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JTunedMotorsports · 05-03-2009, 02:39 PM

hey all

Since my car is a track car i want to convert from z32 ebrake set up and install a ksport one or a better one. i did a search and no one had a install thread on one..Has anyone put one of these in at all on a s13? I am wondering even if i buy there install kit where to i tee in lines and which ones...Also if any one has done their own hydro e-brake im sure its all the same type of install. If so any help would be great...

Jim

silcoupeguy987 · 05-03-2009, 02:46 PM

i would get the parts shop max e brake kit

i always have bad luck with anything Ksport

JTunedMotorsports · 05-03-2009, 03:17 PM

really...there stuff seems low-end..

240love · 05-03-2009, 03:19 PM

what? you serious?? ill take pbm anyday over ksport

JTunedMotorsports · 05-03-2009, 03:36 PM

pdm? I meant k-sport low end....heard and got feedback from ppl using their parts...then u got the average joe that comes in my shop and loves the k-sports b/c they got them cheap lol.. wow i guess im going custom e-brake or part show max...ppl post up ure ebrake set ups.

silcoupeguy987 · 05-03-2009, 04:37 PM

yeah i was stoked on my ksport products when i dished out the cash....

then after using other higher end parts i will never go back to the "cheap alternitive"

Once i swap my rear brakes for the z32 rears i will switch to the PSM Hydro E brake kit then ad a "park lock" in line for a usefull e brake since i still daily my ride....

silcoupeguy987 · 05-03-2009, 04:43 PM

MAX Hydro Brake Version 2.0 In stock in the USA NOW!

Standard Hydraulic side brake version two features include:
~More brake line pressure
~Willwood master cylinder
~Adjustable bump stop
~Steel tranny housing reinforcement plate
~Extra long handle
~Heim joint linkage
~Delrin Bushings
~Bomb proof steel case
~Foam rubber grip

$220 + Shipping + $80 for Earl's Stainless steel lines and fittings
Tension Rod Handle option is $100 extra.

To order from MAX USA call 858-566-6969 or email your shipping address for a complete quote including parts and shipping to -email-

heres the install pix, simple huh!

The top port on the hand brake goes to the OEM master cylinder's rear brake output, the end port of handbrake goes to the hard line that used to screw into the OEM master.

Tack weld a reinforcement plate of 1/8" steel to the tranny tunnel, and weld or bolt the hydro brake box to that.
This method is really strong so it does not wiggle and flex like other brakes.

4x4le · 05-04-2009, 01:28 AM

Wow, I wasnt considering a k sport kit but rather was going to make my own kit using a line lock and making my own lines and all. It was going to be a little cheaper than this but I think Im really going to go with the kit just posted! It looks so complete!

And to the op and anyone else, you should not replace or remove your standard ebrake. It would take the cable to snap while parked for you to loose your parking brake which is unlikely, however pressure loss over time in the brake line is a possibility and your car will roll wherever gravity will take it. The hydro brake is used for drifting, not parking.

JTunedMotorsports · 05-04-2009, 06:10 AM

u can e brake with k sport..also i leave the car in gear

4x4le · 05-05-2009, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTunedMotorsports

u can e brake with k sport..also i leave the car in gear

Yes, you can but you shouldnt. There is a reason that no manufuracture ever used hydro parking brakes.

Drifting yes
parking no!

redsx13 · 05-06-2009, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTunedMotorsports

pdm? I meant k-sport low end....heard and got feedback from ppl using their parts...then u got the average joe that comes in my shop and loves the k-sports b/c they got them cheap lol.. wow i guess im going custom e-brake or part show max...ppl post up ure ebrake set ups.

its true, their stuff is low end. they get their good rep from being low priced, hay but at least their not megan. but im sure there are a bunch of megan supporters here too.

JTunedMotorsports · 05-07-2009, 06:15 AM

sure...just listen il use the brake only...but our customers and shop cars dont run that stuff..btw everyone i got the k sport brake coming in so il keep ppl posted on the install and if it holds up..

