Full Stillen Bolt-On Setup - Videos!

wstar · 05-15-2009, 11:13 AM

Nice one

Sadly, many cars come factory equipped with that form of DEI. They call it 'EGR'

I removed the EGR system from my LS1 and put a catch can on the PCV system, makes for a cleaner intake manifold and cleaner air to burn too.

RCZ · 05-15-2009, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by wstar

This is the one they sold me, they had a bunch there at their front counter when I went for a dyno run. The girl recently asked me 'how long ago did you get this car? It still smells like new car'. It works

Air Spencer CS-X3 Car Air Freshener - Squash

I have one in my car, I just dont list it as a mod

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Originally Posted by NIZMOZ

Wow you are arrogant. I just recommended them, never said you had too use them but then you kept saying they were not track pads, then saying many other things. How old are you really?!

PS, do you even know what DEI is? Just curious because it sounds like you don't.

Yes I do know exactly what DEI is. I have used their exhaust wraps as well as their turbo blankets and their intake corset style shields....I just don't count wrapping my piping as an important mod that is separate from the others on the list....

Well I'm glad you removed the xpel and your radar detector from your mods...

all I said was the ds2500s were not track pads and you came out saying they are amazing and then said that after racing for 15 years you have the experience and you think they are the best you have tried....listen man...do I have to quote the stuff you said? If you want to get into it here, I will gladly get into it, but frankly I have no need to make enemies in these forums. So forget it. Nothing personal.

MightyBobo · 05-15-2009, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by wstar

Nice one

Sadly, many cars come factory equipped with that form of DEI. They call it 'EGR'

I removed the EGR system from my LS1 and put a catch can on the PCV system, makes for a cleaner intake manifold and cleaner air to burn too.

Same on my LS1. That was one of my first mods. Took a good 15 lbs or so off the front end

NIZMOZ · 05-15-2009, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

I have one in my car, I just dont list it as a mod

Yes I do know exactly what DEI is. I have used their exhaust wraps as well as their turbo blankets and their intake corset style shields....I just don't count wrapping my piping as an important mod that is separate from the others on the list....

Well I'm glad you removed the xpel and your radar detector from your mods...

all I said was the ds2500s were not track pads and you came out saying they are amazing and then said that after racing for 15 years you have the experience and you think they are the best you have tried....listen man...do I have to quote the stuff you said? If you want to get into it here, I will gladly get into it, but frankly I have no need to make enemies in these forums. So forget it. Nothing personal.

Right and you were incorrect. The DS2500s are considered a street/track double duty pad. The DS3000s are a dedicated track pad only.

http://blogs.cobbtuning.com/?p=424

COBB Tuning announces the immediate availability of Ferodo DS2500 brake pad for the Nissan GT-R R35. COBB Tuning is proud to be the exclusive provider of Ferodo DS2500 front and rear brake pads for the GT-R in the United States. The DS2500 pads are specifically designed for high performance street and track day enthusiasts, providing excellent cold stopping ability around town and high fade resistance while pounding out laps on the track.

Ferodo’s DS2500 racing brake pads represent a new generation of friction material that is low in compressibility, ensuring a firm pedal while providing great disc and pad life. These pads were developed with characteristics that make them perfect for track days, including a consistent coefficient of friction (0.50) at any temperature, providing very predictable braking and great pedal modulation. Combined with low wheel dusting and good noise characteristics, this product is the brake pad for the driver who needs the highest track-day braking performance.

Superior braking power is the key to high-speed driving and winning performance. Ferodo braking products are chosen by champions in endurance racing, rallying, touring cars and other circuit racing, such as Formula BMW. The Ferodo name is synonymous with success and has been in the forefront of motorsports for more than 80 years. No other component manufacturer can claim such a comprehensive record of achievement in the racing world.

Ferodo racing brake pads are designed for low and high-speed braking efficiency, reduced stopping distances and the consistent brake pedal feel that track drivers need. First time, every time. Contact COBB Tuning and order a set of Ferodo DS2500 brake pads for your GT-R today.

Ferodo DS2500 Brake Pad Features:

• Excellent cold stopping ability

• High resistance to temperature fade

• Consistend coefficient of friction across temperature operating range

• Low dust generation

• Good noise characteristics suitable for street use

• Long pad and disc life

RCZ · 05-15-2009, 05:53 PM

Sigh alright. You win. Best pads ever.

Josh@STILLEN · 05-15-2009, 06:16 PM

Not to join your debate, but COBB was a little adventurous calling the DS2500 a track day pad for the GT-R.. it really needs more than that, and most are instantly unhappy with that compound selection for even a non-competition track day. The GT-R is a heavy car..

NIZMOZ · 05-16-2009, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Josh@STILLEN

Not to join your debate, but COBB was a little adventurous calling the DS2500 a track day pad for the GT-R.. it really needs more than that, and most are instantly unhappy with that compound selection for even a non-competition track day. The GT-R is a heavy car..

