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Alcon USA, through their USA Technical Partner and Master Distributor Forged Performance, is pleased to formally announce the refreshed line-up of GT-R braking upgrades and components. After extensive track and usage testing, Alcon and Forged Performance have worked together to launch the highest quality and best performing brake upgrades for the GT-R.

2009-2011 Nissan GT-R

FRONT ROTORS:
Alcon Heavy Duty 380mm X 34mm OEM Replacement Front Rotors (with new hardware) MSRP $1278
Alcon Heavy Duty 396mm X 34mm Front Big Rotor Upgrade (complete and assembled with hats) MSRP $2470

REAR ROTORS:
Alcon 380mm X 30mm OEM Replacement Rotors (Uses OEM Hats, supplied with new hardware) MSRP $1278

2012-2014 Nissan GT-R

FRONT ROTORS:

Alcon 390mm X 32.8mm OEM Replacement Front Rotors (Uses OEM Hats, supplied with new hardware) MSRP $1278
Alcon Heavy Duty 396mm X 34mm Front Big Rotor Upgrade (complete and assembled with hats) MSRP $2470

REAR ROTORS:
Alcon 380mm X 30mm OEM Replacement Rotors (Uses OEM Hats, supplied with new hardware) MSRP $1278

Earlier this month, we gave the GT-R community a sneak peak at the improvements made to the Alcon rotor offering and we are excited to share these final details with you.

“I wanted to give everyone a first look at the new extreme duty racing front rotors from Alcon. As many of you know, Forged and Alcon have been working closely over the past couple of months to launch the most durable and highest performing rotor upgrades to the GT-R community. During the busy season, we track our GT-R’s almost on a weekly basis so using the most durable and effective braking components is a big priority to us. A formal announcement is forthcoming, but wanted to show you all the difference between the Alcon street rotor and the Alcon race rotor. Those that track their car regularly are going to enjoy these new thicker castings, with smaller air gap. I did 2 hours of track testing this weekend with them, and came away very impressed. These race grade thicker and heavier castings will result in greater longevity and rotor durability, as well as a higher capacity to absorb heat. And best of all, pricing remains the same for the new race casting. We have these products in stock and they are also available through any Alcon dealer, including AMS, Kaizen Tuning, SP Engineering, Jotech, Speed for Sale, and Vivid Racing”

In addition to the line of replacement rotors and larger rotor upgrades, we continue to offer the Super Kit Big Brake kit, available with either a fully floating race rotor, or a more street friendly semi-floating rotor. The Alcon Carbon CCX Kits are also in stock and ready to ship. Call your Alcon dealer for further details.

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A couple weeks ago, we got a call from a customer looking for a set of upgraded brake pads for his GT-R via our online store. Per our usual policy, we contact every single customer that places an online order, to insure they are getting the right products for their GT-R. After a brief phone call to introduce ourselves the pads were sent out. A week later, Sharif gave this same customer a call to see how the pads were working out. As they began talking some more, one thing led to another, ending with a plan to bring the car down to Forged for a 4 Day chassis overhaul, with the goal of completing the project in time for our Annual VIR track day.

The car came to us already making great power, with a Switzer P800 kit, built engine, and built transmission. With all the power adding and transmission pieces taken care of, the Forged team went to work on improving the handling, braking, and safety characteristics of the car. This GT-R will see extensive track use and is rarely driven on the street, but the work performed would show nicely at car meet or coffee shop. Given our experience with setting up GT-R’s for fast, safe track operation we were confident we could meet the customer’s strict timeline and goals.

We performed the following:

JRZ 4 Way Adjustable 1431 Coilovers with Remote Reservoirs Installed in Cabin
FP Spec custom spring rates and gas pressure
Advan GT 20×10 +35, 20×12 +20
Michelin Pilot super sports (295/35/20, 335/30/20)
Dodson Adjustable Front A-Arms
FP Swaybars
FP Spec In-House Race Alignemnt
Racetech Racing Seats for Driver and Passenger
Forged Performance Bolt in Roll Cage
Schroth Harnesses
Traqmate TraqDash HD Pro Bundle Custom Install (lap timing and data acquisition)
Alcon Super Kit with Nickel Heat Treated Plated Calipers
Carbotech XP 12 Pads
Motul, Endless, and Willall Fluids
Permanent Bypass of Airbag and Seat Sensor Dash Lights (All retained airbags remain fully functional)

The team put in some overtime to get everything installed just in time for VIR. On Saturday, the rest of the Forged team arrived on track, while Sharif hopped in the car and spent some time fine tuning the setup before handing it back over to the customer who had a big smile on his face. After 3 days of tracking at VIR, the car spent a total of 4 additional track days at Road Atlanta. Seven Days of tracking, a perfect setup, and one very happy GT-R track day junky.

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I wanted to give everyone a first look at the new extreme duty racing front rotors from Alcon. As many of you know, Forged and Alcon have been working closely over the past couple of months to launch the most durable and highest performing rotor upgrades to the GT-R community. During the busy season, we track our GT-R’s almost on a weekly basis so using the most durable and effective braking components is a big priority to us. A formal announcement is forthcoming, but wanted to show you all the difference between the Alcon street rotor and the Alcon race rotor. Those that track their car regularly are going to enjoy these new thicker castings, with smaller air gap. I did 2 hours of track testing this weekend with them, and came away very impressed. These race grade thicker and heavier castings will result in greater longevity and rotor durability, as well as a higher capacity to absorb heat. And best of all, pricing remains the same for the new race casting. We have these products in stock and they are also available through any Alcon dealer, including AMS, Kaizen Tuning, SP Engineering, Jotech, Speed for Sale, and Vivid Racing.

New Items:

2009-2011 GT-R
Alcon Extreme Duty 380mm X 34mm OEM Replacement Front Rotors (with new hardware)
Alcon Extreme Duty 396mm X 34mm Front Big Rotor Upgrade (complete and assembled with hats)

2012-2014 GT-R
Alcon 390mm OEM Front Replacement Rotors (with new hardware)
Alcon Extreme Duty 396mm Front Big Rotor Upgrade (complete and assembled with hats)

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