Trying out some new brake items at Zspeed

KaienZ34 · 03-19-2012, 07:12 PM

THX my good sir...

Joe@ZSpeed · 03-19-2012, 08:18 PM

On the site now.

EBC Ulitmax

EBC Gold Series

DBA 5000 Series 2 piece, These shave about 7 lbs over stock for the pair

Zspeed Brake line kit

modme · 03-19-2012, 08:27 PM

Interested in the DBA5000. How much does each rotor weigh? Have they released the rears?

Joe@ZSpeed · 03-19-2012, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by modme

Interested in the DBA5000. How much does each rotor weigh? Have they released the rears?

Have not heard anything about the rears yet.

christian370z · 03-21-2012, 01:59 AM

I used to run EBC's Redstuff pads and rotors on my Saab and if there was only thing I could rely on with that car, it was the brakes. The harder the pushed them, the harder they stopped. I've been waiting for a review of this combo on the Z, especially since I plan on upgrading my base brakes soon.

B&W_Evader · 03-23-2012, 11:27 AM

Love the look of the ultimax slotted! Right now, they're my favorite!

G35_FTMFW · 04-11-2012, 12:38 AM

update? current pics?

Joe@ZSpeed · 04-11-2012, 12:02 PM

No current pics, I will get some up in the next few days, They are just about broke in all the way, Braking is night and day compared to the stock rotors/pads, Absolutely no squeaks or noise out of these. I cleaned up the wheels after the first 100 miles or so and they have been very low dust since then. Great upgrade!

Joe@ZSpeed · 04-11-2012, 12:05 PM

Price from DBA has just been increased on the 2 piece rotors, I have one set of fronts left before the price goes up!

cavemancan · 04-11-2012, 12:36 PM

Would you say the EBC upgrade is better than stock in everyway?? Performance, longevity, stopping power, brake fade, servicability (resurface rotor)?

I've had bad experience with Racing Brake where the 2 pc rotors got warped within the first year and I wasn't even racing yet. They claimed the rotors could not be resurfaced and therefore needed to buy new discs.

ChrisSlicks · 04-11-2012, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cavemancan

Would you say the EBC upgrade is better than stock in everyway?? Performance, longevity, stopping power, brake fade, servicability (resurface rotor)?

I've had bad experience with Racing Brake where the 2 pc rotors got warped within the first year and I wasn't even racing yet. They claimed the rotors could not be resurfaced and therefore needed to buy new discs.

You normally can't resurface slotted discs.

Joe@ZSpeed · 04-11-2012, 07:56 PM

You can resurface drilled or slotted rotors so long as they stay within spec. As with any rotor once it is below minimum thickness it can no longer be serviced.

It's a huge myth that drilled or slotted rotors cannot be resurfaced, they most certainly can.

Joe@ZSpeed · 04-11-2012, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cavemancan

Would you say the EBC upgrade is better than stock in everyway?? Performance, longevity, stopping power, brake fade, servicability (resurface rotor)?

I've had bad experience with Racing Brake where the 2 pc rotors got warped within the first year and I wasn't even racing yet. They claimed the rotors could not be resurfaced and therefore needed to buy new discs.

EBC rotors are made from high quality grey iron.
They offer a 12 month 10,000 mile warranty.

I always stick with rotors and pads that match as with good brake companies they make their pads to work correctly with their rotor designs.

Everything is better than stock with this set-up, I cannot comment on service life of the pads yet as I have not had enough time with them to tell.
Stopping is most defiantly much, much better.
Dust is lower.
Slotted rotors will promote even pad wear unlike drilled which will cause ridges to develop over time shortening pad life.

I have not dealt with "racing brake" so I cannot comment on them. 2 piece rotors normally require disk replacement if something goes wrong. A good quality 2 piece rotor should never warp though.

I normally try to stick with name-brand brakes, EBC, DBA, Brembo, StopTech ect.

There are a TON of Chinese brake rotors with crappy metal being pushed form many angles and many companies. I won't sell cheap brake items, Been down that road with some of my older cars and cheap rotors = JUNK and I will not offer them to my customers.

Don't skimp on rotors!

G35_FTMFW · 04-11-2012, 11:12 PM

Nice,

In for current pics with brake dust showing. Just to see exactly how much these pads produce.

Then I will order

cavemancan · 04-12-2012, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe@ZSpeed

EBC rotors are made from high quality grey iron.
They offer a 12 month 10,000 mile warranty.

