BBK Question

BlackZMamba · 08-17-2017, 04:38 PM

Hey guys,

I have a base model Z. I recently purchased the Akebono BBK from another Z owner. I'd like to upgrade. Will I need to purchase a larger diameter rotor? If so, is it the 14"? Sorry if the question seems dumb. I'd like some reassurance (I hate to buy and return stuff that doesn't work)

Thanks in advance.

OptionZero · 08-17-2017, 04:48 PM

First, a correction:
The Akebono calipers come stock on sport and nismo models - the term "BBK" is used on kits that go ABOVE stock stuff

Second, a point to clarify:
You have the calipers; you do not have the rotors?

If so, then YES YOU NEED THE ROTORS THAT MATCH THE CALIPERS. You can get blanks from your local autoparts store for pretty cheap (o'reillys, kragen, autozone), these will be fine for everything up to light track duty

If you want to look cool at your local meet, you can find cross drilled, slotted, or combo rotors that are sized for the akebono calipers

if you need additional brake cooling, you can get 2-piece rotors from Z1, DBA, or Racing brake that have various options and also will be much lighter (but more expensive)

If you need additional braking power, you should upgrading pads/tires

If you are pushing 500hp on the race track, you should be shopping at Endless, Brembo, AP Racing, etc for a complete caliper/rotor upgrade (or "big brake kit")

MaysEffect · 08-17-2017, 08:05 PM

The venting on the oem rotors are dog ****. If possible save up for an aftermarket rotor with larger vanes, and possibly slotted in the front. No need to get slotted and/or dotted in the rear.

BlackZMamba · 08-18-2017, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OptionZero

First, a correction:
The Akebono calipers come stock on sport and nismo models - the term "BBK" is used on kits that go ABOVE stock stuff

Second, a point to clarify:
You have the calipers; you do not have the rotors?

If so, then YES YOU NEED THE ROTORS THAT MATCH THE CALIPERS. You can get blanks from your local autoparts store for pretty cheap (o'reillys, kragen, autozone), these will be fine for everything up to light track duty

If you want to look cool at your local meet, you can find cross drilled, slotted, or combo rotors that are sized for the akebono calipers

if you need additional brake cooling, you can get 2-piece rotors from Z1, DBA, or Racing brake that have various options and also will be much lighter (but more expensive)

If you need additional braking power, you should upgrading pads/tires

If you are pushing 500hp on the race track, you should be shopping at Endless, Brembo, AP Racing, etc for a complete caliper/rotor upgrade (or "big brake kit")

Thanks for the helpful information. I do only have the sports Akebono Calipers. So do I buy the 14" rotors? Can you confirm the size?

Krylon · 08-18-2017, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackZMamba

Thanks for the helpful information. I do only have the sports Akebono Calipers. So do I buy the 14" rotors? Can you confirm the size?

14" fronts and 13.8" rears. I believe this info is in the FSM.

OptionZero · 08-18-2017, 10:45 AM

Correct. 14 inch front, 13.8 inch rear

Or you could always just . . . get rotors listed as "Sport package" or "akebono" . . .

BlackZMamba · 08-18-2017, 11:30 AM

thanks guys this is all I needed to know. Appreciate the help!

08-17-2017, 04:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
BlackZMamba Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: La Salle, IL Posts: 345 Drives: 2013 Z @ 321 whp Rep Power: 13	BBK Question Hey guys, I have a base model Z. I recently purchased the Akebono BBK from another Z owner. I'd like to upgrade. Will I need to purchase a larger diameter rotor? If so, is it the 14"? Sorry if the question seems dumb. I'd like some reassurance (I hate to buy and return stuff that doesn't work) Thanks in advance. __________________ Mods: ECUtek \| Stillen \| Fujimura \| BC Racing \| SPC \| Avant Garde \| Fast Intentions \| Z1 Motorsports \| Akebono \| Cooper \| Redline \| Motul \| Mobil 1

08-17-2017, 04:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,253 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	First, a correction: The Akebono calipers come stock on sport and nismo models - the term "BBK" is used on kits that go ABOVE stock stuff Second, a point to clarify: You have the calipers; you do not have the rotors? If so, then YES YOU NEED THE ROTORS THAT MATCH THE CALIPERS. You can get blanks from your local autoparts store for pretty cheap (o'reillys, kragen, autozone), these will be fine for everything up to light track duty If you want to look cool at your local meet, you can find cross drilled, slotted, or combo rotors that are sized for the akebono calipers if you need additional brake cooling, you can get 2-piece rotors from Z1, DBA, or Racing brake that have various options and also will be much lighter (but more expensive) If you need additional braking power, you should upgrading pads/tires If you are pushing 500hp on the race track, you should be shopping at Endless, Brembo, AP Racing, etc for a complete caliper/rotor upgrade (or "big brake kit") BlackZMamba likes this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

08-17-2017, 08:05 PM	#3 (permalink)
MaysEffect Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: SoCal Age: 32 Posts: 383 Drives: Infiniti FX35 Rep Power: 36	The venting on the oem rotors are dog ***. If possible save up for an aftermarket rotor with larger vanes, and possibly slotted in the front. No need to get slotted and/or dotted in the rear. BlackZMamba likes this. Last edited by MaysEffect; 08-17-2017 at 11:38 PM.*

08-18-2017, 10:45 AM	#6 (permalink)
OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,253 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	Correct. 14 inch front, 13.8 inch rear Or you could always just . . . get rotors listed as "Sport package" or "akebono" . . . BlackZMamba and wideglideleon like this. __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

08-18-2017, 11:30 AM	#7 (permalink)
BlackZMamba Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: La Salle, IL Posts: 345 Drives: 2013 Z @ 321 whp Rep Power: 13	thanks guys this is all I needed to know. Appreciate the help! __________________ Mods: ECUtek \| Stillen \| Fujimura \| BC Racing \| SPC \| Avant Garde \| Fast Intentions \| Z1 Motorsports \| Akebono \| Cooper \| Redline \| Motul \| Mobil 1

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