*screaminfast* · 05-07-2009, 08:08 AM

I'd like to know how the ksport one is as well. I've been looking at which hydro brake kit to get since we'll be losing our factory ebrake with our bbk.

JTunedMotorsports · 05-07-2009, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by screaminfast

I'd like to know how the ksport one is as well. I've been looking at which hydro brake kit to get since we'll be losing our factory ebrake with our bbk.

yes if ure loosing ure ebrake it bc of ure bbk which z32 prob wont work on rotora..id just go k sport...im gonna do a write up and try to fiture out my options...i just dont like how there install kit with 2 feet lines wants to u tap into the single hardline for the grear brakes..i want to run my own ss brake lines and tee it for the block on the passenger side front and for the rear just tee of the rear block. all i want o know is what can make custom like 5 foot lines and figure out what fititngs i need

*screaminfast* · 05-07-2009, 09:49 PM

Yeah def post up some pics as we'll probably be figure things out for the brakes in the next month or so.

JTunedMotorsports · 05-07-2009, 10:03 PM

yes if anyone knows a place to get custom flexx ss lines and fittings let me know.

*screaminfast* · 05-21-2009, 02:10 PM

bump what did you end up doing with this?

boozels · 05-21-2009, 02:58 PM

The ksport ebrake works well for me.
I would have gotten the pbm one but I had this laying around so i decided to use it.
I relocated the stock ebrake to the passenger side and welded the ksport unit to the chassis. then you run the lines to the rear distribution block then bada-bing!!!
Hydro ebrake > all others

*screaminfast* · 05-21-2009, 08:53 PM

that's cool man! That's what my car looks like right now LOL

JTunedMotorsports · 05-22-2009, 11:58 AM

where u tee ing in for the front ..feeding the incoming on the handle...yea i got my handle just need to get custom lines made

boozels · 05-22-2009, 02:25 PM

nah i plumbed the handle thru the rear brake line block near the passenger side wheel next to the fuel lines.
I made custom lines but the ksport ones will work too.
It does not connect like the pbm h-brake.

JTunedMotorsports · 05-22-2009, 05:25 PM

im asking how did u connect ure front line.

05-03-2009, 02:39 PM	#1
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	Hyrbo E-Brake install on s13 (help)? hey all Since my car is a track car i want to convert from z32 ebrake set up and install a ksport one or a better one. i did a search and no one had a install thread on one..Has anyone put one of these in at all on a s13? I am wondering even if i buy there install kit where to i tee in lines and which ones...Also if any one has done their own hydro e-brake im sure its all the same type of install. If so any help would be great... Jim Last edited by JTunedMotorsports; 05-03-2009 at 04:02 PM.

05-04-2009, 01:28 AM	#8
4x4le Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Manchester, Tn Posts: 480 Trader Rating: (0)	Wow, I wasnt considering a k sport kit but rather was going to make my own kit using a line lock and making my own lines and all. It was going to be a little cheaper than this but I think Im really going to go with the kit just posted! It looks so complete! And to the op and anyone else, you should not replace or remove your standard ebrake. It would take the cable to snap while parked for you to loose your parking brake which is unlikely, however pressure loss over time in the brake line is a possibility and your car will roll wherever gravity will take it. The hydro brake is used for drifting, not parking. __________________ NEW/CHEAP s13/14sr CAS Authorized NIStune Dealer

05-21-2009, 02:58 PM	#18
boozels Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: So Cali Posts: 582 Trader Rating: (2)	The ksport ebrake works well for me. I would have gotten the pbm one but I had this laying around so i decided to use it. I relocated the stock ebrake to the passenger side and welded the ksport unit to the chassis. then you run the lines to the rear distribution block then bada-bing!!! Hydro ebrake > all others __________________ http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k2...logo3small.jpg t-apc.com t-apc.com t-apc.com t-apc.com

05-21-2009, 08:53 PM	#19
screaminfast kousoku Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 28 Posts: 140 Trader Rating: (0)	that's cool man! That's what my car looks like right now LOL __________________ 1990 240sx Hatch -- project twoforty 1989 240sx Coupe -- project streetcred motorsports.technoticmedia.com ihatestickers.com

