Guys,
After coming across
this...
after a track session with the Akebono brakes I've been thinking that to keep heat out of the caliper could be through Titanium brake shims.
Version for the OEM 350Z/G35 Bembos:
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Made of 1mm thick titanium, these are a simple and effective way of keeping heat in the rotor where it belongs, and away from the seals in the caliper, as well as away from the fluid. This leads to increased component life (you track guys know how finicky the stock seals can be!), and more consistent performance. Sold in sets of 4 (enough for your front calipers).
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Titanium is a poor conductor of heat and relatively lightweight given its strength. It is an ideal substance to use for this application.
Z1Auto (manufacturer of the above shims) will consider making these for the Akebono brakes if there is sufficient demand. Therefore, I'm posting this on G37/370Z related webistes to gauge
interest only.
I'm doing the Akebono upgrade on my 350Z and hope that a product like this will assist other 350Z/370Z/G37 owners.