spearfish25

As a track day enthusiast, the quality of my brake system is extremely important both for performance but more importantly safety. 'Brembo' is proudly displayed as the supplier of the Z06 brake calipers (both J56 iron brakes and the Carbon Ceramic Z07 brakes). When Corvette owners contact Brembo, they are immediately told that Brembo only supplies the OEM equipment and has no comment or support for it.

How do the Z06 Brembo brake calipers compare to Brembo's retail offerings? Are the calipers altered or engineered by GM in any way to tailor them specifically to the Z06? Are there any specific differences between the OEM supplied Brembos and the retail versions?

jvp

Let's not drag out the "bleeder nipple" thing; I can see right through this one, easy peazy. Also, you're likely asking questions that can't be answered given NDAs, engineering secrets, etc.

So, no. This isn't going anywhere. Sorry.

spearfish25

Actually no this isn't about bleeder nipples. I wasn't even thinking about it. It's about understanding how OEM equipment differs from retail. Should I go spend $4000 on a Brembo BBK and expect better or worse results when I already have Brembo brakes?

This actually came to mind when I've been shopping for big brake kits and wondering if my OEM Brembos are anything like the retail big brake kit Brembos that one could 'upgrade' to. Do I have Brembo's budget calipers or the best of their technology?

No need for the sarcasm. It's an honest question that I'm happy to clarify the reasoning behind.

stab1991

There is a difference in calipers from GM and high end Brembo kits. Our brakes are built for a price on the corvette if you know what I mean. If you get a chance to actually hold and inspect the 2, it's visible. Don't get me wrong, they are good units and better than most cars on the road.