People still ask why the third generation Skyline is
nicknamed 'Godzilla'. Derived from the word 'Gojira', it refers to a Japanese
mythical creature which was an icon of early Japanese pop culture. Thus, became
the perfect nickname for the third gen Skyline. Reason was it was a notorious
performance car that beat almost every race competitor from Europe on the track
back in the late 80s and early 90s.
If that wasn't enough, it was also one of those very few sought
after sports cars that were only available in Japan. As a result, enthusiast
outside Japan can only drool at photos in the magazines and from word of mouth.
But for a lucky few, expats in Japan get the rare chance to own one and brought
them back to their home country, regardless if it was road legal or not.
Luckily in Malaysia, even though we have to dread with
extremely high import tax, we still have little to no restrictions on the type
of car that is brought in. So for those who heard Godzilla's call took that
privilege to own and drive one in Malaysia. Including these two friends who
have been big time Skyline enthusiast since they were kids.
Fahmi and Faris wouldn't have been friends if it weren't for
their R34s. It all started when Fahmi first saw Faris' R34. At the time, Faris'
R34 experienced a bit of cosmetic damage on the front lip. Straight to his face
Fahmi said how ugly it looked if he let his car look like that. Some might deem
that as an insult but that was the start of their friendship and rivalry.
They both went a long way since then. They both try
themselves to outdo each other bit by bit. Yet they joke around about each
other's ride. One would see that clearly especially when they taunt and call
each other 'king'. But the end result is to different kinds of builds yet both
equally impressive.
FAHMI'S R34 GTT
Fahmi first knew about this legend back when he was in school, at the
time he states he would stick posters of Skylines on the wall of his
room when he was still a teenager. Now a married man, he worked hard
outside of Malaysia and had his sights on a nice looking R34 in 2011.
Despite not being a genuine GTR model, but the GTT he purchased was
already converted on the exterior. For him, it was good enough.
At first he was running an RB25 NEO power plant which made 308bhp and
338 lbs ft of torque at 1 bar of boost. But at some point, he blew the
engine. That's when he encountered a dead end. As he research and asked
around, he slowly bought parts for a new motor. But at the time, he had
his sights on an RB30 set up. At the end, he ended up with a fresh RB26
motor.
It took him about five months to build the RB26 as it is today. Fresh
from the hands of Amri Naem of Ghost Machines located in Johor Bharu, at
the southern tip of Malaysia, his R34 rolled out on April 2014. From
the single turbine set up, it just speaks top-end power.
He still keeps the GTR theme on the outside. Clean enough to fool an
average Joe that he was rolling in a genuine GTR. Keeping it fresh with a
full exterior conversion with some rare touches like the AFT diffusers,
Z-Tune front fenders and aftermarket LED tail lights. All that was
completed with 18 inch Nismo LMGT4 wheels.
Fahmi kept the GTR theme on the inside with R34 GTR V-Spec seats on the
front and back, steering wheel, and door step. Even though he does not
possess the center display screen that GTRs are famous for, he redeems
himself with a few personal touches from the aftermarket gauges and
Pioneer sound system. It wouldn't take long that his R34 is just for him.
FARIS' R34 GTR
Faris has been a huge Skyline enthusiast for quite some time now. As a
matter a fact, the current R34 he owns now is not his first Skyline
since before this he owned an Skyline R34 GTT which was similar to
Fahmi's R34. Despite what he knows, Faris is can't help himself from
getting curious when it comes to new knowledge and know-how when it
comes to cars.
But the good thing from his curiosity is, he knew exactly what he wants
for his R34 and how to achieve it. He first knew why the GTR was so
different from the GTT when he test drive one himself. From there, he
set his target to get his own. After selling his previous R34, he
continued his studies in Australia. Besides studying, he also spent his
time doing part time odd jobs there to make some extra income. Then in
2011, he encountered and purchased his own R34 GTR V-Spec 2.
Straight off the bat, the journey was nothing but easy after that. After
a year of owning the GTR, the brought it to Malaysian soil with a few
light mods included. But at the time, finding the right person to
maintain a vehicle like this in Malaysia was extremely difficult. Three
motors later, he finally got the right place and right recipe for his
RB26. Based from specifications done in Australia, he aimed for an
engine that's responsive and mid-torque focused. The most obvious sign
would be that he maintained the twin turbine set up.
After his incident with Fahmi, Faris quickly thought about the styling
for his R34. After much thinking, he didn't had to look far for
inspiration. Since 2009, he was intrigued by the builds done by Top
Secret, a famous tuner house in Chiba, Japan. Since his engine build
does include parts that Top Secret would use, why not complete the car
inside out with that theme. So he sourced Top Secret aero parts and
completing the look with a set of 18 inch Volk Racing TE37.
