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.
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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
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
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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
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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 equipments, and electronic equipments.
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 Zexell
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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Heat Treatments
 Reece
McGregor and the Heat Treatments team have once again propelled
themselves into Australasian import drag racing history nailing an
official 8.756 1/4 mile @ 159MPH at Champion Dragway, Meremere during a
session at the Friday Night Drag Wars. The Heat Treatments team have
mixed a fine state of tune, re-enforced RB26DETT strength and wild
agility and come up with solid results. During the import drag racing
nationals the Heat Treatments team nailed consistent 8.8 second passes
all day.
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WAR Motorsport - NZ
Based
in Hamilton New Zealand, WAR Motorsport are rapidly setting the
standard for both workmanship and high performance. This R32 GTS4 still
has the original 2litre RB20DET engine but is heavily modified and
currently rated at over 400+ horsepower. This holds the title for
quickest GTS4 featuring RB20DET with an 11.72 second pass at Champion
Dragway, Meremere
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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 official club sponsor.
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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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POW GT-R
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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For more information on just some of the international racing circuits, check out these websites.
www.gtc.infosim.co.jp
www.scca.org
www.indyracingleague.com
www.americanlemans.com
www.24h-le-mans.com
www.sportsland-sugo.co.jp
www.twinring.co.jp
www.fisco-jp.com
www.suzukacircuit.co.jp
www.lucksnet.or.jp/TI_Circuit
www.c-mash.co.jp/cpmine
www.coara.or.jp/~auto
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