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Employee Spotlight – Cheryl Stramotas – Acura NSX

Apr 7, 2016

STILLEN is a company that is proud to be owned and operated by automotive enthusiasts. This month’s employee spotlight is on one of our long time employees.

Cheryl Stramotas

Cheryl has been working with STILLEN for 9 years. She heads up the Human Resources Department and also handles company safety for all 3 buildings and branches of STILLEN. Cheryl isn’t your typical HR Manager. She is an avid automotive enthusiast and she shares that passion with her husband. They have owned a lot of cars, but one of their favorites is this 1997 Acura NSX.

Cheryl purchased this NSX in 2009, a couple years after selling her previous NSX. “We bought this NSX because we missed the performance, design, and reliability.” The car came equipped with the CompTech performance package when it was purchased. This included the Supercharger, Big Brakes, Sway Bars, and Tower Brace. Now a lot of people would look at the car and feel like there wasn’t anything to add, but Cheryl had plans. Within no time the NSX received an appearance overhaul. A full 2002+ NSX Exterior update was performed (which is quite extensive), along with Seibon Carbon Fiber Rear Wing, DownForce Carbon Kevlar Scoop Hood, B-Line Cold Air Intake, and Enkei Wheels. Lastly the interior was redone with Leather and Alcantara, and a Honda S2000 Steering Wheel while adding in some extra gauges to keep tabs on how the car is running.

Don’t think this is just a garage queen though. Cheryl drives the NSX to work a couple times a week and takes it out on weekends quite regularly. The rest of the time she commutes in her Infiniti EX35 which is currently stock. But of course she plans to add a on STILLEN Supercharger in the near future. Cheryl and her husband are no strangers to performance cars and have also owned a 2007 350Z Convertible, a R35 GTR, and now have an Audi RS5. As cars continue to come and go for Cheryl, this NSX is definitely going to be a permanent resident in their stable.

Enthusiast employees are one of the things that make STILLEN a unique company and what helps drive us forward every day.

STILLEN Infiniti Q50 Supercharger Now Available!

Mar 25, 2016

STILLEN is proud to announce that the Infiniti Q50 Supercharger is now available for shipping! Q50 owners across the US and around the world who demand the very best have patiently waited for the STILLEN supercharger to enter production, and the wait was worth it!

500 Horsepower Supercharger

How does around 500 horsepower at the flywheel sound as a reward for your patience?

Add a dose of torque, better-than-stock heat management and airflow, 50 state emissions compliance and near stock fuel economy at low RPM. Now you’ve got the formula for superchargers done the STILLEN way.

We’re talking driveable horsepower too, suitable for daily drivers, canyon carvers and track days.

What does ‘driveable’ mean? Take an unsuspecting passenger for a low RPM cruise around town in your STILLEN supercharged Infiniti Q50. Keep a light touch on the gas pedal and they might be fooled into thinking there’s a bone stock motor under the hood.

They won’t suspect a thing….until you hit the town limit sign and crack the throttle wide open.

Scenery gets blurry-in-a-hurry as the centrifugal Vortech blower spins up to hyperspeed with a telltale hiss. The STILLEN designed and built intake manifold sucks in cubic yards of cool air. The remapped ECU fuel management module jacks the boosted fuel pump to inject the precise amount of high octane cocktail into the maelstrom.

Your right foot is orchestrating a symphony of controlled violence that delivers a linear, bottomless powerband. If you can peel your head off the headrest to sneak a glance at your passenger you’ll see instant enlightenment and heavy G’s at work.

Some of the exclusive STILLEN Q50 supercharger features include:

Boosts output to +/- 500 HP at the flywheel
Compact design means no hood replacement required
Front-mounted compact heat exchanger maximizes cool air flow to vital engine cooling components
In-manifold air-water intercooler chills air charge at engine entry point for maximum efficiency
Redesigned intake manifold for increased airflow and torque
Utilizes Vortech V3 supercharger – fully sealed, quiet, upgradeable and reliable
50 state legal
Available 3 year/36,000 Powertrain Warranty

STILLEN Quality

Before donning the STILLEN logo, this supercharger was thoroughly tested to ensure maximum quality and performance by our in-house Research and Development team. However, to truly test this supercharger’s limits, it was put through its paces and driven from STILLEN headquarters in Costa Mesa, CA to the SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada and back by STILLEN Vice President of Business Development, Kyle Millen.

