Vivid Racing http://www.vividracing.com/forums Automotive Lifestyle Community Luxury Exotic Performance Parts en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:19:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.vividracing.com/forums/images/vivid/misc/rss.jpg Vivid Racing http://www.vividracing.com/forums Free Lug Nuts With Work Emotion Wheel Purchase http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23505-free-lug-nuts-work-emotion-wheel-purchase.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:48:56 GMT So your ride is in need of some wheels. You have the perfect set in mind but can't find the lug nut that fits or looks right. Vivid Racing has you covered if you purchase a set of Work Emotion 11R, XD9, XT7 or XC8 wheels. Not only are the lug nuts a great match and fit to your Emotion wheels, the free set includes 4 locking nuts and key to ensure your wheels stay where they belong.

Available in Black, Red or Blue Anodized and with thread pitch of either 12x1.25 or 12x1.5, you can be sure they can fit and match any car.

To view the entire Work Wheels section of our online store, click here.

]]> News and Announcements VividracingCole http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23505-free-lug-nuts-work-emotion-wheel-purchase.html Need a Job - Vivid Racing is Hiring! http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23501-need-job-vivid-racing-hiring.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:44:34 GMT Vivid Racing is an industry leader in aftermarket performance parts. As such, we are always growing and improving. To do so requires the help of dedicated employees and professionals driven to succeed. Currently we are looking to fill a data entry position starting immediately. This includes... Vivid Racing is an industry leader in aftermarket performance parts. As such, we are always growing and improving. To do so requires the help of dedicated employees and professionals driven to succeed.

Currently we are looking to fill a data entry position starting immediately. This includes adding new products to our site, web research, and collecting and editing images. Ensuring that product information is correct is extremely important in this position. We need someone with the initiative to stay on task and to complete projects in a timely, yet thorough manner. Automotive experience or knowledge is a must. This is an in-house position.

Job Functions: Data Entry, Web Research, Minor Image Editing.

Required Skills: Excel, Limited Photoshop experience, Automotive Knowledge.

Additional Information: Great Communication Skills, Attention to Detail is Key, Willingness to learn and ability to take direction.

If you or someone you know has interest in this position, please email your resume with cover letter to Cole@vividracing.com. To learn more about this position and others, visit our Employment Opportunities page here.

]]> News and Announcements VividracingCole http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23501-need-job-vivid-racing-hiring.html Vivid Racing UK Featured in VW and Audi Driver Magazine http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23499-vivid-racing-uk-featured-vw-audi-driver-magazine.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:12:34 GMT VW and Audi Driver Magazines in the UK recently dropped a Press Release on Vivid Racing UK as the Go To place for Western Europeans in the need for real Performance Racing Parts at great prices. The Vivid Racing UK was established in August 2009 as an outside sales representative to better service... VW and Audi Driver Magazines in the UK recently dropped a Press Release on Vivid Racing UK as the Go To place for Western Europeans in the need for real Performance Racing Parts at great prices. The Vivid Racing UK was established in August 2009 as an outside sales representative to better service our growing UK and surrounding clientel. Stay tuned for some big project cars coming out of the United Kingdom. See more Vivid Racing PR and Articles Here - http://www.vividracing.com/forums/ga...ages.php?c=260



]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23499-vivid-racing-uk-featured-vw-audi-driver-magazine.html Car Domain Users. Check Out Who is on the Front Page http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23481-car-domain-users-check-out-who-front-page.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:46:39 GMT We got the top rated Porsche 911 Turbo at CarDomain.com (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3180025) so they hooked us up and put us on the front :) If you have a Car Domain account, go on there and give us some love. Also on our Car Domain page is all the other Vivid Racing Project Cars... We got the top rated Porsche 911 Turbo at CarDomain.com so they hooked us up and put us on the front :) If you have a Car Domain account, go on there and give us some love. Also on our Car Domain page is all the other Vivid Racing Project Cars we have done in the past. Everything from our Porsche 996c2, 996TT, Pepsi Turbocharged RX8, 240 drift car, and our collection of Subaru's. Enjoy!