05-22-2009, 02:25 PM	#21
boozels Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: So Cali Posts: 582 Trader Rating: (2)	nah i plumbed the handle thru the rear brake line block near the passenger side wheel next to the fuel lines. I made custom lines but the ksport ones will work too. It does not connect like the pbm h-brake. __________________ http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k2...logo3small.jpg t-apc.com t-apc.com t-apc.com t-apc.com

05-03-2009, 02:46 PM	#2
silcoupeguy987 Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunny San Diego Age: 35 Posts: 186 Trader Rating: (5)	i would get the parts shop max e brake kit i always have bad luck with anything Ksport

05-03-2009, 03:17 PM	#3
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	really...there stuff seems low-end..

05-03-2009, 03:19 PM	#4
240love Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxnard Posts: 2,676 Trader Rating: (13)	what? you serious?? ill take pbm anyday over ksport

05-03-2009, 03:36 PM	#5
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	pdm? I meant k-sport low end....heard and got feedback from ppl using their parts...then u got the average joe that comes in my shop and loves the k-sports b/c they got them cheap lol.. wow i guess im going custom e-brake or part show max...ppl post up ure ebrake set ups.

05-03-2009, 04:37 PM	#6
silcoupeguy987 Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunny San Diego Age: 35 Posts: 186 Trader Rating: (5)	yeah i was stoked on my ksport products when i dished out the cash.... then after using other higher end parts i will never go back to the "cheap alternitive" Once i swap my rear brakes for the z32 rears i will switch to the PSM Hydro E brake kit then ad a "park lock" in line for a usefull e brake since i still daily my ride....

05-03-2009, 04:43 PM	#7
silcoupeguy987 Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunny San Diego Age: 35 Posts: 186 Trader Rating: (5)	MAX Hydro Brake Version 2.0 In stock in the USA NOW! Standard Hydraulic side brake version two features include: ~More brake line pressure ~Willwood master cylinder ~Adjustable bump stop ~Steel tranny housing reinforcement plate ~Extra long handle ~Heim joint linkage ~Delrin Bushings ~Bomb proof steel case ~Foam rubber grip $220 + Shipping + $80 for Earl's Stainless steel lines and fittings Tension Rod Handle option is $100 extra. To order from MAX USA call 858-566-6969 or email your shipping address for a complete quote including parts and shipping to -email- heres the install pix, simple huh! The top port on the hand brake goes to the OEM master cylinder's rear brake output, the end port of handbrake goes to the hard line that used to screw into the OEM master. Tack weld a reinforcement plate of 1/8" steel to the tranny tunnel, and weld or bolt the hydro brake box to that. This method is really strong so it does not wiggle and flex like other brakes.

05-04-2009, 06:10 AM	#9
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	u can e brake with k sport..also i leave the car in gear

05-07-2009, 06:15 AM	#12
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	sure...just listen il use the brake only...but our customers and shop cars dont run that stuff..btw everyone i got the k sport brake coming in so il keep ppl posted on the install and if it holds up..

05-07-2009, 08:08 AM	#13
screaminfast kousoku Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 28 Posts: 140 Trader Rating: (0)	I'd like to know how the ksport one is as well. I've been looking at which hydro brake kit to get since we'll be losing our factory ebrake with our bbk.

05-07-2009, 09:49 PM	#15
screaminfast kousoku Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 28 Posts: 140 Trader Rating: (0)	Yeah def post up some pics as we'll probably be figure things out for the brakes in the next month or so.

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05-07-2009, 10:03 PM	#16
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	yes if anyone knows a place to get custom flexx ss lines and fittings let me know.

05-21-2009, 02:10 PM	#17
screaminfast kousoku Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rochester, NY Age: 28 Posts: 140 Trader Rating: (0)	bump what did you end up doing with this?

05-22-2009, 11:58 AM	#20
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	where u tee ing in for the front ..feeding the incoming on the handle...yea i got my handle just need to get custom lines made

05-22-2009, 05:25 PM	#22
JTunedMotorsports Zilvia.net GB Vendor Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Philly Burbs Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (35)	im asking how did u connect ure front line.

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