Hear ye hear ye, all those who desire hub-centric rings for Cobra rotors (pics/info)
11-01-2003, 05:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Battle Max V2.0
im really interested in doing there after reading all 3 pages i have an understanding on parts i need but im still unsure. Can someone give me an exact rundown of what i need to make this project a reality.
thanks,
Jon
thanks,
Jon
-Set of 300ZX to 240SX conversion lines (www.heavythrottle.com)
-Set of 94-03 Mustang cobra rotors
-Caliper relocation bracket
-Centering ring for the rotors
11-01-2003, 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Battle Max V2.0
thanks for the quick response i know this thread is a little outdated but where can i still find the relocation bracket and the centering ring..sorry for the newbie questions....
11-01-2003, 05:53 PM
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Ok here's the deal. I have no problem furnishing as many rings as needed. As stated in the first post of this thread, all the price, fees and info will remain the same. If you don't feel like going back to the first post here's the most inportant section base on a GD.
Flash back to page one
Cost
2 sets of rings will be $47 to your door
5 sets of rings will be $42 to your door
10 or more rings will be $32 to your door
For our Canadian and overseas members please contact me and I'm sure we can work something out.
Fees
For those who will be paying with PayPal please add $1 to the prices above, again for our Canadian and overseas member please contact me before hand so we can work out something.
End flash back
With that said and to be fair for those who are looking for a complete kit I will not be offering the rings for sale untill we have a definate supplier/source for the brackets. It doesn't matter if the brackets are supplied by me or someone else, just as long as they are available. At that time all potential buyers can decide if they want this kit base on the price on the pieces.
And now for your viewing pleasure, nice comparison
Before Z32 caliper and rotor
After Z32 caliper and Cobra rotor
Flash back to page one
Cost
2 sets of rings will be $47 to your door
5 sets of rings will be $42 to your door
10 or more rings will be $32 to your door
For our Canadian and overseas members please contact me and I'm sure we can work something out.
Fees
For those who will be paying with PayPal please add $1 to the prices above, again for our Canadian and overseas member please contact me before hand so we can work out something.
End flash back
With that said and to be fair for those who are looking for a complete kit I will not be offering the rings for sale untill we have a definate supplier/source for the brackets. It doesn't matter if the brackets are supplied by me or someone else, just as long as they are available. At that time all potential buyers can decide if they want this kit base on the price on the pieces.
And now for your viewing pleasure, nice comparison
Before Z32 caliper and rotor
After Z32 caliper and Cobra rotor
looks like your going to make me sit on money thats burning a hole in my pocket..thats cool please inform me when you find a supplier for the brackets ill buy asap.
11-01-2003, 08:55 PM
#86
I just tested fitted my brackets today. Everything fits fine. But there's too much clearance inbetween the end of the rotor and the caliper body. ie.. too much brake pad sticks over the rotor. It's 5mm. I want it 3mm or so. Candiman, who's pics is that above? Do they have a rotor to caliper measurement for my reference? Thanks.
Brackets go back to the fab shop monday for revision
Brackets go back to the fab shop monday for revision
11-01-2003, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I just tested fitted my brackets today. Everything fits fine. But there's too much clearance inbetween the end of the rotor and the caliper body. ie.. too much brake pad sticks over the rotor. It's 5mm. I want it 3mm or so. Candiman, who's pics is that above? Do they have a rotor to caliper measurement for my reference? Thanks. Brackets go back to the fab shop monday for revision
It's KMax post #79
11-02-2003, 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by KMax2988
Hey Mike, u know I'm down for another set of rings for when I get some Eradispeed 2-piece rotors 
. Jeff, u've got a PM man; any questions just let me know.
. Jeff, u've got a PM man; any questions just let me know.PS: I hope you didn't mind me posting the before and after pics, but since you gave us the link I assumed it was ok.
