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Old Feb 4, 2006 | 09:19 PM
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Engine for the S130 *pic*

Yes, its a JDM VG30DET. Will be stripped and rebuilt, new GT35R turbo too if funds permit. Car is still in Japan, waiting for AU import approval, bugger.

Old Feb 4, 2006 | 09:36 PM
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How much HP are you looking to get?? I do not like the GT35r turbo.. They flow like 46lbs. hr. YOu can get 450WHP out of it but will be maxing it out all of the time.. I just talked my friend into a T/4 for his RB.. GT35r's in my opinion are good for civics.. Plus 1200.00USD

Any ways good luck on the swap good to see something a little different..
Old Feb 4, 2006 | 09:49 PM
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Always open to turbo suggestions, looking for 500whp but do prefer a BB. The internal wastegate one at the top of the page here http://www.horsepowerinabox.com/HPIAB2/category12_2.htm
Old Feb 4, 2006 | 10:09 PM
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Ah s/c is always going to tell you you're getting ripped off on turbos cause he gets em so cheap And he also sells T4 flanges so of course he's going to recommend a T4 But hey he could probably hook you up with both for pretty cheap
Old Feb 4, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by jfairladyz
Ah s/c is always going to tell you you're getting ripped off on turbos cause he gets em so cheap And he also sells T4 flanges so of course he's going to recommend a T4 But hey he could probably hook you up with both for pretty cheap
hey I can get a GT35 for 800.00 with BB but it is small.. Everyone else sells for 1200.00.. Maybe a GT35R would be good..
http://boostfactoryturbochargers.com/GT-series.htm
Old Feb 4, 2006 | 11:42 PM
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your going to have major steering issues with a bigger turbo.
Old Feb 4, 2006 | 11:51 PM
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Originally Posted by hoov100zx
your going to have major steering issues with a bigger turbo.
Remember this lucky guy is on australia.. RHD
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