AMS GT-R track car build..How to tear down a BRAND NEW R35 GT-R! - GT-R Register - Official Nissan Skyline and GTR Owners Club forum

Eric@AMS · 9th April 2010, 04:14 PM

A majority of our business here at AMS is building completely prepared race cars for our customers. We campaign our own very successful race team and based on those efforts/merrits we are able to provide very capable and proven race cars to our customers.

A while back we had a couple of customers work with us to build two very nice EVO track cars:
A blue EVO IX which had a very extensive build: AMSPerformance.com | BLUE DEMON
and A silver EVO X that got much of the same treatment: AMSPerformance.com | Silver Bullet

Well these two are at it again and this time they want to build a GT-R. Just like the two EVO's prior they went and bought a BRAND NEW GT-R from the dealer and sent it over to us to work our magic. This car came to us with a whopping 74 miles on it.

Today we began the tear down process on this car. The slated parts lists has some mild but effective power upgrades but just AMAZING suspension, brake and chassis work!

We plan on doing a custom exhaust to the car to optimize weight savings along with some trans cooling and a Custom AMS tuned Cobb AP to increase the power.

That is where the easy stuff ends. Along with that a very comprehensive Roll cage and suspension and brake setup will go into the car. The best of the best will be used on this build. Look for some REALLY unique and professional grade components to make their way into this car. We really hope to break some new ground in the GT-R world with this build and bring some great suspension, weight reduction and chassis ideas to the GT-R community.

Stay Tuned!

Here are some pictures of how the car looked after it was unloaded from the transport:

Eric@AMS · 9th April 2010, 04:15 PM

Some updated Pictures for Everyone. Eric Jones has been busy with the tear down of this soon to be track GT-R.

Again this is going to be a TRACK ONLY project so the first step to take is to completely remove the interior so that a VERY comprehensive roll cage can go in its place. Safety is the one thing not to play around with.

On to the tear down!!

First step is to get a baseline on weight. So we tossed the big girl on the scales...3908!

Now that we have our stock weight....its time for a tear down!!

To build the cage the proper way we have to remove all interior pieces including the dash

And now the Dash comes OUT!

The doors are being replaced in lieu of some lighter carbon fiber counterparts. At 68 lbs each we stand to shed some serious LB'S!

Now to remove the dash bar for roll cage fabrication and installation.

Our once perfectly stock GT-R is now starting to look like its half way done on the assembly line

I will keep you posted as the build progresses. So far things are moving very quickly!

Eric

Eric@AMS · 9th April 2010, 04:16 PM

more work being done!

The interior is just about completely stripped now. As you can see all sound deadening material was also removed.

Computer controlled much?

Rear glass is out along with the front glass for cage prep

Getting ready for transmission removal!

Rear sub-frame is out for trans removal

Hovercraft mode!

Ready to ship to Shepherd trans for some upgrades

Next on the agenda is to remove the fuel tank altogether as these gentleman have opted for a full fuel cell setup. Cage work is right around the corner

Eric

GTR-Dreamer · 9th April 2010, 08:07 PM

Cool, another project from AMS!

archaeic_bloke · 9th April 2010, 08:58 PM

good work guys, AMS is quickly becoming a brand to be reckonned with!

Eric@AMS · 9th April 2010, 09:50 PM

Thank you guys!

Oldskool · 11th April 2010, 06:38 AM

You guys are certainly busy at the moment.

Eric@AMS · 12th April 2010, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oldskool

You guys are certainly busy at the moment.

Yes we are...its GT-R Heaven here right now.

Eric

MiGTR · 12th April 2010, 06:08 PM

Nice work guys, looking forward to seeing the completed project.

One question though: when did Andrew Flintoff start working at your shop? He's suposed to be in training

Eric@AMS · 12th April 2010, 06:18 PM

lol, I had to google who the heck that was but you are certainly right...there is a striking resemblance to him and Mr Eric Jones...lol

Eric

scby rex · 15th April 2010, 01:23 AM

what upgrades is shep doing for gt-rs?

