Brembo Big Brake Kit for the 5th/5.5 gen maxima
01-25-2012, 07:04 AM
#41
Got an update for those that are interested. I have acquired some aluminium to produce the brackets. The individuals that are serious, please send me a pm to confirm that you do want a set of brackets. As of this moment I am not requesting a deposit like I wanted to do at first mostly because I am willing to take a risk on the purchase of the metal. But if you are still willing to put down a deposit to fully confirm your interest (maybe 50% or 25% of the final cost), that is also a possibility. I could always use the aluminum for other projects as well. However that does not mean I am going to produce a huge amount of relocation brackets and have them laying around.
Also I ordered a set of Centric 6th gen rotors and a set of calipers from Brembo 06 Evo calipers to test on my spare 5.5 gen knuckle. This is so that there is no issues with the end product. I am looking at about 2 weeks at the earliest before I have anything 100% completed. Please keep that in mind guys.
Thank you.
Also I ordered a set of Centric 6th gen rotors and a set of calipers from Brembo 06 Evo calipers to test on my spare 5.5 gen knuckle. This is so that there is no issues with the end product. I am looking at about 2 weeks at the earliest before I have anything 100% completed. Please keep that in mind guys.
Thank you.
Last edited by Shift_Max; 01-25-2012 at 07:26 AM.
01-25-2012, 09:15 AM
#42
Got an update for those that are interested. I have acquired some aluminium to produce the brackets. The individuals that are serious, please send me a pm to confirm that you do want a set of brackets. As of this moment I am not requesting a deposit like I wanted to do at first mostly because I am willing to take a risk on the purchase of the metal. But if you are still willing to put down a deposit to fully confirm your interest (maybe 50% or 25% of the final cost), that is also a possibility. I could always use the aluminum for other projects as well. However that does not mean I am going to produce a huge amount of relocation brackets and have them laying around.
Also I ordered a set of Centric 6th gen rotors and a set of calipers from Brembo 06 Evo calipers to test on my spare 5.5 gen knuckle. This is so that there is no issues with the end product. I am looking at about 2 weeks at the earliest before I have anything 100% completed. Please keep that in mind guys.
Thank you.
Also I ordered a set of Centric 6th gen rotors and a set of calipers from Brembo 06 Evo calipers to test on my spare 5.5 gen knuckle. This is so that there is no issues with the end product. I am looking at about 2 weeks at the earliest before I have anything 100% completed. Please keep that in mind guys.
Thank you.
I'm also curious if an brembo calipers from the Z or G35 could be used for this??
01-25-2012, 09:27 AM
#43
Z or G35 mounts would be different...and Z or G35 Brembos cost 2-3x more than the Evo Brembos referenced by Shift_Max.
If you're really interested in Z or G35 Brembos then I believe the relocation brackets for an '03 350z base caliper upgrading to '03 350z Brembo calipers should work on our cars. I have some stock '03 350z calipers at home that I will be test fitting when the monsoon here in TX lightens up. I'll chime in after a couple days to verify...but if it's true then that helps the aftermarket support for 5.5 gens at least.
If you're really interested in Z or G35 Brembos then I believe the relocation brackets for an '03 350z base caliper upgrading to '03 350z Brembo calipers should work on our cars. I have some stock '03 350z calipers at home that I will be test fitting when the monsoon here in TX lightens up. I'll chime in after a couple days to verify...but if it's true then that helps the aftermarket support for 5.5 gens at least.
01-25-2012, 09:30 AM
#44
Z or G35 mounts would be different...and Z or G35 Brembos cost 2-3x more than the Evo Brembos referenced by Shift_Max.
If you're really interested in Z or G35 Brembos then I believe the relocation brackets for an '03 350z base caliper upgrading to '03 350z Brembo calipers should work on our cars. I have some stock '03 350z calipers at home that I will be test fitting when the monsoon here in TX lightens up. I'll chime in after a couple days to verify...but if it's true then that helps the aftermarket support for 5.5 gens at least.
If you're really interested in Z or G35 Brembos then I believe the relocation brackets for an '03 350z base caliper upgrading to '03 350z Brembo calipers should work on our cars. I have some stock '03 350z calipers at home that I will be test fitting when the monsoon here in TX lightens up. I'll chime in after a couple days to verify...but if it's true then that helps the aftermarket support for 5.5 gens at least.
01-25-2012, 10:27 AM
#46
Thank you to those that provide great feedback and are actually letting me offer something different to the maxima community. My goal is not to offer something and then have the end-user feel like they got ripped off in the end. This is why I stand behind the products that I sell. I do understand that this is not for everybody though but it is a good thing to have options.
I will keep everybody updated on the status of the brackets and I will personally test fit each set to make sure they fit and do not create any issues before anything is shipped out.
Thanks.
I will keep everybody updated on the status of the brackets and I will personally test fit each set to make sure they fit and do not create any issues before anything is shipped out.
Thanks.
01-25-2012, 10:59 AM
#47
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Thank you to those that provide great feedback and are actually letting me offer something different to the maxima community. My goal is not to offer something and then have the end-user feel like they got ripped off in the end. This is why I stand behind the products that I sell. I do understand that this is not for everybody though but it is a good thing to have options.
