Nissan GT-R, Lambo, Noble, and Others Highway Video with a Helicopter

Vivid Racing put on its first ever invite only Poker Run that covered 300 miles of some of the coolest 2 lane back roads that we know of.  With such incredible cars from ZO6′s, M3′s, Lamborghini LP560, our Noble M400, and a slew of other rides, we circled a route around the southwest valley here in Arizona.  Where most people just use some in car cameras or show side by sides, we went next level… got a helicopter!  Dream come true since 2004 Gumball 3000 movie was filmed.  Chasing us down “dead cow” road, flying up the I-8, and cruising through the old mining towns, our group had an amazing time.  Enjoy this cinematic video from www.codygephart.com and remember to SUBSCRIBE to our channel and view our other videos!

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Nissan GT-R, Lambo, Noble, and Others Highway Video with a Helicopter

This 997 GT3 gets a lesson in Brembo Technology

The Porsche 997 GT3 was made to race. The enhanced model of the 997 is built to beat opponents on the track or road. With a faster engine comes the need for better performance breaks. That’s why this GT3 customer contacted Ahmed (Ahmed@vividracing.com ext. 231) our sales guy. He ordered the Brembo Iron Tyoe III Rotor Conversion with Performance Friction Brake Pads. Once this customer recieved his Rotors, he noticed that the hardware seemed loose. This was the customer’s question to our sales guy.

“The Brembo rotors and PFC brake pads installed fine. One question on the rotors. I noticed that some of the hardware that secure the discs to the aluminum hats appear to be “loose”, but a printed sheet in each shipping carton said not to tighten the hardware. Were the rotors assembled by Brembo? Attached are several photos to show that the hardware appears to be tightened a different amount depending on the location of the fastener on the hat. I don’t want to run the car at track speeds if the rotor hardware is installed incorrectly. Is the brake torque on the discs carried by the fastener hardware?”

This is question is more common than one would think. We reached out to our friends at Brembo to see what the exact protocol is and what a good explanation for our customer would be. Here was his response,

“Do NOT to touch those bolts! That is the way they are supposed to be. Here is a paragraph from the FAQ section on our www.racetechnologies.com web site: Some of the bushings in the two-piece disc assembly seem to be loose.” 

“The two-piece disc assemblies utilize a floating disc. The mounting system of the disc is designed to allow a specific amount of float in both the radial and axial directions. Brembo has engineered special springs that are used on every other fastener in order to slightly preload the assembly. This has been done to prevent excessive noise from the system during street use, while still maintaining the benefits of a floating disc. These springs can be seen when looking at the backside of the disc. The small screws on the backside of the disc are properly torqued during assembly and utilize thread lock compound to prevent loosening. They must not be tightened further.”

This a great lesson for anyone new to Brembo or those who are trying their hand out at the two-piece rotor set. If you have any question about a fitment or install, call or email our sales office Monday through Friday 9-6 PST. The phone number is 1-866-448-4843 or email sales@vividracing.com. Check our more of our Big Brake Kits and Brake Parts.

This 997 GT3 gets a lesson in Brembo Technology

Project BMW M3 Supercharged Apocalyptic Photoshoot

Our Project BMW M3 has been one of the most fun daily driver project cars yet.  Making 500 rear wheel horsepower with the help of a VF Engineering VF620 supercharger kit, it was time that we changed up the look of the M3.  How many photos of a car in a parking structure, next to a jet, the obligatory magazine slow motion rolling shot, or with a bad tattooed model over a car can you really see?  So we went next level to middle of freaking nowhere to show off our latest update to our BMW M3 E90 and shoot a new video to debut soon on our YouTube Channel.  We did not just park it and take some “hellasimple” photos, we got down and dirty!

So what changed on the BMW from last time?  Well, we did a color change from the lime green accents to a bright copper finish on the mirrors, Brembo Brakes, and new Niche 3 piece wheels.  Makers of all those “other” guys popular wheels, the Niche Agile is a super concave 3 piece wheel that gives you no lip and all dish.  The center forged aluminum comes all the way out to the outer hoop edge.  This set for the BMW M3 is a 20×9 and 20×11 with aggressive offsets that still allow you to push that car hard in the turns without rubbing.  The inner and outer barrels were finished in the bright copper while the centers were done in a brushed and clear coat with machined race pockets to reduce weight.  Wrapping the wheels is of course, our favorite tire company, Toyo Tires.  The Toyo T1 Proxes are a great street tire with a high z rating and long tread life.  The front is a 255/30/20 and the rear is a 285/30/20.  Of course, the style is nothing without the Vorsteiner aero kit featuring their front bumper with carbon lip and their carbon fiber trunk.  With matching accents under the hood, this revamp of our BMW M3 and new photoshoot is one for the record books!