11-02-2003, 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by CandiMan
Speaking of Eradispeed+ 2 piece rotors, I've been doing some searching and they seem to only make drill/slotted rotors for the Cobra application. I was hoping on finding 2 piece blanks or slotted but no luck when it comes to Cobra's. I'm honestly not a fan when it comes to drill rotors for the street, even though I've been using drill rotors for the pass 4+ yrs. I've grown a dislike for them within that time. Street use.
PS: I hope you didn't mind me posting the before and after pics, but since you gave us the link I assumed it was ok.
PS: I hope you didn't mind me posting the before and after pics, but since you gave us the link I assumed it was ok.
11-03-2003, 09:07 PM
#93
Gotta have another "discussion" with the fabricator. He took some liberties with some measurements and guessed wrong. But I have Hazardous Material Shipping training monday-wednsday. I might be able to sneak out during a break to get to the shop. I'm not happy I had to pay $80 for two brackets that have a wrong dimension
Originally Posted by teddibear703
any update on the bracket jeff hehe...
11-04-2003, 04:25 PM
#96
Originally Posted by teejnut
I highly doubt the 13" rotors will fit over the Z32 16" rims. But wanted to know what do you guys think?
TJ
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Fit under you mean? I highly doubt it as well.
If anyone's interested I've got a set of 30mm 300ZX Aluminum calipers and Hawk HP+ pads, as well as OEM pads, that I'm willing to sell. I paid $374 for the calipers, they are freshly rebuilt units, all dust seals, etc are brand new. Never used on the car, test fitted but never used. The calipers will need to be helicoiled as I partially stripped the brake line fitting threads by attempting to use the maxima brake lines. Helicoil kits are about $30 I'm told. I'd let the calipers go for $150 with the OEM pads, or $220 with the OEM pads and the HP+ pads.
11-04-2003, 05:51 PM
#97
No way will a cobra rotor and 300z caliper fit under a 16" rim. Hell it BARELY fits under my 17" cobra rim
Originally Posted by teejnut
I highly doubt the 13" rotors will fit over the Z32 16" rims. But wanted to know what do you guys think?
TJ
TJ
11-05-2003, 06:16 PM
#100
Hmm guys looks like my plans are on hold for a pretty long while..
I guess I'll be selling my hub centric rings....let me know if any of you guys need/want em
James92se@Hotmail.com
I guess I'll be selling my hub centric rings....let me know if any of you guys need/want em
James92se@Hotmail.com
11-07-2003, 04:54 PM
#101
Well I took the prototype brackets back to have them redone. I asked him to just take the same measurements minus the one adjustment and submit that to the mass producer but he didn't want to do it that way. He's gonna weld the two hole shut and redrill so the holes are 2.5mm or 0.10" closer. That should net about 2-2.5mm caliper to rotor clearance. He said early next week. So I should be able to do another test fit next week also. Sorry for the delay but this is how it goes when you try to make stuff fit right before the mass production starts.
11-07-2003, 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
Well I took the prototype brackets back to have them redone. I asked him to just take the same measurements minus the one adjustment and submit that to the mass producer but he didn't want to do it that way. He's gonna weld the two hole shut and redrill so the holes are 2.5mm or 0.10" closer. That should net about 2-2.5mm caliper to rotor clearance. He said early next week. So I should be able to do another test fit next week also. Sorry for the delay but this is how it goes when you try to make stuff fit right before the mass production starts.
11-08-2003, 02:40 AM
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Originally Posted by rob van dam
what are exactly the full purpose behind hub-centric o rings? I just may need some... 
Try looking here
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/358672/6
Basically the larger Cobra rotor has a bigger ID where it slips over the hub, this ring centers the larger Cobra rotor onto our smaller hubs.
11-08-2003, 09:04 AM
#105
Yes, I specified which two holes. The 2 holes that mount on the original "ear" are going to be welded and drilled 2.5mm up or closer to the other caliper holes. It really doesn't matter but these two holes had the space to accomodate 2.5mm of more bracket material. If I had the other 2 drilled closer, parts of the bracket would interfere on the caliper. Then I would have to grind down the end of the bracket again.
