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05:26, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Rust (Created page with "category:Cosmetic ==Rust== The Australian R31 Skyline has reasonable rust protection applied to the steel, and some of the body is very well protected by some kind of soft wax product. Other seams in the body are sealed with some kind of sealant that reacts very badly to water. Over time this sealant becomes spongy and holds water against the seams, becoming a rust accelerant, rather than an inhibitor. The Japanese R31 Skylines seem to have been more fortunate in t...")
05:25, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Rubber Flare Front Lip (Created page with "Well it was crunch time for me, every one else seems to be putting front lips on. But I dont like the idea of using garden edging so I went out to "Queensland Diesel Spares" and bought some "truck wheel arch flare" it's made from rubber and it can flex if you happen to hit anything, thats a bonus in my eyes. ==Tools needed== *1 - 10 mm spanner *2 - 10 mm socket with small extention *3 - Phillips head screw driver *4 - Read the how to on front and rear end S3 conversio...")
05:24, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Replacing Door Handles And Locks (Created page with "category:Cosmetic == Introduction == This article describes the procedure for replacing the door handles and locks in your R31. == Tools Needed == *10mm socket *Extension bar *Ratchet spanner *Small flat head *and your fingers *(minus the tools for taking the door trims off) == Removing the Door Handles == *Wind your windows all the way up. *Pull the door trims off (as described in Door_trim_-Removal). *Pull the plastic film back o...")
05:16, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Removing Coupe Door Glass and Regulator (Created page with "category:Cosmetic category:Electrical ==Introduction== This guide describes how to remove the power window glass, frame and motor from the door of a coupe. It assumes that you have already removed the door trim. ==Tools Needed== *10mm socket *14mm socket *long skinny bar/screwdriver for leavering *swear jar ==Procedure== The pictures in this guide show a spare door (removed from car). The procedure is the same if the door is on the car, with the door trim re...")
05:13, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page R33 Seat Installation (Created page with "'''1''' Take out old seats and pull them apart. You need some of the pieces. Image:Seat r33 01.jpg Image:Seat r33 02.jpg '''2''' You need these nuts and bolts for each seat. M8x20mm high tensile bolts. Image:Seat r33 03.jpg '''3''' Re-drill the inside holes on each side of the seat and grind off the part of the outside rail shown. I used an 8.5mm drill bit. Image:Seat r33 04.jpg Image:Seat r33 05.jpg '''4''' Bolt the outside rail to the outsid...")
05:12, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Panel Removal (Created page with "Category:Cosmetic ==The Front Bumper== A relatively easy one to start. There are two screws on either side of the bumper where it wraps around the guards. Underneath two 14mm bolts and two 14mm nuts hold the bumper on: image:Bumper_bolts.jpg You have to disconnect the indicator plugs first. image:Bumper_front7.jpg ==The Rear Bumper== The bumper is held on by the following fasteners in the following locations: Three 10mm bolts on passenger's side, t...")
05:08, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Mounting JDM Number Plates (Created page with "The screw holes for jap plates and the holes in the bootlid for aus plates are out. First thought was to re-drill the plates but: 1. re-drilling plates looks cheap and tacky 2. the 2 holes needed to be drilled right in the middle of the script ==Supplies== 1m x 50mm x 6mm flat bar (6mm thick, 50mm wide, 1m long - shortest off the shelf length) 1x packet of metal tek screws M10x16mm (i chose the flat head with star point "phillips head" drive) 1x packet of 3/4 flat w...")
05:05, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page Modded S3 Front Bumper (Created page with "category:Cosmetic First you need to get hold of your series 3 front bar Image:s3frontbar.jpg I used a little saw for this job, a dremel would be just as good, but what you plainly need to do is cut the bulk of the centre out to make final cuts straighter/easier and smoother. 700px Now that you have made your bumper more accessable, you can get some masking tape (don't use electrical tape it doesnt stick silly me). With the masking tape yo...")
04:17, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs created page File:5StudR1.jpg
04:17, 1 September 2024 GavinG7 talk contribs uploaded File:5StudR1.jpg
13:21, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Wheel studs -Replacing (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels The whole process should only take about 30-60mins.. maybe even less if you know what you're doing. Its a fairly easy job. If you are wanting to do this, it's probably a good idea to replace the brake pads as well while you're at it. First of all, jack the car up on the wheel you want to change, chock the other wheels, and take off the handbrake. (important that you do, you'll see why later). Remove the wheel. Here y...")
