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Old 01-15-2011, 06:58 PM
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non brembo brake upgrade help

alright I am a complete newb when it comes to these cars so please bare with me, I currently own an 03 coupe non brembo package, was recently told that my rear brakes are getting low. Instead of just changing out the pads for oem ones I was wondering if there was a way to upgrade the brakes without going big brake kit, I am looking for something cost effective that will provide better braking, suggestions and feedback are greatly appreciated thanks
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:02 PM
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I have the stoptech brake kit that comes with pads/cross drilled rotors/ ss brake lines and fluid in standard brake size.. I think u can get it from riverside infiniti eBay store..
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:04 PM
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nice! i will have take a look. Did you notice an improvement over the stock brakes?
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:05 PM
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A little but there is a common problem with the g35 and bad breaking.. there is a recent thread about it..
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:10 PM
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ah ok, cant seem to find anything online the only kits that i can find are a few thousand dollars
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:13 PM
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If you're looking for a simple upgrade, I'd get aftermarket pads with SS lines and new brake fluid. Shouldn't be more than $200.
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:19 PM
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I got mine for like 6-700..
 
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^the rotors are the bulk of the cost there. No need the change the rotors if they are still within safe thickness.
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:22 PM
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WhosRich, which vendor would you recommend for purchasing the pads and lines?

Frankieg35, if you wouldnt mind finding me a link that would be greatly appreciated
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:23 PM
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^the rotors are the bulk of the cost there. No need the change the rotors if they are still within safe thickness.
I was unaware of that, i thought you had to change rotors the same time you changed pads
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 07:29 PM
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Its not necessary if they are thick enough. If they're warped, you can get them machined flat and they'll be just as good.
 
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WhosRich, which vendor would you recommend for purchasing the pads and lines?

Frankieg35, if you wouldnt mind finding me a link that would be greatly appreciated
Will do!!
 
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Old 01-15-2011, 08:08 PM
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Hit up Marinelli Motorsports. Galliano has great prices.

For pads, I personally used Hawk and Akebono. Akebono pads were way better for street driving. Quiet and low dust. A nice upgrade over oems.

As far as SS lines go, Technafit, Fluid Transfer Products, Stoptech, they all do the same thing. Pick one that goes with your budget.
 
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You can also get the same kit without the rotors.
 


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