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doyle4281 · 12-11-2008, 08:25 PM

Video clip........ YouTube - RB25DET S14 240sx

Updated body kit pictures below

I have been on this forum awhile, and have never posted any pictures or posted any information about my car. Pictures and build threads have been so helpful during my conversion, that I would like to extend the knowleadge I have gained from my conversion to anyone interested. Upon request I will post detailed pictures of anything I can, and provide some information on the process based on what I have done. I purchased the car 4 years ago with the intention of installing an SR20DET, without knowledge of infinite number of possible swaps. I was only interested in swapping another Nissan powerplant, which brought me to the RB engine. After seeing the rediculous power potential and the great aftermarket support of the RB engines, it seemed to be what I was looking for. At the time the RB26DETT and RB30DET were out of my range and the power output of an RB20DET was lower than I was looking for. I purchased an RB25DET from JSEPC.com for $2800 shipped to Jersey. The motor was in great condition and was completely stock. I sourced all the necessary components, compared and contasted the differences and began purchasing. This is what I have done so far:

Current: 1995 240sx SE Ruby Pearl
Engine:
Series 1 RB25DET w/ 5spd transmission (converted harness) RB26 soon...
Syko Performance mount kit (R33 Crossmember)
Syko Performance 3" turbo elbow
Syko Performance custom intercooler piping
Nistune engine management
Blitz 3" Downpipe
Blitz Nur Spec exhaust
Greddy intake manifold/TB adapter (authentic, emblem not installed)
HKS SSQV (Older version)
Apexi intake
Koyo radiator
FAL Pusher electric fans
HDI FMIC w/ silicone couplers and clamps
Spec 6 puck clutch
Walbro 255 lph fuel pump
Nismo fuel pressure regulator
Aeromotive fuel pressure gauge
Eboost 2 boost controller
Custom power steering line/cooler setup
Suspension/Chassis:
Apexi EXV coilovers
Brembo setup front/rear
Rotora front/rear rotors
Energy Suspension Bushings (subframe, rear spindles, front/rear lower control arms)
Baller Bolts eccentric lockouts
1" Z32 Master Cylinder
j30 VSLD
Yamato Garage Traction Rods
Yamato Garage Tension rods
Yamato Garage Toe rods
Yamato Garage RUCA
Body:
Kouki conversion
Origin Lab stylish front bumper
Origin Lab stylish sideskirts
Nismo 270r rear bumper (jspec.com)
JDM kouki spoiler
JDM grille
Kouki tailights
Ruby Pearl paint
Wheels:
Work XD9 18x9 +20/18x10 +18 Factory Custom Gunmetal

Email [email protected]

Pretty much everything roughly in place....

Custom steering line and cooler

Syko Performance intercooler pipes w/ Old style HKS SSQV (hard to find these days) amazing quality and fit, thank you Gary

Blitz Nur Spec R exhaust

Origin Lab Stylish front bumper

Origin Lab Stylish sideskirts

Real

Jspec.com N-spec rear bumper (270r replica)

brunswick240 · 12-11-2008, 08:27 PM

PICS!!!11 duhhhh

turtle m3th · 12-12-2008, 12:36 AM

Do you have more pictures of your paint, because I just picked up a ruby pearl zenki and it has very faded paint. I feel that it is one of the better colors that the zenki's came in, but it's hard to find pictures of them resprayed. I'd appreciate it if you could throw some up.

240SXsaint · 12-12-2008, 12:44 AM

that is a sick build any ideas of what kind of power its pushin

jamben · 12-12-2008, 01:20 AM

nice build you can tell a lot of time and man hours were put in

doyle4281 · 12-12-2008, 02:35 AM

Thanks guys, I appreciate it. The paint is stock, except for the engine bay. I had my dad spray it when everything was out. It was not that hard, I removed all the clips and brackets that hold everything down (body harness,brake lines,fuse box)and tied strings to everything suspending them from the cieling. The rest of the paint is starting to fade in some areas, espicially the clear. I agree that this is one of the nicest colors they offered, and a fresh coat would look amazing. I have an RB26DETT being built, when it is complete, at that time I am considering painting the car a Grayish color, like the 2009 GTR, I love the matte black accents. That won't be until next year though.

turtle m3th · 12-12-2008, 01:48 PM

Nice to see that you're doing it legit! I am uncertain whether or not I am going to stay with the stock color because my guy is only charging $300 more for a color change! Just picked up all new window seals from nissan this morning though, but I have no idea when I'm gonna put it in the booth. Keep us posted on your progress, it looks great so far. Oh yeah, bigger pictures would be nice too

Fam0uZ · 12-12-2008, 02:31 PM

Nice build, keep the pic coming!

