mzack

Stillen just informed me that they came out with a six rib pulley system about a month ago ($390). Anyone have this or considering it to replace the 4 rib you now have? They say it will fix the pulley/belt problems.

TTRANK

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Wow, no, I did not hear about this.

I never had any problems with my 4-rib but it would be nice to help belt life.

Triple8Sol

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No, I haven't heard anything about it. Sounds like a good idea. Hopefully they incorporate that as a standard part of their kits.

WA2GOOD

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Yeah, I have heard about it, and I like the idea, its about time.

mzack

I just bought the set of belts so I may do it later in the summer or when these belts start to scream.

pay

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i was at stillen today my buddy got his upgraded to the 6rib

mzack

Post some pic. or have him do it. Was it $390 and what exactly does the 6 rib do for the car. I am debating wether or not to buy the setup but I do not understand what the benefit will be.

BlackSpec02

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Im curious about more info too!! Subscribing! Pics if anyone can get em!

superchargedg

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the benefit is a wider belt therefor less belt slippage,and less belt slippage means more boost and the belt last,s longer.

BlackSpec02

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I wonder if there is any chance that the 6 rib is harder to turn and robs power?

wilric44

I am having it installed on my z, should have it tomorrow. Here are some pics.

superchargedg

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damn that means i have to take off the blower and upper plenum again. oh well its only $400 bucks.i do like this idea though.

wilric44

Yep, I am having the Stage IV installed at the same time so it going to be hard to tell if there is any gain or lost.

WA2GOOD

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Good question, but it will not likely have any negative effect on power.

BlackSpec02

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Wow, wonder why all that is new and the old stuff has to come off... didn't think it would be that involved.

nateg35

I had on mine for over 3 months...everything seems fine...haven't had to tighten the belt yet

wilric44

Stillen says the new plenum adds more room for the pulleys. It seats the supercharger back further.

I did not get the car back, dealer cannot get one of the pulleys out. I guess they lack tools or something. They did a good job with the initial install so I am not worried just anxious.

BlackSpec02

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Definitley post some close up pictures and full engine bay pics once you get it back!

mgtibbetts

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Holy crap. just noticed mine has the 6 rib. still finishing up install. here's some pics.

wilric44

I have a question concerning the Stage 4. Does the stage 4 burn more gas? It seems that I am getting like 10 or 11 miles to the gallon. Is it possible to adjust the fuel injector on the Stage 4? If I am over 70 I burn gas like crazy, I had to look in the mirror to see if I had a fuel leak.