13:20, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Wheel and Tyre Specifications (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels =Tyres= Located inside your glovebox, you will find this guide. Image:Tyres.jpg =Wheels= Wheel Specifications ==Stud pattern and offset== *The stud pattern is 4 studs at 114.3mm (PCD 4.5) *Offset 30 *Silhouette and Ti both have 15" alloys. *GTS1 and GTS2 both have 16" powder coated alloys. *All other models have 14" steel wheels. =Ti= 425px|Ti mag =GTS1= Image:Gts1-wheel.j...")
13:20, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Standard Brake Improvements (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels == Introduction == The standard brakes on Aus built R31s are pretty useless. It is recommended for track use, turbo, or large power to upgrade the front brake calipers. For options to upgrade the brake calipers, see the "See Also" section at the bottom of this article. However, for members with little power over stock and just wanting to maximise their brake performance using the standard calipers, this article provides several recommenda...")
13:20, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Rearbrakes2 (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels How to rebuild a brake caliper. Firstly, brakes are obviously the primary mechanism for slowing your car down to a stop. This guide is intended to show the steps required to rebuild a brake caliper. You should make yourself familiar with how your brakes work and make sure you have the tools and skill to complete the job. If not, don't chance it, and take it to a professional. Now, lets rebuild a caliper. I've chosen this particular calip...")
13:20, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Rear Brakes -Reconditioning (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels thumb|125px|Rear caliper assembly The following is the procedure I took to recondition my brake calipers. It is a bitch of a job because of the handbrake setup, but is well worth doing yourself. ==Parts required== *2 x PBR K1488S R31 Skyline rear caliper seal kits (do both at same time) approx $30 *Rear brake pads *Methylated sprirts (1 litre +) *Brake fluid *Silicon grease (the workshop manual reco...")
13:19, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Rear Brake Pad Replacement (Created page with "I hope you are sitting down, 'cause this will floor you. Ever spent 6 weeks trying to wind one piston in on a caliper? it shouldn't be this hard! surely! (It isn't!) The origins of this trick is unknown, everyone who knows it has their own magical story of how it came about. I've known about it for 6 years, when two of my fellow OG South Australian members Naife & Charged (and I) perfected what is now an artform. I can do this in under 5 minutes. Grab a Caliper! (you c...")
13:19, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page R33 NA Brakes (Created page with "==Old vs New== This is where we're starting from. Stock import brakes are an uninspiring 274x22 compared with the 280x26 R33 GTS brakes. 640px|center New and old next to each other. {{4Image|align=center|img1=R33NA2.jpg|img2=R33NA3.jpg|img3=R33NA4.jpg|img4=R33NA5.jpg}} You can see the difference in diameter from the top, it's 6mm, but the biggest difference can be seen side on. {{2Image|img1=R33NA6.jpg|img2=R33NA7.jpg}} The old discs have a new t...")
13:19, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page R33 Brake Upgrade (Created page with "category:Brakes_and_Wheels If you've already got import or GTS struts, here's a easy way to get better braking. I've fitted R33 GTSt rotors with R33 GTSt calipers, no spacers, no washers, bolted straight up. I gave the lower arm some minor love with the hammer, but it's far from anything drastic believe me. When you do it, you'll see what I mean. image:R33_brake3.jpg I bought a pair of reconditioned red painted R33 GTSt calipers with Endless CCX pads for...")
13:19, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Offset (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels right The offset of a wheel is the distance from the mounting surface of the wheel to the true centerline of the rim. The offset can be one of three types. '''Zero Offset''' The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel. '''Positive''' The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front wheel drive cars and newer rear driv...")
13:19, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Master Cylinder Upgrade (Created page with "In my upgrade I used a NON-ABS Brake master (BM44) from a R32 Skyline. Why NON-ABS? because it has the correct number of outlets! ABS have only two instead of three which our cars have (two for front left and front right and one for the rear) You could use a R33 Brake Master if you had one. Also a Brake booster to match. 640px|center|link= All other skyline Boosters should all have the same bolts in the same locations with the exact same 12mm nu...")
13:18, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Mag wheels that fit R31s (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels The stud pattern is 4 studs at 114.3mm (PCD 4.5) Offset 25 to 30 It is possible to fit 18"s under your guards. If you are really ambitious, 19"s may fit with a bit of guard rolling. If you can't find the wheels that you want in the right offset, you will have to resort to using spacers. You can also get spacers which will convert the hub from 4 stud to 5 stud. Be aware that spacers are dangerous, and ''not legal for road use'' in most...")
