Don't actually need BIG BRAKES just want the look
#21
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What I like about UZ, he's been straight up the whole thred. Not lying or deceiving, just says what he means.
I value honesty.
I value honesty.
#22
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Saw them on eBay for like $15. Caliper covers are out of the question at this point though. Brembo calipers seem to be about $800 for four (used). When it comes to brake changes, rotors and pads, how much is the brake change going to run me? Will any rotor/pad work with the new calipers? Will I have to change my lines when I install the new Calipers?
I'm trying to make sure that I can afford the brembos and the maintenance costs.
I'm trying to make sure that I can afford the brembos and the maintenance costs.
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UZ_ (09-01-2015)
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Thank you so much, really made my day. I don't know what I said that provoked you to say that but I'm not questioning it. Truth is, I'm not here to brag and front on an internet forums. I love my z as much as the next guy and my situation financially and logistically is what it is so no need to try to cover it up. thank you again!
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what sold me is you can walk into any nissan dealership right now and purchase an akebono kit with everything minus the bracket.. while the brembo not so much. but hey each his own.
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Don't actually need BIG BRAKES just want the look
Originally Posted by cincysilvias14
what sold me is you can walk into any nissan dealership right now and purchase an akebono kit with everything minus the bracket.. while the brembo not so much. but hey each his own.
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Don't actually need BIG BRAKES just want the look
My akebonos are sexy as hell.. Bought them used off of a 19k mile G, I cant say anything bad about either set up, but the akebonos are physically bigger with a bigger rotor an to me looks perfect behind the factory 18" wheel
#30
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Thank you so much, really made my day. I don't know what I said that provoked you to say that but I'm not questioning it. Truth is, I'm not here to brag and front on an internet forums. I love my z as much as the next guy and my situation financially and logistically is what it is so no need to try to cover it up. thank you again!
Some folk come here fresh, telling lies about their wants/needs/ budget asking for help.
It is refreshing when you come in here honestly saying you want a cosmetic change. Looks like the boys were pretty fair with you, and you've got several options to chase.
Good luck, man. Post up after pics, too!
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UZ_ (09-03-2015)
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The Akebono set-up is great for the cost. If you have the money, I would definitely recommend going that route. You may not think you need the extra braking power, but you certainly will not complain about it. Upgraded brakes will only improve your driving experience. On top of that, they will look great - significantly better than spraying the stock OEM brakes. My $.02. Good luck.
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#33
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The Akebono set-up is great for the cost. If you have the money, I would definitely recommend going that route. You may not think you need the extra braking power, but you certainly will not complain about it. Upgraded brakes will only improve your driving experience. On top of that, they will look great - significantly better than spraying the stock OEM brakes. My $.02. Good luck.
It's cosmetic junk, IMO. Who wants to call attention to wimpy brakes just to make a fashion statement?
Go big or leave 'em plain. You'll find that after a week, you'll be bored. Where I live, I see "BBKs" all the time - both real and faux. Call me jaded if you must...
This is dreamy....
This not so much.
Devalued - but solicited - $.02....
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UZ_ (09-03-2015)
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One of the best aesthetic upgrades I did to my Z was to install a set of lightly used OEM Brembos. If I remember correctly I bought them for $900 which was about the going rate (which did not include rotors). By the time I bought rotors and paid for installating including stainless lines and new brake fluid I was probably all-in around $1500. Not bad all in all. I have no regrets.
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not to rip seller or anything but just the front set of brembo on here for 600 used. https://my350z.com/forum/brakes/6064...dware-kit.html
just my .02 on this
just my .02 on this
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rockautoparts actually has rebuilt Brembo's for $310/pair shipped, core charges included, and I know because I got a set as spares two weeks ago. They're bare aluminum, so you'd have to paint or powder coat them, but pistons and hardware are all new, so all you need is pads and lines. I'd get them while they're available, as they often don't have cores. They sometimes have rears, too, but they're a little more expensive. If you buy the rears, you also need new mounting bolts from Nissan.
If anyone's interested, I've got a brand new set of front Stoptech pads for sale the classifieds, too.
If anyone's interested, I've got a brand new set of front Stoptech pads for sale the classifieds, too.