[Grimblin Gibbon]

So after talking to Mr Miskin yesterday I called up Iain @ Litchfields and asked him to add a little something to the already long list of jobs he is doing for me in March!

The list now reads:

Red top engine with LM 3.8 GTR custom piston, rods etc

LM800 Turbo conversion
Dodson 1st Gear Extreme Duty kit
Dodson Super Stock Clutch Kit
R35 GTR Uprated Clutch Baskets
Intercooler Kit
Version 4 Map Motorsport upgrade


And a nice new shiny Litchfield 102mm GTR R35 Exhaust system for track days!

So at completion the car should be pushing 800Bhp with torque capped at 750.

So with the new silenced exhaust I should be able to do more track days this year and not upset the noise monitors!

 

[vxrcymru]

Nice build - 750 ft/lbs will be a beast.....

 

[Papa Smurf]

I always like to help people spend money:chuckle:

Seriously though, Iain's 102mm part silenced exhaust system is both epic in sound and epic in proper noise yet still allowing greater flow and performance (my opinion). It allows for the car to be used on all tracks in the UK and will not upset the neighbours.

Although I have tried the car on track since the rebuild, it has been difficult to say just how much an improvement it is because of the inclement weather, apart from stating that it is spot on for circuit work. Not silly power but rapid spool up and consistent torque with the handling upgrades to give great turn in and confidence. Once the brakes have been done (yes I have knackered them again) I will do a proper test and get Jake Hill to evaluate the complete package when we can grab some time when he is not preparing for the 2014 BTCC season.

 

[R35 Boxer]

Great build, should be awesome

 

[goldgtr35]

Sound like loads of fun coming up
Goldie

 

[robsm]

Any sound clips of the litchfield exhaust? do they have catted downpipes tested yet?

 

[Anders_R35]

Nice mods, look forward to seeing you at Silvertone.

John, did you go with pistons and rods or Red top engine? How did your internals look?

Anders

 

[Papa Smurf]

I didn't go for pistons and rods as the power and torque I need for track use is below that worrying threshold. Exchange engine and strengthened gearbox with some different turbos and sensible dump valves etc etc

The car feels immense with fantastic low down torque and running about 1.3 bar. I certainly don't need any more power unless I am going for higher top speed. The only issue Iain and his team had was setting the car up with the new turbos etc, and he mentioned that he had to do a 3 dimensional map after numerous logging runs. Whatever he did has worked as I am already seeing a far more reactive car and one that will perform fantastically on circuit.

I will be at the Silverstone GP trackday on March 23rd that I have just posted up in events. If conditions are good, a clear lap with an engaged brain, then I am hopeful of beating a 2 minute 19 seconds lap of last year (unofficially of course)

When the gearbox was stripped down it was virtually 'as new' even after all the track days I have done. I had the bellhousing modification and some minor bits adjusted and tweaked but nothing else. Apparently the engine was sound as well apart from a timing chain tensioner and a smallest amount of wear for the 35,000 hard track miles I have done. This just proves how strong these engines and gearboxes are as I believe I have tested it to the extreme. It might be that the MY11's are stronger than previous models but I do not think so.

 

[Grimblin Gibbon]

Nice mods, look forward to seeing you at Silvertone.

John, did you go with pistons and rods or Red top engine? How did your internals look?

Anders

Can't make the 23rd march as I'm in the states.
Will be picking up the beast first week in April!

 

[Steve]

Hi Pappa Smurff

Will look and see if i can make the 23rd - Goldie, get yer ass along as well !!!

 

[goldgtr35]

Hi Pappa Smurff

Will look and see if i can make the 23rd - Goldie, get yer ass along as well !!!

Am I missing something on here...
Dates sound good, what the cost off this.
What times it kick OFf
Goldie

 

[Papa Smurf]

Full details in the Events section - link below

www.gtr.co.uk/forum/237834-silverstone-track-day-full-gp-circuit-march-23rd-2014-a.html

 

[goldgtr35]

Can't find it mate,, don't think it's open yet,
Goldie

 

[Glgtr]

What's the difference between your red top and the sports engine?

Wasn't the red top a larger displacement block?

 

[Grimblin Gibbon]

What's the difference between your red top and the sports engine?

Wasn't the red top a larger displacement block?

Litchfield Announce New Bespoke Nissan GT-R Engine Packages

All info here!

Made a mistake I have the sport engine being done! not the red top!

 

[PaulAlex]

Litchfield's should have a (wallet) Health Warning over their door - always too many temptations when you visit.....:nervous:

 

[Glgtr]

do we have anyone on here who has a red top?

ive seen some twitter posts from litchfield with the finished articles, but not heard of anyone who has taken that plunge as yet.

 

[grahamc]

Litchfield Announce New Bespoke Nissan GT-R Engine Packages

All info here!

Made a mistake I have the sport engine being done! not the red top!

So whats the "really" cost of these? What else needs to be done in conjunction with the engine package to actually make use of this power? Lets say on a stage 4.25 car....

 

[Grimblin Gibbon]

So whats the "really" cost of these? What else needs to be done in conjunction with the engine package to actually make use of this power? Lets say on a stage 4.25 car....

At least what im having done!

Uprated clutch, first gear, circlips if not already done!

Im also having some work above that done on mine to give me peace of mind!

Clutch baskets etc.

 

[grahamc]

At least what im having done!

Uprated clutch, first gear, circlips if not already done!

Im also having some work above that done on mine to give me peace of mind!

Clutch baskets etc.

thanks