13:18, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Hydraulic Handbrake (Created page with "==DRIFT 31's Method== There is a brake line that runs from the master cylinder to the diff, then splits into two, one to each caliper. Disconnect it at the diff and all along the chassis at each mounting point until roughly behind the drivers seat, then using the right pipe cutter, cut off the threaded nut and DO NOT LOSE IT. Drill two holes just behind the left hand mount of the drivers side seat. Take the line and CAREFULLY bend it so that it doesn't kink or break, and...")
13:18, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page GTS brake upgrade (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels thumb|100px|GTS/HR31 Basic upgrade on an R31 begins with a set of struts, rotors and calipers from a GTS1, GTS2, or turbo import. Once you have the basics, you can upgrade from there. If you want a cheap upgrade and already have GTS struts, you can use the calipers and discs off an R33 Non Turbo. These are Twin Spot calipers and 280mm 4 stud discs, they are 26mm thick. Performing this upgrade gives b...")
13:18, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Front Wheel Bearings (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels Replacing front wheel bearings requires roughly 1/2 an hour to 45 minutes to do per sode if you take time and do it all properly, make sure you have plenty of rags handy. ==Tools Used== Several tools & accessories are required, these include, but are not limited to: *Jack stand *Jack *Wheel brace *Bearing grease *Hammer *Pliars *Adjustable spanner *Socket set *Spanner set center|thumb|190px|Jack stand etc...")
13:17, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Brake Upgrades Miscellaneous (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels ==The Menu== Rotor diameter down the left, rotor thickness along the top: Image:Brakes_nissan_table.gif ==Standard Australian R31 Strut/Brake/Hub== Pretty underbraked by today's standards. 250mm x 22mm rotor is integrated with the hub, making rotor upgrades difficult. Caliper mounting bolts are 3 1/2" (88.9mm) apart which is an orphan dimension in terms of later bigger Nissan brakes. Image:Brake_r31_strut.jpg Image:Brake_...")
13:17, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Brake specifications (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels =Front brake all Australian delivered cars except GTS= thumb|125px|Front caliper assembly thumb|125px|Front *'''Brake model:''' Girlock Slimline Colette *'''Pad:''' Width x thickness x length = 43 x 11 x 129 mm (1.69 x 0.43 x 5.08 in) *'''Rotor outer diameter:''' 250 mm (9.84 in) *'''Caliper inner diameter:''' 54.0 mm (2.126 in) The caliper assembly consists of two...")
13:17, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Brake pad reviews (Created page with "category:Brakes and Wheels ==Standard Pads== '''Bendix standard''' Very Standard, these pads are the bottom end of the Bendix range, the last time I bought a set, they were around $100 an end. Quiet pads, not inclined to squeal, not much dust and what there was was easy to clean off. Soft on the rotors but inclined to glaze up. Initial bite on brake application is fair, but there is not a lot in reserve after that, prone to fade, cold performance is OK. Good pad l...")
13:17, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Bleeding Brakes (Created page with "'''This is important!''' Make sure you don't let the master cylinder run out of fluid. If it does you'll need to start again from the beginning. First up you'll need to make a tube and bottle setup. Here's one I prepared earlier. 640px|center It's quite a smple thing, you just get any old bottle, I've used an old brake fluid bottle, but you can use anything with a plastic lid you can put a hole in. I like to use clear tube, window washer stuff so...")
13:15, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Category:Brakes and Wheels (Created page with "Brake, wheel and tyre specifications, servicing and modifications.")
13:14, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Category:Gearbox and Drivetrain (Created page with "Specifications, modifications etc.")
13:13, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Transmission Specifications (Created page with "category:Gearbox and Drivetrain ==Manual Transmission== {| |'''Model'''||FS5W71C |- |'''Type'''||5 speed synchromesh |- |'''Synchromesh'''||On all forward gears |- |'''Gear Ratios:''' |- |Fifth||0.838:1 |- |Fourth||1.000:1 |- |Third||1.308:1 |- |Second||1.902:1 |- |First||3.321:1 |- |Reverse||3.382:1 |- |'''Gear end float:''' |- |Reverse idler||0.05-0.50 mm |- |Fifth||0.32-0.39 mm |- |Second and third||0.11-0.21 mm |- |First||0.31-0.41 mm |- |'''Synchroniser ring t...")
