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Dustin@Z1 11-15-2010 01:35 PM

Just following up on Kyle's comments about the Fascia clearing the intercooler/intakes.

The Stillen Fascia will clear the GTM TT Kit. We installed the fascia on a customer's '09 Base model that recieved the GTM kit a few weeks ago. I will state that the optional brake ducts WILL NOT work due to the intercooler and associated piping.

Jamaica 11-15-2010 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simota1 (Post 808790)
or you can do it that way... just dont fill the gap :ugh2: that way no worries of hairline crack later on... :tup:

your right there is hair line cracks were the 3 piece connects.

Kyle@STILLEN 11-15-2010 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamaica951 (Post 810455)
your right there is hair line cracks were the 3 piece connects.

I would be interested in seeing your fascia. Do you still have it?

Jamaica 11-15-2010 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle@STILLEN (Post 810459)
I would be interested in seeing your fascia. Do you still have it?

no I dont have it. Its been sold. Had to get rid of it because it wasn't worth it trying to fix it multiple times.

toner123 11-15-2010 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jamaica951 (Post 810463)
no I dont have it. Its been sold. Had to get rid of it because it wasn't worth it trying to fix it multiple times.

do you possibly have pictures of it cracking. Also not calling you a liar so don't take it that way but why didn't you bring it up to stillen about the crack.

As for not putting the glue/filler in the line I don't think I would be interested in doing that since i don't want to be able to see the lines at all.
Frank

toner123 11-15-2010 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle@STILLEN (Post 810201)
Simota- You might be surprised actually. I've done a lot of work with urethane over the years and I am confident that this won't have any hair line cracks if the materials are simply prepared correctly. And really, by that, all I mean is scuffed/sanded thoroughly before filling. I know what you mean about the possibility of time taking its toll and flex potentially damaging the gap, however, I would be really surprised if that happened considering how much of the fascia is fastened together with hardware, and when attached with hardware, how rigid that joing actually is.

I plan on putting this fascia on our race car that we will be building soon and I will be blending that line and I am very confident that it will hold up fine, if it can hold up on a race car, it can hold up on a street car easily! When it comes to our race cars, we don't treat them like most people treat their race cars. We keep them in pristine condition and regularly hear comments from people questioning if they've ever been raced. Just take a look at our Targa rally GT R! When we displayed it at SEMA last year (just a couple weeks after the New Foundland rally) people were asking if the car had just been freshly painted! No one had any idea it had just run a 5 day rally race.

Hey kyle could I possibly pay extra for you to seal the gap with urathane and pay the extra to ship it. I don't know if you guys are against that or not but i think it would make me have less worries. I know in my job we use a epoxy on seals and all to hold them to the airframe and after a month or so they start to come off due to the epoxy cracking from vibrations.(I am a helicopter mechanic for the navy)


Quote:

Originally Posted by Dustin@Z1 (Post 810247)
Just following up on Kyle's comments about the Fascia clearing the intercooler/intakes.

The Stillen Fascia will clear the GTM TT Kit. We installed the fascia on a customer's '09 Base model that recieved the GTM kit a few weeks ago. I will state that the optional brake ducts WILL NOT work due to the intercooler and associated piping.

Hello dustin and thank you for jumping in. How much work was required in order to get this to go on the GTM kit. Also how did it turn out look wise. I don't want to pay a body shop more money then I paid for the bumper just to make it fit and look right. thanks

Frank

Mike 11-15-2010 09:04 PM

mine is holding up just fine after several track days.

toner123 11-15-2010 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike (Post 810837)
mine is holding up just fine after several track days.

I am glade to hear that since I really like this bumper. I would like to get this bumper, the hood that z1 sells and powder coat my rims. I am not sure what a good color would be for them on the MB. Maybe like kyle said alot has to do with installation and prep.
Frank

Kyle@STILLEN 11-16-2010 07:23 PM

So I was walking by a photo of my old truck in the lobby today and realized something...I did something VERY similar to this on my old truck I had just totally forgotten about it. In fact, it wasn't even as good as this new setup.

On my old truck I had an issue with the fitment of my wheels. The truck cycled 16 inches of wheel travel and could clear 37 inch tires. However, we wanted to run the STILLEN urethane bumper cover but the bumper cover hung about an inch or more lower than the stock bumper. So, I had an issue with tire clearance, it rubbed like a BITCH. To fix this we just took a pie cut straight out of the center on both sides of the bumper about an inch or two long and then bonded it back together. It was very easy and worked great. As far as cracking is concerned. To put it into perspective of what this front bumper stood up to:

1) I was on my way to a photo shoot one day and I was about to exit the freeway, I looked over at the lane I wanted to be in and saw that the Expedition in front of me was towing a trailer with a large cardboard refrigerator box on it. I had noticed it for awhile as we had been traveling down the freeway side by side for quite some time and I felt comfortable following him. About ten seconds after I pulled into the lane the cardboard box came off the trailer and smashed right into the front of my bumper!!! I pulled off to the freeway expecting to see all kinds of damage to my hood, bumper, grill, possibly headlights etc. Turned out the only damage to the truck was the paint had come off my bumper......because my painter used "adhesion promoter" not primer like I instructed him. Hence the reason I am so adamant about using primer NOT "adhesion promoter." I took the bumper back to him the next day and picked it up a few days later good as new.

