Has anyone been able to install a Z1 master cylinder brace?

gshort24 · 08-02-2016, 09:58 PM

I've spend a few hours trying to thread the 3 screws in to hold the brace in place. The instuctions over simplify the install. I've tried multiple tools and wrench extensions with no luck. Is it actually possible to install without removing the master cylinder? It's probably going to be a $90 paper weight.

seboderus · 08-08-2016, 09:44 PM

It took me close to an hour to install mine. I used a long extension and a swivel. I also put electrical tape on my hex socket to hold the bolt while I positioned the bracket with my left hand. I put the outside bolts in first and i never could get the center one to align. I tried my best but ended up cross threading it and i just left it out. i felt i difference after the install.

abm89 · 08-11-2016, 02:46 PM

Use some gummy substance to hold the screws in place while you have someone with small hands thread them into the car.

It was a PITA to install, but definitely helps.

Jhill · 08-11-2016, 03:03 PM

So you guys that have one have actually noticed a difference? Seems kinda unbelievable to me as the brakes are still super strong without, especially with the track pads in.

abm89 · 08-11-2016, 03:05 PM

I already had Stainless lines, But I could feel a tad bit of play in the pedal. After installing the brace, the play almost un-noticeable.

08-02-2016, 09:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
gshort24 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: California Posts: 22 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 10	Has anyone been able to install a Z1 master cylinder brace? I've spend a few hours trying to thread the 3 screws in to hold the brace in place. The instuctions over simplify the install. I've tried multiple tools and wrench extensions with no luck. Is it actually possible to install without removing the master cylinder? It's probably going to be a $90 paper weight.

08-11-2016, 02:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,386 Drives: 11 370Z \| 24 EL450 Rep Power: 64763	Use some gummy substance to hold the screws in place while you have someone with small hands thread them into the car. It was a PITA to install, but definitely helps. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build

08-11-2016, 03:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,386 Drives: 11 370Z \| 24 EL450 Rep Power: 64763	I already had Stainless lines, But I could feel a tad bit of play in the pedal. After installing the brace, the play almost un-noticeable. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build Last edited by abm89; 08-11-2016 at 06:20 PM.

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08-08-2016, 09:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
seboderus Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NC Posts: 2 Drives: 11 Z34 RAE MT Rep Power: 9	It took me close to an hour to install mine. I used a long extension and a swivel. I also put electrical tape on my hex socket to hold the bolt while I positioned the bracket with my left hand. I put the outside bolts in first and i never could get the center one to align. I tried my best but ended up cross threading it and i just left it out. i felt i difference after the install.

08-11-2016, 03:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
Jhill Track Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: San jose Posts: 854 Drives: 2013 370z sport Rep Power: 3384	So you guys that have one have actually noticed a difference? Seems kinda unbelievable to me as the brakes are still super strong without, especially with the track pads in.