C2 Brakes
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Instructor
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From: succasunna nj
C2 Brakes
looking to get new brakes,i looked at the "o-ring" design and think that is best for me,dont care about stock or correct numbers....what is the best place to purchase them? Ecklers?
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From: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Also consider Muskegon Brake, Corvette Central, and LoneStar Caliper. Lonestar advertises as wholesale only, but may sell to you if you call them. They used to be retail, and will do special order work upon request. They probably do the brake sets for Ecklers.........but don't know for sure.
Larry
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From: Corpus Christi, TX
Don't get o-ring calipers. These people can explain it better than I can. I tried them on my front calipers and went back to the lip type seals because of the exact problem described at the link below
http://www.duntovmotors.com/tech-calipers.php
http://www.duntovmotors.com/tech-calipers.php
Drifting
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From: Charlotte Area North Carolina
Would suggest using lip seal rather than O-Ring. Did quite a bit of research and posted note on CF. Also made some calls to restoration people in my area and consensus was less problems with lip seals if the car sits a lot between rides.
Just did my brakes this past winter and went with lip seal kit from Corvette Central. No issues. Also changed from DOT 3 to DOT 5 so I didn't have to worry about my paint job or my chrome Foose wheels.
Good luck.
Kevin
Just did my brakes this past winter and went with lip seal kit from Corvette Central. No issues. Also changed from DOT 3 to DOT 5 so I didn't have to worry about my paint job or my chrome Foose wheels.
Good luck.
Kevin
