Over 1000 horsepower Skyline

November 10, 1:25 PMTampa Sports Car ExaminerMichael Berenis

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One thousand horsepower is a common goal for big power builders. Achieving a Skyline to more than 1000 horsepower is an amazing mechanical accomplishment! A biturbo Nissan Skyline R33 was built up to 1400 horsepower by use of extensive mechanical modifications. Two turbos boosting the Skyline into atmospheric dyno land with the help of a major fuel system, side exit exhaust, and a plethora of internal modifications makes this one of the most powerful Skylines on the planet. Probably the most powerful out there, there is really no comparison data to make the statement "most powerful skyline in the world". Before we take a closer look at this Skyline, check out some of the other high horsepower builds.

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Realizing this type of power into a daily driver is a hefty task only suited for the most hardcore, deep pocket speed junkies. The Skyline is all wheel drive, therefore heavy duty modifications must also build the drive lines to take this kind of power. Launching with 1400 horsepower on sticky pavement is going to do one of two things. One, produce amazing launch times with the right tires and driver. Two, destroy the drive line system by the high amount of torque produced during the initial launch. More modifications beyond beefed up drive line and differentials would be to modify the clutch and flywheel. To take this kind of punishment, a full race clutch with full race flywheel would be needed. Check out the first video of this freak 1400 horsepower Skyline to get a good idea what kind of intense build action it would take to create a beast of this proportion.

Video content: Over 1000 horsepower Skyline walk around

As you can see to take this kind of boost a massive front mount intercooler must be used. Also, bell shaped turbo intakes with a "big maf" setup allows tuners to create maximum power while keeping the engine from blowing. Additionally, a large oil cooler is used to keep the bearings and oil cooled down from entering the turbo housing. Reaching extremely hot temperatures, the inside of the turbo housings can cook and coke the oil to the bearings resulting in turbo failure and possible engine damage.

With out an oil cooler or massive front intercooler, this type of power would not be achieved. Additional multi pump fuel systems with large fuel rail feeds and massive injectors are used to keep the beast from running lean and detonating like a stick of TNT. Internal modifications probably include forged pistons, sleeved cylinder walls, upgraded crank and rods, high heat piston rings, over sized cams, titanium springs and lifters, plus high temperature gasket material. Overall, to make 1400 horsepower takes loads of money, dedication, and a little bit of luck. Chances are that this engine didn't last long.

Video content: Over 1000 horsepower Skyline dyno

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