NICE!!! Last question...Is there a weight difference from stock? Heavier or lighter?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe@ZSpeed

Everything is better than stock with this set-up, I cannot comment on service life of the pads yet as I have not had enough time with them to tell.
Stopping is most defiantly much, much better.
Dust is lower.
Slotted rotors will promote even pad wear unlike drilled which will cause ridges to develop over time shortening pad life.

I'm less concerned with pad life then actual brake fade on the track. I heard the stock system was prone to fade after a certain amount of time spent racing.

Thank you for answering all my questions!

03-19-2012, 07:12 PM	#16 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	THX my good sir... __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

03-19-2012, 08:18 PM	#17 (permalink)
Joe@ZSpeed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,304 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 342999	On the site now. EBC Ulitmax EBC Gold Series DBA 5000 Series 2 piece, These shave about 7 lbs over stock for the pair Zspeed Brake line kit __________________ http://photos.zspeedperformance.com/...ardsize=468x60 Phone *937-506-7224* E-Mail Sales@Zspeed.com www.ZSPEED.com

03-19-2012, 08:27 PM	#18 (permalink)
modme Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NY Posts: 345 Drives: G37 Rep Power: 16	Interested in the DBA5000. How much does each rotor weigh? Have they released the rears? __________________ GTM Twin Turbo Stage 2\|GTR Turbo/Engine Gauges\|KW V3 Coilovers\|HKS Exhaust\|Oil Cooler\| Vossen CV1

03-21-2012, 01:59 AM	#20 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 432	I used to run EBC's Redstuff pads and rotors on my Saab and if there was only thing I could rely on with that car, it was the brakes. The harder the pushed them, the harder they stopped. I've been waiting for a review of this combo on the Z, especially since I plan on upgrading my base brakes soon. __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

04-11-2012, 12:02 PM	#23 (permalink)
Joe@ZSpeed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,304 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 342999	No current pics, I will get some up in the next few days, They are just about broke in all the way, Braking is night and day compared to the stock rotors/pads, Absolutely no squeaks or noise out of these. I cleaned up the wheels after the first 100 miles or so and they have been very low dust since then. Great upgrade! __________________ http://photos.zspeedperformance.com/...ardsize=468x60 Phone *937-506-7224* E-Mail Sales@Zspeed.com www.ZSPEED.com

03-23-2012, 11:27 AM	#21 (permalink)
B&W_Evader Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA Posts: 972 Drives: slower than before Rep Power: 387	Love the look of the ultimax slotted! Right now, they're my favorite!

04-11-2012, 12:38 AM	#22 (permalink)
G35_FTMFW Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 108 Drives: US Rep Power: 14	update? current pics?

04-11-2012, 12:05 PM	#24 (permalink)
Joe@ZSpeed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,304 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 342999	Price from DBA has just been increased on the 2 piece rotors, I have one set of fronts left before the price goes up! __________________ http://photos.zspeedperformance.com/...ardsize=468x60 Phone *937-506-7224* E-Mail Sales@Zspeed.com www.ZSPEED.com

04-11-2012, 12:36 PM	#25 (permalink)
cavemancan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Miami Posts: 302 Drives: 09 370Z TourSport MT Rep Power: 249	Would you say the EBC upgrade is better than stock in everyway?? Performance, longevity, stopping power, brake fade, servicability (resurface rotor)? I've had bad experience with Racing Brake where the 2 pc rotors got warped within the first year and I wasn't even racing yet. They claimed the rotors could not be resurfaced and therefore needed to buy new discs. __________________ Mazda Rx8 MT Titanium - SOLD! 2009 370Z T-Sport MT Black - Takeda Intake, Swift springs, Rear Camber kit, SS B Lines, FI Exhaust, Z Speed CMAK Flywheel/Clutch Kit, Stillen Brake Cooling.

04-11-2012, 07:56 PM	#27 (permalink)
Joe@ZSpeed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,304 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 342999	You can resurface drilled or slotted rotors so long as they stay within spec. As with any rotor once it is below minimum thickness it can no longer be serviced. It's a huge myth that drilled or slotted rotors cannot be resurfaced, they most certainly can. __________________ http://photos.zspeedperformance.com/...ardsize=468x60 Phone *937-506-7224* E-Mail Sales@Zspeed.com www.ZSPEED.com

04-11-2012, 11:12 PM	#29 (permalink)
G35_FTMFW Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tampa Posts: 108 Drives: US Rep Power: 14	Nice, In for current pics with brake dust showing. Just to see exactly how much these pads produce. Then I will order

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