:cool: 13" rotor kit using STOCK calipers!
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:cool: 13" rotor kit using STOCK calipers!
Props to Rishie at AutoRnD for pointing this out to me.
http://www.racingbrake.com/350Z_s/2432.htm
It's simple really - just a new bracket to space the caliper further away from the rotor cap and a bada$$ 13" Crossdrilled/Slotted rotor lurking behind your wheel.
http://www.racingbrake.com/350Z_s/2432.htm
It's simple really - just a new bracket to space the caliper further away from the rotor cap and a bada$$ 13" Crossdrilled/Slotted rotor lurking behind your wheel.
Originally Posted by MUZZY
its like $600 for 1 set witch only covers one wheel? so its $2400 for all 4 ? WTF? em I reading it wrong? I would just buy a BBK for that money.
"This Kit Includes:
2 ea. 13" Big alloyed one-piece rotors
2 ea. Extended high strength brackets (CB01)"
Regardless, BBK would seem to be safer. Does anyone have experience with this kit??
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This is one I could find, not sure if it relates. I thought there was another 1 or 2 threads but I only went back 6 months! I havn't personally tried, just remember some peoples reviews.
This is one I could find, not sure if it relates. I thought there was another 1 or 2 threads but I only went back 6 months! I havn't personally tried, just remember some peoples reviews.
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I am running the AP Racing 14.25" 6 piston bbk up front, but still the oem non brembo in back (although it has that half of the stoptech stage II kit). I was thinking about using one of these kits for the rear, just to bump up the rotor size to 13". It would be mainly for looks since the size diference right now looks a little crazy.
I understand not wanting to use one of these for the front and that a real BBK is a better way to go, but what about in back in combination with a BBK? Any thoughts?
EDIT: I read the stoptech article and it touched on this exact situation, but gave a very vague answer that may or may not apply depending on a number of factors:
Given that I'm not looking for all the benefits of a real BBK for the rear (I dont think the Z needs it.. At least I havent on the track, yet), I dont see any reason not to go with one of these kits.
I understand not wanting to use one of these for the front and that a real BBK is a better way to go, but what about in back in combination with a BBK? Any thoughts?
EDIT: I read the stoptech article and it touched on this exact situation, but gave a very vague answer that may or may not apply depending on a number of factors:
Originally Posted by StopTech
A Common Mistake
Note that a common mistake is adding a caliper move-out kit to the rear axle of a car equipped with a properly-balanced, front-axle-only big brake kit. Unfortunately, adding a caliper move-out kit to the rear could affect vehicle stability under braking in certain applications. This is especially of concern if the big brake kit was engineered to adjust the brake bias slightly rearward, as StopTech sometimes does in order to exploit an opportunity for improved performance revealed by thorough track testing.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a properly engineered caliper move-out kit can provide some real performance benefits at an affordable price. However, caliper move-out kits fall far short of achieving many of the advantages of a properly-engineered big brake system.
Note that a common mistake is adding a caliper move-out kit to the rear axle of a car equipped with a properly-balanced, front-axle-only big brake kit. Unfortunately, adding a caliper move-out kit to the rear could affect vehicle stability under braking in certain applications. This is especially of concern if the big brake kit was engineered to adjust the brake bias slightly rearward, as StopTech sometimes does in order to exploit an opportunity for improved performance revealed by thorough track testing.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a properly engineered caliper move-out kit can provide some real performance benefits at an affordable price. However, caliper move-out kits fall far short of achieving many of the advantages of a properly-engineered big brake system.
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^^ I discussed this point with Rishie and we both agree - however, if you don't have the "need" for a BBK (i.e. you don't track the car) and you don't feel like pissing away $3k+, then I think this looks like a good alternative. I have not read the articles/threads above yet, and I'm not trying to side with this either way - I just think it's a good idea if properly engineered and a helluva lot less expesive than a true bbk. I'll read the other articles after I eat dinner. 
Originally Posted by redlude97
why not upgrade to 06+ Z/05+ G35C brakes with are already ~12.5" and use dual piston calipers?
Another option is to go with the OEM brembo rears. 2 piston fixed caliper and a 13" rotor. I've seen them go for about $750 on here and they are probably the most aesthetically pleasing solution short of going with a true BBK in back, especially if you color match them to your front calipers.
Decisions, decisions...