebody!! i wanna see the finished product. Are you gonna go with a different color when it's all done? or u keepin it flat?

[s13coupedrfter]

Thanks everyone for checking my thread, I'm happy to report that the car should be complete in about 2 weeks at the most. I'm thinking gloss black this time, should be a good contrast to the wheels.

[turtle m3th]

I like it mang! can't wait to see it painted. If you get a chance shoot me some fitment pictures of the front fenders.

[turtle m3th]

Updates damn it!!!!

[s13coupedrfter]

Sorry guys, I ran behind with the kit installation but the car is in paint. I'll post pics soon so stay tuned.

[kornaz]

DOPE ride dude. Love it!

[ZenkiCam]

I hate threads like these. Makes me want to finish my RB Swap More and More.. Dude Sick Car... I Love it... I would have already had my RB done and in, but im building it for 500whp... im seriously thinking now of lowering that number, and scratching pistons and rods off.. You got a stock motor correct?

Cameron

[96Turbo]

where's the updates man?? I need some pics!!!

[brainscratch]

come on shane! lets see what the kit looks like now that its out of paint >:D

ps. <-- josh from next door keke

[96Turbo]

seriously man!! I need my fix!!!

[turtle m3th]

Don't be a fucking tease mang! I know you're running on Sunday so you must have your damn car back by now. Where are the pics!!! Oh yeah, sold the coupe. You should've bought it man! anyways, hurry up!!!!!!

[Om1kron]

awesome project and awesome car. I was considering the rb26dett swap since it can be bar'd in my s14, a 25 cannot. I still am not entirely sure why but motorex normally can answer those questions granted I don't think they're in business anymore.

[s13coupedrfter]

Ladies and gentlemen you asked for it so here it is!!! Many many weeks of grueling labor and fustration...I'll just shut up and let the pics speak for themselves.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2893.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2897.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2902.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2900.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2905.jpg

A big thanks to my buddy brainscratch for helping me out, couldn't have done it without you! Someone +rep that guy!

[s13coupe805]

wow that thing is a sicly beast, wow congrats man

[marcencar]

dayam shane that shit is sick!!.just got your call a minute ago lol.

so whats the plan for this weekend? hit me up so we can figure it out.

edit: ill miss the flat black lol

[turtle m3th]

Holy fuck stick...... congratulations mang! I've seen this car come a long way from when I first met you back when you were rockin it gold with an sr20 and pop-ups. I never thought it would turn out to be something this sick! You my friend are truly an inspiration and I'll try to hang onto a car for longer then a pair of boxers.

[Om1kron]

Ladies and gentlemen you asked for it so here it is!!! Many many weeks of grueling labor and fustration...I'll just shut up and let the pics speak for themselves.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2893.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2897.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2902.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2900.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/DSCN2905.jpg

A big thanks to my buddy brainscratch for helping me out, couldn't have done it without you! Someone +rep that guy!

OMG SEX!!! Car looks great man.

[tougemiata]

DAMN!! car looks super hot mang. my god you werent kidding! congrats, now wheres the action pics?

Engine still stockish? i wanna hear it!

[s13coupedrfter]

Thanx guys for the support, I'll be at Touke this Sunday so I'll see if I can get some action pics/video.

tougemiata-I miss seeing my old car on Ocean blvd LOL. The motor is still stockish but I have a power FC for it and I'll be getting it tuned by the man himself Mr. Steve Shadows soon!

[MachineTune]

congrads on finally finishing it! don't forget on june 8th MachineTune's 3rd track day is gonna be at willow's balcony track. for more info search machinetune in the motorsports forum.

[turtle m3th]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/kisssodivine/BEBE20th/boso.jpg

DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[s13coupedrfter]

Would be dope but I get enough hassle from the man driving this beast around.

[brainscratch]

yea it was so ridiculous, we were out taking pictures (hard parking, keke) and the popo came along and gave us a hassle for "parking improperly". :D

[d*star180]

Whoah, shits RAD dude!

[prang11]

Your car looks amazing. I still prefer the flat blackish color, that shit looks raw.

I bet the hassle has just began, drive that thing anywhere and it draws attention. Beautiful!


Oooo and I agree with turtle m3th, those pipes would be an insane touch. Cops would never leave you alone though.

[Grenade180sx]

dude. i know who you are now.. long story hort. i met your girlfriend at my work (morongo) and she told me that you were doing a rb into your car. holy shiet. dude its so hawt :)

[s13coupedrfter]

LOL I remember now. She came home and was like I met this guy who drifts at Morongo! Small world.

[Grenade180sx]

well good stuff buddy.. shoot me if im wrong your name is shane, sean sumthing like that?


anyways your car looks super dope. i just pulled my rb and picked up a s14 sr


long story


i hope i can get my car as ballin as yours!

are those the uras wheels or the p45r knockoffs?
they look damn good!

[s13coupedrfter]

^Thanx^

The wheels are real Uras NS-01's, wish I could say the same for the kit.