]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23481-car-domain-users-check-out-who-front-page.html Improved Performance for Camaro SS with APR Splitter http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23477-improved-performance-camaro-ss-apr-splitter.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:47:26 GMT When you pick up your new Camaro from the dealer, it has been designed for the street and daily driving purposes. Chevrolet has developed a great car for that purpose, but many owners have a different need in mind, track performance. APR has created a wind splitter for the 2010 Camaro... When you pick up your new Camaro from the dealer, it has been designed for the street and daily driving purposes. Chevrolet has developed a great car for that purpose, but many owners have a different need in mind, track performance. APR has created a wind splitter for the 2010 Camaro that is perfect for the track without hurting the drive ability of the car on the street. APR Performance parts are created with the finest materials and developed with tedious research to ensure the final product is perfect.

A Wind Splitter is a protruding flat surface in the front of a car that is designed to decrease front end lift and exert downforce. By creating a high pressure area on top of the wind splitter, high pressure air flow is restricted to flow underneath a car. With low pressure below the car, the effect of lift is reduced and a driver can gain from the extra traction and control. The included rods ensure this splitter stays rigid and perform its job at all speeds.

You can check out the entire APR Performance line here.

]]> News and Announcements VividracingCole http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23477-improved-performance-camaro-ss-apr-splitter.html Quicksilver Releases New Audi R8 V10 Exhaust System http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23473-quicksilver-releases-new-audi-r8-v10-exhaust-system.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:21:13 GMT UK Based Quicksilver has released another amazing product for the new Audi R8 with the V10 engine. A supercar sound might be why R8 owners choose Quicksilver for their exhaust system, but they will also be very happy about the performance too. The exhaust saves over 40lbs off the rear end of... UK Based Quicksilver has released another amazing product for the new Audi R8 with the V10 engine. A supercar sound might be why R8 owners choose Quicksilver for their exhaust system, but they will also be very happy about the performance too. The exhaust saves over 40lbs off the rear end of the vehicle while adding horsepower and torque to the V10 monster.

The Quicksilver system has a titanium silencer and thin gauge stainless steel tubing to achieve a combination of the lightest possible weight with strength and durability. At lower engine speeds it produces a wonderful deep tone, with volume and pitch increasing in direct proportion to rpm climaxing in a robust race car howl at redline.

This exhaust is available from Vivid Racing and our Quicksilver Store. It retails for $2900 plus freight. Contact us if interested in getting the BEST for your Audi R8.

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]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23473-quicksilver-releases-new-audi-r8-v10-exhaust-system.html HRE Wheels Discount Shoppers... Check out the NEW 560 Series http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23468-hre-wheels-discount-shoppers-check-out-new-560-series.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:50:07 GMT So if you went to SEMA, or heard about SEMA, then you might have seen thatHRE Wheels has released a new lower priced wheel line called the 560c and 560r. So bargain wheel shoppers, finally a quality 3pc wheel for you!

These wheels have HRE's same great fantastic craftmanship but are at a lower entry price. This price is made possible by simpler manufacturing designs. The 560c series is available in 19 and 20 inch step lip with fitments for Porsche, BMW, Audi, and many more. The 560r is a reverse lip and available in 18, 19, and 20inch. It features hidden hardware on the back of the center, and a flawless 3pc design. They will be available in Mesh, Multispoke (think P43), and a others soon to be pictured.

I have taken the liberty of photoshopping these wheels on several different PCars. Let me know your thoughts. Pricing for the 18 inch setup starts at $3960 for a set! Please Contact Us for inquiries.







]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23468-hre-wheels-discount-shoppers-check-out-new-560-series.html Earn Points, Buy Virtual Cars, Have Fun - New Vivid Racing Forums http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23464-earn-points-buy-virtual-cars-have-fun-new-vivid-racing-forums.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:15:42 GMT In our ever so long quest to have one of the coolest most unique forums (http://www.vividracing.com/forums), we have made changes again. Having a forum on our site since 2003, we have gathered almost 20,000 members and have over 100,000 posts. You can even sign in using your Facebook Account... In our ever so long quest to have one of the coolest most unique forums, we have made changes again. Having a forum on our site since 2003, we have gathered almost 20,000 members and have over 100,000 posts. You can even sign in using your Facebook Account now. Our newest additions are something that will make your time here FUN!

