Salman

Finally got my brake discs/pads/hoses done (DBA T2 / Hawks Ceramics / Hosetechnik). Massive thanks to Ross at Japex in Kings Langley. While I was getting the brakes replaced also got some other bits and bobs done. Quality job for a fraction of what my Nissan garage charges. My exhaust is next - goes without saying I will be going back to Japex. Anyone thinking about the brake combo I used, I have experienced no issues (noise, dust etc.) and the brakes are sweet.

Got my DBA T2 discs, Hawk Performance Ceramic pads and Hosetechnik brake hose kit. Market-beating pricing (I looked hard for the best prices on quality items and I couldn't find that sort of a deal from another supplier), next day delivery, fantastic customer service, very pleasant and helpful folks to deal with - can a customer ask for anything more! I am very grateful to Ewen for his valuable advice in choosing my brake kit for my specific usage - what a gentleman. That actually has more value to me as a customer than the competitive pricing. I am pretty sure I'm going to be a long term customer of Clark Motorsport.

Will do mate, thanks.

Thanks for the offer Bradders. I live in Bow. I have some other work that needs doing so will get quotes from one of the garages recommended here, and if they charge me an arm and a leg, will definitely get in touch.

mrt, mate did you get the Hawk ceramic pads fitted on your 07 HR? How do they compare with the stock pads in your experience - do you get the same sort of "bite" or are they feel less "immediate" than the stock ones?

Sound advice mikejbry. Though hoping I will get a good price quoted for the work so that it is done by a professional - I wouldn't know where to begin with any squeaking brakes after replacement .

I'm in East London but easy for me to jump on to the M25 and get to them. They certainly seem like good guys, based on everyone's reviews.

Thanks for the welcome WhackyWill. I think its safe to say I am not going to use the words "Mr." and "Clutch" in the same sentence again if I have any respect for my Z . And thanks for recommending Japex.

longsh07, mrt, veeg33, thank you for your input. I am really leaning towards the DBA option, most likely with the Hawk pads, though I will check out Stoptech discs as well as they seem to be cheaper. longsh07, a special thank you for recommending Abbey Motorsport - Oxted is literally half an hour drive and very easy for me to get to.

Hi. I need to replace all 4 brake disc and pads on my 53 reg 350z coupe (I believe it is the UK Track model as it has Brembo brakes, leather, BOSE stereo, ESP button). The Nissan dealership (Ancaster) says it will cost me £1800 to replace with like-for-like Nissan-supplied discs/pads including labour which seems quote expensive. A garage in London (Mr. Clutch chain of garages) said they will do parts and labour for £700 all in, but they will use ADL Blueprint discs/pads. The guy said he may consider Pagit but he was really pushing me towards ADL Blueprint. I don't know if ADL Blueprint are any good, and whether they are even Brembo spec. The guy said the only difference between Brembo and non-Brembo systems on the 350Z is the Brembo callipers, no difference between discs or pads - somehow that doesn't sound right! I asked both garages if they will consider fitting pads/discs of my choice - both said they will but if the brakes squeal after fitting they will turn me away. I use the car on the road, not track, but want good brakes as I do like putting the foot down sometimes...within speed limits of course )). So something at least as good as my stock Brembos. I imagine you get what you pay for but its not clear if something way cheaper would be way inferior. For example I can get 4 x Pagid "Brembo system" discs/pads from Euro Car Parts for £285. Or I could get the Brembo-branded set for around £850 [brembo part numbers 09.8485.11 (front disc), 09.7356.21 (rear disc), P56047 (front pad) and P56048 (rear pad)]. Would there be a big difference in performance/longevity? I would be grateful if anyone can answer (some of) the questions below: 1. How do ADL Blueprint and Pagit discs/pads compare to the stock Nissan Brembo discs/pads? Are ADL Blueprint or Pagit even the right discs/pads for the Brembo system? 2. Are my Nissan stock discs/pads actually made by Brembo (my dealership will not tell me)? If so, would the Brembo branded ones for the 350Z be an exact replacement? 3. Should I consider something else? DBA T3s with Ferodo DS2500 or Hawk Ceramic pads seem to be recommended on forums and cost less than Brembo... 4. Does anyone know of any garages near London (happy to travel if just outside London) who will fit custom brakes AND take ownership of the quality of their work? Thanks Sal