Eric@AMS · 15th April 2010, 01:18 PM

Shep has been doing the assembly of the GT-R transmissions for us using Willall and Dodson components.

Eric

Eric@AMS · 12th May 2010, 05:33 PM

Some more updates!

We are starting to move at a quicker pace on this track GT-R and I wanted to share with you some new pictures:

The interior is now down just about as far as we can go

Nothing but the best in the way of suspension for this track GT-R, JRZ to the rescue!

Test fitting some sample wheels and tires along with the Password JDM Carbon fiber front fenders for a little more front tire room.

Now we have Justin our suspension expert working on installing the JRZ Triple adjustable coilovers with remote reservoirs.

Sean working away hard on taking even more weight out of this track car project

GTR--J · 12th May 2010, 05:46 PM

Looks like another sweet AMS project!

What size are the rims and tires you test fitted?

Eric@AMS · 17th May 2010, 04:45 PM

Justin and the Fab shop have been making some serious ground on our customer track car GT-R

The Carbon Kevlar Recaro Hans Equipped Seat has arrived

The beginnings of a custom seat bracket from Justin.

Justin went ahead and cut down the tunnel side seat mount to make it even with the rest of the rails. You can see how much smaller it is now and how low it will sit

Sean is busy taking out material near the rear shock towers to allow for easier damper adjustment. This also will enable us to save some weight in bracing and to eliminate the cast aluminum seat back.

Justin found a way to take out a good chunk of weight by making his own steering column using some new and existing pieces. Total weight savings for this was 7lbs!

With the full cage going in soon the roof bracing on the car is not needed and just excess weight. Here we can see Drew cutting out the roof bracing.

Everything adds up! with this latest round of chassis lightening we were able to shed 21 lbs/9.5 Kg's

More to come!!!

9th April 2010, 04:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	AMS GT-R track car build..How to tear down a BRAND NEW R35 GT-R! A majority of our business here at AMS is building completely prepared race cars for our customers. We campaign our own very successful race team and based on those efforts/merrits we are able to provide very capable and proven race cars to our customers. A while back we had a couple of customers work with us to build two very nice EVO track cars: A blue EVO IX which had a very extensive build: AMSPerformance.com \| BLUE DEMON and A silver EVO X that got much of the same treatment: AMSPerformance.com \| Silver Bullet Well these two are at it again and this time they want to build a GT-R. Just like the two EVO's prior they went and bought a BRAND NEW GT-R from the dealer and sent it over to us to work our magic. This car came to us with a whopping 74 miles on it. Today we began the tear down process on this car. The slated parts lists has some mild but effective power upgrades but just AMAZING suspension, brake and chassis work! We plan on doing a custom exhaust to the car to optimize weight savings along with some trans cooling and a Custom AMS tuned Cobb AP to increase the power. That is where the easy stuff ends. Along with that a very comprehensive Roll cage and suspension and brake setup will go into the car. The best of the best will be used on this build. Look for some REALLY unique and professional grade components to make their way into this car. We really hope to break some new ground in the GT-R world with this build and bring some great suspension, weight reduction and chassis ideas to the GT-R community. Stay Tuned! Here are some pictures of how the car looked after it was unloaded from the transport: __________________

9th April 2010, 04:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	Some updated Pictures for Everyone. Eric Jones has been busy with the tear down of this soon to be track GT-R. Again this is going to be a TRACK ONLY project so the first step to take is to completely remove the interior so that a VERY comprehensive roll cage can go in its place. Safety is the one thing not to play around with. On to the tear down!! First step is to get a baseline on weight. So we tossed the big girl on the scales...3908! Now that we have our stock weight....its time for a tear down!! To build the cage the proper way we have to remove all interior pieces including the dash And now the Dash comes OUT! The doors are being replaced in lieu of some lighter carbon fiber counterparts. At 68 lbs each we stand to shed some serious LB'S! Now to remove the dash bar for roll cage fabrication and installation. Our once perfectly stock GT-R is now starting to look like its half way done on the assembly line I will keep you posted as the build progresses. So far things are moving very quickly! Eric __________________

