Wheels & Brakes

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   Disk upgrade all around on the old 240Z

   October 29, 2003 by speedyblue

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   OK I have searched a few web sites but I still can't find exactly what I am after. I want to put the Toyota 4 spot with vented disks on the front and a 1982 280zx setup on the rear instead of the drums. I have a complete 1982 280zx to steal stuff from, so I can get rear discs and calipers and master cylinder/booster if needed. I would also like to use the handbrake cable off the 280zx because my 240Z one has snapped clean. Making up any brackets/spacers won't be a problem. Is the backing plate detailed in the IZCC 240sx brake upgrade the same as the one I will need? I am not sure of the similarities between these as we don't have 240sx's over here. What Australian cars…

   

   Last reply by NickF, November 3, 2003
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   Aftermarket front caliper spacer material

   November 3, 2003 by EricB

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   Those of you with aftermarket front (big) brakes which required some kind of a caliper spacer to bolt on to the front spindle, can you tell me what that spacer was made of? Steel or Aluminum? -e

   

   Last reply by EricB, November 3, 2003
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   What type of brake pad should I use?

   October 28, 2003 by 240ZMan

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   On my 73 240, I'm getting ready to replace the front brake pads, and possibly rear shoes. The brakes are stock and I don't have any plans to upgrade for a while. On my previous vehicles (BMW 533, 325, Volvo V70 T5) I found that replacing the pads with Metal Master semi-metallics gave me better fade resistance. My car is mostly driven on the street (and somewhat hard at that), although next season I plan to attend a few autocrosses and a track day or two. So have any of you tried the Metal Masters? I've also heard of a brand, name begins with an "F" I think, that was raved about for track use. But given I will drive very little on the track, don't know if that makes …

   

   Last reply by 260DET, October 29, 2003
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   Why won't 300zx rear calipers work for an upgrade?

   October 28, 2003 by LanceM

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   The subject line asks it all, 300ZX rears look pretty good, why aren't they being used as an upgrade to earlier Z's?

   

   Last reply by 2ManyZs, October 28, 2003
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   Where can i find caps for Master Cylinder??

   October 28, 2003 by McGuinn

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   I have a 1971 240z and was wondering if anyone new where I could find the caps for the 2 reservoirs on the master cylinder? I appreciate all of your help!!

   

   Last reply by TomoHawk, October 28, 2003
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   rims for sale

   October 27, 2003 by TTDRIVER

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   Last reply by Victor Laury, October 28, 2003
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   Rear Disc Up-grade

   October 16, 2003 by W.A.ZED

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   I have recently purchased a set of U.S spec maxima rear disc mounting brakets from my local nissan dealer. I am planning on putting discs on the rear of my 240. I have been told that I need to get the appropriate hardware of a 82 model 280zx. These seem to be very hard to find in my area. Does anyone know if I can use stuff off a 78-79 280zx? Cheers Gavin

   

   Last reply by W.A.ZED, October 28, 2003
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   bleeding order?

   September 13, 2003 by nutxo

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   what order do I bleed the brakes again please?

   

   Last reply by gundee, October 28, 2003
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    Website to Sell your Wheels

    October 23, 2003 by 420SEL

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    Hey Everyone, Thought you all would want to know about this place: www.XRims.com It's free to post your wheels and tires up for sale. And you can search listings by size, finish, manufacturer, bolt pattern... Enjoy...

    

    Last reply by 420SEL, October 23, 2003
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    I want original tyres for 1970 240Z 1 2 3

    January 5, 2003 by kats

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    Hello everyone, I have been looking for original tyres for my 1970 240Z. These shoul be Bridgestone 175 SR 14,I do not know the model name. Where can I get ,or is anyone can sell these for me?If there are,I will pay more than you expected. I know what the tyre's pattern looks like.And I heard about the story of Mr.Pole Sandy who is a owner of 1970 240Z which is copied for Flanlklin Mint models. He looked around dismantling yeard so many times and he checked spair tyre bin of each 240Z,finaly he managed to get 5 good original tyres for 1970 240Z. I want to do that same thing,but I do not have time. Please let me know anything about it. Thank you. kats

    

    Last reply by abas, October 23, 2003

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    MSA 17x7 wheels

    October 21, 2003 by Mr V

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    Iam new to this forum,I checked for info on these wheels...does anyone have any info on the Konig imagine or the Racer 17x7 sold by MSA.....offset,weight etc...any info would be a great help since Iam thinking of purchasing a set(it's a long way to Toronto Canada) Thanks Bruce V

    

    Last reply by PrOxLaMuS©, October 21, 2003
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    Wheel Fitment, this one might be hard

    October 19, 2003 by brianglawson

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    will 16x8s fit on a 240z without clearence issues of suspension and fenders etc... i can get them in in -1 offset, +12 offset, or +25 offset now here is the hard part the wheels im looking at are old school Advan Oni wheels, and i was wonering if they would clear MSA's 4 piston break upgrade in the front? here is a pic of them, and yes i know the blue lug nuts are ugley, but just look at the wheel:) here is a link to the webpage CLICK HERE!!!!!!!!! click on Advan than go to the "Oni" wheel

    

    Last reply by brianglawson, October 19, 2003