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So I've read nothing short of 20 threads on brakes. One brand over another, 4 piston, 6 piston, fitment issues, slotted vs drilled... Fact is, I like the stock brakes

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Old 12-20-2009, 02:31 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Want brakes but having trouble sorting through the BS

So I've read nothing short of 20 threads on brakes. One brand over another, 4 piston, 6 piston, fitment issues, slotted vs drilled...

Fact is, I like the stock brakes on my Nismo and I know I'm throwing myself under the bus here but cross drilled rotors and calipers look Sweet! I know your supposed to buy for performance but if I get the look I want and performance then WIN WIN.

That said, who's had great experiences with aftermarket brands? I've mentioned several times that I used to own a bike shop, guys would come in that barely know how to ride and buy 8 piston spiegler set ups but they WERE such overkill!!!

Should I just man up and go for the 6 piston set up or is it a waste?

Can I just get by with the fronts or should I do rears too?

We would change calipers out only to have guys freak out when they replaced pads at 6-8 times the cost of stock. I want to keep that in mind too. Last, some aftermarket set ups make a mess of the rims with brake dust, any feedback from experience would be much appreciated.

I can sell my stockers to help recover some of the cost but need to do it soon before I put miles on the car. Any value in the stock set up?

Sorry for all the questions but don't want to make a bad call.
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