Virtual VR:

Virtual VR is part of the VB Experience that gives you points and awards for your interaction on the forum. Your points can be used in our Virtual Dream Car Garage Shop where you can aquire all the incredible Vivid Racing Project Cars. Everything from our hoopty Cadillac to the Flat Red GT-R. For example:
  • Post a New Thread - 100 Points
  • Generic Posting - 25 Points
  • Upload Album Pics - 30 Points
  • Referrals - 1000 Points
Your Garage:

Create your own Garage with vehicle pics, mod lists, track times and more. Share these with others.

Member Map:

Plot yourself! Show us where you are visiting from. View all the VR Members live on Google Maps.

Arcade:

And of course, why play Farmville when you can be playing arcade games on our site. Tons of new driving and car related games coming soon!

We hope you enjoy your time here and remember to PM any of our VRSALESPRO's with questions about products or the forums. They are your moderators

]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23464-earn-points-buy-virtual-cars-have-fun-new-vivid-racing-forums.html Import Tuner Jan 2010 Issue Features VR Nissan GT-R http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-gt-r/23462-import-tuner-jan-2010-issue-features-vr-nissan-gt-r.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:07:07 GMT Yes the car has been gone for almost 6 months, but Import Tuner has just released one of the best Nissan GT-R features in their magazine to start off the new 2010 year. The Vivid Racing Project GT-R (http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-gt-r) was a feat to get it to a brain stomping 700... Yes the car has been gone for almost 6 months, but Import Tuner has just released one of the best Nissan GT-R features in their magazine to start off the new 2010 year. The Vivid Racing Project GT-R was a feat to get it to a brain stomping 700 horsepower. With its custom Body Kit and Flat Red paint, this GT-R now resides in Romania with its Project WRX III brother. Check out the article pictures below.






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]]> Project GT-R vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-gt-r/23462-import-tuner-jan-2010-issue-features-vr-nissan-gt-r.html Total Evolution UK Magazine Features the VR EVO X http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-evo-x/23460-total-evolution-uk-magazine-features-vr-evo-x.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:59:51 GMT The infamous Vivid Racing Project Car media train continues! Our Project EVO X (http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-evo-x) which was started in January 2008 has just been featured in the UK Magazine, Total Evolution (http://www.totalevolution.co.uk). With photos by Patrick Ernzen from... The infamous Vivid Racing Project Car media train continues! Our Project EVO X which was started in January 2008 has just been featured in the UK Magazine, Total Evolution. With photos by Patrick Ernzen from Desert Motors, the EVO X was shot here in Arizona, Globe to be exact. The 600HP car featured a full Test and Service body kit, Agency Power GT35R twin scroll turbo kit, and numerous Agency Power products. Before the 2008 SEMA show, the car was painted Porsche GT3RS green with BASF paint and then displayed in the Toyo Tires booth. The car now resides in Lebanon! Check out more Mitsubishi EVO X Parts Here.












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]]> Project EVO X vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-evo-x/23460-total-evolution-uk-magazine-features-vr-evo-x.html Vorsteiner Drops their new Bentley Continental GT Aero Kit http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23457-vorsteiner-drops-their-new-bentley-continental-gt-aero-kit.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:29:58 GMT Vorsteiner just dropped this on us all! Their new kit for the Bentley Continental GT. Front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, and rear wing available. All in Carbon Fiber Honeycomb Matrix (CFHM) structure which gives it more strength and durability compared to traditional hand laid carbon fiber or... Vorsteiner just dropped this on us all! Their new kit for the Bentley Continental GT. Front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, and rear wing available. All in Carbon Fiber Honeycomb Matrix (CFHM) structure which gives it more strength and durability compared to traditional hand laid carbon fiber or fiberglass. Check out the pictures... what do you think?