ROUGE180 · 12-12-2008, 03:25 PM

Pictures!! Dooittttttt!!! Nowwwwwwww!!!!!!!

doyle4281 · 12-12-2008, 09:54 PM

Thanks for the comments, I will post some more pictures in a few days. As for the hp, on normal boost(around 10-12psi) I would imagine somewhere in the low 300hp range to the wheels. Although I am really not too sure.

Hey Turtle M3th

What did you pay for all the weather stripping/window seals, and is it a pain to install? The stripping on my windshield is getting old and the gaps are starting to open up. As for the paint, $300 extra for a color change is a bargain if it is being done right, although Ruby Pearl is nice, and you don't really see that many done up. When I put the kouki front end on, If will decide for sure, I will change to Gray/Graphite color.

turtle m3th · 12-12-2008, 10:08 PM

I got them for a steal cause of a hook up I've got over at mossy Nissan! Not sure what the actual cost is though. Are you thinking of IS300 graphite Grey pearl? cause is so that would be very nice. If i was gonna do a color change I'm thinking of a black base coat with a gold pearl coat on top of that.

doyle4281 · 12-13-2008, 01:19 PM

The IS300 Graphite color is a little to dark. I want a Grey that will contrast well with matte black accents (lip, hood scoop, center of spoiler). For now I am putting the cosmetics on the back burner, in order to concentrate my effort on the RB26.

obsolete · 01-27-2009, 09:13 AM

Hey, how does your coils feel on jersey streets?

silentstyle1 · 01-27-2009, 09:48 AM

Hey Ian, thats looking pretty good, cant wait to see it. I'll be sure to bring the s14 down as soon as its finished, I have alot of parts waiting back home for it.

Got any more updates for us?

Grenade180sx · 01-27-2009, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silentstyle1

Hey Ian, thats looking pretty good, cant wait to see it. I'll be sure to bring the s14 down as soon as its finished, I have alot of parts waiting back home for it.

Got any more updates for us?

nice little write up to the OP and thank you to you mr silent for serving our country

EDT007 · 01-27-2009, 11:10 AM

What part of jersey you from? Car is looking good btw!

doyle4281 · 02-23-2009, 01:57 AM

Thank you for the positive feedback. I fired up the motor the other day and it ran great. The idle was a little rough in the beginning, but after a few minutes it stabilized. There are still some things left to do, a lot of small details, and bugs to work out, but it was awesome to hear it finally run. I will post a video soon.

Big ups to my man Hunter (silentstyle1) for doing what we should all have to do!

doyle4281 · 04-30-2009, 10:31 PM

Pics updated....looking for USDM kouki bumper, lip, and driverside kouki tailight if anyone can help

tinys s14 · 05-03-2009, 06:04 PM

wow clean swap man.

gijoe69 · 05-13-2009, 06:52 PM

how do you like pushers vs pullers for a fan setup?

doyle4281 · 05-13-2009, 07:09 PM

Unless you use the stock radiator or notch the rad support, using a pullers is impossible. You have to be careful when notching the rad support because the fill spout will not clear the hood if you move it up to forward. I would suggest just using pushers, as it probably wont make a huge difference for a street application. If you get crafty you can make the pullers work, but I wanted to keep things simple.