2) I took this truck to a photo shoot with Truckin' magazine at Dumont dunes where we raced around the sand dunes and through the whoop roads while they snapped a ton of photos.

3) I took this truck to Glamis for President's weekend and drove around like a mad man all weekend long. Through the whoop roads to Oldsmobile hill, through the roads around our camp, for three days this truck saw nothing but sand and I had to fill the fuel tank a couple times. As far as what abuse did it see? Well, if anyone ever sees this truck just look inside the wheel wells and look at the upper control arm. Notice the massive bolts holding the upper arms to the spindle. Then look directly above it at the bottom of the wheel well and notice the hex shaped stamp imprinted on both sides of the wheel wells...Yea...that was a good jump! That jump used about 17 of my 16 inches of wheel travel LOL!

Here are some pictures of the truck:

STILLEN : Project Vehicles - STILLEN Nissan Titan Silver

Those are just a few examples of the abuse I put that truck through and that bumper held up perfectly fine and never showed any indication of cracking or anything. The reason I mention it is because that bumper did not have any other support to it, just the urethane epoxy holding it together and because it was properly prepped and installed, I never had an issue. I know for a fact that if it is done correctly, you guys also won't have any issues with it.

With that being said, toner to answer your question, I am talking with Steve Millen right now about us blending that line before we ship the fascia's. He is looking into what's involved and I will have a quote for you tomorrow.

Thanks!

Kyle

Jamaica 11-16-2010 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toner123 (Post 810799)
do you possibly have pictures of it cracking. Also not calling you a liar so don't take it that way but why didn't you bring it up to stillen about the crack.

As for not putting the glue/filler in the line I don't think I would be interested in doing that since i don't want to be able to see the lines at all.
Frank

naw no worries. I went to stillen. The owner came steve came out talked for a bit and agreed to solve the issue. And the guy that installed it and painted it is the guy that paints and installs all of stillens car. after all said and done there was still some issues.

toner123 11-17-2010 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle@STILLEN (Post 812172)
So I was walking by a photo of my old truck in the lobby today and realized something...I did something VERY similar to this on my old truck I had just totally forgotten about it. In fact, it wasn't even as good as this new setup.

On my old truck I had an issue with the fitment of my wheels. The truck cycled 16 inches of wheel travel and could clear 37 inch tires. However, we wanted to run the STILLEN urethane bumper cover but the bumper cover hung about an inch or more lower than the stock bumper. So, I had an issue with tire clearance, it rubbed like a BITCH. To fix this we just took a pie cut straight out of the center on both sides of the bumper about an inch or two long and then bonded it back together. It was very easy and worked great. As far as cracking is concerned. To put it into perspective of what this front bumper stood up to:

1) I was on my way to a photo shoot one day and I was about to exit the freeway, I looked over at the lane I wanted to be in and saw that the Expedition in front of me was towing a trailer with a large cardboard refrigerator box on it. I had noticed it for awhile as we had been traveling down the freeway side by side for quite some time and I felt comfortable following him. About ten seconds after I pulled into the lane the cardboard box came off the trailer and smashed right into the front of my bumper!!! I pulled off to the freeway expecting to see all kinds of damage to my hood, bumper, grill, possibly headlights etc. Turned out the only damage to the truck was the paint had come off my bumper......because my painter used "adhesion promoter" not primer like I instructed him. Hence the reason I am so adamant about using primer NOT "adhesion promoter." I took the bumper back to him the next day and picked it up a few days later good as new.

2) I took this truck to a photo shoot with Truckin' magazine at Dumont dunes where we raced around the sand dunes and through the whoop roads while they snapped a ton of photos.

3) I took this truck to Glamis for President's weekend and drove around like a mad man all weekend long. Through the whoop roads to Oldsmobile hill, through the roads around our camp, for three days this truck saw nothing but sand and I had to fill the fuel tank a couple times. As far as what abuse did it see? Well, if anyone ever sees this truck just look inside the wheel wells and look at the upper control arm. Notice the massive bolts holding the upper arms to the spindle. Then look directly above it at the bottom of the wheel well and notice the hex shaped stamp imprinted on both sides of the wheel wells...Yea...that was a good jump! That jump used about 17 of my 16 inches of wheel travel LOL!

Here are some pictures of the truck:

STILLEN : Project Vehicles - STILLEN Nissan Titan Silver

Those are just a few examples of the abuse I put that truck through and that bumper held up perfectly fine and never showed any indication of cracking or anything. The reason I mention it is because that bumper did not have any other support to it, just the urethane epoxy holding it together and because it was properly prepped and installed, I never had an issue. I know for a fact that if it is done correctly, you guys also won't have any issues with it.