View more Vorsteiner Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, and Nissan GT-R Products Here - http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/vorsteiner-m-201.html ]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23457-vorsteiner-drops-their-new-bentley-continental-gt-aero-kit.html Breaking SEMA News - New Brembo GT-R Racing Brakes http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23454-breaking-sema-news-new-brembo-gt-r-racing-brakes.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:40:03 GMT Brembo is debuting these new GT-R racing brake kits at the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas. Oh, that starts next week Muhahahahah. These high-end GT-Rracing brake applications available for cars like Porsche, Ferrari, BMW, and others looking for the ULTIMATE in braking. These are never before seen... Brembo is debuting these new GT-R racing brake kits at the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas. Oh, that starts next week Muhahahahah. These high-end GT-Rracing brake applications available for cars like Porsche, Ferrari, BMW, and others looking for the ULTIMATE in braking. These are never before seen pictures outside of Italy. The nickle plating is inspired by what F1 race teams use and the calipers are 10% lighter then the current Monobloc calipers on the market. They are much stiffer, provide better modulation, and improved response over the older design. Having personally owned a set of 6piston Monoblocks on my Porsche 996TT (http://www.vividracing.com/forums/project-996tt), that is a good chunk of weight! These calipers feature vented piston inserts and are more thermo-mechanical resistance.

Brembo GT-R brakes used to be race calipers only that came from ALMS, Grand AM, World Rally, BTTC, JGTC,etc and made into full custom racing systems only. These required the same care and maintenance that a pro level team would use shunning most enthusiasts from equipping their cars with the GT-R kits. Even very experienced track day and amateur level racers were not equipped to monitor caliper temps and operating temps to provide the proper care and keep these systems properly tuned. The NEW line of GT-R calipers were designed to provide every level of performance as these top level race calipers, but with superior plating for aesthetic longevity and corrosion resistance's, and incorporate a twin seal design that eliminates the need for the additional maintenance of rebuilding. A simple set of caliper temp stickers, (also available through Vivid Racing) is all you need to ensure you are running within optimal operating temperatures during the most aggressive track outings. Thus Brembo has released a GT-R kit that is street friendly and ready for the serious racer.

Brembo will be delivering these to the USA starting January 1 and preorders are available with deposits. You can view all our current Brembo Brake Applications Here (http://www.vividracing.com/brembo).







Inside source taking pictures of them installed on a BMW M5.





]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23454-breaking-sema-news-new-brembo-gt-r-racing-brakes.html Softronic OBDII ECU Flashing for 09+ DFI Porsche 987, 997, and Cayenne http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23451-softronic-obdii-ecu-flashing-09-dfi-porsche-987-997-cayenne.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:54:36 GMT Softronic has made another first in Porsche ECU Tuning and now has the ability to flash the DFI Porsche 997.2 cars from 2009+. We utilize our Flasher Client interface which allows the customer to connect to their car with a OBDII cable and write the new Tuned File. No removing of your ECU from the... Softronic has made another first in Porsche ECU Tuning and now has the ability to flash the DFI Porsche 997.2 cars from 2009+. We utilize our Flasher Client interface which allows the customer to connect to their car with a OBDII cable and write the new Tuned File. No removing of your ECU from the car or downtime. No warranty issues as your true original file is included and can be flashed back ANYTIME.

Contact Us for More Info

After customer Mark G flashed his car in NY he emailed this, “I will say this so far… The power/pull is much more consistent from start to redline. Throttle is perfectedly sensitive and responsive.”



The 2009 and up Porsche Carrera is a big change over previous models. The new 911 has switched from a Bosch ECU to now running a Siemens SDI system. The transmission can be had in a standard 6 speed manual or the new PDK transmission to complete with the GTR, M3, and others. Softronic has spent time engineering and developing software for the new FSI cars and is one of the only tuners in the world that can offer an ECU flash via the OBDII port. With some additional programming to adjust the cars timing and air fuel mixtures, Softronic is able to gain performance on both the 3.6L and the 3.8L 911.

3.6L Stock Power – 345HP and 280ft/lbs

Tuned Power –360HP and 295ft/lbs

3.8L Stock Power – 385HP and 310ft/lbs

Tuned Power –398HP and 322ft/lbs

Softronic flashes the 997.2 Carrera through the OBDII port of the car. With their Flasher Client software, they are reading a full 1mb of the file to completely tune the ECU. Other companies claim to be able to do this, but are only read 128kb and making global changes. The ECU flash will alter your fuel and timing maps to give you a very linear increase over stock. For those worried about check engine lights, there are none! For those running a high flow cat or straight pipe exhaust systems, Softronic raises the O2 levels which will remove the possibility of having a CEL from this type of exhaust. Once the car is flashed, the low end torque and throttle response will be much improved. The mid-range of the RPM band will feel stronger as well. The overall improvement of drivability makes the 997.2 Carrera even more fun then it was originally. Since warranty is always a concern, Softronic also provides you with your original file. With this original file you can flash your car back to stock at any point. If you go to the dealer, there will be nothing visible through the Porsche PIWIS system. Softronic can program your vehicle no matter what country you are from or what octane you use. We have different maps for those running 91 octane or 93 octane and higher.