ANVIL · 05-14-2009, 08:54 AM

so u went from a 25 to a 26? and it was already modded but you are re-doing it?

doyle4281 · 05-14-2009, 12:56 PM

I will be running the RB25 for awhile, until I gather enough money to finish the 26. By that time, I might decide to put the 26 in something else, like a z32 or FD. For now I am going to enjoy the RB25. I plan doing a cheap turbo upgrade and some fuel system upgrades. Should be a fun daily driver.

doyle4281 · 05-28-2009, 11:36 PM

Updated pictures and video..... Thank you

OBEEWON · 05-29-2009, 06:23 AM

Do want....

doyle4281 · 06-17-2009, 11:32 PM

I roughly mounted the Origin front bumper today. It fit surprisingly well, and appears to require minimal modification. The crash bar had to be cut quite a bit, however. The gaps for the grill and headlights look good, which is a problem I have seen quite often. I will have to drill new holes for the headlights to mount, as the car was originally a zenki. I am roughly mounting all the body panels, and will then drill and mount them permanentally. I will post updates as I go, and gladly answer any questions.

cole d · 06-19-2009, 03:11 AM

Hey how did the Syko mount kit work out for you? I'm trying to decide between this and 1jz swap for my s13.

doyle4281 · 06-19-2009, 10:47 AM

The Syko Performance kit is by far the best mounting solution available. The position and appearance looks OEM, and the quality is second to none. The design makes installation as simple as a factory setup, and addresses the problem of downpipe interferance with the steering shaft. The kit comes with the motor mounts, spacers for the trans mount, spacers for the sway bar, and a turbo elbow to allow the use of an SR20 downpipe. You will need to purchase the skyline crossmember seperately, which pop up from time to time on ebay for around $100. The driveshaft is available through Driveshaftshop.com, which is another excellent product. I can take detailed pictures of the setup, if anyone is interested. Speak to Gary at Syko Performance, I have never encountered better customer service than he provides.

StanBo · 11-24-2011, 09:40 PM

Finished pictures?

Tantwoforty · 11-25-2011, 02:01 AM

ats a bad bitch

12-11-2008, 08:25 PM	#1
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	My RB25DET S14.... Video clip........ YouTube - RB25DET S14 240sx Updated body kit pictures below I have been on this forum awhile, and have never posted any pictures or posted any information about my car. Pictures and build threads have been so helpful during my conversion, that I would like to extend the knowleadge I have gained from my conversion to anyone interested. Upon request I will post detailed pictures of anything I can, and provide some information on the process based on what I have done. I purchased the car 4 years ago with the intention of installing an SR20DET, without knowledge of infinite number of possible swaps. I was only interested in swapping another Nissan powerplant, which brought me to the RB engine. After seeing the rediculous power potential and the great aftermarket support of the RB engines, it seemed to be what I was looking for. At the time the RB26DETT and RB30DET were out of my range and the power output of an RB20DET was lower than I was looking for. I purchased an RB25DET from JSEPC.com for $2800 shipped to Jersey. The motor was in great condition and was completely stock. I sourced all the necessary components, compared and contasted the differences and began purchasing. This is what I have done so far: Current: 1995 240sx SE Ruby Pearl *Engine:* Series 1 RB25DET w/ 5spd transmission (converted harness) RB26 soon... Syko Performance mount kit (R33 Crossmember) Syko Performance 3" turbo elbow Syko Performance custom intercooler piping Nistune engine management Blitz 3" Downpipe Blitz Nur Spec exhaust Greddy intake manifold/TB adapter (authentic, emblem not installed) HKS SSQV (Older version) Apexi intake Koyo radiator FAL Pusher electric fans HDI FMIC w/ silicone couplers and clamps Spec 6 puck clutch Walbro 255 lph fuel pump Nismo fuel pressure regulator Aeromotive fuel pressure gauge Eboost 2 boost controller Custom power steering line/cooler setup *Suspension/Chassis:* Apexi EXV coilovers Brembo setup front/rear Rotora front/rear rotors Energy Suspension Bushings (subframe, rear spindles, front/rear lower control arms) Baller Bolts eccentric lockouts 1" Z32 Master Cylinder j30 VSLD Yamato Garage Traction Rods Yamato Garage Tension rods Yamato Garage Toe rods Yamato Garage RUCA *Body:* Kouki conversion Origin Lab stylish front bumper Origin Lab stylish sideskirts Nismo 270r rear bumper (jspec.com) JDM kouki spoiler JDM grille Kouki tailights Ruby Pearl paint Wheels: Work XD9 18x9 +20/18x10 +18 Factory Custom Gunmetal Email [email protected] Pretty much everything roughly in place.... Custom steering line and cooler Syko Performance intercooler pipes w/ Old style HKS SSQV (hard to find these days) amazing quality and fit, thank you Gary Blitz Nur Spec R exhaust Origin Lab Stylish front bumper Origin Lab Stylish sideskirts Real Jspec.com N-spec rear bumper (270r replica) Last edited by doyle4281; 07-03-2010 at 10:32 PM..

