C5 Calipers on a SS?
Originally Posted by Shadow's SS
Not trying to steal this thread but how much better are the c5's callipers? I mean the car is lighter than the f-bodys so the same callipers on eather car would have diffrent stoping rates because of the weight. So are they really worth the money? Or should I go for an aftermarket manufacture
Now, if you are asking about the differences between the C5 "kit" and stock brakes. That's a whole different animal.
The C5 rotor is larger and directionally vented. It's designed for better cooling and will handle more heat energy. The Pad Abutment Bracket (PAB) for the Corvette has larger/stronger hardware to bolt it in place and is designed for more severe useage. There are more choices of pad compound for the C5 kits (with regard to track pads) and they are often less expensive than the F-body version of the same pad. Rotors are "cheap" (GM rotors, that have been track tested by many F-body owners can be ordered for about $18 each plus freight). It's a very good upgrade for serious use. If you need "more" than what the C5 kit will give you, you need to talk to Steve about a Porsche kit or something similar.
Originally Posted by FirehawkNS
Sorry to drag this up, but from what I read, Corvette Rotors will fit with no modification onto an Fbody with the stock Fbody caliper?
