Eric Strickland - 1995 Nissan Skyline BCNR33

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Eric Strickland - 1995 Nissan Skyline BCNR33

Why did you choose this vehicle/ platform?

The Skyline platform has always intrigued me since the early 2000s. While the R34 was the version everyone drooled over, the R33 is what caught my eye. At that point in time, I never thought I would be lucky enough to own an R33 GTR, much less one built to this specification.

Do you have any prior build experience?

Yes, I have built a few vehicles over the years. My obsession started just towards the end of high school. I was already into car audio and doing some local car shows. This was back in the times of mini-trucks and booming systems. In the mid-90s I switched over to the IMPORT scene. The car was a 1994 Honda Accord 4 door EX. My main goal was to replicate the Accord SiR from Japan. This car turned into a turbocharged beast sporting just under 400 whp, which was a foot back in the late 90s.

That car was sold to a gentleman back east. Then came the introduction of the Subaru WRX and I could not keep away. Purchased a 2002 Rally Blue in mid-October and instantly went to work to replicate the WRC rally car. Everything from the roof vent & scoop to the overly huge WRC rear spoiler. This car went through many phases over its 6 years of ownership and was 

finally sold to a gentleman in Norway. 

What got you into building in the first place?

A friend from college and his girlfriend, now wife. Her parents had a show car and they toured in a series with the Auto-Rama, World of Wheels, etc events. The big indoor stuff. I started doing some smaller shows with them and they showed me how to properly clean and display a vehicle to not only compete, but to win at the indoor shows. I was pretty hooked from that point on. 

What is your favourite aspect of the build?

This all started back in 2008 when I received the car. I already had a plan of attack and the overall look I wanted. Was I going to achieve that plan??? At that time who knew. The best aspect of this build has been definitely learning where to source parts, who to trust, and also helping others along the way that we're pursuing the same goals.

Were there any major challenges you experienced in the build? 

The main challenges were simply trying to come up with the sources to get parts. Back in the earlier days of the Skylines being around, sourcing parts was a nightmare at first, until you figured out who in the states was legit at getting parts as well as getting the best prices, not only in the states but also abroad. Once these issues were resolved, life became better. Much of the information obtained was from some Skyline friends down in the Dallas, TX area. Those guys are the best. The other way to overcome building a Skyline is the have the

"Fat Wallet Mod 11, because you will need it.

What were your original intentions with the build? 

Original goals were to build an "all-around" car. Be able to take it to car shows and discuss with people of all ages about the car, as well as take it to a road course and beat on her some. Which I have done. The only changes that have taken place are when new/ old parts that I originally wanted have become available.

Why did you choose certain brands for your build? 

When I received the car back in early 2008, I called Brice at Alamo Autosports in Arlington, TX and told him what I had just done. He had already built a Honda and a Subaru for me over the years. I asked him his opinion between GReddy/Trust & HKS and he said at the time GReddy/Trust had more parts available. So we placed an order from GReddy and it was at Alamo in 2 weeks. That is when it all started. The RB Shop out in New Jersey was also a huge help during the rebuild stages of the motor. Lots of great information & input. Michael Ferrara at Club DSport did a fabulous job on the head, explaining all phases and sending images throughout' 

What influences or inspiration helped you over the course of your build?

First and foremost, definitely Brice Yingling at Alamo Autosports. He was able to answer questions and suggest ways to achieve my goals. The original North Texas Skyline guys were also a huge help. Can't forget my group of friends over the years that have helped, especially during the 26-month restoration.

Spec List

Head Built by Club DSport

Motor Built by Alamo Autosports - @alamoautosports

Assembled at Alamo Autosports - @alamoautosports

Engine: 

• Nissan RB26 0SU Block 
• Precision Turbo 6266 Gen 2 turbo
• Tomei Oil Pump 
• Supertec Racing Spline Drive 
• Tomei 272 x 10.15 ProCams 
• Tomei Cam Cap Studs 
• GReddy Adjustable Cam Gears 
• GReddy Kevlar Timing Belt 
• NISMO Nl Water Pump 
• NISMO Oil Pan Baffle 
• NISMO Gasket Set 
• Supertech Valves 
• Supertech Titanium Retainers 
• Supertech Dual Valve Springs 
• Supertech Guides & Seats 
• Manley "H" Beam Rods
•  Wiseco 86.5mm Pistons - 9.1 :1 
• Cosworth 1.1 mm Head Gasket 
• ARP Studs & Bolts Throughout 
• Garrett GT 2860-S+B Turbos 
• HKS Actuators 
• ATI Harmonic Balancer 
• GKTech Hi-Flow Fan 
• ACL Race Bearings 
• AEM H2O-CH3OH Kit 
• Apex-i SS Downpipe 
• Tomei Expreme Manifolds 
• Tomei Outlet Pipes 
• 1 UP Fab Hard Pipes 
• 1 UP Fab Suction Kit 

Performance: 

• GReddy 90mm Surge Tank 
• GReddy Type 29 FMIC 
• GReddy Airinx Filters 
• GReddy Oil Filter Relocator 
• GReddy Oil Cooler 
• GReddy Aluminum Radiator 
• GReddy 1.3 Bar Radiator Cap 
• GReddy Water/ Air Separator 
• GReddy Pulley Kit 
• GReddy Front & Rear Diff Covers 
• NISMO Oil Cap 
• NISMO Low Temp Thermostat 
• 1-Up Fab Twin 65mm Exhaust
• 1-Up Fab Suction Kit
• 1-Up Fab IC Hard Pipes 
• 1-Up Fab Upper Radiator Pipe
• 1-UP Fab Oil Separator
• 1-UP Fab Coolant Overflow
• Mine's Camshaft Baffle
• Alamo Super Custom 11 mm Fuel Rail 
• Deatschwerks 1000 cc Injectors 
• Deatschwerks DW400 Fuel Pump x 2 
• Deatschwerks Fuel Pressure Reg 
• Fragola P.T.F.E. Fuel Lines
• NISMO Super Copperplate Twin Clutch
• NISMO Chromoly Flywheel 
• GKTech Stainless Clutch Line 
• Tial 42mm BOV 
• Supertec Racing R35 Adapter Plates 
• Hitachi R35 Coil Packs 
• Silk Road Torque Dampner 
• SAMCO Heater & Radiator Hose 
• NISMO Rear Diff Cooler 
• DriveShaft Shop 1 pc AL Driveshaft 

