Nismo bumper brake duct install

cv129 · 06-16-2013, 09:39 AM

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

37Z · 06-20-2013, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave s

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, 01:00 PM

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

Chuck33079 · 06-20-2013, 01:03 PM

At some point, I'm stealing this idea.

phohman · 06-20-2013, 01:33 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, 02:33 PM

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

cv129 · 06-20-2013, 04:26 PM

^ looks like these?

NACA Brake Ducts for Bumper, Spoiler or Headlight

Crxckadome · 06-20-2013, 06:33 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...

dirTy_shoeZ · 06-20-2013, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

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, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirTy_shoeZ

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, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

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?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave s

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.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

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.

Dave s · 06-25-2013, 12:53 AM

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 · 06-29-2013, 12:26 AM

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

LukasC · 07-20-2013, 11:37 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, 11:40 PM

A NACA duct moves a lot of air.

06-20-2013, 01:00 PM	#18 (permalink)
Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 35,190 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684437	I've driven in a downpour with my RC ducts. Never had a problem with water. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

06-20-2013, 01:03 PM	#19 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	At some point, I'm stealing this idea. gbrettin likes this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

06-20-2013, 01:33 PM	#20 (permalink)
phohman Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Katy-Houston Tx. Age: 62 Posts: 124 Drives: 2012 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 14	Yea, I had this idea, but haven't pulled the trigger Nice job, did U check/know the temp. change? __________________ INGEN CAI BERK HFC Z1 SS BRAKE LINES ICHIBA 15mm SPACERS 25 ROW OIL COOLER Z1 ENGINE UNDERSHROUD COVER Z1 AKEBONO ROTORS QUAIFE DIFF w NISMO DIFF COVER WHITELINE BUSHINGS

06-20-2013, 06:33 PM	#23 (permalink)
Crxckadome Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: New Orleans Posts: 73 Drives: 40th Anniversary Z Rep Power: 13	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... __________________ 1991 Nissan Silvia KA-T Coupe/1998 Nissan 240SX - SOLD 2004 Suzuki SV650 - DD/Track Beater 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Ann - DD

06-29-2013, 12:26 AM	#28 (permalink)
DLo Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: SoCal - South Bay Posts: 244 Drives: 2012 370Z NISMO GM Rep Power: 13	Awesome work. I will be using this setup if I hang onto the nismo. Good stuff. __________________ 2012 NISMO #294 Gunmetal Metallic - Stock

06-16-2013, 09:39 AM	#16 (permalink)
cv129 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,223 Drives: 09 Nismo, 16 Nismo Rep Power: 163995	The least intrusive setup for the nismo guys, this should become a popular option.

06-20-2013, 02:33 PM	#21 (permalink)
martin82 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 2,636 Drives: 12 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 20	good setup do you have a link to the naca ducts with brake ducting into it?

06-20-2013, 04:26 PM	#22 (permalink)
cv129 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,223 Drives: 09 Nismo, 16 Nismo Rep Power: 163995	^ looks like these? NACA Brake Ducts for Bumper, Spoiler or Headlight

06-25-2013, 12:53 AM	#27 (permalink)
Dave s Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Australis Posts: 36 Drives: 10 370z red at7 Rep Power: 13	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

07-20-2013, 11:37 PM	#29 (permalink)
LukasC Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 664 Drives: 11 Stillen SC Bl M6 Rep Power: 17	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

07-20-2013, 11:40 PM	#30 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	A NACA duct moves a lot of air. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
DIY - Brake Cooling Duct Installation	scruffydog	DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)	31	04-18-2017 05:06 PM
DIY brake cooling duct	joo030879	DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)	6	01-01-2014 08:55 AM
Brake Cooling Duct Idea - 2013 Front Bumper	Dystopia	Brakes & Suspension	7	10-31-2013 11:54 AM
Pretty cool brake duct setup for rotors (GTR)	SPOHN	Other Vehicles	7	12-26-2012 08:19 PM
Central 20 Brake Duct Kit	SoCal 370Z	Brakes & Suspension	16	05-06-2011 09:07 PM