Ceejay29 Posted January 27, 2014 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
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 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
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 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
Adrian@TORQEN Posted January 27, 2014 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
R35LEE Posted January 27, 2014 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
N9JAH Posted January 27, 2014 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
Ceejay29 Posted January 27, 2014 Author 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
HaydnH Posted January 30, 2014 Posted January 30, 2014 If you do decide to go the GT Brembo route I believe Abbey still have my full set. Quote
Ceejay29 Posted February 11, 2014 Author 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
GIXXERUK Posted February 12, 2014 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
grahamc Posted February 23, 2014 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
WhackyWill Posted February 23, 2014 Posted February 23, 2014 Seems a sensible upgrade, always need good stopping power. 1 Quote
GIXXERUK Posted February 23, 2014 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
R35LEE Posted February 23, 2014 Posted February 23, 2014 Way better braking and the bigger discs look better inside the wheels Quote
KyleR Posted February 23, 2014 Posted February 23, 2014 So how much would all 4 corners cost with brackets and anything else needed, Lee? Quote
Ceejay29 Posted March 3, 2014 Author 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
GIXXERUK Posted March 3, 2014 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
Dynamic Turtle Posted March 3, 2014 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
KyleR Posted March 4, 2014 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
Ceejay29 Posted March 4, 2014 Author 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
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