Suspension: 

• GReddy Type "S" Coilovers 
• NISMO Anti-Sway Bars 
• NISMO Rear 4-Link Brace
• NISMO Rear Circuit Link Set 
• NISMO Rear Lower A-Arm 
• NISMO Front Tension Rods 
• NISMO Front Circuit Link Set 
• NISMO Motor Mounts 
• NISMO Transmission Mount 
• NISMO Center Reinforcing Bars 
• NISMO R34 Trunk Floor Brace 
• CUSCO Tension Rod Brace 
• CUSCO Titanium Strut Bar - 1.27 Lbs 
• CUSCO Rear AL Strut Bar 
• Final Motion Carbon Air Guides 
• Ultra Racing Sub Frame Braces 
• Nagisa Auto Gacchiri Fender Brace 
• Driftworks HICAS Eliminator Kit 
• Custom Carbon Reinforcement 
• KTS Roll Center Adapter 
• Whiteline Sway Bar Endlinks 
• Whiteline Sub Frame Bushings 
• Whiteline & SuperPro Bushings 

Rollers & Stoppers:

• Desmond EVO II 18 x 10.5 + 15 
• Nitto 555 G2 - 285/35-18 
• Rotora 6 pot Calipers (F) 
• Rotora 14" Rotors (F) 
• Rotora 4 pot Calipers (R) 
• Rotora 13.5" Rotors (R) 
• Rotora Stainless Brake Lines 
• CUSCO Master Cylinder Brace 
• KICS Racing Titanium Lug Nuts 
• GKTech ABS Delete 

Exterior:

• Paint - Midnight Purple II LV4 (R34 Color)
• NISMO 400R Front Bumper 
• NISMO 400R Carbon Front Splitter 
• NISMO 400R Side Skirts 
• NISMO Rear Spats 
• NISMO Smoked Side Markers 
• NISMO Clear Turn Signals 
• STOUT Type-R Carbon Hood 
• Garage Defend Carbon Canards 
• Ganador Carbon Mirrors 
• East Bear LED Tail Lamps 
• Bee Racing Carbon Side Diffusers 
• Top Secret Carbon Rear Diffuser 
• Top Secret Carbon Vortex Generators 
• Maxton Designs Cab Spoiler 
• AutoSelect Carbon Devil Wing 
• Z-Tune front fenders, 
• Auto Select front lip and canards,  
• NISMO rear fender flares
• Hasemi side diffusers

Interior: 

• NISMO Rear Floor Mats 
• NISMO Gauge Cluster 
• NISMO Aux Gauge Cluster 
• NISMO Leather Shift Knob 
• GReddy A-Pillar Gauge Pod 
• BRIDE Front Floor Mats 
• Sparco 4-Point Harness 
• Sparco Harness Bar 
• Carbon Fiber Trim Pieces 
• East Bear 3 Gauge Center Pod 
• 5th Element Carbon Trunk Wall 
• Custom Factory Bucket Seats 
• R34 Momo Steering Wheel 

Dress Up:

• Nissan R35 GTR Rear Badge 
• Nissan R34 GTR Engine Cover 
• NISMO Carbon B-Pillar Trim 
• NISMO Carbon Bonnet Lip 
• Hella Super Tone Horns 
• Garage Defend Carbon Cooling Panel 
• EP Racing Carbon Fuse Box Cover 
• EP Racing Carbon Grill 
• Custom Coil Pack Cover 
• Dress Up Bolts 
• Titanium Fasteners 
• GReddy Clear Front Cover 

Electronics: 

• ATOTO A6 Pro Android Media Center 
• Kicker QS 6.75" Mids & Tweeters 
• Kicker LS 1 0" Woofer 
• Kicker IQ 1000.5 Amplifier 
• XM Satellite Radio 
• AEM Air - Fuel Gauge 
• Defi BF Series Gauges (5) 
• ATS Turbo Timer 
• GReddy Dampner Controller 
• AEM Cam Trigger Disc 
• MAXX ECU Race ECU 

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The wheels and Rear Spoiler listed in the Spec List are not the ones on the vehicle at the time of the photoshoot. The wheels in the images are Enkei PF-01 EVO in SBK finish and the rear spoiler is the NISMO R-Tune 2 piece carbon spoiler blade.

Is there anything about the build experiences, that you would like readers to know?

First and foremost, make a plan of attack. Know what your goals are. Set them high, but not out-of-the-world high. Have a financial budget set and "try" to keep to it. Always remember, Rome was not built in 1 year.

Interesting facts about your build:

Just a couple of parts that are, "to the best of my knowledge" the only ones like them in the USA. The engraved Cusco titanium front strut bar (very rare), Stout.JP carbon hood, 400R carbon lip spoiler, and the AutoSelect Devil Wing. I also want to thank Brice at Alamo Autosports in Arlington, TX & '1Lastlega1Skyline" at The RBShop for all the assistance and knowledge during this build. Without them, this build would not be to the calibre it is. 

Special thanks to:

Brice Yingling @AlamoAutosports

Andy Dennington @1UpFabrication

John Manett @ManettsMegaShine

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