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RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ROUGE180

reeeeeeeeeallly now? (lightbulb) .. Was it hard to mate it with the car? Any issues? Good idea!!

No issues other than the normal. had to replace the ebrake cables, and do some creative mounting (see pic).

Sourced and installed the HiCas eliminator bar.

Last, the rear muffler hanger is not located the same. I cut the one off the S13 subframe, and will have an exhaust shop weld it on for me.

It mounted and looks like it belongs there.

JVDSKYRINE · 03-18-2008, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROUGE180

reeeeeeeeeallly now? (lightbulb) .. Was it hard to mate it with the car? Any issues? Good idea!!

hahaha this is kinda funny cuz i own a skyline and i am swapping the S13 rear subframe to get rid of hicas and get some toe arms in....those rear hicas arms look way tooo flimsy for my liking

but good work

skippy k · 03-18-2008, 11:09 AM

man i love the idea of the gtst rear assembly for the hatch. its so cool.
the builds lookin real good man. keep it posted

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 04:29 PM

So I decided to pull the pan off, and hammer out the skidplate.

My 18v 1/2 impact is the shit, I hardly ever use the air comp any more.

Whats cranked on the XM

Always use the proper sealant

xawax · 03-18-2008, 05:03 PM

hell yeah, NAILS!! ftw! nice build, i'm sure having a garage and nice tools makes it MUCH more enjoyable

96Turbo · 03-18-2008, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RPS1392

My 18v 1/2 impact is the shit, I hardly ever use the air comp any more.

I can vouch for that!! Those 18v snap on impacts are incredible. So much freakin torque.... Keep up the good work. It's gonna turn out really clean

ILoveMyRHS13 · 03-18-2008, 05:28 PM

Fantastic build so far! Keep it up!

Om1kron · 03-18-2008, 05:50 PM

good stuff man keep it coming.

nastjuid · 03-18-2008, 05:59 PM

It's always good to see people do things right. That diamond gray is perfect!

I love seeing people breath life into cars by restoring and rebuilding them.

Keep up the good work!

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 06:35 PM

Thanks for the comments guys.

I just got back from the local Nissan dealer where I ordered new brake and clutch line clips for the firewall. After paying for them in advance, and having them tell me they will be in for pickup in about a week. Today they tell me that they're not available. Fucking fantastic. Now I have to start calling dealerships hoping someone has 'em in stock.

jspaeth · 03-18-2008, 06:54 PM

What kind of intercooler is that?

It looks like Greddy R-SPL.....same as the one I've got it.

If so, that intercooler is pure bad ass. I have a PowerFC and GT2871R, and at 18 psi, the intake air temperature (even at full boost) is not higher than the air temperature under no load.

Either the turbo puts out unheated air (doubtful), or that intercooler is just sick at cooling the charge air.

*burnsauto* · 03-18-2008, 07:10 PM

FINALLY, someone knows what silicone to use. i hate seeing that orange (yes i know they call it red.) shit crapping up good engine builds.

+rep

bo2o · 03-18-2008, 07:14 PM

you should sell that skid plate.
id be intrested in one for a KA

alindeman1989 · 03-18-2008, 07:24 PM

Keep up the great work. Keep us posted. Btw love the skid plate.

dirtdiggler666 · 03-18-2008, 09:36 PM

NIN, fat tire, and snap on impact great stuff man+rep
so do i got dibs on the rebuild kit

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirtdiggler666

NIN, fat tire, and snap on impact great stuff man+rep
so do i got dibs on the rebuild kit

You got dibs if you want it. Ill send you pics of the parts.

So tonight I was bored, and not having the brake line clips to finish the install of the brake and clutch lines. I ended up doing some other random stuff.

Tonight the stout of choice was Guinness!

Powdercoating anyone???

Cookies are done!!

My buddy the alignment guy (Lance) put my steering back together for me tonight.

Not that I couldnt do it, but he came over and wanted to help, so I put him to work!

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Nice build thus far.

You installed this line incorrectly though.

You could have left the wastegate bar as-is, used the straight end on the turbo, and used the 90 at the block.

It looks like you will be stretching the hose, the way it shouldn't in order to fit the hotpipe outlet.

Won't fit either way...

Carlos

I think I like my route better...

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 10:44 PM

Ahh Ha, see its not my links. Notice how the first pic is not mine in the quote, but still only shows up as a link.

hatchbaak · 03-18-2008, 10:53 PM

You dont live in bend, do you?

