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Ricks15 · 04-09-2006, 03:21 PM

Thats what I was about to say.

240shorty · 04-09-2006, 04:03 PM

I've heard that it is not that necessary to align the holes 100% perfect for redrilling rotors, since they center on the hubs. The average person could do it with a little precaution and care. I wouldn't hesitate to do it personally.

SoSideways · 04-09-2006, 05:08 PM

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240shorter - KA24DE-R inside?

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Retaining 4 lug for Z32/R-chassis brakes is only for the front though, I think.

Because for the rear, unless you don't run the Z32/J30/R-chassis e-brake assembly and just straight up use the Z32/R-chassis 2 pot calipers and rotors, then you'll have to stick with the 5 lug stuff don't you?

I've never heard of someone running Z32/J30/R-chassis e-brake assembly and still running 4 lug hubs.

Rogue240sx · 04-09-2006, 05:25 PM

it's not centering that's the problem it's the uneven stress it can put on the wheel studs during braking I'd be worried about.

shortandsour · 04-09-2006, 09:25 PM

ok i have the R32 GT-R calipers how would those work with this kit??

Ricks15 · 04-09-2006, 10:01 PM

300ZX calipers for front and J30 brakes for the rear and all for 4lug setup, I doubt autozone carries the calipers but correct me if im wrong? Ive heard lots of stories from lucky zilvians who have fount there brakes at the junkyard. Would these calipers cost too much if I were to go to a nissan dealership for the parts?

cosmoworks · 04-10-2006, 11:57 AM

Ricks15, you need to re-drill Z32 rotors to 4-lug to be able to use them with Z32 calipers. Buying calipers from Nissan are MUCH more expensive than buying remanufactured units from your auto-parts store.

turtl631, you can get the kit with the rotors:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=8055437754
Also replacement rotors can be had for $200. They cost way more than 300ZX blanks, because the car is relatively new. Give it another 2-3 years or so, and I think you'll see rotor prices more in line with what you're used to paying.

SoSideways, you can use Z32 rear calipers, rotors, and e-brake and still retain 4-lug if you want. The hub is completely separate from the e-brake backing plate setup.

240shorty, you're 100% correct on re-drilling the rotors yourself. The trick is to drill out only three of the 4 holes (use one of the existing holes). The rotor will center itself using the bore and the one OE hole.

shortandsour, no the adapter kit will not work with your calipers. Since your setup already uses a larger rotor than the Z32 rotor, the adapters would cause the caliper to hang off the rotor too much.

-Cosmo

04-09-2006, 04:03 PM	#32
240shorty Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 147 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I've heard that it is not that necessary to align the holes 100% perfect for redrilling rotors, since they center on the hubs. The average person could do it with a little precaution and care. I wouldn't hesitate to do it personally. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2273445/1

04-09-2006, 05:25 PM	#34
Rogue240sx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Springfield, MA Age: 39 Posts: 466 Trader Rating: (9) Rides Gallery: Rogue240sx Feedback Score: 9 reviews	it's not centering that's the problem it's the uneven stress it can put on the wheel studs during braking I'd be worried about. __________________ There's not enough hours in the day.

04-09-2006, 09:25 PM	#35
shortandsour Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: stanton socali Posts: 167 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ok i have the R32 GT-R calipers how would those work with this kit?? __________________ wanna bang gears charlie?? "Horse power sells cars, Torque wins races." -Carrol Shelby

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04-09-2006, 03:21 PM	#31
Ricks15 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA Age: 35 Posts: 1,661 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Thats what I was about to say.

04-09-2006, 05:08 PM	#33
SoSideways Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: 你老母 Posts: 4,371 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	[off topic] 240shorter - KA24DE-R inside? [/off topic] [on topic] Retaining 4 lug for Z32/R-chassis brakes is only for the front though, I think. Because for the rear, unless you don't run the Z32/J30/R-chassis e-brake assembly and just straight up use the Z32/R-chassis 2 pot calipers and rotors, then you'll have to stick with the 5 lug stuff don't you? I've never heard of someone running Z32/J30/R-chassis e-brake assembly and still running 4 lug hubs.

04-09-2006, 10:01 PM	#36
Ricks15 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA Age: 35 Posts: 1,661 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	300ZX calipers for front and J30 brakes for the rear and all for 4lug setup, I doubt autozone carries the calipers but correct me if im wrong? Ive heard lots of stories from lucky zilvians who have fount there brakes at the junkyard. Would these calipers cost too much if I were to go to a nissan dealership for the parts?

04-10-2006, 11:57 AM	#37
cosmoworks Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: So. Cal Posts: 46 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Ricks15, you need to re-drill Z32 rotors to 4-lug to be able to use them with Z32 calipers. Buying calipers from Nissan are MUCH more expensive than buying remanufactured units from your auto-parts store. turtl631, you can get the kit with the rotors: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=8055437754 Also replacement rotors can be had for $200. They cost way more than 300ZX blanks, because the car is relatively new. Give it another 2-3 years or so, and I think you'll see rotor prices more in line with what you're used to paying. SoSideways, you can use Z32 rear calipers, rotors, and e-brake and still retain 4-lug if you want. The hub is completely separate from the e-brake backing plate setup. 240shorty, you're 100% correct on re-drilling the rotors yourself. The trick is to drill out only three of the 4 holes (use one of the existing holes). The rotor will center itself using the bore and the one OE hole. shortandsour, no the adapter kit will not work with your calipers. Since your setup already uses a larger rotor than the Z32 rotor, the adapters would cause the caliper to hang off the rotor too much. -Cosmo