Akebono BBK comparison
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Akebono BBK comparison
Alright so ive been researching BBKs, mainly Akebono, and i've read that if i were to buy the Akebono 370z set up it would add a good 20+lbs.
I'm guessing thats what this one is, "14" 370Z Sport Brake Rotors"
http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...oducts_id=4626
But what about this one, its got stoptech rotors instead of stock ones. So i'm guessing this would be the better route.
http://www.conceptzperformance.com/C...798.179.13.210
Any thoughts/opinions would be great
I'm guessing thats what this one is, "14" 370Z Sport Brake Rotors"
http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...oducts_id=4626
But what about this one, its got stoptech rotors instead of stock ones. So i'm guessing this would be the better route.
http://www.conceptzperformance.com/C...798.179.13.210
Any thoughts/opinions would be great
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Alright so ive been researching BBKs, mainly Akebono, and i've read that if i were to buy the Akebono 370z set up it would add a good 20+lbs.
I'm guessing thats what this one is, "14" 370Z Sport Brake Rotors"
http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...oducts_id=4626
But what about this one, its got stoptech rotors instead of stock ones. So i'm guessing this would be the better route.
http://www.conceptzperformance.com/C...798.179.13.210
Any thoughts/opinions would be great
I'm guessing thats what this one is, "14" 370Z Sport Brake Rotors"
http://www.z1motorsports.com/350_g35...oducts_id=4626
But what about this one, its got stoptech rotors instead of stock ones. So i'm guessing this would be the better route.
http://www.conceptzperformance.com/C...798.179.13.210
Any thoughts/opinions would be great
Last edited by Waiz; 04-24-2012 at 08:24 PM.
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Thanks for the input all!
I do have another question, I know that people have felt the weight difference when adding the akebonos, so my question is, if i had other weight reduction mods such as, lightweight pulley system (5lbs lighter the stock), lightweight clutch set up(15lbs or more in weight reduction), etc. would the weight from the akebonos cancel out, or since the weight is right at the wheels would i still be able to feel it?
I do have another question, I know that people have felt the weight difference when adding the akebonos, so my question is, if i had other weight reduction mods such as, lightweight pulley system (5lbs lighter the stock), lightweight clutch set up(15lbs or more in weight reduction), etc. would the weight from the akebonos cancel out, or since the weight is right at the wheels would i still be able to feel it?
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Thanks for the input all!
I do have another question, I know that people have felt the weight difference when adding the akebonos, so my question is, if i had other weight reduction mods such as, lightweight pulley system (5lbs lighter the stock), lightweight clutch set up(15lbs or more in weight reduction), etc. would the weight from the akebonos cancel out, or since the weight is right at the wheels would i still be able to feel it?
I do have another question, I know that people have felt the weight difference when adding the akebonos, so my question is, if i had other weight reduction mods such as, lightweight pulley system (5lbs lighter the stock), lightweight clutch set up(15lbs or more in weight reduction), etc. would the weight from the akebonos cancel out, or since the weight is right at the wheels would i still be able to feel it?
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I'd much rather have extra weight just about anywhere besides the brakes/hubs/wheels. Unsprung weight (anything not held up by the springs) is your enemy when trying to get a nimble car.
I've had some pretty quick street cars and never needed anything beyond upgraded pads and rotors with better fluid. I did do stainless lines on one of my old cars, because one of the stock rubber lines was leaking. My point is, unless you're tracking the car then I wouldn't worry about a BBK. Even then, you probably don't need the BBK.
I've had some pretty quick street cars and never needed anything beyond upgraded pads and rotors with better fluid. I did do stainless lines on one of my old cars, because one of the stock rubber lines was leaking. My point is, unless you're tracking the car then I wouldn't worry about a BBK. Even then, you probably don't need the BBK.
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i have always wanted a bbk and they look great, but they are pricey. you would be surprised by what a good set of pads, rotors, and ss lines can do...for about 600 or less with the stoptech stage II kit (not sure if fluid is included in this kit). its a nice upgrade from stock and not that expensive. anyways, good luck with your decision.
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ive pretty much come to the conclusion that im just gonna get some better stock rotors and pads for now. and put my money towards the tt kit im saving up for. as a bbk would mainly be for looks since i dont race or show my car. i may also track the z *someday* and when that day comes ill look again at getting a bbk. i also realized i would want two piece rotors all around and for that i might as well just buy a wilwood or rotora or another 6/4pot
thanks for all your replies everyone.
thanks for all your replies everyone.
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ive pretty much come to the conclusion that im just gonna get some better stock rotors and pads for now. and put my money towards the tt kit im saving up for. as a bbk would mainly be for looks since i dont race or show my car. i may also track the z *someday* and when that day comes ill look again at getting a bbk. i also realized i would want two piece rotors all around and for that i might as well just buy a wilwood or rotora or another 6/4pot
thanks for all your replies everyone.
thanks for all your replies everyone.
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ive pretty much come to the conclusion that im just gonna get some better stock rotors and pads for now. and put my money towards the tt kit im saving up for. as a bbk would mainly be for looks since i dont race or show my car. i may also track the z *someday* and when that day comes ill look again at getting a bbk. i also realized i would want two piece rotors all around and for that i might as well just buy a wilwood or rotora or another 6/4pot
thanks for all your replies everyone.
thanks for all your replies everyone.
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I strongly suggest you stay away from Rotora... and do you really need a 6/4pot set up? Wilwood and Stoptech's are a solid choice. Going FI is going to be expensive so save up and have extra "oh ****" money but it's fun nonetheless.
Just lurk in the classifieds and something good will pop up.
Just lurk in the classifieds and something good will pop up.
Other then to just be able to say i have a 6/4pot no. Which is the main reason im only replacing the rotors/pads right now. and will continue to think about a brake kit..
And once again davidv, thanks for your nonconstructive feedback. we can always count on it, cant we?
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Yup that's my plan. It'll be at least a year before i actually put the tt kit on the car. and probably at least 6months to save money until i buy a kit.
Other then to just be able to say i have a 6/4pot no. Which is the main reason im only replacing the rotors/pads right now. and will continue to think about a brake kit..
And once again davidv, thanks for your nonconstructive feedback. we can always count on it, cant we?
Other then to just be able to say i have a 6/4pot no. Which is the main reason im only replacing the rotors/pads right now. and will continue to think about a brake kit..
And once again davidv, thanks for your nonconstructive feedback. we can always count on it, cant we?
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spending money on mods never ends btw...next thing you will want is a body kit, wheels and tires, suspension, and the list goes on.
save your money...then get a gtr