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By Marshall on 06/02/2008

2008 WRX – Catback Exhaust

Our catback exhaust system is now available for the 2008 WRX (5-door). Fully constructed from high grade 304 Stainless Steel, and TIG welded for amazing fit and finish. Personally, I think it sounds amazing and looks fantastic. Not too flashy as to get unwanted attention, but definitely with more of a performance look than the stock part. You hear that deep boxer exhaust note but it doesn’t start to drone...

Mazdaspeed3 AccessPORT…

After much anticipation, the AccessPORT is now available for the Mazdaspeed3. Aside from purely a performance standpoint, the...

Long Beach Grand Prix…

Recently Toyo invited us out to the Long Beach Grand Prix to display a few of our cars...

Gillman WRX : Import Reactor…

If you haven’t noticed, I’m just a LITTLE behind on updating our blog. Things have been a little...

GT-R (R35) Auto-x runs…

While out at the Performance Nissan event, Billy took the COBB GT-R out on the Auto-x course for...

By Marshall on 04/08/2008

Performance Nissan Meet

On the road again… This past weekend Dave, Joe and Billy went to the Performance Nissan meet out in San Bernardino, CA. Many thanks to Andy and the rest of the Performance Nissan/MyNismo.com crew for hosting the event. It was a great time and a good opportunity to get to know more Nissan enthusiasts. Nissan even brought out one of their North American-spec GT-R test vehicles for display. It’s too...

GT-R (R35) ECU Testing…

As we’ve been progressing with our R35 ECU development, Daryl @ JSpec Connect was kind enough to let...

Mazdaspeed3 : Time Attack Vide…

Click on the images below to launch videos of our own Billy Brooks piloting the COBB Mazdaspeed3 to...

Redline Time Attack – Rd…

Last weekend some of the COBB team headed out to Buttonwillow raceway to take part in the first...

By Marshall on 04/04/2008

COBB (R35) GT-R

This car is the ultimate challenge because it’s just so good from the factory… I have long been a fan of the model and have been very fortunate to have, at one time or another, owned everything from a Hakosuka and Kenmeri, to a BNR32 and on to now the R35. If you can make it out to the GT Live here in Utah, we’ve arranged with fellow GT-R enthusiasts...

COBB G37…

Just a quick shot of our G37S demo car. A lot of work is going into this at...

The ‘uncrackable’ …

Some claims had been made to suggest the new Nissan GT-R ECU was encrypted and ‘uncrackable’. Well folks,...

Mazdaspeed3 vs Mazdaspeed6…

We corner weighed our Mazdaspeed3 and a customer’s Mazdaspeed6 recently. Both are obviously completely different cars targeted at...

GT-R (R35) High Flow Cats…

The new GT-R is a hard car to improve on. Nissan has really carefully thought through nearly every...

By Marshall on 03/17/2008

AccessPORT : Virtual Dyno feature

This feature is still in beta, but it’s coming along very nicely.Â Using a complex algorithm originally derived from a SAE paper we referenced, the AccessPORT can datalog key parameters from your ECU as you drive to determine peak HP and Torque (at the wheels).Â This takes into account everything from different gear ratios, Lose Weight Exercises, and aerodynamic profiles of the various vehicles we support.Â Initially it’ll be available...

SF Intake Air Box Testing…

We’ve had a few requests for us to post data regarding some testing we’ve performed on our SF...

EVO X : More prototypes…

Progress continues to be made on our EVO X line of products.Â Below is a picture of our...

2008 STi + AP : 12.48 @ 112 mp…

Recently we caught wind of a 2008 Stage 2 STi that ran 12.48 in the 1/4 mile using...

By Marshall on 03/12/2008

2008 WRX Suspension Video

So I’m a little behind on blog posts, sorry! We recently released our suspension upgrades for the 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX. To demonstrate how our solutions perform, we invited local driving phenom (and celebrity – Setup on SpeedTV) Matt Guiver to take our 2008 WRX out on track and give us feedback on both the stock WRX and each component and combination of our suspension package. Below is the video...

EVO X : Turbo Inlet…

We just finished up the first article of our turbo inlet for the new EVO X.Â This is...

R35 Intake Prototyping…

Our engineering staff has been quite busy developing product for the new R35 GT-R.Â Josh and Eric have...

’08 STI : 568 WHP 579 TQ…

Al from Dyno Flash recently posted dyno results on NASIOC for their ICS / Dyno Flash ’08 STI...

RX-8 AccessPORT is shipping!…

After much anticipation, the AccessPORT has been released for the Mazda RX-8.Â If there is one thing the...

By Marshall on 02/29/2008

EVO X : Intake Testing

A few posts ago we showed some pictures of our EVO X and various parts under development. With the engine finally fully broken in now, we were able to do some testing and finalize the design of a few parts including our SF Intake. Below is a dyno graph of our results from the SF Intake testing. Most of the gains come by way of leaning out the A/F mixture....