I will keep everybody updated on the status of the brackets and I will personally test fit each set to make sure they fit and do not create any issues before anything is shipped out.
Thanks.
I will keep everybody updated on the status of the brackets and I will personally test fit each set to make sure they fit and do not create any issues before anything is shipped out.
Thanks.
01-25-2012, 01:41 PM
#48
Factory wheels from the 5th/5.5 gen will not clear. However I am not sure about the 17's from the g35. I do know the 18's will clear since they g35 did come with the Brembo calipers.
As far as the weight, the 12.6" rotor is a bit heavier then the stock rotor. I do not recall the exact weight as of this moment but I can weigh it. However the caliper will offset the weight since the iron 1 piston caliper is much heavier then 8 pounds. The end package though (Brembo caliper and 12.6" rotor) will be lighter then the 6th gen Iron caliper and 12.6" rotor.
As far as the weight, the 12.6" rotor is a bit heavier then the stock rotor. I do not recall the exact weight as of this moment but I can weigh it. However the caliper will offset the weight since the iron 1 piston caliper is much heavier then 8 pounds. The end package though (Brembo caliper and 12.6" rotor) will be lighter then the 6th gen Iron caliper and 12.6" rotor.
Oh and...keep up the good work
01-25-2012, 07:50 PM
#56
Hell, it's the only thing that's got me wanting to this lol. But you're right, getting it all for under $15hunnert is king.
This is what I was reaching for and I most certainly am. Would you be referring to Matt's rotors?
Last edited by Nexus67; 01-25-2012 at 08:32 PM.
01-25-2012, 08:15 PM
#58
^Good thing about it is that you can acquire it piecemeal style.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...All-Categories
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...All-Categories
Last edited by Nexus67; 01-25-2012 at 08:30 PM.
01-26-2012, 04:32 AM
#60
Yes, as of this moment those are the only ones I am aware of being available. I remember some members having them.
01-26-2012, 09:18 AM
#63
Where do you find these?
20mm at least. My Wilwoods wont fit with a 15mm.
I strongly agree. Weight savings in general is always good.
Originally Posted by Nexus67
But weight is definitely a factor we shouldn't sweep under the rug concerning such a setup. The guys w/ the 6th gen BBK at least can smile b/c they can shave some weight (if desired, considering they're using 6th gen rotors anyway).
Last edited by NmexMAX; 01-26-2012 at 09:20 AM.
do they weigh?
01-26-2012, 09:32 AM
#67
That is not a bad price if it still exists for 2 piece rotors. I have done research on just blank rotors and Centric is at $60 a rotor. Anything else from Powerslot or Stoptech and etc is around $120-$150 a rotor. I have not looked at rotors though from auto-stores like Autozone and others though.
I do know that the 350z rotors that are on the 350z Brembo/G35 are around $500-$600 for a 2 piece set.
I do know that the 350z rotors that are on the 350z Brembo/G35 are around $500-$600 for a 2 piece set.
01-26-2012, 09:36 AM
#68
LOL. I'm just glad I didn't buy the expensive BBK!! nah I was just starting to put some money into these type of mods when I decided it was silly and this wasn't the platform I wanted. I'm selling she Maxipad in the spring
I should put some for sale ads up for some of this stuff I guess.
I should put some for sale ads up for some of this stuff I guess.
Last edited by TunerMaxima3000; 01-26-2012 at 09:42 AM.
01-28-2012, 08:01 AM
#70
^ The problem with that is that I do not have any stock 5.5 gen rims available. Only test i can do is with a 19" Nismo Rays wheel unless somebody local has a set of wheels to donate to the cause.
Otherwise my spare set of Brembo calipers arrive tuesday January 31st. That is just a little update
Otherwise my spare set of Brembo calipers arrive tuesday January 31st. That is just a little update
01-30-2012, 03:10 PM
#71
^ The problem with that is that I do not have any stock 5.5 gen rims available. Only test i can do is with a 19" Nismo Rays wheel unless somebody local has a set of wheels to donate to the cause.
Otherwise my spare set of Brembo calipers arrive tuesday January 31st. That is just a little update
Otherwise my spare set of Brembo calipers arrive tuesday January 31st. That is just a little update
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01-31-2012, 03:28 PM
#72
So another update guys.
Today I received the calipers and the rotor to use to test fit the brackets. I had a spare knuckle assembly so I threw everything together and here is what it looks like.
Next step is to machine a couple sets of brackets and test them out to make sure everything fits properly and won't cause issues.
Look for another update shortly.
Today I received the calipers and the rotor to use to test fit the brackets. I had a spare knuckle assembly so I threw everything together and here is what it looks like.
Next step is to machine a couple sets of brackets and test them out to make sure everything fits properly and won't cause issues.
Look for another update shortly.
01-31-2012, 06:48 PM
#77
I did and i am writing a response to it. Should be on its way
02-01-2012, 04:17 AM
#79
No they are not standard run of the mill 6061-0. I actually do not remember if they were even offered in the size of the bars that I needed to order from McMaster-Carr. The aluminium is in unpolished rectangular bars in T6. I can snap a picture of one of them if you would like.
