# AMS: How to tear down a Brand NEW GT-R **URL:** \ **Category:** Shift518 Automotive\ **Created:** [April 9, 2010, 8:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372 "2010-04-09T08:28:20Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 17\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 8:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/1 "2010-04-09T08:28:20Z")
Saw this on one of my other forums and thought it was pretty cool! > ``` > Originally Posted by AutoMotoSports [![http://www.k20a.org/forum/images/buttons/viewpost.gif](http://www.k20a.org/forum/images/buttons/viewpost.gif)](http://www.k20a.org/forum/showthread.php?p=8156855#post8156855) > 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: [http://www.amsperformance.com/blue\_demon.php](http://www.amsperformance.com/blue_demon.php) > and A silver EVO X that got much of the same treatment: [http://www.amsperformance.com/s\_bullet.php](http://www.amsperformance.com/s_bullet.php) > 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: > > > > > > > Quote: > Originally Posted by **AutoMotoSports** > _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_ > > Quote: > Originally Posted by **AutoMotoSports** > _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 ![http://www.k20a.org/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif](http://www.k20a.org/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)**_ _>_ _>_ _> **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_ ---
**Author:** ![kramerbuccs24](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/kramerbuccs24/32/6397_2.png) [@kramerbuccs24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/kramerbuccs24)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 8:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/2 "2010-04-09T08:38:43Z")
I’m subscribed to that thread, looks like its going to be insane. I guess the owner(s) have AMS EVO IX and X track cars to or something along those lines. ---
**Author:** ![ninety1two40](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ninety1two40/32/6332_2.png) [@ninety1two40](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ninety1two40)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 8:39am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/3 "2010-04-09T08:39:25Z")
Damn lol ---
**Author:** ![Ilya](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ilya/32/6404_2.png) [@Ilya](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Ilya)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 8:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/4 "2010-04-09T08:42:52Z")
WOW. Must be a nice job to have, working for AMS. ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 8:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/5 "2010-04-09T08:48:39Z")
Incredible. ---
**Author:** ![KrazyKid](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/krazykid/32/6371_2.png) [@KrazyKid](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/KrazyKid)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 11:10am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/6 "2010-04-09T11:10:07Z")
I am very interested to see what the weight is when its done. ---
**Author:** ![1320-20V](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/1320-20v/32/6474_2.png) [@1320-20V](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1320-20V)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 11:14am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/7 "2010-04-09T11:14:56Z")
Can I get a link to the original thread please? ---
**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 11:19am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/8 "2010-04-09T11:19:02Z")
> [@Need some of NYSpeeds's artistic/cognitive/aesthetic power... v.Lotus Rear Panel](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-some-of-nyspeedss-artistic-cognitive-aesthetic-power-v-lotus-rear-panel/30829/24): > > Can I get a link to the original thread please? [http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/nissan-gtr/206677-ams-gt-r-track-car-build-how-tear-down-brand-new-gt-r.html](http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/nissan-gtr/206677-ams-gt-r-track-car-build-how-tear-down-brand-new-gt-r.html) ---
**Author:** ![Cossey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/3ec8ea/32.png) [@Cossey](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Cossey)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 11:20am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/9 "2010-04-09T11:20:50Z")
Joey, you’re on 6SO? lol ---
**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 11:27am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/10 "2010-04-09T11:27:09Z")
> [@how to get wireless network on laptop](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-to-get-wireless-network-on-laptop/30833/2): > > Joey, you’re on 6SO? lol lol, I browse from time to time when I’m bored. Everyone can dream! :lmao ---
**Author:** ![aldog1330](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/aldog1330/32/6517_2.png) [@aldog1330](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/aldog1330)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 4:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/11 "2010-04-09T16:47:24Z")
Holy shit, I can’t wait to see what they do with that car. ---
**Author:** ![Sully93vr4](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/sully93vr4/32/6278_2.png) [@Sully93vr4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Sully93vr4)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 5:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/12 "2010-04-09T17:15:44Z")
WOW, Thats scary looking… ---
**Author:** ![94Gt5.0](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/94gt5.0/32/6377_2.png) [@94Gt5.0](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/94Gt5.0)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 9:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/13 "2010-04-09T21:59:10Z")
I cant imagine buying that thing new and stripping it down like that lol. Shit it still has all the plastic on it!! ---
**Author:** ![Murrdog9000](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/murrdog9000/32/6391_2.png) [@Murrdog9000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Murrdog9000)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2010, 10:05pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/14 "2010-04-09T22:05:58Z")
I would love to do something like this. ---
**Author:** ![Mark355](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mark355/32/6528_2.png) [@Mark355](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mark355)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2010, 7:36am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/15 "2010-04-10T07:36:21Z")
3900lbs? It’s a truck. ---
**Author:** ![Boxersix](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/boxersix/32/6327_2.png) [@Boxersix](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Boxersix)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2010, 1:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/16 "2010-04-10T13:33:00Z")
> [@94Gt5.0"](#): > > I cant imagine buying that thing new and stripping it down like that lol. Shit it still has all the plastic on it!! nah, trying doing it to a 360 challenge or a Porsche GT3/cup. it’s actually fun knowing you’re stripping this shit for balls out track use. Get’s all sorts of people fired up :lol The AMS guys do some great work. This thing will be nutty. ---
**Author:** ![votblindub](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/votblindub/32/6280_2.png) [@votblindub](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/votblindub)\ **Post date:** [April 11, 2010, 4:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ams-how-to-tear-down-a-brand-new-gt-r/251372/17 "2010-04-11T16:04:51Z")
those dudes are so LUCKY!