Camaro396

iTrader: (14)

I know by old 94 V6 camaro had a 10 bolt with drum brakes, and for laughs i threw my 15x10 prostars on it with 325 DRs, and they fit no problem since the brakes were drum. my question is, would it be possible to take a V6 rear end, put some axles in it, with a 4.10 gear, and swap it in our LS1 cars? So I dont have to grind the calipars for the prostars? Not to sound stupid, just wondered if it was possible, and what all would have to be changed.

mzoomora

iTrader: (36)

Drum brakes also spring back after being applied, so they have less drag. For drag only it doesnt sound like a bad idea, but the rotor and caliper does offer a form of axle retention if an axle breaks. Not in place of a c-clip eliminator, but I have seen them hold the wheel on. I dont think I would do it, but it sounds like a decent idea. I also thought the LT1 discs were different and cleared the 15" wheels better/ less grinding. I know my rears took a **** load of grinding.

ERIK@MASPORT

iTrader: (32)

I would use LT1 brakes before I used drums on my car. Drums were eliminated from the F bodies for a reason lol. I run Weld Pro Stars (15x10) and will be using either a Wilwood set up, OR the LT1 brakes...have not decided yet. My wallet may do the deciding

It would def work though, just pack two parachutes for the 1/4 mile!

Erik
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Camaro396

iTrader: (14)

lol drums arnt THAT bad...we slow our 9.60s @ 140mph car down with drum brakes in the back

i just wondered what all would have to be changed as far as brake lines or brake parts went.

so the LT1 brakes will work too with less grinding?

ERIK@MASPORT

iTrader: (32)

haha I know, they are just SO inefficient compared to the good ole rotor/caliper style! It is almost funny t convert back lolol

Hell, I guess all the old school drag cars had drums, ON ALL FOUR CORNERS!

Erik