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Originally Posted by x818ray
After doing the brake bedding procedure to get rid of minor brake judder, and possible brake pad deposits on the rotor, my calipers turned a different color from all the Heat. They got smoking hot and the smell was pretty bad. I did do several more than the recommended 10 stop and go passes, never experiencing brake fade, but I never expected this to happen. After 8 plus years of regularly going through threads on g37 forum I've never heard or seen it happen before. It's not the first time I've done the procedure, and a quick search didn't provide any answers. I'm not exactly happy about it..... All original parts. I bought the car new. 2013 SDN
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Brake overheating happens more than G37/370Z enthusiasts may think. Proper bedding of the brakes is always a good idea.
Over the years I have seen so many G37/370Z owners with discolored Akebono brake calipers from sun damage and overheating. Installing a brake cooling kit like or similar to the Stillen brake cooling kit is always a wise choice as there are many benefits rather if you track your G37 or not. Reducing rotor temperature, decreasing brake fade and braking distance,reducing the risk of “ice mode”,etc. The Akebono brake calipers are expensive to replace so, a good alternative would be to have your Akebono brake calipers power coated. The discolored Akebono brake calipers do not look appealing. Check your rotors for heat damage as well. If you have excessive brake dust or contaminates on your brakes remove your wheels and use brake cleaner to clean them. What brake pads are you currently using??