Like I said, I have used them and many others and they work great for a street pad and when I need them for the track. I don't want to switch them out when I go to the track as they work great for that. HP+ are fade heaven.

mannyz · 05-17-2009, 04:11 PM

This is a nice writeup. I like the videos as well. Def I will move out of were u living if I have to go trough all those bumps everyday

The track is pretty nice, I do gona comment, u gona end up without clutch if u dont trust ur car a lil on the cuves, cause going that fast and downshifting almost 3 gears all the time. Idk maybe thats why u end up without breaks. Learn the track better n ull do great.

But overwall, I love the videos and what u did so far thanks

RCZ · 05-17-2009, 04:55 PM

Thanks for the comments. I definitely am still learning how to drive this car on that track. The gearing and torque curve are completely different than the car I used to use. I do need to trust the car a little more, I'm just so used to understeer that I don't go into the slow ones fast enough. I shouldnt have to start braking softly to keep the brakes from overheating, they should do what I want them to and if they can't handle what I need them to do, then perhaps they need to be upgraded a little bit.

I tried keeping the car in third, but the revs were dropping too much and I simply can't afford to have that happen since all those low speed corners come before straights. I do think i could keep in 3rd for turn 6 though...maybe.. I'll give it a shot next time, thanks for the advice.

mannyz · 05-17-2009, 07:17 PM

Kool man, just keep practicing and I may join u down there in Miami or Homestead, wherever the place u r going.

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Thanks for the comments. I definitely am still learning how to drive this car on that track. The gearing and torque curve are completely different than the car I used to use. I do need to trust the car a little more, I'm just so used to understeer that I don't go into the slow ones fast enough. I shouldnt have to start braking softly to keep the brakes from overheating, they should do what I want them to and if they can't handle what I need them to do, then perhaps they need to be upgraded a little bit.

I tried keeping the car in third, but the revs were dropping too much and I simply can't afford to have that happen since all those low speed corners come before straights. I do think i could keep in 3rd for turn 6 though...maybe.. I'll give it a shot next time, thanks for the advice.

RCZ · 05-18-2009, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by wstar

I see a street kitten, not a track kitten

hahahahaha

Maybe AK can clean up all the shenanigans.

AARC51 · 05-26-2009, 03:39 PM

Were your windows rolled down during filming?

RCZ · 05-26-2009, 04:05 PM

up most of the time, cracked for a little..

ZforMe · 06-11-2009, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

Brakes: The rotors got destroyed in three laps with some hard hard braking. They overheated, so did my fluid I think. I'm going to have to re-do the entire brake system with fluid, rotors and pads for the track. No more of this nonsense, it was dangerous to lose all braking. It felt like the car was on ice, just sliding as I applied the brakes and the pedal went through the floor. Then after it cooled a bit, I got most of my braking back.

3 Laps into session 1

Just the front rotors got destroyed? Do you think a Stoptech slotted rotor w/ better pads would be sufficient enough for you? Or do you believe a big brake kit is necessary?

Josh@STILLEN · 06-11-2009, 11:25 PM

RCZ and I have had some brake discussions.. at minimum a good STILLEN/DBA Pillar Vane sport rotor would help with that.. but realistically there is no reason to not go the full distance and step up to an AP Racing BBK..

I think I have him convinced.. we'll see..

With a quality BBK.. stopping is just as fun as accelerating..

05-15-2009, 11:13 AM	#91 (permalink)
wstar A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,024 Drives: too slow Rep Power: 3594	Nice one Sadly, many cars come factory equipped with that form of DEI. They call it 'EGR' I removed the EGR system from my LS1 and put a catch can on the PCV system, makes for a cleaner intake manifold and cleaner air to burn too. __________________ 7AT Track Car! Journal thread / Car setup details

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05-15-2009, 05:53 PM	#95 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	Sigh alright. You win. Best pads ever.

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mannyz Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 354 Drives: a car Rep Power: 279	This is a nice writeup. I like the videos as well. Def I will move out of were u living if I have to go trough all those bumps everyday The track is pretty nice, I do gona comment, u gona end up without clutch if u dont trust ur car a lil on the cuves, cause going that fast and downshifting almost 3 gears all the time. Idk maybe thats why u end up without breaks. Learn the track better n ull do great. But overwall, I love the videos and what u did so far thanks

05-17-2009, 04:55 PM	#99 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	Thanks for the comments. I definitely am still learning how to drive this car on that track. The gearing and torque curve are completely different than the car I used to use. I do need to trust the car a little more, I'm just so used to understeer that I don't go into the slow ones fast enough. I shouldnt have to start braking softly to keep the brakes from overheating, they should do what I want them to and if they can't handle what I need them to do, then perhaps they need to be upgraded a little bit. I tried keeping the car in third, but the revs were dropping too much and I simply can't afford to have that happen since all those low speed corners come before straights. I do think i could keep in 3rd for turn 6 though...maybe.. I'll give it a shot next time, thanks for the advice.

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06-11-2009, 11:25 PM	#105 (permalink)
Josh@STILLEN The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 1,197 Drives: 2004 G35 Coupe 6MT Rep Power: 533	RCZ and I have had some brake discussions.. at minimum a good STILLEN/DBA Pillar Vane sport rotor would help with that.. but realistically there is no reason to not go the full distance and step up to an AP Racing BBK.. I think I have him convinced.. we'll see.. With a quality BBK.. stopping is just as fun as accelerating..