*downshift_sideways* · 03-18-2008, 10:55 PM

I did the same as you when inserting the line on the turbo.

Just flipped the actuator bar around right?

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 11:02 PM

Yes, just flipped the actuator rod 180 degrees and installed the line. No sharp bends in the hose. I like it like that.

96Turbo · 03-18-2008, 11:02 PM

+1 on the powdercoating gun. Just got one myself. Tomorrow i'm goin to the hardware/home appliance store to pick myself up an old oven for free. I'm gonna powdercoat everything possible!!! I love the quickness of the updates. Keep it up!

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hatchbaak

You dont live in bend, do you?

Not now, but I did for about 4 years. I was a Tech at Thomas Sales and Service (the local Subaru - Dodge dealer.)

RPS1392 · 03-18-2008, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 96Turbo

+1 on the powdercoating gun. Just got one myself. Tomorrow i'm goin to the hardware/home appliance store to pick myself up an old oven for free. I'm gonna powdercoat everything possible!!! I love the quickness of the updates. Keep it up!

Thanks, I'm working on it as much as I can each night. Not real crazy about dropping the engine in till my lines are routed. The powder coat gun is awsome for $40 bucks. I just went to Goodwill and picked up a $10 toaster oven. I want to do my calipers, but I'll have to tear them down to do it.

Heres a pic of me test fitting the one 18 I have..

96Turbo · 03-18-2008, 11:20 PM

mmmmm....tasty wheels. My gun was about $60 i believe. I like the compact size of your oven, but it does limit the size of parts you can do. I'm hoping to do all my suspension arms etc. I'm kinda pissed now cuz i spent countless hours rebuilding, cleaning, and PAINTING my new Q45 brakes a couple months before i got the PC gun. D'oh!!

Harbe · 03-19-2008, 01:51 AM

mmmmmmmmmm snap on mmmmmmmm

Slidin240Wayz · 03-19-2008, 08:02 AM

I like...if you were going to go under the pipe, then it would be an issue, but this setup works very well.

Keep up the great work.

Carlos

Onitsukagirl · 03-19-2008, 10:48 AM

yeah, that looks like a lot of fun! and he signs his name with a capital G... yea!

sidewayz240 · 03-23-2008, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RPS1392

Thanks, I'm working on it as much as I can each night. Not real crazy about dropping the engine in till my lines are routed. The powder coat gun is awsome for $40 bucks. I just went to Goodwill and picked up a $10 toaster oven. I want to do my calipers, but I'll have to tear them down to do it.

Where did you get the gun from and whats the price like for powder? Thats all you need, gun, powder and an over correct?

Builds looking awsome so far, keep it up.

ms!3 · 03-23-2008, 07:06 PM

cool stuff man. all these build threads are give me alot of inspiration. i need to tear down my motor again.

03-18-2008, 05:03 PM	#35
xawax Leaky Injector Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 63 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	hell yeah, NAILS!! ftw! nice build, i'm sure having a garage and nice tools makes it MUCH more enjoyable __________________ IG - @24deee

03-18-2008, 05:50 PM	#38
Om1kron Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Simi Valley, CA Age: 40 Posts: 6,879 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	good stuff man keep it coming. __________________ Wayne

03-18-2008, 06:54 PM	#41
jspaeth Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Philadelphia suburbs Age: 37 Posts: 2,347 Trader Rating: (7) Rides Gallery: jspaeth Feedback Score: 7 reviews	What kind of intercooler is that? It looks like Greddy R-SPL.....same as the one I've got it. If so, that intercooler is pure bad ass. I have a PowerFC and GT2871R, and at 18 psi, the intake air temperature (even at full boost) is not higher than the air temperature under no load. Either the turbo puts out unheated air (doubtful), or that intercooler is just sick at cooling the charge air. __________________ Daily driven

03-18-2008, 07:10 PM	#42
burnsauto Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: 717, PA Age: 35 Posts: 3,156 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: burnsauto Feedback Score: 5 reviews	FINALLY, someone knows what silicone to use. i hate seeing that orange (yes i know they call it red.) shit crapping up good engine builds. +rep __________________

03-18-2008, 07:14 PM	#43
bo2o Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: May 2006 Location: 626 socal! Posts: 1,315 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	you should sell that skid plate. id be intrested in one for a KA __________________ fS! *vlsd ! slim fans ! hid kits ! lug nuts !* http://www.zilvia.net/f/search.php?d...earchuser=bo2o ^^^click^^^