After the drive, Millen said: “The Q50 drove exceptionally well the whole way. There were a few stretches of road where I was able to open up the car and I was very happy with the power delivery as well as drivability.”

With results like this during testing, we have no question about this supercharger system’s quality and reliability. As such, we are offering a 3 year/36,000 mile manufacturer’s limited engine warranty on this kit.

STILLEN Infiniti Q50 Supercharger Kit Part Numbers

Contact Us

We’re sure you have questions about the STILLEN Infiniti Q50 Supercharger, so please give our experts a call. You can reach them at 866-250-5542 and they will be happy to give you more information, answer any questions you have and help you order your new supercharger!

Employee Spotlight – Jillian White – Datsun 280Z S30

Jan 27, 2016

STILLEN is a company that is proud to be owned and operated by automotive enthusiasts. This month’s employee spotlight is on one of our rising stars.

Jillian White

Jill started working at STILLEN mid 2015 and has been awesome to have around. She has proven to be one of the biggest gear heads here and is always on a mission to learn more and help others build their dream car.

Jill’s passion for cars started after she bought her first mod for her first car (Scion TC). She installed it herself and realized she enjoyed working on cars. After a community college automotive class she was hooked. Jill bought her first project car, a 1966 Karmann Ghia which she has been restoring for the past few years. “It will be a complete resto-mod. No bolt unturned. I wanted to build a car just like Chip Foose and his A team. The dream is still there and it’s slowly becoming a reality.” While working on her first project car Jill grew tired of her TC and decided she wanted something older with a little more of a soul. She picked up a 1978 Datsun 280Z after helping a friend work on their 280Z.

Originally intended as just a daily (famous last words), Jill started off with replacing things like the brakes, and various suspension components. It wasn’t too long after that she needed to look for new tires. Now we all know that new tires mean you might as well get new wheels too right? Within no time her daily became its own little project. She soon tackled the body work (and yes, she did it herself) and got the car painted. She’s continued to add some finishing touches here and there and plans on doing turbo swap in the future. At this point Jill just wants to maintain the Z and keep it classic. “For now she’s just a solid Daily. One day I hope to give her the same treatment as the Ghia, but it’ll be a long way off.”

The Lexus IS200t could be more fun than we realized!

Jan 14, 2016

For quite a long time the IS350 has been the choice for Lexus IS enthusiasts. Due to its lack luster power, the IS250 simply fell out of favor from the tuning scene. The only thing keeping it in the hands of enthusiasts in the previous generation was the availability of a 6 speed manual gear box. With the 3rd generation only having the option of an automatic there seemed to be almost no reason for enthusiasts to purchase the IS250. However, Lexus has now joined the other luxury brands in utilizing small displacement forced induction motors for entry level models.

Enter the new IS200t. While on paper the new 2.0 Turbo (8AR-FTS) seems like it was more designed with economy in mind, we believe there is a lot of untapped performance. The power output of the 8AR (241 HP and 258 lb-ft of torque) is very similar to the competition from “rival” companies. BMW 328i 240 hp & 255 lb-ft, Mercedes C300 241 hp & 273 lb-ft, Audi A4 220 hp & 258 lb-ft, Infiniti Q50 211 hp & 236 lb-ft, and Cadillac ATS 272 hp & 295 lb-ft, just to name a few. While the performance limits of these motors have not but pushed much either, it doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot of fun to be had with them. We have seen that the BMW 328i motor can produce over 275 whp (around 320 HP) with some tuning and basic bolt-ons. While this doesn’t say exactly what is possible with the 8AR motor, we can probably assume the motor could tolerate at least 300 HP. While this isn’t mind blowing, this would put the IS200t closer on par with the more expensive IS350. If you can imagine that bigger gains are possible this could mean that the IS200t could easily out power the IS350 and still end up costing about the same, or maybe even less with cheaper insurance costs.

Now we know many will say, “but there are no tuning solutions for the Lexus ECU’s”. While this may currently be true, we don’t expect it to stay that way for much longer. What we do know about the motor is we are dealing with a 10:1 compression ratio (perfect for forced induction with direct injection) engine with a square 86.0mm x 86.0mm Bore and Stroke. If this motor is anything like the turbo motors of old (2JZ, 3S, & 7M) we shouldn’t have to worry about the internals with modest power gains. While the 8AR is fully aluminum we have seen all aluminum Toyota motors handle modest forced induction with ease. The 2ZZ and 2GR in certain Supercharged Lotus cars have shown great durability even after adding more power. We hope to take a closer look at IS200t in the near future and see what we can do with it.

