260z 7mgte

[TomZupra]

Problem ended up being needing to adjust the rear shoes, had no brake force at all to the back but seems to be ok now, same goes for the coolant a new rad cap and everything seems ok. Doing some runs with new temp sensor and some thermocouples on the rad in/out to check no more issues

I have been looking into front brake upgrades. Was intending to go the Hilux route but I cannot source the correct caliper.

Roughtrax only sell if you send a unit back in return
Milner off road don't sell the caliper suitable for solid discs (would have to switch to 300zx vented/505gti)

I was hoping the Hilux route would help with the mismatch between Supra master cylinder and stock caliper, other options are DJ Racing kit but these don't seem to be for sale anymore and the MJP kit, has anyone used this?

[racer]

Give Mike a ring at MJP, he will sort you out.
01277 374201

[Wyn]

Originally Posted by TomZupra

other options are DJ Racing kit but these don't seem to be for sale anymore?

Got mine not so long back and imo they work well on my 260z.
When did you ask last ? Might be worth a call ?

[johnymd]

There are a few options with the brakes but I guess it depends how far you want to go. You are the only one to make the choice. The front brakes will suffer from over heating so any upgrade has to include vented disks or it's a waiste of time. So the first upgrade option would be the hilux/505gti or range rover conversions. Both a similar level of upgrade and I would say neither is better than the other(I thought you had Rob Gaskins old setup?). I ran the rr setup and consider it very good for the money(I would sell my old kit for £100). The next stage(the route I took) is the willwood route. I went for the AZ one as I prefer their rotary vain disks. IMO you don't need to change the rears but I had some money to burn so bought the only kit worth going for which is the DJR stuff.

[Mr.G]

Originally Posted by 900ss

Got mine not so long back and imo they work well on my 260z.
When did you ask last ? Might be worth a call ?

Yes as Wyn states - you just need to call him, I was going down this route but I've convinced myself it's overkill, I've just gone for Nismo Brake shoes and the fronts are going to be upgraded - got the bits to do it but not on the forefront of my to do list. I got to say the standard Z brakes are very good for most driving scenarios, unless you plan on lots of track days, you just need to really push hard on the pedal.

[jay_portishead]

Are these the right Toyota brake calipers available via ebay? Item number: 230406241003 sorry not sure how to post link.


RC3466 Raybestos Remanufactured Loaded Brake Caliper Toyota 1979 - 1985 BIN OBO! | eBay

[TomZupra]

Thanks for the replies guys, I will have a look at all the info and post my findings

[jay_portishead]

Originally Posted by jay_portishead

Are these the right Toyota brake calipers available via ebay? Item number: 230406241003 sorry not sure how to post link.


RC3466 Raybestos Remanufactured Loaded Brake Caliper Toyota 1979 - 1985 BIN OBO! | eBay

Tom,

I am looking at upgrading my brakes using Toyota 4 pot option, are these the right calipers?

[Nigel Brook]

Originally Posted by jay_portishead

Tom,

I am looking at upgrading my brakes using Toyota 4 pot option, are these the right calipers?

If you are planning to use vented discs this is the caliper you want with samesize pistons. Can't remeber the year but I think it's 84 to 89. The number on the sticker I think refers to the reconditioning company.

[TomZupra]

Jay,

As Nigel pointed out there's two types, one for vented, on for solid. If you want to use standard 240/260 discs you want solid, if your upgrading discs too then vented. Let me know if your still thinking about doing the swap and I'll have a better look (although I only know this from reading up, not experience)

[TomZupra]

Bled the brakes on the car today and noticed when vigorously pumped there is brake fluid leaking from inside the caliper, anyone know what I should be looking for?

[moggy240]

sounds like the seals have gone or the pistons are worn/pitted

[TomZupra]

Ended up ordering a set of 4 piston calipers and some vented discs from Silver Mine Motors, very impressed with the service from Edan and only took 2 weeks to be delivered. Also ordered some new wheels and an ally radiator, looking forward to fitting them all