R35 Dyno Results…

As you may know, we’re NOT a fan of running a car at full load on the dyno...

R35 on the scales…

And the verdict is…. 3825.6 lbs.Â 10 gallons of fuel.Â Keep in mind this is a Japanese version,...

Best R35 Manual Illustration…

Please don’t rice out your GT-R.Â Â (Yes, this is actually in the manual) Someone needs to turn this...

By Marshall on 02/28/2008

R35 has arrived

Our R35 GT-R arrived early this morning. We’ll post more info shortly, it’s going on the scales now and then on to the dyno. COBB GT-R Picture #2 COBB GT-R Picture #3 COBB GT-R Picture #4 COBB GT-R Picture #5 COBB GT-R Picture #6 COBB GT-R Picture #7 [Updated with more pics] COBB GT-R Picture #8 COBB GT-R Picture #9 COBB GT-R Picture #10 COBB GT-R Picture #11 COBB GT-R...

R35 Manuals…

In my opinion, Japanese car manuals have the BEST illustrations. Here are a few memorable ones from the...

COBB’s GT-R (R35) –…

As you know with the previous post, we have a new GT-R (R35). Here are the pictures of...

Cat’s out of the bag : C…

[This is a long post, hang in there] I’ve been harboring a secret from you all for a...

Composites Department…

We’re starting our own in-house composite department in order to produce our own line of composite parts. To...

By Marshall on 02/14/2008

EVO X – Catback prototype cat-back

Josh and team have been working hard on our new EVO X exhaust system. After polling many people, and a lot of internal discussion, we decided on the ‘quad tip’ style as it fit the look of the new EVO and would be a bit different from the 4″ round duals everyone seems to be doing. I really love how this setup flows with the lines of the rear bumper....

’02-07 WRX/STi SF Intake…

Our much anticipated cool air box for our SF Intake is now available. It will be up on...

2008 WRX Sports Springs…

Debuted at SEMA, our Sports Springs for the 2008 WRX are now available and shipping. Check out the...

Gillman Subaru’s “…

Recently Gillman Subaru, in Houston Texas, put on a huge Subaru enthusiast get-together. We were excited to be...

By Marshall on 02/07/2008

2008 STi – AccessPORT Mapping Released

Today we released our own calibrations for the 2008 STi. If you already own an AccessPORT (part# AP-SUB-003), just download the firmware update and you’ll be ready to install. If you’ve driven a 2008 STi, you’ll know how much the car desperately needs a tune. The power delivery from the stock tune is choppy and inconsistent. With the our mapping, not only do you get more power but it’s SMOOTH...

RX-8 AccessPORT – Teaser…

It’s going to be a busy month. The Mazda RX-8 AccessPORT is near completion. It’s off to beta...

AccessPORT Update v1.2.4.1 (US…

We recently released a new firmware update for the North American model Subaru AccessPORT. A lot of good...

Tuning Japan…

A little behind on posting this but the upcoming release of the AccessPORT in Japan reminded me of...

Mazdaspeed6 Intake Development…

Not wanting to give all our attention to it’s little brother, the Mazdaspeed3, we decided to finish up...

By Marshall on 02/04/2008

Breaking in new engines

Justin and Billy spent a good portion of their weekend on the dyno helping to break in our new demo cars; the 2008 STi and 2008 EVO X. The cars are run on the dyno to regularly vary load and engine RPM. Admittedly, we’re a bit anal about properly breaking in the engines for our development vehicles. And why not be? Plus, it won’t stop #*&^#@$ snowing here in Utah...

Random Pics of the day…

Forza2 Cars…

We recently posted how you can run COBB logos in the latest NFS ProStreet. After doing so, some...

STC Championship…

Many of you may not know this, but we manage a racing series known as the Super Tuner...

By Marshall on 01/29/2008

New Mackin Ad

Check it out, our G37 is featured in Mackin’s latest ad for the sexy Volk Racing GT30 wheels. Click here for larger image. Thank you, Steve!

Koutsu Anzen Omamori…

Something wicked this way comes… That’s the only hint I’ll give. To protect it on its journey, I...

EVO X – Prototyping…

Work continues on our EVO X. While the software guys are busy hacking away at the ECU, our...

Jones Soda…

Not too long ago one of our customers, who just so happens to work at Jones Soda, sent...

2008 STi – On the Scales…

We had a local 2008 STi in for AccessPORT mapping testing (thanks you know who!) and decided to...

By Marshall on 01/22/2008

2008 EVO X Development Car

On Monday night (Jan 21) we picked up a new R&D car, a wicked white EVO X GSR (5-speed). As seen in previous blog entries here, we’ve been ramping up and anticipating our opportunity to develop parts and tuning for the all new EVO. Of course before we get started, all the control data must be first collected. Changing parts for the sake of changing parts isn’t our specialty, we...

