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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 07:16 PM
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What's the best bang for the bucks in brake options. This corvette will not be raced. Thanks
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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 07:21 PM
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C5/6 front caliper conversion. Check out Vette Brakes
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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 07:29 PM
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Use really good pads, they will make a world of difference. Carbotech is good just naming one.
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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Aardwolf
Use really good pads, they will make a world of difference. Carbotech is good just naming one.


Don't do the C5 conversion if it's only street driven. A lot of stock C-4 Corvette wheels will not clear them and you may cause yourself a big expense in wheels.
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Braided brake hoses,good pads you will almost go through the windshield
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For an older car, I would recommend braided SS hose. After that, THOROUGHLY cleaned calipers, brake pads and rotors.
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If you want you can upgrade to the J55 13" C4 brakes for a lot less than the C5 conversion. Also, good pads, clean calipers (good seals and grease on guide pins) will make a world of difference, like others mentioned.
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