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Old Feb 3, 2013 | 11:35 AM
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Just to make sure I get everything I need and do it right the first time...

What else is required to do this mod besides 98-02 spindles?
Is it better to buy the calipers, rotors, and pads separate?
Will 98-02 SS lines work?
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Old Feb 3, 2013 | 12:44 PM
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You will need the 98-02 calipers, rotors, and pads if that is what you are asking. Of the top of my head i dont remember what hose's i used on my car. Somebody will come in and answer that I am sure.
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Hopefully soon, I found a seller but not sure what hardware/brackets/etc I will need.
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Originally Posted by earlz28
Will 98-02 SS lines work?
Are you asking about stainless steel, or the factory SS lines? All 98-02 cars use the same lines. If you're using stock lines, use the LT1 lines, they're longer. You'll need to bend the brake line brackets down some.
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Ok thank you. I was under the (wrong) impression that SS lines were longer.

What else is required to do this mod besides 98-02 spindles?
Is it better to buy the calipers, rotors, and pads separate?
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Old Feb 3, 2013 | 03:22 PM
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You will also need the caliper brackets. What do you mean by "buy them separate" ?
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What I meant by buying them separate was use the calipers that came with the kit or source them elsewhere (aftermarket,parts store,etc)

I picked up a kit containing all the parts I need out of the parts forums, just missing one caliper bracket.
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You will be fine using what you bought.
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Yep, thanks for your help
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I'd do a C5 conversion before considering the LS1 f-body one. More brake, less work to install. Just not sure what the cost difference is.
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Fronts only? If you're also doing the rears, the MC is different.
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what all is need for the c5 conversion, just calipers, relocation brack pads and rotors?
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what all is need for the c5 conversion, just calipers, relocation brack pads and rotors?
They are more adapters than relocation brackets. You have to sawzall the ears off the spindles before you can bolt up the brackets. You can use LT1 brake lines that go from the calipers to the hardline, but they are a bit on the tight side if you turn the wheels to lock. It's been suggested to use the LS1 f-body brake lines instead. C5 lines are too long and may end up getting bound up in the wheel/tire.
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Go to kore3.com thats where i bought my C5 brake conversion. They have everything needed, can be bought as a kit or seperate. The kit i bought comes with detailed instructions. Awesome site.
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Thanks guys. I am only doing and already bought the Fbody fronts but will keep my stock spindles just in case a C5 upgrade is in the future.

Also the complete setup will be done for under 300 with all new pads and rotors so I believe that is a good price.
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IIRC, I used the LS1 hoses when I did my conversion. I think I bent the bracket holding the steel line down 90 degrees and everything worked nicely.
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WS6Store sells a nice LT1 to C5 conversion length Stainless brake line kit for $78

http://www.ws6project.com/user_stor/...t-front-only-/
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WS6Store sells a nice LT1 to C5 conversion length Stainless brake line kit for $78

http://www.ws6project.com/user_stor/...t-front-only-/
These won't work for the fbody kit I'm assuming? Looks like I may have to bend the brackets and use the ls1 hoses or find some stainless still hoses that fit.
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Originally Posted by earlz28
These won't work for the fbody kit I'm assuming? Looks like I may have to bend the brackets and use the ls1 hoses or find some stainless still hoses that fit.
What do you mean, "the fbody kit?"
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I'm not getting the C5 kit, I got a 98-02 Camaro/Firebird brake setup.
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