370Z / G37 Supercharger System Progress: Intake Manifold Detailed
January 16, 2010
In the last update post we showed the new Intake Manifold and discussed the function of the Air-to-Water Intercooler System. Heres some more details on the design of the Intake Manifold and the engineering behind the STILLEN VQ37 Supercharger System.
As you can see we have relocated the throttle bodies to one side of the intake manifold. There are several reasons for this: Read more
370Z / G37 Supercharger System Progress: Intake Manifold & Intercooler
January 16, 2010
After the decision was made to go with the Vortech Centrifugal Supercharger, work began on developing the kit. The engineers spent hours under the hood of our project G37 Coupe taking measurements, test fitting parts, and checking the tight clearances to see where they could put all of the necessary components. The new VQ37 has a very unique and challenging dual throttle body intake design. The STILLEN engineers have had great success with making big power off this design and a perfect example of that are the Generation 3 Intakes which offer up to 18 horsepower! However, the supercharger was going to require some creative thinking and once again, the engineers have pulled it off!
Here are some pictures of the STILLEN-designed intake manifold done with our 3D CAD software, and some of the new aluminum castings just received before final machining: Read more
Adam’s Polishes Detail Clinic at STILLEN – Jan 16th
January 12, 2010
Join us Saturday, January 16th at STILLEN as we host the first BIG Detail Clinic of 2010!
STILLEN relies on Adam’s Polishes to keep all of our show cars looking the way they were meant to be, and we’re opening up the shop to give our customers an up-close look at these detailing products in action.
Adam’s experts will be on hand, demoing Adam’s most popular products, new detailing tools and accessories, and giving you first hand advice for getting the absolute best shine possible. Plus, there will be one-day-only special savings and FREE Adams’s samples for all that attend. Read more
370Z / G37 Supercharger System Progress: R&D
January 8, 2010
STILLEN is proud to announce we are nearing completion for the Nissan 370Z / Infiniti G37 Supercharger System. As we approach production, we will be updating the progress as frequently as possible on our blog. We’ll start with the concept, and some insight into the development process.
This 3.7L supercharger development began in late 2008 and moved steadily through 2009. We had a bit of a delay in the development while the STILLEN R35 GT-R was prepared for Targa Newfoundland, but after that car was completed it was back to business on the supercharger! We have just started the new year in 2010 and we are excited to say the supercharger is nearly finished! Here is a re-cap on our development and some of the engineering that went into making this kit come to life! Read more
Technology Spotlight: AP Racing Strap Drive Brake Rotors
January 7, 2010
This Strap Drive System has been developed by AP Racing both for Road and Race applications. The standard fitment brake discs on many performance cars can suffer from brake vibrations caused by disc distortion. This generally occurs on fast road and track installations.
On many performance cars the typical standard brake disc will be a heavy duty ventilated single piece casting. Couple this type of rigid disc to a standard hub and wheel bearing and the result is any hub distortion / run out will transfer onto the disc brake faces. This eventually results in brake vibrations, usually picked up through the steering wheel.
The AP Racing Strap Drive System offers a new take on the floating systems already in the market place. Strap Drive uses a series of stainless steel straps to locate the disc to the mounting bell, producing a flexible coupling between the hub and the disc faces. This allows the disc to run true in the caliper under all conditions and also permits the disc to expand and contract without being restricted. Read more
STILLEN Releases Kia Soul Suspension Components
December 2, 2009
Rounding out the recently launched Kia Soul performance products as well as body styling products, STILLEN is announcing the release of the Kia Soul Strut Tower Brace, Eibach lowering springs, as well as upgraded wheel options.
The combination of the stiffer springs from Eibach, lowering the center of gravity on the Soul, and firming up the front suspension with the STILLEN Strut Tower Brace inspires additional confidence in spirited driving. Read more
STILLEN Releases Kia Soul Body Kit & Styling Components
November 27, 2009
After months of development, STILLEN is proud to release our new styling products for the new Kia Soul as seen at SEMA 2009.
Aero components include the Kia Soul Front Lip Spoiler made from durable Polyurethane to withstand abuse and perform just like OEM. Also new from the design studio is the Kia Soul Rear Roof Wing, constructed of urethane. Read more
STILLEN Launches Digital R35 Nissan GT-R Parts Catalog
November 11, 2009
We are proud to launch our R35 Nissan GT-R specific product catalog in a “page-turn” digital format, and invite you to take a look at what we have to offer for Nissan’s flagship.
The catalog features products, videos, images, specifications, as well as some information on Steve Millen and STILLEN. Read more
STILLEN 350Z Generation 3 Ultra Long Intake Released!
October 9, 2009
Continuing with the performance success of the STILLEN Generation 3 Intake System for the 3.7L engines in the G37 Coupe and G37 Sedan, as well as the Dual Throttle Body 3.5L in the G35 Sedan – STILLEN is proud to release the Generation 3 Intake for the Dual Throttle Body 350Z.
When developing these intakes, we’ve seen the highest gains after 7-8 dyno runs. During our testing, gains were up at 20hp to the wheels (dyno after the jump)! Read more
STILLEN Releases Kia Soul Exhaust and Intake
September 23, 2009
We are proud to release a high-quality Stainless Exhaust and Hi-Flow Intake for the hot new 2010 Kia Soul. These Kia Soul performance products make both a visual impact and transform the sound of the Soul’s 2.0L engine.
For all of the details follow the jump Read more
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