Originally Posted by CandiMan
Did he happen to say which two holes he's going to weld shut, the caliper or steering knuckle holes? I still say reducing the height by 2.5mm would have worked best but I know this route will work also. I guess without us actually seeing the bracket, we might not know which route would work best. Good work.
11-08-2003, 11:54 AM
#106
Originally Posted by CandiMan
Try looking here
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/358672/6
Basically the larger Cobra rotor has a bigger ID where it slips over the hub, this ring centers the larger Cobra rotor onto our smaller hubs.
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/358672/6
Basically the larger Cobra rotor has a bigger ID where it slips over the hub, this ring centers the larger Cobra rotor onto our smaller hubs.
11-08-2003, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by rob van dam
are Cobra rotors the stock nissan rotors??
Cobra rotors does not equal Nissan stock rotors (Nismo, etc)
Cobra rotors equal Ford Mustang Cobra
11-13-2003, 07:17 PM
#110
hehe.. i'm so excited, and i just can't hide it.. lol... no rush, my car will be in the bodyshop for at least another 2 weeks.. I'm gonna send sr20den bro my calipers to get powdercoated... he has some good prices...
11-13-2003, 07:58 PM
#111
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
No way will a cobra rotor and 300z caliper fit under a 16" rim. Hell it BARELY fits under my 17" cobra rim
http://www.zfilms.org/Stories/Z32/2002/01/
11-14-2003, 01:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Jeff92se
haha. The set has not been rewelded/drilled yet. I swear that guy is slow as rocks
11-18-2003, 01:59 PM
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Jeff: you think we'll have the brackets made by dec? Just wondering cause i have a show in dec and would love to have these on by then.
candi: can i paypal you the money soon for a set of the rings? I want to get one made before dec too... thanks!
candi: can i paypal you the money soon for a set of the rings? I want to get one made before dec too... thanks!
11-18-2003, 02:02 PM
#114
They are not done yet but I need to light a fire under that man's old **** today. Sorry for the delay. I'm gonna start researching another fabricator with a flame cutter because this guy takes too damned long
11-18-2003, 04:39 PM
#115
He didn't reweld/redrill the original brackets. Even though he said he wanted to do this before submitting a drawing(ie.have me test fit before). So he went ahead and did a drawing based on my comments to him. 6 sets were the min from the fabricator. That's a pretty small number. Price will be about $40/set + shipping. They will be made out of 3/8" generic steel. Plenty strong.
BUT if you guys are in, this will be for sets that have never been fit. BUT I'm 90% sure if he did the drawing right, they should fit fine with 2mm or so caliper to rotor clearance. Even if he fudged 1mm either way, it should fit fine still. Turn around time is about 1 week. Since it's another fabricator, I feel a little better about it(I guess)
So who's in? Me of course. Plus Mr. Gone has shown interest. Mike of course. Teddibear with the 5-gen is interested. Donald? So that's 4 right there
BUT if you guys are in, this will be for sets that have never been fit. BUT I'm 90% sure if he did the drawing right, they should fit fine with 2mm or so caliper to rotor clearance. Even if he fudged 1mm either way, it should fit fine still. Turn around time is about 1 week. Since it's another fabricator, I feel a little better about it(I guess)
So who's in? Me of course. Plus Mr. Gone has shown interest. Mike of course. Teddibear with the 5-gen is interested. Donald? So that's 4 right there
11-18-2003, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by teddibear703
candi: can i paypal you the money soon for a set of the rings? I want to get one made before dec too... thanks!
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
So who's in? Me of course. Plus Mr. Gone has shown interest. Mike of course. Teddibear with the 5-gen is interested. Donald? So that's 4 right there
11-18-2003, 10:09 PM
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There might be a problem with the 5 gen. You guys might use a bigger bolt which would require you to enlarge two of the bolt holes.
Mike. There was only one dimension that needed to be changed. 2 holes needed to be moved about 2.5mm closer. I specificly told him which. But I'll take a look at them before I give him the "OK".
Mike. There was only one dimension that needed to be changed. 2 holes needed to be moved about 2.5mm closer. I specificly told him which. But I'll take a look at them before I give him the "OK".