With that being said, toner to answer your question, I am talking with Steve Millen right now about us blending that line before we ship the fascia's. He is looking into what's involved and I will have a quote for you tomorrow.

Thanks!

Kyle

Hey Kyle was wondering if you had any info on the blending and the quote on this.
Thanks again
Frank

Kyle@STILLEN 11-17-2010 05:04 PM

Toner- Talked to Steve and our modeling shop guys and we can do this for you for $50.00.

Only thing I'm trying to find out right now is about the freight and the size of the box we will need to use.

toner123 11-17-2010 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle@STILLEN (Post 813300)
Toner- Talked to Steve and our modeling shop guys and we can do this for you for $50.00.

Only thing I'm trying to find out right now is about the freight and the size of the box we will need to use.

Alright that sounds awsome let me know about the shipping. Getting excited
Frank

Mt Tam I am 03-04-2011 10:55 AM

I got this today:

http://www.the370z.com/attachment.ph...1&d=1299257642

Exterior > Body Components

STILLEN 370Z Body Kits & Aero Components

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The highly anticipated development of the STILLEN 370Z Urethane Front Fascia, Side Rockers and Deck Wing is now a reality. This 370Z body kit just looks great but is fully functional as well. STILLEN urethane components are prototyped, and molded in our state of the art facilities in Costa Mesa, California The result is excellent fitment and durability every time.

Front Fascia

The STILLEN 370Z Front Fascia offers a clean yet aggressive styling while utilizing factory mounting points so it fits and flows with the cars original lines. Besides looking good the Front Fascia is fully functional with large open areas for Intercooler, oil and transmission coolers. Also an air diversion path was built into the Fascia to provide fresh air for the STILLEN Gen 3 Intake or Supercharger.

Modular Vents
These Vents work in conjunction with a Brake Cooling Kit currently in Development. Also the Modular Vents follow the same lines as the OEM Nissan 370Z "Fangs" to provide a more Factory look.

Side Rocker Panels

Designed and modeled after Steve Millen’s award winning IMSA 300ZX and our STILLEN Targa Newfoundland GT-R these 370Z side rocker panels are fully functional applying a incremental amount of down force at higher speeds thus keeping the car planted and more stable through high speed corners. Another major benefit of the rockers is the greatly improved appearance offering a much more aggressive look.

Deck wing

Uniquely designed to follow the contours of the vehicle the STILLEN 370Z Deck Wing doesn’t just look great but is fully functional improving down force and high speed stability

Finally with Made in USA direct molding Polyurethane construction you can be assured you’re getting OE quality and strength that is backed by a STILLEN limited lifetime warranty against cracking or breaking under normal use.



Exterior > Body Components

STILLEN 370Z Body Kits & Aero Components

Photo shown may be representative
Hover mouse over image or click
The highly anticipated development of the STILLEN 370Z Urethane Front Fascia, Side Rockers and Deck Wing is now a reality. This 370Z body kit just looks great but is fully functional as well. STILLEN urethane components are prototyped, and molded in our state of the art facilities in Costa Mesa, California The result is excellent fitment and durability every time.

Front Fascia

The STILLEN 370Z Front Fascia offers a clean yet aggressive styling while utilizing factory mounting points so it fits and flows with the cars original lines. Besides looking good the Front Fascia is fully functional with large open areas for Intercooler, oil and transmission coolers. Also an air diversion path was built into the Fascia to provide fresh air for the STILLEN Gen 3 Intake or Supercharger.

Modular Vents
These Vents work in conjunction with a Brake Cooling Kit currently in Development. Also the Modular Vents follow the same lines as the OEM Nissan 370Z "Fangs" to provide a more Factory look.

Side Rocker Panels

Designed and modeled after Steve Millen’s award winning IMSA 300ZX and our STILLEN Targa Newfoundland GT-R these 370Z side rocker panels are fully functional applying a incremental amount of down force at higher speeds thus keeping the car planted and more stable through high speed corners. Another major benefit of the rockers is the greatly improved appearance offering a much more aggressive look.

Deck wing

Uniquely designed to follow the contours of the vehicle the STILLEN 370Z Deck Wing doesn’t just look great but is fully functional improving down force and high speed stability

Finally with Made in USA direct molding Polyurethane construction you can be assured you’re getting OE quality and strength that is backed by a STILLEN limited lifetime warranty against cracking or breaking under normal use.

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2009 - 2011 370Z Front Fascia KB11121 KB11121 $565.47
$537.21 Buy
2009 - 2011 370Z Optional Modular Inserts (Fangs)
Will work with upcoming Brake Cooling Kit KB111216 KB111216 $129.00
$99.00 Buy
2009 - 2011 370Z 3-Piece Mesh Grille
Black Powdercoated KB11121LG KB11121LG $71.07 Buy
2009 - 2011 370Z Rear Wing KB11123 KB11123 $349.17
$337.63 Buy
2009 - 2011 370Z Urethane Side Skirts
Functional Downforce Design
(Pair) KB11125 KB11125 $483.07
$447.54 Buy


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