12-12-2008, 12:36 AM	#3
turtle m3th Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Age: 38 Posts: 1,608 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	Do you have more pictures of your paint, because I just picked up a ruby pearl zenki and it has very faded paint. I feel that it is one of the better colors that the zenki's came in, but it's hard to find pictures of them resprayed. I'd appreciate it if you could throw some up. __________________ "cigarettes killed my father, and raped my mother!"

12-12-2008, 01:48 PM	#7
turtle m3th Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Age: 38 Posts: 1,608 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	Nice to see that you're doing it legit! I am uncertain whether or not I am going to stay with the stock color because my guy is only charging $300 more for a color change! Just picked up all new window seals from nissan this morning though, but I have no idea when I'm gonna put it in the booth. Keep us posted on your progress, it looks great so far. Oh yeah, bigger pictures would be nice too __________________ "cigarettes killed my father, and raped my mother!"

12-12-2008, 09:54 PM	#10
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Window seals.... Thanks for the comments, I will post some more pictures in a few days. As for the hp, on normal boost(around 10-12psi) I would imagine somewhere in the low 300hp range to the wheels. Although I am really not too sure. Hey *Turtle M3th* What did you pay for all the weather stripping/window seals, and is it a pain to install? The stripping on my windshield is getting old and the gaps are starting to open up. As for the paint, $300 extra for a color change is a bargain if it is being done right, although Ruby Pearl is nice, and you don't really see that many done up. When I put the kouki front end on, If will decide for sure, I will change to Gray/Graphite color.

12-12-2008, 10:08 PM	#11
turtle m3th Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Age: 38 Posts: 1,608 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	I got them for a steal cause of a hook up I've got over at mossy Nissan! Not sure what the actual cost is though. Are you thinking of IS300 graphite Grey pearl? cause is so that would be very nice. If i was gonna do a color change I'm thinking of a black base coat with a gold pearl coat on top of that. __________________ "cigarettes killed my father, and raped my mother!"

12-11-2008, 08:27 PM	#2
brunswick240 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brunswick, OH Posts: 519 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	PICS!!!11 duhhhh

12-12-2008, 12:44 AM	#4
240SXsaint Leaky Injector Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: sin city Age: 38 Posts: 72 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	that is a sick build any ideas of what kind of power its pushin

12-12-2008, 01:20 AM	#5
jamben Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: sanjose Age: 36 Posts: 131 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	nice build you can tell a lot of time and man hours were put in

12-12-2008, 02:35 AM	#6
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Thanks guys, I appreciate it. The paint is stock, except for the engine bay. I had my dad spray it when everything was out. It was not that hard, I removed all the clips and brackets that hold everything down (body harness,brake lines,fuse box)and tied strings to everything suspending them from the cieling. The rest of the paint is starting to fade in some areas, espicially the clear. I agree that this is one of the nicest colors they offered, and a fresh coat would look amazing. I have an RB26DETT being built, when it is complete, at that time I am considering painting the car a Grayish color, like the 2009 GTR, I love the matte black accents. That won't be until next year though.

12-12-2008, 02:31 PM	#8
Fam0uZ Leaky Injector Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Miami Age: 37 Posts: 129 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Nice build, keep the pic coming!

12-12-2008, 03:25 PM	#9
ROUGE180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Potomac, MD Posts: 880 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: ROUGE180 Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Pictures!! Dooittttttt!!! Nowwwwwwww!!!!!!!

