Pics of the C6 Z51 Brake Conversion on my LT1
09-23-2008, 08:21 PM
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I got the calipers through a friend, but other than that -
These were purchased through non-supporting sponsors so PM me if you want more info.
Caliper brackets - $90
Rotors - ~$230
Pads - ~ $80
LS1 stainless steel brake lines - ~$60
4 caliper mounting bolts, 8 bracket mounting bolts -~$25
The hardest part of the install for me was grinding down the caliper to clear the wheels. A 18" Z06 rim should clear without a problem, but since the lips are so big on my wheels, the 5 star is pushed further in.
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09-26-2008, 05:34 PM
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The brackets are actually the same for the C5 and C6. The difference comes in with the caliper. The Z51 abutment plates are needed to clear the bigger rotor.
09-26-2008, 06:41 PM
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Thanks guys...
I got the calipers through a friend, but other than that -
These were purchased through non-supporting sponsors so PM me if you want more info.
Caliper brackets - $90
Rotors - ~$230
Pads - ~ $80
LS1 stainless steel brake lines - ~$60
4 caliper mounting bolts, 8 bracket mounting bolts -~$25
The hardest part of the install for me was grinding down the caliper to clear the wheels. A 18" Z06 rim should clear without a problem, but since the lips are so big on my wheels, the 5 star is pushed further in.
I got the calipers through a friend, but other than that -
These were purchased through non-supporting sponsors so PM me if you want more info.
Caliper brackets - $90
Rotors - ~$230
Pads - ~ $80
LS1 stainless steel brake lines - ~$60
4 caliper mounting bolts, 8 bracket mounting bolts -~$25
The hardest part of the install for me was grinding down the caliper to clear the wheels. A 18" Z06 rim should clear without a problem, but since the lips are so big on my wheels, the 5 star is pushed further in.
P.S. The car looks GREAT
BOSS APPROVED!
09-27-2008, 10:38 AM
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No, I didn't take any measurements but I can tell you it's a whole hell of a lot better. Not only does it stop better, the pedal feels so much better. It's a lot less sloppy.
09-27-2008, 11:45 AM
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Hmmm, let's think about this - two piston caliper vs. single piston
13.5" rotor vs. 12" rotor
rubber brake lines vs. stainless steel
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