The New 2017 Infiniti Q60!

Jan 11, 2016

With so much hype around the Infiniti Q50 and the new Twin Turbo V6 it will be receiving we think some people forgot that the new Q60 was being released soon. Well, today all of you two door lovers out there got a big treat.

Infiniti released the 2017 Q60 today at the Detroit Auto Show and it is beautiful. The new Q60 will come with the same engine options as the 2017 Q50. A 400 HP (350 lb-ft) Twin Turbo V6 at the top of the line up, a 300 HP (295 lb-ft) Twin Turbo V6 will be the middle option, and the entry motor will be a 208 HP (258 lb-ft) 2.0 Turbo Inline 4 (for more analysis on the Twin Turbo V6 motor please see our blog article “An Aftermarket perspective on the new Nissan/Infiniti VR 3.0 Twin Turbo V6“).

It is not clear yet, but it seems all versions will be available with AWD. Twin Turbo V6 variants will come with the 2nd generation of the Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS) which will hopefully prove to be much better than the first generation. Infiniti is also adding a 2nd suspension option that they are calling the Dynamic Digital Suspension (Standard on Sport Models) which will allow you set you suspension for the right occasion.

All of these new options and upgrades made the Infiniti Q60 a much more appealing car in a very competitive segment. Though the 400 HP variant will probably run in the $50k range, we are certain that the mid level 300 HP Version will be able to be modified to compete with the big boys the way the BMW 435i has compared to the M3.

First Glance: 2016 Titan XD Review

Dec 22, 2015

For those who find themselves dreaming of the great outdoors, Nissan has your solution: The 2016 Titan XD, which conveniently goes on sale tomorrow. To ease your restless spirit with the promise of many adventures to come, the 2016 Titan XD comes with 555 lb-ft of torque, durable frame and integrated towing features. See below for some of our favorite features and more vehicle information.

2016 Titan XD

Cummins Diesel Engine

With a two stage Cummins turbo diesel engine that produces 310 HP and 555 lb-ft of torque, this Nissan Titan brings the power and provides solid performance across the entire power band. Additionally, Nissan’s engineers made sure to address the two biggest complaints consumers have historically had about diesel vehicles – being noisy and dirty. Utilizing a compacted graphic iron cylinder block, which is stronger and lighter than traditional iron, and dual overhead camshafts, Nissan was able to greatly reduce the noise and vibration typically associated with diesel engines. Additionally, the 2016 Nissan Titan XD Cummins diesel engine comes with a diesel exhaust system, which has a particulate filter and selective catalytic reduction that allow it to run clean and reduce noise.

As you would expect, the STILLEN R&D team is already dreaming up aftermarket performance parts for this vehicle. Be on the lookout for power-adding intakes and exhausts in the future!

Solid Design

The new Titan is rough, rugged and ready for anything with a high-strength steel frame. Not only is the frame solid, but its other components are equally as durable. It comes with chassis and brake parts from the Nissan Commercial vehicle program. For those looking for even more performance, you can be sure STILLEN will be hard at work developing big brake kits and the like for these trucks.

Get Out There: 2016 Titan XD Towing Features

Whether you’re towing your boat, toy hauler or trailer, the 2016 Titan XD comes packed with innovative features for you to get out there and enjoy. Check out the list below of features this Nissan Titan offers:

12,300 lb. maximum capacity
Integrated trailer brake controller
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
Tow/Haul Mode with Downhill Speed Control
Trailer light check system that allows for one-person hook-up
Assisting trailer hook-ups is a RearView Monitor with trailer guides
Around View Monitor (optional)
Moving Object Detection (MOD)
Choose from two trailer hitches are available, including an integrated gooseneck hitch engineered into the frame and easily accessible in the bed.

Contact Us

While we’re thoroughly impressed and very excited for the release of the 2016 Titan XD, you can be sure that we’ll be offering aftermarket parts to help owners get even more from their trucks. Be sure to check back with us again for new product releases and tips for customizing your Nissan Titan’s performance. As always, if you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact us by calling (866) 250-5542.

Employee Spotlight – Kenny Duong – R33 Skyline GTR

Oct 14, 2015

STILLEN is a company that is proud to be owned and operated by automotive enthusiasts. This month’s employee spotlight is on another one of our veterans here.

