C5 ZO6 Calipers on a 2001 Z-28
01-07-2008, 09:02 AM
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C5 ZO6 Calipers on a 2001 Z-28 Will the front calipers fit onto my 01 Z-28? They look the same to me but I want to make sure before spending the money. Also are the brackets the same or do I need some other parts to make it work? I thought it would be a good upgrade as well as looks. Thanks
01-07-2008, 09:36 AM
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It's a direct bolt on using existing hardware. They are on my road race firebird.
Changing to a C5 abutment bracket and pad will interfere with the smaller rotor hub.
There is some internet folklore roaming around that says it won't work. trust me, it will.
The only issue I see is when the brake pads get worn down to the backing plates, the C5 pistons are extended very far out of the caliper. This is because the caliper is wider between the ear and piston to accomodate a thicker C5 rotor.
On my race car, I've run the pads to the backing plates before without an issue.
Changing to a C5 abutment bracket and pad will interfere with the smaller rotor hub.
There is some internet folklore roaming around that says it won't work. trust me, it will.
The only issue I see is when the brake pads get worn down to the backing plates, the C5 pistons are extended very far out of the caliper. This is because the caliper is wider between the ear and piston to accomodate a thicker C5 rotor.
On my race car, I've run the pads to the backing plates before without an issue.
01-07-2008, 10:07 AM
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I went with the C5 rotor upgrade on my f-body using adapter brackets.
I kept the f-body calipers, however, since their pistons are larger and provide more clamping force than the c5 calipers. The only advantage of the c5 calipers is that they are supposed to be a tad stronger and less likely to spread. As far as I know, caliper spread has never been a problem with f-body brakes, however.
I kept the f-body calipers, however, since their pistons are larger and provide more clamping force than the c5 calipers. The only advantage of the c5 calipers is that they are supposed to be a tad stronger and less likely to spread. As far as I know, caliper spread has never been a problem with f-body brakes, however.
01-07-2008, 11:01 AM
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It's a direct bolt on using existing hardware. They are on my road race firebird.
Changing to a C5 abutment bracket and pad will interfere with the smaller rotor hub.
There is some internet folklore roaming around that says it won't work. trust me, it will.
The only issue I see is when the brake pads get worn down to the backing plates, the C5 pistons are extended very far out of the caliper. This is because the caliper is wider between the ear and piston to accomodate a thicker C5 rotor.
On my race car, I've run the pads to the backing plates before without an issue.
Changing to a C5 abutment bracket and pad will interfere with the smaller rotor hub.
There is some internet folklore roaming around that says it won't work. trust me, it will.
The only issue I see is when the brake pads get worn down to the backing plates, the C5 pistons are extended very far out of the caliper. This is because the caliper is wider between the ear and piston to accomodate a thicker C5 rotor.
On my race car, I've run the pads to the backing plates before without an issue.
01-07-2008, 03:39 PM
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Are you considering using the f-body rotors, f-body pads and f-body pad brackets and c5 calipers?
As mentioned above, the c5 caliper has less clamping force than the f-body caliper.
As mentioned above, the c5 caliper has less clamping force than the f-body caliper.
01-07-2008, 06:51 PM
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I went with the C5 rotor upgrade on my f-body using adapter brackets.
I kept the f-body calipers, however, since their pistons are larger and provide more clamping force than the c5 calipers. The only advantage of the c5 calipers is that they are supposed to be a tad stronger and less likely to spread. As far as I know, caliper spread has never been a problem with f-body brakes, however.
I kept the f-body calipers, however, since their pistons are larger and provide more clamping force than the c5 calipers. The only advantage of the c5 calipers is that they are supposed to be a tad stronger and less likely to spread. As far as I know, caliper spread has never been a problem with f-body brakes, however.
So, for street driving, I would stick with the LS1 calipers, since they provide more clamping force. If you are spreading LS1 calipers on the track, get the conversion kit and switch to C5 13" rotors and C5 calipers.
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01-07-2008, 11:25 PM
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I kid, I kid. But really, it is only for looks. Without the bigger rotor, you aren't improving anything. If look is what works for you, then do it. If not, spend the money else where.
01-08-2008, 06:29 AM
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Well I figured the C5 calipers would be stronger, guess I'll stick with what I have then. I definately don't want to lose braking power. I might look into a Baer brake set-up or something.
01-08-2008, 10:24 AM
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Chad and I are just bustin each other's *****. Pay no attention to him as he drives on of them over-rated Corvairs ... er ... Corvettes.
Can you get into ABS now? Trust me, you will not lose braking power for a street car, on street tires, using street brake pads shod with C5 calipers on a 12" rotor.
Can you get into ABS now? Trust me, you will not lose braking power for a street car, on street tires, using street brake pads shod with C5 calipers on a 12" rotor.
