Tuning
and Performance Race Teams
The
Nissan Skyline is raced worldwide & there is a whole Japanese
race circuit that many people are unaware of, yet the very company's
that race in these circuits are the company's contribute to
the development of many high performance cars both before &
after market. Featured below are a few of the top competitors
& links to those who have websites. Many of these are in
Japanese, but nevertheless it makes for great netsurfing &
there is much to learn. Featured below these are a few of our
own Kiwi Tuning and Performance Race teams. |
Veilside
The World Record holder of 'Domestic Fastest Speed on the Street.'
This was accomplished in New Zealand. (Under 5000cc Class) This
fully worked R34 hit a top speed of 346.20km/h on the open road
just out of Rotorua here in Kiwiland. 7 of Japan's fastest street
cars met on the weekend of 5-7 November 1999 for an open challenge
and the Veilside R34 ate the competition. This consisted of
RX7, Supra, WRX, MX5, EVO and Aristo. Veilside are an awesome
Japanese high performance tuning house with their own flavour.
Visit their website at http://www.veilside.co.jp |
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This particular
R34 is pumping out over 1300hp. It hosts two giant HKS GT3240 turbochargers,
providing enough charge to handle an awesome 2.7kg boost. This R34
also features an HKS Vein Pressure Controller (VPC) and an HKS EVC
(Electronic Valve Controller)
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Veilside
also hold the fastest record on the strip using Radial Tyres
at 272.16km/h, with a dragstrip time of a mere 8 seconds. This
record was achieved in the kitted R32 pictured on the left.
The veilside tuning house is well known for their design prowess.
This Gun Metal Grey R32 GTR is the bench mark of the combat
style spoiler kit design. You will be able to see this car and
much more at the Veilside website at http://www.veilside.co.jp |
Blitz Project
R348
BLITZ know how to explore the potential in the
GTR, and have proved it with their latest monster, the R34 Project
348, where they took a road legal modified GTR up to 215 mph
on a German Autobahn using parts straight from their catalogue.
On the day the car ran, it used 2.3 bar boost (34PSi) and ran
890 BHP...
The 890 BHP engine uses a single KKK turbo charger, 6 x 1000cc
injectors, uprated intercooler, induction kit, Nur Spec 'R'
exhaust, DSBC boost control, Multi Speed Turbo Timer, Uprated
pistons, High performance camshafts,uprated
suspension, Blitz Aero bodykit, oil cooler, uprated clutch,
Blitz Technospeed Z1 18 inch rims, Brembo 6 pot brakes, and
Access ECU upgrade. |
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All these
parts are made by Blitz or made exclusively for Blitz and are
available for purchase.
The R34 uses the latest colour Technospeed Z1 rim from Blitz.
This unique design of split rim is in a metallic grey/silver
colour, and has fine details such as individual gold studs,
and a smart Blitz logo centre in matching gold.
The R348 yielded 343KPH which is not enough to break the world
record set by the Veilside R34 in Rotorua (New Zealand), but
it's still an incredible speed, and it is highly likely that
Blitz will continue to strive to beat this awesome record.
Visit the Blitz website at http://www.blitz.co.jp
or English site at http://www.blitz-uk.co.uk |
Pennzoil
Pennzoil are market leaders in the production
of fine lubricants and are active in Japanese Race Scene. At
present they are using an R34 GTR. Again this awesome team are
fully working the R34 GTR to new heights. This machine is successfully
keeping the Pennzoil team among the top race teams on the Japanese
circuit. You can find out more about the Pennzoil Skyline Race
team by visiting their website at http://www.lubnet.co.jp/
. You will find more pictures of their cars in
action, as well as vehicle statistics, and race results.
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Jun
Jun are are a world class after market auto
tuning company and race team. Jun have a whole range of modified
race cars ranging from Honda's, Toyota's and Nissan's. Featured
on the left is the Lemon coloured R33 GTR on show at the Tokyo
Auto Salon in 1998. This beast apparently was tuned to over
1000hp at this time. Jun have an extensive website that shows
off the range of highly tuned vehicles and the range of parts
that are available through Jun, however the website is mainly
in Japanese.
Visit the Jun website at http://www.junauto.co.jp
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Calsonic
Calsonic much like many of the other race
teams are high performance parts specialists, however Calsonic
produce many of the parts that go into the Nissan Skyline. Calsonic
produce radiators etc that make the Skyline what it is. If you
have a Skyline, don't be suprised to see Calsonic parts in your
own vehicle. Calsonic have been on the Japanese race scene for
a while and they are featuring such awesome machinery as the
GTR pictured on the right. Calsonic have a huge range of parts
and Skyline stuff available for purchase direct from their website.