Kenny Duong

Kenny has been a performance specialist at STILLEN since 1999. Before working for STILLEN, he was already an avid car enthusiast. Kenny has owned some of the most Iconic cars from the 90’s imaginable. When he started at STILLEN he drove a FD RX-7 and has had cars like the S13 240SX and MKIV TT Supra in his stable. Now as time passes our taste in cars can change. Kenny decided to switch things up around 2012 and got himself a 997 911 Turbo, “That car is amazing!”. As many of have experienced, as we have matured our tastes in cars have changed a little, but there is that magical appeal of those dream cars from years past. Cars like the 300ZX, RX7, Supra, NSX, etc will always hold a special place in our hearts and always tempt us to bring one home. There is one car for most import tuning enthusiasts that some might call the “holy grail” which is the Nissan Skyline GTR. A performance car that was never legalized in the States and is more rare to see than almost any super car does not usually cross people’s minds when they are considering a car to purchase. We won’t go through all the details, but a handful of R32 and R33 Skylines were legalized here in the US and are very sought after.

R33 Skyline GTR

Kenny felt that itch to own a piece of Tuner Car history and set out on a mission to buy a Skyline. After months of searching, Kenny finally found his Federal and California Legal R33 Skyline GTR. Many of us here at STILLEN could tell you about those months spent searching and we got to see the struggle as well as the excitement when the car was finally in his possession. Kenny loves owning such a rare car and is really a dream come true.

If you ever get a chance to talk to Kenny over the phone or in person, make sure to ask him about his Skyline.

Lia Infiniti’s 2015 Infiniti Q50S: An Aggressive Take on the Iconic Black Sedan

Sep 17, 2015

Often associated with luxury, the black sedan is something of an icon amongst car lovers. Setting out to offer a different take on the traditional image, the Lia Infiniti team added a STILLEN Q50 Sport Front Lip Splitter, STILLEN Q50 rear diffuser, 20″ Infiniti Accessory Sport wheels, and an Infiniti Midnight Black grille to their latest showroom Q50s. With its clean lines and sleek custom accents, the Lia Infiniti Q50s is the perfect vehicle for an enthusiast looking for a luxury vehicle with attitude.

Q50 Sport Front Splitter

About the STILLEN Q50S Splitter & Rear Diffuser

For an aggressive finished look, Q50 owners can’t go wrong with the STILLEN Sport Front splitter or diffuser. Both are made from the highest quality polyurethane by expert craftsmen in our Costa Mesa, CA facility. Manufactured in durable polyurethane to better survive the street, these body components are incredibly resilient, ensuring this vehicle’s future owner will enjoy many years of sleek good looks. In fact, we are so confident in their quality that the STILLEN Q50 diffuser and splitter that both come with a manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty. Additionally, neither body component requires cutting or trimming; meaning you don’t have to significantly alter your vehicle in any way to install these body components.

STILLEN Q50 Rear Diffuser

Q50 Sport Front Splitter

Complete the look with a STILLEN rear trunk spoiler, roof wing and side skirts.

Additionally, for those looking to upgrade the Infiniti Q50’s performance and handling, we have a variety of recommendations for you.

Popular Q50S Upgrades:

To view the full line of Q50 performance parts we offer, please visit our dedicated Infiniti Q50 page by clicking here.

Exceptional Service at Lia Infiniti

With a reputation for offering their customers a great car buying experience, the Lia Infiniti sales staff are known in the Albany, Saratoga, and Troy, NY area for being extremely knowledgeable about the cars they sell and honest – making the overall experience a positive one. Additionally, the Lia Infiniti dealership features a full service department that can handle anything from routine maintenance to performance part installations such as Q50 intakes and exhausts. To schedule your appointment with either the Lia Infiniti sales staff or service department, call (518) 213-9242 or stop by their dealership, which is located at 965 New Loudon Rd, Cohoes, NY 12047.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the STILLEN parts featured on the Lia Infiniti Q50S, please contact us by calling (866) 250-5542. Our experts will be happy to answer your questions, make recommendations and help you strategize how to get the most from your Q50 so you can enjoy the performance, handling and style you deserve.

One-Of-A-Kind Performance Infiniti Q50S Available at 401 Dixie Infiniti

Jul 16, 2015

For inspired design and one-of-a-kind performance, stop by 401 Dixie to take a look at not one, but two of their showroom Infiniti Q50s. Both vehicles feature a variety of upgrades including RS-R lowering springs, Niche wheels and various STILLEN parts. As you can see from the photos below, the 401 Dixie Infiniti team did a great job bringing their vision for both of these vehicles to life!

