Ceejay29 Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 I am getting much closer to upgrading the poor JDM brake setup on the 350, ideally I would like a BBK but funds may not stretch this far. Tempted by the GT Brembo's although I fancy something different to the norm. I am currently leaning towards a 370z brake kit although I know very little about their brake setup...Do all 370's have Akebono brakes, or is this a further upgrade again? Has anybody fitted an Akebono brake kit to a 350? Thanks CJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 370z GT has the big Akebono sports brake. I think you need the front bracket from 370z to 350z All options listed here, have a look: http://www.conceptzperformance.com/Cart/items.php?Car_Type=350Z&car_cat=Brakes&CA=24&UID=2014012706370881.149.15.181 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 And here also: http://my350z.com/forum/brakes/414298-new-nissan-370z-akebono-14-big-brake-kit-for-03-08-350z-kits-start-at-1200-a.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted January 27, 2014 Author Share Posted January 27, 2014 Exciting times. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 If you're tight on budget you can still go for the Brembo's. http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/74833-for-sale-brembo-gt-red-calipers-for-350z-gt/ To be honest, unless you're planning a big supercharger / turbo install, makes no sense to upgrade to BBK, save some money for other upgrades Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 Hi Ceejay, I have 2 complete sets of the Akebono callipers boxed, you just need a conversion bracket for the fronts which I am just ordering from the states this week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N9JAH Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 I been to my local garage about new pads for my 2011 370Z GT they have suggest Apex pads. Is a good suggestion or am better staying with OEM parts which I though were Brembo's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted January 27, 2014 Author Share Posted January 27, 2014 Hi Ceejay, I have 2 complete sets of the Akebono callipers boxed, you just need a conversion bracket for the fronts which I am just ordering from the states this week Lee, I will be calling you to discuss options as soon as funds permit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 No problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnH Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 If you do decide to go the GT Brembo route I believe Abbey still have my full set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share Posted February 11, 2014 Will I require 350 or 370 brake lines for the Akebono conversion? Hopefully the former as they are much cheaper although its more likely to be the latter as it is a 370 brake kit Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GIXXERUK Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Will I require 350 or 370 brake lines for the Akebono conversion? Hopefully the former as they are much cheaper although its more likely to be the latter as it is a 370 brake kit Thanks Pm r35lee he will know as he has dealt with the brembo and akebono 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 Hi Ceejay, I have 2 complete sets of the Akebono callipers boxed, you just need a conversion bracket for the fronts which I am just ordering from the states this week I have one of these sets from Lee.... waiting to fit now. Cannot recommend him enough, great help and super fast delivery! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 Seems a sensible upgrade, always need good stopping power. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 (edited) Seems a sensible upgrade, always need good stopping power. I Find the akebono much more progressive than the brembo (more feel) Edited February 23, 2014 by GIXXERUK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 Way better braking and the bigger discs look better inside the wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 So how much would all 4 corners cost with brackets and anything else needed, Lee? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 Will PM you in the morning mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Looking good Gixxeruk. I have invested in some, Lee has been very helpful. Did you powdercoat/spray yours? I am tempted to do the same, do you know what extra cost I should factor in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Looking good Gixxeruk. I have invested in some, Lee has been very helpful. Did you powdercoat/spray yours? I am tempted to do the same, do you know what extra cost I should factor in? Hi, I sprayed them with hammerite smooth spray, very light thin coats to build the colour, allow each coat to dry and don't rush, I've used this on my last 3 cars, the last was a 911 I had for 4yrs and they still looked as good 3yrs after I sprayed them It doesn't crack or fade I can give you a contact for the akebono decals if you are using them, I was torn between black or white decals Hth Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamic Turtle Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 If you're tight on budget you can still go for the Brembo's. http://www.350z-uk.c...rs-for-350z-gt/ To be honest, unless you're planning a big supercharger / turbo install, makes no sense to upgrade to BBK, save some money for other upgrades Some interesting advice there... Incidentally I'm surprised to see that you don't need to alter any of the brake hydraulics replacing the JDMs with a different / larger brake kit. Also why do 350z "big brake kits" not come with increased rotor diameter and 4-pots for the rears? They all seem to be front-only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 If you're tight on budget you can still go for the Brembo's. http://www.350z-uk.c...rs-for-350z-gt/ To be honest, unless you're planning a big supercharger / turbo install, makes no sense to upgrade to BBK, save some money for other upgrades Some interesting advice there... Incidentally I'm surprised to see that you don't need to alter any of the brake hydraulics replacing the JDMs with a different / larger brake kit. Also why do 350z "big brake kits" not come with increased rotor diameter and 4-pots for the rears? They all seem to be front-only. Usually 6/8 pot fronts and 4 pot rears. It's just usually the fronts that people do first as they're more important. I'm pretty sure most of the main BBKs come front and rear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceejay29 Posted March 4, 2014 Author Share Posted March 4, 2014 (edited) Looking good Gixxeruk. I have invested in some, Lee has been very helpful. Did you powdercoat/spray yours? I am tempted to do the same, do you know what extra cost I should factor in? Hi, I sprayed them with hammerite smooth spray, very light thin coats to build the colour, allow each coat to dry and don't rush, I've used this on my last 3 cars, the last was a 911 I had for 4yrs and they still looked as good 3yrs after I sprayed them It doesn't crack or fade I can give you a contact for the akebono decals if you are using them, I was torn between black or white decals Hth Paul You make it sound so simple Paul, they look great, I think I will give it a go. Akebono decals would be super.....oooo black Edited March 4, 2014 by Ceejay29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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