Upgrade 2015 Touring Brakes
 

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Hey guys first question to the Forums. I have a 2015 Touring AT with 65K. Just upgraded the wheel/tires to Konig/Continental Extremecontact Sport 2's, 245/45/18 F and 295/35/18 R. I have changed and upgraded to fluid to RBF 600.

I would like to get larger calipers front and rear, I would get SS lines and bracket with the calipers. I've seen the Z1 calipers, might consider upgrading the front then rear later.

I would upgrade everything at once if needed vs go back and have to pay for work to be done a second time, but would like to catch it during the next routine maintenance.

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Many run OE big brakes on the track, so unless you are going after it for looks there's no point in changing to aftermarket calipers which may require larger than a 18" wheel anyway. Find a set of Sport/Nismo on a wreck/part out for sale is you best bang for the buck.

There are only two types of OEM brakes

The "Base" model brakes which are floating calipers, i believe

The Akebono brakes which came on the Sport, Nismo, and whatever trim levels Nissan invented over time. These are the larger fixed calipers that came in red (Nismo) or black or silver (G37).

The Z1 calipers appear to be Akebono brakes, with cosmetic differences, like their logo and the colors.

All of these will bolt up

These work on the track, with some work. Mainly, brake ducts, better pads, better fluid, etc. For N/A, you're probably fine.

I'm NA and relegated to street only but upgraded the sport brakes as they felt wooden and instilled zero confidence with the OE pads.

I was able to gain more confidence in not fading and initial bite by going with Stoptech Street pads, SS lines, MC brace, SRF Fluid and blank one piece high carbon rotors. :tiphat:

The vast majority of people get by at the track with Akebonos and good rotors, pads, ducts, and fluid. All for 25-50% the price of a good BBK.

I'll also mention RBF600 is widely known to absorb water faster than many other brake fluids. While that's fine for a track car that receives much more frequent maintenance; it's not ideal for daily use unless you plan on flush and filling yearly.