03-18-2008, 11:09 AM	#33
skippy k Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: schaumbizzurg Age: 31 Posts: 15 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	man i love the idea of the gtst rear assembly for the hatch. its so cool. the builds lookin real good man. keep it posted

03-18-2008, 04:29 PM	#34
RPS1392 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: PNW Posts: 163 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: RPS1392 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	So I decided to pull the pan off, and hammer out the skidplate. My 18v 1/2 impact is the shit, I hardly ever use the air comp any more. Whats cranked on the XM Always use the proper sealant

03-18-2008, 05:28 PM	#37
ILoveMyRHS13 Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA Age: 30 Posts: 4,426 Trader Rating: (25) Feedback Score: 25 reviews	Fantastic build so far! Keep it up!

03-18-2008, 05:59 PM	#39
nastjuid Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vallejo Age: 38 Posts: 69 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	It's always good to see people do things right. That diamond gray is perfect! I love seeing people breath life into cars by restoring and rebuilding them. Keep up the good work!

03-18-2008, 06:35 PM	#40
RPS1392 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: PNW Posts: 163 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: RPS1392 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks for the comments guys. I just got back from the local Nissan dealer where I ordered new brake and clutch line clips for the firewall. After paying for them in advance, and having them tell me they will be in for pickup in about a week. Today they tell me that they're not available. Fucking fantastic. Now I have to start calling dealerships hoping someone has 'em in stock.

03-18-2008, 07:24 PM	#44
alindeman1989 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Newark/bayarea,Ca Age: 32 Posts: 902 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Keep up the great work. Keep us posted. Btw love the skid plate. __________________ tofu man: Don't be cheap, and buy shitty high offset rims

03-18-2008, 09:36 PM	#45
dirtdiggler666 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: p-dale Age: 41 Posts: 2,113 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	NIN, fat tire, and snap on impact great stuff man+rep so do i got dibs on the rebuild kit __________________

03-18-2008, 10:44 PM	#48
RPS1392 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: PNW Posts: 163 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: RPS1392 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Ahh Ha, see its not my links. Notice how the first pic is not mine in the quote, but still only shows up as a link.

03-18-2008, 10:53 PM	#49
hatchbaak Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 171 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	You dont live in bend, do you? __________________

03-18-2008, 10:55 PM	#50
downshift_sideways No Limit Soldier. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Hayward CA, San Gabriel CA Age: 34 Posts: 5,550 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: downshift_sideways Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I did the same as you when inserting the line on the turbo. Just flipped the actuator bar around right? __________________ allntrlundrgrnd: "you never really appreciate your parents fridge until you look into your own and its full of condiments only"

03-18-2008, 11:02 PM	#51
RPS1392 Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: PNW Posts: 163 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: RPS1392 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yes, just flipped the actuator rod 180 degrees and installed the line. No sharp bends in the hose. I like it like that.

03-18-2008, 11:02 PM	#52
96Turbo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: AZ Age: 32 Posts: 1,315 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	+1 on the powdercoating gun. Just got one myself. Tomorrow i'm goin to the hardware/home appliance store to pick myself up an old oven for free. I'm gonna powdercoat everything possible!!! I love the quickness of the updates. Keep it up!

03-18-2008, 11:20 PM	#55
96Turbo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: AZ Age: 32 Posts: 1,315 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	mmmmm....tasty wheels. My gun was about $60 i believe. I like the compact size of your oven, but it does limit the size of parts you can do. I'm hoping to do all my suspension arms etc. I'm kinda pissed now cuz i spent countless hours rebuilding, cleaning, and PAINTING my new Q45 brakes a couple months before i got the PC gun. D'oh!!

03-19-2008, 01:51 AM	#56
Harbe Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Age: 37 Posts: 84 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	mmmmmmmmmm snap on mmmmmmmm

03-19-2008, 08:02 AM	#57
Slidin240Wayz Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Everywhere Age: 36 Posts: 5,427 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	I like...if you were going to go under the pipe, then it would be an issue, but this setup works very well. Keep up the great work. Carlos __________________ Support Zilvia by purchasing a sticker! Last edited by Slidin240Wayz; 03-19-2008 at 08:27 AM..

03-19-2008, 10:48 AM	#58
Onitsukagirl Leaky Injector Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hendersonville, TN Posts: 81 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yeah, that looks like a lot of fun! and he signs his name with a capital G... yea!

03-23-2008, 07:06 PM	#60
ms!3 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USA Age: 31 Posts: 1,563 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	cool stuff man. all these build threads are give me alot of inspiration. i need to tear down my motor again.

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