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23-10-2007, 09:15 PM
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Hey guys after much procrastinating.. im selling my EB XR6..
Im after something fresh.. I originally wanted an R33 Gts-t skyline.... but after many test drives of skylines with 320rwhp i just wasnt satisfied... I just dont think i can convert from the good old aussie falcon... Ive got about 20k to spend... what do you guys reckon i should do... just after some advice.. thanks, Brad.
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23-10-2007, 09:22 PM
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if i had 20k to spend i would go for an BNR32 GTR kinda old now most of the old version of the RB26DETT would need a rebuild and thats not cheap!
but i would consider an BA XR6T i dont know how much that would set u back mate but those are ideas that came in2 my head
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23-10-2007, 09:24 PM
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Slide Baby Slide
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R33 = Jap Taxi
Try a Ceffy/Laurel/ Old school Soarer with a 1jz. Or go a stroker
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:the_finge You want more inches...........STROKE IT!!! :the_finge Mr Super Skid-Man |
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23-10-2007, 09:30 PM
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haha thanks for the quick replies guys... but in the title i did say..
E-Series.. Turbo 6 or Worked 8... 
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23-10-2007, 09:34 PM
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Slide Baby Slide
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Worked 8
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:the_finge You want more inches...........STROKE IT!!! :the_finge Mr Super Skid-Man |
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23-10-2007, 09:39 PM
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White Car Driver
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Haha, as if it needs discussion, Worked 8 for sure.
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23-10-2007, 09:39 PM
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turbo 6 for sure
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23-10-2007, 09:42 PM
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worked 8 for me as well
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23-10-2007, 09:48 PM
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its debatable could spent 20k on a i6 and drivetrain and put out 600+hp or you could go for a blown stroker.. it comes down to personal liking
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23-10-2007, 09:48 PM
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its TickfordXRs choice though weather he wants turbo or a Monster V8
i would go Turbo Sixa
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23-10-2007, 09:50 PM
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What's green is gold
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I'd go for a worked 8, but unfortuntly not an E-series.
Clevo all the way...
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23-10-2007, 10:08 PM
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Turbo 6... when you're off the pedal they're quiet, idle smoothly, have the same fuel economy as any other Falcon 6 and you have that awesome midrange when you want it.
Mind you, nothing beats the sound of a decent 8!
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23-10-2007, 10:08 PM
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Well i guess theres always the option of keeping me EB XR6 it has an AU XR6 engine... but the body is getting old and moving on....
What would cost for a full body make over... like all dents and rust out and repsray... Then a turbo kit and ECU... would that fit in the budget of 15k - 20k?
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24-10-2007, 12:50 AM
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VX SS 5.7lt, or save up another 5k and get yourself a VX R8 Clubsport or a XR6 Turbo. Your average R33 wouldn't stand a chance against any of these cars.
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24-10-2007, 09:38 AM
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Another vote for the 8. Nothing better
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24-10-2007, 10:03 AM
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turbo 6 would be fun yes.. but just think of the insanely huge grin you'll get each morning as u plomp your ar5e into your car, turn the key and 8 cylinders of firey hell awaken and just taunt you to stomp your right foot down...
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24-10-2007, 10:18 AM
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how bout a turbo worked 8
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24-10-2007, 10:23 AM
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depends on taste!! both r good in different aspects!
i like 6's so id go a turbo but i wouldnt mind a tuff 8 either |
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24-10-2007, 10:56 AM
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Worked 8 craps all over a turbo 6, just think of the mussle, the roar....nothing better!! :evil3:
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24-10-2007, 11:00 AM
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SUPERCHARGED 8.
there is no other choice. |
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24-10-2007, 04:26 PM
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I guess it depends on what you plan on using the car for? Daily Driver = Turbo 6 - smooth, quiet and economical when driven sedately but turns into a monster when needed. Weekender = Blown 8 - tuff, sounds awesome but chews fuel... Quote:
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24-10-2007, 05:14 PM
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Small deposit on a XY GT-HO??
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24-10-2007, 09:25 PM
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Hey thanks for all the comments guys..
Yeah haha id love a GT-HO but you know... Well I think im gonna stick with the turbo 6 idea.. as i didnt mention i want it to be a daily driver aswell.. but when i want the poke i now it will be there without have to tow a gas station behind me
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24-10-2007, 09:27 PM
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Turbo'd 8 ????
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24-10-2007, 09:47 PM
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Might pay to think of insurance issues etc up front. Aside from that it all depends on what you like. BOV's or big cams and a lumpy idle. My Turbo EF feels and sounds a bit too much like a taxi to me, that is until I open it up.
I seriously considered going the cammed LS1 route, and probably still will. Afterall lets face it. What's better, an LS1 or windsor... |
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24-10-2007, 10:13 PM
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Sooo does that mean your going to sell your EF hehe
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24-10-2007, 11:16 PM
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24-10-2007, 11:36 PM
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Yeah thats exactly what im thinking... I mean i'd love a turbo E-Series but... You also get many hassles...
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25-10-2007, 12:05 AM
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My EB GT has a vortec on it so my vote is V8 all the way !!!
It dont matter how much you fiddle with a six it never sounds as good as an 8. |
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25-10-2007, 12:56 PM
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Make it an R34 or BNR32 GTR both cheap these days! Or if you want a 4 door still get a JZX100 Chaser (1JZ-GTE VVTI, auto or manuall) or Aristo (2JZ-GTE, auto). That would be my choices. |
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E-Series.. Turbo 6 or Worked 8
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