Nissan Skyline Clutch Replacement Parts

Only manual gearbox variants of the Nissan Skyline have a conventional clutch assembly — the R32, R33, and R34 generations were all available with manual transmissions, so yes, a clutch does exist on this model. Automatic gearbox Skylines do not use a friction clutch in the traditional sense, so if your car is an automatic, a clutch kit is not what you need. When requesting quotes, confirm to the breaker whether your car is manual or automatic.

The R33 (1993–1998) and R34 (1998–2002) generations share the RB-series engine family in their GT-R and GT-S variants, but the clutch assembly is closely tied to the specific engine code and gearbox — the R34 GT-R uses a different gearbox unit to the R33, which affects clutch compatibility across that generation boundary. Engine code and gearbox type are the critical details here, so confirm direct interchangeability with the breaker against your exact registration rather than assuming generation-to-generation swap will work without checking.

Engine code matters above everything else for a Skyline clutch — the RB20, RB25, and RB26 engines differ in their flywheel and gearbox interfaces, so a clutch sized for one engine will not necessarily suit another even within the same generation. The year alone is not enough because different engine variants were sold across overlapping periods. Always supply the engine code from your V5 or a VIN check when requesting a quote from a breaker.

Yes, it matters significantly — the GT-R uses the RB26DETT engine paired with its own specific twin-plate clutch and ATTESA gearbox, while GT-S variants use different RB-series engines and gearboxes, meaning the clutch assemblies are not interchangeable between the two. Trim badging itself does not affect clutch fitment, but the GT-R and GT-S distinction is really an engine and drivetrain distinction, not a cosmetic one. Tell the breaker your exact engine code and gearbox type to ensure you get the right unit.

The RB26DETT engine is common to the R32 GT-R (1989–1994), R33 GT-R (1993–1998), and R34 GT-R (1998–2002), which does mean there is a degree of commonality in the clutch and flywheel area across those generations. However, there were ancillary and gearbox-related changes made during production across those generation boundaries, so whether a specific used unit crosses from one generation to another without modification is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration rather than assume.

Most Nissan Skylines in the UK are Japanese domestic market (JDM) imports, and the engine codes and specifications are the same regardless of whether the car was officially imported or brought over privately, so the same fitment rules apply. The key is still to supply the engine code (from your V5C or a VIN check), gearbox type, and generation, as these determine clutch compatibility. A breaker familiar with JDM Skylines will be able to match the part correctly once they have those details.