1/24 RB26DET Engine

Just found this on HLJ, Aoshima 1/24 RB26DET Engine as in the R32 GT-R, available for pre-order at a cost of $10.32, £5.60, Euros 8.40 if ordered by Sept 28th.It is due for release in October.

http://www.hlj.com/scripts/hljpage.cgi?AO03511,

That link is http://hlj.com/scripts/hljpage.cgi?AOS03511

So is that the whole engine, or the detail kit? It's description has confused me...

sweet

The description is indeed confusing, but it's about the series (mostly wheels), not this specific item.
Now, what we really want to know is whether this kit is the one found in thier R32 GT-R or a new tool.

My question is: why?

If I was to produce aftermarket engines, I'd make the ones that are missing in popular kits (s2000, WRC etc).


<shrugs>

The description is indeed confusing, but it's about the series (mostly wheels), not this specific item.
Now, what we really want to know is whether this kit is the one found in thier R32 GT-R or a new tool.

I'd bet against it being a new tool. In the description they reference the R32, plus they are also releasing a Cefiro engine as well. Both of these were part of their High Power Unit line, so my guess is they just grabbed the engines from there.

It'd be nice to have some new ones. Maybe an SR20 since they've got the S15 now.

My question is: why?

If I was to produce aftermarket engines, I'd make the ones that are missing in popular kits (s2000, WRC etc).


<shrugs>

well those engine already existe in white metal.

but it's an nice idea to sell engine

i agree, SR20 would be nice

well those engine already existe in white metal.

but it's an nice idea to sell engine

:iagree:
Besides that, the Skyline engine is without a doubt the most popular engine under modelers. I know for sure this will become a very popular item. At least with me it will be :D

Well you guys watch this space, I have pre ordered it and will take a chance on what I eventually get. I will post pictures for you all when it arrives and then you can make decisions. I need a couple of these anyway for future Skyline projects.

Well Aoshima's RB26DETT is decent, but any hardcore Skyline fan looking to go full detail on a Skyline with an engine will go with a Tamiya RB26DETT hands downm (I know I would).

Assuming it is the old tooling, if I recall correctlythe Aoshima RB26 is designed to fit in a box in the engine bay, ie. meaning you can't see through the bottom of the engine bay. Oil pan and exhaust pipes are all molded into the chassis.

Besides, a Tamiya R32 GT-R kit cost 1500yen. This is 1200yen. For 300yen more, I'd rather get a whole car.

It is a good idea from Aoshima, my guess is that it is a repackaged old tooling. I recently purchased their GT-wing type 2 accessory pack and it was just composed of GT wing parts from their existing kits.

I would purchase a Tamiya item over any other manufacturer first, but to buy the kit just for the engine would be a bit of a waste in my view. I will be buying one of these Aoshima offerings just out of curiosity. Hopefully, we will not be that disappointed.

Just a little off topic, I have purchased Sakatsu's S2000 engine and that was a gem, albeit pricy! Imagine if Tamiya jumped on the accessory bandwagon and started to produce wheels and engines to their usual high quality...HEAVEN!! :naughty:

Exhaust, where did you buy the sukatsu engine?

I'd rather buy one of the old racing r32 tamiya makes for that engine. It'll cost maybe 5 dollars more and I'll also have spare wheels, tires and a racing seat etc...

Inservible, the S2000 engine was purchased from HLJ. I think it is also available from www.grandprixmodels.com

Damn! HLJ doesn't take any more orders for the engines.

thanks exhaust!!

Just to keep you guys informed:

Aoshima (http://www.aoshima-bk.co.jp/scripts/shouhin/aoshima.aspx?year=2004&month=10)

scroll down to item no. 122 an no. 123...

Rb20DET, the car I can think of off the top of my head that has that engine would be the R32 GTST's, any others?

As per: http://www.rb20det.com/

Welcome: This site is dedicated to nissans rb20det engine, as standard the following cars came with the rb20det, the C33 Nissan Laurel, R31 Nissan Skyline, Z31 Nissan Fairlady, R32 Nissan Skyline gts-t, R32 Nissan Skyline gts4, the Nissan Cefiro and this site is dedicated to all of them and any hybrids using the rb20det.

It would be pretty cool to make a Z31 200ZR. :)

Pics of the new Aoshima S-Part engines are up on Hobby Search. They are the High Power Unit engines. Not very detailed.

RB20
http://www.1999.co.jp/asp/GoodsDetails_e.asp?Bno=&Typ1_c=102&Typ2_c=106&Typ3_c=852&SPage=1&SC=21&SN=Autos+Accessories&It_c=10040411&andor=0&scope=0&scope2=0&thumb=1&sortID=1&urikire=1&sort_sort=0&ItKey=&app_url=shop_right_e.asp

RB26
http://www.1999.co.jp/asp/GoodsDetails_e.asp?Bno=&Typ1_c=102&Typ2_c=106&Typ3_c=852&SPage=1&SC=21&SN=Autos+Accessories&It_c=10040410&andor=0&scope=0&scope2=0&thumb=1&sortID=1&urikire=1&sort_sort=0&ItKey=&app_url=shop_right_e.asp

It's just the tree from the Kansai kit. Weak...

It's just the tree from the Kansai kit. Weak...

not going to get any? I can definately see some RB20's in some silvias. Are there enough engine parts in that kit to be worth buying for a curbside kit? or will it suck?

not going to get any? I can definately see some RB20's in some silvias. Are there enough engine parts in that kit to be worth buying for a curbside kit? or will it suck?

Nah.....the RB26 is just a half engine. I'd rather pay a little more and get a whole Tamiya kit.

BTW, any pics of the Spec? Good taste if I may so. LOL. I should be getting my Nismo wheels for my Spec within a month or so. Still gotta install the suspension......too many projects.

holy shit, I didn't know you had a spec!?!?!

I swear bro, if you were a woman I'd be E-flirting with you. We are always thinking alike :lol:

holy shit, I didn't know you had a spec!?!?!

I swear bro, if you were a woman I'd be E-flirting with you. We are always thinking alike :lol:

Not quite sure what to think about the flirting part.....J/K. What can I say, great minds think a like! :iceslolan

Hobby Search is reporting:10/19Aoshima RB26 DETT and RB20 DET engins are limited production kits. They are not going to be re-produced.

I just got my RB26DETT from HLJ. I'm dissappointed at the advertising AOSHIMA uses. This isn't a full engine! It's more like a top half made specifically for a curbside kit that only has underside motor detail!
I should have read this thread before buying :rolleyes:
The contents are exactly as malsheem's links

The upside is that the valve cover and intake manifolds look good, at least better than anything I could ever fabricate.
So now I can start my RB-powered 240Z now :smile: