February 6th 1994 was a truly defining day in the career of Steve Millen. Not only did he finish first overall in the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, but he also took pole position and fastest lap… automobile racing’s version of the Triple Crown! What made this accomplishment all the more remarkable was the fact that Steve had suffered a potentially career ending injury at Watkins Glen only 6 months earlier in which he suffered a skull fracture, broken jaw, nerve damage as well as a broken arm and ribs.
The 1994 IMSA season saw a series that was at the height of its popularity with races broadcast live on CBS, huge crowds and multiple manufacturers with factory teams running extremely competitive races. It was truly a difficult year to win races.
The season started out in Florida with the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona – the Superbowl of the series, and the race everybody wanted to win. Steve’s team came into the race confident after a great off season of testing where the factory Nissan 75 & 76 300ZX-Turbo cars had been run thousand of miles, making both cars fast and reliable.
Pole Position
The first goal at the track when they arrived was to secure pole position which Steve did. Getting the pole at Daytona was extremely important as over 70 cars had entered this prestigious race. Getting the pole here was more important than any other race as you “didn’t want to get stuck in the back heading for that first corner with that many cars scrambling for position so early in the race”. Once that was achieved, the next most important item was to setup the car so it was not only fast, but comfortable too seeing as it was going to be run for 24 hours.
As the lead driver for the Nissan factory team, Steve had the option to stay out of both cars for the first few hours until they could determine which car would give him the best chance of scoring as many points as possible. And with Daytona a bonus point race due to its length, this was even more important to get the points for the overall championship.
Broken Crank Shafts, Rain & Overcoming Obstacles
The 75 & 76 were comfortably running 1 & 2 after 7 hours of racing, so Steve decided to get into the 75 car he had qualified on pole. Unfortunately, while in the lead, the crank shaft broke, which took his car out of the race. Hours later, however, the heavens opened and it poured rain. Steve was pushed into duty in the 76 car being driven by Scott Pruett, Paul Gentilozzi and Butch Leitzinger.
None of them really wanted to negotiate Daytona’s banked track at over 200 M.P.H., so in he went. Steve also happens to be a bit of a rain-master – A la Senna and Schumacher, who excel while running in the wet. (During his entire career, he won every race he had ever been in when it rained… probably due to learning to drive in New Zealand, where it gets its fair share of rain!) As soon as he got in the car, he started to pull away from the field, consistently running fast lap after fast lap in the testing conditions.
Victory!
The No. 76 Nissan 300ZX-Turbo was steady throughout the rest of the race covering in total 707 laps, 2,516.92 miles and averaging 104.80 mph. Leading for all but 111 laps, including the final 427, the team’s margin of victory was a dominating 24 laps.
Entered as a partnership between Gentilozzi and Clayton Cunningham, the Nissan 300ZX-Turbo scored the first overall win in the Rolex 24 for a GT car since 1983 and the first win for a front-engine car since 1976.
Speedhunters.com also wrote a top notch expose covering Steve’s exploits in the Twin Turbo Cunningham racing cars that season, as well as several others which can be read here.
Hear Steve’s description in the video below as well as some clips from the race itself.
Learn More About Steve Millen & STILLEN
If you would like to learn more about Steve Millen and his racing career, please click here. While on the site, you can also learn more about how he turned his professional racing career into the STILLEN brand that is so well respected in the automotive industry today. Also at STILLEN.com, you can shop a variety of aftermarket and performance parts, including the STILLEN brand of exhausts, superchargers, air intakes, big brake kits and more. STILLEN Costa Mesa, Ca. headquarters also features an expert research and development team and full service performance shop, which allows the STILLEN brand to continue Steve Millen’s winning tradition!
Take your 2013-2014 Sentra to the next level with a new STILLEN stainless steel axle back exhaust. Just released, this exhaust system for the Sentra is some of the finest work the STILLEN R&D has produced to date. It offers mandrel bent piping, a polished stainless steel wall tip and 304 stainless steel construction. With these high quality materials and expert manufacturing, it’s easy to see why we’re proud of it.
Like other STILLEN exhausts, this rear section exhaust for 2013-2014 Nissan Sentras boasts an aggressive tone under hard acceleration to add a little kick to your drive!
With over 25 years’ experience installing and developing Nissan aftermarket parts, you can trust that the STILLEN team of experts with your Sentra. Every one of our exhaust systems are meticulously engineered and crafted by our research & development team at our automotive campus in Costa Mesa, California. Every exhaust that we develop is tested time and time again until we got an unsurpassed level of the perfect sound and performance.
Features & Benefits of the 2013-2014 Sentra Axle Back Exhaust by STILLEN
304 stainless steel mufflers & tip for added durability and a long life
Backed by a manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty
Mandrel bent piping for a smooth flow and fuel mileage gains at cruising speeds
If you’re interested in this Nissan Sentra axle back exhaust, we also offer rear section exhaust, please visit our website at STILLEN.com, or call us at 866-250-5542 and we will be happy to help you.
For many years STILLEN has been recognized as a leading manufacturer of high performance parts. From exhausts and intakes to supercharger and turbocharger kits, STILLEN has done it all. Over the years questions have been asked as to why STILLEN prefers some of its manufacturing steps over other more popular standards. The best answer to this question is an explanation of the companies history.
STILLEN was founded by Steve Millen. A legendary race-car driver, he won races around the world including the 24 hours of Le Mans, 24 hours of Daytona, numerous championships in many different series, open wheel, sports car, and even Mickey Thompson off-road racing. STILLEN the company, has been manufacturing high performance parts for cars and trucks for nearly 25 years. All of the parts manufactured by STILLEN have many years and hundreds of victories and dozens of championships backing them up. We know what it takes to win races and championships on the race track as well as make parts that last for many, many years on the street.
When developing a performance exhaust system the engineers at STILLEN take many things into consideration to help ensure each exhaust meets our high standards. Here are a few top items the STILLEN team considers when developing a new exhaust system:
Power development
Sound
Quality
Fit
Finish
Ease of installation
Aesthetic appeal
Exhaust Power Development
STILLEN has been known to test many different configurations of exhaust systems before signing off on a particular design. Many vehicles have seen as many as 15 different exhaust configurations on our dyno before testing is complete. Our goal is to make the most power possible without sacrificing any part of the cars power band. By improving the exhaust’s efficiency we can gain power across the entire RPM band. STILLEN has been apart of numerous magazine tests on many of our performance exhaust systems and each time we are considered to be among the top performers if not the best. One of our exhaust systems has been tested by 5 different magazines and each test has shown STILLEN to be the best exhaust system.
Exhaust Sound
Performance exhaust systems not only need to develop more power than stock, but they also need to offer the driver an enjoyable sound. A “good sounding exhaust” is purely objective and is open to interpretation. Some people like one sound while other people like a completely different sound.
STILLEN always strives for a refined sound that offers a nice blend between mild and wild. During normal driving conditions a STILLEN exhaust will offer a mild sound that is barely noticeable over stock. Under heavy acceleration, however, the exhaust will come alive. Letting everyone around the car know that you are all about performance and you are moving fast. It is difficult to get the right mixture of sounds, but it is very important. The last thing we want for you want is a droning exhaust system that drives you crazy.
Quality of Exhaust System
STILLEN manufactures all of their exhaust systems out of a combination of polished 304 and 409 stainless steel. All of the pipes are polished 409 stainless steel and the mufflers and tips are polished 304 stainless steel. After many years of testing and manufacturing it has been determined that the increased carbon levels in the 409 stainless steel material act as a resonance buffer. Because 409 stainless steel is slightly heavier than 304 stainless steel, due to its higher carbon levels, it prevents harmonic vibrations that can fatigue metal and cause stress fractures. This is also helpful in preventing any drone as the exhaust pulse is less likely to hit the harmonic frequency of the metal. 304 stainless steel is better used in areas like mufflers and exhaust tips because the 304 stainless steel will not lose its luster while 409 stainless steel will dull over time. On most of our exhaust systems the mufflers and tips are in locations that show off the exhaust system. Because of this we want to make sure those parts are always looking their absolute best.
Fit and Finish of Exhaust
For many years STILLEN has been using exhaust clamps to secure the pipes to one another. Exhaust flanges are ideal for one off applications, but they do not always work best in mass production. For instance, it has been well documented that the factory exhaust on a Nissan 350Z or Infiniti G35 can come from the factory off center. We have seen hundreds of cases where the factory exhaust either did not line up or hung too low on one side. This problem has to do with the location of the exhaust hangers on the chassis. Because of this there is no room for adjustment if flanges are utilized. This means that no matter what, if you have an exhaust that is not perfect from the factory, an aftermarket exhaust will also not be perfect. However, with the exhaust clamps that we use there is plenty of room for adjustment. Each connection consists of one pipe that has been cross-cut and stretched to accommodate another pipe inside. This slip joint connection allows for a tight and secure fit when the clamp is tightened, closing the stretched pipe around the internal pipe. With this setup we have plenty of room for adjustment and no chance of leaking or mis-alignment.
Ease of Installation of Exhaust System
Each STILLEN exhaust system is manufactured in close tolerance fixtures and jigs. There is one master part for each fixture that is constantly put into the rotation to ensure that the fixture and all parts coming out of the fixture are perfect and identical.
Contact Us
For more information on the different types of exhausts we manufacture, please visit www.stillen.com or call 866-250-5542.
Eibach has been a trusted vendor with STILLEN for over 25 years having created many products needed to meet the extreme requirements of racing, from the 245-mph Mulsanne straight of Le Mans to the fender-to-fender combat of the Daytona Motor Speedway.
The chassis of a production vehicle is designed to be built at a minimum cost, and suited for an “average driver”. We enthusiasts, however, are anything but average. We know what we want from a vehicle. We want immediate response, reduced body roll, increased stability and enhanced cornering ability. And we want the look that comes with those characteristics-a lower, more muscular, more athletic stance.
The special skills of Eibach engineers are in the tuning of the individual components (springs, dampers and stabilizers) to achieve the best possible harmony between the driver, the automobile and the road. As a driver you immediately feel more direct handling and greater predictability. Nose dive under braking is reduced, as well as excessive body roll in hard cornering. In any performance driving situation, tracking stability-and driver confidence-is greatly enhanced.
Eibach production technology is recognized worldwide as leading its field. This company is know for high-strength spring-steel alloys, advanced CNC winding process, high-quality corrosion protection and the legendary longevity of their components.
The entire process, from initial development to final shipping, is subject to a rigid Quality Control System that is certified by the highest ISO 9001:2000 international quality standard. In fact, Eibach operates in accordance to its own, often more rigid, specifications. When you see the Eibach logo on a part, you can be sure that it is of the highest possible quality.
Eibach springs have supported innumerable race and championship winners over the last two decades. In series as different as Formula 1 and NASCAR, the winning factor is often chassis setup and tuning. When everybody has comparable power, the guy who wins is the guy who can put that power to the ground-and maintain his momentum through the corners. The list of Eibach partners reads like “Who’s Who” in Motor Sports: AMG, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Honda, Lamborghini, Lola, MazdaSpeed, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Porsche, Renault F-1, Toyota, and many, many more.
Whether you’re talking about F1, NASCAR, WRC, CART or Indy Car, Eibach regards Motor Sports as the ideal proving ground. The experience Eibach gains at the highest levels of racing is directly converted into their development of the highest-grade chassis components on the planet. And the enthusiasm created by the challenges of motor sports drives them to ever-higher performance-performance that you will enjoy every time you pull out of the pits-or your own garage.
To speak with an expert and find out more about our full line of Eibach products, give us a call at (866) 250-5542. You can also visit STILLEN.com and check out the entire range of we Eibach products offer.
Break out of the ordinary and take your new 2008-2014 Nissa Altima to the next level with a new STILLEN Stainless Steel Cat-Back exhaust. Just released, these exhaust systems for the Altima are the pride of the STILLEN R&D team. With mandrel bent piping, dual wall tips made of polished stainless steel and a 304 stainless steel construction, it’s easy to see why.
STILLEN’s Nissan Altima Exhaust Systems aren’t just built for looks or sound, but are built for power. Power that you can feel while driving! With this exhaust system, you are sure to enjoy the power band with a big gain on top. Additionally, mileage gains during highway travel can be expected as you cruise at steady speeds.
You’re sure to enjoy this STILLEN exhaust for Nissan Altima for many years. It features aluminized performance mufflers or stainless steel free flowing mufflers for long life. Plus, this system boasts the perfect fit and finish for the Nissan Altima!
Finally, the improved airflow created by addition of the 2014 Nissan Altima cat-back exhaust is verified by the significant dyno HP increase. If you want to go faster, make your engine more efficient and enjoy a better sounding exhaust, adding the STILLEN Exhaust to your Nissan Altima is a must.
Please note: Actual product may vary slightly from image.
Features & Benefits of the Nissan Altima Exhaust by STILLEN:
Complete Cat-Back Exhaust System
Stainless Steel Construction
Polished Stainless Tips, End Pipes and Mufflers
Increase of Horsepower and Torque
Mild at Idle/Cruising – Aggressive Note Under Throttle
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Stock Exhaust vs. STILLEN Exhaust – Hear the Difference:
This full cat-back exhaust boasts the sound STILLEN exhausts are known for with an aggressive tone under hard acceleration to add a little bite to your drive. Watch the video below to hear the difference between the Altima stock exhaust and the STILLEN
STILLEN & Nissan – A Long & Lasting Relationship:
The relationship between STILLEN and Nissan has been a long and successful venture. With over 25 years’ experience installing and developing Nissan aftermarket parts, you can trust that the STILLEN team with your Altima. Each exhaust system is meticulously engineered and crafted by our research & development at our facility in Costa Mesa, California and is tested time and time again until we get the perfect sound and performance.
Have Questions? Contact Us!
If you have any questions about this exhaust or any of our other products, please contact us! We will be happy to help you and offer recommendations based on your vehicle and needs. You can reach our Nissan performance part experts at 866-250-5542.
At STILLEN, one of the things we are most proud to say is that all of STILLEN’s products are made right here in the USA, manufactured at our locations in California, and proud to bring jobs to Southern California. We are also proud to align ourselves whenever possible with companies that hold these same values, and build quality USA-made products. You may have seen an inspiring commercial during the “Big Game” this past weekend, from the folks at Weathertech, who make some of the finest floor liners and cargo liners in the world.
STILLEN is excited to partner with Weathertech to bring you these great products, and welcome the opportunity to talk to you about them, and the wide array of products STILLEN manufactures. If you haven’t seen the commercial, take a look here!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wTJwiPWb6I
WeatherTech® all weather floor mats might be the most advanced floor mats you can buy on the market today. WeatherTech will perform 3D modeling of a vehicles floor area to assist in developing a floor mat that will fit perfectly in that space.
WeatherTech uses the latest CAD and CAM software in the development process. The latest CNC machinery is used in the production process. Couple that with their talented staff, WeatherTech makes the best all weather floor mats in the industry.
WeatherTech Floor Mat Features:
Designed for your Vehicle
Traps Debris
Skid Free
Odor Resistant
Non Stick Protective Coating
All Weather Safe
WeatherTech floor mats come in three different colors, black, tan, and grey. One or more of these colors will match up with the color of the interior of your vehicle nicely. WeatherTech floor mats will not crack in subzero weather nor will they be weakened by extreme heat. Each floor mat has a channel design that flows liquid and dirt away from the edges of the floor mat to trap the debris so it will not spill onto the carpet.
Cleanup is easy due to the nonstick finish. The floor mat will not bunch up beneath your feet while driving due to the sturdy nibs and nonskid surface. No mildew smell or other foul odors will be experienced as the WeatherTech all weather floor mats are produced from an odor resistant material.
STILLEN also offers floor liners and cargo liners from WeatherTech. See below for a list of popular vehicles we carry WeatherTech floor mats for:
To speak with an expert and find out more about Weathertech products, give us a call at (866) 250-5542. You can also visit STILLEN and check out the entire range of we Weathertech products offer.
WeatherTech® all weather floor mats might be the most advanced floor mats you can buy. WeatherTech will perform 3D modeling of a vehicles floor area to assist in developing a floor mat that will fit perfectly in that space. WeatherTech uses the latest CAD and CAM software in the development process. The latest CNC machinery is used in the production process. Couple that with their talented staff, WeatherTech makes the best all weather floor mats in the industry.
WeatherTech Floor Mat Features:
Designed for your Vehicle
Traps Debris
Skid Free
Odor Resistant
Non Stick Protective Coating
All Weather Safe
WeatherTech floor mats come in three different colors, black, tan, and grey. One or more of these colors will match up with the color of the interior of your vehicle nicely. WeatherTech floor mats will not crack in subzero weather nor will they be weakened by extreme heat. Each floor mat has a channel design that flows liquid and dirt away from the edges of the floor mat to trap the debris so it will not spill onto the carpet. Cleanup is easy due to the nonstick finish. The floor mat will not bunch up beneath your feet while driving due to the sturdy nibs and nonskid surface. No mildew smell or other foul odors will be experienced as the WeatherTech all weather floor mats are produced from an odor resistant material.
Stillen also offers floor liners and cargo liners from WeatherTech.
Choose your vehicle above to find the WeatherTech floor mat that was specifically designed to fit your vehicle, or give us a call at (866)250-5542.
MagnaFlow has released a new line of performance Dodge Ram exhaust systems, all of which are made of durable, long lasting steel, dyno tested and proven to make power and provide performance gains in horsepower and torque. Each MagnaFlow Dodge Ram exhaust is easy to install and each has the brilliantly smooth, deep tone you know as the MagnaFlow Performance Exhaust trademark of excellence.
Whether you’ve got the Dodge Ram Crew cab or the massive Ram Mega cab, whether a short or long bed you can now get an amazing rumble out of your powerful machine from a MagnaFlow Dodge Ram exhaust with a 5 or 6 inch inter-cooled tip in black, stainless or aluminized finishes, each offering a new, different and improved look over the stock exhaust system, as well as the sound, performance and durability you’re searching for in a MagnaFlow Performance Exhaust.
If you’re looking for a great Jeep Wrangler exhaust system, you’ve found the place to look, and are sure to get the power, sound, look and overall performance out of any of these Gibson options, from the eclectic Metal Mulisha ceramic dual split, to the single rear exit Cat-Back. Gibson took great care when designing and building these Jeep Wrangler exhaust systems, giving consideration to the fact that Jeep enthusiasts need more power in the low and mid ranges, from idle to 3,000rpm, for better towing and climbing ability.
The power gains come in that sweet spot low-mid range with each one of these Jeep Wrangler exhaust systems, because Gibson uses a baffled and chambered design, with no internal packing, giving a powerful, deep tone, as well as serious performance. Get the affordable, power-gaining, difference-making Gibson setup as a replacement for and upgrade to your Jeep Wrangler exhaust, and feel the difference the first time you’re near-vertical climbing a boulder, or on a long haul with your boat or toy trailer.
Which Gibson Jeep Wrangler Exhaust Do You Want?
Gibson Metal Mulisha Cat-Back Performance Jeep Wrangler Exhaust
You want to go faster, have a more responsive acceleration and improve the fuel economy of your car? Some may think that this is too much to ask for, but the truth is it is possible and the answer is simple: Get a new air intake kit for your car or truck. Air intakes not only make your engine more powerful, but they also make your engine more efficient. Plus, you get the added benefit of a better sound and improved performance!
Generation 3 STILLEN Cold Air Intake for Infiniti G37
Why Performance Air Intakes Are Better Than Stock Air Intakes:
When designing a vehicle the factory engineers are constantly dealing with compromises. Engineers will build the best vehicle imaginable. Then another set of engineers come in and make sure that vehicle will work for 99.9% of all people. From the young, aggressive, enthusiastic teenager to the middle-aged businessman and the little old lady using the car as a mode of transport. Once the car has been toned down enough for “everyone” to enjoy the accountants come in. Their job is simply to cut costs. Is the door handle necessary? Does the car really need a windshield? We joke, obviously, but the general job is to reduce costs as much as possible. In many cases their reducing the cost of the car without actually reducing the part, working with vendors to streamline their shipping processes, making adjustments to their manufacturing plants so they run more efficiently. Now you may be asking yourself, “what does this have to do with a cold air intake?”
By the time the vehicle has gone through the various levels of engineering, there have been compromises made for various reasons. The end result is a vehicle that has been de-tuned, and softened up. In some cases this is good, in others such as vehicle performance this means the engine isn’t breathing as well as it could and the performance isn’t as optimal as it could be. This is where we come in. As automotive enthusiasts, we want to hear the air intake. We want to hear the engine breathing. We want to feel the additional power. All of this becomes the character of the vehicle. To accomplish this there are a few things we do differently.
Most vehicles come with a flexible intake tubing that looks like accordion tubing. This tubing creates turbulence as the air passes through. The turbulence is created by the riffles inside of the airstream. The goal when developing a cold air intake is to achieve a laminar airflow through the intake piping.
Additional benefits can come by way of a larger air filter. Factory air filters are generally referred to as “panel filters” as they are simple drop-in squares or rectangles. Most performance intakes take advantage of an oval, circular, or more three dimensionally shaped filter. This allows for a larger surface area thus allowing for better filtration, less restrictive airflow.
In most cases the factory air intakes are undersized and can create a bit of restriction in the intake path. By going with a larger diameter tubing it allows for a larger volume of air to be available to the engine.
Some companies such as Injen technologies will manipulate the airflow to increase the velocity of the air as it travels through the intake piping.
Some companies like AEM performance intakes will include a supplemental computer which can be attached to the factory MAF sensor to alter the signal being sent to the factory ecu. AEM calls this their ETI intake system or electronically tuned intake systems.
When reviewing a cold air intake, the name itself tells the story. The goal is to simply draw air from the coolest place possible. By relocating the vehicles air intake location outside of the engine bay you are getting fresher, cooler air.
Why It Works:
Unlike stock air intakes, the design of aftermarket air intakes promote improved air flow into your engine. This increases the amount of oxygen that can be used for combustion. In turn, having additional air in your engine allows it to be more efficient – both in terms of horsepower and fuel efficiency.
Air is just like anything else in this world. It is made up of molecules and all molecules expand and contract depending on the temperatures in the environment they’re in. As the temperature increases the air molecules grow larger. As the temperature decreases the air molecules shrink and therefore become more dense. By reducing the temperature of the air you are effectively making the air more dense and the same volume of air becomes more oxygen rich.
To get the lowest ambient air temperature possible you have to move the air intake location as far outside of the engine bay as you can. This is the reason we relocate the filters and intake pickups to the front bumpers or between the fender and chassis rails. The goal is always the same, move the intake port to the coolest area getting the most direct airflow as possible.
Types of Intakes Available:
Cold Air Intakes
There are two different types of cold air intakes. Traditionally and most obvious are the intakes that re-locate the air intake pickup to outside the engine bay. These usually require a bit more mechanical knowledge as often times you’ll need to remove body parts such as bumpers or windshield washer bottles.
The other type of cold air intake looks similar to a factory intake with a sealed air box. The primary difference is that the air box is generally larger and in most cases re-routes its air intake location to somewhere outside the engine bay. In some cases these sealed boxes can employ ram air scoops with air being directed from lower parts of the vehicle such as behind the front bumper on many full-size trucks.
Many people prefer the OE looks of this style of intake. You also get a large air filter, and a larger air box which allows for a larger air reservoir for the engine to pull from. In most cases, these systems are the easiest “cold air intakes” to install.
Offers the highest horsepower for basic applications
Prevents Ingestion of Hot Engine Bay Air
Sealed Airbox Design WILL DRAMATICALLY Outperforms an Open Intake In Traffic or Hot Days
Short Ram Intakes
These systems are identified by their short, single tube design with an open air filter at one end. If you are looking for an upgrade in throttle response, then this is the air intake for you. Another major difference between the short ram intake and cold air intake is that the short ram intake is generally louder. In most cases this type of air intake is the easiest modification you can make to your vehicle. It’s even easier than changing the oil or headlight bulbs on most vehicles.
Why We Like Them:
Offers a distinctive sound and improved throttle response
Simplicity
Make Sure Your New Air Intake is CARB EXEMPT:
It is important to know your states laws and regulations regarding performance parts on your vehicle. In most states as long as you don’t have any check engine lights your vehicle will be passed and you will receive your registration quickly and easily. However if you live in a state that follows the CARB regulations (California Air Resources Board) you will want to make sure that the cold air intake you are installing is legal for use and operation on the roads in your state – intakes that are permissible for use in California will feature a CARB EXEMPT Executive Order number, that exempts that part from emissions regulations. Currently there are only a few states that have adopted CARB regulations, but more states integrate these regulations every year.
