Caliper upgrade
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From: Pickens SC
Caliper upgrade
How much modification would it take to upgrade from C3 calipers to C5 calipers. I am wanting to upgrade my 77's calipers but not sure of how much work it would take to do this. Can anyone help?
Racer
Joined: May 2009
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From: Columbus OH
I would take a look at these:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...s-on-a-c3.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...r-bolt-up.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...s-on-a-c3.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...r-bolt-up.html
Premium Supporting Vendor
Joined: May 2000
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From: Clearwater FL
These D8's are a replica of the stock caliper but only weigh 5 lbs.
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1962
This is the big brake kit we offer. 13" & 14" rotors
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1961
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1962
This is the big brake kit we offer. 13" & 14" rotors
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...&SubGroup=1961
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Gig Harbor Wa
I have C5 brakes and it was a pain to get to where I am today. I am happy with the setup, but there are some large obstacles to overcome to get it all working correctly and I still don't have an E-brake (one of my winter projects is to add a pinion mounted caliper).
Both of the options that VanSteel posted are excellent choices and they are a great place to deal with. The D8's are your budget option and the other gives you the bling factor.
Both of the options that VanSteel posted are excellent choices and they are a great place to deal with. The D8's are your budget option and the other gives you the bling factor.