Inside, he keeps everything simple and functional. A Personal Grinta
steering wheel for driving comfort, Nismo GT shift knob and a Nismo
320kph meter cluster for his extra miles. Even though dubbed a 'fast
car' but there is a possibility of the passenger to fall asleep. That
was my personal experience due to the comfort.
TUNING MENU (Red "Southern Killer")
Owner: Fahmi Ramli
Model: 2000 Nissan Skyline GTT ER34
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ENGINE:
RB26DET
Tomei Forged Conrods, CP 87 mm Forged Pistons,
Tomei 1.2mm head gasket,
Fully balanced RB26 Crankshaft, Custom Crank Collar,
Tomei 270 degree Camshafts, oil pump, valve springs,
JUN Adjustable Cam Pulleys, ACL Race Bearings,
850cc Denso Pen Type Injectors, HKS Fuel Rail, HKS Turbo Outlet pipes,
HKS spark plugs, Works Fuel Regulator, Trust Oil Cooler,
HKS T51R Turbine, GReddy 60mm wastegate, Type R blow off valve,
AVS Race Intercooler with 3 inch custom intercooler pipes,
AVS radiator, N1 Waterpump,
Tonnka Custom Exhaust Headers, Trust 3.5 inch muffler,
JUN Planum Intake Manifold, 90mm Throttle Body,
Haltech Platimun Sport 2000
Custom wire tuck by Amri Naem
DRIVETRAIN:
Ogura Twin Plate Clutch
SUSPENSION, CHASSIS AND BRAKES:
Tein Super Street Adjustable Coilovers
Cusco Tie Rod Ends, Caster and Camber arms,
Cusco Anti-Roll Bars
R34 Strut Bars,
R34 Stock Calipers
WHEELS AND TIRES:
Nismo LMGT4 18 x 9.5jj Offset +12
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 265/35/18 Front
Nankang NS2R 265/35/18 Rear
EXTERIOR:
Full R34 GT Conversion and Spoiler
Z-Tune front fenders, AFT Diffuser,
Aftermarket LED Tail Lights, OEM Style Carbon Fibre Front Hood
INTERIOR:
R34 GTR Steering Wheel, R34 GTR V-Spec seats (front and rear)
Nismo R34 GTR meters cluster, APEXi Turbo Timer and RSM Meter,
Defi Gauges (oil pressure, fuel pressure, exhaust temperature, boost pressure)
Pioneer sound system and DVD player
TUNING MENU (Blue "Zeus")
Model: 2001 Nissan Skyline GTR V Spec 2 BNR34
Location: Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
ENGINE:
RB26DETT
ARC Oil Catch Tank, ARC Super Induction Box and ARC Intercooler,
Bosch 044 Fuel Pum, Duratech Fuel Filter, Garrett 2860-5 Twin Turbines.
GReddy Radiator, Greddy Type R Blow Off Valve, Gates Timing Belt,
HKS Step 2 Forged Pistons, 1.2mm Metal Head Gasket, Reinforced Actuator,
JUN Oil Pump, JUN Oil Sump Baffle, N1 Water Pump, Nismo Main Bearing,
Nismo 130 kPA Radiator Cap and Engine Oil Cap, Nismo Thermostat,
Spitfire Direct Injection Coils, Siemens 750cc Injectors, Samco Heater Hose,
TOMEI Turbo Outlet, TOMEI 260 degree Poncams, Type A Valve Springs, Adjustable cam pulleys, Oil Pressure Restrictor Kit, HPI Engine Damper, Fluidampr Crank Damper,
APEXi Power FC, Bee-R Rev Limiter,
DRIVETRAIN:
Getreg 6 Speed Manual, OS Giken Triple Plate Clutch, Nismo Clutch Hose.
SUSPENSION, CHASSIS AND BRAKES:
Ohlins DFV Coilovers, Nismo Engine and Transmission Mounts. Superpro Bushings
WHEELS AND TIRES:
Volk Racing TE37 18 x 10.5jj Offset +15
Michelin Pilot Sport 3 275/30/18 All round
EXTERIOR:
Top Secret Front Bumper, Top Secret Carbon Front Hood, Ganador Side Mirrors,
Nismo Side Skirts, Rear pods.
INTERIOR:
Nismo Floor Mats, Nismo GT Shift Knob, Nismo 320kph Meter Cluster, Personal Grinta Steering Wheel.
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