If you purchase a CARB EXEMPTED intake, your kit WILL come with a decal which you will want to place somewhere inside your engine bay. We recommend sticking it next to your vehicles factory emissions decals generally located under the hood. Another easy to locate place is on the front core support directly above the radiator.
Dry Filters vs. Oiled Filters
For years the debate has raged on, dry filters are better than oiled filters, oiled filters have better filtration capabilities than dry filters. The factor of the matter is, both types of filters work very well. These days filter technology has come so far and is so good that it really comes down to user/owner preference.
Oiled filters will not damage your MAF sensor. K&N engineering is recognized as being the first company to employ oiled filters in their intake designs. They have been testing their oiled filters for decades and continue to test their filters and oils against the latest technology coming out from the OE’s. Every time they test their products they find that there is no damage being done to electronic components or engine internals caused by their oils. For more information on this visit the K&N website here: www.knfilters.com/maf/massair.htm
Dry filters do have the added benefit of not even being able to bring up the question about oiling issues or anything like that. As the filter is completely dry there is no way oil can get onto electrical components or into the engine. If you find yourself uneasy about the idea of using an oiled filter even after reading all of the information provided earlier, a dry filter is going to be your best option. Another side benefit is that a dry filter is typically easier to clean
STILLEN
STILLEN is the only major retailer who also designs and manufactures their own cold air intakes, and we make it all RIGHT HERE, in the USA at STILLEN HQ in Costa Mesa. Founded by Champion Racer Steve Millen, STILLEN has been manufacturing cold air intakes since the early 90’s, applying our championship-winning race engineering experience to our line of performance parts for street vehicles. After all, if we can build an 800HP race car, why wouldn’t we be the people to trust with your street car? STILLEN has been working with CARB to achieve exemption orders for many products since 1995. Not only do we carry all of the major manufacturers such as Injen, Airaid, Volant, K&N, AEM we also manufacture our own intake kits that are seen as the leaders in their segments, often delivering the most horsepower and torque to the wheels in their class.
Warranty
A frequently asked question is, what will happen to my warranty after installing a cold air intake? Your factory warranty will not be affected by installing a non-factory intake. The dealership/manufacturer has to definitively prove that the modification made to the vehicle caused the issue your vehicle is experiencing. It is important to know your rights on this: www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0138-auto-warranties-routine-maintenance
You’ve seen the serious racing trucks in the Pro 2 and Pro 4 that have Gibson exhausts helping them rip through the turns and keep real traction while sliding all over the dirt tracks, and now you can get one of your own Sierra or Silverado 1500 exhaust systems from Gibson to feel and hear the exhilaration of the power pushing out of your pipes. You can add style, sound and performance with a Gibson 2014 Silverado exhaust with a wide range of variations, from the Metal Mulisha which was designed with help from pro driver Brian Deegan, and has a black ceramic tip sporting an iconic Metal Mulisha helmeted skull, to the wide split dual exhaust that flares the massive sound out or each side at the rear.
Whichever option you prefer, you’ll receive a serious gain in horsepower, averaging between 18-20HP additional and gaining some 15-20ft/lbs torque, plus you get the peace of mind of a limited lifetime warranty from Gibson on every 2014 Silverado exhaust. The installation process is hassle-free and requires no welding for any of these systems and the non-internally packed, baffled and chambered design is incredible. Get decreased back pressure you’ll feel and sound you’ll love, especially in towing conditions, not to mention serious power gains.
Which Gibson Exhaust 2014 Silverado Exhaust Is Right For You?
The season started out in Florida with the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona – the Superbowl of the series, and the race everybody wanted to win. Steve’s team came into the race confident after a great off season of testing where the factory Nissan 75 & 76 300ZX-Turbo cars had been run thousand of miles, making both cars fast and reliable.
Entered as a partnership between Gentilozzi and Clayton Cunningham, the Nissan 300ZX-Turbo scored the first overall win in the Rolex 24 for a GT car since 1983 and the first win for a front-engine car since 1976.
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