1977 280z brake help.

[KingCruz]

Hey guys my name is Jefferson, Im new to the Z family and im not even a mechanic or anything so Im pretty much clueless. My question is what brake upgrades are there available for my 280? Can I swap with the z32? Any info would be great : )

[LeonV]

Look in the FAQ section at hybridz.org.

Edited August 19, 2011 by LeonV
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[240260280z]

The stock brakes are pretty good for the street. Just refresh the system (inspect, flush, new seals(if needed), new hoses (if needed), new pads, shoes and rotors (if needed).

You can swap sumitomo front 2 piston calipers with sumitomo front 4 piston calipers: $350 here or ~ $100 if you buy the parts carefully.

Here is a simple step-by-step guide to the 4 piston upgrade: http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/toyotabrakeupgrade/index.html

[KingCruz]

Thanks guys for the help deff learned alot from both links! Being a noob sucks!

[240260280z]

You will enjoy this. http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/content.php?151-Brake-caliper-restoration

FYI my S2000 only has a single piston as stock on the front and it is a heavier car than a Z and the single piston works fine for spirited street driving. Newer brake pad compounds and the z's 2 piston calipers will do nicely.

You really only need vented rotors if you track-it or if you don't now how to drive smoothly in the streets/traffic and constantly ride the brakes.

S2000 Single Piston Caliper:

Edited August 20, 2011 by Blue