Sleek & Timeless: 401 Dixie Infiniti’s White Q50S

STILLEN 2014-2017 Infiniti Q50 SPORT front splitter
STILLEN 2014-2017 Infiniti Q50 rear diffuser
RS-R lowering springs for Infiniti Q50S AWD
STILLEN 2014-15 Infiniti Q50 Cat-back exhaust
Niche Lucerne 19″ Wheels

401 Dixie Infiniti’s Eye-Catching Copper Q50S

STILLEN Infiniti Q50S front lip splitter
STILLEN Infiniti Q50 rear diffuser
STILLEN Infiniti Q50 side skirts
3M vehicle wrap in Blaze Orange Matte Metallic
RS-R Infiniti Q50S RWD lowering springs
Niche Misano 19″ wheels in Matte Black
3M tinted windows (35%)
Infiniti trunk wing

Expert Service

At 401 Dixie Infiniti, service is a point of pride. Before selling a customer their new vehicle, the 401 Dixie Infiniti sales staff takes time to get to know them and understand their driving needs. From there, they are able to recommend the best vehicle and packages for their customers, while offering them great prices. The end result is happy customers who are perfectly matched with their new vehicles. To reach their sales department, please call 1-905-602-8825 or stop by their dealership, which is located at 5500 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4N3. You can also visit their website for more information by clicking here.

Additionally, 401 Dixie Infiniti also features a full service department that specializes in maintenance and repairs. However, their best kept secret is that they also offer a wide variety of performance upgrades including exhaust installations, suspension upgrades and more! To learn more about the parts and services they offer, please call 1-888-370-3449 to speak with their parts experts or 1-888-438-2480 to speak with their service team.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the STILLEN parts featured on this vehicle or any of the other aftermarket parts we offer, please contact us! Our experts can be reached by calling 1-866-250-5541 and will be happy to answer all of your questions.

2012 G37 Sedan Gains 56 WHP After Installing STILLEN Performance Bolt-Ons

Jun 4, 2015

Busy going to school in Southern California, the owner of this 2012 Infiniti G37 Sedan wanted a way to unwind and have some fun with his vehicle this summer. However, like many of our first-time customers, he is new to modified vehicles and wasn’t sure where to start. Our experts, who are enthusiasts themselves, love talking with our customers about the plans they have for modifying their vehicles and offering suggestions to help them get the most from modifications.

In this case, our experts suggested a STILLEN Gen 3 air intake kit for Infiniti G37 (good for 18whp / 13wtq on its own), STILLEN Infiniti G37 Coupe Cat-Back exhaust (another 19whp by itself). With the bolt on performance mod shopping list nailed down, this customer quickly agreed that this was the best way to get the power and performance he wanted.

STILLEN Gen 3 Intakes

The STILLEN Gen 3 Cold Air Intake is Dyno-Proven to Deliver 18.5WHP Gains

As one of our bestselling air intakes, the STILLEN Gen 3 intake is a go-to for anyone looking to get more power from their VQ37 engine.

With two large filters strategically placed in front of the radiator and varied diameter tubing, this intake kit provides clean, cool air to the engine and safely maximizes power.

STILLEN Cat-Back Exhaust

In addition to getting a STILLEN Gen 3 air intake installed, this customer also got a STILLEN G37 Sedan cat-back exhaust installed. This performance exhaust features mandrel bent tubing and is crafted from high grade stainless steel.

The end result is an durable exhaust that offers significant performance gains with power you can feel across the power band. Plus, it also features STILLEN’s signature exhaust sound that comes to life when under throttle!

Dyno Results

Combined, the intake and exhaust helped this G37 sedan make 284 HP, which was a gain of almost 40 HP from stock. After a little refinement, we brought the final number up to 302 HP for a final gain of over 56 HP!

What’s Up Next?

Like most visitors to the STILLEN performance shop, the modifications he made during this visit are just the start. Next, he’s looking to upgrade his wheels, tires and suspension. Then, he plans on customizing the exterior with a couple STILLEN body components. If all goes well with these modifications, he’s even thinking of getting a STILLEN supercharger. Once he’s done bringing his vision to life, this is going to be one very nice Infiniti G37 Sedan!

Contact Us

If you’re ready to get more power from your vehicle, improve its handling or have other upgrades in mind, be sure to give us a call! Our experts will be happy to help you strategize your next build simply give us a call at (866) 250-5542!

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