13:13, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Throttle Position Sensor (Created page with "AKA Throttle Position Switch, Throttle Valve Switch (Nissan Service Manual). ==What it does== The TPS tells the engine ECU when to take over idle control. When you take your foot off the accelerator, the throttle butterfly comes to the idle position, the TPS idle switch closes and the ECU starts operating the AAC valve to keep the engine idling properly. This is the only influence the TPS has on the engine ECU. If it is not closing properly, the engine will idle ver...")
13:13, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Spigot bearing removal (Created page with "Category:Gearbox and Drivetrain =Hydraulic Method= Spigot bearing removal by "Hydraulic" pressure This is easy if you have a vernier and a lathe to make a shaft to fit up the inside of the spigot bearing. I used a bolt that was lying around that was the same diameter. As shown in the pics. 500px '''Step 1.''' Pump or fill the inside with grease until it starts to ooze out (as shown in pic) You want to replace all the air inside the cavit...")
13:12, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Speedometer calibration (Created page with "Category:Electrical category:Gearbox and Drivetrain Here are some pictures of the speedo board where you need to make the calibration mod: This mod will only calibrate the speedo. The odometer will still be out because this mod only adjusts the bias on the moving coil meter (speedo). To adjust both the speedo and the odometer, you need to fit a module in the speed sender wire to modify the number of pulses - I'm still workin' on that. This photo shows the c...")
13:12, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Speedo Drive Conversion Auto Manual (Created page with "Category:Gearbox and Drivetrain Category:Electrical When doing the auto to manual conversion, you're stuck with the automatic diff ratio, and the speedo drive gear from the manual gearbox. This can invoke speeding fines as your speedometer will show roughly 10% out (travelling 110km/h instead of 100km/h, whilst showing a speed of 100). There is a simple fix for this problem, and can be done in roughly 10-15 mins. ==Tools Needed:== *A small nail *A small Hamm...")
13:12, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Shifter removal (Created page with "category:gearbox and Drivetrain 500px Step 1. Remove the center console, there are screws under the little bits of carpet (inside and out). 500px 500px 500px '''Step 2.''' Take the vinyl boot off, and the ruber boot under that too. Then you have to reach in under the console and push the little tabs in. 500px I found these after I broke the console off. Once...")
13:12, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page RB25 Gearbox - Installation (Created page with "==Mounting== The R31 manual box and R33 manual box is identical in length. 640px|center|link= An S3 auto crossmember lines up perfectly but the gearbox may hit the top of the transmission tunnel, so you may need to space it downwards. This can done with washers or a couple of M12x1.25 nuts wound onto the studs, then crossmember, and then the standard nuts holding the crossmember on. 640px|center|link= ==Clutch...")
13:11, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Parts (Created page with "category:Engine category:RB30E category:Gearbox and Drivetrain == Introduction == This article contains a list of part numbers for R31s (all models) and a guide on prices that you can expect to pay for them. This information has been compiled by members, and is in no way guaranteed to be accurate. If you wish to contribute information to this article, please use this thread: [http://forum.r31skylineclub.com/index.php?topic=136051.0 R31 / HR31 part numbers...")
13:11, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Odometer repair (Created page with "category:electrical category:gearbox and Drivetrain Category:Cosmetic =Why?= Most R31s have bad odometers with a really weak gear in them, that is usually the point of fail. Why get a new cluster that hasn't "yet" failed when you can fix it for half the price? Before you go and buy parts which you think will fix your odometer I recommend opening your cluster first to make sure that it is actually this specific gear that has failed. In the 3 clusters I h...")
13:11, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Manual Conversion (Created page with "See also Speedo Drive Conversion Auto Manual to get your speedo and wiring correct. category:Gearbox and Drivetrain =Mechanical= ==Parts Required== *Manual gearbox: RB30, RB20 involve the least mods *Flywheel: RB20, RB30, (RB30 flywheel needs shorter headed bolts) *Spigot bearing: - available at Repco, Nissan, Holden etc. - $4 from Bursons, $17 from Nissan... go figure *Clutch pressure plate, driveplate, thrust bearing, clutch fork *Manual tailshaft...")
13:10, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Lube Guide (Created page with "This Lube Guide article is compiled with information compiled from [http://www.datateck.com.au www.datateck.com.au] ==PENRITE== ===Engine=== Service Refill Capacity: 4.4 Litres. (Including Filter) *[http://www.penriteoil.com.au/products.php?id_categ=1&id_brand=1&id_products=4 HPR30 20w60] *[http://www.penriteoil.com.au/products.php?id_categ=1&id_brand=5&id_products=30 Everyday 20w50] *[http://www.penriteoil.com.au/products.php?id_categ=1&id_brand=3&id_products=279 Rac...")
