Correct me if I'm wrong but unless they put another tranny in our car or dyno the motor alone how are we getting "dyno driven performance"?

 

Well I wouldn't go overboard in wanting to pay an extreme amount for this Intake, first of all their main claim to fame on this whole set up is really based on the difference in their filters-I'm not saying that they don't have first rate crafsmanship and all that but if you were to take the top HP/TQ producing Intake and add their filters to it then I'm certain we'd get as good as their numbers on the performance scale.

So, while their craftsmanship and filter may place them topnotch above all others should they decide not to make the GD and keep this thing as close to $250 as possible then I'd say it wouldn't be out of the question to get a Berk or other Intake and just add one of the Filters from RC2 and go with that.

We are trying to make them some money here and get a great product while at the same time not get taken advantage of, sure our cars are 35-40K cars but that doesn't mean we should get ripped trying to improve upon them.

 

Ya, but their products are usually competitively priced. I would not pay the same price as the dual intake system for the 350 Z/ 370 Z / G37. BUT if for some reason they wouldn't do a GB or give some sort of deal to us, I would still pay whatever market price they slap onto it.

But we are beating a dead horse here, Ed said they would be willing to give us a deal. I think we will all be happy.

 

True however have you reviewed the results of the 6th Gen prototype?

Impressive improvement over stock, plus the filtration is wholesale better and improved over a K&N type element.

 

well said

 

Hmmm..... Who wants to bet this never sees the light of day for the 7th Gen? I hope I'm wrong....
http://forums.maxima.org/7348588-post221.html

Quote:
Hey ****! Sorry I've been out a few days. I'm am so sorry things have not been going smoothly on this system!! We've already released a couple others in the meantime! Maybe **** (edit - me... he was talking about a now ex-employee/engineer heh) cursed it, I don't know! LOL But it doesn't matter we will get them in stock soon and hook you up. There was a mis-communication regarding the heat shields and it got delayed unbeknownst to me. Being primarily engineering I didn't keep that close of an eye on it, but I won't let it happen again. Fortunately we have some changes coming soon that will help us provide better service regarding the intake system side of our product lines.

So...we are supposed to have the heat shields done and powder coated by the 30th. I will hunt down the black nickel tube for you. And then make sure the rest of the production tubes are on schedule and let you know about that ASAP. But at least for you, once we get the heat shields, you can come in.

Thanks again! And I apologize again. If you ever need anything just let us know.
We are going to be closed new years day but if we get them early enough maybe you can come in next week.
Merry Christmas!

***** *******
R2C Performance Products, LLC
7550 Industrial Drive
Forest Park, IL 60130
P: 708-488-8211
F: 708-366-3563

 

OMG...U GOT TO BE KIDDING ME....BUT MAYBE THAT RESPONCE WAS FOR THE 6TH GEN GUYS, LAST TIME I TALKED TO R2C THEY TOLD ME THE PROTOTYPE WAS COMPLETE AND READY FOR PRODUCTION

 

Yes this is for the 6th Gen which is why I mentioned I doubt this will be released for the 7th Gen.

 

Well, the last word i got from Ed was that it is going to be late January and he knows that I have a 7th Gen so I doubt he was talking about a 6th Gen Intake.

 

anyway if there is a problem i hope they fix it in time, maybe someone can contact ed again just to clear this up?

 

This was for the 6th Gen, go to the link in my original post....

 

Ok so without reading all the back and forth on this long thread what's the deal with this intake? I'm ready to buy one and it seems like they are still unsure if it's even coming out??

 

i feel the same way. thats the only mode left for me to add to my max.

 

Soon, very soon.

 

The 6th Gen is here..... Read all about it: http://forums.maxima.org/7375626-post233.html

Hopefully the 7th Gen is on the way soon!!!

 

AWESOME!

 

They have the prototype for the 7th Gen. They scanned Alpha's car awhile back. I just passed along his # to the guys at R2c, so hopefully they can all get together for a test fitting real soon!