[Grenade180sx]

i dont give a damn.. i have a new backround :)

real or fake looks bomb as hell!

[somethingmikew]

2.5 years in the making that's sick.

Everything looks great, looking at your project from back at aaron's crib to now. Makes me feel like coming back to the nissan camp. (getting jacked leads you away)

I'm jealous. haha

peace
mike

[MTRPS13]

nice work man keep it up

[s13coupedrfter]

My battle with blow-by has been won with my victory! If you look on page #2 post #42 you will see my old set-up with the catch can. That was a vacume style set-up. I added that due to oil being sucked into the intake track and blowing spy hunter smoke out the tail pipe during high RPM driving. After I added the can I was still getting blow-by.

rb25det have a restrictor plug to reduce vacume which I had left out, thats why I was still getting blow-by even with a catch can (oil was being literally sucked out the head and overflowed the catch can). I then had a buddy machine out a plug with a 1/8th hole drilled in the center to reduce vacume. Poof I was still getting blow-by...fuck! Finally I realized there was another line on the intake side valve cover that goes directly to the intake manifold. Upon inspection there was no oil residue inside the line but with no restictor it doesnt help my situation.

After looking in HyperRev mag for gts-t Skylines I finally decided on a breather style set-up. There are many examples of breather set-up's in that mag and seems to be the set-up of choice. I will pull no vacume but any +/-pressure in the case will now be vented out through the filter on the can. The can I am using is a modified Circuit Sports can with a pipe welded on top for a breather filter.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/shanescrap003-1.jpg

As for the line on the intake side valve cover I had a plate welded in place to seal it off. The port on the manifold is plugged as well.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/shanescrap002.jpg

For the finished result this is a effective breather set-up, not only does it clean up the engine bay but it also keeps the intake track oil free.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/Car001-1.jpg

Those red top 550cc injectors sure look good hehe.

[sldbyuramg]

well the swap looks sweet and so does the car...while looking thru i was hoping you woulda kept it flat black but with the nicer rims i think i like the gloss just as much. either way the car is awesome and definitely gave me ideas on where i wanna go with my cars power plant. +1

[s13coupedrfter]

It's funny how many people wish I kept it flat black. Actually, when I got the flat black done I was shooting for a bit more glossy look, like the Krylon semi-flat black. Maybe someday I'll do another project with the same color. I always thought an fc TII with the Msport kit would look sick with semi-gloss black.

[s13 @ fullboost]

thats a hott car you there my friend I like the mate black you got there also =]

[turtle m3th]

This car changes more than i change my underwear! big ups to the Danner man! good work mang. comin hot and heavy this year with the sc. keep you posted.

[96Turbo]

^^^lol

good work on finding out the optimal config for the catch can. I just might hafta do that with my setup as well. I like the look of that welded plate on the valve cover. you'll see how much inspiration you've given when i post up my build thread in a couple days

[sldbyuramg]

yeah well most people just call semi gloss flat black but you are correct there is a huge difference. im going for the ratrod kinda color which is more satin black or semi... imo flat black looks too dry i feel like the paint is thirsty

either way it looks good

file:///C:/DOCUME%7E1/HP_ADM%7E1/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/moz-screenshot.jpg

It's funny how many people wish I kept it flat black. Actually, when I got the flat black done I was shooting for a bit more glossy look, like the Krylon semi-flat black. Maybe someday I'll do another project with the same color. I always thought an fc TII with the Msport kit would look sick with semi-gloss black.

[s13coupedrfter]

Thanks to all for your support and checking in on my build thread. My plans have changed and my rb25det motor has found a new home in my buddies s13 hatch. I'm going Ls1 and will gladly post a new thread reguarding the swap process...stay tuned!

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/2003_0202Image0045.jpg

My new home
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/2003_0202Image0044.jpg

Here's some pics just for fun.

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/2003_0202Image0010.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/2003_0202Image0009.jpg
http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff257/s13coupedrfter/2003_0202Image0013.jpg

Dam I love going through the bottom, so much easier. That Harbor Freight dolly is the shit. BTW Galvin's floor is dope!

[Gjohnson7]

Nice and I'm really digging the garage too!

[brian m]

Dam I love going through the bottom

Shane...does your GF know?

[Slammed180]

Holy crap man.
Why are you changing to the LS? was the RB25 not enough or just got tired of it? either way, big props for a super clean swap/car.

[96Turbo]

clean ass garage man!! you're sick of it already??? Thats disheartening news. Explain what made you decide to change engines. My RB is soooooo close to starting up. You gave me a lot of inspiration, and i'm sure the LS build will be even better ;)

[s13coupedrfter]

Once I had more torque from my sr20det I was addicted, now like any addiction all I want is more!

[turtle m3th]

Good job mang! can't wait to take it for a spin!:bigok:

[twofourty]

Thanks Shane for the kickass motor and swap. Can't wait for the LS1 monster!