DIY: Akebono BBK Installation on 03-07 G/Z

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Old 04-23-2010, 09:38 PM
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I'd love to do this, but I'm pretty certain that my winter wheels will prevent me from doing this. Will this fit over the OEM Sedan Sport wheels?

I doubt it will, but would be AWESOME if they did.
 
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Old 04-30-2010, 08:37 PM
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im in the middle of this install now, and found that 2 of the pins were longer than the others. has anyone else ran into this problem? idk what i should do...
 
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Old 04-30-2010, 09:13 PM
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gizmo- do you have the front set only, or the front and backs? You should have 4 longer pins, 2 for each front caliper, and 4 shorter pins, 2 for each of the rear calipers (if you have the rears as well).
 
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Old 04-30-2010, 10:25 PM
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im in the middle of this install now, and found that 2 of the pins were longer than the others. has anyone else ran into this problem? idk what i should do...
where did you purchase your akebono kit from?
 
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where can i get this kit.....link please thanks
 
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Old 11-03-2010, 11:36 AM
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I just want the front Calipers/Rotors on my G but i have the 17 Stock Chrome Wheels. Will they fit inside?

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Old 11-03-2010, 01:21 PM
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^ most likely, no.

The inner barrel on some 18's won't even clear it.
 
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Old 11-03-2010, 01:37 PM
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damn , ill jsut go with the Brembos then
 
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Old 11-03-2010, 06:47 PM
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damn , ill jsut go with the Brembos then
Why upgrade brakes before wheels?...

If you are interested in wheels that do clear, look at pics in my profile and let me know if you are interested...
 
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Old 11-03-2010, 06:58 PM
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does anyone sells these kits anymore?
 
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Old 11-03-2010, 11:22 PM
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Why upgrade brakes before wheels?...

If you are interested in wheels that do clear, look at pics in my profile and let me know if you are interested...
i like to keep my car OEM. Plus no money to buy wheels and a BBK, only BBK
 
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Old 11-05-2010, 09:08 PM
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I have couple sets of brackets laying around that I'm trying to get rid of.
 
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hey i have a question, when using the two person method i should have someone pump the brakes and hold it while i drain the old fluid and have the mc stayed at full? how do i know when to stop draining the fluid and how will i know when the new fluid replaces the old?
 
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Did you ever end up weighing the OEM brakes?
 
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I'm using Project U pads but it didn't come with shims. Do I need them and if so where can I get them for these pads. Should they have come with them?
 


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