What will it take to get Akebono up to par

Mike · 01-16-2010, 11:02 AM

i wore a set of HP+ down to the backing plates in one day on a brake intensive track. I'm guessing the HPS would be even worse. probably like the stock ones. My first track outing, I had HP+ in front and stock in the rear and the rears wore to the backing plate in one 20 minute session.

Don't waste your time with anything less than HP+, and even that is a waste if you are experienced.

RCZ · 01-16-2010, 11:57 AM

HP+ is a hardcore street pad, not a race pad. From what I understood, he didnt want race pads, thats why I recommended a street pad.

Mike · 01-16-2010, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by RCZ

HP+ is a hardcore street pad, not a race pad. From what I understood, he didnt want race pads, thats why I recommended a street pad.

still, I think I would go with carbotech bobcat's instead for a street pad with light track use. My buddy uses them on his G37 without issues.

LiquidZ · 01-16-2010, 12:39 PM

Pads, fluid, lines, and proper braking techniques on the track.

We have very good brakes from the factory. Our brakes are capable of stopping our car
from 60 mph in 108'ish feet. But all factory brakes have inherent weaknesses. In my opinion, do the above four and you should be set.

corner3garage · 01-16-2010, 12:43 PM

Pads, Fluid and if you like Ducting.

Zat_Zuma · 01-17-2010, 12:50 PM

I had the HP+ on my modified G35 and yes they did squeal alot on slow braking, for example, when stopping for a light. My solution was to coast to the light and brake with medium pressure. This provided minimum squeal and usually scared the passengers from waiting to brake so long.

As for brake dust ...... it's the price for high performance brake pads. Yes there was a extreme amount of dust! I plan upgrading the brake lines, brake fluid and HP+ brake pads. When the one piece stock rotors are done and beyond salvage, I'll replace them with a good 2-piece rotors.

I autocross at least twice a month, in the summer, and can't beat the HP+ for all around street/autocross brake pad performance. For the money, the average street/autocross user will be impressed, except for the brake dust.

If I was to do high speed track racing, my recommendations would be different and probably suggest a different pad and BBk kit. More than likely, would have a race and street pad set and swap them out before each track day.

ChrisSlicks · 01-17-2010, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Zat_Zuma

I autocross at least twice a month, in the summer, and can't beat the HP+ for all around street/autocross brake pad performance. For the money, the average street/autocross user will be impressed, except for the brake dust.

Interesting. I tried them for auto-x but the grabby nature cause it to upset the dynamic brake control system if you jabbed the brake pedal.

01-16-2010, 11:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2188	i wore a set of HP+ down to the backing plates in one day on a brake intensive track. I'm guessing the HPS would be even worse. probably like the stock ones. My first track outing, I had HP+ in front and stock in the rear and the rears wore to the backing plate in one 20 minute session. Don't waste your time with anything less than HP+, and even that is a waste if you are experienced. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

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LiquidZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,940 Drives: Mag. Black 2009 370Z Rep Power: 706	Pads, fluid, lines, and proper braking techniques on the track. We have very good brakes from the factory. Our brakes are capable of stopping our car from 60 mph in 108'ish feet. But all factory brakes have inherent weaknesses. In my opinion, do the above four and you should be set. __________________

01-16-2010, 12:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
corner3garage The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 9,879 Drives: 240sx, 350z, 370z Rep Power: 36	Pads, Fluid and if you like Ducting. __________________ Corner3motorsports.com

01-17-2010, 12:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
Zat_Zuma A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta ...eh Posts: 1,171 Drives: 2017 Touring auto Rep Power: 20	I had the HP+ on my modified G35 and yes they did squeal alot on slow braking, for example, when stopping for a light. My solution was to coast to the light and brake with medium pressure. This provided minimum squeal and usually scared the passengers from waiting to brake so long. As for brake dust ...... it's the price for high performance brake pads. Yes there was a extreme amount of dust! I plan upgrading the brake lines, brake fluid and HP+ brake pads. When the one piece stock rotors are done and beyond salvage, I'll replace them with a good 2-piece rotors. I autocross at least twice a month, in the summer, and can't beat the HP+ for all around street/autocross brake pad performance. For the money, the average street/autocross user will be impressed, except for the brake dust. If I was to do high speed track racing, my recommendations would be different and probably suggest a different pad and BBk kit. More than likely, would have a race and street pad set and swap them out before each track day. __________________ [B]2009 & 2017 370Z Touring Sport Autos SOLD

01-16-2010, 11:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1120	HP+ is a hardcore street pad, not a race pad. From what I understood, he didnt want race pads, thats why I recommended a street pad.