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View Full Version : Anyone running RB20/25 series turbo on their 240?


fogleroller
08-18-2004, 11:28 AM
I am just curious to how this turbo performs. I am actually going to put it on my MR2 turbo ( 2.0L ), if it doesn't work out, i'll put it on my SOHC s13.

here's some pics

http://noclownz.dnsalias.net/newturbo/turbo/DSCF0263.JPG

http://noclownz.dnsalias.net/newturbo/turbo/DSCF0261.JPG

http://noclownz.dnsalias.net/newturbo/turbo/DSCF0259.JPG

Here's some info I gathered on the turbo:

Car of Origin: Nissan Skyline R32 GTS-t
Engine: RB20DET ECCS (silver rocker cover)
Flange: Four bolt T3 style
Max. Power Rating: 160kW
Max. Boost: 1.2bar (17.4psi)
Cover Size: AR not identified
Comments: A big step in the right direction from both Nissan and Garrett. A truely nice turbocharger, complete with modern aerodynamics and ball bearing construction. It's a perfect choice to get the best from an internally stock, standard injector/management set-up. On a CA18 with a custom manifold, they are really good things.
Cost: Reasonable, with some examples floating around the importers for as little as $400. You have to be quick thoughm as they tend to sell fairly quickly.
Rating: Four out of five.

Car of Origin: Nissan Skyline R33 GT25-T
Engine: RB25DET
Flange: Four bolt T3 style
Max. Power Rating: Approximately 185kW
Max. Boost: 1.2bar (17.4psi)
Cover Size: AR not identified
Comments: The big daddy of the range makes the RB25 turbocharger good for almost any mild six-cylinder application. Sparkling boost response in the low-rpm range and a reasonably hard-hitting top end make this the most common upgrade found on the RB20DET. It's highly recommended.
Cost: Being very difficult to get hold of makes them highly variable in price. Sometimes about $700, sometimes more.
Rating: Five out of five.

mrmephistopheles
08-18-2004, 08:32 PM
tired of your CT26?

fogleroller
08-18-2004, 10:27 PM
tired of your CT26?

The oil seal is blown. I wanted to try something new. I am leaning towards a rebuilt CT26. Might just keep the RB turbo for the SOHC.

DuffMan
08-19-2004, 04:33 AM
Ah the single turbo RB turbos. All the power of a t28 but with the flange of a T3. Not good for much imho.