12-13-2008, 01:19 PM	#12
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Paint... The IS300 Graphite color is a little to dark. I want a Grey that will contrast well with matte black accents (lip, hood scoop, center of spoiler). For now I am putting the cosmetics on the back burner, in order to concentrate my effort on the RB26.

01-27-2009, 09:13 AM	#13
obsolete Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: NJ Age: 45 Posts: 717 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	Hey, how does your coils feel on jersey streets?

01-27-2009, 11:10 AM	#16
EDT007 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: NJ Age: 43 Posts: 617 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	What part of jersey you from? Car is looking good btw!

02-23-2009, 01:57 AM	#17
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Thank you for the positive feedback. I fired up the motor the other day and it ran great. The idle was a little rough in the beginning, but after a few minutes it stabilized. There are still some things left to do, a lot of small details, and bugs to work out, but it was awesome to hear it finally run. I will post a video soon. Big ups to my man Hunter (silentstyle1) for doing what we should all have to do!

04-30-2009, 10:31 PM	#18
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	update Pics updated....looking for USDM kouki bumper, lip, and driverside kouki tailight if anyone can help

05-03-2009, 06:04 PM	#19
tinys s14 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Queens, NY Age: 34 Posts: 1,030 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	wow clean swap man.

05-13-2009, 06:52 PM	#20
gijoe69 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2003 Location: San Francisco, CA Age: 40 Posts: 366 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	how do you like pushers vs pullers for a fan setup?

05-13-2009, 07:09 PM	#21
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	fans Unless you use the stock radiator or notch the rad support, using a pullers is impossible. You have to be careful when notching the rad support because the fill spout will not clear the hood if you move it up to forward. I would suggest just using pushers, as it probably wont make a huge difference for a street application. If you get crafty you can make the pullers work, but I wanted to keep things simple.

05-14-2009, 08:54 AM	#22
ANVIL Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 1,174 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	so u went from a 25 to a 26? and it was already modded but you are re-doing it?

05-14-2009, 12:56 PM	#23
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	rb25det I will be running the RB25 for awhile, until I gather enough money to finish the 26. By that time, I might decide to put the 26 in something else, like a z32 or FD. For now I am going to enjoy the RB25. I plan doing a cheap turbo upgrade and some fuel system upgrades. Should be a fun daily driver.

05-28-2009, 11:36 PM	#24
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	updates Updated pictures and video..... Thank you

05-29-2009, 06:23 AM	#25
OBEEWON Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hightened State of Emergency Posts: 6,053 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Do want.... __________________

06-17-2009, 11:32 PM	#26
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Updates I roughly mounted the Origin front bumper today. It fit surprisingly well, and appears to require minimal modification. The crash bar had to be cut quite a bit, however. The gaps for the grill and headlights look good, which is a problem I have seen quite often. I will have to drill new holes for the headlights to mount, as the car was originally a zenki. I am roughly mounting all the body panels, and will then drill and mount them permanentally. I will post updates as I go, and gladly answer any questions.

06-19-2009, 03:11 AM	#27
cole d Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tejas Age: 17 Posts: 199 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hey how did the Syko mount kit work out for you? I'm trying to decide between this and 1jz swap for my s13.

06-19-2009, 10:47 AM	#28
doyle4281 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: East Coast Age: 39 Posts: 585 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	Syko The Syko Performance kit is by far the best mounting solution available. The position and appearance looks OEM, and the quality is second to none. The design makes installation as simple as a factory setup, and addresses the problem of downpipe interferance with the steering shaft. The kit comes with the motor mounts, spacers for the trans mount, spacers for the sway bar, and a turbo elbow to allow the use of an SR20 downpipe. You will need to purchase the skyline crossmember seperately, which pop up from time to time on ebay for around $100. The driveshaft is available through Driveshaftshop.com, which is another excellent product. I can take detailed pictures of the setup, if anyone is interested. Speak to Gary at Syko Performance, I have never encountered better customer service than he provides.

11-24-2011, 09:40 PM	#29
StanBo Zilvia Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: NYC Posts: 263 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Finished pictures?

11-25-2011, 02:01 AM	#30
Tantwoforty Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Riverside ca Age: 35 Posts: 1,890 Trader Rating: (20) Feedback Score: 20 reviews	ats a bad bitch