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That is exactly what I used. I bought the standards first, realized my mistake when thumbing through the catalog that came with the kit, then swapped for the high-heat O-ring kit, visible in the photo below. CSSB Inc. was very easy to deal with on the phone and during the return.
I just used whatever pads from NAPA. The G2 epoxy is still wet in the photo, it dried smooth.
For a high quality low dust performance street pad take a look at the Carbotech 1521 brake pads.100% non-corrosive dust will not harm your wheels, paint or rotors..Carbotech brake pads are 100% made in the USA and can be ordered online herehttp://ampdautosport.com/brake-pads/corvette/ or call me at 216-780-8825. The part numbers you need are front CT8 and rear CT8. Use promo code z28 at check out to receive your forum discount.
The Carbotech Bobcat 1521™ is our high performance street compound that is our most successful compound. The Bobcat compound is known for its awesome release and modulation, along with unmatched rotor friendliness. Like our AX™ & XP™ line of compounds, Bobcat 1521™ is a Ceramic based friction material offering minimal rotor damage and non-corrosive dust. Bobcat 1521™ offers outstanding performance, even when cold, low dusting and low noise with an excellent initial bite. This compound’s virtually perfect linear torque production provides incredible braking force without ABS intervention. Bobcat 1521™ operating range starts out at ambient and goes up to 900°F. Bobcat 1521™ is suitable for ALL street cars, perfect for your tow vehicle, police cruiser. The Bobcat 1521™ compound has been found to last two-three times longer than OE pads you can purchase at a dealership or national retailer. That’s one of the beauties of Carbotech Ceramic brake compounds. Bobcat 1521™ is NOT recommended for any track use.
I would strongly suggest SS braided hoses if you are going to replace the hoses. SS braided hoses will give a much firmer, solid pedal feel than rubber. I changed mine 25 years ago on my 78 and would never go back to rubber since rubber hoses expand under pressure and will not get the same brake feedback.
I would strongly suggest SS braided hoses if you are going to replace the hoses. SS braided hoses will give a much firmer, solid pedal feel than rubber. I changed mine 25 years ago on my 78 and would never go back to rubber since rubber hoses expand under pressure and will not get the same brake feedback.
If you can't remember the last time you changed the hoses, it's time to change them. SS braided hoses will solve the problem now and in the future.
Also, the two rear steel lines that mount on the trailing arms can be easily replaced at the same time. The Corvette vendors will have these lines, and may have been included in a kit.
I would strongly suggest SS braided hoses if you are going to replace the hoses. SS braided hoses will give a much firmer, solid pedal feel than rubber. I changed mine 25 years ago on my 78 and would never go back to rubber since rubber hoses expand under pressure and will not get the same brake feedback.
Have been researching Brake Pads for months. I purchased rebuilt calipers and SS lines from Van Steel. Price was great, service was great. For pads I ended up going with the Auto Zone GT8 pads. Literally purchased the LAST set in the US. Tried to get get more could not. Emailed customer service this is what I got back
"Thank you for your patience. Please be advised that unfortunately, this program has been discontinued and the supplier is not making more. We will not have any of this in stock going forward. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience."
So the Duralast GT8 pads are no longer available.
Carbotech WAY TOO EXPENSIVE. I know a supporting vendor is on the forum who sells them but seriously.... anything over $50 for a set of pads is kinda out there IMHO. Maybe if you are racing, really racing, the extra $$$ is worth it. Not sure if the autocross folks will chime in at all.
The Hawk brand seems semi-reasonable but again a set of stock organic pads may just be the way to go. How may miles, how hard are you driving etc.
Have been researching Brake Pads for months. I purchased rebuilt calipers and SS lines from Van Steel. Price was great, service was great. For pads I ended up going with the Auto Zone GT8 pads. Literally purchased the LAST set in the US. Tried to get get more could not. Emailed customer service this is what I got back
"Thank you for your patience. Please be advised that unfortunately, this program has been discontinued and the supplier is not making more. We will not have any of this in stock going forward. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience."
So the Duralast GT8 pads are no longer available.
Carbotech WAY TOO EXPENSIVE. I know a supporting vendor is on the forum who sells them but seriously.... anything over $50 for a set of pads is kinda out there IMHO. Maybe if you are racing, really racing, the extra $$$ is worth it. Not sure if the autocross folks will chime in at all.
The Hawk brand seems semi-reasonable but again a set of stock organic pads may just be the way to go. How may miles, how hard are you driving etc.
Performance Friction Carbon Metallic-under $50-I have these on my 78 L-82 4 speed for 20 years now, Chrysler 300, Pontiac grand prix-Great brake pad
Centric C-Tek Metallic-Rockauto-$20 per set
Raybestos-Metallic-Rock Auto-$45 per set
Stay away from pure organic or ceramic pads..........not for performance use......generally
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O ring conversion kit and brake pads
If you can't remember the last time you changed the hoses, it's time to change them. SS braided hoses will solve the problem now and in the future.