9th April 2010, 04:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	more work being done! The interior is just about completely stripped now. As you can see all sound deadening material was also removed. Computer controlled much? Rear glass is out along with the front glass for cage prep Getting ready for transmission removal! Rear sub-frame is out for trans removal Hovercraft mode! Ready to ship to Shepherd trans for some upgrades Next on the agenda is to remove the fuel tank altogether as these gentleman have opted for a full fuel cell setup. Cage work is right around the corner Eric __________________

9th April 2010, 08:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
GTR-Dreamer GTR-Dreamer is ok, mkay GTR Register User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Holland Cars owned: Peugeot 106, Opel Corsa, Nissan Micra K12 Posts: 602	Cool, another project from AMS! __________________

9th April 2010, 08:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
archaeic_bloke archaeic_bloke is www.skylife4ever.com GTR Register Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 735	good work guys, AMS is quickly becoming a brand to be reckonned with! __________________

9th April 2010, 09:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	Thank you guys! __________________

11th April 2010, 06:38 AM	#7 (permalink)
Oldskool Oldskool is unaware they can edit their status GTROC Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dorset Cars owned: R35 Posts: 72	You guys are certainly busy at the moment. __________________

12th April 2010, 06:08 PM	#9 (permalink)
MiGTR MiGTR is frying his noodle GTROC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kent Cars owned: MKII Golf VR6, Supra Big Single, E46 M3, E46 M3CSL, E60 M5, 2010 R35 GTR, 997 Turbo Tip. Currently Own: A Barge! Posts: 385	Nice work guys, looking forward to seeing the completed project. One question though: when did Andrew Flintoff start working at your shop? He's suposed to be in training __________________

12th April 2010, 06:18 PM	#10 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	lol, I had to google who the heck that was but you are certainly right...there is a striking resemblance to him and Mr Eric Jones...lol Eric __________________

15th April 2010, 01:23 AM	#11 (permalink)
scby rex scby rex is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Posts: 186	what upgrades is shep doing for gt-rs? __________________

15th April 2010, 01:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	Shep has been doing the assembly of the GT-R transmissions for us using Willall and Dodson components. Eric __________________

12th May 2010, 05:33 PM	#13 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	Some more updates! We are starting to move at a quicker pace on this track GT-R and I wanted to share with you some new pictures: The interior is now down just about as far as we can go Nothing but the best in the way of suspension for this track GT-R, JRZ to the rescue! Test fitting some sample wheels and tires along with the Password JDM Carbon fiber front fenders for a little more front tire room. Now we have Justin our suspension expert working on installing the JRZ Triple adjustable coilovers with remote reservoirs. Sean working away hard on taking even more weight out of this track car project __________________

12th May 2010, 05:46 PM	#14 (permalink)
GTR--J GTR--J is Full-Race. Anything else is half fast! GTR Register Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Victoria, British Columbia Cars owned: 1990 R32 Posts: 267	Looks like another sweet AMS project! What size are the rims and tires you test fitted? __________________

17th May 2010, 04:45 PM	#15 (permalink)
Eric@AMS Eric@AMS is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 163	Justin and the Fab shop have been making some serious ground on our customer track car GT-R The Carbon Kevlar Recaro Hans Equipped Seat has arrived The beginnings of a custom seat bracket from Justin. Justin went ahead and cut down the tunnel side seat mount to make it even with the rest of the rails. You can see how much smaller it is now and how low it will sit Sean is busy taking out material near the rear shock towers to allow for easier damper adjustment. This also will enable us to save some weight in bracing and to eliminate the cast aluminum seat back. Justin found a way to take out a good chunk of weight by making his own steering column using some new and existing pieces. Total weight savings for this was 7lbs! With the full cage going in soon the roof bracing on the car is not needed and just excess weight. Here we can see Drew cutting out the roof bracing. Everything adds up! with this latest round of chassis lightening we were able to shed 21 lbs/9.5 Kg's More to come!!! __________________

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