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Old 04-17-2005, 09:15 PM
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i want to know anout spindles. why do you have to change the spindles? just checking
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Originally Posted by qcworm
i want to know anout spindles. why do you have to change the spindles? just checking
The LS1 calipers wont mount on your LT1 knuckles.

The LS1 Rotors are 1" bigger in diameter, thus needing the caliper to be about 1/2" further from the center of the hub.
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they also mount completely different

Do not forget to get the Brake lines w/ mounting bracket with them
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Just get the Powerslot rotors with Hawk pads and forget about the LS1 upgrade. I just put new pads on my 01 corvette and new Powerslots and Hawk pads on my 96 TA and now the TA stops quicker.
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i already have the upgrade on an wrecked car i am parting out, so i will use it. then i will upgrade it. i need the bracket that holds the line at the clip?
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There are numerous sites on the net that sell full relacement kits. Out LT1 brakes SUCK....they are horrible, single piston calipers. I upgraded mine on my Hawk to the Wilwood 6 Piston...and what a difference!!!!

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Thanks I Got The Lines, Brackets, Calipers And Spindles From The Car . I Think That Should Do It
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yup!

The LS1 brake work better on our LT1 cars then the LS1 cars they came off of



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