Only 1 more update left and she is gone!  Stay tuned for our new video.

After the dirt…  Cleaned up nice!

 

Project BMW M3 Supercharged Apocalyptic Photoshoot

Wheel Erotica from D2 Forged

The D2 Forged motto is, “Inspired by Excellence, Driven by Passion and Defined by Distinction. Excellence, Passion and Distinction.” That is what you can come to expect from a set of D2 Forged wheels. Their quality and lust-worthy designs are the ideal addition to your performance car. They can’t be mistaken for any other wheels and anyone who adorns them will be envied by all. With that said, we thought we would liven up your Monday with a little eye candy from D2 Forged.

This first car is an illusive Sakhir Orange BMW M6 Convertible with beautifully lowered 22″ CV8  Wheels. The concave of these wheels is set perfectly to give the distinction this already unforgettable  car wants. These CV8′s are set at 22 x 9.5 with a shallow concave and 22 x 11 with a deep concave. They are finished with a brushed aluminum, chrome lip, and glossed black inner barrel.

The second car is one of our favorite project cars. This BMW F10 M5 has the perfectly matched CV3-LP, deep concave, 3pc Wheel set. This set of wheels is from D2 Forged lightest series. The front are 21 x 9.5, set at a shallow concave and weigh only 22lbs. The back are 21 x 11, set with a deep concave and weigh only 23 lbs. The responsiveness that these wheels exemplify, is just another added benefit to this D2 Forged Light Program.  They are finished with titanium brushed centers and hi-polished with ceramic clear coat lip.

The third car is all American Muscle. This Corvette C5 widebody is the American Dream come to life. This Corvette is the perfect example of D2′s creative capacity. A wide body car is always hard to fine the perfect wheels size, tone and depth of concavity. The design of this wheel is not the only impressive part of this Vette’s artistic look.  These CV2′s are 20 x 9 in the front and 20 x 12.5 in the rear to give it that aggressive stance this American bully needs. The color matching pewter face is balanced with gloss black windows and flange with a chrome lip and gloss black inner barrel. The color matching that D2 was able to accomplish makes this a next level custom job.

We may, or may not, have thrown in a Porsche 997TT with CV13′s. Maybe, maybe not, find out for yourself… Let us know which look is your favorite on Facebook,Instagram orTwitter @vividracingcom. 

Wheel Erotica from D2 Forged

Lotus Exige Sheds Seconds off Track Time

The Lotus Exige is by far one of the coolest looking supercars around. It has that futuristic, edgy architecture, that takes your breath away when you see one on the road. This customer wow’s the fans on the track with this beautifully designed Lotus Exige. When he wanted to improve his track time and overall performance, he knew aftermarket is the only way to go. Our sales guy Sean (sean@vividracing.com ext. 226) hooked him up with APR Performance Lightweight Canards and a APR Performance Adjustable Wing. We’ve seen various exotic race cars around the world use the APR Carbon Fiber wing, but here is what our client had to say about the product,

“Car looks amazing – love all of the CF and it felt much more stable at the track. I put down my best time, 2 weeks ago, when I went for the first time this season, better by .8 seconds – which is considerable because I’m pushing it a lot. Felt much more stable in fast sweeper corners like turn 10.”

As this customer, and any other race car aficionado knows, every second counts. The APR carbon fiber wing offers that stability by reducing lift and increasing downforce, in turn giving you extra traction during high speed cornering.  The wing allows you to adjust it and choose your personal preference for car control. By adjusting the angle of attack on an adjustable wing, you can dial in the amount of downforce for better car control. The APR Front Bumper Canards help increase front downforce at high speeds. The added downforce stabilizes the cars chassis during hard cornering and increases traction for faster lap times.Enough of the science here’s some pictures of this irresistible race car.

Lotus Exige Sheds Seconds off Track Time

SmittyBilt Upgrades your Off-Roader

If you’re into the outdoors and dominating the terrain with massive tires and jacked up body kits, then SmittyBilt is the company for you. They are a family-owned company that has specialized in outfitting off-road vehicles for generations. SmittyBilt has gone from a modest, experimental garage to a key-player in the off-roading industry. We just got a gang of new SmittyBilt products in and are pumped to share them with all of our hybrid tuner/ off-roading fans. Although this is not our specialty, we know a good product when we see one. Here is a list toys to enhance your landscape destroyer.

Light Bar 

Roof Racks

Roof Rack Mounting Hardware 

Roof Rack Add-On

Towing and Hitches 

Tow/ Hitch Accessories 

Winches and Accessories 

 

Seat Covers 

Grill Kits

SmittyBilt Upgrades your Off-Roader