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cv129

06-16-2013 08:39 AM

The least intrusive setup for the nismo guys, this should become a popular option.

37Z	06-20-2013 11:46 AM

Front Brake NACA Duct

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Originally Posted by Dave s (Post 2364179)

I purchased a stillen brake cooling kit but did not want to cut holes In the nismo front bumper. I have a z speed undertray that I have mounted revotech naca ducts into. It has all worked out really well and looks neat.

Any issues with water being sucked into the brakes?

Rusty

06-20-2013 12:00 PM

I've driven in a downpour with my RC ducts. Never had a problem with water.

Chuck33079

06-20-2013 12:03 PM

At some point, I'm stealing this idea.

phohman

06-20-2013 12:33 PM

Yea, I had this idea, but haven't pulled the trigger

Nice job, did U check/know the temp. change?

martin82

06-20-2013 01:33 PM

good setup do you have a link to the naca ducts with brake ducting into it?

cv129

06-20-2013 03:26 PM

^ looks like these?

NACA Brake Ducts for Bumper, Spoiler or Headlight

Crxckadome

06-20-2013 05:33 PM

ok not really a question for the nismo owners, but i'm curious about the non-nismo front bumper...it has these plastic caps that look like potential fog light holes or potential brake duct holes... Does anyone know of people using these as such?

This picture is from a company using them as custom short ram intake holes with plastic tubes that lead back into the engine bay...
http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/...ps14f5af92.jpg

dirTy_shoeZ

06-20-2013 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty (Post 2371782)

I've driven in a downpour with my RC ducts. Never had a problem with water.

why would you? dont these run to the brakes?

Rusty

06-20-2013 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dirTy_shoeZ (Post 2372326)

why would you? dont these run to the brakes?

I've done a trackday that rained most of the day. And drove it home afterwards. And yes, the hoses go to the inside of the rotor.

gurneyeagle

06-21-2013 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0 (Post 2364199)

That made me slightly horny...
And chance a pebble will be thrown up and go as far as to ding the rotor/get caught between the pad?

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Originally Posted by Dave s (Post 2364206)

It is always a possibility that a stone could get in but not a huge risk. If you were concerned you could run mesh in the hose as a safety measure.

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Originally Posted by Rusty (Post 2364306)

That's a chance you take with any kit. Even the factory set-ups on other vehicles.

Interesting set-up.

I just got my set of carbon fiber ducts like Rusty and I am going to try and make a screen cover to avoid the possibility of injesting a rock (for lack of a better term) in the duct.

Once I figure out the the what and the how, I'll post some pictures.

GREAT idea with the undertray though. :tup:

Dave s

06-24-2013 11:53 PM

this is a link to the ducts I used, they were the only ones I could find with a rearward facing outlet, the normal style will not work due to space issues.

I have not measured temps but will once I get setup and head to the track.

Revotec NACA Moulded Air Duct 2 Piece - Demon Tweeks

DLo	06-28-2013 11:26 PM

Awesome work. I will be using this setup if I hang onto the nismo. Good stuff.

LukasC

07-20-2013 10:37 PM

This is a great idea! I couldn't figure out what to do with my amuse bumper but this might solve that! Does this location provide enough airflow to the brakes? I mean the ones in the grille are forcing the air to go into it as to these are almost just floating above the wind stream. Just a curious thought

Chuck33079

07-20-2013 10:40 PM

A NACA duct moves a lot of air.

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