ADD Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 Hello all, the soop has it 103k now just wondering have i left it too late now to get a single converstion? taking into consideration 103k miles worth of wear and tear on engine gearbox etc. Was thinking T51R! cheers Add Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim_1979 Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 No reason to say too late. As long as the car has been regularly maintained etc, should be in decent condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 15, 2008 Author Share Posted August 15, 2008 its certainly been maintained whilst with me. not sure whilst in japan though!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 If you are going T51 are you not planning a rebuild anyway? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 15, 2008 Author Share Posted August 15, 2008 If you are going T51 are you not planning a rebuild anyway? Should i be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 I think so. Mine has doone 60k, well maintained for the last 6 years anyway and I am having a rebuild for the T51 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 15, 2008 Author Share Posted August 15, 2008 I think so. Mine has doone 60k, well maintained for the last 6 years anyway and I am having a rebuild for the T51 mmmmmmm good thinkin bat man. Do you mind me asking how much it will be costing for the rebuild? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 I am frightened to add it all up ,, lol. I haven't added it all up yet but I will do so this weekend and PM you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanM Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 But its expensive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 15, 2008 Author Share Posted August 15, 2008 guessed it would be ATB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshBhp Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Do a compression check first, if all good no harm in fitting the kit as long as you running below 1.4 boost and good fueling etc. One thing, you are only good for approx 500 hp due to stock auto box So T51 will be overkill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pig Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 If your looking to go single i would either do what jamie has done and buy a low milage 6 speed or get one thats already been done. Having owned a single with an auto box i would suggest sticking with a manual. P.S - T51 on an auto would be no fun AT ALL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Having owned a single with an auto box i would suggest sticking with a manual. ahh guess you never tried a high stall then, absolutely nothing wrong with a single on an auto and as long as the engine has been looked after the mileage should not be an issue, i would suggest you try and get a test drive in a T61 auto and better still one equiped with a high stall torque converter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 I had my UK spec put on a t-61 at 128,000 miles and it showed no problems at all. I sold it with 133,000 on it to a man from Sweden who plans on drag racing the car. The mileage shouldnt be a problem, valve stem oil seals may a little worn but it would be fine. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 If you are staying on the stock auto box i would consider a much smaller turbo if i was you, phr street kit or BL T61 would be my choice. If you are considering going manual im still not sure id go with such a large turbo, on a stock engine i dont think you will get the most out of it. Id go T04-z or T67 and i think it would make a faster street car as you will be able the run the turbo at its full potential and with better spool it would make for a nicer drive imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb10supra Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Add dont bother mate....stick with your hybrids if they are working fine....im sure I will get shot down by everyone for saying that. Just maximise what you have there already, ie extra cooling, proper ducting of your FMIC, brakes, suspension inc bushings, joints etc and upgrading parts that are now getting old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 17, 2008 Author Share Posted August 17, 2008 Thank you all for your advice! i just love the noice of the kai.... mikey that is a valid point mate. Time to think. Ive never been in a single before so it would be a good call to have a drive in one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 18, 2008 Author Share Posted August 18, 2008 If i was to get hold of a BL t61 or T67 tubby, baring in mind the mod's i have already what doyou think the cost would be for fitting and extra things needed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 If i was to get hold of a BL t61 or T67 tubby, baring in mind the mod's i have already what doyou think the cost would be for fitting and extra things needed? Look at JamieP's build in "Project Cars" section. He has all the prices listed so just add up the parts you don't have... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul mac Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 If i was to get hold of a BL t61 or T67 tubby, baring in mind the mod's i have already what doyou think the cost would be for fitting and extra things needed? you could just about get away with a stock stall torque converter on the T61 but you wont get the best out of it, a T67 would definately need a Hi stall otherwise it would be lag monster, budget about £600-800 for the hi-stall purchased and fitted, your auto box needs to be in good nic as well or the single will soon show up any deficiencys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADD Posted August 18, 2008 Author Share Posted August 18, 2008 you could just about get away with a stock stall torque converter on the T61 but you wont get the best out of it, a T67 would definately need a Hi stall otherwise it would be lag monster, budget about £600-800 for the hi-stall purchased and fitted, your auto box needs to be in good nic as well or the single will soon show up any deficiencys ok mate thank you for info, been looking at Nic's gt35r deals must admit very interested. im pretty happy that i have most things for the singke set up but just gotta see what the price for purchase is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 ok mate thank you for info, been looking at Nic's gt35r deals must admit very interested. im pretty happy that i have most things for the singke set up but just gotta see what the price for purchase is. Here's a link to my GT35R conversion from Nic. Still awaiting parts but once I get them you'll know more. You can see from the first post how much I've spent... http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=155492 I'm going to do a manual conversion too, as the auto/tiptronic box won't last long at that power and the ECU choices get tricky with VVTI and auto... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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