Dave’s adventures @ Auto…

One of our engineers, Dave Benson, recently attended the Autosport International Show in the UK. Our friends at...

Tokyo Auto Salon – 2008…

This week COBB employees are spread across three different continents. Aside from our operations in Utah, Dave Benson...

Need For Speed ProStreet…

If you’re like me, you’re into racing and driving games. And if you’re like me, you actually remember...

By Marshall on 01/03/2008

2008 G37S – Demo Car

We’ve had a few people requesting that we post more pictures of the 2008 Infiniti G37S that we had in our booth at SEMA. So, here they are. First, a quick list of what’s currently on the car and in development. AccessPORT handheld ECU programmer (in development) COBB 304SS Cat-back exhaust system COBB 304SS High-Flow Cat pipes COBB SF Dual Intakes w/ Heat Shields COBB Sports Springs (non-production “show” ride...

Japan Trip : Part Two – …

For the second half of my trip to Japan, I’d scheduled some testing at Cusco’s R&D facility in...

Japan Trip : Part One – …

This week I’m in Japan to perform some AccessPORT R&D and testing in preparation for its release to...

More EVO : Exhausts…

Here are a few of our EVO VIII/IX cat-back exhausts being prepped. We offer our system to work...

ECU Hacking : EVO X…

We just so happened to get our hands on a brand spanking new ECU out of none other...

By Marshall on 11/05/2007

SEMA 2007 – Wrap up

SEMA 2007 is finally over and we’ve thankfully survived another year. This year we wanted the focus to be placed on the innovative and high quality products we develop, rather than some random race project. Overall, I think it was highly successful. In addition to some of the new product concepts we unveiled, the other big news we had to announce was our recent partnership with the MSD Performance group...

Warp Core Breach…

The crew enjoying a few adult beverages at Quark’s Bar in the Hilton.Â These have become a bit...

SEMA 2007 – Day 1 &…

We’ve survived the first half of SEMA. It’s been a blast so far with a LOT of traffic...

SEMA Setup…

It’s finally the eve of the SEMA show opening and fortunately everything is set up and ready. We’ve...

By Marshall on 10/25/2007

Preparing for SEMA – Teaser

A little teaser for you. This is a concept product, not yet slated for production. Any guesses what it is???

Preparing for SEMA – Maz…

An interesting bit of trivia… so far this month our SF Intake for the Mazdaspeed3 has been more...

Preparing for SEMA – 200…

For this year’s SEMA show, we plan on displaying a Infiniti (Nissan) vehicle along side our new Subaru...

Preparing for SEMA – 200…

Such a love-hate relationship I have with the SEMA show. I guess the same could be said for...

Subaru EZ30R Pro Series Engine…

We’ve recently started building more and more of these, so I thought we should share some build pics....

By Marshall on 10/23/2007

Welcome to our blog…

Yes, the time has come. We now have our own blog. Here we’ll post up the normal happenings as they occur around here at COBB. Our hope is that you’ll come away with a better idea of who we are, what we do, and why. So sit back, enjoy, and check back often!

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Mazdaspeed3 : Time Attack Vide…

Redline Time Attack – Rd…

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The ‘uncrackable’ …

Mazdaspeed3 vs Mazdaspeed6…

GT-R (R35) High Flow Cats…

AccessPORT : Virtual Dyno feature

SF Intake Air Box Testing…

EVO X : More prototypes…

2008 STi + AP : 12.48 @ 112 mp…

2008 WRX Suspension Video

EVO X : Turbo Inlet…

R35 Intake Prototyping…

’08 STI : 568 WHP 579 TQ…

RX-8 AccessPORT is shipping!…

EVO X : Intake Testing

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R35 on the scales…

Best R35 Manual Illustration…

R35 has arrived

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Cat’s out of the bag : C…

Composites Department…

EVO X – Catback prototype cat-back

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2008 WRX Sports Springs…

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2008 STi – AccessPORT Mapping Released

RX-8 AccessPORT – Teaser…

AccessPORT Update v1.2.4.1 (US…

Tuning Japan…

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Random Pics of the day…

Forza2 Cars…

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Koutsu Anzen Omamori…

EVO X – Prototyping…

Jones Soda…

2008 STi – On the Scales…

2008 EVO X Development Car

Dave’s adventures @ Auto…

Tokyo Auto Salon – 2008…

Need For Speed ProStreet…

2008 G37S – Demo Car

Japan Trip : Part Two – …

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More EVO : Exhausts…

ECU Hacking : EVO X…

SEMA 2007 – Wrap up

Warp Core Breach…

SEMA 2007 – Day 1 &…

SEMA Setup…

Preparing for SEMA – Teaser

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Preparing for SEMA – 200…

Subaru EZ30R Pro Series Engine…

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