Check it out at http://www.calsonic.co.jp |
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Zexell
ZEXEL CORPORATION was established in 1939,
as a manufacturer specializing in fuel injection pumps for diesel
engines. Since then they have enhanced their project range to
include air conditioners for automobiles, hydraulic and pneumatic
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has actively taken part in the Japanese race circuit for years,
and have entered R30, R31, R32, R33 and currently have more
than one R34 GTR competing this year. One such vehicle is being
driven by Erik Comas. (car pictured on the left) and it seems
to be doing fairly well. Check out Erick Comas's personal website
at http://www.erikcomas.com
where you will find race pictures, race stats, and general
information written in English about this particular race team
entrant. There's also a picture of Erik's personal car (yes
it's an R34 GTR:) Also Check out the Zexel Corporate website
at http://www.zexel.co.jp.
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Tommy Kaira
Tommy Kaira is a master tuner of Nissan/Subaru
vehicles. Its newest work of art is the highly tuned "Tommy
Kaira R" version of the already-wild R34 Skyline GT-R. It has
a much-needed revised nose/grille, deep airdam, 275/30 ZR19
tires and 19-inch gold alloys. Not to mention that wild black
rear spoiler that looks like it came from a Formula One racecar.
Of course, all this trim would only be for show if not for the
heavily-massaged engine. From the original stated-280 ps, it
has been upped to 370ps. There is also an even better R-S trim
level which produces 425ps. http://www.tommykaira.com |
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HKS
In 1973, Mr. Hasegawa and his partner, Mr.
Kitagawa, designed the first commercialized turbocharger for
passenger cars. Joining forces with Sigma Company (hence the
designation HKS), they built and marketed their product and
have never looked back. The aftermarket industry is quickly
filling with start-up companies following in HKS footsteps. HKS
now produce everything from turbo products to suspension. HKS
actively modify and race all manner of Skyline from R32 to R34
and are racking up some of the best 1/4 mile times in Japan.
Check out the range at HKS
NZ or in the states at http://www.hksusa.com
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For more information
on just some of the international racing circuits, check out these
websites.
Kiwiland
Here are a just a few of our very own Nissan Skyline tuning and
performance teams. All of these companies are modifying Skylines
and pushing the boundaries previously perceived. They are also making
a huge impact on a local race scene that has been dominated by other
models of vehicle.
WAR Motorsport
- NZ
Based in Hamilton New Zealand, WAR Motorsport
are rapidly setting the standard for both workmanship and high
performance. Company Director Rob Bryan has spent many years
developing his skills and has created WAR in the face of a highly
competitive auto tuning industry. |
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The WAR R32
GTS4 still has the original 2litre RB20DET engine but is currently
rated at over 400+ horsepower. Checkout the WAR
Motorsport hompage. WAR Motorsport are endorsed by Skylinesdownunder
and are an official club sponsor.
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Advanced
Imports Ltd - NZ
Auckland based Advanced Imports Ltd can
source just about anything that has been produced for the Nissan
Skyline. In particular they specialise in Trust, GReddy, Wurth,
Wolf and other top name brands including Link Computers. The
Advanced Imports team are proactive in entering their Skyline
racecar (driven by company director Peter Hopkins) in all manner
of race events, including the 6 hour race at Pukekohe (NZ).
The Advanced Imports racecar is a Skyline component car featuring
parts from GTS,GTSt and GTR. The whole formula produce around
300Kw at the rear wheels. Checkout the Advanced Imports website
at http://www.advan.co.nz.
Advanced Imports are endorsed by Skylinesdownunder and are an
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Croydon Wholesalers
- NZ
Croydon Wholesalers are Auckland's top importer
of Nissan Skylines. Director Nick Jenkins is constantly purchasing
the cream of the crop from Japan to bring back to New Zealand.
They are well priced and offer an excellent back-up service
incase you have any trouble. Croydon Wholesalers race an R32
GTR originally modified for drags. It's single turbo charged
RB26DETT is easily pumping out well over 400hp+ but the official
figures and results are yet to be advised since this vehicle
is under very heavy construction. The Croydon website is still
under construction so watch this space. Croydon wholesalers
are an official club sponsor. |
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R33
GTR VSpec sponsored by Prince of Wales Hotel - Australia
The Prince of Wales R33 GTR VSpec is tuned by
Eric Engineering. Eric was formerly the Winfield Racing/Gibson
Racing, Group A Engine Development Manager. Eric was responsible
for the engine development process and in his time with the
team, produced some killer engines which were able to win twice
at Australia's most challenging Group A touring car race, the
Bathurst 1000 in 1991/92. This team are in Richmond, Victoria,
Australia. Checkout their website at http://www.pow.com.au |
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