13:09, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential FAQ (Created page with "category:Gearbox and Drivetrain ==What diffs came in the R31?== The R31 Skyline and Pintara came with either a BW75 or BW78 differential depending on year and model. It is reckoned those cars that came with factory LSD used the BW78 diff, along with the last 1990 built Series 3 examples. The two diff types are ostensibly the same, except for the crown-wheel/pinion mesh geometry. This change requires modification of the BW78 pinion, to make it fit the BW75 housing, b...")
13:09, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - Resealing (Created page with "This guide is for people who want help replacing the gasket or having to reseal the Diff. You need. *1X Diff gasket $4-$5 depending on where you go. Mine cost me $4.60 and the Code was FAL-021 and brand was ACL *1x Gasket sealent $5-$10 again depending on where you go. Image:Diff gasket 1.jpg Image:Diff gasket 2.jpg To replace the gasket you have to undo all of the bolts holding the back plate on. They are 1/2 Inch (sorry forgot how many bolts). Image:Di...")
13:09, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - Replacing (Created page with "category:gearbox and Drivetrain Replacing differential Lock the steering wheel and chock a front wheel with bricks or suitable device and jack the rear of the vehicle up by the diff centre and support the car on chassis stands under the two chassis rails near the back of the car. Jack the car up quite a bit more than you normally would when changing a tyre because when you release the jack, the axle assembly will drop down since it wont be supporting the weight of...")
13:08, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - Ratios (Created page with "category:Gearbox and Drivetrain Skyline: Manual (lsd and open) : 3.7 Automatic (lsd and open) :3.89 Pintara (not sure on manual) : 4.11 GTS2 (both auto and manual) : 3.89 Speedo is driven off the gearbox, therefore putting a manual gearbox with an auto diff will put the speed out 5% (speedo will read higher than actual car speed).")
13:08, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - LSD Locker (Created page with "=Lokka= Image:Diff locker1.jpg Image:Diff locker2.jpg =Silo BW78 Cone LSD= Image:Diff silo LSD.jpg Photos: '''Devious Jet''' Category:Gearbox and Drivetrain")
13:08, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - Installing a Mini Spool (Created page with "category:Gearbox and Drivetrain == What a Mini Spool does: == A Mini Spool simply locks the diff... i.e. The wheels can NOT spin independantly. It replaces all the spider gears inside the diff centre with a solid chunk of metal. It will have the same effect as welding the diff. The advantage is that it is a lot stronger than welding and if necessary, reversible. This is a Minispool for a BorgWarner 78 - 28spline diff: (apologies for the poor quality phone camera pic...")
13:08, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Differential - Checking Fluid Level (Created page with "category:gearbox and Drivetrain Image:Diff_015.jpg The large flat bolt on the back of the diff is for checking/refilling diff fluid. Its a 1 1/8 inch (imperial, not metric, but somewhere around 28-29mm). I didn't have to jack the car, however with the car flat on the ground, its hard to get a bottle in there to refill it. Recommend either a socket with a breaker, or a ring spanner. Be careful where your hands are, because it'll suddenly turn and theres a lot...")
13:07, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Crossmember (Created page with "category:Gearbox and Drivetrain There were 2 different types of crossmember used in the R31. Irrespective of which crossmember is fitted, the front end geometry should be within the limits specified in the service manual. {| | '''Production''' || '''Identification colour''' || '''Front Track''' |- | '''Early''' || Light grey || 1425mm |- | '''Late''' || Black || 1434mm |} 500px|Crossmember")
13:07, 4 August 2024 Session talk contribs created page Clutch Specifications (Created page with "Category:Gearbox and Drivetrain '''''Clutch Tech''''' <u>'''Skyline'''</u> {| |Clutch Disc Diameter (mm): || 240mm |- |Clutch Disc Spline Count: || 24 |- |Clutch Disc Spline Diameter (mm):|| 25.4mm |- |Clutch Control: || Hydraulic |- |Master cylinder I.D. mm: || 15.87 (5/8") |- |Slave cylinder I.D. mm: || 19.05 (3/4") |- |Spigot Bearing: || 16.00mm ID x 20.62mm OD x 17.53mm L (Industry # ASB520) |- |Flywheel Step: || +0.17mm (Flat step will still work) |- |Ring...")