surfer.tech Posted February 9, 2013 Share #13 Posted February 9, 2013 PowerSlot also makes drums for the S30. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-414384 Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Coffey Posted February 9, 2013 Share #14 Posted February 9, 2013 The alu inum drums are supposed to deform when braking, most likely in racing conditions.C'mon man, you're smarter then that. :-) Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-414405 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zdave Posted February 12, 2013 Author Share #15 Posted February 12, 2013 PowerSlot also makes drums for the S30.Can you provide a part number or link to a supplier? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-414804 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted February 12, 2013 Share #16 Posted February 12, 2013 PowerSlot also makes drums for the S30.According to their website, the drums are cast iron. Do you have a Power Slot part number for aluminum drums? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-414828 Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfer.tech Posted February 14, 2013 Share #17 Posted February 14, 2013 Sorry guys, powerslot are cast iron. My mistake. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-414947 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zdave Posted February 18, 2013 Author Share #18 Posted February 18, 2013 Well, my new drums came last Saturday, and I put them on the race car on Sunday. Perfect fit, and I see no differences between these and the one remaining pair of aluminum drums I have left. These are a really nice product. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-415334 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeonV Posted February 18, 2013 Share #19 Posted February 18, 2013 Good to hear! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-415350 Share on other sites More sharing options...
240zdave Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share #20 Posted February 27, 2013 It looks like Motorsport Auto may be buying from the same source. They are taking preorders on aluminum drums for the same pricing as Datsunparts.com. Here's the link:Motorsport! Aluminum Rear Brake Drums, Pair, 70-78 240Z-260Z-280Z - The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z Parts Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-416359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike W Posted February 27, 2013 Share #21 Posted February 27, 2013 After reading the original post on the availability of the aluminum drums, I stumbled across a similar product at MSA. Did not know if they were from the same source or not but guessed that it could be very likely. In any case I needed a couple of other items from MSA and ordered a set of the drums. Turns out they do not have them yet and as such are back ordered. They told me that it could be 4-8 weeks before they arrive, which is ok with me as I am not in dire need of these. Just trying to source a spare set while they are still available. Will let you know about quality, etc as soon as I receive them. Mike. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-416367 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montezuma Posted February 27, 2013 Share #22 Posted February 27, 2013 There goes the value of my 2 sets of Brembo drums I have been sitting on. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-416391 Share on other sites More sharing options...
coop Posted February 28, 2013 Share #23 Posted February 28, 2013 I tried a set of steel drums and they cracked after one session under race conditions. They should only be used for ordinary street driving. I've used the aluminum drums for two decades on the race track and they never warp but do develop radial cracks after about three or four race weekends. They as all brake drums/discs should be constantly inspected if you race at the front. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-416448 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAESTRO Posted March 6, 2013 Share #24 Posted March 6, 2013 Just picked up a pair of these from Dean at Datsunparts, and they look great! He's only got a few more left in stock from this run, though he said they're doing another run soon. Bump for a good vendor. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/45619-new-source-for-s30-aluminum-brake-drums/?page=2#findComment-416986 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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