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Okay... So, when i bought my z, some of the stuff i was told indicated stock pads/new rotors/stock calipers, and some said that I had the C5 caliper/rotor already put on.
How do I tell the difference between the two? I know they're similar, but not exactly the same, and I need new rotors. grr for disambiguity!
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The C5 calipers say "CORVETTE" on them. Here's a pic of a set I powder coated:



These are stockers:
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That's quite helpful, thank you.
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Powder coated the rotors too?
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Powder coated the rotors too?
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God I hope you didn't PC the rotors...
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lol some rotors do come black anodized to protect the hat, however the anodizing does wear off the faces...

EBC has a line of black rotors.
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hmm... how well do the ebc rotors stand up to time?
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Originally Posted by AxisOfOil
hmm... how well do the ebc rotors stand up to time?
EBC is a big name is the superbike racing series.

I ran a set for a few years along with hawk pads, that I bought from Tire Rack. I drive aggressive, fast with heavy breaking.

just like any other part on the car, longevitity is depends on how you drive.
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If you have C5 rotors, you have an adapter bracket for the calipers.
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Yes I powdercoated the rotors too so the hats wouldn't rust.
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You can read here for more info.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspension-brakes/893028-work-goes-into-powdercoating-calipers.html
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