Infiniti Akebono 14" Brake Kits for 03-07 Coupe, 03-06 Sedan >>
#451
I thought I had posted here already. I'm looking for a kit for my 03 coupe that didn't already have brembos (auto trans.)
The kit I was looking at earlier (front and back) was around $1800 but I am just looking for daily driver setup that looks good, not gonna be racing in these just the normal spirited driving.
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The kit I was looking at earlier (front and back) was around $1800 but I am just looking for daily driver setup that looks good, not gonna be racing in these just the normal spirited driving.
Please quote shipped to 01863
Coz
#452
I've *quickly* scanned this thread and sincerely apologize in advance, if I've missed this question being asked (if already asked and answered).
If I upgrade from my OEM Brembo's to this kit - how much un-sprung WEIGHT am I going to be ADDING instead of taking away. I noticed that the Calipers even though being the same POT (4 in frt / 2 in rear) are MUCH larger than the OEM Brembos that I have. Heck, the rear 2 pot is the same size as my Brembo 4pot fronts!!
I want to get these - loving the color and just the overall bulky size, but doesn't ADDING un-sprung weight sort of defeat the purpose or does it only really dictate on the track rather than street (ie, meaning I won't notice the added weight or will I?)
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
If I upgrade from my OEM Brembo's to this kit - how much un-sprung WEIGHT am I going to be ADDING instead of taking away. I noticed that the Calipers even though being the same POT (4 in frt / 2 in rear) are MUCH larger than the OEM Brembos that I have. Heck, the rear 2 pot is the same size as my Brembo 4pot fronts!!
I want to get these - loving the color and just the overall bulky size, but doesn't ADDING un-sprung weight sort of defeat the purpose or does it only really dictate on the track rather than street (ie, meaning I won't notice the added weight or will I?)
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
#453
I've *quickly* scanned this thread and sincerely apologize in advance, if I've missed this question being asked (if already asked and answered).
If I upgrade from my OEM Brembo's to this kit - how much un-sprung WEIGHT am I going to be ADDING instead of taking away. I noticed that the Calipers even though being the same POT (4 in frt / 2 in rear) are MUCH larger than the OEM Brembos that I have. Heck, the rear 2 pot is the same size as my Brembo 4pot fronts!!
I want to get these - loving the color and just the overall bulky size, but doesn't ADDING un-sprung weight sort of defeat the purpose or does it only really dictate on the track rather than street (ie, meaning I won't notice the added weight or will I?)
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
If I upgrade from my OEM Brembo's to this kit - how much un-sprung WEIGHT am I going to be ADDING instead of taking away. I noticed that the Calipers even though being the same POT (4 in frt / 2 in rear) are MUCH larger than the OEM Brembos that I have. Heck, the rear 2 pot is the same size as my Brembo 4pot fronts!!
I want to get these - loving the color and just the overall bulky size, but doesn't ADDING un-sprung weight sort of defeat the purpose or does it only really dictate on the track rather than street (ie, meaning I won't notice the added weight or will I?)
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
The rotors on the other hand are atrociously heavy! I went from non-brembo sized drilled & slotted (maybe 15lbs or less, great for drag racing) to OEM G37Sport (Alebono rotors) - the twice as heavy weight made a notable difference...
So if you are concerned about performance, the rotational mass of one piece rotors for this kit will make you cry.
#454
^ Yeah, I was thinking that already and have plans on getting 2-pieces for frt and back, but was worried about the added caliper weight as well. What the heck, I'll just do it and weigh everything and post my findings for everyone. These akebono's are certainly even nicer looking them my OEM Bembo's - which I think look fantastic to begin with - so I'll def get these.
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
#455
Let me update my post....
Where can we find 2-piece rotors (frt and rear) for these Akebono's?
I think COZ mentioned that they are making 2-piece rotors but haven't been released yet??
Is that right. Are there other 'vendors' that make 2-pc that will fit for these Akebono's guys?
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
Where can we find 2-piece rotors (frt and rear) for these Akebono's?
I think COZ mentioned that they are making 2-piece rotors but haven't been released yet??
Is that right. Are there other 'vendors' that make 2-pc that will fit for these Akebono's guys?
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
#456
^ Yeah, I was thinking that already and have plans on getting 2-pieces for frt and back, but was worried about the added caliper weight as well. What the heck, I'll just do it and weigh everything and post my findings for everyone. These akebono's are certainly even nicer looking them my OEM Bembo's - which I think look fantastic to begin with - so I'll def get these.
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
I'm curious as to the drawbacks of having heavy rotors. I understand the added weight to the axle, and I imagine it takes a bit more power from the drivetrain to get the wheels turning. For those of you who have the 30lb rotors, how does the car feel? Slower launches? Cornering issues?
(Side note, I purchased the BBK with the 30lb Stoptech rotors, but haven't installed them on account of the 80+ inches of snow we've gotten this season)
Last edited by money042; 02-14-2010 at 10:31 AM.
#458
Let me update my post....
Where can we find 2-piece rotors (frt and rear) for these Akebono's?
I think COZ mentioned that they are making 2-piece rotors but haven't been released yet??
Is that right. Are there other 'vendors' that make 2-pc that will fit for these Akebono's guys?
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
Where can we find 2-piece rotors (frt and rear) for these Akebono's?
I think COZ mentioned that they are making 2-piece rotors but haven't been released yet??
Is that right. Are there other 'vendors' that make 2-pc that will fit for these Akebono's guys?
Thanks Guys!
-WoW
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