What are the benefits/functions of going with Softronic compared to the competition?

- Softronic does not require the removal of your ECU from the car. There is no down time at all.

- Your car can be flashed at your convenience from the comfort of your own garage.

- Softronic reflashing is done via a Client Cable that is connected to the OBDII port. The customer simply plugs the cable into the car and reads the file with a laptop per the instructions with the cable. Once the file is downloaded, it is emailed to the Softronic secure server where the file is tuned and then emailed back to the client. The client simply uploads the file and they are done. Total process is about 1 hour.

- Reflashing is done according to the vehicles octane level of pump gas and modifications are taken into account (Intake, Headers, Exhaust) to enhance power gains.

- All ECU Flashes include the Client Flash Cable. You can opt to upgrade to the Durametric Cable which allows you to flash the car, datalog, turn off warning lights, and more. ]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23451-softronic-obdii-ecu-flashing-09-dfi-porsche-987-997-cayenne.html KW Suspension for New Makes and Models http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23449-kw-suspension-new-makes-models.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:01:16 GMT When looking for the blend of comfort and performance, KW Suspension is Vivid Racing's choice for most make and models. Among their best coilovers are the KW Variant 3's that allow the driver to create a customized suspension feel and adjust the ride height. The ease of change also allows for a street setting to be used for daily driving and then an adjustment can provide your car the stiff performance needed on the track.

New to the KW Suspension catalog is the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Variant 3 coilover. With the Camaro being a retro styled car and encompassing new technology throughout, KW Suspension set out to improve the ride and handling of this hot selling muscle car. With the same state-of-the-art technology found in the V3 coilovers for every other make and model, KW was able to fine tune the Camaro's handling and lower the car to improve the style.

Also added to the list of cars is the Nissan 370Z. V3 coilovers could make the otherwise stock 370Z to be ready for the track because of the separate and independent compression and rebound damping options.

You can see all of the KW Suspension line here (http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/kw-m-236.html).

]]> News and Announcements VividracingCole http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23449-kw-suspension-new-makes-models.html Vivid Racing Releases the VR825 Power Kit for the Porsche 997 Turbo http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23445-vivid-racing-releases-vr825-power-kit-porsche-997-turbo.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:20:08 GMT Streetability, high performance, racing inspired, and proven testing are all words to describe the VR825 power package for the 2007 to 2009 Porsche 997 Turbo. With a true bolt-on Garrett turbo kit for the 996 Turbo in our history, we wanted to take the same development, but enhance it 100% for the... Streetability, high performance, racing inspired, and proven testing are all words to describe the VR825 power package for the 2007 to 2009 Porsche 997 Turbo. With a true bolt-on Garrett turbo kit for the 996 Turbo in our history, we wanted to take the same development, but enhance it 100% for the 997 Turbo. Realization of what the stock 997 Turbo motor was capable of, set us on the path to create this power kit. Beginning R&D in December 2008, we thrived to develop a bolt-on turbo kit that was capable of 1000 horsepower with engine modifications. For those 997 Turbo owners that do not want to touch the internals of the engine and keep the driveability as well as functionality of their car on a day to day basis is where we end at the VR825 Power Kit. This kit was designed around the daily driver and built to give your 997 Turbo the driveability of a stock car while around town or headed to dinner. However once you get into boost, the car is an insane piece of equipment designed to test your foots threshold.

View More on the VR825 Porsche 997 Turbo Kit Here (http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/vivid-racing-vr825-horsepower-kit-porsche-997-turbo-0709-p-80007.html).



]]> News and Announcements vividracing http://www.vividracing.com/forums/news-announcements/23445-vivid-racing-releases-vr825-power-kit-porsche-997-turbo.html