1nate7

iTrader: (19)

I have done some aggressive street driving and the stock brakes are not getting the job done. They are ok for quick stops, but start to fade pretty quick during continuous hard stops. I need a set-up thats good for a track day or two every year, and lots of aggressive driving on twisty backroads.

I am considering 2 set-ups, both of which will run around $2k.

1. Brembos with DOT 4 fluid/appropriate pads and use stock 17" wheels.
2. Stoptech Stage 2 stock upgrade (4 rotors/pads/SS lines/fluid) and 17" x 9" +27 MB Motorsports Competition wheels with 275/40/17 tires.

Advantages of option 1: Brembos look much nicer, larger rotors to help dissipate heat.
Advantages of option 2: Wheels are lighter, wider, more aggressive offset, and IMO look better than stock.

Any thoughts on this and which would you choose if you were in my position? I had Brembos on my G35 and was very happy with how they performed. I would really like to hear from the Stoptech stage 2 owners how this package holds up on the track.

Cux350z

iTrader: (162)

it is my understanding that the brembos dont fit on stock 17 inch rims. So x out your first option.

also try a ceramic pad, i hear they bite harder, alot less fade and arent very expensive(150 for the full set). they do squeek alot though.

1nate7

iTrader: (19)

Actually, they do fit.

I thought the only advantage to ceramic pads was less dust. Thanks for the input, but I think its going to take a lot more than a pad change to get what I am looking for.

Cux350z

iTrader: (162)

when did the brembos start fitting the oem 17's?

just read that they clear, even w/o spacers! ive heard so long that they didnt!