 

While we wait for the R2C, lets take a look at the Typhoon Air Intake System. It got 13.25 HP increase on the dyno chart. www.knfilters.com/news/news.aspx?ID=2276

 

We already have... Pass

 

I think i might go with the Typhoon if the R2C doesn't come out soon, no one on the forum has tried it. It seems pretty straight forward, most intakes will be the same is what i have been told.

 

At least a couple 7th Gen have the K&N Typhoon installed - you should search around.

The filtration on the K&N is supposed to be subpar when compared to the R2C which also doesn't require oil to maintain.

 

I'm right there with you. I'm getting tired of this waiting and not knowing crap!!

 

They have a prototype. They just need to test fit it... I gave them Alpha's contact info.

 

Indeed. Would you mind hitting them up again as I haven't gotten a call yet and I really want to get this going.

Thanks a lot.

 

Can do!

 

Just wanted to announce that we (Cattman Performance) will be managing the introductory group deal for the new R2C intake (6th gen Maxima). I promise to provide information as it becomes available, but as of this moment, 1) a final price has not been determined (either retail or group deal), and 2) there is still some finishing details to wrap up and the completion date is expected to be 2-4 weeks away.

We'll start taking group deal orders once the final prices and finishing options are set; by that time there will be a more definite production timetable. I'll set up a new thread to kick that off, but until then I'll try to keep an eye on this and another max.org thread that follows this topic.

Brian C Catts
Cattman Performance

 

I've heard the K&N Typhoon intake mentioned as an alternative, but consider that the most dramatic difference between the R2C and the K&N is the filtration capabilities, and after all, that's the primary purpose of a filter in the first place.

I don't have the data necessary to compare the K&N and R2C intake systems performance-wise, but the bottom line is that the R2C filters are far more effective at removing engine-destroying dust than the K&Ns or any other oiled-cotton-felt-type filter, and this is an established fact.

Brian

 

so hopefully by next month well finally see something from what your saying

 

That is for the 6th Gen.... R2C still hasn't finished ours yet. Not sure why Brian was posting an update for the 6th Gen in the 7th Gen. forum.

Anyway Alpha still has to get scheduled to see R2C again for the prototype fitment.

 

Geez, I'm a moron sometimes... I was following the thread but lost track of which forum it was on - didn't realise this was the 7th gen forum.

Brian

 

You're working too hard, Brian... lol

 

thanks for pointing that out, now it looks like its gonna be a whileeee

 

Sorry if I'm slow to come up to speed on this, I knew that R2C was working on a 7th gen design, but my immediate focus was on the intake system in production for the 6th gen. I'll monitor progress on the 7th gen system as well, and pass along anything I hear from Ed when we speak occasionally.

I've never heard anything to suggest that the folks at R2C aren't glad to hear the enthusiasm of the Maxima community - indeed, they seem quite impressed, and that's why these intakes are in development - but if you don't get an immediate response to an inquiry keep in mind that R2C sells almost exclusively through distributors (no retail sales) so they don't have staffing dedicated to dealing with the public.

Brian

 

Hey everyone, what's up? My name is Peter and I'm new to the forum. I just wanted to say hey.. I hope I posted this in the right section.. if not, mods please feel free to move it.

 

Thanks Brian, keep us posted. Not to jump the gun, but you will most likely be handling any type of group pricing for us too (7th Gen) when the time comes, no?

 

Still waiting for a call... This is getting a little ridiculous.

 

Maybe just call them then?

 

Ya I would do that to see what exactly is taking them so long. If all they need to do is to test fit the product then it should be done by now and ready for the test fitting.

 

I spoke briefly with Ed earlier today and he promised to send an update on the 7th gen intake development project soon, and of course I'll report back, so stay tuned.

Yes, assuming that Cattman and R2C come away from the 6th gen intake group deal as happy partners, we'll be eager to promote the 7th gen system's release and group deal.

Brian

 

Awesome that is great news.. Can't wait for the Group Deal I will be taking off my Stillen Intake for this one.